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REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
December 16, 1963 -7:30 P. M.
CITY HAIL
Invocation was given by Mayor Clay P. Davidson.
Roll Call
Present: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
City Staff
Present: J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; W. M. Houser, City Attorney;
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer; D. F. Romero, City
Engineer; L. Schlobohm, Fire Chief; W. Schofield, Police
Chief; E. P. Thompson, Water Superintendent.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the minutes of
December 2 and 9, 1963, were ordered held over.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, claims against the
City for the month of December, 1963, were approved, subject to the approval of the
Administrative Officer.
OVERFIELD, V. Ann, Account Clerk, from Step 3 at $390 to Step 4 at $412 per
month.
RASMUSSEN, Robert G., Police Officer, from Step 3 at $488 to Step 4 at $515
per month.
REPPERT, Richard M., Fireman, from Step 1 at $435 to Step 2 at $460 per month.
3. At this time theCity Council considered the approval of the following contract
payments
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1. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the
following
employees' requests to hold over vacation to 1964 were approved:
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
WATER DEPARTMENT
Tom Gingg 1 week
E. P. Thompson
10 days
Doug Howard 2 weeks
Tony Juarez 3 weeks
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Frank Reed 2 weeks
David Romero 2 weeks
Officer McMaster
2 weeks
Leo Studle 2 weeks
Milo Tappa 3 weeks
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
CITY ATTORNEY
Cecelia McConnell
2 weeks
Tamy L. Mitchell
6 days
W. M. Houser 10 days
Ann Overfield
2 weeks
Stanley Sanson
15 days
2. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded
by Councilwoman
McNeil, the following
salary step increases were approved,
effective January 1, 1964:
BARRIOS, Richard G., Groundskeeper,
from Step 1 at $350 to
Step 2 at
$368 per
month.
BREEDEN, James L., Laborer - Equipment
Operator, from Step 1
at $368 to
Step 2
at $390 per month.
LOVE, Mary Belle, Stenographer, from
Step 2 at $350 to Step
3 at $368
per month.
MAYSE, Robert H., Project Operator,
from Step 3 at $545 to
Step 4 at
$575 per
month.
OVERFIELD, V. Ann, Account Clerk, from Step 3 at $390 to Step 4 at $412 per
month.
RASMUSSEN, Robert G., Police Officer, from Step 3 at $488 to Step 4 at $515
per month.
REPPERT, Richard M., Fireman, from Step 1 at $435 to Step 2 at $460 per month.
3. At this time theCity Council considered the approval of the following contract
payments
City Council Minutes
December 16, 1963
Page -2-
ARNOLD 90LNY
Alterations to City Hall Roof Est. #1 $82785.80
Communication from the City Planning Director recommending approval of
change orders to the above contract.
On motion of Councilwoman McNeil, seconded by Councilman Miller, the change
orders and pay estimate were approved and ordered paid. Motion carried.
4. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on the following bids received for
construction of water system improvements - Johnson - Flora Streets:
W. M. Lyles Company $67,814.00
Maino Construction Company S69,613.10
Pylon, Inc. $779273.2;
Barringer & Botke $900885.50
North Bay Construction Company $902548.00
Fred J. Early, Jr. Co., Inc. $9424 45.00
Engineer's estimate was $74,321.00.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, recommended that the low bid of
W. M. Lyles Company be approved.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the low
bid was approved and awarded to the W. M. Lyles Company. Motion carried.
5. On motion of Councilman Craver., seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
' resolution was introduced. Resolution No..121$3, a resolution increasing the
1963/64 budget. %Account No. 227W - Water Refuads, increased by $500.)
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. 14iller, Clell W. Whelchel
NIES: None
ABSENT: None
6. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on the following bids received f ^r
furnishing motor vehicles to the City per advertised specifications.
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City Council Minutes
December 16, 1963
Page -6-
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, recommended that the low bid be accepted
for each item except 4 and 5 and that the alternate bid in 4 and 5 be accepted
on the basis that they are more advantageous to the City.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the low bids
were accepted including 4A and 5A. Motion carried.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1223, a resolution increasing the
1963 -64 budget. (Account No. 262, Equipment Replacement, be increased by
$3,125.31; Account No. 850.6, Sewer - Capital Outlay, be increased by $649.89;
Account No. 208.6, Police - Capital Outlay, be increased by $41.54; that the
Unbudgeted Reserve be decreased by $41.54.)
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: Non_
7. At this time the City Council considered a Grant of Easement, Covenant, and
Quitclaim Deed for dedication of the street known as Deseret Place.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained the Quitclaim would dedicate for public
street purposes those portions of Deseret Place that were already fully
improved. The Covenant would call for installation of sidewalk and dedication
for public purposes those portions of the street which are not improved at
this time, and the easement which would cover storm drainage from the end of
Deseret Place to the creek.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the Mayor was
authorized to accept the Covenant, Grant of Easement and Quitclaim Deed and
record them on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
8. At this time the City Council considered a Quitclaim from the County Board
of Supervisors to the City of San Luis Obispo, an easement for public highway
purposes (n Bishop Street).
