HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/04/1962REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
September 4, 1962 - 7:30 P.M.
CITY HALL
Invocation was given by Mayor Clay P. Davidson
Roll Call: Present: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
' City Staff Present: J. W. Abraham, Planning & Building Director; J. H. Fitzpatrick,
City, Clerk; William Flory, Park and Recreation.Superintendent;
W. M. Houser, Jr., City Attorney; R. D. Miller, Administrative
Officer; David Romero, City Engineer; William Schofield, Police
Chief;.E. P. Thompson, Water Superintendent.
Minutes of the regular meeting of August 20 were held over to the.next meeting.
On motion _of Councilman.Miller, seconded by Councilwoman.McNeil, claims against the
City for the month of September, 1962, were approved subject to approval of the
Administrative Officer.
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1. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, the following
Resolution was introduced:
RESOLUTION NO. 993 (1962 Series) "A Resolution transferring funds to set up
initial appropriations in Sewer Bond Construction Fund."
Passed and Adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
' NOES: None
ABSENT: None
2. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, announced the appointment of Bert C. Johnson
as Assistant Project Operator at Whale Rock Dam, effective September 1, 1962 at
$350 per month.
3. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
contract payments were ordered paid:
VALLEY PAVING & CONSTRUCTION COMPANY:
San Luis Drive realignment - City Plan No. 10 -62 Est. #3 $541.76
VALLEY PAVING & CONSTRUCTION COMPANY:
San Luis Drive realignment - City Plan No. 10 -62
Est.
#4
(final)
.$1,642.06
Project No. 46 - Orcutt Road
Est.
#2
90.00
Project No. 45 - Laurel Lane
Est.
#2
271.80
GENERAL ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION COMPANY:
Jeffrey Drive - City Plan 18 -62
Est.
#1
$3,944.74
Project X650 --Peach Street - City Plan 14 -62 .
Est.
#1
1,515.60
Project #49 - Olive Street - Santa Rosa to
Lemon - City Plan 14 -62
Est.
#1
2,437.20
FRANK P. DONOVAN:
Yoakum Water Distribution System & Sewage
Collection System - Project 11 -62
Est.
#I.
31,721.40
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following contract payment was held over subject to receipt by the City
of money from the State of California:
W. M. LYLES COMPANY:
Madonna Road Water Line relocation. Est. X63 $4,444.90
4. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, the follow-
ing deeds of easements were.accepted and the-Mayor was authorized to
accept and record the deeds on behalf of the City:
J. & A. Maggetti
G.
W.
& L.
E. Smalley
Donald Q. & Esther T. Miller
H.
L.
& G.
L. McCaw
A. W. & V. B. Tiemann
J.
L.
Roza
A. E. Young
J.
A.
& H.
J. O'Kelley
M. C. Engle
Luther & Estella Bines
Florence H. Norriss
W.
C.
& I.
I. Wyatt
Marie C. Netto
C.
A.
Brown
Arnold A. & Diana M. Volny
Elmer
G. &
Winifred M. Green
5. City Clerk reported on the following bids received for street resurfacing
project, South Higuera Street - Marsh Street southerly to Madonna Road'
City Plan No. 3 -63:
A. J. Diani $7,790.00
P. 0. Box 636
Santa Maria, Calif.
Guido 0. Ferrini 6,155.00
P. 0. Box 558
Santa Maria, Calif.
General Engineering & Construction 7,160.00
2011 McCollum Street
San Luis Obispo, California
Valley Paving & Construction Co. 6,120.00
P. 0. Box 6
Pismo Beach, California
Ted Watkins Construction Co. 6,136.50
P. 0. Box 453
San Luis Obispo, California
Madonna Construction Co. 6,540.00
P. 0. Box 910
San Luis Obispo, California
Walter Brothers Construction 6,537.50
P. 0. Box 809 •
San Luis Obispo, California
Mr. Romero, City Engineer, recommended that the low bid of Valley Paving
and Construction Company be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, the low bid
of Valley Paving and Construction Company was accepted.
6. City Clerk reported the following bids received for purchase of a gasoline
powered motor boat for Whale Rock Dam:
R. & L. Boat Den, Inc. $4,587.00
251 Higuera Street
San Luis Obispo, California
Mallery's Marine 5,364.86
261 Main Street
Morro Bay, California
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, recommended that the low bid of R. & L.
