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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA
August 13, 1974
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of National City
was called to order at 7:32 p.m. by Mayor Morgan.
ROLL CALL
Council members present: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson, Reid, Morgan. Absent:
None. Administrative officials present: Campbell, Associate Planner
Gunnarson, Hoffland, McLean, Osburn, Stenberg.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
The meeting was opened with salute to the flag led by City Manager
Osburn followed with invocation by Lester Dodd.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the minutes of the re ulcer meetin
of August 61 1974 be approved. Carried by unanimous vote.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - None.
MAYOR'S APPOINTMENTS - None.
Mayor Morgan welcomed the National City Swim team present in the audi-
ence and said they have just returned from a swim meet in Klamath
Falls, Oregon, where they won the first place trophy; there were 16
cities competing; the National City Swim Team made the newspaper head-
lines in that City several times during their stay; there is an out-
standing group of people who train these children and spend their time
with them. (Pictures were taken of the Swim Team, the coach, the
Booster Club President and the Mayor,) Mayor Morgan said their first
place trophy is in the trophy case downstairs in the lobby,
City Attorney McLean welcomed friends from Tijuana who were present and
said the Chairman of the group is Senor Alvarez, Mr. McLean introduced
the group, who are Baja California businessmen and are sponsoring the
construction of a school in Tijuana to preserve the tradition of manual
skills and hand -crafting in Mexico; he (Mr. McLean) represents San
Diego County in that group; if the group is successful in raising
sufficient money, the Federal and State governments will add to the
fund sufficient monies to construct the school in Tijuana; Mr. Alvarez
would like to extend an invitation to the City Council to come to
Tijuana at the end of this month for a fund raising event which will
be a day -long fiesta and a bull fight. SENOR ALVAREZ said the school,
on about 6 acres in Tijuana, would provide training for specialized
people to work in the factories; this is the first school to be fund-
ed by the Federal and State governments and the community together;
they need eight million pesos; Sr. Alvarez invited Council on that day;
on the 31st of this month to a big fiesta at Playas de Tijuana; from
10:00 a.m. they will have food, drink and music and at 4:00 p.m. they
will have bull fights. Vice Mayor Camacho urged all the citizens of
the community to attend this; it will really be something exciting,
extraordinary, colorful; this is a great cause.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
MARION COOPER, 91 Shasta Street, Chula Vista, business at 1238 Roose-
velt, National City, was present and said he is appearing as acting
president of the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Cooper read a letter
addressed to the Mayor and members of the City Council, "Gentlemen:
the Board of Directors of the National City Chamber of Commerce went
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on record at the regular meeting this morning strong; 3z urging your
reconsideration of the left -turn lanes on 8th and Highland. The Board
took the following action: (1) to recommend the installation of left --
turn lanes at 8th and Highland be delayed until after the opening of
Division Street which will be in the very near future and the opening
of 805; they feel these will relieve some of the traffic on 8th Street.
(2) to recommend that the 9th Street off -ramp on Interstate 5 be moved
to Plaza Boulevard immediately. (3) to recommend that 'no left -turn'
signs be posted at 8th and Highland for peak traffic hours on a trial
basis for one year. Consideration to these recommendations will be
appreciated. Sincerely, Thomas P. Maguire, President of the National
City Chamber of Commerce." Mayor Dorgan said he is glad to receive a
suit to stop this action; usually he is not happy to be served with a
suit but in this case he is happy; this will let the Courtssettle thi;
situation; it is out of the hands of the City Council at this time.
