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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968 08-27 CC MIN110 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA August 27, 1568 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. Council members present: Camacho, Colburn, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Absent: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Minogue, Osburn, Stockman. The meeting was opened with salute to the Flag led by City Manager Osburn, followed with invocation by Father Figgess, St. Matthew's Episcopal Church. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the minutes of the regular meeting of August 20, 1968 be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. GENE W. SELTZER, District Safety California, 815 Date Street, San a Pedestrian Safety Citation (no Consultant, Automobile Club of Southern Diego, was present and awarded the Mayor pedestrian deaths 1967). The Mayor's proposed PROCLAMATION OF "BRING 'BM BACK ALIVE" weekend in National City (August 30 - September 2, 1968) was read. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the proclamation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNCILMAN COLBURN stated the Council received an inquiry from the Civil Service Commission regarding a new employee category of "Parkette"; he suggested the duties be referred to the City Manager for inclusion of a sentence or paragraph requiring an employee in this position to assist as police matron as needed; if this is not included in the specifications, someone at a later date may refuse to serve as matron. City Manager Osburn stated he was certain this was the original intent; he would check to see if it was omitted by error. MAYOR MORGAN recommended the Council authorize the City Manager to prepare plans for a Public Works building and Vice Mayor Hogue and Councilman Camacho be appointed to select the site; the present Public Works facilities are in the redevelopment area and the land will be used in redevelopment. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hogue, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Councilman Colburn inquired if the selection of the site would be limited to City owned land. Mayor Morgan replied he would think City owned land and inquired the opinion of the City Manager. City Manager Osburn stated this would be the most economical plan; however, if there was another site which= was preferable, they should consider it. Motion to approve the Mayor's recommendation carried by unanimous vote. MRS. CAGES, 1028 E. 15th Street, was present and said the Pink Ladies, a volunteer organization of the Paradise Valley Hospital, was planning a rummage sale at the South Bay Plaza, September 8-10; income derived from the sale will be used toward the purchase of two heart monitors in the Obstetrical Department; and requested waiver of business license fee. Moved by Reid, seconded by Camacho, the request be granted. