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MINUTES. OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OP THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA
The regular meeting of
was called to order at
ROLL CALL
April 9, 1974
the City Council of the City of National City
7:30 p.m. by Mayor Morgan.
Council members present: Camacho, Dalia, Pinson, Reid, Morgan,
Absent: None. Administrative officials present: Gerschler, Deputy
City Clerk Gudmundson, Assist. City Engineer Hoffland, McLean,
Stenberg.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
The meeting was opened with salute to the flag led by Assist. City
Manager Stenberg followed with invocation by the Rev. Peter Borda,
St. Mary's Catholic Church.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Pinson, seconded by Reid, the minutes of the regular meeting
of April 2, 1974 be approved. Carried by unanimous vote.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - None.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
HAROLD GORHAM, 102 Highland Ave., was present and stated he addressed
the Council at last Tuesday's meeting and he wishes to up -date his
presentation; he has with him tonight Miss Florence Murray, who is
affiliated with Senator Hartke and his staff; she will outline why
it is important that he receive this City's endorsement of his design
concept and possibly financial help in getting to Washington for the
interview. MISS FLORENCE MURRAY, 5050 Niagra, Apt. 303, San Diego,
was present and said she has been closely affiliated with Senator
Vance Hartke, Chairman of the Sub -Committee of Transportation; Senator
Hartke has granted, through a letter, permission for Mr. Gorham and
herself to meet with him in Washington D.C. to present Mr. Gorham's
unique design concept; she hopes Council will endorse Mr. Gorham as
National City's representative to present the mass transit system
he has devised; they will need two things; they will need public
funding if Council finds it so desirable and Council's recommendation
of approval of Mr. Gorham's mass transit system. City Attorney McLean
said, in answer to a question by Mayor Morgan, Council cannot use
public funds except for public purposes; Council would have to deter-
mine from whatever facts are available to them that paying for this
trip would achieve some public purpose for which National City public
monies could properly be spent; that is a determination that Council
makes. Councilman Pinson said he feels so far this is the best thing
that has been presented; he thinks Council would be right to advance
$100 toward his fare; Mr. Gorham is doing this not only for the pub-
lic, but also for himself. Moved by Pinson, seconded by Camacho, we
support this concept of mass transit that Mr. Gorham is proposing and
that we, as a token, advance him $100 against his expenses to go to
Washington to meet with Senator Hartke. Councilman Reid said he is
going to abstain; he represents the City on CPO and there is so much
of this coming up; there is going to be a vote of the people in
November. Mayor Morgan asked the City Attorney if he sees any legal
problems setting aside $100 for this trip. City Attorney McLean said
the City may spend public money for public purpose; there is no
question that the City right now is spending public money for public
transportation; there is no question the City is in the transportation
business; the only question is whether or not alloting this amount of
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money, or any amount of money whether $i or $1,000 the principle is
the same, to a private inventor for a trip to sponsor the development
of his business venture is apublic
is basically a purpose; or whether, in fact, it
y private purpose in which the private businessman is
hoping to use public endorsement to advance his personal business;
that is not to be derogatory, we all want to advance our personal
business; that is the question, to use public money for public pur-
poses, you shouldn't use public money for private pcMoved
by Dalla, seconded by Pinson, to amend the motion toronsiderthem
separately. Carried by the following vote, to --wit: Ayes: Camacho,
Dalla, Pinson, Morgan. Nays: None. Abstaining: Reid. Vote on
the motion to support Mr. Gorham's concept for mass transportation
carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla,
Pinson, Morgan. Nays: None. Abstaining: Reid. Vote on motion to
advance $100 to Mr. Gorham toward expenses for trip to Washington
carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Pinson,
Morgan. Nays: Dalla. Abstaining: Reid.
BERTHA JUAREZ, 1414 Earl Dr., was present and said she represents the
Chicano Athletic Association; they are short of funds and are request-
ing a no -fee permit to sell tamales on Saturdays; the profits will go
to the team for their jerseys. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid,
this lady's request be granted. Carried by unanimous vote.
