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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/20/19671 1 City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 2 Mr. Quick also explained procedures for applying for financial aid for this purpose. He continued his presentation by reciting experiences of other communities in the State which have received financial support from the Federal Government for EOC's. The City Council then discussed with Mr. Quick various items brought out in his presentation. Mayor Whelchel thanked Mr. Quick for attending the meeting and informing the City Council of these procedures and stated that they would be considered at the time the City Council.prepared the plans for the new Police Facility. 4. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the report of the Superintendent of Streets confirming the costs of sidewalk construction under the provisions of Ordinance No. 257 for the following properties whose owners have all requested the three year option payment plan. R. G. and E. B. Umbertis F. W. & J. G. Avila C. E. & P. P. Knott G. L. & F. J. Howard 1262 Buchon St. (Also Johnson $742.80 Avenue side) 1408 -1412 Johnson Avenue 435.85 1418 Johnson Avenue 258.00 1411 Johnson Avenue 199.50 Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open. No one appeared before the City Council on this matter. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1675, a resolution confirming costs of sidewalks constructed pursuant to the Municipal Code. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: None 2. Mr. J. Fabbri, representing the Civic and Fine Arts Association, appeared before the City Council stating that his Association had been continuing its study for ways of realizing the development of a Convention- Auditorium Center for use for recre- ation, the performing arts, youth programs, etc. He stated that after considerable study and discussion, it was the conclusion of the subcommittee that the need for an Auditorium- Convention Center was immediate and felt that pursuing the development of a recreation and parking district would be too expensive and time consuming and therefore recommended to the Mayor and City Council that the City of San Luis Obispo promptly proceed with the development of a complex that would under a long range program accomplish these goals. It is therefore the recommendation of the Directors of the Civic and Fine Arts ' Association: (1) The initial step should be the selection of a site; (2) That the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo apply for a planning loan from the Community Facilities Administration of the HHFA; (3) That the Mayor and City Council consider the financing of this development through Government Code Section 6540 Et. Seq. which permits the issuance of revenue bonds by an authority or other public corporation pursuant to the bond exercise of powers provisions. The bonds would be secured in accordance with covenants which would provide that all revenues of the Convention Center would be pledged to the payment of bond debt and interest. He suggested that the San Luis Obispo County or the Coastal Unified City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 3 School District could be the other Governmental Agency involved in this program. Mr. Fabbri stated that the Board of Directors of the Civic and Fine Arts Association would support the Mayor and City Council in this endeavor by: (1) Encouraging the Board of Supervisors to participate in the joint powers act with a substantial annual payment from Room Tax Funds; (2) Encourage the Board of Directors of the Coastal Unified School District to participate to whatever extent is economically feasible; (3) organize and acquire definite commitments for use and economic suppor from organizations having an ability to pay such as the Little Theater, Art Associ- ation, Community-Concert Association, Symphony Association, etc.; (4) Promote within the Community the development of a public auditorium, recreation, Convention Center on City owned property; (5) Encourage the development of the Center at once even though it may be necessary to accomplish the development in stages. Mr. Fabbri completed his presentation by submitting a list of names whom he felt could work with the City Council to study this proposal. The City Council discussed with Mr. Fabbri various points brought up by him in his presentation. Councilman Miller suggested that the City Council meet in a study session so that the City Council could discuss the proposal of the Civic and Fine Arts Association. Councilman Spring suggested that the Mayor appoint a Council-Committee to meet with representatives of the Civic and Fine Arts Association for a more complete analysis of the proposal and recommendation to the City Council. Councilman Blake stated he felt there has been enough discussion on this proposal and that the City should proceed with the program presented by Mr. Fabbri. Councilman Gallagher stated he questioned having the Council put the City in debt without a vote of the citizens. He also felt that some additional financial ' information on the feasibility of this type of project should be made. He stated that he agrees in principal with the program proposed, but he felt that more detailed financial data should be procured. Councilman Miller moved that this matter be set for study at an Adjourned Meeting of March 27, 1967. Motion died for lack of a second. On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that the Mayor appoint a Council Committee to meet with representatives of the Civic and Fine Arts Association to study this proposal in depth. Motion carried. Councilman Miller voting no. Mayor Whelchel appointed Councilman Gallagher and Councilman Blake to the Council Committee and any of the staff members needed by the Committee. Mrs. Fabbri, President of the.Civic and Fine Arts Association, appointed Mr. James Fabbri, Clay Davidson and Howard Newby as the Civic and Fine Arts Association representatives to this Committee. 6. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of the Planning Commission to rezone Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4, Block 3 of the Imperial Addition from R -2 Residential Medium Density to C -H Heavy Commercial. R. D. Young, Planning Director, stated that on behalf of the Planning Commission that the suggested property is bounded on three sides by an M District, that the General Plan proposes that this general area be developed with heavy commercial uses, and that the uses permitted in the C -H District would be consistent with the land use pattern developing along this portion of Broad Street. Therefore the Planning Commission recommends the adoption of this zoning change. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open. No one appeared before the City Council on this matter. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed. City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 4 On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded-by .Councilman Blake, the following ordinance was introduced and passed to print. Ordinance No. 368, an ordinance rezoning Lots 1, 29 3 and 4. Block 3 of the Imperial Addition from R -2 Residential Medium Density to C -H Heavy Commercial Land Use District. Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote: I AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: None 7. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of the Planning Commission to rezone a portion of Lots 1 and 2, Block 2 of the resub- division of Block 151, Harford's Addition from R -2 Residential Medium Density to R -H Residential High Density. R. D. Young, Planning Director, stated that the Planning Commission recommended this change to the City Council for the following reasons: 1. The subject property is located in an older area of the Community which has been slowly depreciating over the years. 2. The General Plan indicates high density residential uses for this general area. 3. The population density permitted in the R -H District would allow the subject property to be developed with a maximum of eight apartment units which is in keeping with the General Plan proposals for this area. 4. It was the general consensus of the Commission that the.application of the R -H classification would not be detrimental to the surrounding neighborhood. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open. No one appeared before the City Council on this.matter. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following ordinance was introduced and passed to print. Ordinance No. 369, an ordinance rezoning a portion of Lots 1 and 2, Block 2 of the resubdivision of Block 151, Harford's Addition, from R -2, Residential Medium Density, to R -H, Residential High Density Land Use District. , Introduced and- passed to print on the following roll call vote: AYES:- Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller,.Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: None ' 8. At this time the City a resolution of intention Mayor Whelchel declared tl Dr..Brown appeared before all the conditions set on Council held a public hearing on Resolution No. 1655, to abandon a portion of Grove Street. ie public hearing open. the City Council and stated that he was prepared to meet this abandonment by the.City Council. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, pointed out problems introduced by an abandonment made subject to conditions which may or may not be met at a future date. City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 5 On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1655, a resolution of intention to abandon a portion of Grove Street. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald -Q.. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel I NOES: None ABSENT: None 9. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of the City Council to rezone that area generally bounded by Foothill Boulevard, Murray Street, Santa Rosa Street and the Southern Pacific Railroad, from R -1, R -3, R -4 and M to C -N and R -0 and also to rezone from R -3 and R -4 to R -0 and RCS that block bounded by Oak Street, Santa Rosa Street, Montalban Street and Stenner Creek.-.- Mr. R. D. Young, Planning Director, stated that the Planning Commission had. made this recommendation to the City Council after a public hearing stating that the rezoning was initiated by the Planning Commission in accordance with their program of establishing proper zoning in certain areas of the community. Further it was the consensus of the Planning Commission that the approval of this rezoning would be in the best interests of the Community and would be in accord with the City's efforts to improve this area under its General Plan. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open. Mrs. Jorgensen, 193.Casa Street, asked the City Council what were the building setback requirements in the R -0 zone and what were the minimum lot sizes allowed in this zone. Mr. Young, Planning Director, read from the Zoning Ordinance the required setbacks and minimum lot sizes for use-in the R -0 zone. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed. On motion of Councilman Mil -ler, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following ordinance was introduced and passed to print. Ordinance No. 370, an ordinance rezoning that area generally bounded by Foothill Boulevard, Murray Street, Santa Rosa Street, and the Southern Pacific Railroad from R -1, R -3, R -4 and M Land Use Districts to C -N and R -0 Land Use Districts, and rezoning the block bounded by Oak Street, Santa Rosa Street, Montalban Street, and Stenner Creek from R =3 and R -4 Land Use Districts to R -0 and RCS Land Use Districts. Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote: AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller,- Clell W. Whelche -1 NOES: None ABSENT: None On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, the Traffic Committee was requested to look into the intersection of Murray and Santa Rosa Streets to see if any improvement to safety could be made. Motion carried. 10. