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City Council Minutes
April 25, 1967
Page 5
3. The City Council and Planning Commission again discussed possible areas
where they should get together for general guidance and they set a meeting for
May 9, 1967 in the Council Chambers of the City Hall to continue general
discussion.
4. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the meeting
adjourned. Motion carried.
APPROVED: May.l, 1967
/0-.-'H. FITZPATRICK
CITY CLERK
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
May 15, 1967 - 7:00 P.M.
CITY HALL
Invocation by Chaplain Alden Read, California Mens Colony.
Roll Call
City Staff
Present: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
Present: R. D. Young, Planning Director; J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk;
W. E. Flory, Parks and Recreation Director; 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 Blake, the minutes of the
Council Meeting of May 1, 1967 were approved. Motion carried.
On motion ;of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman-Spring, claims against the
City for the month of May'1967 were approved subject to the approval of the Admin-
istrative Officer. Motion carried.
1. Report from the City Attorney regarding his analysis of the City franchise to
the San Luis Garbage Company in which he states he feels the City Council has the
authority to control the rates charged at the City dump under the broad authority
granted in the ordinance.
Councilman Miller stated that he was the one who requested investigation of this
rate matter as several citizens have question6d him regarding the high rates charged
at the City dump.
Councilman Spring stated-that-he has never been approached by anyone or received
any complaints regarding the rates charged at the City dump and further he felt that
upon discussion with people who use the facility that they felt the rates were fair
and equitable.
Mayor Whelchel reminded -the City Council that the last time the rates for collection
of garbage within the City of San Luis Obispo were increased, that a discussion was
held urging that the City make an audit of the Garbage Company books at the -end of
the year of operation at the new rates to see what the rate of income attained was.
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The Mayor recommended that the City Council consider having the City auditor.when
they review the City books also make an audit of the Garbage Company's records.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, that. the. City
have an audit made of the Garbage Company's books in regard to the operations
under the City franchise with added expense if needed. Motion carried.
Charles Cattaneo, President of the Garbage Company, stated that he had no
objection to the City reviewing his books but that he wished the City Council
would keep in mind that if the rate of return is too low he would use this
report as.a basis for a rate increase.
2. Communication from the San Luis Coastal Unified School District notifying the
City Council that the School Board is willing to sell the Junior High School site
on Madonna Road to the City of San Luis Obispo since a in another location
is being purchased.
The School Board stated that in accordance with a prior agreement, the price
would be $6,000 per acre for the 23 acre site. Payment to be made by August 1,
1969 with partial payments during the-fiscal year 1967/68 and 1968/69.
The-communication was referred to the City Attorney for preparation of the
necessary agreement for purchase.
3. Communication from the San Luis Coastal Unified School District requesting
that the City Council consider budgeting funds for the next fiscal year for
the improvements to San Luis Drive adjacent to the School District property.
The School District notified the City that they have prepared tentative plans
to improve their parking area and to beautify the.school property with land-
scaping and also are willing to deed the necessary land for the alignment of
the street and urged that the City Council proceed as rapidly as possible
because all their plans for improvements hinge on the completion of San Luis '
Drive.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented a sketch prepared by the School Board
showing what.their proposed improvements consisted of on the school property.
He then presented for the Council's consideration the plans and specifications
for the improvement of San Luis Drive from Munoz Street to California Boulevard.
Mr. Romero stated that the total project, drainage, curb, gutter, sidewalks,
grading, paving, etc., would cost approximately $69,700 for the City's share.
He explained to the City Council the scope of the work to be done under the
complete proposal and then presented the City Council alternatives on a less
costly but less comprehensive project. He also explained the drainage problems
in this general.area..
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, reported to the City Council that no funds
had been budgeted for the San Luis Drive Project and suggested that possibly the
School Board could advance the necessary funds to the City to complete the
project this year and the City could then repay the School Board as funds became
available.
Dr. R. D. Notley, School District Superintendent, appeared before the City Council
urging that they seriously consider making the street improvements of San Luis
Drive as soon as possible so that the School District may proceed with the
improvements they have planned for School District property. '
He stated that it was imparative that at least the curb, gutter and sidewalks
be put in and the street brought to correct grade so that their driveways, etc.,
would be useable. Possibly the City could defer some of the payments on the
Madonna Road site and use this money on San Luis Drive.
