HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/01/1965REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
February 1, 1965 - 7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
Invocation was given by Mayor Clay P. Davidson.
' Roll Call
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.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman ililler, the minutes of
January 18, 1965 were approved.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the claims against
the City for the month of February, 1965 were approved subject to the approval
of the Administrative Officer.
A. At this time George P. Lloyd, Survey Director representing the State
Personnel Board, appeared before the City Council presenting the preliminary
report of position classifications and salary survey for the City of
San Luis Obispo in accordance with the approved contract.
Mr. Lloyd stated that included in the report was a recommendation for the
adoption of a new salary schedule for City employees. He stated that
' generally the present salary rates appear to be in line with or only
slightly below those rates paid by neighboring employers.
Mr. Lloyd stated that basically in the salary recommendations there would
be a decrease in two (2) positions, no change in fifteen (15), and changes
of from 2.7% to 8.2% in one hundred thirty (130) positions. He continued
that if the recommended method of compensation is followed. The added salary
cost will amount to about 5% or $47,750.00 per year. He stated that these
figures were based on staff and salary step assignments as of November 15,
1964 and do not include salary cost for fringe benefits.
Mr. Lloyd then presented copies of his report to the City Council and
briefly explained the classification plan, the salary plan, and the basis
for salary recommendations, and presented a book of classification
specifications.
Mr. Lloyd suggested that the City Council take this report under submission
and approve its distribution to employees for their review. If the
employees feel that they have been improperly classified or otherwise
slighted by the survey, they will have an opportunity to appeal directly
to the Cooperative Personnel Services. The State Personnel Services will
resolve the appeals and submit a final report in the form of a detached
written analysis of the appeals received.
' They will also submit revised pages for inclusion in this preliminary report
if any of their final recommendations require such revision.
On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the report was
taken under advisement and the City employees were to be given an opportunity
to review the report as suggested by Mr. Lloyd. Motion carried.
1. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the
following salary step increases were approved, effective March 1, 1965:
DOVE, Mark L., Police Officer, from Step 2 at $480 to Step 3 at $508 per
month.
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McRERNON. Ronald L., Police Officer, from Step 1 at $455 to Step 2 at $480
per month.
NUNES, Bobby A., Laborer - Equipment Operator, from Step 3 at $430 to Step 4
at $455 per month.
2. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman.McNeil, the
following pay estimates were approved:
HOWIE & SHELTON
Foothill Boulevard Widening Est. #1 $22014.92
(25% complete)
TED WATKINS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Parking Lot No. 10 Est. #2 $2,778.66
(70% complete)
3. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, Resolution
No. 1373 (1965 Series), a resolution reducing the various equipment
replacement budget items to reflect unspent portions thereof and making
inter -fund transfers from various funds to the Equipment Replacement Fund,
was held over for a written report. Motion carried. Councilman Miller
voted no.
4. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1374, a resolution
increasing the 1964 -65 Budget. (210.4, Fire Dept. - Motor Vehicle, be
increased by $2,250.00)
' Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, it. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
5. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1375, a resolution endorsing
unification of the Elementary School Districts within the San Luis Obispo
High School District.
Passed and adopted on the followinS roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Nbelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
6. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the
' following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1376, a resolution
endorsing the formation of a Civic and Fine Arts District.
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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7. Resolution No. 1377, a resolution increasing the 1964 -65 Budget. (Accounts
209.9, 251.7, 251.8, 793, and 798), was held over and a report is to be
sent to the City Council on this matter.
8. At this time J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk, reported on bids received for
tree planting holes on Monterey, Osos and Marsh Streets.
The bids received are as follows: Unit Price Amount
Burke Construction Company $109.50 $10,950.00
J. A. Roberts Construction $124.00 $12,400.00
Ted Watkins Construction Co. $137.73 $13,773.00
Howie & Shelton $161.50 $16,150.00
City Engineer Romero explained the bid for these tree planting holes.
City Administrative Officer Miller said he felt there should be no changes
on this project without the prior approval of the City Council.