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that new Bishop Street would he along
the southerly property line of the County Hospital grounds and would be utilized
immediately for the installation of water main and a pump house site.
Mr. Romero pointed out that the understanding with the County and the City
was that the County would be under no obligation to improve Bishop Street and
that the City would quitclaim whatever interest it had in old Bishop Street.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the Mayor was
authorized to accept and record the Quitclaim on behalf of the City. Motion
carried.
9. Grant Deed and Agreement from the Central Church of Christ for street
widening on Johnson Avenue.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the Mayor
was authorized to accept the Grand Deed and sign the Agreement and record the
Grant Deed on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
10. Mr. Stan Cole, 1443 Monterey Street, appeared before the Council asking that
he be allowed to hook up to the existing sewer main going through his property,
as formerly there were five or more fixtures attached to the line from
buildings that he removed for his used car lot, and now he -would like to
connect his sales office to this line. He stated he would be responsible for
any stoppage in the line. He continued that the Building Department will not
give him a final inspection on his sales office until he installs a new sewer
line for the office. He asked that Council authorize him to use the line
through his property that was used by three (3) residences'before.
W. M. Houser, City Attorney, stated that the Plumbing Code wording on this
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matter is ambiguous and that the Building Department is now awaiting
interpretation from the Plumbing Conference. Ns. Houser stated that Mri Cole
is now hooked up and can use it until an answer is received from the
Conference with the consent of Mr. Cole to hold the City harmless from any
stoppage and the understanding that if the City decided to enforce the
existing requirements, then Mr. Cole would be required to disconnect.
Mr. Cole asked for Council approval so that the Electric Company can hook up
the lights to his used car office.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Davidson, permission was
granted Mr. Cole to occupy the building, hook up electrical service and use
the line as long as he would be responsible for any stoppage. Motion carried.
11. At this time the City Council considered the claim for damages by City Neon.
This matter was referred to the insurance carrier.
12. At this time the City Council held a public hearing, on the final passage
of Ordinance No. 276, an ordinance rezoning the Perozzi Annexation No. 2
from U to R -1.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that the rezoning requested covered
Ann Arbor Estates, Unit No. 3, Tract No.317.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, Ordinance No.
276 was finally.passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSKIT: None
13. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the report of the
Superintendent of Streets on the cost of the repair of sidewalk, curb and
gutter on the following properties:
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
David A. & Eva M. Wallis
1013 Peach Street
$59.00
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1127, a resolution establishing
sidewalk improvements and creating lien.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
14. The following communication was received from Daniel C. Chase requesting that
the sidewalk to be placed at 1501 Mill Street be laid adjacent to the curb:
"The City was requested that a sidewalk;be put in along the California Boulevard
side of our property at 1501 Mi11 Street.
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We would like the Council's permission that when the City employees install
this sidewalk that it will be laid adjacent to the curb. There are several
reasons for it needing to be laid adjoining the curb.
The most important reason' is that we would not be able to use the double
garage if it were to be set back at the ten foot line. There would be a
great drop to the garage without enough remaining space to make it possible
for a car to enter. We need the use of the double garage. Also, there would
be need for a great deal more cutting down into the land if it were set back.
A third reason would be that some planting along the house would then have to
be removed and the whole thing less attractive."
The following letter was received from Charles H. Kamm:
"The owner of the Northeast corner of Palm and California Boulevard desires
a six (6) foot integral sidewalk to be constructed on his property. This
being his frontage on California Boulevard he believes that this would eliminate
cutting so far into the side yard of the property and would allow more area
for a future building site. I would sincerely appreciate your consideration
in this matter."
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained the problem and recommended that an
integral sidewalk be installed.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that a variance
be granted subject to the City Engineer working out the transition with the
property owner and costs to be paid by the property owner that benefits.
Motion carried.
15. Petition from residence of the Teach School area requesting the installation
of sidewalks on Cuesta from Highland Avenue to Felton Way.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that the petition requested installation
of sidewalk on Cuesta Drive between Felton Way and existing improvements near
Highland Drive. The property owners had requested an integral 4 foot sidewalk
and City participation for grading the sidewalk installation.
Mr. Romero objected to the City doing grading as it would be a dangerous
precedent as the City would have to do grading for all sidewalk installations.
He also objected to reducing the width of the sidewalk less then the standards
approved by the Council.
Mr. Romero explained the driveway problem in the installation of driveway
ramps if sidewalks are installed as per the petition. He objected to any
non - standard sidewalk or driveway ramps. He reminded the Council that anywhere
within two (2) blocks of Teach School there is a heavy pedestrian usage.
Councilman Graves moved that a variance to four (4) feet sidewalk be approved
and grading not to be done by the City, but as a part of the sidewalk
installation cost.