ROGER STEELS 2945 Bonita Mesa Road, Bonita, was present and said he
has been in business on 8th Street in National City since 1956; he
owns two buildings and leases another one; he is as concerned as any-
one about the appearance of 8th Street; he sold a business at 8th and
"D" to another company and leased them the building for five years;
this company changed the name on the existing sign on the building; it
is exactly the same sign; the Planning Commission sent them a notice
that the sign had to come down; the lessees have complained to him tha
when they leased the building they felt they were entitled to the sign
(along with the other vendors up and down the street); he appeared be-
fore the Planning Commission in this regard and appealed; it had gone
too far by that time and they refused. Mr. Steele said these signs
appear up and down 8th Street; if one has to come down, they should
all come down; one company should not be expected to operate without a
sign when the others have one; it is not an unattractive sign; it is
an expensive sign; other lending institutions have like signs; signs
are a part of the lending business. Mr. Steele requested a variance
on this sign at least for the period of the lease. City Attorney
McLean said he did not think they processed their application through
the Planning Department. Assoc. Planner Gunnarson said they went to
the Planning Commission earlier this year asking for an interpretation
of the sign ordinance; the sign ordinance says that roof mounted signs
such as this one, are not permitted without special approval by the
Planning Commission (if the Planning Commission makes a finding that
a roof sign is the only practical way that a business has to advertise
themselves; then, the Planning Commission can allow the use of a roof
mounted sign); in this case the Planning Commission considered the
application and made the finding that there were other practical
methods of signing the business and they failed to approve Mr. Steele'
request for the use of this roof sign; the sign ordinance provides fox
non -conforming signs stating when a business or occupancy changes, the
signs at that location have to be brought into conformance with the
sign ordinance. City Attorney McLean said there is no provision in tr
sign ordinance for an appeal; if Council desires to handle this sort
of problem, the sign ordinance could be amended. City Attorney McLean
said he did file a complaint;...however, the matter is in abeyance
because he knew Mr. Steele was going to address Council. There was
discussion relative to keeping this19 aeyance as the Chamber of
Commerce has been asked to study this"k a recommendations for amendir.
the sign ordinance. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Reid, to instruct
the City Attorney to take no action on this until he receives
authorization from Council. It was suggested this could be held in
abeyance until the 5-year lease is up. Mr. Marion Cooper was present
and said the Chairman of the Chamber Committee to review this sign
ordinance will have workshops in this regard; they plan to get the
business people of the community to discuss the sign ordinance; they
are going to review it and see what changes the business people reall:
want and bring a recommendation to the Council. Carried by unanimous
vote.
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ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS
Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, these resolutions be presented to
Council by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. City Attorney
McLean said he would omit 11,561.
RESOLUTION NO. 11,559, "RESOLUTION APPROVING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT
BETWEEN CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND NATIONAL CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE."
Moved by Reid, seconded by Pinson, Resolution No. 11,559 be adopted.
Vice Mayor Camacho stated publicly that he was hereby resigning from
the National City Chamber of Commerce; he no longer belongs to the
Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Pinson stated that he has already
submitted in writing his resignation to the Chamber of Commerce; he is
not now a member of the Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Reid stated
his resignation was submitted to the National City Chamber of Commerce
several days ago; he is not a member of the Chamber of Commerce.
Councilman Dalla stated he was never a member of the Chamber of Com-
merce. Mayor Morgan said he is a member of the Chamber of Commerce;
he will neither discuss nor vote on this resolution; he will abstain
from voting. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho,
Pinson, Reid. Nays: Dalla. Abstaining: Morgan.
RESOLUTION NO. 11,560, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NATIONAL CITY FIXING AND ADOPTING THE TAX RATE FOR THE 1974-75
FISCAL YEAR." Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, Resolution No.
11,560 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote.
(Resolution No. 11,561, rescinding Res. No. 7664, was omitted.)
RESOLUTION NO. 11,562, "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR PER-
MISSION TO GRADE ON COUNTY PROPERTY." Moved by Reid, seconded by
Camacho, Resolution No. 11,562 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 11,563, "RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 11,502 RE-
LATING TO ACCEPTING WORK AND AUTHORIZING FILING OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION
("0" Avenue and 14th Street, Sewer Construction, Spec. No. 782)."
Moved by Pinson, seconded by Reid, Resolution No. 11,563 be adopted.
Carried by unanimous vote.
City Attorney McLean said he had three resolutions prepared at the
request of fthe Mayor concerning a ballot proposition (possible rezoning
of the West Side.)
RESOLUTION NO. 11,564, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE
COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO TO CONSOLIDATE THE SPECIAL ELECTION OF SAID CITY
TO BE HELD NOVEMBER 5, 1974, WITH STATEWIDE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
SAME DATE." Moved by Pinson, seconded by Camacho, Resolution No.
