HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/07/1964REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
December 7, 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; W. Flory, Superintendent
of Parks & Recreation; 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 Councilman Graves, the minutes of
November 25 and 30, 1964 were approved as read.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, claims
against the City for the month of December, 1964, were approved subject to
the approval of the Administrative Officer.
1. On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following salary step increases were approved:
CARDOZA, Anthony U., Laborer- E.juipment Operator, from Step 1 at $385 to
Step 2 at .$405 per month, effective January 1, 1965.
HIRD, Arthur E., Jr., Senior Engineering Aid, from Step 1 at $480 to Step
2 at $508 per month, effective January 1, 1965.
RING, John E., Fireman, from Step 1 at $455 to Step 2 at $480 per month,
effective January 1, 1965.
KREBS, Douglas L., Fireman, from Step 1 at $455 to Step 2 at $480 per month,
effective January 1, 1965.
LOVE, Mary Belle, Stenographer, from Step 3 at $385 to Step 4 at $405 per
month, effective January 1, 1965.
PAGE, Kenneth R., Groundskeeper, from Step 1 at $365 to Step 2 at $385
per month, effective January 1, 1965.
RICHARDS, Darrel I., Disposal Plant Operator, from Step 1 at $385 to
Step 2 at $405 per month, effective January 1, 1965.
SESENA, Leo J., Janitor, from Step 2 at $365 to Step 3 at $385 per month,
effective January 1, 1965.
SYLVIA, Donald J., Fireman, from Step 1 at $455 to Step 2 at $480 per
month, effective January 1, 1965.
2. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the follow-
ing contract payments were approved:
Fred J. Early, Jr., Co., Inc.
Water System Improvements Est. #14
(Final) $126,229.14
(100% complete)
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
Page -2-
Ted Watkins Construction Company
Broad - Murray Culvert Est. #4 $169734.26
Including Extra Work
in amount of $11750.09
13. Request from Ted Watkins Construction Company for extension of time to
complete Broad - Murray Street Culver*_.
Mr. Romero, City Engineer,briefed for the Council the problems encountered
on this project and the reason for the time delay.
Mr. Burke of the Ted Watkins Construction Company appeared before the
Council on behalf of their request for an extension of time on their
project due to unforeseen delays in pipe delivery and weather. They
requested an extension of four (4) working weeks.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that an
extension of four (4) working weeks be granted. Motion carried.
3. J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on bids received for Liability
Insurance for the City of San Luis Obispo. They were as follows:
Farmers Insurance Group
(Atkinson & Hollister) $10,519.80
Great American Insurance Company
(Fred L. Gist) $129712.15
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the
low bid of Farmers Insurance Group (Atkinson & Hollister) be awarded.
Motion carried.
4. At this time Mayor Davidson presented the following names of persons to
be appointed to the Mission Plaza Advisory Board for Architectural Control:
George Hasslein, Myron Graham, and Wes Conner.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, that George
Hasslein, Myron Graham and Wes Conner be accepted to the Board Motion
carried. Mr. Hasslein was appointed as Chairman of this Board.
5. Communication from the Administrative Officer recommending to the City
Council that he be authorized to contact the Department of Finance
requesting the preparation of a population estimate as of March 1, 1965.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the
request was approved. Motion carried.
6. A. For Council consideration and approval, Covenant from Knuthson-
Helms Company for temporary erection of retaining walls in Tract No. 317,
Ann Arbor Estates No. 3.
B. For Council consideration and approval, Grant Deed from Cal- Carter
Development, Inc. for that portion of Lot A of the Breed's Addition in
the south half of Section 22.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the above
mentioned Covenant and Grant Deed were approved and authorization was
given to the Mayor to sign said documents on behalf of the City and
have them recorded. Motion carried.
7. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on suggested speed
zone changes on Orcutt Road - Broad to Johnson (from 65 MPH to 35 MPH),
Foothill Blvd. - Broad to City Limits (from 25 MPH to 35 MPH), California
Blvd. - Phillips to Foothill (from 25 MPH to 35 MPH), Madonna Road -
1000' wly of intersection with 101 Freeway to Los Osos Road (from 40 MPH
to 45 MPH), and Elks Lane - Higuera to Prado Road (from 65 MPH to 35 MPH).
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
Page -3-
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
Mayor Davidson objected to increasing speed on Foothill Boulevard due to
the amount of pedestrian traffic, partly youngsters walking to and from
school.