Planning Director Chapman suggested that planting on Osos and Monterey
Streets should be eliminated due to probable redevelopment, but would like
to substitute trees on Morro Street from Palm to Marsh in order to complete
the project.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the low
bid be accepted and the Planning Director is to submit a revised planting
plan to the City Council.
Revised plan to be submitted at the February 15th meeting for Council
consideration. Motion carried.
9. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on consideration of
placing curbs, gutters and sidewalk on Sandercock Street from Beebee to
Broad Street.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing open.
The following letters were received from property owners regarding the
above matter:
Letter from Mrs. Doris L. Bowles:
"In regard to this memorandum, I just finished paying for the job of curb,
gutter and sidewalk in April of 1964. So would not want to be charged for
it again. This property is located at 907 -909 Sandercock Street in San
Luis Obispo."
The following letter was received from Elizabeth Jobe:
"I have received your notice of public hearing on the matter of placing
curb, gutter and sidewalk on Sandercock Street. My property in question
is located at 142 Harris Street.
I am writing this letter as I will be unable to attend the public hearing.
If the majority of the property owners on our block agree to the installa-
tion of curb, gutter and sidewalk, my brother and I will agree to do the
same."
Mr. McOuillan, 421 Sandercock Street, stated that he believed this was a
good idea and that sidewalks have been needed for a long time and urged
the Council to proceed.
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Hazel Hansen, 519 Sandercock Street, asked who pays for removal of pepper
trees.
' City Engineer Romero stated that the property owners would pay if the trees
would have to be removed for the construction. The City would pay if the
trees are in the streets.
John Poini, 309 Sandercock Street, asked if it were necessary to put in
curb, gutter and sidewalk at this time.
Erwin Rodgers asked what the estimated cost would be for putting in curb,
gutter and sidewalk.
City Engineer Romero explained the procedure in calling for bids, etc., on
curb, gutter and sidewalk installations and gave estimates of possible
cost of curbs, gutters and sidewalk installation.
Mrs. Fiscalini, 342 Sandercock Street, asked if the sidewalks have to be
put in.
Mayor Davidson explained the Council policy regarding sidewalk installation.
Mr. Robert Bakman, 203 Cypress Street, asked if the City Council will get
additional information from property owners before putting in the improve-
ments.
' Mayor Davidson explained the reason for the public hearing and that each
property owner on Sandercock Street was informed by letter of the meeting
so that their wishes might be made known to the City Council prior to
calling for bids for construction.
City Engineer Romero explained what work was to be done as far as the water
line, new water service and street paving were concerned, and recommended
that if curb and gutter are installed first a better street job will be
done and water service can be placed at the proper grade on the property.
Mayor Davidson declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City
Engineer was instructed to prepare a report for the Council at the next
meeting on the feasibility of ordering curb, gutter and sidewalk on
Sandercock Street to include cost and extent of work.
Councilman Whelchel stated he felt that a proper reaction from the
residents and property owners of Sandercock Street regarding curb, gutter
and sidewalk had not been presented to the Council and he felt a more
representative poll from the property owners should be received before
ordering this work done. He believed that an informal poll of persons present
regarding the curb, gutter and sidewalk installations was inconclusive.
Motion carried on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Hiss Margaret McNeil,
Donald ". Miller, Clell [:i. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
10. City Attorney Houser presented the following report regarding the Bed
Tax Ordinance:
"In view of the many charges and counter - charges recently made on whether
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the referendum petition affects the City's Bed Tax Ordinance, I feel that
the Council may wish to have the benefit of the law on this subject.
As you are aware, neither the referendum nor initiate procedures apply to
all acts of the City Council and the State Constitution, which reserves the
referendum power to the citizens, expressly excepts any act that provides
for tax levies or appropriations to meet usual and current expenses
(Constitution Article IV, Section 34). Thus, the California Supreme Court
rules that the referendum was not reserved to the people under a City
ordinance that levied a sales tax to meet usual and current City expenses
(Hunt v. Riverside, 31 Cal 2D 619).