Boat Den be accepted.
September 4, 1962
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller, the low bid of
R. & L. Boat Den was accepted.
7. Communication from Central Church of Christ, 3172 Johnson Avenue, appealing the
decision of the Planning Commission in.denying them extension of time for one (1)
year in which to install curbs, gutters and sidewalks on church property. Also
the church appeal for re- evaluation of property taken to widen Johnson Avenue
for installation of curbs, gutters and sidewalks for removal of earth and re-
adjust the water assessment for their property.
1 City Council discussed the appeal of the Church of Christ and a possible solution
to equitably solve the street widening and water extension problem. The Council
also discussed the matter of whether the City should pay for costs of removal of
dirt in the new street right -of -way or whether the property owners would pay for
them. d
City Council discussed the matter of posting a bond or letter of credit to cover
street improvements so that the Church can occupy the-building until final de-
cision is made by the City.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller that this matter be
presented at the September 17 agenda for Council consideration and that a copy of
the communication and appeal of the Church of Christ be mailed to the Council prior
to this meeting.
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller that temporary
occupancy be granted to the Church of Christ subject to posting with the City of
a $1,000 cash bond or a letter of credit for street improvement, subject to final
determination by the City Council. Motion carried.
8. Appeal of Carlos Moerman of 2424 Augusta Street of a•recent decision by the
Planning Commission in denying a variance to allow the erection of an accessory
building to house swimming pool equipment.
' On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the public hearing
was set for 8:30 P.M., September 17, 1962.
9. Communication from Ernest Dalidio requesting a 90 day extension of his lease on
a piece of property adjacent to Laguna Lake.
City Council discussed the request of Mr. Dalidio and on motion of Councilman
Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves that the City advertise for a public
auction for lease of the Laguna property for a period of 90 days from November
15, 1962 to February 14, 1963, minimum bid of $90.00 per month, excluding accessory
roads. Motion carried.
17. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the appeal of Stanley V. Cole
from a decision of the Planning Commission in denying his request for rezoning from
R -2 to C -1 of that property located at the corner of Hathway, Stafford and
California Boulevard.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
Mr. Cole appeared before the City Council on behalf of his request for rezoning
of his property for use as a service station as he believes there is a definite
need for a service station in this area, and:he would improve the property whidi
would be an asset to the community.
Peter Rardel, attorney, appeared before the City Council on behalf of Mr. Cole and
presented a fact sheet in support of the rezoning which included statistical records
on the growth of Cal Poly, development of this particular area and the number of
people in this area that would be served by this service station and convenience
center.
Mr. Rardel explained to the Council that there is a need in this area for a service
station and that his studies showed that if a service station were placed in that
area it would relieve the traffic problem that presently exists in this area, and it
would be convenient for residents as it would be the only service station in this
area east of the railroad track and that they would design a well operated service
station which would be a definite asset to the area and help to the nedghorhood.
He stated that this service station would be a neighborhood service facility to
serve people east of the railroad tracks and the staff and students of the college.
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Further, he believed this would not bring additional traffic as the patrons
would be people presently using the street. Mr. Kardel also presented
sketches to the Council showing the present use of the property and the
location of the proposed service station and stated that he believed this
service station would be an asset to the community and would ease traffic
problems at this corner. Further, the design of the service station would
be planned to blend into the area, and all the work done would be done under
cover and residential property would be protected by screening.
Mr. Cole again appeared before the City Council presenting a map showing
the shopping centers as presented for the general plan and stated that this
area.east of the railroad was included in the district 3 shopping center
and that he believed it should be excluded from district 3 shopping center
and included in district 2 as it was more compatible with that side of the
railroad tracks or, for that matter, should be made into a shopping center
of its own, as it does not seem fair that all people of this area have to go
to College Square shopping center across the railrad tracks for their con-
venience shopping.
John Jakes, 1368 Stafford Street, appeared before the City Council stating
that he objected to the rezoning and urged that the Council follow the lead
and recommendation of the Planning Commission.
Mrs. Cook, 1361 Stafford, stated that she objected to the rezoning and urged
that no change be made to spoil.the residential character of the neighborhood.
Mrs. Pruitt, 520 Kentucky, stated that she objected to the requested rezoning
and that while she was not against progres ;, she did not agree that a service
station would be an asset to the residential neighborhood due to the increased
traffic which would be generated and the present speed on California Blvd.,
would be increased.