Motion died for the lack of a second.
Councilman Miller stated he believed this matter should be held over until the
Council has had an opportunity to look the problem over. He also stated that
he objected to four (4) foot sidewalk as six (6) foot should be the minimum
due to the location of signs and hydrants, utility poles, etc. in the right of
way.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the matter
was held over to the next meeting with the City Engineer to present his
recommendation at that time.
16. At this time Mr. Kroeger of Griffenhagen- Kroeger presented a report on his
firm's findings on the organization and personnel for the City Police Department
and recommended as follows:
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1. That the staff work on traffic be transferred to an officer on
the day watch.
2, That administrative duties now divided between two officers on the
day watch be combined in one full -time staff assignment.
3. That the installation and removal of traffic counters be made the
responsibility of the public works department.
4. That the financing of the school crossing guard services be transferred
to the schools.
5. That a new police facility be included in the City's capital improvement
plan.
6. That the department be equipped with ten automobiles in contrast to the
present seven.
7. That patrol vehicles be marked and all others left unmarked.
8. That the use of motorcycles as a police vehicle not be resumed,
9. That the total complement for each watch be established at six positions.
10. That the authorized strength of the patrol division be three lieutenants,
three sergeants, and 22 patrolmen.
11. That the authorized strength of the department be increased by five.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, asked if five (5) added police officers
were added now or gradually would we still need one (1) a year.
Mr. Rroeger stated that this recommendation is based on the area to be
policed and not tied to any population figures. In general, he felt it
would be some time before additional personnel were needed unless the area
expanded greatly or the character of the community changed drastically.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that no action
be taken on this report until a more complete Council study is made on this
matter and until each recommendation is considered and suggested a study session
on this matter for some time in January, 1964. Motion carried.
17. At this time the City Council held a public auction for lease of grazing land
at the sewer farm as per advertized notice to bid.
The Mayor opened the bidding.
B. J. Connolly bid $1.50 per acre per month.
No other bidders.
The Mayor closed the bidding.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 277, an ordinance authorizing lease
of sewer farm property.
Passed to print on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
18. W. M. Houser, City Atto_rney.reported that the attorney for Mr. Ryan had
submitted an offer of settlement for the damages caused by the City's easement
in the amount of $1,000 and that Mr. Fitzpatrick, City Cleric, concurred that
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damages in this approximate amount were not unreasonable if, as the claimant
bad stated, that a building site was destroyed by the easement.
Mr. Houser requested authorization from the Council to set said claim up to
the amount of $1,000.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the settlement
recommended by the City Attorney was approved and ordered paid. Motion
carried.
19- The City Council discussed the proposal of the School District to pay sixty
dollars ($60) per year and take care of certain maintenance items for the
lease on the elementary school library building located on City property at
the corner of Buchon and Santa Rasa Street.
Mayor Davidson stated that he did not believe that the City should subsidize
the School District as the City is no richer than the School District and each
one should pay its own way and if the City was to get sixty dollars ($60) per
year, then the School District should pay for all repairs and maintenance of
the building including insurance premium and grounds surrounding the building.
W. M. Houser, City Attorney, stated that Mr. Woolpert had indicated in a
telephone conversation that the School District would be willing to qualify
its lease proposal to the extent that if any major repairs to the building
would be required, then the lease would be renegotiated.
Councilman Miller stated that regardless of who is involved, the City should
make all agreements cn a business -like basis and one hundred dollars ($100)
1 per month is a fair rent and the School District should he required to pay
a fair rent for the building.
Councilman Miller suggested that the City require one hundred dollars ($100)
rental less any credit for work accomplished by the School District.
Councilman Whelchel stated under the conditions as they exist, the City should
continue the sixty dollars ($60) a year lease but the School District keep
up the building maintenance.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the City
offer the School District an option of complete maintenance and repair at
sixty dollars ($60) a year for three (3) years and cost of fire insurance or
the City receive one hundred dollars $100) per moath'with the City responsible
for full maintenance and insurance, except for custodial service. Motion
carried.
20. At this time the City Council discussed the establishment of a building
setback line on Monterey Street from Santa Rosa north.
Councilman Graves reported on the committee meeting with representatives of
the property owners.
Lloyd E. Somogyi, Attorney representing the property owners on Mort -trey Street
involved in the setback line, stated that Mr. Hysen and Mr. Nelson presented
to the group the City's position and policy on street widening.
Mr. Somogyi stated that the property owners did not object to the City widening
Monterey Street, but they objected to the City acquiring land on a piece
meal basis as the property owners would be paying for the loss of value.
He stated that all the property owners involved agree that the City has the
right to acquire their property through condemnation and urged that the
City institute at this time the condemnation so that the property owners will
not have to lose value and use of property at the convenience of the City.
Mr. Somogyi stated that the property owners ypted unanimously to oppose the
establishment of a building setback line on Monterey Street without the City
setting a time of taking.
