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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/01/196350 REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL July 1, 1963 - 7:30 P. M. CITY HALL Invocation was given by Mayor Clay P. Davidson. Roll Call Present: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil, I Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel City Staff Present; P. Chapman, Director of Planning & Building; J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; i-T. Flory, Superintendent of Parks and Recreation; W. M. Houser, City Attorney; R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer; D. F. Romero, City Engineer;;L. Schlobohm, Fire Chief; W. Schofield, Police Chief. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller,athe City Council minutes of May 28, June 3, 6, 7, 10 and 12, 1963, were approved as read. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City Council minutes of June 17, 1963, were approved as corrected. They were approved as follows: ITEM 19, PAGE 11 Should read: "Motion carried on the following vote:" instead of "Motion carried on the following roll call vote:" ITEM 36, PAGE 12 Should read: "On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the City was authorized to advertise for replacementaf four (4) police cars as approved on the 1963 -64 budget." On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, claims against. the City for the month of July, 1963, were approved subject to the approval of the Administrative Officer. -------------------------------------------- 1. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, Reppert as Fireman, effective July 1, 1a. R: D. Miller, Administrative Officer, G. Barrios as Groundskeeper in the Pa at $350 per month. -------------------------------------- i announced the appointment of Richard 1963, at $435 per month. announced the appointment of Richard rk Department, effective July 1, 1963, 2. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the following contract payments were approved and ordered paid: Mir aflores Construction Company, Inc. Est. #1 $32,465.16 North Bay Constuuction Company Est. #10 $48,216.00 3. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on the following bids received for furnishing motor vehicles to the City as per advertised specifications: Stanley V. Cole (Dodge Police Pursuit Models) Item Ykl $2,430.11 Less trade in 680.11 Net $1,750.00 Bid price Item #2 $2,430.11 Less trade in 680.11 Net $1,750.00 Bid price Item #3 $2,430.11 Less trade in 680.11 Net $1,750.00 Bid price Item #4 $2,430.11 Less trade in 680.11 Net $1,750.00 Deviations We are unable to provide 1963 models at this late date. Models bid will be 1964 models police pursuit. Exceptions: R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, recommended that the low bid of Stanley V. Cole for Dodge automobiles be accepted. 1 On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the low bid of Stanley V. Cole was accepted. 4. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on the following bids received for widening and reconstruction of Foothill Boulevard from Stenner Creek to California Boulevard: Ted Watkins Construction Company $18,813.30 Madonna Construction Company $222703.40. C. S. Construction Company $18,552.25 -R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, urged that.the.City Council not award the low bid until all property for the street widening has been acquired. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the matter was held over for further consideration by the Council and upon report by the City Engineer that the property has been acquired. 5. At this time the City Council considered a proposal from the Economic Development Committee for financial cooperation from the City for the preparation of the re- ports necessary for the economic development of the City. The Chamber of Commerce is to place $7,000 at.the disposal of the Economic Development Committee and the City will also contribute $7,000 for the first year's operation of the Economic Development Committee. On motion of Councilman-Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the City Council adopt the proposal and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement. 6. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on Resolution No._1142, a resolu- tion of intention to abandon a portion of Church Street. Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open. The City Engineer explained the abandonment and the area involved in the abandonment. 1. No oil bath air cleaner. Will be dry type . 2. Delivery date approximately November 1, 1963. Hysen- Johnson Ford Company ' Bid price Item #1 $2,361.40 Less trade in 587.50 Net $1,773.90 Bid price Item #2 $2,361.40 Less trade in 587.50 Net. $12773.90 Bid price Item •#3 $23361.40 CC Less trade in 587.50 C Net $1,773.90 Bid price Item A $2,361.40 Less trade in 587.50 Net $1,773.90 Deviations Delivery date not guaranteed. Price quoted firm on 1964 models in event deliver of 1963 models cannot be made. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, recommended that the low bid of Stanley V. Cole for Dodge automobiles be accepted. 1 On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the low bid of Stanley V. Cole was accepted. 4. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on the following bids received for widening and reconstruction of Foothill Boulevard from Stenner Creek to California Boulevard: Ted Watkins Construction Company $18,813.30 Madonna Construction Company $222703.40. C. S. Construction Company $18,552.25 -R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, urged that.the.City Council not award the low bid until all property for the street widening has been acquired. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the matter was held over for further consideration by the Council and upon report by the City Engineer that the property has been acquired. 