HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/07/1965REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
June 7, 1965 - 7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
Invocation was given by Reverend Mc Guire
Roll Call
Present: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Donald Q. Miller,
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
' City 'Staff
Present: P. Chapman, Director of Planning & Building; J H Fitzpatrick,
City Clerk; W Flory, S upt of Parks & Recreation; W. M. Houser,
City Attorney; R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer; D. F. Romero
City Engineer; L. Schlobohm, Fire Chief; E. W. Schofield,
Police Chief; E. P. Thompson, Water Superintendent.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the minutes of
May 17, 192 25 and June 1, 2, 1965, were approved as presented.
On motion of Councilman Miller secohded by Councilman Blake, claims against the City
for the month of June, 19 were approved, subject to the approval of the
Administrative Officer.
1. Reverend McGuire appeared before the City C ouncil stating as follows:
"Purpose:
1. Evaluation of present youth programs including: Elementary, Junior
High, Senior High and College levels.
2. Coordination of all youth programs in the city and county; to assist
and strengthen programs already established and provide a means for
cooperative planning, use of facilities, training programs for adult
leaders, and more effective county- wide - relationships.
3. Future Planning in areas of need as a result of study in depth of the
youth programs now in existence.
r,G MISSION PERSONNEL
Representatives from county youth programs to include: city and county
departments, school systems, college programs, Catholic and Protestant
churches, Boy Scouts of America, Young Men's Christian Association, 4 -H,
Campfire Girls, Girl Scouts, etc. Possibly a member of the City Council
and the Board of Supervisors to give the commission stature in the city
and county.
BEGINNING STEPS
Formation of Commission:_ Sub- committee on evaluation; Sub- committee on
Leadership Training; Endorsement by City Council and Board of Supervisors.
I would suggest that yearly reports be made by various youth organizations
to the commission. The commission would evaluate them and submit a summary
report to the Council, the Board of Supervisors and the Boards of
. Education. In this way we can develop a factual basis for the future devel-
opment of youth programs in our county.
FINAL STATEMENT
Perhaps in this way we can develop a unified youth emphasis that would
stimulate the physical, intellectual and spiritual goals of our young
people in the highest possible levels and provide the most qualified type
of leadership the future will-demand. I believe that through this
organization we can strengthen the individual youth programs, provide
leadership training for more people, move toward the prevention of future
problems, and mold a youth emphasis that will become one of the best in
the nation. By sharing our achievements, as well as our problem, we move
beyond the single organization to gain a much broader perspective and far
deeper insight into the lives of our growing, maturing young people. Let
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us then seek to learn from each other that our sense of mission may
deepen as we share our common knowledge and concerns."
Reverend McGuire continued that all the groups mentioned in the statement
have endorsed the development of this program and asked that the Council also
lend its encouragement and support.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Blake the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1427., a resolution
endorsing formation of proposed Youth Coordinating Council.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: '
AYES: Clell W Whelchel, Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher,
Donald Q Miller, Arthur F. Spring.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
2. At this time Councilman Gallagher presented a report of the Council
'Committee (Blake and Gallagher) on ,bank deposits:
" I have had personal talks with the managers of all five banks
located in this City. Four of them are dissatisfied with the present
method and policy of this City in the banking of its active and time
deposit accounts. By actual.statistics it is obvious that the Bank of.
America is favored. Records show a difference of 90 to 1 deposits in
their favor.
The City keeps minimum accounts in each of the other four banks and
these accounts are frequently overdrawn by salary warrants. If a
private citizen were overdrawing warrent accounts as this City is in
the habit of doing, it would reflect on their character and integrity
to such a degree that they would be asked to close their accounts. In
my judgment it is very poor business management to continue perpetuating I
d. this: -I' therefore recommend the following corrections in connection
with deposits:
1. Change the City's demand account every year to a new bank for a
period of one full year commencing on the fiscal year July 41966 on.
2. Put this City on a coded check system in order to help simplify
the accounting procedures used by all banks, and also simplify City
bookkeeping.
3. All banks have volunteered to provide a one years supply of coded
warrants or checks with their insignia, free of charge.
!. The balance of the City monies, above any amounts needed for an
active demand account, be deposited in all five banks in proportionate
shares and kept fairly equal at all times as time deposits drawing
the going interest rates.
In closing I should say that all the banks are in agreement to meet
the six requirements the City demands, such as interest rates,
guarantees of 110% minimum deposits, no service charges and handling
parking meter collections. Also I would like to mention that the
plans I have outlined are becoming general practice in City banking
arrangements, and in all probability will become standard procedure
in time."