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Mr. Somogyi then presented the following petition to the City Council:
(51 signers)
"The undersigned hereby petition the Honorable Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo to refrain from adopting an ordinance establishing a Plan Line for that
portion of Monterey Street, located East of Santa Rosa Street, unless provision
is made for the present compensation of the abutting property owners, whose
property is subjected to said Plan Line.
"The undersigned petitiouersreontend that a Plan Line established pursuant to
a future street widening program constituted a present taking and damaging
of the real property on which said Plan Line is imposed, because the
restrictive effect of the Plan Line on the use of real property will as a
practical matter result in a diminution of market value, which reduction in
value will have to be borne by the property owners rather than the community
as a whole."
Mr. Somogyi a1Fo presented a property map showing all property owners who
object to, * -he building setback line.
Mr. Somogyi continue) by explaining to the Council the law and legality of
the Council establishing a building setback line or a plan line. He continued
that the property owner group, at their meeting, asked questions about the
planning concept of widening Monterey Street and then putting into a bottle-
neck at Santa Rosa Street. He stated that his group urged that the City Council
first consider the establishment of a pair of one way streets by using Monterey
Street and Palm Street as a couplet. Further, the property owner group asked
him to urge the Council to refrain from adopting a setback line on Monterey
Street without paying the property owners now for losses of value of property
' taken when the line is established.
Councilman Graves stated that the property owner group representatives had
been informed that in the near future parking would have to be removed from
Monterey Street due to congestion of traffic.
Councilman Miller reported to the Council on studies made by him in March,
1963:
"In evaluating the cost to the taxpayer for the widening of Monterey Street,
my findings are that the cost is not justifiable. Therefore, I will re-
commend to the City Council the denial of the Planning Commission's request
for a setback line on Monterey Street from the easterly limits to Santa Rosa
Street.
My reasons for denial are as follows:
The present street is wide enough to provide two (2) travel lanes in each
direction if curb side parking were eliminated. This, in my opinion, is
the practical solution to the problem for the interim.
My survey of the businesses fronting Monterey Street reveals the following:
Forty two (42) business establishments provide their own off - stret parking,
' ten do not, (of these, two (2) could provide off - street parking if developed)
and 17 parcels are residences which in time will be converted to commercial
developments that could provide off - stret parking.
One suggestion of a property owner was that those businesses who do not have
off -stret parking could establish a parking district to provide these
facilities.
My second reason for denial is that eventually Palm and Monterey Streets could
be used as a one -way couplet. A structure would be required on Palm Street
at the railroad. Good judgement dictates public money would be prudently
spent for providing this structure instead of spending like funds for eventual
widening of Monterey Street.
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"A third reason is that the plan before the City Council stops at Santa Rosa
Street thus creating a funnel on Monterey Street west of Santa Rosa.
My last reason is the City is faced with Street widening projects of greater
need. It is questionable whether Monterey would ever be widened in our time.
If this is the case, it does not seem right to cloud the title of these people's
property with a threat of a future street widening when there is a question
whether such a widening is justifiable.
Therefore, I recommend to the Council that we deny the Planning Commission's
request for a setback line on Monterey Street."
He also stated that he would recommend that the City not establish a setback
line at this time.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the
Council abandon the setback line on Monterey Street.
Councilman Graves stated he would not vote for this motion as he believed
the Council should look to future of the City for future citizens and future
vehicle movement. He then explained the procedure under which the City would
acquire property for widening such as negotiating with property owners. If no
agreement was made, then condemnation would be instituted as this street must
be widened. The City must make provisions for future growth of the City.
Mr. Somogyi stated his clients did not agree with any delay in acquiring the
property but urged that if the City passes the building setback line, then the
City should immediately begin acquiring the land for widening and pay for it
at today's costs.
Councilman Whelchel opposed the setback line and urged a one way street on
Palm and Ponterey Street and believed that this is the best way to handle the
traffic problem coming from the north end of town and urged that the Council
abandon their building setback line proposal.
Mayor Davidson stated that he was only interested in maintaining the value
of the property, and he stated further that he did not believe that the
establishment of a setback line put a cloud on the property or decreased the
value of the property. Further,he believed that within twenty (20) years the
traffic would be doubled on Monterey Street and he believed that this plan was
for the best development of the City and of the property owners.
Motion carried on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: R. L. Graves, Jr.
ABSENT: Pion
21. At this time the City Council discussed the proposed setback line on Chorro
Street between Mill and the Freeway.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented a map of the proposed street widening
of Chorro Street from Palm Street to the Freeway underpass.
He suggested that the establishment of a setback line at this time would'be
premature and recommended that action be withheld until adoption of the
Freeway route for Highway 1.
Councilman Graves moved that the action be delayed on the Cborro Street
setback line until Freeway No. 1 route matter has been decided.
Potion died for the lack of a second.
Mayor Davidson suggested that a six (6) foot sidewalk be installed on Chorro
from Mill to Stenner Creek.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the City Engineer
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was to prepare a report and notice calling for hearing for installation of
six (6) foot sidewalk. Motion carried.