Councilman Whelchel felt that the speed should be increased as this is
a long street and traffic should be allowed to move along.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the
following ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 299, an ordinance
modifying speed limit zones on Foothill and California Boulevards,
Osos and Madonna Roads, and Elks Lane.
Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr.
ABSENT: None
Z. Arnold Volny appeared before the Council on behalf of his request for
the placement of a crosswalk to be placed on Montalban and Santa Rosa
Street, stating that this crosswalk is needed as the pedestrian traffic
at this corner is quite heavy, primarily youngsters going to the Santa
Rosa Park, and to the C -1 business in the immediate vicinity.
Traffic Committee Report of December 4, 1964, Item No. 64 -12 -7T
64 -12 -7T The Traffic Committee has received a request from Arnold Volny
for a crosswalk across Santa Rosa at Montalban, but we feel that this
would create a traffic hazard with the possibility of rear end collisions
for cars traveling north of Santa Rosa and coming up the hill. We
therefore recommend that the City not honor this request and not contact
the Division of High-gays asking them for the crosswalk.
Councilman Whelchel recommended that the request of Mr. Volny be approved
as it would remind motorists of danger of pedestrians in crosswalk.
Ken Jones appeared before the Council urging that the Council approve
the request of Mr. Volny for a crosswalk on Santa Rosa at Montalban.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the
Division of Highways be requested to install -a crosswalk at Montalban
and Santa Rosa Streets, and change crosswalk at Vbrray and Santa Rosa
Street. Motion carried.
Traffic Committee Report No. 64 -12 -8T for December 4, 1964.
64 -12 -8T The Traffic Committee has noted a build up of congestion and
traffic weaving problems in the vicinity of Chorro and Foothill and
recommends that the Council authorize the Engineer to initiate steps to
widen and improve the intersection, with the exception of the property on
the north side of Foothill east of Chorro belonging to Mr. Maino.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that the
recommendation of the Traffic Committee be approved. Motion carried.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the follow-
ing resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1359, a resolution
establishing no parking zones on Osos Street.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
Page -4,-
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret
McNeil, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
27. Communication from the Launderette; 346 Higuera Street, requesting that
the City Council enforce a 12 minute and 2 hour parking limit on lower
Higuera Street.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, this matter
was referred to the Chief of Police. Motion carried.
8. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on Resolution No. 1343,
a resolution requiring sidewalk improvement on a portion of Grand Avenue.
The City Clerk read the Resolution, listing work to be done, etc.
A. Petition from the Grand Avenue property owners group requesting that
the City Council hold off for three (3) years the requirement of installing
sidewalk improvements on Grand Avenue for financial reasons and also they
felt that no need had been demonstrated for sidewalks on either side of
Grand Avenue.
B. Board Order from the County Board of Supervisors referring the
resolution ordering sidewalk improvements on Grand Avenue in front of
the 9aterans Memorial Building to the Department of Parks & Beaches.
C. Communication from Judge Timothy I. O'Reilly requesting that the
City Council not take any action at this meeting and set up meetings
between the property owners and the City Council to discuss ways of
financing the installation of sidewalk on Grand Avenue so that the
property owners involved will not be burdened with further debts at
this time.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
Mr. Mart Rosenthal, 300 Grand Avenue, appeared before the Council on
behalf of Grand Avenue Property Owners Association, stating that his group
had made their presentation in their petition.
Mrs. Gustafson, 236 Grand Avenue, appealed for consideration as she is a
widow and has no income and this cost would be a definite hardship to
her.
Mr. Ben Preuss, 130 -140 Grand Avenue, asked why must sidewalk be six (6)
feet wide as a six (6) foot sidewalk will just about ruin his property
due to the closeness of sidewalk to the residence.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that a six (6) foot sidewalk would
allow space for two people to walk abreast leaving two (2) feet for poles,
fire hydrants, street lights, and other facilities which are placed
adjacent to the curb.
Mr. Guglielmelli, 120 Grand Avenue, appeared before the Council urging
that a minimum sidewalk width be placed in front of the residences on
upper Grand Avenue due to the closeness of buildings to the street.
City Engineer Romero explained the conditions along Grand Avenue for
construction of sidewalk.
The City Council discussed the need for six (6) foot sidewalk vs. four (4)
foot sidewalk.
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
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Mr. GuRlielmelli stated that he did not believe that a need has been
shown for installation of sidewalk on Grand Avenue as no one walks
along this street anyway.
Councilman Graves stated that he has always felt that a four (4) foot
sidewalk was satisfactory in the residential areas, but that the majority
of the Council believes that six (6) foot sidewalks were needed and that
he would go along with the majority of the Council.
