HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/21/1968Roll Call
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING.OF.THE CITY COUNCIL
October 21, 1968 - 7:00 P.M.
City Hall
Present: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
City Staff
Present: R. D. Young, Planning Director; J. H. Fitzpatrick, .
City Clerk; H. Johnson, City Attorney; D. R. Romero,
City Engineer; J. Stockton; Park and Recreation
Representative; L. Schlobohm, Fire Chief; E. Rodgers,
Police Chief; E. P. Thompson, Water Department Director.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, claims against
the City for the month of October, 1968 were approved subject to the approval of
the Administrative Officer. Motion carried.
1. Communication from Kappa Chi Fraternity requesting Council permission to
paint house numbers on curbs in the City in order to raise funds for operation
of the Haunted House for the children of the City on Halloween.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the request was
approved. The business license was waived but other City Ordinances were to be
complied with. Motion carried.
2. Communication from Dennis B. Wheeler requesting that the City Council study
the need for installation of curb, gutter and sidewalk in the 2400 block of
Flora Street which is the only area.which does not have sidewalks for the full
length and he feels there is a definite need for the sidewalks.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reported that sidewalks for properties in the 2500
and 2600 block had been deleted by the City Council a year ago but that his office
was prepared to hold hearings for the installation of sidewalks anytime the Council
so desired. He suggested that the construction phase be held over until the
Spring of 1969.
The City Engineer was instructed to proceed with hearings at an early date
and to notify Mr. Wheeler that his request has been taken under consideration.
3. Communication from San Luis Obispo Senior High Associated Student Body re-
questing permission to hold a parade in downtown San Luis Obispo for its annual
homecoming on November 1, 1968.
Representatives of the student body appeared before the City Council on.behalf
of their request.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the request
was. - approved, the parade to be coordinated with the Police Department. .Motion
carried.
4. Communication from San Luis Coastal Unified School District requesting that
the City provide inspection services at the new Laguna Junior High School at no
cost to the school district.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that the City would inspect the sewer
and water connections and the sidewalks, gutters and street work anyway as they
would have to be accepted by the City, but that his office would not inspect on-
site improvements.
Several members of the Council felt that it would be unfair for the City to
assume any services for the school district as the district encompasses a much
larger area than the City and that any costs should be assumed by the entire
district and not just the taxpayers of the City.
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October 21, 1968
Page 2
Councilman Gallagher stated that it was his understanding that the City work
forces for Public Works are now overworked and that they should not take on any
work other than City work for inspection.
Councilman Blake felt that as the City has to inspect anyway for their own bene-
fit, they should include the inspection of the school district.
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the request
for free inspection services be denied. Motion carried, Councilman Blake voting
no.
7. H. Johnson, City Attorney, presented for. the Council's information an Order
from United States Bankruptcy Court on Development Associates and Ray C. Skinner
to-show cause why the City should not be required to turn over funds held by the
City to the Bankruptcy Court for distribution to the Skinner creditors.
H. Johnson explained that these funds were funds deposited with the City by
Madonna Plaza and Vagabond Motel for connection to a water line originally in-
stalled by Development Associates, an entity in which Mr. Ray Skinner had an
interest. Mr. Skinner seeks a refund pursuant to the subdivision agreement and
related ordinances, which the City feels should be paid only after deducting any
money owed by Skinner to the City.
H. Johnson stated that he has filed a reply to the request for a turnover order
to the effect that the money owed by Skinner and Development Associates to the-
Water Department should be deducted from the connection charges from the new
customers, being held by the City. Since the delinquent balance owed by Mr.
Skinner exceeds the funds now on deposit, Mr. Skinner would receive no cash re-
fund at this time.
The City Council asked that Mr. Johnson keep them informed of the development of
this matter.
8. Copy of petition from the residents of Cazadero Street in the City of San
Luis Obispo to the School Board asking that the-School Board control the students
using Cazadero Street near the High School for congregating on private property
for the purpose of lounging,..smoking, etc. Also for parking their cars all day
and drag racing in this residential area.
