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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/15/196319. Mr. William McKeen appeared before the City Council and requested that the property zoned C -1 7S at the location of Johnson Avenue and Southwood be re- zoned to R -1 as the property owner has made.no attempt to develop this property commercially and it is hindering the development of the McKeen property on Laurel Lane as prospective renters are apprehensive of commercial areas so close to the Laurel Lane site. Mr. McKeen requested that the City Council initiate immediately action to have the C -1 -S zoned to R -1. Councilman Graves stated that apparently the commercial development appears to be on Laurel Lane listing the new store, service station, bowling alley, etc., and that no development has been started on the Scuthwood- Johnson site and agreed that the area should be rezoned to R -1. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the Planning Commission was requested to study the commerical zoning at Southwood and Johnson Avenue with a view of rezoning to R -1. Motion carried. 20. Tiie City Council discussed the matterof contractors and other worki.n- men working on the telephone building using the limited parking spaces in the City parking lot and believed that due to the limited spaces for public parking, that it would be better for the contractors to park along the tele- phone building on Morro and ?fill Streets with police permission rather than using the thirty (30) minute parking zone all day in the parking lot. The City Council asked the City Hall staff to contact contractors and see if they will follow this suggestion in the future. 21. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman whelchel, the meeting adjourned at 9:30 P. M. Tuesday, July 9,1963, at 11:00 A. M. Approved this day of , 1963. . H. F" PATRICK CIT Y CLERK REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL July 15, 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., Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Uhelchel Absent: I•liss Margaret McNeil City Staff Present: P. Chapman, Director of Planning & Building; J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; W. Flory Superintendent of Parks & Recreation; W. M. Houser, City Attorney; R. D. 14iller, Administrative Officer; D. F. Romero, City Engineer; L. Schlobohm, Fire Chief; d. Schofield, Police Chief; E. P. Thompson, :•later Superintendent I ] 1 1 r— O 1 1 65 On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller; the minutes of July 1, 1963 were corrected as follows: PAGE 5, ITEM 7, PARAGRAPH 3 Should read: "R.D. Miller, Administrative Officer, stated that it was not he who had critized the Police Department but the Council, particularly as far as-iraffic control was concerned' During 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." PAGE 11, ITEM 31, PARAGRAPH 3 Should read: "Mayor Davidson reported that the Salvation Army is negotiating arrangements for part time use of the Red Cross office which will be advantageous to both parties." On motion of _Councilman Graves, seconded-by Councilman Miller, the minutes of the adjourns meeting of July 9, 1963 were approved as read. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the claims against the City for the month of July, 1963 were approved, subject to the approval of the Administrative Officer. 1. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following contract payment was approved and ordered paid: W. M. LYLES COMPANY Parallel Sewer Lines on Cuesta & Cerro Romauldo Est. #1 $62241.50 2. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following salary step increases were approved, effective August 1, 1963: BELL, George, Filtration Plant Operator, from Step 2 at $390 to Step 3 at $412 per month. BRANZUELA. Donald, Janitor, from Step 2 at $350 to Step 3 at $368 per month. HARTMAN, Philip;Police Officer, from Step 2 at $460 to Step 3 at $488 per month. JONES, Charles, Building Inspector, from Step 4 at $545 to Step 5 at $575 per moat] McCONNEL, Mary C., Typist Clerk, from Step 3 at $350 to Step 4 at $368 per month. 2a. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, announced the appointment of James F. Farris as a Police Officer at $435 per month, effective July 22, 1963 and Virginia K. Thomas as Stenographer in the Police Department at $330 per month, effective July 10, 1963. 3. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1154, a resolution urging the Economic Development-of San Luis Obispo Harbor. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil 4. At this 'time the City Council considered the request of Knuthson -Helms Company for acceptance by the City Council.of, the off -site improvements in Tract No. 251. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended to the City Council that the off -site improvements be accepted subject to the filing by the subdivider of the complete cost statement of the subdivision. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1157, a resolution accepting off -site improvements in Tract No. 251. . Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: Z_ AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller,.Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret.McNeil 5. At this time the City Council considered the request of the R. C. Skinner Corp. for acceptance of the off -site improvements in Tract No. 258. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended acceptance of the off =site improvements in Tract No. 258. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel,.the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1158, a resolution accepting the off -site improvements-in Tract No. 258. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil 15. At this time the City Council considered the petition for annexation to the City from Louis M. and Thelma F. Perozzi. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, presented a report of the Boundary.Commission notifying the City Council that the boundaries of the proposed annexation are definite and report from the Planning Commission recommending that the City Council annex the area as requested by the Perozzi's. After discussion of the proposed annexation by the City Council, it was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the following resolution be passed. Resolution No. 1156, a resolution giving notice of proposed annexation to the City of San Luis Obispo of uninhabited territory described herein and designated ','P.erozzi Annexation No. 2," and giving notice of time and place for hearing of protests thereto. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel. NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil 16. At this time the City Council considered a communication and resolution of the City Planning Commission recommending acceptance of Tract No. 317, Ann Arbor Estates, subject to the following conditions: "1. All improvements shall conform to.the City of San Luis Obispo!s 'StandardImprovement Specifications"'. 2. Surface drainage from the north of the property shall be piped. The Commission suggests that it be routed along Southwood Drive and Flora Stree The City Council discussed.the development of additional subdivisions within the City in view of the present water problem in the Johnson Avenue area. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the City place a moratorium on further development in the area north and east of Johnson Avenue until the new water facilities planned by the City Council are installed to relieve the water shortage. Mr.-E. P. Thompson, Water Superintendent, stated that it would take approximately four (4) months to prepare plans and specifications for the Flora- Johnson Avenue water improvements. Mr. Hmrthsonj subdivider,.stated that they do not expect to be turning new homes over to their new purchasers until February 15, 1964, and would-like to be allowed to proceed with their development. W. M. Houser, City Attorney, stated that the City Council could approve the tentative map with the condition that the final map would not be approved until the City had made plans to correct the water problem in this area. 0e Councilmen Miller and Graves withdrew their motion and second. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reported to.the City Council the discussion by the Subdivision Review Board and the Planning Commission regarding acceptance of this tentative map with particular emphasis on the recommendation to the Council that surface drainage from the north of the property should be piped underground. Mr. Rnuthson, subdivider, again appeared before the City Council stating that they 1 were not aware of the requirement of placing the drainage underground until after the Planning Commission meeting. He stated that one of the conditions of purchase of the property from the Perozzi's was that the Perozzi's were to divert the drainage around the subdivision and not through the subdivision with an underground pipe. Further, that future development of the Perozzi property would include'drainage development. He pointed out that a precedent to divert water within his own property prior to subdivision had been set by Mr. Ferrini. He continued that Mr. John Wolosz was taking over the Consolidated Cab Company operation'on a lease basis and would purchase the system at the end of the year. He continued that one company could successfully operate six (6) vehicles in the City and that a competing company would be required to operate six (6) vehicles also in order to cover the City. Mr. Wendt then presented figures showing the operation of the present cab company showing gross receipts less salaries, maintenance and operation and showed the amount of- profit involved not including the bus system losees. Further, he stated that Mr. Wolosz would begin operation immediately.with:_new..ztaxi,^ cabs as soon as they could be delivered if the City does not issue new certificates for taxi operation and further, Mr. Wendt claimed that based on the report of the Chief of Police, there is definately no need for additional cab service in the City. Mr. Jerry Warren, cab operator, appeared before the City Council listing his experience -in operating cab services here in San Luis Obispo and in other cities in California, stating that as a former manager of the local cab company, he knows that the cab company could operate efficiently and make money now that the bus service has been discontinued and no longer taking cab finances to operate. Mr. Wolosz, prospective purchaser of the local cab company, stated that he could hay the new cars operating within three (3) weeks and that he would guarantee three or four special checker cabs by October, 1963. Mr. Rnuthson then asked that the Council approve Tract No. 317 with the exception to divert water around the tract as originally planned. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the Council S accept the tentative map of Tract No. 317 subject to diversion of drainage around subdivision and subject to the condition that the final map will not be approved until the water problem in the area has been solved by the City. Motion carried. 6. At this time the City Council held a public.hearing on the application of John L. Axman and Ward C. McBraver for a certificate of public convenience and necessity to open a taxicab business in the City of San Luis Obispo. Report of the Chief of Police, William Schofield, as required by the Municipal Code, was received by the City Council. Mr. Wickson Woolpert, Attorney, appeared.before the City Council urging the City Council to grant a certificate of public convenience and necessity for his clients, Axman and Mc Brayer. Mr. Wendt, Attorney.representing the present certificate holder, Consolidated Cab Company, appeared- before the Council protesting the issuance of additional certificates of public convenience and necessity on the basis that there is not enough business in the City for two (2) cab companies. Hr. Wendt stated that the present operator acknowledges that the past eighteen (18) months the cab service at times was inadequate, but this was due primarily to the fact that Mr. Vaughn was attempting to operate a bus system for the City at a substantial daily loss which is well known by the City Council. He continued that Mr. John Wolosz was taking over the Consolidated Cab Company operation'on a lease basis and would purchase the system at the end of the year. He continued that one company could successfully operate six (6) vehicles in the City and that a competing company would be required to operate six (6) vehicles also in order to cover the City. Mr. Wendt then presented figures showing the operation of the present cab company showing gross receipts less salaries, maintenance and operation and showed the amount of- profit involved not including the bus system losees. Further, he stated that Mr. Wolosz would begin operation immediately.with:_new..ztaxi,^ cabs as soon as they could be delivered if the City does not issue new certificates for taxi operation and further, Mr. Wendt claimed that based on the report of the Chief of Police, there is definately no need for additional cab service in the City. Mr. Jerry Warren, cab operator, appeared before the City Council listing his experience -in operating cab services here in San Luis Obispo and in other cities in California, stating that as a former manager of the local cab company, he knows that the cab company could operate efficiently and make money now that the bus service has been discontinued and no longer taking cab finances to operate. Mr. Wolosz, prospective purchaser of the local cab company, stated that he could hay the new cars operating within three (3) weeks and that he would guarantee three or four special checker cabs by October, 1963. u Mr. Woolpert, Attorney representing the A & M Taxi Cab Company, stated that the new applicants can only tell the City Council what they will try to do, but that the City Council can easily determine operation.of the present certificate holder which were listed with excuses placed before the City Council this evening. Further, he urged the Council to grant the new application.and necessary certificat for'an additional cab service which would allow the public to. choose what service they desired and would allow free and open competition and if they are wrong, well after all, it's their money and this.is.the American way of life. Mr. Wendt, Attorney for7Consolidated Cab Company, again appeared before the Council stating that it was a proven fact that only oae cab service could exist in a small community and that if additional certificates are authorized, then either one or both would go broke very soon with a complete breakdown of public transportation in the City. Mr. Wolosz stated if any other permits were issued he would not.proceed with the purchase of the local company. Councilman Miller stated that he was very vexed with Mr. Vaughn, operator of the Consolidated Cab Company, as the only time he would attempt to operate the cabs in a clean and efficient manner was when there was an application.for additional certificates pending before the City.Council and as soon as the threat of competition disappeared, then the cab company operator became sloppy and haphazard. Councilman Miller stated that a year ago he had made a study of cab service in San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria and that these studies proved to him that only one cab company could operate efficiently insa City the size of San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria and that when additional companies are allowed to operate taxi cabs in a City this size, none of the companies make ?money and they then go into side operations of an illegal nature to the detriment of the entire community. Mr. Woolpert, Attorney for A & M Cab Company, stated that competition was good for the City and San Luis Obispo was entitled to a.good and.adequate taxi service. Mayor