Mrs. Paul Evans, 346 Grand Avenue, stated that need has not been shown for
sidewalk on Grand Avenue.
Mrs. Overton, 725 Grand Avenue, stated that.she sees no need for sidewalk
either.
Dr. Harper urged that the Council proceed with installation of sidewalk on
Grand Avenue if for no other reason than for the safety of children who
need to walk the length of Grand Avenue to go to school.
Mart Rosenthal, 300 Grand Avenue, appeared before the Council again
stating there is never a condition where the children must walk in the
street as there is presently a large walk area behind the curb and when it
rains the parents drive the youngsters to and from school so there was
never a need for the children to walk in the street.
Councilman Miller explained the deferred payment plan as offered by the
City that allowed the sidewalk payment to be spread over a three (3) year
period at 3% simple interest.
Mr. Anderson, representing Pacheco P. T. A., reminded the Council that
the P. T. A. did request the installation of sidewalk on the west side
and urged the City to install sidewalk as soon as possible, at whatever
width the Council decides as they are needed at this time.
Mrs. Oscar Dodds, President of the Pacheco P. T. A., urged that the Council
install sidewalk on Grand Avenue for safety of elementary school children.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
Councilman Whelchel stated that sidewalks are desirable and would be used
on the west side of the street, but does not believe the east side needs
sidewalk at this time.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel seconded by Mayor Davidson, the
following resolution was introduced.
A resolution ordering the installation of sidewalks on the west side
of Grand Avenue.
Resolution lost on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: Miss Margaret McNeil, R. L. Graves, Jr., Donald Q. Miller
ABSENT: None
Councilman Graves stated that he believed sidewalk should be placed on
both sides of Grand Avenue and should be placed at the same time.
Councilman Miller agreed with Councilman Graves.
Councilman Miller stated that he believed that sidewalk should be
placed on both sides of Grand Avenue and that a need for sidewalk had
been shown for both sides and further, that in fairness to all the property
owners, the sidewalk should be put in on both sides.
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
Page -6-
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1361, a resolution requiring
construction of sidewalks on a portion of Grand Avenue.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Miss Margaret McNeil, Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr.,
Donald Q. Miller
NOES: Clell W. Whelchel
ABSENT: None
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City
Engineer was instructed to investigate the setback on east side of Grand
Avenue between Hays and Slack Street and recommend sidewalk width for this
area at next meeting, and also any other hardship area. Motion carried.
9. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on introduction of a
resolution establishing taxi cab rates in the City of San Luis Obispo as
follows: (A) 504� flag drop for the first half mile or any portion thereof,
(B) lOq per 1/5 mile thereafter, (C) 25p per trip for each extra adult
passenger in excess of two (2), (D) The rate for trips originating in the
City of San Luis Obispo and terminating outside the City limits, but within
the County of San Luis Obispo, shall be the above established meter rates,
plus 257, and Sfx(6) Dollars per hour waiting time.
1 Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
John Axman, A & M Cab Company, requested waiting time be reduced to $5.00 /hour
instead of $6.00 /hour as recommended. Also, he suggested that all trips out
of town but within the County be at straight meter rates and also the rate be
based on dead meter, on mileage only and not a live meter which sets rates on
basis of mileage and time.
Jack Hathway, Yellow Cab Company, stated that he did not agree with the rates
set by the Taxi Committee and stated that based on rates proposed, both
companies would go broke. Further, he believed that out of town trips should
be metered rate plus 25 %.
Councilman Whelchel stated that he believed that the meter rates plus 25%
were fair and that he agreed that the out of town rates should be meter rates
plus 25 %.
Mr. Axman stated he felt that the straight meter rates were fair and would
bring a fair return to the cab operator.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
resolution was introduced, Resolution No. 1360, a resolution establishing
taxi meter rates.
Resolution to become effective thirty (30) days from this date or January 6,
1965.
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 7, 1964
Page -7-
17. Mr. R. L. Kuhler appeared before the City Council asking that his appeal
from a decision of the City Council and Planning Commission regarding
waiving the requirement for sidewalks at 1900 San Luis Drive, be held over
to December 21, 1964. The City Council and Planning Commission had
previously denied this appeal and Mr. Kuhler is asking for reconsideration
of the matter.
10. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the introduction
of Ordinance No. 298, an ordinance imposing a tax upon the privilege of
transient occupancy and providing for the collection thereof.