Mr. Romero, City Engineer, then outlined for the City Council a smaller, less
comprehensive project for the improvement of San Luis Drive from California
Boulevard to the Administration Building at the School District property stating
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that this work could be'done without any problems and could_be.expanded . in the
future. .
The matter was referred to the City Budget Study Session.
5. Communication from the San Luis Coastal Unified School District requesting that
the City Council consider the approval of an appointment of an Advisory Committee
to assist the City Council and the Board of Education on planning for the Sinsheimer
Park Recreation Complex and other school properties jointly used for recreation
with the City of San Luis Obispo.
The School Board and the City Parks and Recreation Commission have approved this
c proposal and recommend to the City Council that a committee consisting of Reg
Streeter, Al Moriarty, Tom Lee, Wes Connor and Dr. Warren Quist.
on motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, that this.
suggestion of the School Board be accepted and that the appointment as recommended
be approved. Motion carried.
6. Communication from California State.Polytechnic.::Coliege bringing to the Council's
attention several. points questioned by the - Chancellor's. Office regarding the
agreement between the City and the College for a development of Highland Drive.
The communication and agreement were referred to the City Attorney for investigation
and recommendation to the City Council..
7. Communication from California State Polytechnic College regarding the improve-
ments being made by the College including signalizing the California - Foothill
Boulevard intersection.
The College stated they are proceeding with the construction but there are two areas
they wish cooperation on by the City:
1. The construction of the curb at Monte Vista and Foothill Boulevard.
2. The adjustment of sanitary sewer manholes and water valve boxes be
brought to the new grade..
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained to the City Council that: the matter of the
curb construction would be done by the property owner involved, that he and Mr.
Thompson, Water Director, had refused to expend City funds-to bring.the sewer
manholes and water valve boxes to the new grade as he felt that this should be
included inithe development proposed by the College.
on motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the City
pay for relocation of the sewer and water utility facilities in the proposed street
construction. Motion carried.
8. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented to the City Council the request of
Robert Johnson, 148-.Lincoln-Street, to.allow access.from the rear of Lot 9, Tract
110, Lincoln.Terrace to Santa Rosa Street.
Mr. Romero explained that the subdivision agreement for this tract prohibits access
from the rear of Lots 80 9 and 10 to Santa -Rosa Street.
Mr. Johnson appeared before the City Council stating that he needed additional auto
storage space on his property and requested that he be allowed to place a gate in
the�fence"..at.- the-.rear of his.property on Santa Rosa Street.
Mr. Johnson continued that he has no place to park in front of his house as part of
the frontage is taken up by.the driveway approach and the balance of the frontage
prohibits parking -due to the.location of:the.fire.hydrant..
Mr. Johnson continued that the access from Santa Rosa Street would not be a constant
in and out situation as he would only use it occasionally to store his boat.
Mr. Romero, City Engineer, reported.to.the City Council that the Division of Highways
does not limit access to:Santa Rosa.Street from-adjoining properties._
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The matter was referred to the City Attorney to investigate the restriction'on the
deed or subdivision agreement prohibiting access to Santa Rosa Street.
9. Communication from the San Luis Obispo Chamber.of Commerce requesting-that the
City Council appoint a Council Committee to meet with the Chamber Advertising and
Promotion Committee to discuss possible budget appropriations for advertising the
City of-San'Luis Obispo.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, that-the Mayor
be authorized to appoint a two man Council Committee to meet with the Chamber of
Commerce as requested.
Mayor Whelchel appointed Councilman Spring and Councilman Blake to meet as
requested. Motion carried.
Councilman Spring asked that the City,Council consider a meeting with Mr. Wallace,
the Executive Director,-for'a progress report on economic development for the
community. .
Councilman Spring stated'as the City'is paying a'porti'on of this expense they
should get progress reports on the activities of the Chamber.
10. Communication from Radio Station KVEC announcing their 30th anniversary of
service to the City of San Luis Obispo and the Central California Coastal Area
and inviting the Mayor and City Council -to tape rec6rd'a congratulatory message
if they so desire.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1696, a resolution congratulating KVEC
on its 30th anniversary of service to the City of San Luis Obispo and the Central
California Coastal Area.