Davidson stated that he had received many complaints from citizens of the City regarding the inadequate.cab service offered and agreed that additional cabs are needed for the City and that competition would be good for both operators. Councilman Graves stated that he agreed with Councilman Miller that the City should not have more than one cab company, but what operator was to received the support of the City was a difficult decision to be resolved. Mayor Davidson declared thepublic hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the application of Axman and McBrayer for permission.to, operate.a cab company to operate in the City of San Luis Obispo be approved: Motion carried on the following vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. NOES: Donald Q. Miller ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil L. Graves, Jr., Clell W. Whelchel On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, that a certificate of public convenience and necessity be.issued by the City Clerk to the A & M Cab Company when all the provisions of the Municipal Code have been met. Motion carried on the following vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson,. R. L. Graves, Jr., C1e11:W. Whelchel NOES: Donald Q. Miller ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the report of the Chief of Police was ordered received and filed. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that , a -,.Taxi,Committe be appointed to study the cab rate structure, cab stand location, and methods of collecting revenue. The committee is to consist of one Councilman, Chief of Police, City Attorney, and City Clerk. Motion,carried. Mayor Davidson appointed Councilman Whelchel as the Council member and chairman of this committee. 09 7. At this time Mayor Davidson opened a public hearing on the report of the Superintendent of Streets regarding cost of work for installation of curb, gutter and sidewalk under the provisions of thel9ll Act. James C. & Emma E. Camel 161 Craig Way $115.20 ' Frances P. Beatty 177 Craig Way 101.78 Stanley J. & Pearl D. Mello 185 Craig Way 101.78 Following are persons who wish to take advantage of the three year payment plan: Harold T. & Elinor G. Lawrence 169 Craig [day 106.60 James B.'& Mabel M. Smith 124 Highland Drive 1,094.60 C.� No one appeared before the City Council. m Mayor Davidson declared thepublic hearing.closed. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded-by-Councilman Miller, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1161, a resolution confirming costs—of sidewalks constructed under the 1911 Act. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., ' Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil 12. The following is a proposal from E. P. Thompson, Water Superintendent, to ration water in Zone #3': "A shortage of water at the tap, resulting from over taxed piping and•pumping facilities has caused complaints by people who reside in the upper part of McAllen Heights subdivision. As the weather grows Varmer, more of the subdivision will be affected. An immediate remedy is to reduce the strain by restrictions on lawn sprinkling and other "Nonessential" outdoor uses. Restriction of water use may be accomplished either voluntarily'by the people in the area or by police power. The area affected by restriction would be that served by Bishop Street tank and would include the following streets and subdivisions. Alrita Street Ann Arbor Estates, Nos. 19 2 and 3 Augusta Street Bishop Street - Sierra Way to Johnson Cecelia Court ' Flora Street Gerda Street Helena Street -San Mateo Dr. to Sylvia Crt. Johnson Ave. -Ellan St to Cedar Crt Johnson Highlands - Nos 2, 3, and 4 Laurel Lane - Richard St. to Flora St. McAllen Heights Piedmont Subdivision Richard Street Rich Court Rose Avenue Royal Heights Subdivision San Mateo Drive Sidney Street Sierra Way - to 700 feet westerly of Bishop Street Smith Street Southwood Drive - Johnson easterly Sylvia Court Residents in the restricted area with even street numbers would water lawns on even calendar days and residents with odd street numbers on odd calendar days. These restrictions will not greatly improve the water supply of the residents above elevation 460. The remedy here, is improvement of the City's system and the installa- tion of individual pumping units by the residents." TO Mayor Davidson explained that the Council had been aware of ;this water problem for some time but due to lack of funds, this project had been delayed, but now the Council had ordered an engineer to prepare plans and specifications-for construction of improvement to the water system.which would alleviate this problem. Councilman Graves suggested that all properties serviced by the tank should help,An conserving the water for this area and that the City should notify all property owners affected by the rationing program. E. P. Thompson, Water Superintendent, stated that there are other methods that could' be used to alleviate this problem, but that would be dangerous not only to the City equipment but also to the customer's equipment. The City Council then discussed with Mr. Thompson various means of alleviating the water shortage in the McAllen Heights Tract. John Barbee, resident of the McAllen Heights Tract, appeared before the City Council on behalf of his neighbors stating that within the last three (3) weeks he has been without water at least five (5) times and believes that this is an emergency and that the City should see to it that adequate water is supplied to the residents of the area. He also urged that the City do something about providing water by the acquisition of the necessary pumps or tanks and that the City do it now because now is when the emergency exists. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, stated that the City has presently a $91,000 project under design and that E. P. Thompson , Water Superintendent, had suggested a possible expedient way they could, be installed at•this time and would not be lost when the major project was started. W. M. Houser, City Attorney, upon question of the City Council, explaivad the findings that the Council must make to declare an emergency to allow the City forces to proceed with the installation of the required.pipes and appurtenances under a force account. Mr. Houser stated that it would be difficult to classify this as an emergency when the Council had been aware of this problem for many years. .The City Council then discussed the matter of furnishing water to the area in light of the opinion,..:of the City Attorney. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare a resolution declaring an emergency and to order the work done by theCity forces. Motion carried. The City Attorney left the Council room to prepare the necessary resolution. Various residents of the McAllen Heights area appeared before the City Council listing their trials during the severe period of inadequate water pressure and supply. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1162, a resolution declaring that an emergency water supply situation exists in Zone 3 and declaring that construction work to preserve life, health and property is of urgent necessity. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel ' NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1159, a resolution declaring a water shortage in a certain portion of the City and establishing use restrictions. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil 8. At this time the. City Council was asked by Mr. Lloyd E. Somogyi, Attorney for Francis S. Rinneavy, that the-Council continue the public hearing on the Rinneavy appeal to the next meeting. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the hearing be continued to the next regular Council meeting.- ' 9. Communication from Emily -Burgess regarding reimbursement for water bill that she claims she has been paying on an apartment that does not exist. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the communication was referred to the City Clerk to study and prepare a report on claim of Mrs. Burgess. 10. At this time the City Council considered the acceptance of a Grant Deed from Volny Construction Company for street widening on Santa Rosa and Montalban Streets. The matter of this street widening was discussed by the City Council and on- motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the City not widen Santa Rosa Street at this time but that the City pave Montalban Street to the new street alignment approximately ten (10) feet and continue sidewalk, curb and gutter on C Montalban Street from the new property line to the existing curb, gutter and sidewalk CC on Santa Rosa Street, if any. Motion carried. �] On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that Mayor Davidson be authorized toTsign the agreement on behalf of the City and accept and record the grant deed from Volny Construction subject to Arnold Volny agreeing to the Council amendment. Motion carried. - - .19. At this time the City Council considered the communication and resolution from the Planning Commission denying the application of Dolly Adams to rezone an area between Bond and Frederick Streets from R -2 to R -3 for student.housing.. On. motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by .Councilman Miller, further:,eactiow.on this ' matter was held over until the applicant notifies the City Council of her intention. 19b. The City Council considered the resolution of the Planning Commission recommending the rezoning of the property at 390 Higuera Street from "M" to "C -2" as applied for by M. C. McNamara. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the City Council will hold a public hearing on the McNamara rezoning on August 5, 1963. 11. At this time the City Council considered authorization of an agreement between W. 0. Hall, owner of the Ranchotel, and the City of San Luis Obispo, to construct a public parking lot on Palm Street and Grand Avenue. Mr. Hali.appeared before the Council aaking that the City Council approve the agreement as previously prepared and authorize the Mayor.to sign the agreement on behalf of the City of San Luis Obispo. Mr. W. M. Houser, City Attorney, read the conditions of the agreement between the City and W. 0. Hall for construction of a public parking lot on a portion of Palm Street in front of the Ranchotel property. Mr. Somogyi, Attorney representing a property owner of the.underlying fee in Palm Street stating that his client does not agree that the City Council has the right to lease property that has been granted to the City for street purposes only and that the City will face a suit on this matter as soon as the agreement is signed