The City Bed Tax Ordinance specifically provides 'for a tax levy for the
usual and current expenses of the City.'
The references made to the fact that the Superior Court of San Diego County
rendered a decision that the referencum applied to the City of San Diego
Bed Tax involved a peculiar City Charter provision that does not apply to
the City of San Luis Obispo.
San Diego's City Charter specifically reserved the referendum power to the
people for all ordinances that became effective 30 days after passage. San
Diego, in enacting the Bed Tax Ordinance, provided that it would become
effective 30 days after final passage. The Superior Court rsiled that the
City of San Diego had placed a greater restriction on itself than the State
Constitution or the general State law and, therefore, by enacting the Tax
Ordinance to become effective after the 30 day period, had subjected it to
the referendum procedure.
The San Luis Obispo City Charter refers to the State law for the power and
procedures for initiative, referendum and recall, and therefore, the San
Diego decision would not apply."
City Attorney Houser recommended that the referendum petition be ordered
received and filed by the City Council.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the petition
was received and filed. Motion carried.
11. City Attorney Houser reported to the City Council on the Los Angeles highway
dedication for street widening program as follows:
Mr. Houser stated that for approximately two (2) years the City of Los
Angeles has required, as a condition of building or substantial alterations
of structures on R -3 or less restrictive zoned property, that the property
adjacent to major or secondary streets that are not as wide as the City
standards, be widened and fully improved by the property owner as a
condition of the building permit. That in the two (2) years of application
of the Los Angeles ordinance, apparently only one property owner has taken
the matter to court, and the Superior Court upheld the City's ordinance as a
proper exercise of the City's police power, and that every exercise of the
' police power causes some hardship on the person affected.
He recommended that the Council give serious consideration to enactment
of such an ordinance inasmuch as recent widenings under the existing City
Policy on service stations and commercial sites have proven to be extremely
expensive to the City and seriously affected the City's ability to continue
the widening program.
City Attorney Houser was instructed to prepare an ordinance regarding the
above matter.
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On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, that no
new widening agreements be negotiated on R -3 or less restrictive property
until the new ordinance has been prepared. Motion carried.
12. Traffic Committee Report of January 21, 1965.
65 -2 -1T The Traffic Committee has been able to arrange a meeting with the
manager of the Security First National Banc after having several studies
made by the Engineering Department on possible ways of alleviating congestion
in the vicinity of Osos Street between Marsh and Higuera Streets.
There didn't seem to be too much acceptance to the idea of a raised
concrete median curb down the middle of Osos between Marsh and Higuera,
but the Traffic Committee has looked, in some detail, on a plan to make
Osos and Morro Streets one way throughfares between Mill and Santa Barbara
Avenue, with Osos running in a northerly direction. We feel that this
would have a great deal of merit but before making a final recommendation
to the Council and scheduling public hearings, we would recommend that
the proposal be referred to Dr. Faustman for analysis and report to the
Council.
65 -2 -2C In regard to the proposed stop sign on Pismo at Beach, the
Traffic Committee strongly recommends against this because of our City policy
of stopping minor traffic flows in favor of major flows, particularly on
arterial streets. Pismo Street is also used as a fire route which would
make a stop sign undesirable.
65 -2 -3C In regard to the suggestion that parking meter enforcement be
performed on a 5 day week basis, we recommend against this because of the
fact that parking meter enforcement makes it possible for customers to find
a place to park. The City's revenue bonds are also predicted on revenue
derived from 6 day a week enforcement.
Mayor Davidson stated that he felt that with the court house, city hall,
banks and other firms and institutions b31ng closed on Saturdays, that
parking is no problem on Saturday. He also felt that this 5 day a week
enforcement would be better than the present system.
65 -2 -5C The Traffic Committee has studied Councilman Whelchel's suggestion
that merchants be allowed to purchase tokens for use in parking meters. We
feel that this idea might have some merit and have asked the City Engineer
to contact the parking meter company to see if some feasible method could
be worked out whereby tokens could be sold which would not be detrimental
to other vending machine interests in the community and which would be
difficult to counterfeit.