Dr. Notley, Superintendent of the school district, appeared before the City
Council and stated that this matter was being presented to the School Board and
that while they could control student activities on the school property they
could not control student activities off campus. He continued that the School
Board was planning on placing a six foot chain link fence along the property•
line of the school property bordering on Cazadero Street.
Chief Rodgers suggested that the school close the right -of -way to the school from
Cazadero Street which would eliminate the congregating of students on the prop-
erty. He suggested that if the girls could be-controlled from going off school -
property then the boys could also be controlled.
Dr. Rhraling, 1443 Cazadero Street, stated that he felt this was a City problem
and not a school problem as the problem involved congregating of students, all
day parking and high speed drag racing on residential streets.
He continued that he felt constant patrolling of this area would stop the con-
gregating of students which is becoming intolerable to the residents.
He continued that the City should control the parking by posting a time limit
zone in this area.
Chief Rodgers explained that he felt placing parking limits in this residential
area would be a disadvantage for the residents and property owners as it would
be immpossible to distinguish the 'residents' cars and their visitors from those
of the students. He felt that closing off access would take care of the situation.
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October 21, 1968
Page 3
The City Council discussed with Dr. Notley and Dr. Khralingthe best approach to
clearing up this matter of students loitering on private property adjacent to
school property.
The matter was received and filed pending action by the school board.
9. Communication from R. D. Young, Planning Director requesting Council authority
to submit the Workable Program for Community Improvement to the Department of
Housing and Urban Development. He further.requested permission to sign the ap-
plication on behalf of the Administrative Officer.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Shrine, the following.
Resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1866, a Resolution approving and
authorizing the Director of Planning and Building to sign the Workable Program.
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
10. Communication from R. D. Young, Planning Director, requesting the appointment
of Henry Magenia to the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Improvement,
representing the Mexican - American Community.
There were no objections and the Mayor was authorized to make the appointment.
11. Communication from R. D. Young, Planning Director, forwarding a communica-
tion from Richard Taylor, Landscape Architect, requesting a time extension to
file the completed construction drawings on Mission Plaza.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller.-the request
for a time extension was approved.
12. Council consideration of the subdivision agreement and final map of Tract
No. 375, Sherwood Terrace was continued to the November 4, 1968 meeting.
13. Communication from Johnson Highlands, Inc. requesting Council acceptance of
Tract No. 305 was considered by the City Council.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presentedda map of the subdivision and stated that
some work still needed to be accomplished under the subdivision agreement and
explained to the Council that the adjacent Tract No. 290 by the same subdivider
has not been accepted.by the City for maintenance.
L. Blaser, subdivider for Tract No. 290 and Tract No. 305, stated that the reason
he has not asked for acceptancenby the City for Tract No. 290 was because of
drainage problems he has not been able to clear up. He felt that the City is to
blame in not requiring adjacent property owners to meet City requirements for
drainage.
D. F. Romero explained the drainage problem.
The City Council suggested that the City proceed with requiring Smith, the adja-
cent property developer to-.clear up the drainage problem being caused to Tract
No. 290.
D. F. Romero then asked for a policy determination as to whether the City should
accept a tract beyond a non - accepted tract such as Tract No. 290.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that the City
would not accept a subdivision if the adjacent subdivision which provides access
has not been accepted by the City for maintenance. Motion carried.
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October 21, 1968
Page 4
In accordance with City policy, the acceptance of improvements in Tract No. 305
was continued.
14. Communication from Johnson Highlands, Inc. requesting acceptance of Tract
No. 360 was continued to the next meeting.
15. Communication from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reporting that the replace-
ment of storm drain facilities under Rockview Place using metal pipe arch with
sacked concrete headwall and endwall and with some channel grading and road re-
pair would cost approximately $3,700.00. He stated that this work could be done
this year but as it was not of a critical nature it could be done at lesser ex--
pense in the spring or summer of 1969.
