HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/18/1962CITY COUNCIL "MEETING
June 18, 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., Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P. Davidson
Absent: Donald Q. Miller
City Staff
Present: J. W. Abraham, Building & Planning Director; J: H. Fitzpatrick,
City Clerk; William Houser, City Attorney; R. D. Miller,
Administrative Officer; D. F. Romero, City Engnieer; William
Schofield, Police Chief; Lee Schlobohm,,Fire.Chief; E. P.
Thompson, Water Superintendent.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil the minutes of
the meeting of May 21 were approved. (Correction on page 8. Item 30, "No-
Parking" should be "No- dumping."
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves, claims against the
City for the month of June 1962 were approved subject to the approval of the
Administrative Officer.
1. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer announced the appointment of Ronald
Dean Mc Masters and Robert Leroy Flinn as Police Officers, effective July
1, 1962 at $412 per month.
2. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
Resolution was introduced:
RESOLUTION NO. 955 "Increasing the 1961262 budget. Account number221,
Yoakum Special Assessment District be increased by $19811.82."
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Donald Q. Miller
3. The City Clerk reported on the following bids received for Insurance_Blanket
Bond for the City Employees from July 1, 1962 to June 30, 1963:
1. Robert Neal Insurance $571.02
Aetna Casulity & Surety
2: Calvin L. Truesdale 571.02
Aetna Casualty & Surety
3. Willaim A. Nelson 652.90
Fidelity.& Casualty Co. of New York
4. San Luis Insurance Agency 662.86
United Pacific -Insurance Co.
5. Ralph C. Kennedy 652.90
Fireman's Insurance Co. of Newark,
New Jersey
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6. Tom H. Conklin, Insurance $693.97
Maryland Casualty.Copany I. .
7. Gerald B. Evans "650.78•
Fireman's fund
8. Fred L.. Gist, Insurance 547.63
Great American Insurance Co.
The City Clerk recommended the low bid of Fred Gist.of Great American
Insurance Company for a three year premium at $547.63 be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the low bid
of Great American Insurance Company was accepted.
4. On motion.of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey the following
Ordinance was introduced for final passage:
ORDINANCE N0. 224 "An Ordinance adding Section 5200.6A to the Municipal.Code
providing for rates for additional residential rubbish collection."
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Donald Q. Miller
5. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey the following
Ordinance was introduced for final passage:
ORDINANCE NO. 226 "An ordinance fixing and establishing charges for. the
services and facilities furnished by the City sewage.system and providing
for the collection of such charges.'.'
Finally passed on the following roll call vote
AYES. Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. GraNe s, Jr., Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P..Davidson
NOES: . None
ABSENT: Donald Q. Miller
6. Communication from Mrs. Fern L. Ballard notifying the City Council that.she
is in favor of the`City granting a Cable T.V. franchise for the residents
of the City.
X. Mr.. wood, Attorney appeared before the City Council on behalf of the
application of Johnnie Pollock for certificate of convenience and necessity
to operate a taxi service in the City of San Luis Obispo.
Mr. Wood urged the City Council to grant a certificate to Mr. Pollock as
the present certificate holder was providing inadequate, unsafe and un-
reliable taxi service to the residents of the City, and urged the City Council
to issue the certificate to Mr. Pollock dba Red and White Taxi Company so that
he may immediately make adequate taxi service . available to the people.
Mr. Houser explained to the City Council the provisions of the Municipal
Code for issuing a certificate of convenience and necessity to the new
taxi company. Mr. Houser suggested that the Chief of Police make an
investigation and report his findings to the City Council prior to the
next meeting.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil the Chief
of Police was instructed to proceed with the investigation for granting a
new certificate to allow_an additional taxi service in the City and also to
conduct an investigation of the present operation and make a- report to the
City Council at the next meeting of July 2, 1962.
Y. Communication from Veterans of World War I requesting Council permission to
conduct an entertainment for children in the Veterans Memorial Building,
August 10 in order to raise funds for their organization was approved on
motion of Councilman Graves, - seconded by Councilman Shipsey..