Mayor Davidson stated that he was unalterably opposed to token program due
to cost of administering the program.
City Engineer Romero presented a report outlining the different approaches
used in providing parking tokens for merchants use. He explained City
costs and operational problems which would be brought about by the use
of tokens.
It was generally agreed by the Council the use of tokens by the City would
not be desirable at this time.
65 -2 -6T The City has received a request for time limit parking on the
east side of Higuera south of South Street to match the existing two hour
zone on the west side in front of the Division of Highways. It appears that
State employees are interfering with business on the east side of the
street. It is therefore our recommendation that the two hour zone be
extended from South Street to the south end of the Matthews Plating curbing
to be effective between the hours of 9:00 A. M. and 6:00 P. H., Sundays
and holidays excepted, and prohibiting parking from 3:00 A. M. to 5:00 P. M.
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On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1381, a resolution establishing
two hour parking limit on Higuera Street.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clay P. Davidson, R. L. Graves, Jr., Miss Margaret McNeil,
Donald n. Miller, Clell W. t:.Yhelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
13. Communication from the Library Board to the City Council regarding Black -
Gold Cooperative Library System application for Federal Grants, was
received and filed.
14. At this time the City Council considered a proposal from R. T. Frankian
for soils and geological studies of the Highland Drive slide.
City Engineer Romero recommended retaining of Mr. Frankian to make the
study, and explained that contour maps and back hoe work would involve
extra cost to the City.
On motion of Councilman .filler, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the
recommendation of the City Engineer be accepted and Mr. Frankian be
' retained. Motion carried.
15. The City Council considered the budget proposal for Engineering Funds from
the Division of Highways.
Administrative Officer Miller explained the budget as follows: This
included a flat amount of $6,000.00 per year for the 1964 -65 and 1965 -66
fiscal years. The money could be spent for preparation of plans and
specifications on curb, gutter and street work, and /or advance planning
for streets, traffic signals, and similar projects.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1380, a resolution adopting
and submitting a budget for expenditure of State allocated (Engineering)
funds.
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. Wheichel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
' R. Mr. Houser, City Attorney, presented to the City Council Ordinance No. 301,
the Garbage Collection Ordinance, for their information and study.
Richard Delgado objected to the Council passing the ordinance for compulsory
garbage service and questioned various provisions of the ordinance.
Mr. Houser, City Attorney, explained that the proposed ordinance was given
to the Council for their study and comments and that before it were
considered for adoption, the Council would hold a public hearing so that
all the citizens would have an opportunity to study it and make comments
to the Council.
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16. A. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1378, a resolution
authorizing execution of a contract between the State of California and
the City of San Luis Obispo pursuant to Chapter 1641, Statutes of 1959.
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
B. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Graves, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1378, a resolution
approving contract with Hahn, Wise & Associates to act as consultants for
this program.
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. [,lheichel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
17. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1382, a resolution urging the
County to expedite improvement of the Orcutt Road -Broad Street intersection.
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
18. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, approval
was given to the specifications for purchase of one (1) manual V -notch
chlorinator machine and authorization was given to call for bids. Motion
carried.
19. Communication from 0. J. Gullickson, Deputy Director of Civil Defense,
recommending that Clell W. Tdhelchel be appointed to the office of Chief
of Services for Transportation in the Civil Defense organization.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
recommendation was approved and Mr. Whelchel was appointed to this position.
Motion carried.
' 20. Communication from Engineered Equipment Associates asking the City Council
if they wished to sell the two (2) comminutors declared surplus in 1963
and not sold.
Price offered was $50.00 each.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the
request was approved. Motion carried.
21. Communication from the Ouintanna School P. T. A. bringing to the Council's
attention traffic hazards which exist where Patricia Drive intersects
Foothill Boulevard, was referred to the Traffic Committee on motion of
Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Graves. Motion carried.
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22.
Communication from Walt Williamson, 120 Crandall Way, requesting an
extension of the construction dead -line for placing curb, gutter and
sidewalk at 120 Crandall Way, to June 30, 1965.
