HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/02/1964REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
November 2, 1964 - 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, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
CITY STAFF
Present: P. Chapman, Director of Planning & Building; J. H.
Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; R. D. Miller, Administrative
Officer; D. F. Romero, City Engineer; L. Schlobohm,
Fire Chief; W. Schofield, Police Chief; J. Stockton,
Parks & Recreation Department.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, the minutes
of the meetings of October 5 and 19, 1964, were approved as read. Motion
carried.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, claims against
the City for the month of November, 1964, were approved subject to the approval
of the Administrative Officer.
I 1. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the
following salary step increases were approved:
LUOMA, Edward D., Police Officer, from Step 4 at $535 to Step 5 at $565
per month, effective December 1, 1964,
OLIVE, Douglas C., Police Officer, from Step 4 at $535 to Step 5 at $565
per month, effective December 1, 1964.
OSB URN, Versha L., Stenographer, from Scep 1 at $345 to Step 2 at $365
per month, effective December 1, 1964.
REINSTEIN, Janice D., Stenographer, from Step 1 at $345 to Step 2 at $365
per month, effective December 1, 1964.
RYAN, Barbara, Typist - Clerk, from Step 3 at $365 to Step 4 at $385 per
month, effective December 1, 1964.
SHERMAN, Reed E., Administrative Aide, from Step 1 at $405 to Seep 2 at
$430 per month, effective December 1, 1964.
SOTO, Ralph H., Laborer - Equipment Operator, from Step 1 at $385 to Step
2 at $405 per month, effective December 1, 1964.
YOUNGBLOOD, Gary M., Police Officer, from Step 1 at $455 to Step 2 at
$480 per month, effective December 1, 1964.
2. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the
following contract payments were approved, including Change Order No. 1
for M. J. Hprmreck, subject to the approval of the City Engineer.
Valley Paving & Construction Company
Street Reconstruction
Pismo -Osos to High Street Est. #5 $1,090.63
Est. #6
(Final) $49127.94 (100%
complete)
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Ted Watkins Construction Company
Broad - Murray Street Culvert
M. J. Hermreck
Foothill Boulevard Street Improvement
Est. #3 $25,926.98
(71% complete)
Est. #5 $5,264.65
(100% complete)
Change Order #1 $4,529.61
City Engineer Romero explained that the Change Order involved the
installation of a water stop in downstream wingwalls, revision of
landscaping and construction of steps to the Lutheran Church,
construction of a fish channel, removal of unsuitable material from
the job site, and additional structural excavation under the pipe itself.
Madonna Construction Company
Phase "M", Part 7 Est. #3 $75.60
Est. 1/4
(Final) $19229.86
(100% complete)
Madonna Construction Company
Phase "M ", Part 6 Est. #3 $75.60
Est. 14 $1,187.12
(Final) (100% complete)
3. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, a Grant
Deed and Street Widening Agreement from Oliver Jones and Katherine Jones
for Foothill Boulevard widening, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized
to sign the Agreement and have the Grant Deed recorded on behalf of the
City. Motion carried.
4. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on bids received for construction
of Municipal Parking Lot No. 10 (Mission Plaza).
They were as follows:
Ted Watkins Construction Company
Madonna Construction Company
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended
Construction Company.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded
bid of Ted Watkins Construction Company i
$6,115.50
$6,272.00
the low bid of Ted Watkins
by Councilwoman McNeil, the low
,ras accepted.
5. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on bids received for Foothill
Boulevard widening - La Entrada to South Tassajara.
They were as follows:
Ted Watkins Construction Company $8,386.21
Madonna Construction Company $8,073.10
City Engineer Romero explained the bids and prior bids.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that
all bids be deferred until next spring as bids are too high. Motion
carried.
6. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, the
ordinance was introduced for final passage. Ordinance No. 296, an
ordinance amending Section 8900.6 of the Municipal Code pertaining to
the enclosures around swimming pools.
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
7. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the
following ordinance was introduced for final passage. Ordinance No. 2973
an ordinance rezoning the.Jones Parcel from R -1 to R -3.
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
ABSENT: None
8. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1345, a resolution
increasing the 1964 -65 Budget. (Account No. 250.1, Public Improvement
and Betterment - Sidewalk Construction, increased by $5,000.00)
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
X. Mayor Davidson reported to the Council on the County Board of Supervisors
meeting at which additional recreation was being proposed for Santa
Margarita Lake. It appears that the County is asking $72,000 from Wildlife
Conservation Funds to make these improvements. The Mayor stated he was.
sure that the Council will hear more on this proposal at a later date,
when the City is asked to approve additional recreation on the reservoir.