The matter was referred to the Administrative Officer for consideration during
the 1969 -70 budget.
The City Engineer was asked to clear up the existing drainage prior to the
winter rains.
16. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained the progress schedule proposed for
installation of sidewalk on the North side of Los Osos Road from Madonna Road to
the'new Laguna Junior High School. He explained the various obligations and
agreements and stated that most, if not all, sidewalks on that side will be in-
stalled by the time the Junior High School is completed.
The City Council discussed the possiblity of construction of a temporary side-
walk on the northerly side of Madonna Road between the freeway and the Laguna
Lake outlet. City Engineer Romero explained that a redrock walkway could be
constructed with relatively little expense. The matter was referred to the
Traffic Committee for review and recommendation.
5. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on.the adoption of the
Uniform Building Code, Volume III, 1967 Edition,.entitled "Housing," to be known
as the Housing Code of the City of San Luis Obispo.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open.
R. D. Young, Planning Director, explained the reason for adopting this code
was to comply with the requirements of the City's low -rent housing program.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
Ordinance was introduced and passed to print. Ordinance No. 428, an Ordinance
adopting the Uniform Building Code, Volume III, 1967 Edition, entitled "Housing,"
to be known as the "Housing Code;" to provide the minimum standards and require-
ments for the protection of life and limb, health, property, safety and welfare
of the general public and the owners and occupants of reisdential buildings.
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
' 17. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reported to the City Council that the improve-
ment of Higuera Street from Grove Street.to the northeast end was not included
under the chip seal program for this year as it was further down in the paving
.priority schedule approved by the City Council. But he stated that this could
be added to the existing contract as a change order and would cost approximately
$700.00.
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October 21, 1968
Page 5
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the City
Council approve a Change Order to pave Higuera Street from Grove to-the northeast
end. Motion carried.
18. Communication from the City Attorney regarding the acquisition of land from
the Nelson Estate for street widening on Foothill Boulevard between Broad Street
and Tassajara Drive, stating that the negotiations for acquisition of the land•
may take some time and that the owners are willing to give the City permission to
use this property and agree to hold the Estate harmless from all liability due
to the proposed public use of the property.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the Mayor be
authorized to sign a letter to the executor proposed by the City Attorney. Motion
carried.
19. City Clerk reported that since the last Council meeting two bids were received
for removing cars from public and private property in the City as advertised.
(1) Paulsons Wrecking and Salvage, San Luis Obispo
$15.00 per car removed.
(2) Mighty Motors, Santa Maria
$12.50 per car removed, with the City to provide a place to store these
vehicles until they could be removed to Santa Maria.
Chief Rodgers requested that both proposals be referred to him and the City
Attorney to meet with both bidders and then recommend the best - contract to the
City Council and proceed with the contract.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the Police Chief
and the City Attorney were authorized to negotitate a contract for the removal of
vehicles from the City, and the Mayor was authorized to sign the contract on be-
half of the City. Motion carried.
Chief Rodgers presented for the Council's information the number of vehicles
removed from the City during the 1967 -68 Fiscal Year. 166 Vehicles were removed
and stored at a cost to the City of $570.00.
19A. Mayor Whelchel reported to the City Council on the findings of the Taxi
Committee (Mayor Whelchell and Councilman Spring) study for the requested increase
in rates for the Yellow Cab Xompany and felt that an adjustment was needed and
suggested that the City Council hold a.public hearing on this matter.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1864, a Resolution of intention to
approve revised taxi meter rates and setting a date for a hearing thereon.
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
20. City Clerk reported on the following bids received for Traffic Signal
Revision, Foothill Boulevard, Tassajara Drive, City Plan No. 7 -69.
A -1 Electric
$3,614.00
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended that the bid of A -1 Electric be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the bid of A -1•
Electric was accepted. Motion carried.