11,564 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 11,565, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NATIONAL CITY REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF
SAN DIEGO TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OF SAID COUNTY TO RENDER
SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY RELATING TO THE CONDUCT
OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON NOVEMBER 5,
1974." Moved by Camacho, seconded by Pinson, Resolution No. 11,565 be
adopted. Carried by unanimous vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 11,566, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, CALLING, PROVIDING FOR AND GIVING NOTICE
OF A SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 1974, FOR THE PURPOSE
OF SUBMITTING TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SAID CITY A MEASURE .RELATING
TO REZONING THE WEST SIDE OF NATIONAL CITY FROM INDUSTRIAL ZONING TO
RESIDENTIAL ZONING." Moved by Camacho, seconded by Pinson, Resolution
No. 11,566 be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote.
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INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
City Attorney McLean said there would be no INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
(Ord. 8/13/74) since it ..related to Resolution No. 11,561 (trailer
parking).
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES
Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, this ordinance be presented to
Council for second reading by title only. Carried by unanimous vote.
ORDINANCE NO. ($f6/744=]) 1437, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM." Moved by Pinson,
seconded by Camacho, Ordinance No. (8,L6,[74_1) 1437 be adopt6d. Carried
by unanimous vote.
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY
A report by the Asst. City Attorney on PROPOSED SALE to an adjoining
property owner of a small PIECE OF PROPERTY which forms a portion of
Las Palmas Park, located at the northeast corner of 30THE AND GROPE
STREETS and stating that in light of the expense to the purchaser to
comply with City requirements and its lack of economic value to any
other person, he could not say that it would be unreasonable for the
sale to be made for a nominal cash consideration, subject to the re-
quirements for improvement was presented. City Attorney McLean said...
if Council desires to proceed with this transaction, he should be in-
structed to prepare a resolution of intention to conduct the sale of
parkland. City Manager Osburn said this small piece of property is
across Grove Street on 30th Street (Sweetwater Road) adjacent to Las
Palmas Park; the parcel is 3304 sq. ft. of which 1200 sq. ft. is needed
for a drainage easement and sewer 1,000 sq. ft.; the sewer is already
in; the drains have to be put in; there would only be 1100 sq. ft. not
obligated by some kind of easement or drain. Asst. City Engineer
Hoffland said drainage would cost roughly $3 500; he does not have a
value on the property. City Manager Osburn said the property would
have to be appraised if the City is to sell it. Mayor Morgan said that
small piece is too small for a lot. Mr. Gunnarson said the adjacent
property owner is very desirous of acquiring the property to be used
to expand their parking area and they are concerned about visual effect
the open drainage ditch will have on their new office project; they
would like to acquire it, put in the improvements, landscape it and have
the advantage of the appearance to their property. City Attorney McLean
said as he understands the facts, this piece of property is not conti-
guous to the park; it is separated from the park by Grove Street and
therefore the staff has concluded that the property has no value what-
soever for park purposes; regardless of who owns it, its function is
that of a drainage ditch; this owner proposed to put the drainage ditch
in; the City could not sell the property to anyone; Council is not
committing themselves tonight; if there is interest in pursuing the
matter, a resolution of intention can be prepared and set a public
hearing and anyone that is interested can come in to object; Council
can make a decision at that time; they propose an enclosed drainage
system and parking over it. City Manager Osburn displayed a map and
pointed out the property, the drain easement and the sewer easement.
Moved by Camacho, seconded by Pinson, to instruct the City Attorney to
prepare a resolution of intention and set a hearing. Carried by the
following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson, Morgan. Nays:
Reid.
APPROVAL OF THE BILLS
BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE were presented:
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General Fund $25,287.28
Traffic Safety 1,498.46
Park 1,361.81
Gas Tax 2107 24,011.48
Trust & Agency 100.00
Special Street 7,597.47
Sewer 415.32
Redevelopment -Bonita
Center 103.66
Total $60,375.48
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.