Councilman Blake stated that the time deposits should not be touched
until maturity, but that all inactive funds would be divided evenly
among each bank in the future.
On question, Administrative Officer Miller said the suggested plan
would be workable and if adopted by the ouncil, would receive full
cooperation by all staff members.
On motion of Councilman Spring, sedonded by Councilman Miller, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution o. 1.2 , a resolution
governing policy on deposit of City funds.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
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AYES:
Arthur F Spring, Donald Q Miller, Faimons Blake,
Frank Gallagher and Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Administrative Officer Miller explained the reason for the City funds
being in the red. He stated that unlike a private business, the City
mai ntained'enough in each five different banks to cover salary warrants.
When these accounts need replenishing, the Treasurer makes transfers to
the respective banks. Mr -Boyce has developed a set of minimum balances.
When oneof the banks dips below the low point, the bank is to notify Mr
Boyce. If he is not notified, the account is bound to go into the red
sooner or later.
3. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1426, a resolution
honoring Monsignor Patrick J. Daly on his Golden Jubilee.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Frank Gallagher, Donald Q Miller, Emmons Blake
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
11 D. F. Bartels & Mr. English, representatives of the Southern Pacific
Railroad Company, appeared before the City Council stating they have not
yet started the new bridge at Mill Street overcrossirg, but due to the poor
condition of existing bridge and its need of repair, they asked the City
Council for permission to close the present overcrossing due to the present
unsafe condition. The reason whey are requesting this closure is due to
the existing unsafe bridge and the fact that a new bridge is going to be
' built on this location.
Mr. Bartels stated that temporary repairs to the bridge would cost $3,000
and in view of building a new bridge, this would be a waste of money.
City -Attorney Houser stated that theCity's concern is first, whether
Southern Pacific Company will build a new bridge in accordance with the
City's conditions or whether Southern Pacific Company will repair the
existing bridge. Also of vital concern to the City is the question of how
soon Southern Pacific Company will commence the reconstruction or repair.
That from past experience, the decision of the Company on whether to repair
or rebuild could drag out for many months, and the City has an obligation to
the public to see that the bridge is closed for the shortest possible length
of time.
City Engineer Romero stated that in his opinion Southern Pacific Company
had neglected their responsibility in allowing the bridge to deteriorate
to its present condition. The City would have no assurance that the bridge
would be repaired in the foreseeable future since theCity and the Railroad
have not come to an agreement on the construction plans, therefore the
bridge might remain closed indefinitely until such an agreement is reached.
City Engineer Romero stated that in his opinion temporary repairs to the
bridge could be made for less than $3,000 and recommended that the Council
not permit the structure to be closed unless the structure is under repair
Mayor Whelchel asked if the Southern Pacific Company feels that the existing
bridge would be safer if a limit of three (3) tons were placed on the bridge.
Mrs. English stated that no one could guarantee when the bridge would fail.
'Ie stated the condition of the bridge is unsafe.
City Engineer Romero recommended that the structure not be closed and the
Southern Vacific Company make minimum repairs which could be made for
considerably less than :3,000.
City Attorney Houser stated that the Southern Pacific Company should have a
proposal ready for Council consideration. Mr Houser recotrtmended that the
Council allow the closing of the bridge.
On motion of Councilman Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the
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matter be held over two (2) weeks and a limit of 6,000 pounds be placed on
thet.bridge and the southern Pacific Company be prepared to present a
proposal for completion of the new bridge or repair the old one. Moticn
carried.
City Attorney Houserstated that the City Engineer, upon inspection,
finds the bridge unsafe, he should have the authorization to close it.
4. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on use and assignment
of taxicab zone in front of the Greyhound Depot, 1009 Monterey Street.
Mayor Whelchel explained the reason for the hearing.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing -open
Llgd S omogyi, attorney for A & Cab Company, stated that his clients
are satisfied with the existing situation and felt that it would be
at least ten (10) months before this.issue came before the Council again.
Mr. Wendt, attorney for Yellow Cab Company, reviewed the issue of the
taxicab stand in front of the Greyhound which has been under the control
of Yellow Cab Company since the early 19bO's. He stated he felt that the
action of�the Council in changing the stands between Yellow Cab and
A & M Cab is unfair, as he stated he did not feel that the Council has the
right to change stands in order to help a competitor make more money..
He stated that A & M Cab Company acquired their permit to operate with
full knowledge that the Greyhound stand was used by the Yellow Cab Company.
