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38. she City Council discussed the possibility of hiring the crane presently
dredging the Laguna Lake for an extended period of time so as to widen and
deepen the City's portion while the water is in its present low state.
The Mayor suggested the area to be dredged would be the two islands previously
discussed by the City.Council. Mr. Romero stated that according to the very
rough estimate of this crane operator, approximately 50,000 yards of dirt
would be involved in removing the two islands, and that this could be handled
by having the crane load the dirt into earth movers and haul it away.
After some discussion on the matter, Mr. Romero was instructed to investi-
gate the situation further, and contact . Houser regarding the legal
aspects of the Charter requirements regarding bidding for all public works.
39. Mr. Romero, City Engineer, presented a memorandum regarding complaints he
has received on the overcrossing on Mill Street which goes over the Southern
Pacific Company tracks. Mr. Romero stated that this structure is in a very
poor state of repair and that people are complaining because the boards are
loose, noisy, etc. Mr. Romero stated that in the past he has called the'
Southern Pacific Company and they have made minor repairs, but that the bridge
needs some major work at the present time, and should he write to the Southern
Pacific Company to see if this bridge could be made safe.
Mr. Romero was authorized by common consent of the Council to contact the
Southern'Pacific Company regarding this matter.
The meeting was adjourned at 10 :35 P. M. on motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded
by Councilman Miller.
Approved this 5th day of September, 1961.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 5, 1961 - -- 7:30 P. M.
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CITY HALL — —
Invocation was given by Mayor Clay P. Davidson.
ROLL CALL: Present - Miss Margaret M. McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P. Davidson.
Absent - R. L. Graves, Jr.
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Administrative Officer Miller, Park & Recreation Director
Flory, City Attorney Houser, City Engineer Romero, Water
Superintendent Thompson, Police Chief Schofield, Battalion
Chief Jones, City Clerk Fitzpatrick.
Minutes for the Regular Meeting of August 21, 1961 were approved on motion of
Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil.
Claims against the City for the month of September, 1961 were approved on motion
of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller, subject to the approval of
the Administrative Officer.
1. Mr. Miller, Administrative Officer, announced the appointment of Robert L.
Bolinger as Police Officer effective September 1, 1961 at $402 per month.
2. Mr. Miller, Administrative Officer, announced the promotion of Kennith L.
Short from Police Officer to Police Sergeant effective September 1, 1961 at
4th Step of $530 per month and with recommendation that he be considered for
5th Step in one year. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Council-
man Miller, the recommendation of consideration of the 5th Step for sergeant was
approved.
3. City Engineer, David F. Romero, requested authority to advertise for bids
for removal of trees preliminary to street widening at Orcutt Road and Laurel
Lane. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
request was approved, and Mr. Romero was authorized'to call for bids for re-
moval of the trees.
4. Mr. Romero, City Engineer, requested Council authority to advertise for im-
provements to sewer farm fields Nos. 2 and 3.. Mr. Romero presented plans
and specifications to the City Council of the proposed work to be done at
the sewer farm. On motion of Councilman Puller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil,
the request was approved and the City Engineer was authorized to call for bids
for said improvements.
5. the City Engineer presented plans and specifications for widening of Madonna
Road at Tract No. 207. Mr. Romero asked permission to advertise for bids
after approval by the State of California. The City Council discussed the
proposal of Mr. Romero in using gas taxes for this widening, and discussed
other necessary gas tax projects. After discussion it was moved by Council-
man Miller, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, and passed on the following roll
call vote, that Mr. Romero present-: plans and specifications Eo the'Division
of Highways for their approval and then call for bids upon the State's approval.
Council Order No. 14 covering agenda items 3, 4, and 5.
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Gerald [d. Shipsey,
NOES: C1ay.P. Davidson.
ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr.
6. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of
the Planning Commission to amend the Municipal Code with regard to student
housing. Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
The City Clerk read the recommendation of the Planning Commission relative
to student h ousing as follows:
Section 1. That Section 9200.16 (1) (g), which allows student housing in
any zone, subject to securing a use permit, be deleted in its entirety.