JESSE RAMIREZ, 421 West 16th St., was present and said something has
caused him concern recently; he appeared before Council speaking as
a private individual and on behalf of some 70 persons who asked him
to speak for them; last week an article appeared in the local news-
paper reporting his appearance before Council and referred to him in
a way, he felt, degraded his personal character.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS
Moved by Pinson, seconded by Camacho, these resolutions be read by
title only. Carried by unanimous vote.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (continued)
RAN JONES, 2942 Mission Blvd., San Diego, was present and stated he
has property in National City at 1205-1343 Fig Ct.; they would like
their street swept; they don't have any street lights; they pay the
same property tax as the other people in this City. Mayor Morgan
said on Fig Ct. there are not many parking spaces and people park in
the street; it is hard to sweep that street there. Mr. Jones said
he knows that; but they have every Wednesday morning had their
Manager ask the people to move off the street, Mayor Morgan stated
that every street is swept at least one time during the week. Assist.
City Manager Stenberg said they have a regular street sweeping
schedule; Mr. Jones spoke with him in this regard and he directed
that that street be swept. Mayor Morgan asked Mr. Stenberg to find
out when it will be swept and call Mr. Jones. Mr. Jones stated he
can be contacted at 239-9471 during the daytime and 488-6866 in the
evening. Councilman Pinson asked Mr. Jones about his statement
regarding the street lights. Mr. Jones said there are no lights in
that area at all. Mr. Stenberg said this is in the area of the
Division St. Improvement and the drainage matter; lights might
possibly be continguent upon completing the Division St. job first;
however, he will look into the street lights.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS (continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 11,457, "A RESOLUTION DETERMINING AND DECLARING THAT
THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL
CITY REQUIRE THE CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A PUBLIC
STREET, TEMPORARY SLOPE EASEMENT AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT ACROSS CERTAIN
DESCRIBED LAND IN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO,
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CONVENIENCE AND
NECESSITY DEMAND THE ACQUISITION OF FEE TITLE TO SAID PROPERTY TO
BE USED BY SAID CITY FOR SAID PURPOSE; AND DECLARING THE INTENTION
OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY TO ACQUIRE SAID PROPERTY UNDER EMINENT
DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS; COMMENCE AN ACTION IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO FOR THE
PURPOSE OF ACQUIRING SAID PROPERTY (Parcels No. 10 and 11 in 1911
Act, Assessment District No. 182, La Siesta Way from 18th Street to
20th Street, Oscar A. Halvorson and Matilda Halvorson, & Milorad S.
Copic and Angela Copic)." Moved by Reid, seconded by Camacho,
Resolution No. 11,457 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote.
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES
Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, these ordinances be presented to
Council for second reading by title only. Carried by unanimous vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 1416 (4/2/44-1) , "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 1052
REGULATING GRADING, EXCAVATIONS, FILLS AND WATER COURSES," Moved by
Pinson, seconded by Reid, Ordinance No. 1416 (4/2/44-1) be adopted.
Carried by unanimous vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 1417 (4/2/#4_2), "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL
CITY, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING NATIONAL CITY ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 962,
TO ADD SPECIFIC CRITERIA AND REGULATORY PROVISIONS FOR AUTOMOBILE
BODY AND FENDER REPAIRING IN THE C-4, WHOLESALE COMMERCIAL ZONE."
Moved by Reid, seconded by Pinson, Ordinance No. 1417 (4,L2/44.-2 ) be
adopted. Carried by unanimous vote,
ORDINANCE NO. 1418 (4/2/44-4), "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL
CITY, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING NATIONAL CITY ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 962,
TO ADD SPECIFIC PROVISIONS ALLOWING 'TRADE SCHOOLS' IN COMMERCIAL
ZONES," Moved by Pinson, seconded by Reid, Ordinance No. 1418
(4 2,1?4-8) be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 1419 (4/2/44-8), "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
1413 RELATING TO GOVERNMENTAL CONFLICTS OF INTERESTS ACT." Moved by
Reid, seconded by Camacho, Ordinance No. 1419 (4/2744-8) be adopted.
Carried by unanimous vote.
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY - None.