Mrs. Stellers of Fredericks Street objected to the rezoning and stated that
if one person were allowed commercial use, why not allow it to any owner in
the area who wished to speculate with his property.
Mrs. Marques, 1239 Stafford Street, stated that it would be no problem for the
residents of this area to shop at College Square as she understood that new
guard arms and crossing signals are being placed at Foothill crossing and it
will make it easy and safe for pedestrians to cross; further, she believes
there are too many service stations in the City anyway.
Mrs.Dixon, 1254 Stafford Street, stated that she likes the residential char-
acter of the neighborhood and this is the reason she lives in this area and
did not want a service station in this area as she believes it is .detrimental
to residents in this area.
Mrs. Anderson, 1320 Taft Street, objected to the rezoning and-particulary
to the service station in this residential area. -
Mr. J. Jones, 575 Stafford Street, stated that he believed this service station
and rezoning was a step-in the right direction and would be a convenience to
residents in the area and to the staff and students of Cal Poly. Also, he
believed that the service station in this area would be good for future
development as it would complete the present C -1 area in the neighborhood.
He further believed that the City Council should consider the present and
future and not look into the past as.requested by some of the residents in the
area; further, that a service station would add increased value to the assess-
ment roll which would help taxpayers in the City.
Mr. Kardel again appeared before the City Council and asked that the Council
consider the appeal of Mr. Cole on the basis of facts presented at this
meeting which were not presented to the Planning Commission and further, the
City Council should decide this matter on the basis of need and necessity
and whether this rezoning was good for the City as a whole and this area
in particular.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
Councilman Miller read the following statement:
September 4, 1962
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"After careful - consideration of this proposed rezoing I have concluded the request
should be granted. My reasons are:
1. The district to be served does not have
area. The commission claims this area is a
hood Shopping District. It is, because the
ment northwest of the railroad has no shopp
recognizes a neighborhood business district
particular area.
a service station within the
part of the Foothill Neighbor -
extensive residential develop-
ing area. The General Plan
would be desirable for this
2. The majority of the people I talked to opposed a service station.
' When asked if they felt the grocery store was undesirable they felt it was
not. They viewed the market as a neighborhood use - -- they are right. The
service station they felt was not a neighborhood convenience. I consider
the service station a neighborhood use.
3. The area is zoned R -2. There are duplex apartments in the area mixed
in with single family residences. The area in the vicinity of the proposed
zoning changes appears to be shifting to rental and apartment house use.
Interestingly, the renters that I interviewed did not oppose a service
station.
4. Traffic was the objection that came up most often. People felt the
service station would cause a traffic problem. Here I agree with the
commission. The problem of traffic is an enforcement problem and not
zoning. Actually the visibility would be improved at the corner if a
service station were built.
S. A service station would be, in my opinion, an improvement in viewing
the property as it now is, especially the parcel with the run down building.
6. The fear of some of the adjacent property owners that if this zoning
were granted this would open the way for future spread of C -1 zoning. There
is no merit in this reasoning. However, should this Council turn down this
rezoning request, what assurance do we have that a future council may change
the zoning. If the zoning is changed there is no guarantee that future
changes will not be granted.
"Therefore, in conclusion, I believe the area would be enhanced with a change in
the zoning."
Councilwoman McNeil stated that she was not in favor of this rezoning due primarily
to the present speed and traffic on California Boulevard.
Councilman Shipsev stated that the City Council should decide if a service station
was needed or necessary in this area and further, that he objected to the rezoning
as no need was shown.
Councilman Graves stated that he objected to rezoning,as this service station
would be pulling in more traffic to the station on circuitous routes which would
add to the already over- crowded street.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsev, the City Council
denied the appeal of Stanley Cole and upheld the action of the City Planning
Commission.
Denied on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Gerald W. Shipsey,
Clay P. Davidson
NOES: Donald Q. Miller
ABSENT: None
18. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the appeal of Philip and
Alex Guaglino from a decision of the Planning Commission in denying the business
of printing within the C -1 classification.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
Alex Quaglino appeared before the City Council on behalf of his request to allow
printing in the C -1 classification. He then listed uses allowed in the C -1
classification and that the City Council allow a printing plant on this property
on Broad Street.