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
11. At this time the City. Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of
the Planning Commission to change the zoning in the area bound by Santa Rosa
Street on the west, City Limit line on the north; Southern Pacific Railroad on
the east and Foothill Boulevard on the south from R -1, R -3, R -4 and C -N -S to R -H.
R. D. Young, Planning Director, reported to the City Council that this rezoning
was initiated by the Planning Commission in accordance with their program to.estab-
lish proper zoning in certain areas of the community. Also the.General Plan
proposes that this general area be developed with High Density Residential uses.
Further, rezoning of the suggested property to R -H, High Density Residential,
would provide the opportunity for development that would be compatible with the
General Plan recommendations for this area.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open.
Robert Sears, representing Morgan Flagg, lessee of the Steiner property, appeared
before the City Council stating that he is presently working with National General
Corporation to build a 700 seat modern theater building on the Flagg lease which
he stated he felt would be an asset to the community and hoped that the City Council
would defer action on this recommendation of changing the zoning from Commercial
to High Density Residential so that they may proceed with this proposal.
Mr. Barney Duveneck, property owner, asked that the City Council not rezone the
small parcel of property of his property next to Santa Rosa Street and the access
road to anything but Commercial or possibly to a Residential Office classification
because he.stated that due to the size of the parcel and its shape it can not be
developed into residential uses nor can it be developed with the balance of his
property.
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Mayor Whelchel declared the.public hearing closed.
Councilman Miller stated he felt .that the proposed zoning by the Planning Commission
was too restrictive for proper development and he suggested that this proposal be
sent back to the Planning Commission for a more thorough study for development of
recommendations for better uses.
Councilman Spring agreed that the Planning Commission should do a little more study
on this proposal.
Mayor Whelchel stated that he felt this matter of the rezoning should be held up to
allow the lessee to complete the negotiations with the theater people and give
this proposal an opportunity to be completed.
It was -moved by Councilman.Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that this
recommendation be referred to the Planning Commission for study and defer action
on the.Steiner property until January 1, 19680 Motion carried.
12. Report by the Administrative Officer on the Engineering and Public Works
Departments regarding organization was continued by the City Council.
13. Communication from Leeds, Hill and Jewett, Inc., Consulting Engineers, relative
to safety studies in connection with the Salinas Dam and Reservoir were ordered
received and filed.
14. Communication from William Flory, Parks and Recreation Director, stating that
the Park and Recreation Commission has considered the proposal by the City Council
for placing a fencing and a locked gate at Laguna Lake Park. It was the Commission's
feeling that this Park should not be any more restrictive than any other park areas
within the-City and•that park areas,should be open to the public at all times.
The Commission felt that there were problems policing the Park and felt that more
adequate controls along these lines should be enforced.
Mr. Flory stated that the Parks and Recreation Commission felt that people using
park facilities are better off when the least.restrictions are placed on their use.
Councilman Gallagher stated.he felt due.to -the isolated location-of the Laguna Lake
Park he felt that a locked gate was needed to control night activities at the Park.
Mayor Whelchel-stated that -he had received a great number of complaints from the
people in the Laguna Lake area from persons using the City owned park at night and
he also felt that the Park should be closed to control the nuisance..
Mr. Flory explained to the City Council the.considerations given this proposal by
the Parks and Recreation.Commission._�
Councilman Miller stated.that he agreed with.the Parks.and_Recreation Commission and
felt that all City Parks should be kept open at all times so that the people can
use them-whenever they,desire.
He continued that he felt a locked gate prohibiting access to the,Park was a.
mistake.
Councilman Spring stated that he agreed that.the Laguna Lake Park should be locked
at night'in order that unsupervised use of:the Park:,could be .controlled.
' Councilman Blake stated he agreed with the Parks and Recreation Commission and that
the Park should be kept open at all times. _
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman::Spring, .:the .Park Depart-
ment was instructed to install a gate and the Park to be closed from 10:00 P.M. to
6:00 A.M. with the police to close and open the gates at.-these times., Motion
carried on the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Frank Gallagher, Arthur-F. Spring, C1e11-W. Whelchel
NOES: Emmons Blake, Donald Q. Miller .