He alsoodisagreed with the matter of putting the stand on a rotating
yearly basis.
Mr,-Somogyi questioned the legal ownership of the Yellow Cab Company and
further, stated that he believes that the ownership of the Yellow •Cab
Company is in question and that the people who are presently operating
the company are not legally owners. Therefore, they cannot request a
stand or anything else from the City as,they are operating a cab
company illegally. '
City Attorney Houser stated that charges of violation of the City
Ordinances have been made'by both cab companies which, if true, would
authorize the City to cancel both company's certificates. That the
Council had previously decided that since the issues raised by the
respective cab companies were involved in the present court fight
between the companies, the Council would not hold public hearings on the
charges, but would await the outcome of the litigation. That the issues
before the Council at this time were restricted to whether the taxi cab
stands adjacent to the Greyhound Bus Station should be altered.
Mr. Somogyi, after all was said, felt that the existing plan for t he stand
was satisfactory, but that he felt that the City Cannot give any
support to a company that does not legally exist in the City due to the
fact that the insurance is in the name of Helen Smith dba Yellow Cab
Company, and that the Certificate of Necessity and Convenience is issued
to J E Hathaway and Robert Chane.
Mr. Wendt stated that there was no question as to ownership, but only
the assignment of the cab stand.
Councilman Blake stated that he felt that existing conditions were
adequate an t the cab stand assignments are fair.
Councilman Miller stated he objected originally on the switch of
stands in fr on of the Greyhound Depot as A & M Cab Company was gware
of the assignment of the stand to Yellow Cab when they went into
business.
Councilman Whelchel stated he would recommend that the stands remain as
is and that at the end of one year, they again be switched giving each
company one year at the stand.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the present
markings be maintained until present court litigation is settled or on
the expiration of one year; whichever is less. Motion carried,
Councilman Miller voting no.
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5. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation
of the Planning Commission to approve planned development at 560 Hathway
Avenue for Mr. Chester Bishop.
Planning Director Chapman presented the Planning Commission's recommendation
as follows:
"The Planning Commission held two public hearings to consider the development .
of six additional three - bedroom units on the property at 560 Hathway Avenue.
There were objections presented verbally and petitions in opposition to the
rezoning presented at both hearings - one petition containing 38 names, the
second petition containing 41 names most of which were duplicates of the
earlier petition. The objection of the neighboring property owners was
that this planned development rezoning is a continuation of the planned
development granted to Anita Hathway under the John Badgley application
several weeks ago, that this development would create serious traffic
problems, that the sewer and water facilities in the area are inadequate
to handle this increase in density, and that the area was never intended
to be developed for this many multiple units.
At the second public hearing, the Planning Commission received a petition
signed by 28 people approving Mr Bishop' s. planned development and two
letters signed by persons whose names were on the petition also recommending
approval of the planned development rezoning.
At the second public hearing, Mr Bishop reduced his request from three
duplexes to two duplexes, thereby creating a density of approximately one
unit per 9,400 square feet on his parcel.
The Planning Commission by a 6 to 0 vote in f avor has recommended approval
of the Planned fevelopment rezoning, subject to the conditions outlined
in Resolution No 59 -65. The Planning Commission's reasoning for approval
is as follows:
The development would create:
1. An acceptable density for the area, particularly with the reduced
number of units proposed by the applicant.
2. That planned development would assure proper landscaping and
access and therefore would assure a better living er#ironment than normal
single family residential development.
3. That traffic problems generated by this development would not be
excessive."
Mlayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open
Chester Bishop appeared before the Council supporting his request for
planned development
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1429, a resolution
approving preliminary planned development at 560 Hathway Avenue.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
' AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Donald Q Miller
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: NONE
ABSENT- None
27 The following communication was received from the Planning Commission
relative to the amendment to the Precise Plan of Tropicana Student Housing:
"Resolution No. 77 -65 of the Planning Commission recommends that the Council
approve an amendment to the Precise Plan which will reduce the dedication
and improvement of Ramona Drive from 620' to 520' in length from Broad Street
This amendment was requested because of an existing well and pumping station in
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the Ramona right -of -way, which serves the Jacobson property. The
applicant has overlooked this facility on the original Precice Plan
and requests the reduction in length of Ramona Drive to allow it to
remain until the Second Phase of development. This amendment will not
have any detrimental effect on the First Phase of the development,
and there will still be ample parking available. Therefore, the
'Commission recommends approval of the request."
