HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/05/1967City Council Minutes
June 29, 1967
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1. The City Council reviewed the 1967 -68 proposed budget considering capital
outlay and construction projects for priority inclusion in the budget.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, the 1967 -68 budget
was adopted. Motion carried.
' 2. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, to allow
Serafin on Johnson Avenue to use his property for dumping dirt from his street
widening project. Motion carried.
3. On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1713, a resolution of the City of San Luis
Obispo to open an active account with the San Luis National Bank.
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
4. The City Council received a request from the A&M Cab Company to allow reduced
rates for handicapped persons riding the taxi cabs to and from sponsored recreation
periods at the Bowling Alley was approved on motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by
Councilman Gallagher. Motion carried.
5. The City Engineer and Fire Chief were instructed to restrict dumping behind the
' truck stop on South Higuera Street to clean fill dirt only and to have present
combustible materials burned off.
6. It was the common consent of the City Council that they did not wish to take
a position for or against the proposed paging system offered to the community.
7. The meeting adjourned on motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by-Councilman
Miller. Motion carried.
APPROVED: July 5, 1967
FITZPATRICK
CITY CLERK
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY•COUNCIL
July 5, 1967 - 7:00 P.M.
CITY HALL
' Invocation by Reverend William Allen, Church of Christ.
Roll Call
City Staff
Present: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, C1ell 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.
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On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, the. minutes of the
meetings of June 15, 19, 21, 26 and 29, 1967 were approved. Motion carried.
On motion of Councilman - Blake, seconded by Councilman Spring, the claims against
the City for the month of July 1967 were ordered paid subject to the approval of the
Administrative Officer. Motion carried.
1. Mr. Charles F. Dorsey, Chairman of the Citizens' Committee on Low Cost Housing,
appeared before the City Council stating that the.Committee had studied the matter
of Low Cost Housing for the community through private financing and construction
but that the Committee reached the conclusion that private elements of the economy
could not fulfill the need and therefore the Committee recommended that the City
Council explore the possibility of having the County Housing Authority assume the
responsibility of the City Housing authority and initiate new projects within the
City of San Luis Obispo.
Further Mr. Dorsey stated he felt that the County Housing Authority and the
Citizens Committee should prepare a workable program for Los Cost Housing to be placed
on the 1968 regular ballot and that the public be educated with the purposes of
obtaining public housing and to work for their support for this acquisition.
Mr. Dorsey recommended that the first step the City Council should take is to
declare the existing Housing Authority null and void so that the County Housing
Group could assume responsibility.
The City Council discussed with Mr. Dorsey and Committee Members present the
studies made by the Committee in arriving at their recommendation to ask the
County Housing Authority to assume responsibility in the City of San Luis Obispo.
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Blake, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1716, a.resolution abolishing the City
Housing Authority.
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
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, that the City
Council appoint two members to meet with the City Housing Committee to prepare a
presentation to the County Housing authority for the County to assume jurisdiction
for public housing in the City of San Luis Obispo. Councilman Blake and Councilman
Miller volunteered to serve on this Committee.
2. Communication from Johnson Highlands, Inc., requesting that the City Council
grant an extension of time for construction of curb, gutter and street improvements
along Johnson Avenue at Tract No. 212 as the developer is planning a new development
of this area which is being considered by the Planning Commission for planned
development. He stated that if the improvements were put in at this time they
would have to be removed in order to accommodate the new development.
The City Clerk presented a report on the obligation of the developer to improve
Johnson Avenue at Tract No. 212 as a condition of the subdivision agreement.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained in detail improvements on Johnson Avenue
existing and proposed on both sides of the Balser property. He also showed sketches
of the proposed developed property by Johnson Highlands, Inc.
Mr. Blaser, developer, appeared before the City Council explaining the history and
the reasons for inclusion of Lot 9, Block D, Tract No. 212.in.the. original sub -
division.agreement.
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Mr. Blaser stated that he objected to this inclusion in the original subdivision but
was overruled by the City Council. He stated that this property was very difficult
to develop due to its location, shape and topography and felt that the City Council
should give him some relief by extending the time for development until his new pro-
posal is approved by the Planning Commission or denied.