7 -1. Communication from the Chamber of Commerce of San Luis Obispo notifying the
City Council that the Chamber Public Affairs Committee and Retail Merchants
Committee were requesting_the City Council not to grant i franchise for:
Cable T.V. in the City of San Luis Obispo.
Mr. Vaughn Taylor manager of the Fremont.Theatre appeared before the City
Council representing the Chamber of Commerce and urging that the City Council
not grant a franchise for Cable T.V. and then read a report outlining his
reasons for this request.
7 -2. Mr. Ernie Freese appeared before the City Council and reported.to the City
Council what was being done by the Chamber Industrial Committee in attempting
to introduce new industries to the City. Mr. Freese explained that one of
the first projects of this committee was to prepare a complete statistical
report which could be presented to industrial firms making inquiries for
development-in the area.
7 =3. Howard Newby appeared before the City Council to discuss the matter of
recommendation on increasing or decreasing the City tax rate and stated that
he did not believe the Chamber at this time was prepared to recommend on the
City tax rates but if the City Council wished a recommendation, they would
be very happy to study the Cities finances and make such recommendations to
the Council.
8. At this time a Public Hearing on recommendations of the Traffic Committee to
restirct parking on the south side of Peach Street between Johnson and
Pepper Street was held.
City Clerk, J. H. Fitzpatrick reported that property owners on both sides
of Peach Street between Johnson and Pepper'Streets received a notice of the 1
Public Hearing.
Mr. James Greenelsh objected to restricting parking on the entire south
side of Peach Street which would be inconvenient to property owners and
residents of the area but suggested that a red zone be painted opposite
driveways for two car lengths only, which would then allow parking between
the red zones.
Mr. David L.'Ball stated that.he agreed with-the statement of Mr: Greenelsh
which would be much better then red zones the'full length.of Peach Street.
Councilman Graves stated that this matter be referred to the Traffic Committee
to look into the citizens suggestion and report. to.the.City Council at the
July 2, 1962 meeting.
9. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
Ordinance was introduced for final passage:
ORDINANCE N0. 229 "An Ordinance increasing the Speed Limit on a portion of
Lower Higuera Street from 25 miles per hour to 35 miles per hour., and on
another portion-of said street from 25 miler per hour to 40 miles per hour."
Finally passed on the following roll :cali'vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L..Graves,. Jr..,. Gerald.W. Shipsey,
Clay P.' Davidson -
NOES: None
ABSENT: Donald Q. Miller
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10. Request of. Morgan Flagg for. the City to accept off -site improvements in
Tract No. 225 and release of subdivision bond was ordered held over by request
of the City Engineer who stated that the subdivision was not complete.
11. Communication from Ray C. Skinner Company requesting acceptance of Tract
No. 231 was held.over.by request of the City Engineer who stated the
subdivision was not complete.
12. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
Ordinance was introduced:
ORDINANCE N0. 230 "An .ordinance amending portions of Chapter 4, Part i of
the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code, to adjust the water rates."
Passed to print on the following roll call vote:
AYESi Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P.-Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Donald Q. Miller
13. Communication from the Water Superintendent requesting permission of the.City
Council to begin negotiations for acquisition of treatment plant site and
pipeline easement as proposed in Paul Adamson's report dated January, 1962
and also to request a proposal from Paul Adamson to furnish plans, surveys
and construction inspection and supervisions for proposed filtration plant.
Mr. Thompson, Water Superintendent appeared before the City.Council urging
that a competent engineering firm be retained to help complete construction
of the.Water Treatment Plant and also that Paul Adamson be requested to
submit a proposal.
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves,.the City
seek a proposal from Paul'Adamson as requested and also to begin negotiations
for acquisition of the plant site and easement.
14. Mr. Romero, City Engineer presented for the Council's information and approval,
the following gas tax projects:
49 Olive Street, estimate $10,650.
50 Peach Street, estimate $ 7,650.
Mr. Romero stated that these projects would be. furnished with gas tax
funds.and would be presented to the Division of Highways for approval.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil the plans were
approved and the Engineer authorized to advertise for bids subject to
approval of the Division of Highways..
Mr. Romero also presented Plans and Specifications for the Jeffery Drive
Street Improvements, a City project, estimated to cost $13,500.00.