On motion of Councilman 'Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Spring,
the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 100, a
resolution amending Resolution No. 1367, modifying the improvement
of Ramona Drive, including thirty (30) foot driveway to Pgrking Lot '
in Unit # 1. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Frank Gallagher, Arthur F Spring, Emmons Blake
Donald Q Miller, C lell W Whelchel
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: None
13 Request of John Curtis for driveway ramps in excess of percent allowed
under Municipal Code.
City Engineer Romero explained that the applicant has requested 80'
of driveway acress his frontage rather than the 75' permitted by the
Municipal Code. He stated that he had no ojection to granting his
exception since it does not result in.a loss of a curb parking space
On motion of Mayor Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, to
grant exception was lost on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Mayor Whelchel, Donald Q Miller
NOES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F Spring
ABSENT: NONE
7. At this time the City. Council continued a public hearing on the
recommendation of the Planning Commission to establish building setback
lines on Higuera from Marsh to the City limits.
City Engineer Romero outlined the proposed setback line, explaining
that the line between Marsh. and South Streets had been based on economic
consideration as determined by the City Assessor.
Elmer Mehlschau representing San Luis Cbunty Farm Bureau, asked for
delay in action by the Council on the establishment of setback lines
on Higuera Street until they have had a chance to study the effect of
the setback lines on their property.
Felton Ferrini questioned the value arrived at for deciding to take
all the widening on the east side, instead of the west side as he felt
that the building on the east side are more valuable and that it would
be cheaper to purchase property on the west side in his opinion as a
realtor and appraiser. He further felt that all the property owners
should be notified when a public hearing is being held on an item as
important as the City taking their land.
Ho -..card Franklin, realtor, stated that the Standard Oil station at
South and Higuera Streets, is leased at $,6.40 per square foot.
Councilman Miller agreed that the proposal be referred back to the
planning Commission for restudy as he felt that taking land from the
east side is unfair.
Councilman Gallagher suggested the new route of Highway No. 1, if
it comes into Marsh Street
may dictate the widening on one side.
City Attorney Houser suggested that the 'Council adopt that portion
of Higuera Street from Elks Lane to Prado R oad as the setback line
is equal on both sides of the road.
Mayor Whelchel stated he f elt that rather than set building setback
on Higuera Street at this t ime, that the parking be taken off the
street and use this land for additional traffic.
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City Engineer nomero stated that future traffic would probably require six
traveled lanes and that these setback lines should be established as soon
as possible.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the
following ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 313, an ordinance
establishing official set lines on Higuera Itreet from Madonna. Road
to the pity Limits (Prado Road)
Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons,Blake, Frank Gallagher., Donald Q Miller
' Arthur F Spring, Clell W helchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Engineer Romero recommended that the Council retain an appraises to
determine the cost of acquisition of property in order to determine the
least expensive alternate for widening between Marsh and South Streets.
On motion of Mayor Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller, the matter of
setback lines for Higuera Street was continued. Motion carried.
8 The City Council continued a public hearing on a resolution of intention
to abandon a portion of Osos treet.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open
City Engineer Romero briefed the history of the abandonment explaining that
the street is not needed for future traffic circulation. He therefore
recommended the abandonment, subject to the retention of a storm drain
easement as shown on the sketch.
Warren Sinsheimer, adjacent property owner, urged that the City abandon this
' portion of Osos Street: -,so that it could be used for parking for the restaurant
next door, in order to develop additional restaurant space.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that the
portion of Osos Street as set forth in Resolution No. 1406 (1965 Series), is
not needed for present or future street purposes and shall be abandoned,
subject to the easement set forth on the official map and description.
Motion carried.
The City Council recessed at 10:00 P.M.
The City C ouncil reconveneddt 10:10 P.M.
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9 The City Council considered further the formation of Lower Higuera Special
Assessment District
Harold Blake, Bonding Attorney, presented-the documents for formation of the
Lower Higuera Street Assessment District.
City Engineer Romero explained the proposed improvements, the general
application used in the assessment spread , and timing for the project.
Mr. Blake presented the following documents for Council consideration.
' On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1431, a resolution of
preliminary determination and of intention.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Frank Gallagher, Donald Q Miller, Phonons Blake
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT none
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On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Spring the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution loo. 1436, a
resolution calling for sealed bids.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Donald Q Miller, Arthur F Spring, Moons Blake,
Frank Gallagher, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: none
On motion of Councilman $Lake, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following resolution was introduced.- Resolution No. 1435, a resolution
appointing time and place of hearing protests in relation to proposed
acquisitions and improvements, and directing notice.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Donald W Miller, Frank Gallgher,
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1434, a resolution
describing proposed boundaries of assessment district and directing
recordation of notice of assessment.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote.