ABSENT: None
15. Communication from William Flory, Parks and Recreation Director, notifying
the City Council that the Parks and Recreation-Department had received two buildings
from Camp San Luis Obispo which were going to be remodeled and ;used for Junior
Rifle Club activities. This would be more in line with the Council's discussion
of removing:the rifle ranges from-the basement of -City Hall.
Mr. Flory continued that the original plan was to place the buildings in the
Laguna Lake Park area but several complaints were received from the residents and
the Fire Chief suggested that these buildings be placed at the Fire:Training Site
at the City Sewer Farm and in that way joint use of the buildings-could be-made
in the daytime for training and classes for the fire department and in the evening
it could be used by the Junior Rifle Clubs.
Also by having these buildings at the Sewer Farm, better protection against
vandalism would be had.
Mr. Flory stated that 'if•the City Council had no- objection, that he and the Fire
Department would proceed with this proposal.
The City Council stated they had no objection and authorized the Departments
concerned to proceed.
16.- Communication from the-Parks and Recreation Department notifying the City
Council that Mrs. Norma Sullivan has resigned as a member of the Parks and
Recreation Commission and recommended that the City Council appoint a member.
Communication was received and filed and referred to the City Council considering
all appointments to Boards and Commissions whose terms expire June 30, 1967.
17. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, stated the existing grading ordinance, adopted
by the City in 1965, does not adequately control the suitability of native material
for placement of a structure or•fill thereon; thus, we are faced with a situation
such as occurred in several Laguna Lake subdivisions, and is now occurring in the
Auto Park subdivision, where the developer can add fill to an existing marsh,
placing the fill in accordance with all City requirements and still arrive at an
unsuitable support for structures. In order to eliminate this weakness in our
ordinance,.I suggest that the following section be added:
Section 7012 (g) If, in the opinion of the City Engineer, native material
is not suitable to support a structure or a fill, he may require removal
of said material or may require a soils report from a recognized soils
engineer in accordance with the requirements of Section 7003.8 of this code.
Mr. Johnson, City Attorney, explained that due to a change in the State Law he is
presently studying recommendations to implement the State Law that requires the
subdivision ordinances of the City to be amended to require soils reports before
acceptance by the City.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded -by Councilman Miller, this matter of
soils report was referred•-to, the City Attorney and City Engineer for preparation
of recommendations for amendments to the proper City ordinances. Motion carried.
18. Communication from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, submitting additional infor-
mation to the City Council regarding modification of street construction standards
and their cost.implication. - -
This matter was continued.
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19. D. F. Romero,. City Engineer, presented a list of properties to the City Council
for their action to install sidewalk, curb and gutter under the public necessity
and convenience provisions of City Ordinance No. 257.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, went through each property on which he is recommending
the installation of sidewalk.
The City Council discussed these properties with the City Engineer and the matter was
continued to June 5, 1967, so that the City Council may review these properties in
light of the City Engineer's report.
20. Memorandum from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, regarding the subdivision.agreement
between the City of San Luis Obispo and Development Associates for Tracts 351 and 352.
Mr. Romero stated that Mr. Skinner had asked to have this matter held over until the
next Council Meeting when he will make a complete presentation regarding all of his
current developments.
21. At the request of D. F. Romero, City Engineer, the.City Council considered the
adoption of a resolution furnishing a more definite and certain description for that
portion of Grove Street abandoned by Resolution No. 1665.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following resolution
was introduced. Resolution No. 1683, a resolution furnishing a more definite and certain
description for the portion of Grove.Street abandoned by Resolution No. 1665 (1967 Series)
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
22. Memorandum from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, notifying the City Council.that
the City Attorney has arrived at the conclusion that the S.P. Railroad Company can
be treated in the same fashion as.any other property owner when the Council deter-
mines it advisable to require the installation of curb and gutter along railroad
frontage.
The matter was continued to June.5, 1967 when Mr. Romero is to report regarding
public convenience and necessity of a curb and gutter installation along the wester-
ly side of San Luis Drive between Munoz and California.