Mr. Quaglino then listed for Council information other non C -1 uses in the
immediate area such as warehouses, soft water services, manufacturing,
blacksmith shops, etc.
He also stated that he and his brother had polled the neighborhood and not
one person objected to the business of printing in this location. He then
presented a petition signed by 60 persons which stated as follows:
"We the undersigned are not opposed to having a printing establishment
located at 2101 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo."
City Council discussed the request of Mr. Quaglino for the use of property
for a printing plant.
City Attorney Houser explained to the Council the means to allow or not"
allow printing in the C -1 classification, including conditions to be con-
sidered if use permit is required.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
Councilman Miller presented the following statement to the Council:
"In the Planning Commissinn's denial of the Quaglino request the-Commission
submitted four reasons for their decision:
a. No proof of "Public necessity, convenience and the-promotion of
the general welfare."
b. Sufficient land area designated C -2 and C -3 within the City.
c. General Plan proposes area in question develop as a neighborhood
convenience center.
d. C -1 uses be restricted to those businesses suited for neighbor-
hood needs.
"These reasons are valid in theory, assuming from the outset the City had
developed from its beginning under a pre - determined land use plan. This
would be ideal, but the ideal goals we set must often be tempered with
practicality.
"If we were (our town) indowed with neighborhood convenience shopping centers
correctly located, I would agree with the Commission. When theory and reality
meet head on, I feel the Council has no choice but to accept reality.
"Land use planning as we have today is new to our City. Past Councils did
not have the benefit of a general plan. Their approach was often empirical.
What resulted was neighborhood grocery stores scattered throughout the older
residential areas. With the growth of super- markets these "mom and pop"
enterprises diminished. This economic chang is probably one factor in the
Quaglino problem.
"In my judgment there is another cause: many neighborhood businesses prefer
"clustering" with other enterprises in convenience shopping areas.
"The sum of these tw6 economic changes has created for the property owners
of isolated store buildings the problem of finding a tenant. The Quaglino
appeal is a case in point.
"In this case a local printing firm wants to lease the building. The zone is
C -1, there is no provision for printing establishments in this zone. Mr.
Quaglino has requested the Zoning Ordinance be amended to allow printing in
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a C -1 zone. The Planning Commission denied his request.
"I do not agree with the Planning Commission. The Commission claims there is
no "public necessity ". There is two reasons: first: it is the role of a
community to help, not hinder, a citizen who, through no fault of his own, is
faced with economic changes creating a situation whereby his property is no
longer marketable for the intended use. I do not mean thmowing all zoning
to the wind. As in this case, if a suitable business can utilize the property
without creating neighborhood deterioration, then I think it reasonable to
allow the change.
September 4, 1962
"Second: Printing is not a central business district enterprise. This the
Commission concedes. Nor is printing an undesirable business int he sense of
noise, odor, etc. Printing is a low profit margin operation. This economic
fact of life is another reason printers are moving out of the'high rent cen-
tral business district.
"Printing, I agree, is not a neighborhood business. However, in situations such
as we-are considering in this appeal, the control of printing establishments
in C -1 can be achieved by the requirement of a use permit.
' "My recommendation to the Council is to amend our zoning ordinance to allow
printing businesses in a C -1 zone with a use permit. I so move."
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, that the zoning
ordinance be amended to allow printing businesses in the C -1 zone with a use
permit and the City Attorney prepare conditions for the use permit for Council
consideration at the September 17 meeting.
Approved on the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Donald Q. Miller, Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr.
ABSENT: None
19. At this time the City Council considered final passage of Ordinance No. 237.
"An Ordinance amending Zoning Map and Fire Zone Map on property fronting on
Foothill Boulevard." (Martin Polin)
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
Martin Polin appeared before the City Council and stated that this rezoning was
primarily consolidation of C -1 into one parcel rather than scattered parcels.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, the Ordinance
was finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES:. Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None.
Mayor Davidson called a recess at 10:20 P.M. and the meeting re- convened at 10:30
with all Councilmen present.
10. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, the following
Ordinance was introduced for final passage:
ORDINANCE NO. 235 (1962 Series) "An Ordinance levying a tax for the current fiscal
year 1962 -63 upon all taxable property within the City of San Luis Obispo, and
fixing the rate of such tax."