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Request granted on motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman
Miller. Motion
carried.
23.
Communication from the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement for
Barber Shop Ouartet Singing in America, notifying the City Council of their
annual show to be held on February 20, 1965, and requesting that a
proclamation be issued on this event.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman McNeil, the
request was approved. Motion carried.
24.
Communication from the Feather River Project Association forwarding
invoice for membership for 1965 for the City of San Luis Obispo.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, that the
dues be paid. Motion carried.
25.
Communication from the City Planning Commission recommending rezoning of
Lots 7, 8, 14 and 15 at the corner of Nipomo and Pacific Street from R -4
to C -2. Public hearing to be held February 15, 1965.
26.
Communication from Frank Perry, Water Department employee, requesting sick
leave in excess of fifteen (15) days.
' On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Whelchel, the request
was approved. Motion carried.
27. On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following documents were approved:
A. Grant Deed from A. L. Ferrini for extension of Clover Street.
B. Grant Deed from G. F. Hudgens and H. E. Hudgens for installation of
curbs, gutters and sidewalk on Johnson Avenue.
C. Covenant from the Church of the Nazarene for water hook up on
Southwood Drive.
D. Grant Deed from Sander Granvold and G. Granvold for installation of
curb, gutter and sidewalk on Johnson Avenue.
Mayor Davidson was authorized to sign the agreements on behalf of the City
and the deeds and covenant to be recorded. Motion carried.
Y. At this time City Clerk Fitzpatrick reported on bids received for the
petroleum for 1965.
The low bid was as follows:
Seaside Oil Company - Regular gasoline, .2025 - Premium gasoline, .2275
Diesel fuel, .117.
Standard Oil Company Kerosene, .2025
Richfield Oil Corp. Motor oil (MIL- L- 2- 104A), .60 - Motor oil (MIL -L-
2104A S2 SAE 30), .62 - Motor Oil (MIL -L -45 119 Series
3), .70.
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Miller, the low bid
in each category was accepted. Motion carried.
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Z. On motion of Mayor Davidson, seconded by Councilman Miller, Revocable
Encroachment Permit from the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company for
installing and maintaining a public telephone at Parking Lot #6, was
approved and the Mayor was authorized to sign same on behalf of the City.
1 Motion carried.
28. Communication from State Senator Vernon L. Sturgeon relative to City Council
Resolution No.1368, was received and filed.
29. Notification of hearing before the San Luis Obispo Countv Local Agency
Formation Commission of the proposed annexation of territory to City of
San Luis Obispo, Suburban Tract (Young's Market), was received and filed.
30. Communication from Lamoro Company notifying the City Council of their
intention to initiate annexation proceedings of Lot 57 of Rancho Los Osos
and La Laguna, containing approximately 112.75 acres, was received and
filed.
31. Communications from J. B. Taylor, 3101 Rockview Place, were received and
filed.
32.
D. Jackson Faustman presented to the City Council a brief verbal report on
the progress of the work he is doing under contract to the Council to prepare
a traffic survey and parking study for the City. Mr. Faustman explained
some of the criteria he has considered in his study of both traffic and
parking requirements for the City. He recommended that the first step
should be acquisition of property at Broad and Monterey Streets for an
additional off - street parking facility.
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He then recommended that the City Council should double deck the parking
lot at Higuera
and Osos Streets. He stated he did not feel that the
City proposal to improve the lot between Palm, Monterey, Moro and Chorro
was a good one as all that would be done is to substitute public parking
for private parking.
He then stated that he is continuing his traffic survey and that the
results are startling so far as Highway No. 1 freeway routes are concerned,
particularly with reference to the Broad Street and California Boulevard
routes which he stated would cause tremendous problems for the downtown
area, and that present studies show that the proper route for Highway No. 1
is in the Los Osos Valley area or other locations west of Broad Street.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Davidson, the meeting
adjourned.
Approved: February 15, 1965
-3: H. FITZPATRICK, CITY CLERK
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