23. Memorandum from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, informing the City Council that he
had been notified by one of the major insurance companies that individuals requiring
liability insurance coverage for making excavations within the - public street and in
favor of the City that the companies would not issue this type of insurance to a .
private party but would issue such insurance to a contractor.
Mr. Johnson, City Attorney, explained the requirements of protecting the City when
either private or contractors open a street for water, sewer, or other utility
work and then if the improvement fails and no insurance has been filed, the City
would find themselves liable.
Councilman Gallagher stated that he was afraid that if the City enforces this .
insurance requirement on individuals making sewer and water connections it would
stop the little property owner. from doing his own work and would require him to.
retain a contractor which would be quite expensive and he hoped that some consider-
ation would be made of this fact by the City Council.
Mayor Whelchel stated while he agreed that the little property owner should be
protected he also felt that the City representing the majority of the taxpayers
should also be protected from having to correct improperly made patches in City
streets.
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The matter was referred to the City Attorney to see what other Cities in our
general area'do in this regard.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the Street
Superintendent was requested to make an inventory of street failures caused by•
contractors, utility companies or others when cutting into the street and then have
these repairs made by the City or original contractor as soon as feasible. Motion
carried. Councilman Blake voting no.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained to the City Council the inspection procedure
used by his office for inspection of back filling and paving of openings in the
streets.
24. Memorandum from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, forwarding to the City Council
a recommendation that the standard specifications for curb, gutter and sidewalks-be
updated as the standard specifications now in use by the City were adopted in 1945.
Mr. Romero briefed the problem for the City Council and the corrections proposed
by the resolution presented.
The City Council ordered that a public hearing be held on June 5, 1967 on this
recommendation and that all the contractors be sent a copy and notified of the
public hearing.
25. Communication from Johnson Highlands, Inc., requesting that the City Council
issue final approval and acceptance of tracts 290 and 305 in the City of San Luis
Obispo.
In accordance with Council-policy on accepted subdivisions, this matter was
continued to June 5, 1967.
26. Communication from Johnson Highlands, Inc., advising the City Council that
all the bills for labor and material affecting Tract 305 have been paid was ordered
received and filed.
27. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reported to the :City Council�that the plans and -
specifications for the-Andrews Street Bridge Project are almost complete and that
they were being planned to be presented to the City Council for their consideration
at the Council Meeting to be held on June 5, 1967 as per Council instruction.
28. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the Council's consideration plans
and specifications for the widening of Orcutt Road.
R. D. Miller, Administrative-Officer, reported to the City Council on the lack of
funds available for this project in the 1967/68 budget.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained to the City Council the cooperation he has
received from adjacent property owners in deeding the land for the necessary widen-
ing and also the expense that many of these property owners have gone to in building
retaining walls as part of this project.'
D. F. Romero stated he was under the impression that the City Council wished him -to
proceed with this project as they did not question when the street widening agree-
ments and deeds were submitted for approval. He pointed out that he had been given
direction by the Council in October 1966 regarding the•extent of the work proposed.
D. F. Romero stated he estimates the cost of this project to be $28,700.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, suggested that this matter be referred to the
Council Budget Study to be viewed in comparison with other already approved projects.
Mr. Easter, Orcutt Road, stated that he:had been told by the Public Works Department
at the time he was asked to cooperate with the City in this widening that this
project was ready to go and would be completed as soon as all the property was
procured and winter rains were over and he stated he hoped that the City would not
delay this work indefinitely.
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R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, brought to the Council's attention the basis
of the resolution on street widening that stated the work would be done upon funds
being available to the City for such work.
This matter was referred to the City Budget Study Session.
29. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for.the Council's consideration the
preliminary plans for construction of an employees locker room and sign shop
building at the City Yard.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, reported that $4,000 had been proposed for the
locker room and showers at the City Yard in the 1966/67 budget and had not been spent.
He further stated that he was carrying this item over into the 1967/68 budget and
adding $1,000.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained to the City Council that the locker room and
sign shop at the City Yard were needed at this time and estimated that the cost
would be $15,000. He asked for Council guidance in completing the plans and speci-
fications for this facility.
This matter was continued to the meeting of June 5, 1967. It was the concensus of
the Council that only the locked room would be considered for construction at this
time at a cost of $7,500.
