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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.