Section 2. That Section 9200.1 (r) be amended to read as follows: FAMILY:
An individual or two (2) or more persons related by blood, marriage or adoption,
plus not more than two (2) persons excluding servants, who are not related by
blood, marriage or adoption, Living together as a single housekeeping unit in
a dwelling unit.
Section 3. That Section 9200.1 be amended by adding 9200.1 (ae) (1) to read
as follows; SERVANT: A person who is employed in full time to do domestic
work at the premises where said person resides.
Mrs. Bilodeau appeared before the City Council and asked if the proposed
amendment to the Municipal Code would prohibit five female friends who are
not related and are not servants from sharing a dwelling.
Mr. Houser, City Attorney, stated that if the condition existed at the pre-
sent time, the ordinance would make no change; but that this situation would
become a nonconforming use. There being no further comments, the Mayor de-
clared the public hearing closed.
ORDINANCE N0. 202
(1961 Series), "An Ordinance
Amending the Zoning Ordinance
of the City of San Luis Obispo with Regard to
Student Housing and Certain
Definitions," was introduced and passed to print
on motion of Councilman
Miller, seconded
by Councilman Shipsey, on the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss
Margaret M. McNeil, Donald Q.
Miller, Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay
P. Davidson.
NOES: None
ABSENT: R.
L. Graves, Jr.,
7. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation
of the Planning Commission to re -zone certain properties in the City east
of the Southern Pacific Company property and south of Terrace Hill. 'The Mayor
.opened the public hearing.
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Mr. Romero presented a map showing the area proposed to be changed. The
City Clerk read a letter dated August 23, 1961 from the Southern Pacific
Company notifying the City Planning Commission that they were withdrawing
their letter of protest to the zoning change. The City Clerk then read a
letter from John Badgley, architect, representing a group of fifteen citi-
zens owning five acres of property south of Terrace Hill between the Gold -
tree Tract and the Southern Pacific Railroad, requesting that the re -zon-
ing of this area be postponed until a further study can be made as to the
purpose of this land. Mr.. Badgley stated that re- zoning to the restric-
tive R -1 classification would seriously impair the use of the land.
Mr. Richard Harris, attorney, appeared before the City Council on behalf
of the same group that Mr. John Badgley represented, and asked that the
City Council hold over decision on this -re- zoning so additional inform-
ation could be presented to the Council as to the proper use of this land.
Councilman Miller stated to the City Council that he had made a personal
study and survey of the area being proposed by•the-Planning Commission to
be re -zoned to R -1. He stated that he believed'this to be an improper
zoning of this area due to its proximity to the railroad and to the topo-
graphy of the area. He stated that he, believed that the land adjacent to
the railroad would never:be used as single.family dwellings, but that a
proper use would be for heavy commercial or multiple dwellings.
Councilman Shipsey stated to the City Council that he had an interest, in
a parcel of land in the area being proposed for re- zoning, and declared
that he would not take part.in voting on this matter dine to his interest
in some of the land. Mayor Davidson closed the hearing. On motion of
Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwomen McNeil, the recommendation
for re- zoning was held over to the.next meeting by the City Council:
8. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, the following contract payments were
ordered paid:
General Engineering &
Construction Company - -- Parking Lot No. 6 - Estimate No.. 1 - $29562.86
A:'J. Diani Construction Co. -- Calif. Blvd. Reconstruction
Estimate #1 - $11,807.10.
9. Communication from the County of San Luis Obispo forwarding an executed•
right -of -way deed to the City of San Luis Obispo, covering that portion
of County Road No. 29 (Madonna Road) presently in the County.of San 3xiis
Obispo, was accepted and the Mayor was authorized to record the deed on
motion of Councilman Shipsey seconded by Councilman Miller.
10. Report to the City Council by the citizen's committee recommending methods
for sidewalk improvement to the City of San.Luis Obispo, was ordered:hel&-
over to the next meeting.
11. TRAFFIC COMMITTEE REPORT of August 23, 1961:
61 =8 -10T "It has been called to our attention that there is no clear-de-
signation of right -of -way at the intersection of Buena Vista Avenue and
Monterey Street. Motorists traveling south bound on Buena Vista are
merging with motorists traveling west bound on Monterey. It is recommended
that a "Yield Right -of -Way" sign be placed in the channelization island
at this location, controlling south bound traffic on Buena Vista.