X1. Mayor Davidson reported to the Council on action to date on the World's
Fair being suggested for San Luis Obispo County in 1968, at Pismo Beach,
and reported on a meeting held with the World's Fair representatives who
felt that County -wide approval was the answer to get the fair in the
county.
Councilman Whelchel declined the appointment on the Fair Committee.
Mayor Davidson appointed Councilman Miller as a committee member to work
with him on the World's Fair Committee.
X2. Mayor Davidson announced that the Junior College Board voted 4 -1 to house
the temporary Junior College at Camp San Luis Obispo.
20. At this time the City Engineer, D. F. Romero, reported on street
widening for Martin Polin on the south side of Foothill Boulevard and
acceptance by the Council of a Grant Deed and Street Widening Agreement.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that sinee a substantial sum
($10,316.25) was involved, he wished to bring this agreement to the
attention of the Council prior to payment to the property owner. He
explained further that this widening involves property in front of the
Sizzler Steak House and that approximately twice this much property must
be acquired to complete the widening of the Polin property on the south
side of Foothill Boulevard.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the Grant
Deed and Street Widening Agreement were tentatively approved. Mayor
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Davidson voted no.
21A. Communication from Lamoro Company, developers of the Morganti property
on Los Osos Road, offering property to the City of San Luis Obispo for a
school site so.that the City could reclaim the site granted the school
district at Laguna Lake.
In answer to a Council question as to the availability of funds,
Administrative Officer Miller said the money would probably have to come
from the General Fund. Depending on fiscal experience this:year, there
would probably be something in excess of $87,000 this year, but this
would leave the City with no ending balance and would cut things pretty
tight. In answer to a question about the feasibility of buying part this
year and part next, Mr. Miller said he felt this would be legally possible
if next year's purchase were in the form of an obligation with no
absolute commitment being made by the City.
21B. Communication from the Chairman of the Planning Commission urging that
the City accept the proposal of the Lamoro Corporation to acquire a
school site on Los Osos Road and that the school site at Laguna Lake
be returned to the City for development with the balance of the City owned
property into a regional park. Mr. Schwartz, Planning Commission Chairman,
explained the reasons for the Commission asking the Council to make this
purchase if the funds are available.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, that the
Council instruct City Attorney Houser, Administrative Officer Miller,
City Clerk Fitzpatrick, and Mayor Davidson to start negotiations with
Lamoro Company for acquisition of twenty five (25) acres for a Junior
High School site subject to the School Board's approval. Notion carried.
Councilman Whelchel suggested that name be changed to Higuera Road.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, that the
Planning Commission study the re- naming of Higuera Street south from
Marsh Street to Highway No. 101.
22. Communication from the First American Title Company, 900 Pacific Street,
asking the City Council to convert some of the 10 hour meters on Pacific
Street to 2 hour and 12 minute meters, was referred to the Traffic
Committee on motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson.
Notion carried.
23. Communication from Mrs. Weatherman asking the status of her claim against
the City for damages to sewer line in front of her property at 650 Foothill
Boulevard, was referred to the insurance company, on motion of Councilman
Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil. Motion carried.
9. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the Precise Plan
for Buildings, A. C, D, & E for the Planned Development of the shopping
center for the Skinner Development at Los Osos Road and Madonna Road,
The following communication was received from the Planning Director:
"Resolution No. 125 -64 of the Planning Commission recommends approval of
an amendment to the preliminary plan of Mr. Skinner's shopping center as
shown on the attached map, subject to the parking layout being approved by
the City Engineer.
Resolution No. 126 -64 of the Planning Commission recommends approval of the
precise plans of Buildings A and C, D, E as shown on the plan, subject to
the parking layout and landscaping being approved by the City Engineer
and Planning Director.
The Planning Commission was disappointed in the revised plan and -felt that
it would not be as attractive as that originally proposed, Mr. Gordon
explained that the ice skating rink had been omitted because the wind
conditions would make it impossible to maintain an ice surface. The
water feature had therefore been introduced as an alternative to this
original concept.
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The detached building shown as a bank will not be used for this purpose.
It is now contemplated for use as an office, probably by the Skinner
organization. The Commission had no objections to this proposal.