22. Discussion.by the City Council of the report of E. P. Thompson, Water
Superintendent, on cast iron and asbestos - cement pipe.
A. Communication from Johns - Manville Corporation requesting an opportunity
to present additional information on their product.
Both items were held over for additional information from E. P. Thompson,
Water Superintendent.
23. At this time the City Council considered appointments to the Police Advisory
Board for members whose terms expire December 31, 1963.
Mayor.Davidson stated that he had contacted the members whose terms were
expiring and that they again wished to serve and hoped that the Council would
reappoint them.
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On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that H. H.
Morris be reappointed for a one year term as Chairman, and that George Bushong
and Ethel Cooley be reappointed for a three year term. Motion carried.
24. The City Council discussed communications from the following organizations:
Ray Heer, President of the Fair Play Council
League of Women Voters
Governor Brown
The Methodist Church of San Luis Obispo
These organizations requested that the City Council appoint a "Bi- racial
Committee" to identify tensions and improve cooperation and communication
between all races.
Councilman Miller stated that the late President, John F. Kennedy, asked local
governments to establish Human Relations Committees to study inter - racial
problems in the community. He believed that the Mayor and City Council should
appoint a committee to study the bi- racial problems in order to solve any
problems and to instill a feeling of brotherhood in the City.
Councilman Miller recommended that the Council recognize the Falr Play Council
as the official Human Relations Committee of the City.
Reverend Heer read as follows from his letter:
"Following the example of other commmities many local citizens have gathered
together and formed a bi- racial Fair Play Council to help solve these particular
problems. This bi- racial group is already in existence and is developing a
broad community base. However, we feel the need for and respectfully request
that the City Council appoint a bi- racial Human Relations Committee. We
suggest that this committee be composed of representatives of different racial
groups drawn from people who have some knowledge of and sympathy for developing
better race relations.
We also suggest that the purposes of the Human Relations Committee be (1) to
evaluate racial relations in the community, (2) to coordinate the efforts of
various community groups and agencies to help resolve tensions that may exist,
(3) to help prevent other tensions from developing in the future. The
committee should be responsible to the City,Council."
He suggested that an additional committee should be appointed on Human
Relations responsible to the City Council and possibly allow the Fair Play
Council to continue to operate as it does now.
Mayor Davidson stated that possibly a small committee from the Fair Play
Council could be appointed to represent the Committee.
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The Mayor asked Rev. Beer for a list of the members of the Fair Play Council.
on motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that a
Council Committee be appointed to study the size and make up of a "Bi- racial
Human Relations Committee. Motion carried.
Mayor Davidson appointed Councilmen Graves and Miller and Reverend Heer andp`
Mrs. McIntosh as a Council Committee to make recommendations to the Council- on-1
the formation of a Bi- racial Council.
25. Mrs. McIntosh appeared before the City Council asking that a City ordinance be
adopted controlling itinerant salesmen and that the Chamber of Commerce and
the Police Department be notified when ever licenses are issued to itinerant
salesmen.
Her committee is now working on a suggested ordinance for the Council's
information.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, this matter
was referred to the Council Committee studying itinerant photographers.
Motion carried.
26. Traffic Committee Report of December 11, 1963.
63 -12 -IC The Council will recall that a letter was received from the Joshua
Trailer Sales Company at 410 Higuera Street, asking for 100 feet of time limit
parking zone along the west side of Higuera Street north of the red zone at
the Marsh Street intersection. Some time back the Traffic Committee
recommended that this block between Carmel and Marsh on Higuera be established
as a two hour zone completing the pattern from the south City limits up to and
including the entire business district. At that time, the Council denied this
recommendation stating that they wished to wait until there was more demand
for such a zone. We feel that the time is now and recommend a two hour time
limit zone with the usual time limits.
Councilman Whelchel stated that be believed that the only problem apparently
is in front of the auto shop and trailer sales, and on this basis, possibly
limiting parking in front of these budinesses is the answer.
Mayor Davidson reported that the following businesses and property owners
contacted him and objected to the establishment of a two hour parking limit
on Higuera Street between Carmel and Marsh Streets.
Carscaden - Westway Market - 447 Higuera Street
Helfert - Culligan's Soft Water Service - 445 Higuera Street
Freeman - Freeman Sign Service - 448 Higuera Street
Ledson - Tower Cafe - 427 Higuera Street
Referred to the Traffic Committee for additional study.
63 -12 -2T With the construction and other business activities on Marsh Street
between Osos and Santa Rosa Street, we have had a request from Takken's Shoe
Store for a 12 minute green zone and we recommend this installation on the
east side of Marsh Street.