RESOLUTION N0. 843 (1961 Series), "A Resolution Establishing a "Yield
Right -of -Way" sign on Buena Vista Avenue at Monterey Street," was passed
and adopted on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Shipsey
on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret M.
Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr.
McNeil, Conald•Q. Millers Gerald W. Shipsey,
61 -8 -11C "The engineering department has completed preliminary engineering
studies for construction of a pedistrian walkway across Stenner Creek on
Foothill Boulevard.' The Traffic Committee feels that there is a definite
pedestrian hazard at this bridge and that the construction of this pedestrian
walkway would do much to eliminate this hazard. It is recommended that
the walkway be placed on the north side of the existing bridge."
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City
Engineer was instructed to prepare the necessary plans and specifications
for the Council's consideration and availability of funds for construction.
61 -8 -12C "The Traffic Committee has investigated a complaint from a resident,
whose house is located at the southerly end of Casa Street, adjacent to the
Casa Street entrance into Santa Rosa Park. Apparently park users are park-
ing four-abreast at the end of Casa Street, thus blocking access to the gar-
age of this resident. The Traffic Committee feels that this situation can
be improved by'the placement of a "No Parking in Front of Driveway" sign on
the west side of the southerly limit of Casa Street."
Recommendation approved on motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Coun-
cilwoman McNeil.
61 -8 -13C "The committee has considered the petition.for a crossing-guard,
on Laurel Lane and has concluded that the number of school children would
justify the use of a crossing -guard and would so recommend. Serious con-
sideration was given to both the Richard Street location and the South-
wood Drive location, and it was concluded that at this time the Southwood
Drive location would be preferable, but that at such tiffie in the future
as the southerly side of Laurel Lane-is improved, between Southwood Drive
and Richard Street, the location of the crossing -guard should again be
reviewed."
Mr. Romero, City Engineer, sketched for the Council's information the area
of Laurel Lane under discussion .and recommendations of the Traffic Committee.
On Motion of Councilman Shipsey,seconded by Councilman Miller,the City was
authorized to hire an additional crossing guard-for the Laurel- Southwood
intersection.
61 -8 -11T "Obstructions on both the northeast and southeast corners of the
intersection of Fredericks Street and Hathway Avenue have been called to
our attention. West bound motorists on Fredericks Street have difficulty
in viewing oncoming traffic from either direction on Hathway Avenue. If
the Council has no objection, the Public Works Department will take steps
to have that action be withheld until the trees can be trimmed during the .
dormant season."
No objection by the-City Council.
12. ORDINANCE NO. 199 (1961 Series), "An Ordinance levying a tax for the current
Fiscal Year 1961 -62 upon all Taxable Property within the City of San Luis
Obispo and Fixing the Rate of such Tax," was finally passed on motion-of
Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller, on the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr.
13. The City Clerk read the following letter from Lew M. Warden, Jr.: "Re Adler
vs. City of San Luis Obispo, et al"
"Thank you for your letter of August 30, 1961, and the enclosed proposed
ordinance. I have only two questions:
1. Section 9300.3, sub - section 3, of the old ordinance has not been ex-
pressly repealed, nor has any inconsistent provision been enacted by
the proposed ordinance. Presumable it would remain in effect, as did
Section 9300.1, despite the fact that its language is.not consistent
with the approach of the new ordinance. ,
2. Section 9300.4, sub - section 8, is not a complete sentence and does not
correspond to the language of sub - sections 4, 5,.6, and 7, immediately
preceding it. Presumably the intention was either to adopt a building
set -back in line for Broad Street by the enactment of-this ordinance,
or to incorporate a previously enacted ordinance. But no such expres-
sion of intention appears.
Wheder or not changes are made in the proposed ordinance in accordance with
my comments above is probably immate&l to my clients. I merely suggest
them to you for whatever they are worth.