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the appeal of Robert R. Dodd from a denial by the Planning Commission of a variance to the front setback at 360 Santa Barbara. Avenue. Mr.. R. D. Young, Planning Director, presented the following report from the City Planning Commission. The Planning Commission, at its regular meeting of February 21, 1967, denied the variance filed by W. Bill Dodd to waive the street yard requirements of the M District and permit the construction of an automobile garage and parts sales building on the property line. City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 6 It was the consensus of the Commission that although the configuration of the parcel would create a hardship, there was no justification to permit the construction of the building on the property line. They did agree, however, that if the building could be re- designed to -set back the required ten feet, it would be appropriate to use the street yard for parking purposes. Mr. Romero, City Engineer, explained to the City Council that setback lines for ' street•:wideaing must be established on Santa Barbara Street, and by granting a variance, the City would be introducing a substantial future expense for acquisition of a new building. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open. Mr. Bill Dodd appeared before the City Council on behalf of his appeal and stated that due to the overall dimensions of the property it was impossible for him to set back the 10 feet required and still be able to construct an adequate building that could be used economically. Further he stated that all the buildings on this side of Santa Barbara Street.a =e bunit right up to the property line and he did not feel that he was asking for too much special consideration to allow him to develop this property. Councilman Miller stated that he felt the proposed new building would be an asset to the-area as it would be an improvement in the area and would enhance the neighborhood and stated he would vote for the variance. Councilman Blake stated that he agreed with Councilman Miller and that he felt this building would conform with other business buildings on Santa Barbara Avenue and further he felt that this particular property met the requirements for a variance. Councilman Gallagher stated he felt the new development would be an asset to the area and that it would be impossible for the property owner to purchase additional land from the Southern Pacific Company to properly develop his building and there - f ore he would also vote for this variance. John Evans, Planning Commissioner, presented to the City,Council the reasons that the majority of the Planning Commission voted against granting the variance as they felt that the conditions of a variance were not met on this property and further that if the Council does not consider the future widening requirements that the City will be required to purchase a portion of a relatively new building. He also stated that it was -the suggestion of the Planning Commission that Mr. Dodd move the proposed building southerly along Santa Barbara Avenue so that all zoning conditions could be met. John Rowe, tenant for the new building, explained to the City Council the proposed development and use of the property including the ingress and egress to.the proposed shopping and parking area.. Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed. on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that the City Council grant the variance and allow the property owner to build at the 0' setback and eliminate parking space number nine. Motion carried. Mayor Whelchel voting no. 5. D. F..Romero,.City Engineer, stated to the City Council that Mr. Henry Spain, Sales Manager of Model Linen-Supply, had been asked to appear before the City Council at his request regarding the furnishing of uniform services for City employees working in the field. Mr. Romero stated that for the past several years he had proposed a uniform service program in his budget for street and sewer department employees that had been removed at budget time. Mr. Henry Spain, Sales Manager of Model Linen Supply., appeared before the City Council proposing that the City supply uniforms (coveralls) for the field forces of the City:on the basis of two:suits per.week at $.80 per suit for 52 weeks. He stated that a nice coverall uniform would make for better morale for the employees, would be better respected by the public, and would allow supervisors to better control the activities of the employees. City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 7 R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, stated as follows: Of seven cities recently surveyed, one had no program, On provided uniforms for garbage collectors and meter readers. One City provided all expense .for such a program. One City provided uniforms, and the employees did their own laundering. Three cities shared the expense of such a program with the employees. The matter was referred to the City Council during budget study. Mayor Whelchel declared a recess at 9:15 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 9:25 P.M. with all Councilmen present. 11 & 17. Communication from the Pure Water Association urging that the City Council allow the matter of the recent fish kill at Whale Rock Reservoir to be handled without prejudice, pressure, or emotion by the County and City legal officers who are competent to bring this matter to a fair decision. They also asked that before a public hearing is scheduled regarding permitting recreation at the Whale Rock Reservoir, that the County Health Officer should be asked to participate. Further the Pure Water Association asked that the City make a reliability study as to the additional cost of treating the water where recreation is permitted as well as other costs connected with recreation such as patrol, clean up, etc., and finally the Pure Water Association reminded the City Council of their request that before recreation of any kind is permitted on a domestic water supply that the matter be submitted to a vote of the people. Communication from Dale Hanner, Chief of the Audits Division, State Department of Finance, notifying the City Council that the proposed contract for the Whale Rock Reservoir feasibility study is in the hands of the Chief Counsel in the Department of General Services for review and study and that he will attempt to expedite this contract as rapidly asi possible. Mayor Whelchel stated that he did not feel that the City Council should enter into a discussion of the fish kill until after the District Attorney, City Attorney, and Fish and Game Commission had completed their investigation nor