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October 21, 1968
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21. City Clerk reported on the following bids received for Laguna Lake Park
Development, City Plan No. 1 -69.
Burke Construction Company
San Luis Obispo, California $45,231.50
West Coast Construction Co. $46,465.90
San Luis Obispo, California
W. M. Lyles Company $47,226.38
Fresno, California
J. A. O'Kelley & Son $509614.70
San Luis Obispo, California
Madonna Construction Co. $579512.00
San Luis Obispo, California
Engineer's Estimate $46,754.00
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended that the_low, bid of Burke Construction
Company be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the low bid of
Burke Construction Company was accepted. Motion carried.
22. City Clerk reported on the bids received for Orcutt Road Widening, City
Plan No. 9 -69.
J. A. O'Kelley and Son= $129224.75
W. G. Watkins $12,747.75
C. S. Construction $139375.00
J. F..Sunderland $13,565.38
Engineer's_Estimate $14,448.50
D. F. Romero recommended that the low bid of J. A. O'Kelley and Son be accepted.
on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the low bid of
J. A. O'Kelley and Son was accepted. Motion carried.
23. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the Council's consideration the
plans and specifications for street widening on Santa Rosa Street from Peach
Street to Palm Street. He explained the scope of work to be done and estimated
the cost to be approximately $15,000.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the plans and
specifications were approved and the:City Engineer was authorized to call for bids.
24. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the Council's consideration the
plans and specifications for Foothill Boulevard Widening from the creek to oppo-
site Tassajara. He explained the scope of work to be done and estimated the cost
to be approximately $4,500.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded.by Councilman Gallagher, plans and speci-
fications were approved and the City Engineer was authorized to call for bids.
25. J. H. Fitzpatrick, acting:Administrative Officer, announced the following
appointments to City Employment.
Ruth I. Floyd as stenographer in the Police Department
Step 1, $405 per month with a one -year probationary period.
Effective October 16, 1968
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October 21, 1968
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Dennis Cox as Groundskeeper.
Step 1 or $430 per month with a one year probationary period.
Effective November 1, 1968.
26. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, the follow-
ing salary step increase were approved.
Pinedo, Paul - Groundskeeper
From Step 1 or $430 to Step 2 or $455
Gonzales, Raymond - Police Officer
From Step 3 or $652 to Step 4 or $690
Quinn, Stephen - Police Officer
From Step 1 or $582 to Step 2 or $617
White, Gary - Police Officer
From Step 1 or $582 to Step 2 or $617
Gallimore, Thomas - Police Officer
From Step 1 or $582 to Step 2 or $617
McDonough, Robert - Police Officer
From Step 1 or $582 to Step 2 or $617
Headley, Donald - Utility Plant Operator 1
From Step 1 or $455 to Step 2-or,$480
Budge, Duane - Planning Assistant
From Step 2 or $652 to Step 3 or $690
27. Councilman Miller brought to the Council's attention the fact that a parcel
of land on Higuera Street north to Nipomo Street was for sale and thatthis would
be a good opportunity for the City to acquire open space along Higuera Street. • 1
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by-Councilman Gallagher, that R. D. -Young,
Planning Director, study the matter and make a recommendation to the City Council
concerning the property from 686 Higuera Street north to Nipomo Street. Motion
carried.
28. Communication from Lee Schlobohm, Fire Chief, requesting that the Cuesta
College Fire Science Course be allowed to use Fire Station No. 2 in connection
with the course on rescue practices.
He continued that each student would submit a certificate relieving the-City of
all liability in the event of accident or injury.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the request was
approved pending the filing of a waiver by each of the students. Motion carried.
29. Councilman Blake brought to the Council's attention the benefit San Luis Obispo
would derive from the passage of Proposition No. 3 in the November election. Pro-
position No. 3 is a proposition which would aid in the construction of buildings
on the campusses of State colleges and universities, and urged that the City Council
support this proposition.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1867, a Resolution Supporting Proposi-
tion No. 3.
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