Finally passed.on the following roll call vote:
1 AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller-,.
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
11. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the following
Ordinance was introduced for final passage:
ORDINANCE NO. 233 (1962 Series) "An Ordinance amending Section 6240.5 of the San
Luis Obispo Municipal Code, providing for authorizing taxi cab permits." .
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
12. Final adoption of Ordinance No. 236 was held over to the September 17 meet-
ing, as it had not been published.
13. At this time the City Council considered appointment of Park and Recreation 1
Commissioner to replace and fill the unexpired term of Beverly Phillips,
resigned.
Mayor Davidson nominated Joyce Carscaden to complete the unexpired term of
Beverly Phillips, to July 30, 1965.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Miller, the nomination
of Mrs. Carscaden was approved. Motion carried.
14. Communication from the Senate Fact Finding Committee on Public Health and
Safety regarding a public hearing to be held in Al Tahoe, California, on
September 18 on the recreational.use of domestic water supplies. Communi-
cation ordered received and filed.
15. Communication from the Senate Fact Finding Committee on Public Health and
Safety regarding a public hearing to be held in Al Tahoe, California, on
September 17 on the testimony on Senate Bill 60 of the 1961 Regular Session,
relating to State subventions for local health departments was ordered re-
ceived and filed and City Attorney Houser was instructed to review the pro-
visions of Senate Bill No. 60 and 1062 to see if they apply to the City of
San Luis Obispo in any way.
16. At this time, W. C. Morris, Superintendent from the SP Company, appeared
before the City Council regarding the request of the City to repair the
wooden bridge over the railroad tracks at Mill Street, Crossing E- 251.2A.
Mr. Morris stated that the SP Company would replace the wooden structure
at Mill Street with steel and concrete structures which would eliminate much
of the noise if the City Council would consider elimination of the Phillips
Street overcrossing and that, while.he could not guarantee this improvement,
he was sure that with the elimination of Phillips Bridge, his company would
be able to assign sufficient funds to replace and maintain the Mill Street
crossing.
City Council discussed the proposal as presented by Mr. Morris and also the
conditions under which the SP company would replace this bridge on Mill St.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, suggested that before the City.Council
decided on abandonment, that a public hearing should be held to give resi-
dents of this area an opportunity to be heard.
Mayor Davidson stated that he made an investigation of this problem and
that to his surprise a great number of persons use the Phillips Street
crossing each day. -
After discussion by the Council, it was suggested that the SP Company bring
in a firm proposal for consideration by the City Council.
20.. Mr. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the Council's information the plan '
for landscaping the City Hall parking lot and Library property and that the
improvement would cost approximately $1,666.00. Mr. Romero was instructed to
proceed with the improvement. Council Order No. 101.
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
Resolution was introduced:
RESOLUTION NO. 994 (1962 Series) "A Resolution increasing the 1962 -63 Budget."
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
September 4, 1962
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
21. Mr. Romero, City Engineer, presented for Council consideration, plans for in-
stallation of a pedestrian foot - bridge on the bridge over Stenner Creek and
Foothill Boulevard.
Mr. Romero stated that the cost would be approximately $1,113.00 for material and
$1,000.00 labor if done by the City, or $1,800.00 if done by a contractor.
Mayor Davidson suggested that the outside edge of the foot - bridge have a chain
link fence in lieu of the wood rail to relieve any possible accident with children
falling through the railing.
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that funds be
appropriated for construction of the foot - bridge on Foothill Boulevard to include
4 feet of chain link fence outside edge and authority be given to advertise for
bids. Council Order No. 103.
22. Communication from California Highway Patrol stating that they are interested in
acquiring from the City for possible construction of a patrol office the former
Armory Site located on California Boulevard.'
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, stated that he had requested to various
department heads to prepare a report on the request of the Highway Patrol, to be
presented at the September 17 meeting.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, request was referred
to the Planning Commission for their comments.
' 23. Traffic Committee report of August 22, 1962.
62 -9 -1C. The Traffic Committee has reviewed the request of Mort's Cigar Store for
parking restrictions in the vicinity of Higuera and Toro Streets and recommends
the following: the two (2) spaces in front of the cigar store on the north side
of Highera east of Toro Street and the first driveway ramp be designated as Yellow -
Truck Loading Zone, 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., and Toro Street between Higuera and
Monterey be designated as two -hour parking 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. and No Parking
3:00 A.M. to 5:00 A.M., Sundays and Holidays excepted. The latter recommendation
should also take care of Al's Record Den, who requested parking restrictions on
Toro Street.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, Resolution No. 995,
1962 Series,was introduced:
"A Resdution establishing parking restrictions on Hig uera'and Toro Streets."