as the Council will be enjoined from taking the action requested. Mr. Houser, City Attorney, explained to the City Council what the action threatened by Mr. Somogyi included. Councilman Miller stated that he wished the street left open with no parking lot in front of Hall's development. Councilman Whelchel stated that he believed curb, gutter, and sidewalk and street should stay as is, but that the City allow angle parking to alleviate parking problems in this area. 72 j On motion of Councilman Miller,,seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the City Council deny the request of W. 0. Hall and leave the street as is, Mayor Davidson stated that he believed this was a dangerous intersection and he would like to see something done to more definitely define the intersection and that he believed the proposal by Mr.,Hall would accomplish the clearing up of this corner. Mayor Davidson called a roll call vote on the motion. AYES: Clell W. Whelchel, Donald Q. Miller NOES: R. L. Graves, Jr., Clay P. Davidson ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil Mr. Hall stated that the Council had previously approved the agreement and since no action had been taken that the request be reconsidered by the full Council. Mr. Hall was informed that the full Council would be in session on the first Monday in.September. Mr. Somogyi asked that at future hearings on this matter that interested parties would like to. receive notice and that he would supply a list of persons to be notified to the Clerk and City Attorney. --------------- - -- Councilman Miller left the meeting at 11:10 P. M. -- ---------- -- - - -- 13. Letter from Wayne E. McMorran notifying the City Council that a tree, located in front of his home at 446 Highland Drive, was infected by some sort of disease and requesting that-the-City take action to have it cared for. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, stated that City policy to date was to only care for trees when they are dangerous to motorists or pedestrians. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the communication was referred to William Flory, Park and Recreation Superintendent, for investigation and report to the City Council. 14. Traffic Committee Report of July 10, 1963. 63 -7 -4C The Traffic Committee reviewed the problem of directional signs for the County Museum. It was their conclusion that the solution involves more than merely the placement of additional directional signs near the museum. It is, therefore, recommended that the matter be referred to the City Planning Commission for. a study of means by which the facilities provided by the museum could be emphasized, and a comprehensive study of the best means to direct the motoring public to the primary tourist attractions of the community. 63 -7 -5C The Traffic Committee finds that the 20 ft. loading zone on Mill Street serving the telephone company building is too short to provide a proper loading facility. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the committee that the loading zone be extended an additional 20 feet in a Southwesterly direction, thus eliminating one on- street parking space. 63 -7 -6C After reviewing accident data at the intersection of Pismo and Osos Sts.., it is recommended of the Traffic Committee that a signal be installed at an early date. The committee also recommends that the loading zone on Pismo Street along -sid the NEW PARK GROCERY be painted red immediately to improve visibility for west -bound motorists on Osos Street. It is also recommended that-two '(2) additional green spaces be placed on the Osos Street frontage of the store, thus providing not only customer parking, but a fairly accessable loading zone for the business. These changes have been discussed with Mr. Pennington (owner of the store), and he has agreed with the suggestions. 63 -7 -7C The Traffic Committee has considered a request from Hazel's Pet Shop at the corner of Marsh and Nipomo Streets for two (2) green zones.on the South side of Nipomo Street East of Marsh Street. This would not only serve the customers of the business, but will provide loading facilities as well. Therefore, the Traffic 7.3 Committee recommends that this installation be made. . 63 -7 -3T Francis Scott of SCOTT WHOLESALE MEAT COMPANY, located on Pacific Street just North of Broad Street, has requested a green zone to serve customers whose vehicles would not meet the requirements set up for use of the existing loading zone on Pacific Street in front of the business. The Traffic Committee feels that one (1) additional green zone on the East side of Pacific Street just South of the present loading zone would solve the problem, and so recommends. ' 63 -7 -4T Several months ago, the Traffic Committee had recommended that the hedge belonging.to Mr. Cook at the Westerly corner of Sydney and Augusta Streets, be cut back to no higher than three feet (3') for the.standard thirty -five feet (35') distance from the corner. The Council suggested that this work be held up until the sidewalk work at this residence had been completed. The Traffic Committee has continued to receive complaints regarding visibility.at this intersection, and since the sidewalk work is now completed, the Traffic Committee recommends that the Public Works Department proceed to have the hedge trimmed back. 63 -7 -8C