30. The City Attorney, H. Johnson, reported to the City Council as follows on the
drainage problem at 1155 Fernwood Drive and stated that upon review of the sub-
division agreement between the City and the subdivider for construction of this
subdivision, he stated he felt the City had the right to enforce the various condi-
tions of the subdivision agreement but he questioned whether the City had the
right to require changes or installation of improvements after the final map has
been approved. He agreed, of course, there was no question about the right of a
private property owner to sue on his own behalf to.abate a nuisance..
He suggested that the solution presented by the Fire Chief appears to be the solution
to all the problems to help all parties concerned.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the recommendation
of Chief Schlobohm was approved and he was ordered to proceed. Motion carried.
31. Communication from the City Clerk requesting that additions, corrections, and
cancellations be made to the 1966/67 assessment roll.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the corrections,
cancellations and additions were approved to the 1966/67 assessment roll. Motion
carried.
32. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the following
ordinance was introduced for final passage. Ordinance No. 372, an ordinance
authorizing the sale of property to the State of California for Highway purposes
and the granting of a temporary easement over City property adjacent thereto.
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
33. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
ordinance was introduced for final passage. Ordinance No. 374, an ordinance amend-
ing the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code to include an A -H (Airport Hazard) Combining
District.
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Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None 1
34. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the following
ordinance was introduced for final passage. Ordinance No. 375, an ordinance amend-
ing the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code to include a conversion table classifying
land annexed to the City.
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES:' Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
35. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1693, a resolution amending the applica-
tion of the City of San Luis Obispo to the San Luis' Obispo County Local Agency
Formation Commission relative to a proposal to annex territory to the City of San
Luis Obispo. - "
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
36. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1697, a resolution authorizing the Deputy
Director of Civil Defense or the Administrative Officer to execute applications for
financial aid under'P.L. 920 on behalf of the City.
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
37. The City Clerk reported the following bids received for Santa Rosa Street
Widening at Monterey Street. '
1. C. S. Construction Company $ 9,472.10
Post Office Box 24
Pismo Beach, California
2. Harms Brothers 92493.90
5261 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, California
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3. Burke Construction Company $112392.40
Post Office Box 957
San Luis Obispo, California
4. Ted Watkins 112785.00
Post Office Box 1380
San Luis Obispo, California
Engineer's Estimate 8,079.55
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended the low bid of C. S. Construction Company.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, the low bid of C. S.
Construction was accepted. Motion carried.
38. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
contract payments were approved and ordered paid subject to a final cleanup by the
contractor O'Kelley. Motion carried.
39. Administrative Officer, R..D..Miller, announced the promotion of Jack Kellerman
to Chief Building Inspector effective June 1, 1967 at $617 per month with consideration
to advance to $652 per month in six months subject to a one year probationary period.
40. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the Mayor was
authorized to accept the following deeds and covenants on behalf of the City. .Motion
carried.
A. Quitclaim deed and agreement from George V. Bettencourt and Caroline 0.
Bettencourt for street widening on Higuera Street.
B. Covenant from Larry Field and Benjamin Cox for a Polygon with bench
' straddling the right -of -way line.
C. Covenant from Southern Counties Gas Company of California for a free
standing sign.
41. Progress report by the City Engineer on street widening dated April 28, 19.67.
was ordered received and filed.
42. Communication from .the Civil Defense Advisory Board regarding the conversion of
the City Hall Basement into a Civil Defense Operating Center or.the inclusion of an
EOC in the proposed Police Facility.
After discussion by the City Council the matter was referred to a Joint Meeting of
the City Council and the Civil Defense Advisory Board for June 12, 1967.
44. Communication from the Chamber-of Commerce notifying.the City Council that they
have made arrangements to transfer the lease on their existing building on Marsh
Street and hope to move into the City owned building on the 1st of July.
The Chamber of Commerce continued that the School Department will vacate the building
on June 30, 1967.
R. D. Miller,, Administrative Officer, briefed the background of this proposal for the
City Council.
It was moved by Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Spring, that the City
Council approve in principal the lease conditions to the Chamber and the matter was
referred to the City Attorney for preparation of a lease. Motion carried.