The City Council discussed the request of Mr. Blaser for extension of time to
improve his property on Johnson Avenue.
The City Council felt that this corner was a most dangerous portion on Johnson Avenue
and felt that for traffic safety it should be improved.
Mr. Blaser added that the Planning Commission would consider his planned development
at the second meeting in July but if it were approved by them it would be one year
before construction would start on the completed development.
Mayor Whelchel suggested that the City Council grant a 30 day extension to the
developer to see what action the Planning Commission would take on the proposed
plan.
Councilman Spring stated that he felt the City -should proceed with the widening
of Johnson Avenue including this portion of Tract No. 212 as this matter has been
delayed since 1963, was in the subdivision agreement and should be completed.
Councilman Miller agreed that the City should proceed with the widening as was
already contracted for.
The City Council then discussed with the City Engineer the disposition of adjoining,
properties relative to widening of Johnson Avenue on both sides of the Blaser parcel.
On motion of Councilman. Gallagher, seconded by Councilman. Spring, that the Blaser
parcel be widened and graded but no curb, gutter or sidewalk at this time with either
a berm or batterboard curbing. Motion carried.
3. Communication from Madonna Construction Company offering to lease the grazing
land at Laguna Lake for a period of five years under the terms and conditions
advertised by the City.
H. Johnson, City Attorney, briefed for the City Council the proposal of Madonna
Construction Company for lease of grazing land at Laguna Lake.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 380, an ordinance leasing property at
Laguna Lake for grazing purposes.
Introduced and passed to print on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. Miller, C1ell W. Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
4. Traffic Committee Report of June 20, 1967.
67 -7 -1T: The Traffic Committee has received a request from General Fireproofing .
Company for 15 feet of red curbing.on either side of the driveway entrances to the
plant. Evidently, a serious problem is presented when cars park too close to the
entrances, hindering truck traffic as well as employee cars. We recommend that these
two red zones be authorized.
67 -7 -3T: The Traffic Committee has noted a hazardous traffic condition in front of
174 Carpenter which extends approximately 170 feet around the corner opposite the
Hathway intersection. We feel that the situation would be considerably improved if
a red zone were painted forapproximately 170 feet, the entire length_ of curbing
in front of the residence at 174 Carpenter, and so recommend.
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67 -7 -4T: The Traffic•Committee has received a request from Ronald Dunin that the
white zone be extended in front of the Los Padres-Motel. The Committee feels that
there would be no harm in extending the existing zone on the south side of Monterey
Street east of his motel driveway for approximately 8 feet. This should make
approximately two car spaces-available for passenger loading and unloading in front
of his motel. We so recommend.
67 -7 -5T: The Police Department has suggested that the stop sign on Nipomo at Peach
Street be replaced with a yield sign and we so recommend. Since this is a blending
type movement, many motorists have disregarded the stop sign in the past, thus
causing a severe traffic hazard.
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following .
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1715, a resolution establishing parking
regulations on Laurel Lane, Carpenter Street, Monterey Street and establishing a
yield sign on Nipomo.
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 -7 -2T: The Traffic Committee hasreceived a request for 240 feet of 2 -hour
parking on the west side of Kentucky between 111 and 169 Kentucky. We have been
observing this problem for some time but, before making a specific recommendation,
we feel that the Administrative Officer should contact all residents in this block
to determine their wishes. If the Council has no objection, he will proceed in
this manner.
The City Administrative Officer was authorized to proceed.
5. Communication from the City Planning Commission recommending that the City
Council approve the abandonment of Johnson Avenue contiguous.to 603 Johnson Avenue
and the railroad right of way.
The Planning Commission stated that this portion of Johnson Avenue is not needed
for street purposes and that the requested abandonment be approved subject to
retainment of necessary easements for water and sewer facilities.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1717, a resolution abandoning a portion
of Johnson Avenue.
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
6. Communication from James Negranti requesting the transfer of his cardroom
license from 978 Morro Street to 967 Osos Street.