The Commission recommends that the area to be developed at this stage
should be landscaped and screened to create a defined entity."
Planning Director Chapman explained the changes being proposed by
Mr. Skinner.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1352, a resolution
approving the changes to the preliminary plan for the shopping center and
accepting landscaping, screening and parking layout changes subject to the
approval of the City Engineer and Planning Director.
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
10. Traffic Committee Report of October 9, 1964.
' 64 -10 -1T The Traffic Committee has taken a look at the three yellow
loading zone spaces placed on the north side of Monterey Street to either
side of the alley ramp into the old Court house building. These zones
were placed for the convenience of the Sheriff's Office and other law
enforcement agencies during construction of the Court House Annex. Now
that the construction has been completed, the Traffic Committee recommends
that these three spaces be replaced with regular parking meter spaces.
64 -10 -2T In response to a request that we look into ways and means of
alleviating the problem of all -day parkers on Boysen Avenue in the vicinity
of the various medical offices on the north side, the Traffic Committee
feels that a two hour zone would be appropriate on both sides of Boysen
as follows: On the north side from Santa Rosa in a westerly direction to
the curve, namely in front of 225 Santa Rosa which faces Boysen, 990 Boysen
and 878 Boysen; on the south side from Santa Rosa to the beginning of the
third driveway ramp into the College Square Shopping Center.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1347, a resolution
establishing parking meter zones on Monterey Street and 2 hour parking
restrictions on Boysen Avenue.
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
64 -10 -3T The Traffic Committee has noted obstructions to visibility
on the southwesterly and southeasterly corners of Almond and Mission, and
if the Council has no objection, the City Engineer will take steps to have
these obstructions cut down to the three foot level.
The Council had no objection.
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11. Communication from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, forwarding complete
speed zone studies on a number of major streets within the community,
was referred to the Traffic Committee for study and report to the Council
on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel.
Motion carried.
12. At this time the City Engineer., D. F. Romero, presented specifications
for exposed aggregate sidewalks for the Councils consideration.
The Council determined that the plastic finish, which is proposed to
improve the appearance of the finished exposed aggregate sidewalk, should
be made an optional requirement.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1349, a resolution
establishing standards for exposed aggregate sidewalk.
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
' 13. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1350, a resolution
requiring sidewalk improvement on Branch Street.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Pl...ss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1351, a resolution
requiring sidewalk improvements on Foothill, California Boulevard and
Crandall.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald 0. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
14. Communication from Peter Chapman, Planning Director, regarding the
proposed annexation of the Auto Park property.
Mr. Chapman reported that in a discussion with the County Building
Department, that the County would not issue a building permit to Mr.
Maino for construction at the Auto Park as the property is presently
zoned for agriculture and could not be developed for commercial unless
it was rezoned for this purpose.
Mr. Chapman felt, in his discussion with the County Building Department
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that the County would be reluctant to rezone this property for
commercial use, but suggested that possibly the building permit
request could be made to the Board of Supervisors.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, that this
matter be referred to the Board of Supervisors for their consideration.
Motion carried.
15. At this time the City Council considered the revised agreement with the
Fish and Game Commission regarding recreation on Whale Rock Reservoir.
Mrs. Arsenio appeared before the Council objecting to any compromise
being made with the Fish and Game Commission and urged that the City
and the Whale Rock Commission let the matter go to court and let the
court decide the matter. Further, she disagreed with applying for any
funds to make recreation studies, as it may be found feasible and
where would this put the Council.
Mrs. Arsenio recommended:
I. Legal decision relative to fishing, etc'. be settled by the court.
2. Work to change State law to make Health Department set standards
for recreation on water reservoirs.
Mayor Davidson stated that the City, by agreement, is obligated to
cooperate with the Fish and Game Commission and he felt that the making
of such studies was one way to show cooperation.
Councilman Graves stated that he believed that this agreement is a
delaying tactic and does not jeopardize the City's legal rights.
Fred Hamlin asked the City Council to reaffirm its past action in
stating that before any expansion of recreation or new recreation on
terminal reservoirs, a vote of the people of San Luis Obispo will first
be made.
Councilman Graves moved that the 1962 resolution be made a part of the
agreement, if approved by the City Council, and forwarded to the
Fish and Game Commission.
Councilman Whelchel stated that he did riot believe that the City or
Whale Rock Commission were giving anything up by adopting the proposed
agreement, as the City would then be cooperating as stated in the
original agreement.