After discussion by the City Council it was moved by Councilman Shipsey,
seconded by Councilman Graves that this item be placed on the July 2 agenda.
15. Mr. Romero, City Engineer presented to the City Council a resolution
authorizing a new budget for expenditures of funds allocated from the State
Highways Fund to the City which would decrease project 48 (Pismo Street) by
$4,786.55 and increased project 49 (Olive Street) by $3,150.00 and project
50 (Peach Street) by $1,636.55.
Resolution introduced on motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman
McNeil.
RESOLUTION NO. 958 "A_ resolution of the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo adopting and'submitting a budget for expenditure of funds
allocated from the state-highway fund to Cities."
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret M. McNeil, R. L. Graves; Jr., Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None -- -
ABSENT: Donald Q. Miller
16. Communication-from Maino Construction Company requesting permission to
build a vault under the sidewalk in front of Masonic Ball building at
859 Marsh Street was discussed by the Council.
Mr. Houser; City Attorney explained to the City-Council possible legal
problems in limiting public use of the area below the sidewalk if in the
future, the street is widened and additional construction would be needed
to protect the vault.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman'Shipsey request--
was granted for.the Maino Construction Company to build a vault under the
sidewalk subject to the conditions of'a Covenant to be prepared the'
City Attorney.
17. Mr. Romero, City Engineer presented for the City Council's consideration,' a
grant deed from Derinis Wheeler for a portion of the new alignment of Bishop
Street and also a deed of easement for drainage through Lot 5, Block 4 of
Goldtree Vineyard Tract:
Mr. Romero explained that the proposal was for a future street in this area
and stated this would be of great help to future growth in the area.
The-City Council discussed the proposal of the City Engineer to develop.
a new alignment for Bishop Street. and the possibility of development of the
street for adjacent property`owners.
Mr. Houser, City Attorney stated that he believed that the -subject property
owner could build a dwelling on this lot only if it faces a paved street and
in this case the property owners is putting in a street improvement z of
Flora Street.
Mr. Abraham, Building & Planning Director stated that he believed that with
the improvement of z of Flora Street a building permit could be issued and
that the City should accept the deed for-that portion of Bishop Street as
proposed.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson that the City
accept giant deed and deed of easement'and the Mayor be authorized to
record the deed on behalf of.the City and that a covenant be entered into
by property owners to run with the land for.installation of curbs,:gutteis
and sidewalks to "be placed at a later date and to be considered within the
50% or greater provisions of the 1911.improvement act. Motion carried.
18. City Engineer, Romero requested that he be permitted to get proposal for
resident engineer's service during the - construction of the sewer plant..
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded_by Councilman Shipsey, the "City .
Engineer was authorized to secure a proposal from a resident. engineer for
service on the -sewer plant.
19A. Communication from the Planning Commission requesting approval of Tract
262, Laguna Park HHomes" No: 7 and communication from Director of Public.
Works regarding special requirements for Tract 262 were held over at "the
request of the City Engineer as the plans had not been finally approved.
20. Petition from the San Luis Obispo School District requesting sidewalks,
curbs and gutters be placed along Slack Street adjacent to the Pacheco
School Property was received,-which with adjacent property owners total
1406 feet, well over 50%.
The City Engineer was requested to send out notices to property owners for
a Public Hearing of July 2 at 8:30 regarding improvements of Slack Street.
At the suggestion of Mr. Romero and on motion.of Councilman Graves, seconded
by Councilwoman McNeil the City would pay for required drainage structures
in Slack Street improvement district.
21. Communication from the San Luis Obispo City Schools notifying the pity Council
that Dr. Albert Clawson and Ray Owens have been appointed as School Board
1 Committee to meet with-the City Council Committee to discuss the matter of
traffic congestion at the corner of Lizzie and Johnson Avenue was referred
to the Traffic Committee.
22. Communication from Teach School P.T.A. requesting the status of the
progress of the foot bridge across the creek on Foothill Boulevard.
After discussion by the City Council it was moved by Councilman Graves,
seconded by Councilman Shipsey that the City Engineer proceed with design
and prepare cost estimates and that a letter be sent to the P.T.A. stating
the design is underway and should be ready for hearing on the first week
of September:.