On motion off Councilman, Miller, seconded by Councilman Spring, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1718, a resolution approving transfer of
cardroom license.
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
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7. Communication from the City Attorney reporting on entertainment license ordinances
in other cities.
Mr. Johnson reported to the City Council on a review of City ordinances relative
to the regulations of topless entertainment and related business license matters.
After review, Mr. Johnson suggested that the City Council might wish to defer action
on a revision of our existing ordinance until the 1967 State.Legislature has concluded
their session as there are several State Bills dealing with topless entertainment and
any action taken by the City Council at this time might be contrary to state -law.
On motion of Councilman.Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the matter was
ordered received and filed. Motion carried.
8. Communication from D. F. Romero, City Engineer, relative to the improvement of
Carpenter Lane and Hillside Court to City standards. He stated that Carpenter Lane
could be the minimum 30 foot street section which would include 4 foot sidewalks
and 22.foot roadway.
A storm.drain facility would have to be constructed to carry the water from Hillside
Court down Carpenter Lane to Broad Street which would then connect with.the facility
proposed to be installed by the City this year.
D.T. Romero stated that the full cost of improving Carpenter Lane between Broad
and Hillside Court would be $15,000.
D. F. Romero stated to improve Hillside Court, a minimum street of 30 feet of roadway
would be required with the installation of sewer and service to be installed, water
services to be provided by an extension of the main to be installed across the Bressi
property and assume that sidewalks would not be required on the easterly side of the
street, the estimate would be'$46,000 including a factor for contingencies and
engineering.
The matter was continued�to the meeting of July 17,1967 so that the applicant, Mr.
Perkins, could be made aware of the City Engineer's suggestions.
8:20 P.M. Mayor Whelchel called a recess. 8:30 P.M. the meeting reconvened.
9. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on.Resolution No. 1704, a
resolution requiring sidewalk improvements.on.,portions of various streets in the
City of San Luis Obispo.
The City Clerk read a letter from Mrs. E. L. Anderson, 639 Pismo Street, requesting
that the City Council delay the installation of sidewalks on her property until the
end of October 1967 as her husband is away commercial fishing.:
Communication from Carlos Nungaray requesting delays in.installation of curb, gutter
and sidewalks on his property at 497 Marsh Street, Beach Street side, as the property
is zoned commercial and he does not have his plans finalized for development.
Mayor Whelchel ~declared the public hearing open.
Fred Kimball, 283 and 303 Higuera Street, appeared before the City Council opposing
the requirement of placing curb, gutter and sidewalks on the rear of the property
on Pismo Street as this property is used commercially and trucks load.and unload
from Pismo Street by backing up to the ramp.
' Mr. Kimball agreed that he would improve the drainage as required by the City
Engineer but asked for relief for.placing curb, gutter and sidewalks.
W. G. Edwards,- :representing Berkemeyer Market at 231 Pismo Streets asked for relief
from the City Council in installing.curb, gutter -.and sidewalks•-on his property as
this is also a commercial use.and he needs all the frontage for trucks loading and
unloading in the warehouse area.
J. Dana, 1405 Walker Street, asked relief from installing curb, gutter and sidewalks
due torthe elevation -of the.streetf.which would make it:impossible•to load -or unload
trucks:-at the ice house.
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J. Westerman, 148 South Street, asked for a delay of eight months in installing.
sidewalks on this property as the present lease expires at that time and they
will then put in the sidewalk improvements.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer,.explained to the City Council the problems involved
in the properties asking for relief from the operation of Resolution No. 1704. '
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, then presented his recommendations on the protests
received from Dana, Edwards and Kimball as follows: He explained with the current
small amount of pedestrian traffic and the construction problems, that the sidewalk
provisions might well be waived. However, drainage problems in the area would
warrant the installation of a concrete gutter.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
action was taken on the protests previously listed: (1) Anderson- City Council to
continue to November 1967; (2) Nungaray - City Council continued to November 1967;
(3) Dana, Edwards and Kimball - requirement for curb, gutter and sidewalks was
deleted at this time; (4) Westerman was granted an eight month extension to install
sidewalks. Motion carried.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, brought to the Council's attention the matter of the
sidewalks on Johnson Avenue adjacent to 1306 Higuera Street which has a.-12' sidewalk
adjoining at the service station but that he would recommend an eight foot sidewalk
integral with curb and gutter due to the topography and the retaining wall.
