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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/30/196228. The following Board Orders from the County Board of Supervisors ordered received and filed No. 4 on the matter of action by the Board regarding letter from U. S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding overnight comping at Santa Margarita Lake, and Board Order of April 13, 1962 ordering overnight camping at the lake be postponed from the April 15, 1962 date. 29. Communication from Charles'M..Teague,.member of Congress, notifying the City that he is in complete agreement with the tax exempting provisions of municipal bonds. 30. Communication from Regional:Water Pollution Control Board notifying the City Council that at its April 6, 1962 meeting the Board assigned the City application 29.30 points on the basis of water pollution control needs. 31.A. Councilman Graves brought up the matter of- complaints by subdividers, contractors, architects, etc. regarding treatment by the City Engineer and Planning Director and'suggested that a Council- Committee be appointed' to hold a meeting with these people and-department heads concerned and -. investigate any complaints. That to date when the complaining parties were questioned about the charges it appeared that the department heads were merely enforcing the ordinances'. 31.B. Mayor Davidson stated that he had received a request from the Building Contractors Association requesting that the City establish a Board of Appeals• as authorized in Section No. 204 of the Uniform Building Code in order -to have impartial groups look into complaints of this nature. The Mayor suggested that this Board should be composed of representives of laobr, business, contractors, engineers and architects so as to have a cross section of the community on these matters. Both proposals by Mayor Davidson and Councilman'Graves were discussed by the City Council and no action taken. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman McNeil, the meeting was adjourned at 12:35 A.M. Approved this ! day of 1962. ' Ci Clerk SPECIAL MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL April 30, 1962 - 7:30 P.M. CITY HALL Invocation was given by,Mayor Clay P. Davidson Roll Call Present: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clay,P. Davidson Absent: Gerald W. Shipsey City Staff .Present: J. W. Abraham, Planning Direcotr; J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; William Houser, City Attorney; R. D. Miller,,Administrative Officer; David F. Romero, City Engineer; William Schofield, Police. Chief ;• Price Thompson., Water Superintendent. --------------- --- -- ---- ---- -------- --- - - -- - -- 1. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer announced the following appointments: Mrs. Bonnie Cameron as Stenographer in the Police Department effective May 1, 1962-at $290 per-month. Wanda J. Stephens as Parking Enforcement Officer effective May 1, 1962 at $322 per month. 2. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman'McNeil the following salary step increases were approved: Edward S. Salas Laborer - Equipment Operator from Step 3 at $380 per month•to Step 4 at $402 per month effective May 1, 1962. JESSE G. GONZALES Laborer from Step 3 at $340 per month to Step 4 at $360 per month effective May 1, 1962. 3. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the Mayor was authorized to accept and record Grant Deed from Neil T. and Shirley J. Maloney for street widening on Johnson Avenue and the Mayor was also authorized to sign the Street Widening Agreement. 4. Petition from property owners residing on Slack Street between Motley and Grand Avenue requesting that the City Council prohibit parking from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M., Monday through Friday on the South side of Slack Steeet for protection of children and pedestrians using this street. Mr. Bill Washburn, resident of Slack Street stated that he was opposed to prohibiting parking on Slack Street. Councilman Graves reported that he had discussed this parking problem with some of the residents of this area and that they stated they would be willing to place sidewalks in front of their houses under the provisions of the present City Sidewalk Policy, including being allowed to pay the cost over a three year period. Councilman Miller stated he had contacted the people along Slack Street and ' that after contacting all but one of the ovn ers, he found that they - •.would all place sidewalks in front of their property if the-City would have the City Schools also place sidewalks along their property by Pacheco School. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves that the problem be referred to the Traffic Committee for study and that the City approach the School Board and urge them to place sidewalks along their property at Slack Street at the same time the property owners install theirs. Motion carried. 5. Communication from the Blue Bell Motel located on South Higuera Street requesting that directional sign be placed on Elks Lane at the Freeway notifying the public that there are Motels located in: that area. Referred to the Traffic Committee. Mayor Davidson requested that the Traffic Committee look into the problem of cars parking in street right -of -way on Hathway Street north of Orange Drive. 