5. At this time the City Council considered a proposal from the Economic Development Committee for financial cooperation from the City for the preparation of the re- ports necessary for the economic development of the City. The Chamber of Commerce is to place $7,000 at.the disposal of the Economic Development Committee and the City will also contribute $7,000 for the first year's operation of the Economic Development Committee. On motion of Councilman-Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the City Council adopt the proposal and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement. 6. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on Resolution No._1142, a resolu- tion of intention to abandon a portion of Church Street. Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open. The City Engineer explained the abandonment and the area involved in the abandonment. Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the City Council's finding was that-the street was not needed for future street de- velopment-is hereby abandoned from the City's street system, reserving the easement set forth in the resolution. 21. Councilman Miller suggested that the City ;undertake the operation of a bus system for the City of San Luis Obispo and-increase the City's tax rate by 5C in order to subsidize.the bus system. Further, that the City; at the next available election, should put the issue of the bus system to a vote of people with the full knowledge that the tax rate increase will be inevitable as the bus operation will have to be sibsidized by the tax payers. Mayor-Davidson stated that he believed that the bus system could be put into - operation without increasing the taxes and further, that a $15,000 subsidiza- tion for:-.bus:operation could be well taken care of within the present City finances. R. D. Miller, stated that the report indicated that approximately $50,000 would-be equired the first year to buy the equipment and subsidize the first- year's operation. Mrs. Florence Griswald, 649 Church Street, stated that she would not use the us service herself, ut,t oug t that a City of this size should have a bus system or streetcar line. Mr. E. Graves objected to the City Council granting a subsidization to the Economic Development Committee as he believed that this money could be better used in furnishing transportation to the people of the community. Further, he objected to the City Council spending tax payer's money in giving money to the Chamber of Commerce for their day to.day operation as this should be paid for the merchants who derive the most benefits from the Chamber operation. He also opposed the gift of $7,000 to the Economic Development Committee for work covered in a contract that has not yet been written. Mayor Davidson stated that he believed that the City could and should sub- sidize a us system for the City and.further, he.believed that the.Chamber of Commerce was doing a necessary job for the proper growth and development of the City. He also believed that the Economic Development Committee was a necessity for the controlled growth and future development of the City.and the surrounding area to increase the economy of the area and of its citizens. Councilman Miller stated that he was for the subsidization of a City bus system and increasing the taxes to pay for this service. He continued that he was and always-has been against the gift of money.to the Chamber of Commerce as he believed the Chamber of Commerce should be supported.by• its members and by the businesses in the community who derive the most from Chamber activities. Further, that the gift of the City money to the Chamber makes the Chamber lazy as they can look forward to the City money as a guarantee and do not have to go out and raise their funds to operateon which would make them a stronger organization. On the Economic Development Committee, he stated that he believed this was a good program and something that was needed by the community for the continued economical growth and he believed that the final result will be an increase in the tax base of the City and the surrounding area and in a better economy for the citizens of the City. Councilman Graves briefed the results of the studies made by Mr. William Farel.L regarding the operation of the bus system and that until the citizens of the City show an interest in bus service, then the City should not enter into any bus operation. Councilman Graves emphasized the abilities in Mr. Farell in making this report of the feasibility of a bus operation in the City of San Luis Obispo. Mr.-E. Graves stated he did not question Mr. Farell's technical ability, but as a citizen-and tax payer in the community, he objected to the constant hiring by the City Council of outside consultants to help solve problems in the City of San Luis Obispo and stated he believed that we should have local people solve local problems. 53 Mayor Davidson stated that he wanted a bus system for the City of San Luis Obispo now and was ready to vote for it at this time. Councilman Miller moved that the City increase the property tax rate by 50, per hundred and inaugerate a bus system for the City of San Luis:Obispo. Motion died ,;for lack of a second. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the City Council make an objective study of Mr. Farell's report with the idea of find- ' ing some way of starting a bus system in the City. Study is to include finances, acquisition of equipment, routes, etc. A petition signed by 148 persons requesting the City provide a bus service was referred to the City Council. X. Mr. Snider of System Builder's, Inc: appeared before the City Council regarding a sidewalk variance in front of the new building on Lower Higuera Street being built on the Mathews property. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained the problems involved in the variance CO requested by Systems Builders, Inc. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that a variance be granted to allow the placement of a six (6) foot ;integral sidewalk from the r� face of the curb with an agreement that eighteen inches (18 ") of the sidewalk on the Mathews property. Motion carried. 18.. The following report was received from D. F. Romero, City Engineer „ regarding property at the corner of Montalban and Santa ARosa Streets: "We have a request from Arnold Volny'who owns property on the westerly corner of Montalban Street and Santa Rosa Street that he and the City participate in the widening of Santa Rosa Street across the frontage of this parcel. ' "Since there is curb, gutter and sidewalk already installed across this frontage City Policy would dictate that the City would pay for all costs involved in removal and replacement of these improvements. The.property to be acquired has been valued at $240:00. "I respectfully request a decision on the part of the Council as to whether we are to pay for the property in addition to replacing the improvements, or whether we are to negotiate with Mr. Volny, and all other property owners in similar circumstances, on the basis that the City will place the improvements in exchange for the land being dedicated. - °_ Mr. Arnold Volny appeared before the City Council urging that the City.Council complete improvement at this time of placing the new curb, gutter and.sidewalk at the new line as he was required to improve Montalban to Santa Rosa and wished to improve it to the new line only. The City Council discussed the matter of improvement at the corner of Montalban and Santa Rosa Street and also discussed whether the City should acquire the property at'this time, make the improvements and pay the property owner for the land acquired or should the City leave the improvements.as they are for the present time and make the widening when the street is widened at sometime in the future. Councilman-Mailler suggested that the City proceed with the widening of Santa Rosa,Street at t is time and the City enter into negotiation with Mr. Volny for improving the property. Mr. Volny urged that the Council pay for -the land acquired and make the nec- essary improvements. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the.City move the curb, gutter and sidewalk back to the property line, pay Mr. . Volny for the land acquired based on appraisals for the assessed value and that Mr. Volny improve Montalban Street as required by the Planning Commission. 4 Motion carried on the following vote: AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller NOES: Clay P. Davidson, Clell W. Whelchel ABSENT: None D. F. Romero, City Engineer, asked if street widenings including the moving On motion of Councilman Miller, seconi Engineer be asked to study and make a the balance of the west side of Santa this was the.policy to be followed in future of utilities, etc._ ied by Mayor Davidson, that the City report to the City Council on widening of Rosa Street between Montalban and Stenner St. 7. Proposal from Griffenhagen - Kroeger, Inc. to conduct an administrative, organization and staffing study of the City Police Department. Mayor Davidson suggested that the City not proceed with the retention of a consul- tant to study the organization of the Police Department, but suggested that the Administrative Officer, who is the responsible City Official, should make the necessary staffing and organizational studies of the ,Police Department and then see that the instruction and operation operate to its best capacity. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, stated that it was not he who had criticized the Police Department but the council, particularly as far.as traffic control was concerned. During the budget discussion the suggestion was made that possibly an unbiased survey by a competent consulting firm could resolve any staffing problems in the Police Department. . Chief Schofield, Police Chief, stated that he has reorganized the department with the assignment of a Lieutenant to act as watch commander on each of the shifts and this is apparently working better for the.City. Mayor Davidson believed that the Administrative Officer should supervise the organization of all departments.and : if the Police Department is not properly organized, then the Administrative Officer should.make the necessary changes to make the department as-efficient as other City departments. Councilman Graves stated that he believed that this study would be of great benefit to the City in that a profeesional administrator would look into the organization and staffing of the Police Department and make suggestions that would help the department operate more efficiently for the good of the citizens of-San Luis Obispo. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, upon question from the Council,- stated that he believed both Public Administration Services and Griffenhagen - Kroeger Company were both well qualified and either one would do an excellent ;job-in a survey of the Police Department for the City and it would be up to the City'Council to decide which they would like to have make the survey. Further, he believed the difference in the consulting costs might be in that Public Administration Services would have to send a representative from Chicago, when the other firm is located in San Francisco. On motion of Councilman Graves,.seconded by Councilman Wheichel, that the City accept ;the proposal of Griffenhagen - Kroeger Company, Inc.. Motion carried. Mayor Davidson voted no: 8. At this time the City Council considered a communication from the Highway patrol notifying the City Council of their plans for construction of a Highway Patrol office and Department of Motor Vehicle office of.City owned property on California Boulevard. The Highway Patrol stated that they expect to spend approximately $300,000 for the development of joint operating facilities for both agencies, effective Julyl, 1963 After discussion of City Council, it was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the matter be referred to the City Attorney and that the deed to -the State be conditioned on construction of-curb, gutter and sidewalk along the entire frontage and the.City would pave out to meet the new curb and gutter. Y. Communication from W_ R_ Woolnert_ Attorney representing John L. Axman and Ward C. Mc Brayer, notifying the City Council that the above named are interested in operating a taxicab business in the City and wish to notify the City Council that, if they had no objection, they will proceed with the necessary documents to apply for a cab permit for the Council's consideration. 