23. Communication from the E1 Carlos Motel.at.1216 Archer Street requesting a
Motel sign at the corner of Marsh and Archer Street wag referred to the City
Traffic Committee.
24. Communication from the Parade Chairman of the 1962 Homecoming Parade to
be held on October 20, 1962, requesting permission to use the parking lot
behind the City Hall for a disbanding area for the bands participating in
the parade was granted on motion of Councilman Graves.. seconded by Council-
man Shipsey.
259 Communication from Western Plub bang Officials Association announcing a
conference to be in Salt Lake City, Utah, October 22. =26 -and urging
representation by-the City.
Mr. Abraham appeared before the City Council and requested that this be
received and filed as his staff would be too busy to attend the meeting
and also sufficient money was not available in the budget for a trip of
this type.and he only attended meetings that were. held in the State of
California.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil the
communication was received and filed.
The Mayor called a recess at 10:25 and -..the meeting reconvened at 10:40 with
all Councilman butCouncilman Miller present.
26. Copy of Board Order of May 28, 1962, County of San Luis Obispo regarding the
City's letter to the Supervisors regarding the in lieu taxes ordered received
and filed and Board Order regarding Resolution of the City Council urging
legislature to make changes in Sections 188.8 and 188.9 of the street
and Highway Code being received and -filed were ordered received and filed
by the City Council.
27. Copy of Board Order dated June 4, -1962 scheduling a meeting with the City
Council regarding Santa Margarita Lake, as requested by the Council, said
meeting to be held June 20, 1962 was ordered received and filed.
' 28. Communication from Foster and Dleiser notifying the City Council that they
have sold their advertising structure in San Luis Obispo to Purcell, Inc.
was ordered received and filed.
28B. Communication from Purcell Inc. notifying the City Council that the Public
Service -Panel at Monterey and Grand Avenue and the special.poster in the
park in the Mission Gardens will be maintained by the company was ordered.
received and filed.
29. Copy of communication from Public Utilities Commission to the Southern
Pacific Company regarding the improvement of grade seperation at Mill Street
was ordered received and filed.
30. Communication from Central California Register offering the City- - Council the
opportunity to use the Register for advertising was ordered received and
filed.
31. Mayor Davidson - reported to the City Council that at 6:30,. June 28, 1962•
a special committee of the Channel Counties Division of the League of
California Cities will meet at Santa Maria to study.ballot propositions for
the November General elction and that he and the City Attorney were asked
to attend -the meeting and that.if any members of the City Council had any
recommendations on any of these propositions please let them know before the
28 th so they can make their feelings known at the Santa Maria meeting.
32. R. D. Miller. Administrative Officer presented to the City Council a copy.
of communication to the Whale Rock Commission members asking permission to
advertise for bids for chain link fence at the Whale Rock project to include
$2,500 from the 1961 -62 budget.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey the City.:
was authorized to-call for bids for fence at the Whale Rock.Dam.
33. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer presented a letter from the Public
Utilities Commission regarding improving the safety conditions in the
vicinity of crossing No. E•250.5, Foothill Boulevard and the.S. P. main
line in the northern portion of San Luis Obispo and notifying the:City
Council that the P.U.C..staff: does not make engineering studies for-this
type of improvement.
Mr. Miller. Administrative Officer asked permission..to write to Mr...Nelson
at Cal Poly-and ask cooperation in making the necessary study to improve the
Foothill Crossing and financial contribution by .Cal Poly.
34. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer reported as follows regarding the sewer
plant expansion program. "
1. No word has been received from Bank of America on availability of money
to start the program immediately.
2. Communication from Don Nelson from Cal-Poly stating that the College
contribution to the sewer plant program was in the:budget and approved
but in view of the fact that proposition 3 failed in the election, he did
not know when the funds would be available for capital improvements.
3. Communication from John Jenks, Consulting Engineer, notifying the City
Council that he had delivered sewer.plant plans and specifications
to the Public Health Department.
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil the meeting .
adjourned at 11:20 to Tuesday June 19 at 7:30 P.M.
Approved this_day o 1962.
Clerk
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