' On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1226, a resolution establishing
parking and traffic restrictions on Marsh, Fel Mar and 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 W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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63 -12 -3T For some time, the Traffic Committee has been looking at the
obstruction to visibility at the corner of Ramona Drive and La Entrada, and
we have been receiving continual complaints on the situation. The property
owners have done an attractive job of landscaping, but we feel that it
necessary that the planting be removed within the 10 foot City right of wgy
and that the large tree back of the right of way but within 35 feet of the.,
corner be trimmed as much as possible to improve visibility. If the Council
has no objection, the City Engineer will take steps to have this done.
The Council had no objection.
63 -12 -4T A request has been received for a stop sign on Fel -Mar Drive at
Patricia. Motorists coming down the hill have the habit of cutting the corner
when making a left hand turn or make a fast right hand turn which constitutes
a hazard to Patricia traffic. It is therefore recommended that the stop sign
be installed.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1226, a resolution establishing
parking and traffic restrictions on Marsh, Fel Mar and 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 W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
63 -12 -5T The City Engineer'has"suggested -that an additional car space
between'driveway ramps be painted red on the north side of Monterey east of Santa
Rosa to facilitate right hand turning movements for west bound motorists: -If
this additional red zone is approved, the City Engineer will take steps to
extend`the" turning pockets in an'easteriy direction.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following•
resolution was'introduced'. Resolution No 11226, a resolution establishing
parking and traffic restrictions on Marsh, Fel Mar and 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 W. Whelchel
NOES ii None
ABSENT: None
63 -124T We have had a- complaint about an obstruction to.visibility on the
northwest corner of Tenbrook and Lawrence. .If the Council has no objection,
the City Engineer will see what can be done about trimming down the high hedge
on the westerly property line of the corner house on the north side of Lawrence.
The Council had no objection.
R. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, that a street
light be placed on Ella Street and the Ctty Engineer to ask Pacific Gas &
' Electric to make a study of a light plan for the area. Motion carried.
27. The following communication was received from R. D. Miller, Administrative
& Officer, regarding the purchase of additional parking meters for the Citye -
28.
"About three weeks ago we received a letter from the Traffic Appliance
Corporation who handle Duncan - Miller '%anal" parking meters offering us
200 used 1959 vintage meters with completely rebuilt mechanisms in refinished
housings for $32.50 plus tax and freight charges. These freight charges are
estimated at 40 to 50 cents per meter. The meters would be guaranteed
unconditionally for two years against defective workmanship and material.
The $32.50 price compares with about $57.50 for new meters and $40.00 for new
used meters. The Council will recall that provision was made in this year s
budget for 170 new meters at about $51.00 each after deducting $7.00 for
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"estimated trade in allowances.
After receiving the offer from Traffic Appliance, I wrote back asking w6}
trade in allowance they would give us on our old Dual meters, but they.eaid
they were not interested in taking trade ins, since the old meters were of
no use to them.
At the same time we wrote to the Rockwell Company who make the "automatic -`
Park -O- Meters, asking for quotes on a comparable basis for used meters'of about
the same vintage and received a letter quoting $33.00 without trade in ind
$32.00 with trade in. The $33.00 figure was almost identical to the quote
from Duncan- Miller of $32.50 plus 40 or 50 cents freight.
In deference to Mr. Romero's preference for rurcan- Miller meters but also in
order to preserve a good competitive situation, it would be my recommendation
that we order 200 Duncan- Millers at $32.50 plus tax and freight; and 50
Park -O- Meters at $32.00 plus tax and including trade ins. These purchases would.
total $8,530.00 and since we have already bought 73 new used meters this fiscal
year at a cost of $3,061.76, we would have to add $2,841.76 to the original
budget. Monies are available in the off - street parking reserve for this
purpose.
Purchase of the 250 meters would allow us to replace all of the old Dual meters
on the street and would leave only 265 meters of the older variety located on
three of our off - street parking lots.
If the Council were to approve the purchase, it would mean that we were able to
buy 323 meters this year at a total cost of $11,591.76, or an average of less
than $36.00 per mater. This compares with an original budget proposal of
$8,750.00 for 170 meters at more than $51.00 nsr meter. A savings of
' approximately $5,000.00 is indicated. "
The following communication was received from D. F. Romero, City Engineer.
"Since we are now considering another major purchase of parking meters, I
believe it is appropriate that we present information we have compiled over
the past nine months experience with the two makes of parking meters.
During this period, we have had 113 Park -O- Meters and 341 Duncan Millers in
operation. There have been 13 meter jams on the Park -O- Meters for a ratio of
1 jam per 8.7 meters and 9 meter jams on the Duncan Millers for a ratio of I jams
per every 37.8 meters during this period. Stated in another way, the Park-0-
Meters have been iammed 4.35 times as often as the Duncan Miller Meters. This
fact alone, since it reflects quite strongly in customer dissatisfaction with the
parking meter program and the City in general, should be a primary consider-
ation in our new meter purchase.