55 The Council stated that it had no objection to consideration of this application. 9. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented the following report on alternates to concrete boat loading ramps on City owned property at Laguna lake: "1. Grading and placing of red rock base material. Approximate cost, $550.00. "This, solution is the quickest and cheapest and can be done immediately without formal bid. It also has the advantage of allowing us to try the site chosen for a period of time, and if the site proves unsatisfactory we can abandon it with- out any great financial loss. "The primary disadvantage of a red rock.boat- launching ramp is that they, quite often, become rutted or slick with mud thus makeing it extremely difficult for cars to use them. "Mr. Skinner has had to turn away many people who wish to launch boats from his side of the lake simply because his facility is not large enough to handle them. He has offered to contribute equipment toward the installation of this temporary red rock ramp if the City would furnish the base material. This would mean a ,savings of approximately $200.00. "The existing access road along the lake can be used as is with only a few hours CSC work to repair chuck holes. 122. Grading and placement of red rock base material and aircraft type,:Janding mats. Approximate cost, $1,250.00. "Mr. Madonna has a number of these mats stacked behind the inn, and has informed us that he would be willing to sell them. These mats would have to be fastened down with long steel hairpins, however, they would eliminate the slickness in= herent with,a red rock ramp. This type of installation would.have the advantage that it would be quite quick and easy, and relatively inexpensive. "The disadvantage is that the mats sometimessettle into the base material, and sometimes have sharp edges which could cut bare feet. .."3. Grading and placing of red rock base material, and a fully improved con- crete boat launching ramp. Approximate.cost, $4,000.00. "This is a permanent solution and is the one now being used primarily by the County Recreation Department. The concrete ramps are maintenance -free and give no trouble for the boater. "The primary disadvantage of the installation is the cost. A secondary dis- advantage is.brought about by the fact that the site chosen may not prove to be the best location because of lack of shelter. However, the facility would be too expensive to relocate. "The.concrete ramp should . be constructed just prior to the winter rains when the lake is at its lowest so that we can pour concrete as far into the lake as possible. For those portion still underwater, we can precast a series of con- crete "logs" which can be hooked on to the existing ramp and placed underwater. Thisis the solution used by the County in extending their boat - launching ramp at Morro Bay. "Of the-three solutions, I recommend the first primarily on the basis: "A. That-this would allow the lake to be used for boating.this summer. "B: That -the cost will be nominal, thus allowing flexibility to -move if the chosen site does not prove satisfactory. "C. The base installation will not preclude either of the other alternatives at some future.time.'r On the motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Cou gi maa arravPs, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the City Engineer and proceed with Item #1. Motion carried. 10. At this time the Citv.Council considered the appeal of Francis S. Kinneavy from a decision of the Planning Commission in requiring curb, gutter and sidewalk as a condition of small subdivision. 56 6 W. M. Houser, Citv Attorney, stated that Mr. Kinneavy's attorney had contacted him and due to the death of Mr. Francis Kinneavy they asked for a postponement to the next regular meeting. Hearing continued on motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves. 11. Traffic Committee report of June 20, 1963. 63 -7 -1C As an alternate suggestion to our recommendation regarding the accommodation of emergency vehicles visiting the Cout Hose and-County Jail, the following is presented: It is our recommendation that one (1) parking meter zone in front of the County Purchasing Office on the north side of Monterey be painted yellow and that the existing driveway ramp into the rear portion of the Court House also be painted yellow and signs be posted reading "Emergency Vehicles Only." There would still bea short stretch of red zone at the cross walk which would seperate these two yellow zones, but we feel that the plan is workable. It is our understanding that the driveway behind the Court House will be completely blocked off at the back of the sidewalk line. 63 -7 -2T We have noted an obstruction to visibility in the form of overhanging tree limbs across the City right of way on the opposite side of the street from 74 North Broad. This is where the creek channel runs, and it is our recommenda- tion that the Public Works Department cut back-all foliage., which is overhanging the City right of way, leaving only those trees which are considered necessary to support the existing drainage structure. 63 -7 -3C Our attention has been called to bushes and weeds overhanging the sidewalk on property south of 2030 Broad Street. If the Council has no ob- jection, the Engineer will take steps to have this shrubbery cut back. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1152, a resolution establishing a parking zone for emergency vehicles on Monterey Street. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Clell Id. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: None 12. At this time the City Council considered the adoption of Resolution No. 1145, a resolution establishing a no parking zone on Broad Street. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret.McNeil, Donald Q. Miller NOES: Clell W. Whelchel ABSENT: None 33. Proposal from Paul L. Adamson to furnish engineering services for the design and construction of water system improvements consisting of (1) water booster station to be located near Johnson and Bishop Streets (2) appurtenant.water lines between the,.-,,; proposed booster station and the south easterly area of the City. R. D. MILLER, Administrative Officer, stated that-E. P. Thompson, Water Super- intendent, recommended approval and acceptance of the proposal by the City sub- ject to the City reserving to th --^��y the right of not proceeding with Phase "C" construction work due to possible fending problems. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the City accept the proposal Phase "A" and "B" at this time. Motion carried. 14. Proposal from Paul L. Adamson to furnish engineering services for the design and construction of the pm posed Whale Rock Pumping plant additions. 1 1 11 r- J.Q R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, reported that E. P.. Thompson, Water-Superintend recommended adoption of the proposal. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the proposal of Mr. Adamson was accepted. 15. The following report was presented by the City Engineer, D. F. Romero, requesting an increase in the dubget to construct stop lights at the corner of Pismo and Osos Streets: ' "During the 1961 -62 Fiscal Year seven (7) accidents susceptible of correction by a traffic control signal occurred at the intersection of Pismo and Osos Street. During the 1962-63-Fiscal Year Five (5) accidents susceptible of correction by a traffic control signal have occurred at this intersection. "Division of Highway's Warrant No. 5 for Traffic Control Signals reads as follows: "(5) ACCIDENT HAZARD "Five (5) or more reported accidents of types susceptible of correction by a traffic control signal having occurred within a recent twelve -month period.1 Cl "With the continuing occurrence "of accidents at this intersection, almost all of which could be corrected by the installation of a traffic control signal, it would appear there is clear justification for the installation of a signal as soon as possible. "I therefore recommend that the Council place an amount of $5,000 in the 1963 -64 budget for this installation, and that I be permitted to proceed with the design as soon as possible." On-motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the recommendation was referred to the Traffic Committee. 16. Communication from the City Engineer, D. F. Romero, requesting policy decision I for the establishment of a special assissment district for sewer and water in the area bounded by Elks Lane, South Higuera Street and Prado Road on the follow- ing items: "1. Will the City extend.the water main from the nearest point of adequate service (the intersection of South Street and Higuera Street.), to "the northerly limit of the assessment district? This will involve the construction of a 12" main fc an approximate cost of $40,000.00." It.was: the common consent of the Council that the City would extend the water main from the nearest point of adequate service. "2. Will the City advance funds to pay the assessment'of those properties now lying outside the City limits, but adjacent to the proposed improvements and bene- fiting by them? In the past, the:City has advanced these funds and been repaid as the properties annexed to the City and used the facility. However, as a practi- calmatter, it is unlikely that the City will recover_ all of the money.advanced. If the past policy is followed, cost to the City for advance on water installa- tion will be $55,000.00." It was the common consent of the Council that the City would advance funds to pay the assessments of those properties now lying outside the City limits. "3. Since some of the properties in the propsoed district are already served by an inadequate water main, will the City absorb the cost of the proposed adequate main in front of these properties, or will these properties be expected to pay the full_ cost ?" Property owners to pay full cost of adequate main in front of their properties as was done in the Yoakum Assessment District. 1'4. Will properties which now have an inadequate water service be expected to pay for a replacement water service ?" Property owners to pay full cost of a replacement service of their properties as was done in the Yoakum Assessment District. 115. Shall sewer laterals be provided and included in the assessment ?" Sewer laterals shall be provided and included in the assessment. 16. Does the City Council wish to hire a consultant to design the project or shall I hire one additional man for a -six month period to complete the work with my own engineering forces ?" Once the City is assured that the district will go ahead, then a consultant should be retained to do the engineering and spread the assessments. 