did he feel a discussion should be held on potential recreational development at the Whale Rock Reservoir until the feasibility study has been approved and completed or disapproved by the State of California. He continued that once the feasibility contract has been signed, the report must be completed and submitted within a four month period. The Mayor stated if anyone present had anything to say this evening that they were more than welcome to do so. Mr. R. Parsons, representing the Sportsmens Association, stated that he and his association were upset at not being allowed to fish, at the Whale Rock Reservoir which was built at public expense and which he understands at the time of the bond issue election that recreation was promised and he feels that the lake should be open to everyone. He agreed that this matter could be held over for further public discussion. Mr. Henry K. Adams, 8800 Atascadero Avenue, Atascadero, representing the Wild Life Waterways Association, stated that his organization was not interested in fishing in the dam or who was to blame for killing the fish. They were just interested in who was to replace the fish that were killed as he felt someone should replace this natural resource. Mr. I. Kogan, Pure Water Association, presented to the City Council arguments to continue the prohibition of recreation on the Whale Rock Reservoir and other terminal reservoirs. He also wished the City Council to keep in mind that any recreation on a reservoir would increase the cost of water treatment to the water customer and therefore felt that the people should be allowed to vote on whether they wished to pay for recreation for people fishing at this regional project. He again urged that the people of the-City of San Luis Obispo be allowed to vote on this most important subject. 1 City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 8 Mr.-Harry Albert stated he would be opposed to opening up the Whale Rock Reservoir for recreation or camping other than fishing as he felt that fishing would not contaminate the water. Various members of the Sportsmens' Group appeared before the City Council urging that the City Council open the reservoir to at least fishing along the shore. No action was taken by the City Council. 12. Request from Hawks Interiors, 1124 Nipomo Street, for the City to establish two hour parking limits on Nipomo Street between Marsh and Higuera Streets was referred to the-Traffic Committee. 13. Communication from La Fiesta Association asking the City Council• if they wished to enter a float in the 1967 Fiesta Parade was referred to the City Employees' Association on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher. Motion carried. 14. Communication from the Central Coastal Regional Water Quality Control- Board relative to an alternate disinfection requirement in existing waste discharge requirements adopted December 9, 1960. Mr. Romero, City Engineer, explained that he had requested an alternate chlorination point for discharge from the Sewage. Treatment Plant, thus allowing the City a great deal more flexibility and allowing the City to use its automatic chlorination equipment as originally designed at the plant. The matter was continued to the Council Meeting of April 17, 1967. 15. Report from E. P. Thompson, Water Department Director.- on water service needed to adequately service the area in Zone 4 in the east portion of San Luis Obispo was continued on the request of L. Blaser. 16. Traffic Committee Report of March 16, 1967. 67 -3 -1T. The Traffic Committee has noted a bad visibility situation at the corner of Osos and Mill for motorists stopping -at Osos and entering Mill. We feel that the situation would be vastly improved if the-first space west of Osos on the south side of Mill, and the first space east of Osos on the north side of Mill, were marked RED, and we so recommend. 67 -3 -5T. Councilman Blake has suggested that a stop sign be installed on Humbert at Broad and the Traffic Committee concurs in his suggestion. We feel that this installation will.complete the protection of Broad Street as a thoroughfare. On motion of Councilman Spring', seconded by Councilman Blake, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1676, a resolution establishing red zones on Mill Street at Osos Street, and establishing a stop sign on Humbert Street at Broad Street. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ' ABSENT: None 67 -3 -2C. In accordance with our understanding with the Council, the residents whose properties touch on Longview Lane have been contacted regarding their desires for street lighting in the-area in view of recent thefts to motor vehicles: 14 persons responded in favor of lighting and 10 against, although some of the persons opposing the street lighting felt that it would be acceptable if the lighting were somewhat subdued. It is therefore recommended that the Council authorize the installation of three (3) lights of the minimum size mercury vapor lighting on Longview Lane, with the lights to be installed as low as possible so as not to obstruct the view of homes on the upper side of Longview. City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 9 On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the recommenda- tion of the Traffic Committee was accepted. Motion carried. 67 -3 -3C. On the request of the Council that we look into the traffic pattern at Foothill and Crandall, there.are various possibilities open, including the closing off of Crandall Way. In order to ascertain the feeling of the neighborhood, it is suggested that the Administrative Officer prepare a hundred or so questionnaires on the subject and have the Public Works Department distribute them to the homes and apartment houses in the area along with self - addressed return envelopes. 4 � On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the recommen- dation of the Traffic Committee was adopted. Motion carried. 67 -3 -4T. Dropped from consideration. .18. Communication from the City Attorney relative to the delinquent subdivision improvements in Tract No. 292 and in Tract No. 317. Mr. Johnson asked Council authority to file suit against the subdividers and their sureties unless his office was notified by April 1, 1967 that contracts had been awarded for the required work to complete the off site improvements as soon as weather will permit. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the City Attorney was authorized to proceed in accordance with his request. Motion carried. 19. Communication from the Division of Highways, District V. notifying the City Council that the appraisal report dated March 17, 1967 for the purchase of the Fredericks property located at the corner of Monterey and Chorro Streets in the amount of $58,298.00 prepared by.Fred L. Gist was approved.. Communication received and filed. 20. For the guidance of the City Engineer to determine preliminary costs for the processing of the Yoakum No. 2 Assessment District it was moved by Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the District include water.service and that the City would not purchase the bonds but that financing would be handled in the normal manner. Motion carried. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that if the Council had no objection he would use the same method of assessment spread as was used in the Yoakum Tract across the street. 21. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City Engineer was authorized to sign agreements between the City of San Luis Obispo and individuals desiring engineering services for sewer and water extensions. Motion carried. 22. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1666, a resolution of intention to call special election to annex territory to the City of San Luis Obispo (Edna Road No. 1 annexation). Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ' ABSENT: None 23. On motion of .Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1664, a resolution increasing the 1966 -67 budget. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Emmons Blake,; "Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 10 I NOES: None ABSENT: None 24. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1673, a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute common use agreement. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: None 25. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the. following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1674, a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute conveyance of easements for underground utilities. Passed and adopted on the following roll call vote: AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring, Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel NOES: None ABSENT: None 26. On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Miller, the Mayor was authorized to accept and record on behalf of the City the following grant deeds and agreements for street.widening. A. Grant Deed and agreement from Alice R. Johnson for street widening on Santa Rosa Street. B. Grant Deed and agreement from Louis A. and Joy S. Soldavini for street widening on Foothill Boulevard. Motion carried. 27. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following contract payment was approved and ordered paid. BURRS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Est. 14 (Final) $1,289.92 Municipal Parking Lot No. 11 (100% complete) Motion carried. 28. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, announced the appointment of Jim Rluck as Utility Plant Operator I at Step 1, $405 per month, effective April 1, 1967 and also the appointment of Mrs. Margaret Price as Senior Librarian at Step 1, $494 per month, effective March 16, 1967. 29. The following report was received from the City.Engineer on street widening ' acquisitions. NORTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BETWEEN TASSAJARA 6 CUESTA: Delmartini - No action by Public Works Department in the past four weeks pending Planning Commission approval of a minor subdivision made necessary by the widening. WEST SIDE OF SANTA ROSA BETWEEN MILL AND PALM: 865 Santa Rosa: Mr. Adamski has stated that the City's opinion of fair market value is considerably less than his opinion of the value of the property. There appears to be no area of compromise here, therefore, I suggest that the matter be turned over to the City Attorney for additional negotiations. City Council Minutes March 20, 1967 Page 11 1070 Palm (Santa Rosa Street Side): Mr. Lancaster has stated that the City's opinion of fair market value is considerably less than his opinion of the value of the property. There appears to be no area of compromise here,' therefore, I suggest that the matter be turned over to the City Attorney for additional negotiations. 30. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the Council's consideration plans and specifications for the installation of water lines on Montalban Street and Church Street., On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the plans and specifications were approved and advertising for bids was'authorized. Motion carried. 31. Communication from the Downtown Association relative to the purchase of the Cornet property on Higuera Street was referred to the Council Meeting of April 3, 1967 -at 8:00 P.M. 32. Councilman Blake requested Council authority to leave the State of California from March 21 to March 25, 1967. Request approved on motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller. lotion carried. 33. The City Council adjourned to an Executive Session to discuss pending litigation. 34. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the meeting adjourned. Motion carried. APPROVED: April 3, 1967 . H. FIT PATRICK CITY CLERK MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL April 3, 1967 - 7:00 P.M: CITY HALL Invocation by The Reverend Father Joseph Steiger, Pastor, Old Mission Church. Roll Call City Staff Present: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring; Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel 1 1 Present: R. D.:Young, Planning Director; J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; H. Johnson, City Attorney; R. D. Miller, Administrative ' Officer; D. F. Romero, City Engineer; L. Schlobohm, Fire Chief; E. L. Rodgers, Police Chief; E. P. Thompson, Water Department Director. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Spring, the minutes of the meeting of March 20, 1967 were approved. Motion carried. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, claims against