REFERRALS
The Acting City Engineer's memos recommending an asphalt berm be in-
stalled as a PEDESTRIAN SAFETY measure to delineate a dirt path between
SWEETWATER HIGH SCHOOL AND STOCKMAN STREET and reporting estimated cost
($11,262.50) for construction of asphalt walkway between Stockman Drive
and "M" Avenue along Sweetwater Road were presented. Moved by Camacho,
seconded by Pinson, this be filed; they are going to bus the students.
Carried by unanimous vote.
The Asst. City Manager's report on MONTHLY CITY NEWS LETTER was pre-
sented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Morgan, this be filed. There was
discussion. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho,
Dalia, Reid, Morgan. Nays: Pinson.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A request by NATIONAL CITY COMMUNITY RODEO ASSOCIATION, Inc. for per-
mission to sell BEER at two booths in Hart Field during 7th Annual
Rodeo on September 14 - 15, 1974 was presented. Moved by Camacho,
seconded by Dalla, this request be granted. Councilman Pinson stated
publicly his resignation from this organization at this time and said
he would vote on the motion. Carried by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson. Nays: None. Abstaining: Reid, Morgan.
Mayor Morgan said he has written a letter to the legislators --one to
Mr. Deddeh--as Council authorized him to do this last week; he sent it
out one day and early the next morning he received a call from Sacra-
mento in response; he will have more on this in a few days;...the
elected official has constitutional rights; he proposed to Mr. Deddeh
that if they want to they can create an investigating committee in the
County and investigate every politician and clear them every year if
they feel it is necessary...
NEW BUSINESS
CONSENT CALENDAR item was presented:
a. Notification by G.M.U., Inc., dba Las Palmas Golf Course, that Mrs.
Jean Roberge will no longer be manager of the Golf Course and that
Mr. Gene E. Jackson will assume the position of resident profession•
al and general manager on August 1, 1974. Ordered filed by
unanimous vote.
Application by the Southland Corporation, dba 7-ELEVEN STORE #13564,
15 North Euclid Avenue, for person to person transfer of OFF SALE BEER
AND WINE LICENSE and the Police Chief's memo stating there appears to
be no basis for protest of this application were presented. Moved by
Pinson, seconded by Camacho, in favor of Southland Corporation. Carried
by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalia, Pinson, Reid.
Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan.
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A Complaint regarding lack of DUST CONTROL on lot owned by B & W AUTO
PARTS at 106 East 17th Street and letters from the Building and Housing
Director and the City Engineer to B & W Auto Parts Company in this
regard were presented. Moved by Camacho, the City Engineer be autho-
rized to go over there and see what can be done about this. City
Manager Osburn said he has a letter from Mr. Jesse Van Deventer stat-
ing their parking lot east of the parts store will be oiled and free
of dust by September 15, 1974. Ordered filed by unanimous vote.
Recommendations by the Acting City Engineer and Park and Recreation
Director that low bid of ALCO Fence Company ($9,494) be accepted for
FENCING OF EL TOYON PARK and the City Clerk's report of opening of
sealed bids (Alco Fence Co. $9,494.00; Alcorn, dba Atlas Fence Co.
$12,750.00; South Bay Fence Co. $11,880.00) were presented. The
Certificate of Publication and City Clerk's Affidavit of Posting are
on file. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, in favor of the City
Engineer's recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote.
Proposals by Merle Strum & Associates, Inc. and Dunn -Lee -Smith -Klein &
Associates for AIR CONDITIONING IN KIMBALL COMMUNITY BUILDING and the
Acting City Engineer's recommendation that a time and materials agree-
ment be approved for engineer services, not to exceed $7200 and
suggesting the local firm of Dunn -Lee -Smith -Klein & Assoc, be given con.
sideration were presented. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Camacho, this
recommendation be approved. Assistant City Engineer Hoffland said
these are not bids but proposals; one gave a fixed fee, the other, time
and material; he feels the City would get more for the money if they
went for time and material; it will not be more than $7200. Council-
man Pinson asked if this is in the budget? City Manager Osburn said
it is in the Revenue Sharing budget together with the actual air
conditioning of Kimball Community Building. There was discussion.