After discussion by the City Council a six foot sidewalk was authorized for the
French Properties on Johnson Avenue.
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, brought to the Council's attention the matter of
the Brendlin -Rice and Company, 274 Buchon Street, and recommended that a six foot
integral sidewalk be installed on this property even though it was zoned commercial
since the Council had previously determined that.a 6 foot sidewalk was adequate
on the High Street frontage. -
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1719, a resolution determining that
public convenience requires construction of sidewalks on portions of various
streets in 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
10. At this time the City Council held a public hearing on the recommendation of
the Citizens' Sign Committee for the City Council to adopt a new comprehensive
sign ordinance for the City of San Luis Obispo.
R. D. Young, Planning and Building Director, went through the proposed ordinance for
the City Council presenting changes, amendments and additions made to the various
sections since the last hearing.
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing open.
Leo Shoemaker, representing the Oil and Gas Industry, requested that the City
Council classify Section 8600.7(d) dealing with rotating signs and asked that the
maximum area of 50 square feet that the words per side be added..
Mayor Whelchel declared the public hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Spring, - seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
ordinance was introduced and passed to print. Ordinance No. 379, an ordinance
amending the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code to adopt the Sign Ordinance for said
City.
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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
11. At this time the City Council considered the agreement between the City of
San Luis Obispo and the San Luis Coastal Unified School District for the purchase
of approximately 23 acres of land in Laguna Lake area for $138,000.
The City Council discussed paragraph 5 in the agreement which imposed a condition
on the sale that if the City were to sell the property to a non - public body, that
the School District would have the option to re= purchase the property 50 years from
the final payment thereof At the original price.
The City Council objected to this restriction on the property, as 50 years was.a
long time and no one knew what the conditions would be 50 years from now.
Further the City has never conditioned any deeds for property sold to the School
District.
On motion of Councilman Spring, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1720, a resolution approving agreement
with the San Luis Coastal Unified School District, as amended, and authorizing .
execution by the Mayor. Motion carried.
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
12. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
resolution was introduced.. Resolution No. 1708, a resolution of intention to call
special election to annex property 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
13. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by:Counc'ilman Blake, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1711, a resolution establishing salary
ranges for employee classifications, assigning City employees to classifications
and salary steps within the respective pay ranges, describing methods of advancement
within said salary ranges, and repealing all previous salary resolutions.
' Passed and adopted on'the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emmons Blake, Frank Gallagher, Arthur F. Spring,
Donald Q. 411'er,jClell W: Whelchel
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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14. On motion of Councilman Gallagher; seconded by Councilman Spring; the•
following resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1712, a resolution tabulating
equipment replacement--appropriations,-for the fiscal year 1967 -68 and total
accumulations for each piece of equipment.
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
X. R. D. Miller,--Administrative Officer., announced to the City Council the
following figures which are the final tabulations for the 1967 -68 budget.
Operating Budget: $3,351,112.63;.Total Budget: $3,530,194.41.
15. Counci•lmaa Miller brought to'-the-City Council's attention:the drainage
problem in the east end of Fixlini Street at the•Treadwell••property which due to
underground water is causing damage to the City street and to adjacent properties.
Councilman Miller felt that something should be done by the City to improve this
situation in order to save the City street and protect the private property
owneis' property...,..
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, explained that the Department had made numerous
attempts to solve this problem in past years on an economical basis, and had
planned to make a repair this year upon completion of the higher priority work on
major streets. A permanent solution would involve reconstruction of the end of
the street and installation of a plastic drain line from the reconstructed
area to the natural creek channel near the intersection of Fixlini - and Lizzie
Streets. I
He estimates the cost for these improvements to be $4,000 for a first class job
with the work being done by a contractor and one half of the cost if the work
were done by City crews.