6. Traffic Committee report of April 18, 1962: 62 -4 -6T On our previous recommendation, we have checked the visibility at the corner of Mill and Santa Rosa further and feel that our earlier recomm- endation for extending the present red zone 40 feet to the north is justified and would result in improving the visibility for about 100 additional feet over the situation where only 20 feet of red zone was provided. If the Council will recall, it was our recommendation that two green 12 minute zones be provided immediately to the north of the 40 feet-:,of red zone. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller the following Resolution was introduced: RESOLUTION NO. 932 (1962 Series) "A resolution establishing a "No- Parking Zone" on Santa Rosa at Mill Street." Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q- >. Miller, Clay P. Davidson NOES: None ABSENT: Gerald W. Shipsey 62 -4 -8C The Traffic Committee has made a further study of the Foothill Blvd. - Crandall Way intersection and feels that a "Yield Right of Way" sign should be placed on Foothill at Crandall Way, cautioning west bound motorists on Foothill. It is also felt that a "No Thru Street" Sign should':::be installed at this location to indicate that Foothill is a dead -end street. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the following Resolution was introduced: RESOLUTION NO. 933 (1962 Series) "A resolution establishing a "Yield Right- of'--way" on Foothill Boulevard at Crandall Way." Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Miss Margaret M. Mc Nei, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clay P. Davidson NOES: none ABSENT: Gerald W. Shipsey On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves that "Not a Through Street" sign be installed at Foothill and Crandall Way indicating that Foothill is a;dead -end street. Motion carried. 62 -5 -1T For some time, the Traffic Committee has been studying the Marsh Street - California Blvd. intersection and feels that the existing stop sign on:'.California at Marsh, governing south bound motorists on California be replaced with a "Yield Right of Way" sign. It is likewise recommended that a "Yield Right of Way" sign be placed on Marsh at California for the merging lane which is channelized for right hand turning movements onto California. It is also proposed to do some re- striping in and near the intersection to more clearly indicate the various traffic movements and the traffic island will be enlarged to better channelize traffic. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following Resolution was introduced:. RESOLUTION NO. 934 (1962 Series) "A resolution establishing a "Yield Right of Way" on California at Marsh and on Marsh at California ". Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clay P. Davidson NOES: None ABSENT: Gerald W. Shipsey 62 -4 -4T After further study, the Traffic Committee recommends that the speed limit on Johnson be increased from 25 miles per hour to 35, mid- way between Lizzie and Iris Streets on Johnson, such zone to continue to the southerly City limits. 1 1 1 Councilman Miller stated that he had reservation regarding the speed limit oa Johnson Avenue and he believed that a more efficient traffic control might be the answer and that the issuance of a few traffic citations might slow the traffic down. He also stated that possibly the City should look into acquiring a motorcycle for traffic control. Mayor Davidson stated that he agreed.with Councilman Miller on the need for traffic control and that the City should keep in mind the number of children using the street to go to school and that there are not sidewalks available and that students are required to walk in the street. . Mr. Romero,.City Engineer--explained that approximately.95% of the traffic on Johnson Avenue is now exceeding the speed limit because, in the opinion of the average motorist, the present . speed limit is not reasonable. He explained that the speed zoning generally tended to decrease the speed of the fast drivers, and increase the speed of the slow drivers thus giving a more uniform speed which creates easier enforcement and fewer accidents. The "85 percential speed!' and "upper limit of pace" both indicated that the speed limits along Johnson Avenue should be in excess of thirty -five miles an hour, but because of the labk of sidewalks, proper street widths, and potential increase in traffic and housing development, that the engineering criteria would indicate that a thirty -five mile an hour speed limit would be reasonable. Police Chief Schofield reported on the study being made by his department on accident frequancy and location of accidents and number of citations issued by his department. He stated that he agreed with Mr. Romero that to increase the speed limit would reduce the number of speed violations as the speed of automobiles would be that which the driver thought was safe and prudent. He further stated that he did not agree with Council- Man Miller that motorcycles would help the problem of control as he believed that they are more a hazard than a help. Mr. Romero was instructed to prepare a traffic count at Lizzie and Johnson Avenue, including turning movement and this study to be given to the Traffic Committee for their recommendation. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller the following Ordinance was introduced: ORDINANCE NO. 225 (1962 Series) "An ordinance increasing the speed limit on Johnson Avenue from 25 to 35 miles Rer hour." Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, NOES: Clay P. Davidson ABSENT: Gerald W. Shipsey. 7. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer discussed with the City Council, the possibility of approving the following budget items in advance of the regular budget consideration in June: 1) $11,750.00 for a new street sweeper 2) $ 2,500.00 for a new pumping installation for the Bullock lift station 3) One additional fireman as soon as selection process could be completed 4) $445 per an electric typewriter in the Planning Department. Items approved on motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman McNeil. 8. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the following resolution was introduced: RESOLUTION NO. 929 "A resolution making transfer to the Whale Rock Fund on a loan basis and providing methods of- repayment for such loan: also; making certain other transfer in connection with excess payments on the Whale Rock project." Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clay P. Davidson NOES: None ABSENT: Gerald W. Shipsey 9. Communication from the Chief Clerk of the California Legislature bringing to the Council's attention to the provisions of Assembly concurrent Resolution No. 14, relating to provisions by California Cities for their identification from the air. Mr. Houser, City Attorney stated that this was not required of Cities but that the legislature was only asking cooperation. City Clerk was instructed to notify the Chief Clerk of California Legislature that the City of :San Luis Obispo was faking-this under consideration. 10. Resolution from the County Board of policies relative to the annexation Council and Board of bupervisors. Supervisors requesting::that uniform of County Roads be adopted by the City Mr. Romero, City Engineer suggested that in addition to the 75% requirements of the County, that the City request that the County bring the road way. of County Roads up to minimum County standards before annexation to the City. The City Council discussed the proposal of the County Board bf Supervisors and request of Mr. Romero to have the County bring the road up to minimum. standards before annexation. On motion of Coum ilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller the City Engineer was authorized to contact other incorporated Cities in the County and notify them that the City of San Luis Obispo is in agreement with the policy proposed by the County but also that San Luis Obispo requested that the County bring the Road and structures up to minimum City standards before annexation. Motion carried. Mayor Davidson reported that the County Board of Supervisors voted to include in lieu taxes in the County Road project which would reduce the County road tax to 3 or 4 cents from the present 12 cents which would be of benefit to rural residents but in doing this the over all County rate would be increased by 18 cents which would add additional taxes to City residents, to the benefit of County dwellers. Mayor Davidson stated that he has been discussing the matter with City representives in the Southerapart of the County and that all City representives were interested in protecting the City residents from increased County taxes and he suggested that all City representives should get together and formulate a policy on this matter. The Mayor asked the Council's permission to discuss this matter at a special meeting of County Mayors and Manager's Congress. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the'Mayor was authorized to cooperate with the other Cities in regard to the matter of in lieu taxes subject to approval of the City Council. 1 1 1 11. Communication from the White House regarding action taken regarding the Santa Margarita.Lake problem was ordered received and filed. Communication from Senator Kuchel acknowledging receipt of Cities letter regarding Santa Margarita Lake was ordered received and filed. Communication from Senator Engle regarding tax - exempt status of State and municipal bond interest was ordered received and filed. 11B Copy of communication from County Board of Supervisors to the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers requesting consideration of a plan for the reallocation of the yield of Salinas Reservoir. Such plan was to guarantee an annual supply of water to downstream water users for which they would assume financial responsibility for the operation, maintenance and amortization of the "federal facilities required to impound and deliver the water. The City Council discussed actions taken to date by the County Board of Supervisors regarding allowing for reallocation of yield from Salinas Reservoir. Water Superintendent Thompson stated that the last fiscal year ending 1961 the City used 3680 acre feet and estimated the City would use 3800 acre feet this fiscal year. Mayor Davidson proposed that the City Council at this time consider having the City apply to the Water Rights Board for a permanent license for water at Santa Margarita Lake based on use in the past fiscal year. Mr. Miller, Administrative Officer stated that as the City has retained the firm of Bookman, Edmonoston, and Gianelli to act as consultants for the City on water problems, that the City should ask Mr. Gianelli to meet with the City Council and discuss this matter of applying for a permanent license for Santa Margarita.Lake water. After discussion by the Council, Mr. Miller, Administrative Officer was instructed to make the necessary arrangements to have Mr. Gianelli meet and discuss this matter with the City Council, 1 11C Copy of communication from the County Board of Supervisors to the State Department of Public Health presenting the County's version of the Santa Margarita Lake problem in answer-to the Director of Public Health letter of April 12, 1962 showing dissatisfaction of recreational activities at Santa Margarita Lake. Communication was ordered received "and filed and copies of the letters made for the City Council. 