City Attorney McLean said he is a member of the Board of Directors of
Dunn -Lee -Smith -Klein & Associates; he is secretary of the corporation
and he is personal attorney for all four of the owners of that business
he has been for years; they pay him for his work; he does not own
stock and he does not get a salary but he does get paid to do work for
them; he has not discussed this proposal with any members of the City
staff nor has he discussed it with any member of the firm. There was
further discussion. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes:
Camacho, Reid, Morgan. Nays: Dalla, Pinson.
The Park and Recreation Director's recommendation that RENTAL OF CITY
FACILITIES for UNION ACTIVITIES be considered on an individual request
basis was presented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Dalla, this building
not be rented to any union. Carried by unanimous vote.
The City Manager's recommendations regarding the LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA
CITIES LEGISLATIVE BULLETIN No. 20, dated July 24, 1974, were presented
Moved by Pinson, seconded by Camacho, in favor of the Manager's
recommendations. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes:
Camacho, Pinson, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. Abstaining: Dalla.
The Asst. City Manager's recommendation that an appraisal be obtained
for CITY PROPERTY ON CAGLE STREET in Sweetwater Heights and, there-
after, this property be offered for sale as soon as possible was
presented. There was discussion. Moved by Pinson, seconded by Dalla,
to put up a chain link fence (on this property) on Cagle Street.
Moved by Reid to amend the motion to approve the Asst. City Manager's
recommendation; there is a park right across the street; this would
make a beautiful R-1 lot; there should be a home on that lot. Amend-
ment died for lack of second. Motion carried by the following vote,
to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson, Morgan. Nays: Reid.
A recommendation by Environmental Impact Committee that the STREET
NAME "Sweetwater Road" be changed to "BONITA CENTER ROAD" from Edgemere
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Avenue to the East City limits was presented. Moved by Camacho, seconde
by Reid, in favor of this recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote.
STEP INCREASE for eligible employee recommended by Department Head,
approved by the City Manager, (Mary Ann De Leon, Building and Housing
Department) was presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, this
be approved. Carried by unanimous vote.
A letter from the Office of the TAX COLLECTOR enclosing notice of intent
to DEED REAL PROPERTY TO THE STATE (Parcel No. 25, Sale No. 6000/558-
030-22) $23.37 and the Acting City Engineer's memo stating this property
is shown in their files as a drain easement and recommending the City
purchase (attached four plats) were presented. Moved by Pinson, second-
ed by Reid, to buy it. Carried by unanimous vote.
The Fire Chief's request to interview and appoint the FIRE BATTALION
CHIEF'S position as approved in the 1974-75 budget was presented.
Moved by Dalla, seconded by Pinson, in favor of the Fire Chief's request
Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson,
Morgan. Nays: Reid.
The Police Chief's request that a closed promotional examination be
scheduled as soon as possible for POLICE SERGEANT was presented. Moved
by Pinson, seconded by Camacho, in favor of the Police Chief's
recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote.
The Park and Recreation Director's request to appoint two positions of
PARK CARETAKER I as approved in the 1974-75 budget was presented.— NbNirec
by Pinson, seconded by Dalla, in favor of the Park and Recreation
Director's recommendation. Carried by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson, Morgan. Nays: Reid.
REPORTS
City Manager Osburn said there is a vacant position for a STREET SWEEP-
ER OPERATOR; very few of these are used; the two we have had, have been
here for 7 or 8 years; they made a mistake by opening the examination;
there are 150 applications from outside individuals; there are 6 people
within the City who would like to try for the EXAMINATION and appear to
be qualified; he recommended he be authorized to close the examination.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Morgan, in favor of closingthe examination.
There was discussion. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes:
Camacho, Reid, Morgan. Nays: Dalla, Pinson.