AYES: Emmons Blake, Arthur F Spring, Frank Gallagher
Donald Q Miller, Clell If Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Spring., the
following resolutionias introduced. Resolution-No. 1433, a resolution
establishing prevailing wage scale.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Donald Q Miller, Arthur F Spring, Emmons Blake
Frank Gallagher, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1432, a resolution
of preliminary approval of k'ngineer's report
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Donald Q Miller, Frank Gallagher
Arthur F Spring, Clell W Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: none
21 Communication from Dr. Harper, County Health Offices, regarding
Cuesta Canyon water supply, was discussed by the City Council.
Water superintendent Thompson recommended the following:
1. Discontinue using water surface supply from Cuesta Grade
Spring.
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2. Request the County Board of Supervisors to abandon the County
road that traverses Reservoir Canony.
3. 'Close Reservoir Canyon to the public.
4. Repair, and /or replace pipe lines and intake structures -in and
from Cuesta Grade and Reservoir Canyon water sources; install
coagulation desimentation filtration and fluoridation facilities
to treat both sources.
Administrative Officer Miller stated that before abandoning any water supply
cost of developing alternate supplies should be taken into consideration.
(In case of whale Rock, almost $1,000 an acre foot of net safe annual yield)
The matter was referred to a Council Committee on motion of Mayor Whelchel,
seconded by C ouncilj;an Gallagher, to meet with Mr Harper and Mr Thompson.
Motion carried.
6. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Oouncilman Miller, the following
ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 312, an ordinance adopting the
of ficial. building setback line on California B oulevard and San L uis Drive.
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:,
APES: Emmons Blake, Donald Q Miller, Frank Gallagher,
Arthur F Spring, Clell W whelchel
NOES: None
ABSEVT: None
10. Discussion of proposal to landscape property - adjacent to Pepper Street
along the Southern Pacific 'Company railroad right -of -way, was held over.
31. J. H. Fitzpatrick, !City Clerk reported on bids received for reconstruction
of Sandercock Street between Beebee and Broad Street.
i B ids received were as follows:
C. S.'C onstruction Company $ 883354.20
Burke Construction Company 92,837.80
Madonna Construction 'company 982678.25
Guido 0 Ferini 103,700.15
Ted Watkins Construction Co 1102362.20
City Engineer Romero recommended that the low bid of C S Construction 'Company
be addepted.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the low bid
of C S Construction Company was accepted. Motion carried.
32. J. H. Fitzpatrick City Clerk reported on bids received for widening Johnson
Avenue between Bishop Street and `_Iydney Street. (Gelinas property)
Bids received were as follows:
J. A. O'Kelley & Son 4 4,023.89
Madonna Construction Company 4,614.50
C. S. Construction Company 4,987.50
City Engineer Romero recommended that the low bid of J. A. O'Kelley & Son
' be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the low bid
of J. A. O'Kelley & Son was accepted. Motion carried.
29. The City Council set a public hearing on the Droposed 1965 -66 Budget for
June 21, 1965 at 8:30 P.M. on motion of Councilman Miller., seconded by
Councilman Spring. Motion carried.
34. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the following
salary step increase was approved;
Yoshino Teruko, Stenographer, from step 1 at *345 to Step 2 at 365 per month
effective June 1,1965
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26 Communication from Fire Chief Schlobohm regarding 90 foot steel tower
at Fire Station No. 1, was discussed by the City Council and was
requested that Fire Chief Schlobohm solicit bids for sale of tower.
12 Communication from J.B.Taylor, 3101 Rockview Place, regarding driveway
problems. Also telegram on the same subject.
City Engineer Romero Explained that the Taylor driveway has been
constructed many years ago to encroach into the public street right -of-
way, and that street work now being conducted across the Taylor
frontage made it necessary to modify this driveway within the public
right -of -way to permit access to the property. This modification was
being made in accordance with long standing City practice to provide
minimum access to properties when adjacent streets are being improved
City Engineer Romero recommended that the policy, calling for property
owners to make their driveways conform with the official street work,
continue to beat the expense of the private property owner.
Councilman Miller felt that when the City changes grade of a street;
the City should replace all the improvements made by the original
owner.
On motion of Mayor Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller that a
Council Committee be appointed to meet with Mr Taylor and 6ity Engineer
Romero. Committee to consist of �;ouncilmen Miller and Spring. Motion
carried.