The Traffic Committee has received a request containing ten signatures . from five different families at the intersection of Hathway Avenue and Carpenter St. 0 The request was for STOP signs controlling motorists traveling Northbound, and motorists traveling Southwesterly on Hathway Avenue, and was primarily submitted in order to reduce the speeding which occurs at this location. It is the feeling of the Traffic Committee that STOP signs should be placed to designate Right -of -Way and should not be used to control speeding. Therefore,.the Traffic Committee recommends against this installation. The Traffic Committee feels that some benefit would be derived by placement of rumble- strips and SLOW signs in either direction on Hathway in order to alert the motorists that they are approaching a dangerous curve. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1160, a resolution establishing parking restrictions on Mill Street, Pismo Street, Osos Street, Nipomo Street, and Pacific Street. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: ' AYES: Clay P.. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller 17. Report of Council Committee studying the off - street parking requirements of the City was held over. 18. Preliminary study by Paul L. Adamson on the Orcutt Road Railroad Grade Separation was referred to the Council meeting of August.19, 1963. 20. At this time, Mayor Davidson announced that the City Council would.sit as a Board of Equilization to hear any complaints or protests to the 1963 -64 Assessment Roll. No one appeared before the City Council. It was moved by Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the Board of Equilization be closed and the Assessment Roll be accepted. Motion carried. 21. Communication from Maino Construction Company requesting reconsideration by the Council of the action taken in depositing to the City the $80.00 that was used as a bid deposit for the Water Filtration Plant. ' Maino Construction Company claimed that five (5) days was not enough time in order to get the plans back from the sub - contractors and then return them to the City. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the request was granted and the money ordered returned to Maino Construction Company on the following vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr. NOES: Clell W. Whelchel ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller 7-4 22. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, Councilman Graves was authorized to be absent from the State for one (1) month. 23. Communication from the Disabled American Veterans requesting permission to sell forget -me -nots on the downtown streets was approved on motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves. 24. Communication -from Arthur Collins, Assistant Director of Finance, State of California, notifying the members of the Whale Rock Commission that the Fish & Game Department feel rather strongly regarding public fishing in the Whale Rock Reservoir and are determined that some action must be taken to expedite this proposal. Communication was ordered received and filed. 25. Resolution of the San Luis Obispo County Water Resources Advisory Committee requesting that the Board of Supervisors authorize a study of the future water needs of San Luis Obispo County and the various water agencies in the County, was ordered received and filed. 26. Progress report from John R. Ross, Architect, on studies to date on the construction of the Control Center and remodeling of the City Hall basement, was ordered received and . filed. 27. Police Chief Schofield brought to the Council's attention the matter of lack of speed limit on Madonna Road from Los Osos Road to Higuera Street and recommended that a speed limit of 45 m.p.h. from Los Osos Road to the overpass and 35 m.p.h. to Higuera Street. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reported to the Council on speed zone studies made by his department on actual speeds on Madonna Road from Los Osos to Higuera Street. On the basis of these studies, he too recommended a speed limit of 45 m.p.h. from Los Osos Road to the Madonna Inn driveway and 35 m.p.h. from this point to Higuera Street. After discussion by the City Council, it was moved by Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the following ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 266, an ordinance establishing speed limits on-Madonna Road. Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote: AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller 28. At this time, the City Clerk, J. H. Fitzpatrick, and City Engineer; D. F. Romero brought to the Council's attention the request of Mr. Frisby whose property is located on Johnson Avenue East of the underpass, who is willing to deed to the City the property needed for street widening in front of his property in exchange for a ten (10) foot strip of City owned property along full length of his Northerly line to be used as access to his rear property. After discussion and presentation of maps, it was the common consent of the Council that they were not interested in granting an additional driveway unto Johnson or exchanging City land at this time. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the meeting adjourned. APPROVED this 12th day of August, 1963. J. H. ITZPATRICK CITY CLERK