The general proposal is quite acceptable from my clients' point of view
and.will constitute a satisfactory basis for the settlement of the pend-
ing litigation. As I see it, the proposed ordinance is a marked depar-
ture from the street widening purposes of the preceding ordinances, al-
though it will undoubtedly have the effect of restricting buildings -
within the set -back areas which would otherwise make -the acquisition
of property by condemnation proeeedings relatively expensive in the
event the City does'propose to widen the street. I feel that the pro-
posed ordinance is well within the powers of the City to enact, and is
a proper exercise of those - powers. I trust-that it is a bona fide change
of policy, and will not be administered in such a manner as to make it
a mere subterfuge.
If, upon the enactment of this ordinance, you will forward to me the
necessary documents for the dismissal of this action, I will be happy
to execute the same. I hope that my doing so as attorney of record
for the named plaintiffs in this action will be acceptable to you, as
the obtaining of the-individual signatures of such a large number of
people might prove to be a considerable task."
Mr. .Houser, City Attorney, explained to the City Council that he and
Mr. Woolpert had discussed the recommendations of Mr. Warden and that
they had been incorporated in the ordinance presented at this time for
the Council's consideration. Mr. Houser then read the amended sections
of the plan line ordinance of the City of San Luis.Obispo.
Mr. Houser, City Attorney; stated that upon the effective date of the
new ordinance, the former plan line ordinances would be completely re
pealed. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman
McNeil, the following ordinance was introduced and passed to print on
the following roll call vote:
ORDINANCE N0. 201 (1961 Series), "An Ordinance Amending Portions of
Chapter 3 of Article i% of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code."
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: Gerald W. Shipsey
ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr.
14. The City Clerk read the following communication from Ray C. Skinner
Companies regarding Laguna Lake excavation:
"In our letter of July 17, 1961, we submitted a suggestion and proposal
.relative to improving Laguna Lake. Considerable interest has been shown
by the Mayor and the City Council in removing additional material beyond
the scope of our July 17, 1961 letter.
In view of this we believe the following is worthy of consideration as'
a possible solution. .
1. The crane be utilized primarily for excavating the shore line of
the'lpeninsula" and the adjoining "harbor" area and piling the ex-
cavated material on the peninsula and the adjoining land.
2. The large area that we proposed for the creation of islands be
removed by using more efficient earth - moving equipment.
I -would welcome an opportunity to discuss this with the City Council as
soon as possible."
At the present time we do not have a need for additional fill material
as there are some high areas on our.property and a considerable excav-
ation will take place in the future digging of the lagoon. We would prefer
to defer further capital expenditures until housing sales and construction
justify the expenditures. As we also desire that the lake be developed
..in the best and most economical manner,.however, we would be willing to
share in the expense of the removal of the "island area" in return for
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the use of it in some of our low areas.
If the City would be willing to pay $ .30 per yard we would be willing
to pay the balance of the cost for up to 50,000 yards that could be re-
moved prior to the rainy season. This could probably be worked out
either by taking competitive bids or renting some equipment we are pre-
sently using plus additional equipment to make an efficient fast - moving
operation.
I -would welcome an opportunity to discuss this with the City Council as
soon as possible."
The City Council discussed the proposal of Mr. Skinner and also discussed
with Mr. Romero, City Engineer, the amount of time left on the original
exchange of land for dredging with Mr .''Skinner, and further discussed
the best way to proceed with Mr. Skinner's new offer.
Mr. Romero reported that under the original agreement with Mr. Skinner,
the City still had six days of dredging to go, and that he recommended
that the dredge be moved to the peninsula area so that a more efficient
and effective use of the crane could be made in moving as much dirt as
possible. After discussion by the Council, it was moved by Councilman
Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that the City Engineer be author-
ized to get quotes for crane operation to move the dirt along the penin-
sula for an additional nine days of dredging and then proceed with the '
low bid and also prepare plans and specifications for additional dredging
and earth moving if the Council desired to proceed with additional work.
Councilman Shipsey agreed with the City Council that any work done at
the lake would be advantageous, but he did not believe that the construc-
tion of the park and lake should take precedence over other necessary
governmental functions being cut back due to the present shortage of
funds and the curtailment of services for the reason of lack of money.
The following roll call vote was taken:
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: Gerald W. Shipsey
ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr.