We have now had considerable experience with the collecting, winding, repairing,
and cleaning of these two makes of meters. We have found that it takes 24
seconds to collect a Duncan Miller meter and 36 seconds to collect and wind a
Park -O- Meter. This differential of 12 seconds per meter results in a savings
of 10.4 minutes per meter per year. It takes I hour and 15 minutes to clean
a Duncan Miller meter and 1 hour and 35 minutes to clean a Park -O- Meter.
Since this is done every two years, the net savings for Duncan Miller over
' Park -O -Meter amounts to 10 minutes per meter per year. Repairs on the Duncan
Miller meter are generally easier but we have no accurate time figures on this.
Considering present day salary and overhead costs and a 15 year life for the
meters, we find that the cost differential to the City for winding, collecting,
and cleaning amounts to $17.55 over the life of the meter. Stated in another
way, it is to the City's advantage to purchase Duncan Miller manual meters
until the Park -O- Meter's initial price Is $17.55 cheaper, if our decision is
based solely on City cost and operation. I wish to emphasize again that the
low bid method of purchase is not always to the City's advantage. We must
consider the least cost over the life of the equipment in order to properly
expend City funds.
City Council Minutes
December 16, 1963
Page -17-
"I have received a report from each of the Meter Maids regarding their
experience with the two makes of meters. Each favors the Duncan Miller for
the following reasons:
1. The public seems to favor the Duncan Miller Meter because there is no
confusion as to where to insert the money since the coin slot is in front,
whereas the coin slot for the Park -O -Meter is on the side and somewhat out
of sight.
2. The violation tag on the Duncan Miller is easier to see from the scooter.
3. The Duncan Miller meter is not as susceptible to coin jams and needs very
little on- street repair.
4. It is much easier to find out why the Duncan Miller meter Is not operating
because of its simplier mechanism.
5. The Duncan Miller meter does not have to be wound and therefore cannot
run down and become inoperative on this account.
6. Meter exchanges are much easier with the Duncan Miller meter since they
can be removed from the case with one simple operation.
The only adverse comment from the Meter Maids regarding the Duncan Miller meter
was that the public occasionally places a dime in the slot marked for pennies
and nickels rather than in the slot for dimes, and therefore gets only 12
minutes time.
1 Each of the Meter Maids recommends strongly in favor of Duncan Miller meters.
On the basis of a much superior jam ratio, much less maintenance, collection,
and operation costs, the unanimous preference of the meter repairmen and the
Meter Maids who work directly with the parking meters, it would appear to be
an improper expenditure of City funds to purchase the Park -O -Meter in direct
competition with the Duncan Miller meter.
It is my recommendation, based on considerable research in other cities
throughout California and a substantial amount of experience with both
makes of meters in our City, that the City standardize on the Duncan Miller
meters and purchase no other make."
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that the City
Council accept the recommendation of the Administrative Officer, was lost on
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil
NOES: R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
ABSENT: None
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the City buy
200 used 1959 Duncan Miller meters. Motion carried.
Mr. Miller asked if there was any objection to buying 250 Duncan Miller meters
if available. There was no objection.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1224, a resolution increasing the
1943 -1964 budget. (Account No. 263.1, Off Street Parking Reserve, be increased
by $3,000.00)
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Council Minutes
December 16, 1963
Page -18-
29. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented plans and specifications for Municipal
Parking Lot #9.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the plans
and specifications were approved and authorization was given to call for bids.
Motion carried.
30. Discussion by the City Council on the recommendation of the City Engineer on
the adoption of uniform improvement standards in the City, was held over.
31. Consideration by the City Council of the modification of the Fire. Zone Nap,
was held over.
32. Communication from the Fire Chief requesting Council approval of building
demolition by burning, was held over.
33. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reported on the status of the sewage treatment
plant as follows:
Mr. Romero reported that all items with the exception of the following had
been completed at the Sewage Treatment Plant:
Install thermostat for heaters in laboratory.
Furnish and install autoclave in laboratory.
Furnish chair and two stcols in laboratory.
Furnish and install satisfactory schematic panel in office.
Replace noisy relay in electric control center.
He explained that these items had been delayed in shipment; therefore, this
work was somewhat beyond the control of the contractor. Total value of the
remaining work to be done is approximately $1,500.
Mr. Romero recommended approval of the final payment less $3,000 for items
left undone, double the value of the work.
Mr. Miller suggested it be pegged at $5,000 instead.
on motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, approval was
granted for final payment less $5,000. Motion carried.
34. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented a letter regarding street deficiency
report.
Mr. Romero explained that this was a continuation of the Street Deficiency
Report presented to the State in 1960 and must be presented prior to
January 15, 1964. The intent of the study is to indicate to the pity and to the
State the amount of progress in correcting street deficiencies since 1960.
Mr. Romero also pointed out that he was proposing to use this map for the
select system of streets which will replace the existing major street system
for expenditure of gas tax funds and that this map would also be presented
to the State on October 1, 1964.
35. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1228, a resolution requesting the
1 Board of Supervisors to include a portion of Orcutt Road in the Federal Aid
System.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
36. Communication from Warren Sinsheimer requesting reconsideration by the City
Council of the abandonment of a portion of Oso¢: Street and Olive Street adjacent
to Stenner Creek, was held over until the Division of Highways adopts a freeway
route for Highway No. 1, on motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by
Mayor Davidson. Motion carried. Counciiman'Miller' voted no.
City Council Minutes
December 16, 1963
Page -19-
37. Communication from the City of Barstow regarding House Resolution No. 6457, was
received and filed.
38. Communication from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, forwarding information regarding
Marsh and Higuera Streets since they have been placed in one way operation,
was received and filed.
39. Progress report from Central California Communications Corporation, on cable
T. V., was received and filed.
40. Status of water treatment facilities contract between the City and Cal Poly,
was received and filed.
41. Reminder that a public hearing will be held on December 18, 1963,at 10:00 A. M.
in the City Hall by the State .Water Rights Board in regard to water rights
at Salinas Dam, was received and filed.
42. Reminder that a public hearing will be held on December 19, 1963, by the
Division of Highways for discussion of the proposed alternate freeway
routing of Highway No. 1 was received and filed.
The City Council discussed the action by the City, if any, regarding the route
being proposed by the State Division of Highways for the re- routing of
Highway No. 1 through the City.
Mayor Davidson stated that he believed that the City Council should make a
statement as to which cf the three routes proposed by the State would be
most acceptable to the City.
Councilman Graves stated he did not believe that any of the routes proposed by
the State were satisfactory as he believed that a route through Los Osos Valley
connecting with Highway No. 1 at Camp San Luis Obispo would be the best route,
but that if the only alternatives were the three routes as presently proposed
by the Division of Highways, then the Broad Street would be the better of the
three.
Councilman Whelchel stated he did not believe that the City should take any
stand on routes until all the information has been considered.
Councilman Miller urged the City Council not to take any stand on the
Highway No. 1 routing until after the public hearing was held by the Division
of Highways and until some reaction was received from the citizens who are
involved in these proposed routes.
City Engineer Romero stated upon question from the Mayor, that he believed
that the City should take a stand and support the route that would be most
advantageous to the City as a whole, since once the freeway is built it
cannot be changed.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, suggested that the Council co:; take
any stand on this matter at this time.
The City Council discussed the City's action on this matter of the proposed
1 routes for Highway No. 1 and whether the City should take a firm stand and
support one of the three routes proposed or not. After discussion it was
moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, that the Mayor be
authorized to notify the State Division of Highways that the Broad Street
alignment would be the most advantageous to the City of the three routes
proposed.
Councilman Miller objected to the Council taking any action on this at this
time as the Council should wait until the December 19, 1963 meeting is held
before making any recommendations. He also requested that a roll call vote
be made on the motion.
Motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr.
NOES: Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
ABSENT: None
City Council Minutes
December 16, 1963
Page -20-
43. W. M. Houser, City Attorney, explained that Mr. Meece had acquired two (2)
parcels that were included in the proposed seperated crossing at Orcutt Road
and Southern Pacific Railroad tracks and that he was having difficulty
reselling or developing the property because of the City's announced plans
to acquire the parcels. Mr. Meece submitted his actual cost figures paid in
acquiring the two (2) parcels and had offered to sell it to the City for the
total of such cost and expenses plus $1,000;that this totaled $20,122.28 plus
taxes.
J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, stated that this was the same parcels offered
to the City a short time ago for $28,000 and he thought the new offer was
more in line with the fair market value of the property.
The City Council asked Mar. Miller where the money would come from.
Mr. Miller answered that the money could come from the new gas tax money.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City
Attorney was authorized to proceed with the acquisition of the property as
the agreed on price. Motion carried.
44. Communication received from John Ross, Architect, regarding a policy by which
the Building Department requires a detailed schematic layout, was referred
to Peter Chapman, Planning & Building Director, for study and report to the
City Council.
45. Communication from Francis McNamara requesting that the City Council excuse the
penalties on the 1963 -64 taxes paid by him on December 10th, 1963 which were
received by the City postmarked after the deadline of 5:00 P. M. on December
1963.
Mr. McNamara explained that his tax bills and checks were deposited in the
U. S. Post Office long before the 5:00 P. M. deadline and could not understand
how the City could hold him responsible for the non - delivery of the mail by the
Post Office Department.
Mr. Houser, City Attorney, explained to the City Council the provisions of the
Vanicipal Code dealing with receipt and payment of taxes and stated that the
City Tax Collector had no choice but to follow the provisions of the Code
and to return with penalties all taxes received or postmarked after the
December 10th date at 5:00 P. M.
It was the common consent of the Council that no special changes be made
due to the provisions of the Municipal Code, but the City Attorney requested to
present amendments to the Code stating deadline of date, not time..
46. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the meeting
adjourned at 12:45 A. M., December 17, 1963.
Approved: January 20, 1964
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