BILLS AND PAYROLL
BILLS
AUDITED BY THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE were presented:
General Fund
Trust and Agency
Sewer
Revenue Sharing
Traffic Safety
Park
Gas Tax No. 2106
Bonita Center
Total
$11,349.13
300.00
16,900.05
1,899.24
22.27
1,250.88
1,337.17
28.30
: 33, 087.04
Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, these bills be paid and warrants
drawn, Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho,
Dalla, Pinson, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None.
PAYROLL AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE in the amount of $128,699.65
for the period ended March 31, 1974, was presented. Moved by Camacho,
seconded by Reid, the payroll be approved. Carried by the following
vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson, Reid, Morgan. Nays:
None.
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REFERRALS
A communication from Jerry Harris, Traffic Safety Committee Chairman,
recommending denial of the request for a STOP SIGN at 28TH STREET
AND "F" AVENUE was presented. Moved by Pinson, seconded by Dalla,
in favor of the Traffic Safety Committee's recommendation. 'Carried
by unanimous vote.
The City Manager's memo stating the owner of former H & H Drug Store
property is very interested in keeping the 15-MINUTE PARKING space
on PLAZA BOULEVARD WEST OF NATIONAL AVENUE was presented. BERNARD
L. TRAGER, 516 East 24th St., was present and said he represents the
VFW; the VFW Post is right next door; it may be handy to have this
parking for VFW. Councilman Pinson said he tends to think this
should be left as a green curb area; there is not too much parking in
that area; he feels a 15-minute parking zone here would be in the
best interest of the local merchants in that area. Mr. Trager with-
drew his remarks as he agreed with Councilman Pinson. Moved by
Pinson, seconded by Camacho, the 15-minute parking be allowed to
stay. Carried by unanimous vote,
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
The City Clerk's report regarding POLICE TOWING CONTRACT stating
sealed bids were received from American Towing, Inc. and Tom Mayna.
han; Building & Housing Director's and Assistant Planner's report
on field inspection of automobile storage areas relating to proposed
police towing contract; and the Police Chief's tow truck inspection
reports were presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Pinson,
Moynahan be awarded the City 10-year contract for Police Towing.
Moved by Dalla, seconded by Camacho, to amend the motion to stipulate
an annual review and inspection. There was discussion regarding the
possibility of adding another towing company at a later date. City
Attorney McLean said anytime you have a contract with an operator
for City service, you have the right to cancel if the operator does
not deliver the service called for by the specifications. Mayor
Morgan asked the City Attorney, as long as he keeps the contract up,
no one else can come in during the life of the contract if they do
qualify? City Attorney McLean said, if they are granted an exclusive
contract, that is true. Vice Mayor Camacho said anyone in the City
has had the opportunity to qualify; Moynahan is the only towing
company that qualifies. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Dalla, to
further amend the motion to include in the contract that Council can
review this every even year and in five years, if someone else
qualifies at that time Council will make a decision as to whether or
not to add another towing company. The last amendment to the motion
failed by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Dalla, Morgan, Nays:
Camacho, Pinson, Reid. The first amendment to the motion carried by
the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson, Morgan.
Nays: Reid. Motion failed by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes:
Camacho, Pinson, Nays: Dalla, Reid, Morgan, Councilman Pinson said
Council is not present to vote on a 10-year contract; this was done
two weeks ago. Moved by Morgan, to rescind the motion of March 19
(in favor of Tom Moynahan's suggestion that the towing contract be
awarded for a 10-year period). Motion died for lack of second.
MR. MOYNAHAN, 2510 "L" Ave., was present and said the specifications
mailed by the City to the bidders stated the contract would be awarded
for 10 years; he feels it should be done at this time. Moved by
Morgan, that the motion to award a 10-year contract be rescinded
and go back to bid on towing contract for National City. Motion
died for lack of second. Moved by Pinson, seconded by Camacho, the
lastest action on the record regarding the contract be rescinded.
Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Pinson, seconded by Camacho,
Council award ten y ar contract to Moynahan Towing with a five-year
review and if there is another qualified towing company Council can
decide at that time whether or not they want to add the second firm,
Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson,
Morgan. Nays: Reid.