15. Communication from the Soroptimist Club of San LuisObispo, reminding
the City Council that they are interested in the development of the
Mission Plaza and would like to show continued interest by donating a
tree.
City Clerk Fitzpatrick was directed to write to the Soroptimist Club
thank them for their offer and that we will notify them when an
appropriate location for the tree is found.
14 Request of Mr. J. T. Cook, 1292 Sydney Street, for permission to
develop the back of his property which faces Reba Street for a carport
was held over.
16. Request from `Communication Workers Union requesting guidance from the
Council on some community activities that can be performed by the
Union, was held over. -
17 Communication from the Division of Highways announcing a public hearing
to be held Thursday, June 24, 1965, on the proposed alternate freeway
routes of State Highway No. 1 and memo from Mr. Ned Rogoway, was
received and filed.
18. A. • Communication from Mayor Pollard of Santa. Maria, soliciting
opposition to Assembly Bill No. 2785.
B. Communication from City Engineer Romero regarding Assembly Bill
No. 2785.
C. Communication from the Planning Commission regarding Assembly
Bill No. 2785.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that
Assemblyman Shoemaker and Senator Sturgeon be notified that the City
of San-Luis Obispo has gone on record as opposing Assembly Bill
No. 2785. Motion carried.
19. Council discussion of completion of street widening on west side of
Santa Rosa Street, north of Monterey, was received and filed on motion
of Mayor Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Miller. Motion carried.
20 Communication from D F Romero, acting-Planning Director, regarding
application for a. trailer park for Dominica Touchstone at t he
intersection of South Higuera and Piado Road, was held over on motion
of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Spring. Motion carried.
22 At this time the City Council considered a Farmer- District Agreement
between Arroyo Grande Soil Conservation District and Santa Lucia Area
Council, Boy Scouts of America, for soil conservation work on City
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owned property in Lopez Canyon.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by 'Councilman Gallagher, the
activity was approved and the Mayor was authorized to sign the agreement
on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
23 At this time the City Council considered a supplemental garbage contract
between Sin Luis Garbage Company and the City of San L uis Obispo.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the Mayor
was authorized to sign said agreement on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
' 24 Discussion by the City Council on the use of City owned property on Monterey -
Broad Street, was held over.
25 At this time the City Council considered plans and specifications for
Highland Drive improvements.
City Engineer Romero presented the plans and specifications, and stated that
the estimated cost of the project would be $ 52255.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the plans
and specifications were approved and authorization was given to call for bids.
Motion carried.
28 Communication from the Planning C ommission making recommendation on the
printing of the General Plan, was received and filed on motion of Councilman
Blake, seconded by Councilman Miller. Motion carried.
30 Communication from the Planning Commission recommending rezoning of Yoakum
area was discussed and a public hearing was set for July 5,1965.
33 On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Blake, the following
pay estimates were approved:
Burke Construction Company
' Tree Planting Holes on Monterey, Osos
Marsh, City Plan No. 7 -65 Est. #4 $ 450.88
Est # 5 (Final) 1,306.01
(100% complete)
Change Order # 2 $ 126.85
Change Order # 3 250.40
J. A. O'Kelley
Johnson Avenue Widening at Est. # 3 $ 12692.98
County Health Center Est. #4 (Final -) 749.40
(100% complete)
35 Administrative Officer Richard D Miller announced the appointment of Larry
K. Dittman as a Police Officer, effective June 16, 1965 at $455 per month
Step 1, subject to a probationary period of one year.
36 On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, Mrs Dorothy
Bilodeau's letter regarding traffic on Johnson Avenue, was referred to the
Traffic Committee. Motion carried.
37 On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Mayor whelchel, Mayor Whelchel
appointed Councilman Spring to the San Luis Obispo Economic Opportunity
Committee. Motion carried.
' 38 On motion of Mayor Whelchel, seconded by Councilman Blake, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1437, a resolution commending
the San Luis Obispo Police Department (Re: slaying of Mrs Marilyn Kiss -
arrest of suspect)
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Clell W Whelchel, Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher,
Donald W Miller, Arthur F Spring.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
39 On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the
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following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1438, a
Resolution commending Captain Waite and James McDonald for their
work on the Memorial Day observances.
Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Frank Gallagher, Donald Q Miller, Emmons Blake,
Arthur F Spring, C1ell W Whelchel.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Mayor Whelchel, the
meeting adjourned to Wednesday June 9,1965, at 7:30 P.M. Motion carried.
Approved: June 21,1965
ATRICK, CITY CLERK
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