45. Progress report by the Student Plaza Action Committee was ordered received and
filed.
46. Communication from the California Electric Sign Association was ordered received
and filed.
47. Communication from the City Clerk listing Council appointees whose terms expire
on June 30, 1967 was referred to the City Council meeting of June 19, 1967.
48. Communication from the Planning Director regarding the installation of back-
ground music for the City Hall.
City Council Minutes
May 15, 1967
Page 12
Mr. Young stated that the employees have expressed a willingness to pay for the system,
however, the ramifications of paying for it on an installment basis can not be worked
out.
Mr. Young suggested that the City might pay for the initial unit of $500 and that
the additional cost of material and labor to install the speaker system could be
assessed by the employees by an• individual assessment. '
Mr. Jack Kellerman, Building Inspector, appeared before the City Council explaining
just what was proposed-for this background music.
Councilman Gallagher stated he objected to spending this money for background music
as he felt that the $500 could be spent in other ways.for.the benefit of-the employees.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, that the City appro-
priate $500 for the initial installation. Motion carried. Councilman Spring and
Councilman Gallagher voting no.
49. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented a letter.from West Coast Construction
Company asking that they be granted a delay in the starting time for the installa-
tion of 8" cast iron pipe in Church Street and Montalban Street in accordance with
City Plan No. 9 -67.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, stated he had no objection to a delay in starting this
project.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that the request of
West Coast Construction Company be denied and that they proceed in accordance with
the plans and specifications. Motion carried.
50. For the Council's consideration, an agreement- between the Southern Pacific 1
Company and the City for the right to construct, maintain and operate a 6" sewer
pipe line beneath the railroad tracks owned by the Southern Pacific Company to serve
the State Highway Patrol Office.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, reported that the agreement was in order and recommend-
ed adoption so that the contractor may proceed.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the following resolu-
tion was introduced. Resolution No. 1694, a resolution authorizing the Mayor to
execute agreement with Southern Pacific Company.
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
51. The City Attorney presented for the Council's consideration Ordinance No. 376,
an ordinance calling for an election for the Edna Road Annexation No. 1.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
ordinance was introduced and finally passed. Ordinance No. 376, an ordinance
calling for an election for the Edna Road Annexation No. 1.
Finally passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Council Minutes
May 15, 1967
Page 13
52. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, presented to the City Council the proposed
budget for 1967/68 for the Council's consideration and stated he was available to meet
with the Council to go over the items in the budget at their convenience.
43. At this time the City Council held a discussion on-personnel matters.
53. H. Johnson, City Attorney, brought to the Council's attention the fact that
' the lease between the City and the County covering City owned property at the County
Airport expires before the next Council meeting and felt that'the City Council
should take some action to continue or cancel the existing lease.
Mr. Johnson presented the thinking of the County Officials on this matter and the
City Council Committee feelings after one joint meeting.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Blake, that the City sell
the property at the airport to the County or trade for County owned property within
the City limits but until this can be accomplished that the lease at the airport
be continued on a month to month basis until settled. Motion carried.
55. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City
grant permission to close Monterey Street between Chorro and Broad Streets from
6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Thursday, May 18, 1967 for the start of the La Fiesta
celebration. Motion carried.
56. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the Mayor
was authorized to leave the State of California from May 26 to May 31, 1967. Motion
carried.
54. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Miller, the City Council
adjourned to 12 :00 Noon, Wednesday, May 17, 1967 to begin study of the proposed
1967/68 city budget. Motion carried.
APPROVED: June 5, 1967
H— . FtTZPATRICK
CITY CLERK
MINUTES.
ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
May 17, 1967 - 12 :00 Noon
Conference Room
Roll Call
Present: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, Clell W. Whelchel
City Staff
Present: J. H. Fitzpatrick, City Clerk; R. D. Miller, Administrative
Officer.
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1. The City Council discussed the communication from Joe Warnagieris, County
Assessor, notifying the City that effective July 1, 1967, the cessation of
the cooperative arrangement between.the City and County of the tax assessment
program. Mr. Warnagieris stated that after that date his records will be closed
to the City's use. The-communication was referred to the Council Committee
( Whelchel and Blake) studying this matter.