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A report by Alan M. Voorhees & Associates, Traffic Engineering Con-
sultants on HIGHLAND AVENUE TRAFFIC OPERATIONS AND SIGNALS and the
Assistant City Engineer's memo in this regard recommending Item 1.
Newfully actuated signal system at 8th and Highland including left
turn phases; Item 2. New fixed time signal system at Division and
Highland; and Item 3. Modifications of the signal system at llth
and Highland to include semiactuation be referred to the Traffic
Safety Committee were presented. Moved by Pinson, seconded by
Camacho, in favor of the Assistant City Engineer's recommendation.
Carried by unanimous vote.
The City Manager's memo regarding BIDS on 1973-74 VEHICLE EQUIPMENT
PURCHASES recommending Council accept and approve the following bids:
Spec. No. 74-1 -- Colonial Ford on Items (1) in the amount of
$5,745.60, (3) in the amount of $5,472.50, (4) in the amount of
$6,349.35, and (6) $4,374.65; Spec. No. 74-3 -- International Har-
vester Company in the amount of $3,366.75; Spec. No. 74-4 --
Ingersoll-Rand Equipment Corporation in the amount of $5,355.00;
Spec. No. 74-5 -- Charles Myers Industrial Trucks in the amount of
$13,589.20; reject all other bids which complied with the specifi-
cations and authorize the City Manager to again attempt to secure
bids for one 1974 Compact Station Wagon and one 1974 one -ton Pick-up
Truck with a 9-ft. cargo box was presented. Moved by Pinson, seconded
by Camacho, in favor of the City Manager recommendation on the bids.
Carried by unanimous vote. Assistant City Manager Stenberg said, in
answer to a question by Mayor Morgan, the low bidder on the 9-
passenger van for the Senior Citizens was Colonial Ford; the minimum
time for delivery should be around 30 days.
NEW BUSINESS
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CONSENT CALENDAR, Items la through le, were presented:
City Manager's recommendation minutes of 3/20/74 meeting of
Library Board be approved and filed.
City Manager's recommendation minutes of 3/18/74 meeting of
Senior Citizen Advisory Committee be approved and filed.
City Clerk's memo regarding notices received from Army Corps of
Engineers regarding application for permit by James L. Scheib-
ler, Torrance, to construct pier, ramp and float in Colorado
River about five miles so. of Bullhead City; and an application
from Ventura Port District, Ventura, for permit to construct
406 boat slips and approval of 303 existing slips at Ventura
Marina.
City Manager's memo listing three items on file with the City
Clerk (1, Cover letter from Park & Recreation Dept. attaching
letter from Peirano Bros. & Co. and Certificate of Insurance
covering the Miller -Johnson Circus that will perform in the
City on April 2-3, 1974; 2. Certificate of Insurance from
Barney and Barney replacing Certificate issued 4/1/73 covering
Hartson Ambulance, Inc. & Robert L. Hartson, 4318 47th Street,
San Diego, Ca., Policy Nos. 58 WC 580175E, 58 C 250074, AX
374002 and XLX 1198462; 3, Letter from San Diego County Water
Authority, 2750 4th Ave., San Diego, Subject: Memorandum to
SDCWA Engineering & Operations, and Water Problems and Policy
Committees dated April 1, 1974.).
Memo from Local Agency Formation Commission
on the proposed "Bradley Annexation" to the
was continued to May 6, 1974.
Ordered filed by unanimous vote.
The LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES LEGISLATIVE BULLETIN NO. 10 with the
City Manager's recommendations noted thereon was presented. Council-
man Pinson said Council has previously acted in favor of Item 7,
the Police & Fikemen's_Bill of Rights, and the City Manager is
recommending Council oppose. Moved by Pinson, seconded by Reid, to
approve everything except Item 7. Carried by the following vote,
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to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Pinson, Reid, Morgan. Nays: Dalla. Item
7 ordered filed by unanimous vote. —'-°'-
The City Clerk's memo stating that the bill received for the
CANDIDATE=S STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS was slightly over the
deposit collected and requested Council to determine whether the
balance should be paid from the Election Account without billing
the candidates the difference or if each candidate should be billed
was presented. Mayor Morgan said this amounts to $1.41 per state-
ment or $2.82 if it was printed in Spanish also. Councilman Pinson
said Mr. Dalla wrote a letter proposing the successful candidates in
the March 5th election pay the amount due for the campaign statements
and the remainder be paid from the election fund. Moved by Pinson,
seconded by Camacho, in favor of Councilman Dalla's suggestion.