Councilman Miller suggested that the City forces repair the street failure and_
correct the drainage on a temporary'basis at this time..
The City Council approved the suggestions and ordered the City Engineer to proceed.
16. The City Clerk reported on the following bids received on the proposal for
Sprinkler System Material in accordance with specifications.
1. Emerald Irrigation Supply Company $29780.66
Salinas, California
Net Bid Price (Excluding State and Local Sales Tax)
2. San Luis Obispo County Farm Supply Company 3,007.13
Net Bid- Price-(Excluding State and Local Sales Tax)
3. Ewing Turf Products 2,581.31
San Leandro, California
.Net Bid Price (Excluding State and Local Sales Tax)
W. E. Flory, Parks and Recreation-Director-, recommended that the low bid-of
Ewing Turf Products be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the low bid of
Ewing Turf Products, Inc., was accepted. Motion carried.
17. The City Clerk reported on the following bids received for the Shower and
Locker Room, City Plan No. 14 -67.
1. Ray B. Bunnell $10,265.00
1850 Sydney Street
San Luis Obispo, California
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.2. Harold E. Pillow. $12,111.00
254 Del Mar Court
San Luis Obispo, California
D. F. Romero, City Engineer, recommended.that the low.bid of Ray B. Bunnell be .•
accepted.
' On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the low bid was
awarded to Ray B. Bunnell. Motion carried. Councilman Blake voting no.
R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, asked the City Council to adjust the budget
by an increase of $3,000 to cover this contract. (This $3,000 included in figures
cited above.)_;
18. The City Clerk reported on the following bid received for Six Month Sidewalk,
Curb, Gutter and Driveway Ramp Repairs.
1. W. G. Shelton - $5,410.50
287 Cerro Romauldo.
San Luis Obispo, California
D..F.-Romero, City.Engineer, recommended that the low bid be accepted.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, the low bid of
W. G. Shelton was accepted. Motion carried. f
19. D. F. Romero, City Engineer, presented for the.Council's consideration plans
and specifications for widening Foothill Boulevard near,Santa Rosa Street and
Foothill Boulevard near Tassajara Drive.
Mr. Romero stated the estimated cost of the project was $7,800.
On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Blake, that the plans and
specifications,be approved, bids be called for and that a fire hydrant be added at
Foothill Boulevard across from Bank of America for an additional estimated cost of
$650.00. Motion carried.
20. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, the following
contract payments were approved and ordered paid:
1. BURKE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Est. #I $1,310.40
Orcutt Road Improvements (5% complete)
2.
W. M. LYLES
Est. #1
7,034.45
C.H.P. Sewer Line
3.
JACK S. FOSTER
Est. #2
132152.63
Sewer Farm Field Reconst. &
(100% complete)
Fire Training Site
4.
C. S. CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Est. #1
42777.56
Santa Rosa Street Widening.
(55% complete)
5.
WEST COAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Est. #2
398.45
Water Line Improvements
.(100% complete)
6.
WEST COAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Est. X63 (Final)
12223.67
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Water Line Improvements
(100% complete)
Motion carried.
21.. On motion of Councilman B1 ake,;.seconded.,by:,Councilman Miller,.the following
grant deeds, agreements and covenants were approved and the Mayor was authorized
to accept and record on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
A. Grant deed and agreement from Harry E. Serafin for street widening on
Johnson Avenue.
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•B.•<Covenant from Phillips Petroleum Corporation for a free standing sign at
1108 Monterey Street.
C. Grant deed and street widening agreement from Samuel T. Wells and Elena
Wells for Foothill Boulevard widening. Also partial reconveyance from California
Reconveyance Company on behalf of Samuel Wells and quitclaim from George.I. Beckwith
and Bonnie M. Beckwith.
D. Agreement from the Southern Pacific Company for the installation of a
6 -inch sanitary sewer line to serve the State Highway Patrol Office in the City of
San Luis Obispo.