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr.,Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, C1ay'P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
' 62 -9 -2C. The Traffic Committee has reviewed the suggestion of the Mayor that
parking be eliminated on both sides of Higuera between Marsh and Madonna Road
during pea( hours, and feels that this could not be justified at this time, or in
the near future, even with the opening of the Madonna Road overpass. If congestion
increases, we will-be happy to review this and make appropriate recommendations.
Referred to the Traffic Committee for further study on proposed congestion.
62 -9 -3C. On the suggestion of the Mayor that meters on Pacific Street be-
tween Morro and Garden be changed to all day meters, the Traffic Committee
is checking with the City Attorney on the legality "of such a change. We
are also weighing the financial aspects, since new meters would have to be
purchased for this purpose or major changes made in existing meters, involv-
ing considerable expense.
Ordered held over.
62 -9 -4T. The Traffic Committee has noted two obstructions to visibility and
if the Council has no objection, the Public Works Department will take steps
to improve the conditions. They are at the southwest corner of Murray and
Santa Rosa and the southeast corner of Islay and Beach.
No objection by the City Council. Public Works Department was ordered to
proceed.
62 -9 -5C. This is a follow up on a previous'recommendation which was referred
back to the Traffic Committee at our request regarding a proposed directional
motel sign at Fig Street pointing to the Homestead Motel. After careful
study and evaluation of the City's previous policy, the Traffic Committee
feels that directional signs of this nature should not be posted for an
individual motel but should be for the convenience and benefit of the motor-
ing public in relation to at least two motels.
Ordered received and filed.
62 -9 -6C. On the suggestion of the Mayor that a two hour parking limit zone
be installed on Pacific Street between Santa Rosa and Osos, we find that this
is predominantly residential at the present time but will be happy to re-
consider such a restriction if and when the area converts to a predominantly
professional office or commercial use.
Mayor Davidson presented a petition signed by 30 residents and property
owners requesting restricted parking on PacificStreet between Santa Rosa and
Osos. '
Referred back to the Traffic Committee.
62 =9 -7T. The Traffic Committee has noted an obstruction to traffic flow at
the southwest corner of Higuera and Morro Streets for west bound motorists
on Higuera turning left onto Morro and recommends that the first'12 minute
parking meter space on the west side of Morro extending in a southerly
direction from Higuera be eliminated and replaced "with red zone and the next
space to the south be changed from a two hour meter to a 12 minute meter.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
Resolution was introduced:
RESOLUTION NO. 996 (1962 Series) "A Resolution establishing parking re-
strictions On Morro Street."
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil.' R.' L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q: Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None '
Traffic Committee report of September 4, 1962.
62 -9 -8C. As a result of several discussions with a committee from the school
board regarding congested traffic conditions at Lizzie and Johnson, the school
system is considering certain improvements on the junior high-school campus.
The Traffic Committee felt that the City should also take what steps it could
to alleviate the present conditions. It is therefore recommended that a re-
stricted parking zone be established on the west side of Johnson extending in
a northerly direction from the mid -point of the Lizzie Street intersection 130
feet and in a southerly direction 120 feet, with signs to read substantially
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as follows: "No Parking 7:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.,•Monday through Friday." It is
also recommended that such a zone be established for approximately 90 feet north
of Lizzie on the east side of Johnson and a white bus loading zone installed south
of Lizzie on the east side of Johnson for approximately 25 feet. It is felt that
these engineering improvements will help substantially in smoothing traffic flows
at the Lizzie - Johnson intersection.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
Resolution was introduced:
1 RESOLUTION NO. 997 (1962 Series) "A Resolution establishing parking restrictions
on Johnson Avenue."
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Gerald
W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
62 -9 -9T. The Traffic Committee feels that a stop sign should be installed on
McCollum at Grand stopping east bound traffic on McCollum. This would complete
the existing pattern on Grand Avenue protecting that thoroughfare.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, the following
Resolution was introduced:
RESOLUTION NO. 998 (1962 Series) "A Resolution establishing a stop sign on
McCollum at Grand Avenue."