Communication from the Finance Department stating that the estimated
revenue from the motel -hotel tax would be approximately $66,000.00 based
on the prior year's gross revenue from all the hotels and motels in the
City.
Communication from the Chamber of Commerce stating they supported the
hotel -motel tax if the revenue from such a tax were used specifically for
the promotion of tourism and conventions in the City of San Luis Obispo.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
Mr. Ken Houseman, manager of the Lamplighter Motel, appeared before the
Council stating he was objecting on behalf of the City's motel -hotel
operators to the ordinance as presently written for consideration by the
Council. He asked that the City Council reconsider the ordinance by
contemplating the following changes:
' 1. Require adoption of a similar and simultaneous ordinance and
taxes in each adjacent county and city in addition to all cities in this
county as well as the County of San Luis Obispo.
2. A policy statement by the Council that all revenues received by
this tax be used for tourist and convention purposes.
Mr. Houseman then listed his objections and those of his group to the
enactment of this ordinance such as an objection to tax increase in general,
loss of tourist business to areas that do not adopt this tax, etc. And,
therefore, asked that`the City Council not adopt this tax as it,-was'
discriminatory and unfair to this one industry that the City Council stated
they were trying to encourage.
B. Dixon asked if the City Council could pass an ordinance which limited the
use for the funds collected from this tax to just tourist and convention
promotion.
City Attorney Houser answered that State law restricted the total amount
that a city could spend on tourist and promotion purposes, which was a
percentage of its total General Fund budget. Therefore, as the assessed
value and general fund varied, the amount would vary. But, that this tax
was a General Fund revenue to the city and that the present City Council
could not bind future Councils on expenditures of General Fund revenues.
The obvious purpose was to enable the taxpayers who were opposed to
expenditures made by any particular Council to elect people who would spend
the money the way the majority felt proper and therefore, no absolute
restrictions could be placed upon future expenditures of General Funds.
Fred Lucksinger, representing the Civic & Fine Arts Association, asked how
much of the estimated tax would go to the convention center under present
plans of the City Council.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, explained that the City can not spend
more than five (5) cents of the assessed valuation for promotion purposes,
but there was no limit to the amount of money that could be spent on
building a convention or conference center.
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
Page -8-
Mel Hahn stated that, as he understands it, there is no way that the
Council can guarantee the way the money from the hotel -motel tax would
be spent.
Mr. Houseman stated further that if the ordinance is adopted as presently
proposed that the hotel -motel group he represented is unalterably opposed
to its adoption.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, that Ordinance
No. 298 be passed to print including the first six paragraphs of Resolution
No. 1328.
Councilman Graves stated he voted for this ordinance as he believed that it
will benefit the hotel -motel operators in the City.
Councilman Whelchel stated that he agreed with the statement that this
tax might be unfair to some, but all in all he felt that the motel -hotel
operators will benefit the most.
Councilman Whelchel continued that if by April 1, 1964, the County of
San Luis Obispo and all cities in the County did not adopt the motel -hotel
tax, then he for one would vote to rescind the ordinance being adopted
this evening.
Mr. Houseman
a petition to
Ordinance No.
call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
stated that if the Council passed this ordinance he would get
stop it from becoming law from the citizens of the community.
298 introduced and passed to print on the following roll
Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. h'helchel
None
ABSENT: None
11. At this time the Council Committee (Miller & Whelchel) studying feasibility
of acquiring a combination fire house and training center in Los Osos Valley,
made the following recommendation: That the Council attempt to work out
something with the School Board whereby a parcel of approximately two (2)
acres of the 25 or so to be purchased for the junior high site remain in
City ownership for the basic purpose of accommodating a branch fire station.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the report was
accepted and referred to the Council Committee appointed to discuss this
matter with the School Board. Motion carried.
12. At this time the Council considered the modified Covenant for the Price
property on Bond Street.
City Attorney Houser explained the provisions of the Covenant and what was
being required by the Covenant of the property owners.
Councilman Miller moved that the Price driveway be reconstructed so that
the Prices can use their property.
Motion died for the lack of a second.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the
Covenant be approved. Motion carried, Councilman Miller voting no.
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
Page -9-
14. At this time the City Engineer, D. F. Romero, reported on the Beebee Street
drainage, stating that work already accomplished will relieve the problem
for the winter and that no additional temporary steps be taken but that an
adequate drainage system be placed this coming summer.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the report was
accepted. Motion carried.