22. R. D. Miller, Administrative Officer, announced the appointment of Johnie L.
Harmon as Police Officer effective July 1, 1967 at Step 1, $550 per month, subject
to a one year probationary•period.
23. D. F. Romero City Engineer, reported that all street widening projects
assigned by the City Council under. the priority schedule have been completed in so
far as the Public Works Department is able to proceed.
24. On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1714, 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•'
NOES: None
25. Communication from the County Economic Opportunity Office regarding the
appointment of a delegate from the City of San Luis Obispo to the Economic Develop-
ment Commission was ordered received and filed and Councilman Spring was to •
continue as the City's representative on the Commission.
26. On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by\Councilman Blake,.the following
grant deeds and agreements were accepted and the Mayor was authorized to sign and
record same.
A. Grant deed from Charles M. Baker and William E. Baker for water line in
Ramona Street.
B. Grant deed from Dominic Bressi and Frances S. Bressi for 10 foot water
line.
C. Grant deed from Dominic Bressi and Frances S. Bressi for pump station
site.
D. Agreement between the City and Bressi covering the above listed grant
deeds.
E. Agreement between the City and Geraldine Houser for water easement on
Serrano Drive.
Motion carried.
27. Communication from the Great American Insurance Company regarding City
exposure to losses when cleaning sewer lines was continued to July 17, 1967 for
report by the City Engineer on the cost of equipment suggested by the insurance
company.-
28. H. Johnson, City Attorney, presented to the City Council the amended agreement
with the State College System for the.extension and improvements of Highland
Drive.
On motion of Councilman Blake, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, the following
resolution was introduced. Resolution No. 1706, a resolution approving the
agreement for the extension of Highland Drive and authorizing execution by
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the Mayor.
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
29. H. Johnson, City Attorney, brought the following matter to the Council's
attention:
1. Purchase of the Fredericks Estate property in cooperation with the
Johnson Estate. Mr. Johnson stated that he had been ' contacted by the attorney.
for the Johnson Estate, and the escrow papers were ready to be signed by the City
for purchase of a portion of the Fredericks Estate. He stated he had reviewed the
escrow instructions and they were in•order and the purchase price was $58,298.00.
On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded-by Councilman Gallagher, that the Mayor
be authorized to sign the escrow instructions and deposit the required funds.
Motion carried.
2. Mr. Johnson then presented his negotiations with Adamski and Barbee for
purchase by the City of land needed for street widening on Santa Rosa Street between
Palm and Mill Streets.
3. Mr. Johnson reported to the Council that Mr. Kenny Lane, dba Pal Joey had
moved out of the City owned property on Monterey Street and was asking for the
payment of moving expenses as arranged for by the Downtown Association..
' On motion of Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Miller, that the City pay
Kenny Lane the $1500_moving expense after receipt of the funds from the Downtown
Association: Motion carried.
30. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Gallagher, R. D. Miller,
Administrative Officer and 0. G. Gullickson, Deputy Director of Civil Defense were
asked "to.provide the Council with the smallest area which would qualify for federal
matching funds for an EOC.
31. At this time the City Council discussed the appointment of individuals to the
Park and Recreation Commission and the Planning Commission.
Planning Commission
Councilman Miller nominated Robert Johnson.
Councilman Gallagher nominated Francis McNamara.
Councilman Blake nominated Kenneth W. Schwartz.
Councilman Gallagher nominated LaVerne Schneider.
Councilman Gallagher nominated John Evans.
The City Council discussed the background and experience of each candidate nominated
for appointment to the City Planning Commission.
-- Councilman Gallagher stated that no'one should be.asked to serve more than two
terms, due to time involved, but" also that by limiting appointments to two terms,
other citizens in the community would be given an opportunity to serve their City.
Councilman Miller stated that he felt that the Planning Commission should have new
members in order to get new ideas for the development of the City.
Councilman Blake stated he disagreed with the other Councilmen on a two term limit
as he felt it was being directed at Kenneth Schwartz, and he felt that Mr. Schwartz
had done an excellent job for the City in directing the Planning Commission over the
years that he was Chairman of the Commission. Councilman Blake continued that on