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
62- 9 -10T. After careful study, the Traffic Committee feels that it would be an
improvement to eliminate the crosswalk on Slack Street between Grand and Motley
and encourage children to use the new sidewalk on the south side-of Slack.
Approved on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Shipsey.
62- 9 -11T. The Traffic Committee has noted an obstruction to visibility on the
westerly corner of Buchon and Osos, and if the Council has no'bbjection, the
Engineering Department will take steps to remedy the situation.
No objection by the City Council.
62- 9 -12C. On the suggestion that the City acquire property to provide metered off -
street parking for County employees in the vicinity of the proposed court house
annex, the Traffic Committee strongly recommends against such a move. We feel
that the City's primary responsibility in the off - street parking program is one of
regulation rather than of revenue and also that first attention should be given to
the provision of on and off - street parking for shoppers. If these needs are com-
pletely taken care of, then only should the City be concerned with providing off -
street parking for employees. Even in such a case, the Committee feels that such
parking should be made available for employees in general and not primarily for
employees of a specific business or institution.
City Council discussed provisions for employee parking to serve the business dis-
trict and also additional off - street parking for the downtown area.
Mayor Davidson urged the City Council to consider acquisition of additional off -
street parking facilities in the downtown area.
After discussion by the City Council the Mayor was authorized to appoint a
Citizen's Committee to investigate additional off - street parking facilities for
the City.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, the City Clerk
was requested to prepare an evaluation report for vacant property in the area
to the City Council for off - street parking.
24. Letter from Senator Vernon Sturgeon to Dean Harold Wilson of Cal Poly re-
viewing status of Cal Poly's participation in the sewage plant program.
Communication received and filed.
On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves, the City
Attorney was requested to prepare an agreement with Cal Poly regarding
participation by the college in the Sewage Plant construction. Council
Order No. 102.
25. Letter from the Public Health Service approving addendum No. 1, Sewage
Treatment Plant Enlargement, was ordered received and filed.
26. Eetter from the Public Health Service submitting modification to the wage
determination for the Sewage Treatment Plant enlargement; ordered received
and filed.
27. On motion of Councilman Shipsey, seconded by Councilman Graves, the follow-
ing Resolution was introduced:
RESOLUTION NO. 992 (1962 Series) "A Resolution modifying prevailing wage
schedules."
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
28. City Clerk reported on the following bids received.for construction of the
sewage treatment plant enlargement:
Fontana Steel Construction Division $897,788.00
2121 Curry Street
Long Beach, California
North Bay Construction Company 864,000.00
P. 0. Box 397
Santa Rosa, California
Maino Construction Company 949,900.00
2238 South Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, California
Granite Construction Company 949,630.00
P. 0. Box 900
Watsonville, California
C. Norman Peterson Company 875,450.00
2830 Ninth Street
Berkeley 2, California
Mr. Romero, City. Engineer, recommended that the low bid of North Bay
Construction Company of Santa Rosa be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the low bid
of North Bay Construction Company be accepted subject to a letter from the
low bidder that he agrees to comply with the wage determination as re-
quested by the Department of Labor and Resolution No. 992 of the City of San
Luis.Obispo. Motion carried.
29. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, the following
Resolution was introduced:
"A Resolution calling for bids on improvement bonds - Yoakum Tract, etal."
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Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
30. Communication from San LuisObispo City Schools forwarding to the City an agreement
regarding transfer of property along San Luis Drive; held over to the meeting of
September 17.
31. Communication from R. D: Miller stating that the City received an offer from the
Park -O -Meter Company to supply the City with 30 parking meters which had been
used for one month on a test basis and were not purchased by the City of Watson-
ville due to lack of funds. These meters were offered to the City at $40.00 per
meter which was the same as paid for test meters in San Luis Obispo.
R. D. Miller continued that upon.receipt of this proposal, he contacted Duncan -
Miller Company, notifying them of Park -O- Meter's proposal and that they stated they
could furnish 30 to 50 Duncan - Miller meters, Model 60, for.the same price. He
stated that there was enough money in the budget to purchase 115 parking meters in
the 1962 -63 fiscal year but would be possible to purchase 144 meters at the lower
prices and recommended that the City Council purchase parking meters from both
companies at the quoted prices. Mr. Romero pointed out that he did not feel that
both makes of meter were comparable in quality.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey, that the City
purchase 48 Duncan - Miller meters and 30 Park -O- Meters. Motion carried.