City Manager Osburn said City Clerk Campbell brought a letter to the
Council from INVESTCAL REALTY signed by William C. Dolan; they are
objecting to the name of Mizony for Transportation Avenue; they like
the name of Transportation Avenue; they are the principal property
owner on the Street; they say it is a dynamic name, a moving name,
which represents, hopefully, a successful industrial park for National
City and Investcal. Moved by Reid, to name the new Park building for
Mr. Mizony and not name the street for him. Motion died for lack of
second. Moved by Morgan, to file the communication. Motion died for
lack of second. There was discussion. Moved by Pinson, seconded by
Reid, to honor Investical's request. Carried by the following vote,
to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson, Reid. Nays: Morgan. Moved
by Pinson, seconded by Reid, to go on record favoring Viqg Mayor
Camacho's suggestion abput "A" Avenue when the City does have a heritage
type square down there and consider calling it Mizony Avenue or Heritage
Square and Mizony Avenue. Carried by unanimous vote.
The Planning Director's memo recommending the City Council schedule a
PUBLIC HEARING before making a time extension to ZONE VARIANCE Z-5-73
(v.F.W. Post at 936 National Avenue) and stating that the present
variance expires on August 28, 1974; if Council intends to relocate the
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Frank Kimball house which is located on the proposed V.F.W. parking
lot, it would be advisable to extend the zone variance; "extending"
the time on this variance raises a legal question that will have to be
analyzed by the City Attorney was presented. Assoc. Planner Gunnarson
said a year ago the Council approved this variance to allow them to
operate without the required parking; the reason for this is the Frank
Kimball house is located on the lot that the V.F.W. intended to be used
for parking; the variance was approved for a year in order to allow the
City to acquire the building and move it; that year will expire on
August 28; if it is the intention of Council to acquire and relocate
the building, he would suggest a public hearing be scheduled to extend
this variance for another year. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Dalla,
Council do this. Carried by unanimous vote.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Councilman Pinson said being a local business man, he has to purchase
licenses for several cities around the area; just to send a SERVICE
TRUCK into another city, he must have a STICKER on his rear window
indicating that he has purchased a license in that city; he thinks
this is a good idea and suggested it be adopted by National City and
the Police Department be instructed...Moved by Pinson, to direct the
attorney to draw up a resolution to require all licenses issued in the
City of National City, whether local or outside the City limits, be
required to post the sticker, issued by the License Clerk, and the
Police Department cite anyone not having a sticker on their window.
City Manager OsbUrn said business licenses are now required; they are
supposed to carry the City licenses with them when they are working in
the City. There was discussion regarding operators having more than
one truck and the cost of stickers. Councilman Pinson withdrew his
motion. Moved by Pinson, seconded by Dalla, the Manager check into
the cost of this and check with some of the other cities. Carried by
unanimous vote.
Mayor Morgan said he has an announcement to make; Tom Prior of the
SAN DIEGO TRANSIT wants to HIRE MINORITY PEOPLE; they would like to
hire someone out of National City; anyone in the City interested in a
job are urged to apply for these jobs.
Mayor Morgan said the POP WARNER has lost their uniforms and equipment;
the building was broken into and this equipment was stolen; they have
asked that Council would consider helping them in some way; they have
a deficit to start of $4,577.96; any amount would help; perhaps the
Manager should check and recommend how and what Council could afford
to do for them; they will not be playing with matching uniforms due
to this loss. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Camacho, to have the City
Manager come back with a recommendation if there is money to donate
something to them. Vice Mayor Camacho said the City Manager should
check this out and see what the insurance company will reimbursei
City Manager Osburn said he doubts it is covered; he will check.
Councilman Dalla asked if it would be worthwhile to insure against
such losses. City Attorney McLean said it is very expensive. Carried
by unanimous vote.
Mayor Morgan called an executive session to discuss personnel at
8:57 p.m.
Mayor Morgan called the meeting back to order at 9:16 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Council members present: Camacho, Dalla, Pinson, Reid, Morgan. Ab-
sent: None.
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Moved by Camacho, seconded by Pinson, the meeting be closed. Carried
by unanimous vote. The meeting closed at 9:17 p.m.
City Cler
Ci y of National City, California
The foregoing minutes were approved by the City Council of the City
of National City at the regular meeting of August 20, 1974.
No Corrections LJ Corrections as noted below
Mayor, City o ational City, California
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