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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970 06-23 CC MIN97 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFCRNIA June 23, 1970 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Morgan. ROLL CALL Council members present: Camacho, Hogue, Reid, Waters, Morgan. Absent: None. Administrative Officials present: Sourcier, McLean, Minogue, Assoc. Engr. Newberry, Osburn, Stockman. SALUTE TO FLAG AND INVOCATION The meeting was opened with salute to the Flag led by City Manager Osburn followed with invocation by the Rev. Hernandez, Nazarene Church. APPROVAL ow MINUTES Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the minutes of the regular meet in of June 16, 197C) be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. PRESENTATIONS MAYOR MORGAN presented a letter to the Mayor and a "key to the City" to Judith Barlow, foreign exchange student who will be returning to her home. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS VICE MAYOR CAMACHO inquired if City Ordinance provided that after a certain period of time the vacancy of a service station could be recorded and the property owners forced to remove the service station equipment. Director of Planning Stockman said she was reviewing the situation, they will be record- ed and the owners given notice. Vice Mayor Camacho inquired if the ordinance could be amended to provide that once the service stations were vacant no other service station could go into that location. Director of Planning Stockman said she attempted to do this but was opposed by the large oil companies; there is a court case now and when it has been decided, she will advise the Council. COUNCILMAN WATERS asked if the City Attorney would investigate and determine who is responsible for the cleaning of parkways, the property owner or the City. Mayor Morgan asked the City Attorney to prepare a report. COUNCILMAN WATERS reported a bread company built a day -old retail store adjacent to prime R-1 property; when he first heard they were going to build there, he asked where they would park their trucks and staff told him the trucks would park in San Diego; tonight he passed by and there were nine bread trucks parked on the lot. City Manager Osburn said it was his im- pression this was to be a day -old bakery store with no trucks involved. MAYOR MORGAN recommended the re -appointment of Thelma Hollingsworth to the Library Board of Trustees. Moved by Reid, seconded by Camacho, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Reid, Morgan. Nays: Hogue, Waters. MAYOR MORGAN reported County Assessor Williams has made some ridiculous re -assessments in National City, some properties have been re -assessed at two and a half times what they were before; the Council tries to hold taxes in line. The Mayor said the City Manager and City Attorney should study this and see if there is some way the County and State could be made to hold the line on taxes. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS CHARLES MICONE, 440 Plaza Boulevard, was present and said he was interested in the County Assessor's re -assessments; he went down to find out about his which will amount to about $100 added taxes and learned the County Assessor has more power than almost anyone else. 6/23/70 ADOPT I ON OF RESOLUTIONS Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the resolutions be read by title only. i.�rr�.� r.r��n r i r w Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION N0. 10,116, "RESOLUTION DIRECTING NOTICE OF FILING OF ASSESSMENT AND TIME OF HEARING THEREON ('E' Avenue, 'F' Avenue, 'G' Avenue, 19th Street, 21st Street, 22nd Street and an Alley, Assessment District No. 155)." Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unani- mous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 10,117, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND EXPENDI- TURE (Beautification of El Toyon Park)." Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 10,118, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY (Herth, Swarez, Lopez, Martinez, and Woods; Division Street)." Moved by Reid, seconded by Waters, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 10,119, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING WORK ORDER, PHASE II OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF EL TCYON PARK, HUD NO. CALIF. 8-139. " Moved by Camacho, seconded by Hogue, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION N'O. 10,120, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF GRANT OF EASE- MENT TO THE PACIFIC TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY . " Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid., the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY CITY ATTORNEY McLEAN reported trial date for the condemnation action against the California -American Water Company was set for October 15, 1971. APPROVAL OF BILLS AM PAYROLL BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE were presented: General Fund $ 6,742.83 Traffic Safety 3,819.12 Park 52.86 Special Street 80.45 Drainage 27, 687.42 Sewer 313.88 Total $38,696.56 Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the bills be approved and warrants drawn for same. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Reid, Waters, Morgan. Nays: None. PAYROLL AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE in the amount of $93,788.75 was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the payroll be approved and warrants drawn. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho,� Hogue, Reid, Waters, Morgan. Nays: None. REFERRALS The DIRECTOR OF PLANNING'S report in regard to the house move from 2014 E. 10th Street to 2100 E. 4th Street (Harlow) was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, the recommendations of the Director of Plannin and the Planning Commission be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the resolution be read by title. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 10,121, "RESOLUTION GRANTING A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PURSUANT TO ORDINAIJCE 1077 (Housemoving from 2014 East Tenth Street to 2100 East Fourth Street)." Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, the Reso- lution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. 6/23/70 The DIRECTOR OF PLANNING'S report in regard to proposed square footage of residential structures was presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Waters, it be held over for study. Carried by unanimous vote. NEW BUSINESS A request for overwidth driveway on Euclid Avenue, south side of 8th Street by H. SALT, ESQ. FISH & CHIPS, permit fee paid, and the recommendations of approval by the Planning and Engineering Departments were presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Hogue, in favor of the En9ineer's recommendation with the conditions set forth. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Waters, Morgan. Nays: Reid. HEARING The HEARING ON THE INTENTION TO VACATE AND CLOSE CERTAIN PORTIONS OF BAY AVENUE between 13th and 19th Streets was held at this time. City Clerk Minogue reported the Certificate of Publication and the Affidavit of posting were on file and that no written protests were received. No one was present in this regard. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the hearing be closed and therecorrttionsofthe sL/mnda'ininandEnineerineartmetsbearoved. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the resolution be read by., title. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 10,122, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF ORDER TO VACATE AND CLOSE CERTAIN PORTIONS OF BAY A/EAUE BETWEEN 13TH AND 19TH STREET." Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. NEW BUSINESS CONT'D. APPLICATION FOR NEW ON -SALE BEER LICENSE by Richard D. and Betina R. Dare, dba RICHARD'S CHOP STICKS, 817 National Avenue and Police Chief Cagle's recommendation it be protested unless issued under three conditions were presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, the City not protest if the recommendations of the Police Chief are adhered to. Motion failed by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue. Nays: Waters, Morgan. Abstaining: Reid. There was discussion. City Attorney McLean suggested the Council protest the application unless the applicant agrees to the issuance of a conditional license as recommended by the Chief of Police. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, the application be protested unless the RalicantareedtoacorEsswith the Police )ditiorlseinaccordance Chief's recommendations. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Waters, Nays: None. Abstaining: Reid, Morgan. APPLICATION FOR NEW ON -SALE BEER LICENSE by G-M- U, Inc. (James Dowling, Pres.; Jean Carlson, Vice-Pres.; Lois Mize, Secy-Treas.; Edgar J. Marston, Jr., Board Chairman; George Marston, Stockholder) dba NATIONAL, CITY GOLF COURSE RESTAURANT, 1800 East 20th Street and the Police Chief's report the proposed restaurant is within the boundaries of Las Palmas Park and granting of license would require amending City Ordinance were presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, our Ordinance be changed to allow the people to serve beer on the golf course. Motion failed by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Nays: Reid, Waters, Morgan. Councilman Waters re- quested a report from the National School District stating their opinion on this and a report from the golf course defining the restaurant and its uses. APPLICATION FOR NEW OFF -SALE GENERAL (PACKAGE STORE) LICENSE by Ailene Brady, dba THE PEPPER TREE, 1860 Sweetwater Road and the Police Chief's re- port that investigation reveals no grounds for protest were presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Hogue, it be filed. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Reid, Waters. Nays: None. Abstain- ing: Morgan. APPLICATION FOR STOCK TRANSFER under Sec. 24071.1, Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, of ON -SALE GENERAL (PUBLIC EATING PLACE) LICENSE under name of CAFE LA MAZE, INC. (Freddie Evarkiou acquiring 100% of corporate stock, dba Cafe La Maze, 1441 Highland Avenue and the Police Chief's report that investiga- tion reveals no grounds for protest were presented. Moved by Camacho, 6/23/70 100 seconded by Waters, it be filed. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Reid, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan. APPLICATIONS FOR PERSON -TO -PERSON TRANSFER OP OFF -SALE BEER AND WINE LICENSE by Adam L. and Lillie R. Pearson and the Southland Corporation, dba7-ELEVEN STORE #470-041, 15 North Euclid Avenue, and for NSW OFF -SALE BEER AND WINE LICENSE by Dorothy and Wilson English and the Southland Corporation, dba 7-ELEVEN STORE #470.101, 2425 Sweetwater Road, and the Police Chief's reports that investigations reveal no grounds for protests were presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, they be filed. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Reid, Waters. Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan. APPLICATION TO MOVE APARTMENT BUILDING from 2008-2022 East 21st Street to 915 "N" Avenue by MELVYN and ANNA INGALLS, and the recommendation of the Director of Building and Housing it be approved subject to seven conditions were presented. Director of Planning Stockman read her report that it be denied unless the applicant dedicates the existing twenty foot easement for alley purposes and the Council takes steps to acquire the entire through alley to 8th Street (or the applicant resubmit plans indicating relocation of the building to permit adequate access of automobiles off of "N" Avenue) plus six additional conditions. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, in favor of the Planner's recommendation. Melvyn and Anna Ingalls, 945 Cuyamaca, Chula Vista, were present and stated they only learned of the proposed alley dedication and other conditions a few hours ago and had not been able to do much about it; they would dedicate the alley if the City would pave it within the same 120 days they are allowed to complete their buildings. There was discussion. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: Waters. Director of Planning Stockman offered to work out a possible solution with the Ingalls and have the item back on the Agenda for July 7. Mayor Morgan asked. Mr. and Mrs. Ingalls if they would go to the Planning Department tomorrow and work on this. A communication from MACY L. McMILLIN, JR., requesting additional reimburse- ment for storm drain in Delgado Terrace and the City Engineer's recommenda- tion the City reimburse Mr. McMillin an additional amount of $1,415.00 were presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, it be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. A communication from JAMES A. SMITH, 2931 Ridgeway Drive, appealing the decision to withhold approval of business license to sell (retail) birds at Sale City was presented, Moved by Hogue, it be filed. Died for lack of second. Moved by Reid, seconded by Waters, there be no live pigeons , parakeets fowl or fish sold at Sale Cit . Carried by unanimous vote. A communication from the FIRE CH I E.F recommending approval of public fire- works display on July 3 and 4 was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Reid, the Fire Chief's recommendation be a roved. Carried by unanimous vote. A communication from the DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION in regard to the COLLEGIATE BASEBALL TEAM expenses and program was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Hogue, it be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MINUTES of the FINANCE COMMITTEE meetings of June 15 and June 17 were pre- sented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. MINUTES of the PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD meeting of June 15 and their recommendation the Council give serious consideration to CONSTRUCTION OF REST ROOMS AT HART FIELD were presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Camacho, it be referred to Budget. Carried by unanimous vote. 6/23/70 101 The request of DIRECTOR OP PARKS AND RECREATION to extend the APPOINTMENTS OF FOUR FULL-TIME TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES was presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Hogue, it be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MINUTES of the REGULAR MEETING OF THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES of June 3 were presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. A communication from the CITY MANAGER filing items with the City Clerk (No Council Action Necessary: 1. Letter from San Diego County Water Authority dated May 31, 1970 reporting Agency operations for the month of May 1970; 2. Letter from the Lions Club dated June 5, 1970 regarding liability insur- ance covering July 3 and 4 celebration; 3. Letter from San Diego County Water Authority dated June 5, 1970, listing scheduled committee meetings; 4. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the San Diego County Water Authority dated May 14, 1970; and 5. Certificate of Insurance covering National City Rubbish Service, 1175 Highland Avenue - Nos. 72 C 206966 & 72 WHP 102803) was presented. A communication from ROBERT LEE NABORS, 6987 Jamacha Road, San Diego, appeal- ing denial for taxicab driver's permit was presented. Moved by Reid, second- ed by Camacho, it be granted subject to CII report. Carried by unanimous vote. REPORTS CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of a letter from San Diego Gas & Electric Company regarding the expenses involved in providing for the connection from the interchange between Interstate 5 and State Highway 54 freeways to Tide- lands Avenue; cost of relocating existing electric facilities and additional facilities for new circuit is $36,500; estimate for work required to relocate fuel oil line $42,000 (probably not required until 1972); cost of relocating electric facilities not payable until November or December 1970; order for steel for towers to be placed now. Mr. Osborn said he noticed Mr. Matthews (Clint Matthews) arrive and he brought a resolution from the City of Chula Vista expressing their intention to extend Tidelands Avenue to link Chula Vista and National City tidelands areas. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, to go along with the recommendation. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Reid, Morgan. Nays: Hogue, Waters. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of a League of California Cities Bulle- tin dated June 19 which he had not had time to study fully; however,, the League recommends opposition to SB 695, a bill requiring local agencies to pay policemen an additional $900 annually if they hold a basic certificate from CPOST, $1800 for an intermediate certificate, and $2400 for an advanced certificate. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, to protest SB 695. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of a recommendation from the Police Department recommending the issuance of taxicab driver's permit to Robert L. Nabors subject to report of CII. CITY MANAGER OSBURN suggested the addition of a clause to the basin ass license ordinance to permit exhibitors at a two -three day show (such as the Outdoor Living Show recently held at South Bay Plaza) without City License. No action was taken. MAYOR MORGAN recommended the City Council allow Director of Planning Stockman to work with Mr. and Mrs. Ingalls to cane up with some means whereby they may have two years to pave the alley if they will dedicate it (something like we did for the man who built the apartments over on I or J.) Moved by Waters, seconded by Camacho, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. 6/23/70 102 Moved by Reid, seconded by Canacho, the meeting be adjourned to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 7. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:47 p.m. J City Clerk City Of National City, alif. The foregoing minutes were approved by the City Council of National City at the regular meeting of July 1970. 4 No corrections Correction as noted below May . , C t Tonal City, California