12. Communication from State Department of Public Health notifying the City• Council that San Luis Obispo county has again been declared a rabies area effective April 14, 1962 and requests information as to the City's requirements for dog control was ordered received and filed. City Council asked that the City Clerk request the Woods Animal Shelter to send a copy of the monthly activity report to the Council in accordance with the contract with the City. 13. Invitation from the Elks of Santa Maria for participation by the City in- the parade and rodeo to be held on June 2 and 3, 1962 was ordered received and filed and:.-the Mayor stated that he planned -to participate in the Elks parade and asked that some decorations.-be planned•,for the automobile that the Council will ride in as all the other Cities who participate have some decoration on them. 14. Announcement of the Annual Municipal Seminar for California Contract Cities, to be held in Palm Springs May 3 to 6 was ordered received and filed. 15. Invitation from the Elks Club to the City of San Luis Obispo City Council and City Department Heads to take part in Youth in Government Day May 7 1962. The student officials will be with various departments all day and the Elks Club will host a dinner to student and regular officials at 6 P.M. at the lodge building and then they will attend the City Council meeting that evening. - The City Council enthusiastically approved the request to cooperate and instructed the City Clerk to notify the Elks Club they will participate in this worthwhile program. 16. Mr. Miller, Administrative Officer stated that he had been approached by a members of the Chamber of Commerce.auto show committee asking that the City Council consider allowing the Chamber to hold an Auto show in parking lot No. 6 instead of on the street as done in the past, on either a Thursday evening or Saturday afternoon. After discussion by the City Council, Mr. Miller was informed that the City Council would approve the use of parking lot No. 6, preferable on Saturday afternoon. 17. Councilman Miller stated that he has received several complaints by residents of Chorro and Upham Street regarding excessive speed of motorists and requested that the Police Chief look into the complaint and possible patrol of this area. 18. Councilman,Miller brought up for Council discussion, the matter of definition and interpetation by Planning Director of rear yard in the zoning ordinance. He stated that this matter was brought to his attention by Mr. Gary Hayes who wishes to place a garage on his property but that the Planning Director had denied him a permit due to his interpretation of the ordinance. Councilman Miller stated that he did not agree with Mr. Abraham's.interpretation and asked the City Council to discuss the definition of rear yard once and for all, so as to avoid the necessity of property owners constantly coming before the City Council requesting an appeal from the decision of the Planning Commission and being granted a variance for use of their property. Councilman Graves stated that he agreed with Mr. Miller on staff inter- pretation of the ordinance and stated that all that was needed was over all lot area control and that a portion of the rear area should be allowed to be used as provided in the Code. Mr. Abraham read to the City Council.the section of the Code and zoning ordinance dealing with rear yard area, side yard area, and front yard area and his interpretation of.-these requirements. & also demonstrated for the Council's information how to find minimum yard areas as defined in the Code and interpretated.by him. The City Council and staff discussed the interpretation of the zoning ordinance regarding rear, side and front yard definition and its application to garage, carport and accessary buildings. On motion of Cous ilman Graves, seconded by Councilman-Miller that this matter be referred to the Planning Commission for immediate study and recgmmendations for amendment to the zoning ordinance in regard to rear yard definition.and allowable coverage,of accessary buildings and garages thereon. 19. Mr. Romero, City Engineer brought up the matter, for Council's information, that the Division of Highways had suggested,though not required, that the construction plans show concrete curb and gutter in lieu of-the plant -mix' berm indicated on an undeveloped portion of the Petrick Property along Laruel Lane. Mr. Romero requested permission to change the construction plans to conform to the State's request. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves that change in plans was approved from plant mix berm to concrete curb and gutters. 1 1 20. City Clerk, Fitzpatrick requested permission of the City Council for Mr. Miller and himself to attent the 11th Annual System and Procedures _ Association Meeting in San Francisco on Friday, May 4, 1962. At the meeting ' discussion will be made regarding automation and use of service bureaus for utility billing. Request approved on Motion of Councilwoman McNeil, seconded by Councilman Miller. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller meeting adjourned at 11:15 P.M. Approved thiday o _s 1962 MORS