Mayor Morgan said he feels this should be left up to the individual
whether he feels it is right or wrong; he has paid his; this is
discriminating against the successful candidate. Councilman Pinson
withdrew his motion,. Vice Mayor Camacho withdrew his second. Moved
by Pinson, seconded by Camacho, the Election Fund pay for this.
Carried by unanimous vote.
A communication from Edith Hughes, Manager, MAYTIME BAND REVIEW,
requesting FREE USE of KIMBALL PARK COMMUNITY BUILDING ANNEX and
KITCHEN FACILITIES on May 4 and stating the facilities will be used
to provide food for police officers who will assist with traffic
control at the Maytime Band Review was presented,. Moved by Camacho,
seconded by Reid, this be granted. Carried by unanimous vote.
A letter from Rocco C. Sicilian, Southern California Chairman,
CALIFORNIANS FOR PARKS, BEACHES AND WILDLIFE requesting Council's
official endorsement of PROPOSITION 1, a $250-million Parks and
Recreation bond issue on the June 4th statewide ballot, was presented.
Ordered filed by unanimous vote.
A request by Cheryl Stowe, 7411 Lisbon St., San Diego, for REFUND of
$12 DEPOSIT on rental of KIMBALL PARK COMMUNITY BUILDING May 11
stating she has cancelled her reservation was presented. Moved by
Camacho, seconded by Reid, this request be granted. Carried by
unanimous vote.
A proposal by Mr. John S. Metz, 2742 Ridgeway Dr., regarding PIGEON
CONTROL was presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. Councilman
Dalla suggested the City Manager write to Mr. Metz acknowledging his
letter and thanking him.
A letter from Merrell L Watts, Executive Director, Redevelopment
Agency, requesting the city WAIVE all INCIDENTAL FEES for public
activities undertaken by the Agency in connection with REDEVELOPMENT
AREAS was presented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Camacho, in favor
of the Executive Director's request. Carried by unanimous vote.
A memo from Ronald L. Ballard, Real Property Officer, regarding
REAL PROPERTY POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUAL and the City Manager's
letter recommending the Real Property Policy and Procedure be
adopted as standard operating procedure were presented. Moved by
Pinson, seconded by Camacho, in favor of the City Manager's recom-
mendation. Carried by unanimous vote.
A letter from Steve Smrekar, Poppy Chairman, VFW District One,
requesting PERMIT necessary to sell "BUDDY POPPIES" on May 17 and
18 and the License Collector's memo recommending the request be
granted were presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, this
request be granted. Carried by unanimous vote.
A letter from P. W. Pepper, President, PEPPER INDUSTRIES, INC.,
requesting permission to construct a DRIVEWAY, fronting on Lots 23
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and 24, on the SOUTH SIDE OF 19TH STREET BETWEEN CLEVELAND AND MC
KINLEY and the Assistant City Engineer's memo regarding this proposal
stating they have no objections to the driveway as proposed, provided
the $25 application fee is received by the City Treasurer and they
have no comment on the proposed tree removal were presented. Moved
by Pinson, seconded by Reid, in favor of Pepper Industries with the
stipulation that, if there are any trees cut in that parkway, they
will pay for the replacement with something that is compatible with
the zoning. Carried by unanimous vote.
Letter from ROBERT H. NICHOLS, Park Caretaker II, requesting
RETIREMENT effective July 15, 1974 was presented. Moved by Camacho,
seconded by Reid, this request be granted and the proper recognition
be given to Mr. Nichols. Carried by unanimous vote.