Mr. Miller, Administrative Officer, requested that the City Council
adopt a resolution increasing the 1961 -62 budget to take care of the
additional nine days dredging in the amount of $2,000.
RESOLUTION NO. 842 (1961 Series) "A Resolution Increasing the 1961 -62
Budget," was passed and adopted on motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded
by Councilman Miller, on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Gerald W. Shipsey
Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr.
15. Communication from the Division of Housing, State of California, regarding
changes made in the State Law regarding enforcement of housing and build -
codes and trailer park act referred to a Council Committee for investi-
gation and report.to the City Council, was ordered received and filed.
16. Communication from the Chamber of Commerce notifying the City Council
that Mr. William G. Johnson, Jr. had been appointed as the Chamber re-
presentative on the City Council's Citizen's Committee for tree plant-
ing in the downtown area. Communication received and filed.
17. Petition for annexation to the City by the owners of the former Johe
property, was presented to the City Council. Mr. Houser, City Attorney,
explained to the City Council the necessary steps that are required to
complete the annexation including the publication, hearing dates, etc.
Mr. Houser,presented for the City Council the following resolution for
their consideration.
RESOLUTION NO. 844 (1961 Series), "A Resolution Giving Notice of Proposed
Annexation to the City of San Luis Obispo of Uninhabited Territory Des-
cribed Herein and Designated "Jobe Property ", was passed and adopted on
motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller, on the fol-
lowing roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Gerald W. Shipsey
Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None ,
ABSENT: R. L. Graves, Jr.
18. Communication from the City Planning Commission forwarding a tentative
map of Tract No. 231, Laguna Lake Village, Unit 5, was ordered received
and filed as there were no objections by the City Council.
19. Communication from the San Luis Obispo Fire Department requesting Council
permission to hold a firemen's dance on September 15, 1961. Request
granted on motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil.
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20. Communication from Fred Hamlin regarding the advisability of requesting
the Division of Highways to place refuse containers along its right -of-
way near the gate to City Water Reservoir No. 2. The City Clerk was
instructed to forward Mr. Hamlin's letter to the local office of the
Division of Highways.
21. Communication from the Hoedowners Square Dance Club requesting permis-
sion to block Garden Street between Higuera and Marsh Streets on the
evening of September 7, for square dancing exhibition for the citizens
of San Luis Obispo. Request approved on motion of Councilman Miller,
seconded by Councilman Shipsey, and referred to Police Chief Schofield
to work out the details with the square dance group.
22. Claim of W. H. Brazil for alleged damage to trees on his property by the
Fire Department in their weed abatement program, was referred to the
City's insurance carrier.
23. Copy of communication from Richard Gallagher, "Director of Public Works,
County of San Luis Obispo, to the State 'Department of Public Health re-
questing that the State Department of Public Health request,the United States
Army to have their lessees. on Santa Margarita Lake fence off the grazing
area from the domestic water supply. Ordered received and filed.
24. Councilman Miller requested a report on apparent sewer leakage to the
rear of the McKnight residence at 1270 San Mateo Street. Mr. Romero,
'City Engineer, reported that his department had investigated this
water and had made tests using dye and to the best of their knowledge,
this is not sewer effluent flowing on the McKnight property, but that
if the Council desired, he would make more extensive tests to determine
what the source of the water was. For further consideration, the City
Council instructed Mr. Romero to run•additional tests to see what the
water was running on the McKnight property, and if it were sewer, to
correct the problem. Council Order No. 15.
25. Report from the Public Utilities Commission, State of California, regarding
an order of investigation for the purpose of establishing a list of rail-
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road grade crossings for.the year 1962. Ordered received and filed.
' 26. Mayor Davidson discussed the progress being made with the Division of
Highways for acquisition of said title of that portion of property lying
east of the 101 Freeway between Madonna Road and Bianchi Lane and San
Luis Creek. The Mayor "stated if the City could acquire this property
soon, it possibly could puts portion of it up for sale so that the
money received could be made available for additional dredging at Laguna
Lake while the lake is dry.
The City Staff reported that no additional information had been received
to date'and the City Attorney was requested to contact representatives of
the Division of Highways regarding immediate acquisition of this property
by the City. The City Attorney was further requested to report at the
City Council meeting of September 11, 1961, on the value of the property,
description of the property, etc., for the Council's information.