15. Request of Leonard Blaser for acceptance of improvements in Johnson Highlands
Tract No. 212, including a certificate of credit from the Bank of America in
the amount of $3,500.00 in favor of the City of San Luis Obispo guaranteeing
that the improvements shall be placed in the tract in accordance with terms
and conditions of the Subdivision Agreement.
On motion of Councilman Craves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the
subdivision be accepted as recommended by City Engineer Romero. Motion
carried.
16. At this time the City Council discussed the lighting in Mission Plaza Parking
Lot.
City Engineer Romero explained that he and Peter Chapman were unable to
arrive at a decision until the Council had made a determination whether the
parking lot lighting was to be of a standard normally specified for parking
lots, or whether the lighting was to be ornamental.
Mr. Chapman, Planning Director, stated that he has studied a great many
light fixtures and stated that it was a difficult matter and suggested that
1 possibly a new committee should be appointed to study the whole matter of
lighting in the Mission Plaza.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the matter
was referred to the Mission Plaza Advisory Board for Architectural Control.
Motion carried.
18. Councilman Miller brought up the matter of the drainage problem in
Escuela Alta Tract that has bothered the residents for many years.
City Engineer Romero explained that the drainage problem had existed since
1950 and that he had attempted to encourage participation by property owners
in 1956 with negative results. The flood problem is not serious to the
extent that water backs up into the houses, it is primarily a nuisance to the
area.
The City Engineer is to prepare a report on this area and also the Talbot
drainage problem on Palm Street for Council consideration.
19. At this time City Engineer Romero explained the Foothill Boulevard Widening
Project and presented plans and specifications for said project.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, plans and
specifications for the Foothill Boulevard Widening at Martin Polin Trailer
Park were approved and authorization was given to call for bids. Motion
carried.
20. City Engineer Romero presented plans and specifications for Johnson
Avenue Widening at the County Clinic, and explained the project.
Before going ahead, however, Mr. Romero was instructed to contact the County
Road Commissioner on the possibility of securing full sidewalk improvements
in front of the Clinic.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, plans and
specifications for Johnson Avenue Widening at the County Clinic were approved
and authorization was given to call for bids. Motion carried.
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
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21. At this time the City Engineer and Planning Director reported on new street
signs for the City of San Luis Obispo.
Mr. Chapman, Planning Director, presented street signs and explained the
recommendations of the Planning Commission,
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the matter
was referred to the Mission Plaza Advisory Board on Architectural Control
for recommendation. Motion carried.
22. Communication from the San Luis Obispo School District requesting cancellation
of taxes on property acquired by the School District.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the
taxes on School District property be cancelled. Motion carried.
23. Communication from the San Luis Obispo School District forwarding copies of
agreement between the School District and the City for use of school
facilities for recreational purposes.
William Flory, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation, explained provisions
of the agreement for Council information and recommended Council approval.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, that the
agreement be accepted and the Mayor was authorized to sign said agreement
on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
24. Communication from the County Flood Control and Water Conservation District
regarding their preparation of a feasibility report on utilization of water
from Nacimiento River, was ordered received and filed.
25. Communication from the Department of Public Health notifying the City Council
that San Luis Obispo County has again been declared a rabies area for the
year effective December 2, 1964.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the communication
was ordered received and filed.
26. Communication from John E. Ballard, 81 N. Broad Street, asking if the
City Council would be willing to place sidewalk in front of his house as
payment for loss of trees in view from his property due to storm drain
construction.
City Engineer Romero explained that several trees were removed from the
Ballard property to allow for construction for the storm drainage and
improvement of the approach channel. He explained that the entire
improvement was made without direct assessment to the properties and that
all creek channel cleaning for many years past had been done without direct
assessment. Therefore, he felt that no compensation should be made to
individual property owners for damage to their landscaping within the creek.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Miller, the request
was denied.
28. Communication from the Department of Water Resources forwarding a report
entitled, "Whale Rock Project Corrosion Investigation," received and filed.
29. Copy of a report from the State [-later Quality Control Board entitled, "An
Investigation of the Effects of Discharged Wastes on Kelp," was received
and filed.
30. Communication from the Division of Highways regarding national scenic roads
and parkway studies, inviting the City Council to recommend any local roads
or streets which they feel would meet the concept for scenic routes as
described, was received and filed,
City Council Minutes
December 7, 1964
Page -11-
31. Financial statement of the Chamber of Commerce for the month of November,
1964, was received and filed.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the meeting
adjourned.
Approved: December 21, 1964
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H. FITZPATRICK, CITY CLERK