A communication from the CHULA VISTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE inviting
Council to participate in a meeting April 15, 1974 on CONSOLIDATION
OF SOUTH BAY GOVERNMENTS stating the meeting is to discover the
advantages and disadvantages, possible savings, the social economic
impact of consolidating services of South Bay Cities and County under
a single, umbrella type governmental structure was presented. Ordered
filed led by unanimous vote.
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The Public Works Director's memo regarding the FENCING of CITY OWNED
PROPERTY recommending that City property westerly of and adjacent to
Paradise Creek Channel be fenced with 6-ft. chain link security
fence, the Paradise Creek Channel be fenced from 18th Street to 22nd
Street and the Engineering Department prepare plans and specifica-
tions and award a contract for the installation of fence was presented.
Assistant City Manager Stenberg said $8,000 is the preliminary
estimate; this is partially for the convenience of the City .1s well
as that of Kimball School; once the construction of the Public Works
Yard is underway, some security fencing will be needed. Moved by
Pinson, seconded by Reid, in favor of the Director of Public Works
recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote.
REPORTS
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER STENBERG announced that 24th Street, between
National Avenue and Wilson Avenue, will be closed for one day,
Friday April 12, so the contractor can lay sewer pipe in that street.
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER STENBERG said Council requested a report from
the City Manager regarding the growth, trees and hill planting along
the south side of El Toyon Park; the staff is now attempting to
secure an estimate on the cost to remove the trees and growth along
that south bank; they have taken steps to cap the sprinkler system
at the top of the slope; the Park Supervisor feels that the sprinkler
system at the bottom of the slope will adequately cover the remaining
vegetation on the slope; we are going to replace any dirt that has
been washed away and remove certain acacia trees to the rear of
properties along the westerly portion of the bank; there are no
plans to make repairs to any fences or to construct retaining walls.
MRS. ANN AUSTIN, 2105 E. 4th St., was present and said they appre-
ciate the prompt action; they still feel that the City is partly to
fault for the condition of their fences because they have been
watered so; they still need some sort of retaining wall to hold that
dirt up there so that the same thing will not happen in another 3
years. Assistant City Manager Stenberg said this is not a particu-
larly steep slope; it could possibly be corrected by replacing some
of the dirt and ground cover.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT transmittal regarding application for ZONE
VARIANCE at 3617 STOCKMAN STREET to reduce the required rear yard
setback from 25' to 18' to allow the construction of a 15' x 19'
family room addition (Robert J. Allen) stating the Planning Commissyn
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recommended the variance be granted was presented. Moved by Camacho,
seconded by Pinson, in favor of the Planning Commission recommenda-
tion that the variance be granted. Carried by unanimous vote.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
COUNCILMAN PINSON said a recent misunderstanding concerning the con-
tent of the proposed Preliminary General Plan has come up; some
people living on the West Side believe that the proposed General Plan
will result in the closing of their school, their church, and
residents being forced out of their homes; the City Council should
go on record assuring the residents of the West Side that no General
Plan would be adopted in this City which would have the effect of
forcing residents of the West Side out of their home, or forcing the
closing of the school, or the forcing of the closing of the church;
this City Council should instruct the Planning Commission and the
Planning Staff to work with the Planning Consultant and clarifying
the effect of the proposed General Plan as it applies to the West
Side so this will be clear; the City Council should instruct the City
Attorney to draft an ordinance which will make it clear that the
National City Redevelopment Agency cannot operate in any area of
National City so as to displace any resident from his private home.
Moved by Pinson, seconded by Morgan, this policy be adopted. Mayor
Morgan asked that the West Side be clarified...west of National
Avenue and south of 8th St. Carried by unanimous vote.
MAYOR MORGAN called a REAL ESTATE MEETING in the Conference Room,
April 10, 1974 at 4:00 p.m.
Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the meeting be closed, Carried
by unanimous vote, The meeting closed at 8:40 p.m.
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C. y Clerk
City of National City, California
By:
Dep y City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved by the City Council of the City
of National City at the regular meeting of April 16, 1974.
E/No Corrections
Corrections as noted below
Mayor, Cit of a lonal City, California
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