17. The following communication from the City Engineer, D. F. Romero, was received: "When the plans for the Sewage Treatment Plant were prepared there was some question -as to how soon the City would develop the Hacienda property for effluent fields and ponds. Therefore, the construction plans were drawn up to extend chlorine dosing facilities only as far as the present ponds existing on Field No. 5. This chlorine dosing line will apply chlorine to the effluent waters which cannot be handled by the fields, and must overflow into the creek. This application is as per Water Pollution Control Board Requires. "Since the Hacienda property will be developed this summer, It is necessary that we extend the chlorine dosing facilities to the pondswhich will be constructed in the Hacienda property. Accordingly, we have requested a figuer from the contractor for a change order to do this work. The contractor quoted a figue. of $7,213.00 which we feel is excessive. We believe the work can be done for a price not to exceed $5,700.00. Therefore, I respectfully request permission from the Council to authorize the contractor to proceed on a "Force Account" basis." On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the request was approved. 19. The following report was received from D. F. Romerg, City Engineer: "The Division of Highways has informed me that they have available for sale a used Brush - Chipper that the City has -an opportunity, this week, tpplace a preferential bid. "The Brush- Chipper costs approximately $4,000.00 new, and we could probably acquire it for $400.00 from the Division of Highways. It will need some engine work which will cost approximately another $100.00. This machine grinds-up branches, brush and small trees to a chip size which is then easily loaded into trucks. This increases the truck - carrying capacity by four or five times, thus the $500.00 investment could be amortized within about three years by the labor savings and gas - savings. "I believe this used Brush - Chipper would be a worthwhile purchase for the City, and request that I be allowed to place a bid on this piede of equipment." On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, purchase of the brush chipper was approved. rnrnnrilmnn Miller left the meeting at 11:15 P. M. 20. Communication from the R_ C. Skinner Corporation requesting final acceptance of tract No. x.58, was held over to July 15,. 1963. 22. Communication from Hazel's Pet shop requesting limited parking on Marsh and Nipomo Streets, was referred to the Traffic Committee. 23. Communication from 0. J. Gullickson, Assistant Director of Civil Defense, re- porting to the Counci - relative to t e inclusion of the Woods Animal Shelter for the citizen ban radio, was ordered received and filed. 24. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1153, a resolution increasing the 1962 -63 budget. (Miscellaneous Accounts Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves., Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: Doanld Q. Miller 1 J r- 9 25. Communication from the Chamber of Commerce announcing an Independence Day ceremony to be held on July 4, 1963, at 10:30 A. M. on the Court House steps on Osos Street and also requesting that the City Council take part and allow the air siren to be blown at 11:00 A. M. with other communities throughout the Nation in observance of the "Let Freedom Ring" ceremony. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the request was granted. 26. The following communciation was received from State Senator Vernon L. Sturgeon: ' "Upon receiving a copy of your letter concerning negotiations with tle State Department of Public Works over part of the Madonna Road, I wrote to Mr. Womack asking what, if anything, might be done to effect agreement between the City and the state. He advised me that you and Mr. Foley will be holding some conferences about the situation and that he believes a practical solution will be effected." 27. Communication from the Division of Highways notifying the City Council that U. S. 101 connection to Prado Road will be permanently closed and also that the Madonna Road interchange will be open and other accesses closed. 28. Councilwoman McNeil requested.permission of the City Council to leave the Country from July 2, to. August 10, 1963. CC SRequest approved on motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves. 29. The following progress report on Youth Corps was ordered received and filed: "During the weeks of June 17 through June 28, 1963, Youth Corps Employees'con- ducted the following work: A. PARK DEPARTMENT 1. Five youths hand weeded 8 islands on Grand Avenue, hauled away, debris, and trimmed ice plant back of berm. ' 2. Five youths hand weeded Buena Vista Park, pruned plants, - hauled away debris (3j;'dayt)7;•._:j oed weeds from beds at Mitchell Park, and hauled away debris (2 days).. 3. Five youths hoed weeds and prepared ground for plants on south side of Madonna Road (island strips), and hauled away debris. B. STREET DEPARTMENT 1. Entire Crew-used clearing channel and rip- rapping west side of Patricia Drive. One man two days on cleanup crew." 30. For Council information, copy of communication to Smith & Williams, Architects designing the Mission Plaza, to consider the old station house and street car to be incorporated in the Mission Plaza project design. 31. Report by R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, on the estimates of costs of bringing the.City owned building at 743 Monterey Street up to code so it could be used by the Salvation Army as a downtown office. The estimate for bringing the property to minimum code will be $23,000. Mr. Miller continued that he had notified the Reverend Hagerty, Chairman of the Salvation Army, who stated that they would attempt to get other quarters in the 1 community. Mayor Davidson reported that the Salvation Army are negotiating arrangements for part time use of the Red Cross office which will be advantageous to both parties. 32. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the Council's information plans and specifications for the proposed restrooms at Sinsheimer Park. The City Council discussed the palns and specifications as presented by Mr. Romero and suggested several changes for safety of the children using the park. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the plans were approved and advertisement was authorized on the plans as amended. Motion carried.