32. R.D. Miller, Administrative Officer, brought to the Council's attention the fact
that the City has not received the 1961 -62 audit report and that the audit report
was necessary in order to prepare reports to the State Controller, to file with
Moody's Investment Service and other necessary filings, in addition to completing
' the official budget. He recommended that the Mayor be authorized to write a letter
to the independent auditors to inquire when the audit report could be expected by
the City.
Mr. Miller also reported that in the past 10 years the reports had been presented
to the City long before this date.
The Mayor was authorized by the City Council to write Hutcheson, Horn, Johnson &
Hey to inquire when the audit report could be expected.
33. The following Resolution received from the Planning Commission regarding the abandon•
ment of a portion of Palm Street, was read:
RESOLUTION NO. 135 -62 "Planning Commission recommendation on the abandonment of a
portion of Palm Street."
WHEREAS, the City Council has referred a request for the abandonment of a
portion of Palm Street to the Planning Commission for consideration; and
WHEREAS, the Commission has considered said request for abandonment with
recommendations from the various City staff members;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of
San Luis Obispo finds that some portions of Palm Street between Monterey and Grand
Avenue could serve no particular useful purpose with regard to traffic movement
and recommends that the City Council consider abandoning a portion of said street
in accordance with the map attached, entitled Supplement A.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Commission recommends that any abandonment
be subject to the following conditions:
1. That there be an exchange of land considered so that this City may acquire
that portion of private property necessary for the widening of Monterey
Street in the location of the Ranchotel.
2. That the City reserve the right to determine the ingress and egress
to the Ranchotel property with regard to both Grand Avenue and
Monterey Street.
3. That all utilities lying within the abandoned area, as well as the
curb, gutter and sidewalks, shall be moved to the satisfaction of
the utility company or the City at the expense of the developer of
the property.
Mr. Romero presented sketches of the Planning Commissions, showing the area
recommended for abansonment. He pointed out that the proposed abandonment
would still leave proper'-..width for a "worst case" situation of widening on. I
Monterey Street.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Shipsey,-the Reso-
lution of Intention to abandon a portion of Palm Street was passed and
adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,
Gerald W. Shipsey, Clay P. Davidson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
34. Communication from Alvin Sohn of Red King Homes requesting payment for in-
stallation of the 12" cast iron water line running from Sydney Street and
Flora to Tract 166 and Laurel Lane.
.Mr. Romero explained that Council action in June of 1960 had determined that
the City would pay for the difference between an eight inch and a twelve
inch line for the entire frontage; would pay full cost for a "normal-resi-
dential frontage" for those properties already served, but would not pay for
properties served by the Alrita pressure system, on the theory that these
properties were already adequately served and would not benefit by Mr.
Sohn's installation.
Mr. Sohn pointed out that those properties on the Alrita pressure system were
not adequately served, and that the City would undoubtedly wish to connect
some of these properties into the twelve inch line being installed to serve
Royal Heights. In this event, it was Mr. Sohn's opinion that he should be
reimbursed in accordance with the ordinance.
After discussion by the City Council, the matter was referred to the City
Attorney for investigation and report relative to the request of Red King
Homes.
35. Communication from Max A. Bakke, requesting that the properties of Handy's
Grocery, Manuel Chavis' lot and Max A. Bakke's rentals be annexed to the
City.
City Council discussed this request and decided it would be impossible to annex
this area and the City Attorney was requested to notify Mr. Bakke regarding
this proposal as it would leave a section of unannexed property between the
City and this annexation.
36. Communication from Russell S. James regarding the removal of street trees.
He stated that these trees should not have been removed as they were neither
diseased or cracking the sidewalk and requested that the City have the pro-
perty owner replace these trees or the City replace the trees and charge the
property owners. 1
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the City
Attorney was requested to contact the property owner and have-the trees re-
placed in accordance with the City ordinance.
37. Copy of letter from Julian A. McPhee, President of Cal Poly to Dr. Dumke,
Chancellor of California State Colleges, regarding participation of the
State in the City of San Luis Obispo water filtration plant with particular
reference to the site on Cal Poly property; ordered received and filed.
September 4, 1962