27. Communication from State Compensation Insurance fund relative to claims
submitted by Police Officer William Ryan, stating that a hearing would.
be held before the Industrial Accident Commission regarding Mr. Ryan's
claim. Recieved and filed.
28. Communicatinn from the Wineman Hotel and the Anderson Hotel operators
requesting that signs showing the word "Hotels" with directional arrows
be placed at three strategical locations in the City, was denied on
motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Davidson.
29. Councilman Miller stated that he had received additional complaints re-
garding the condition of the bridge on Mill Street over the Southern
Pacific Company tracks regarding loose boards, etc. and urged that the
City Engineer proceed with having the Southern Pacific Company make the
necessary repairs. Councilman Miller also requested that the intersection
of Posmo and Osos Streets again be studied by the Traffic Committee and
come up with a proper recommendation for the location of the stop signs
at this intersection.
30. Mr. Houser, City Attorney,reported to the City Council on the action by
the County Board of Supervisors in protesting the application by the
City Of San Luis Obispo to expand its place of use of Santa Margarita
Lake water.
31. Richard D. Miller, Administrative Officer, presented for the Council's
information the claim of Hans Mager for services in studying the safe-
ty of the Obispo Theater building during the demolition of the adjacent
buildings for the City of San Luis Obispo. Amount $125.00
32. Mr. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, reported to the City Council
that the State Department of Finance had notified him that the first 1
meeting of the Whale Rock Commission would be held in the City Coun-
cil Chambers of the City Hall of San Luis Obispo, September 29, 1961
if the Council had no objections.
33. Richard D. Miller, Administrative Officer, presented for the Council's
consideration a notice of bid for purchase of parking meters for Park
ing Lot No. 6 and some additional street meters. Mr. Miller suggest-
ed that the bid call be made on the basis of manual meters instead
of automatic meters in the interests of reducing labor costs. On mo-
tion of Councilman Shipsey,the Administrative Officer was authorized
to advertise for bids for parking meters.
34. Mr. Miller, Administrative Officer, presented to the City Council a
letter from Harry Jenks and Paul Adamson, Consulting Engineers, re-
garding sewer and water extensions for Cal Poly and requested per-
mission of the City Council to forward a copy of the letter to.Mr.
George Clucas of Cal Poly for his information. On motion of Council
man Miller, seconded by Mayor. Davidson, the Administrative Officer
was authorized to forward a copy of the letter to Cal Poly.
35. Mr. Miller, Administrative Officer
he had received a report from Fire
fire service at the County Airport
Supervisors, but Mr. Miller stated
to study this report and requested
the next meeting.
reported to the City Council that
Chief Lee M. Schlobohm regarding
as requested by the Board of
that he had not had an opportunity
permission to hold it over to '
At 11 P. M. Councilman Shipsey left the Council Meeting.
36. The City Council discussed water supply problems from Santa Mar-
garita Lake and present contract with.the U. S. Army regarding water
from Santa Margarita LAke.
37. Mr. Price Thompson, Water Superintendent, brought to the City Council's
attention the matter of the quality of water from Santa.Margarita
Lake and recommended that•the City Council employ a competent chemical
engineer to make a study of the lake operation, transmission facilities,
and the City's filtration plant and distribution system so that an
unbiased report could be filed with the City and County governments.
He further requested that if the Council had no objections, he would
solicit a proposal from Brown and Caldwell of San Francisco to make
the necessary studies and prepare the report. On motion of Mayor
Davidson, seconded by Councilman Miller, Mr. Thompson was authorized
to get a proposal from Brown.& Caldwell.
38. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil,
Romero, City Engineer,was instructed to prepare plans and specifications
for demolition of the Pezzoni buildings for Parking Lot No. 4.
Council Order No. 16.
39. Mr. Romero, City Engineer, reported to the City Council that Mr. Henry
Dalessi, owner of the Obispo Theater building, was preparing to make
the necessary repaiks to strengthen the walls of the building and that
the gunite covering would possibly encroach two to four inches on City
property. After some discussion by the City Council, it was moved