On motion of _Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that the
City Council reaffirm Resolution No. 1047 (1962 Series), a resolution
opposing any expanded or new recreational development for terminal
reservoirs furnishing water to the people of the City.
Councilman Whelchel stated he could not vote on this motion as he
was not a Councilman at that time and had never read the resolution
being referred to.
Councilman Miller stated he objected to the Fish and Game Commission
representatives always pushing to put fish in Whale Rock, but refused
to place fish in Laguna Lake, where recreation is needed and used.
Motion carried, Councilman Whelchel voting no.
Councilman Whelchel stated he voted no as the resolution should be
limited to the safeguards to be established for each type of recreation.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the
amended agreement was approved and forwarded to the Fish and Game
Commission. Motion carried, Councilman Miller voting no.
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16. Communication from the Southern Pacific Company regarding leasing by
the City of certain portions of railroad right- of-way for beautification
purposes.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that
the matter be referred to the Planning Department for preparation of
plans and cost estimates for the Council's consideration. Motion
carried.
17. Communication from Rnuthson -Helms Company requesting acceptance by the
City Council of Tract No. 317, Ann Arbor Estates, and release of the
Construction Bond.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
matter was taken off of the agenda.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended that the City release $1,200.00
of unused inspection fees.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the release
of $1,000.00 was approved. Motion carried.
19. At this time the City Council discussed the proposal to have an
"Interflora Promenade" in the Mission Plaza consisting of trees from
the City of Yokohama, Japan.
Administrative Officer Miller explained that arrangements would be made
for a gift of Japanese cherry trees, and possibly the City of San Luis
Obispo would like to reciprocate by sending certain trees, native to
this area to the City of Yokohama. It might be well to secure a report
from Mr. Flory first, however, on any possible undesirable characteristics
of the species to be planted in the Mission Plaza area.
Further report is to be made by Mr. William Flory, Director of Parks
and Recreation, on the feasibility of this proposal.
24. Communication from C. R. Roberts, 76 North Broad Street, reporting to
the City Council damage to his property caused by construction work being
done in front of his property.
Mr. Romero, City Engineer, explained that the construction work
necessitated some excavation in the Roberts front yard and that some
damage to the lawn was inevitable. He explained that he had written
Mr. Roberts a letter to assure him that all improvements on his property
would be repaired in as good a condition as they were prior to
construction of the project.
This work to be done by the contractor at his sole expense.
By common consent, this matter was held over until the project has
been completed,
25. Announcement from the National Municipal League of the 70th Annual
Conference to be held in San Francisco on November 18 through 21, 1964,
and inviting participation by the City of San Luis Obispo, was ordered
received and filed.
26. Notice from the League of California Cities announcing the meeting
places and dates of the Assembly Interim Committee on Municipal and
County Governments to discuss "The Local Agency Formation Commissio
an Evaluation.and Suggestions for the 1965 Legislature," was orderer
27. Communication from the League of California Cities notifying the City
of the results of the 1963 -64 Employee Safety Contest in which the City
of San Luis Obispo placed 23rd in Group II (51 to 150 employees) with
an injury frequency rate of 20.82, (66 cities), was ordered received
and filed.
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28. Communication from George R. Mach, commending the City Council for
ordering the installation of sidewalks on Grand Avenue, was ordered
received and filed.
29. Communication from the San Luis Obispo Chapter of the American
Association of University Women announcing an interest in the
revised Mission Plaza Plan and asking that they be kept informed
of any way that they may help the development, was received and
filed.
30. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, announced the appointment of
Duane M. Musgrave as Police Officer effective November 16, 1964, at
$455 per month, subject to a probationary period of one year.
31. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that
the City Engineer prepare a study to improve San Luis Drive in front
of the school from California Boulevard to Johnson Avenue. Motion
carried.
32. Mayor Davidson explained the steps under consideration by the downtown
merchants and property owners to form a new downtown association to
push better development of downtown San Luis Obispo.
33. Fire Chief Schlobohm reported that the City Fire Department has been
asked to burn the Southern Pacific bunkers and asked for Council approval
to proceed.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Davidson, that the
request to burn the bunkers be denied. Motion carried.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Miller, the meeting
adjourned at 10:55 P. M. Motion carried.
Approved: November 16, 1964�ri.�`
��. H. FI ATRICK, CITY CLERK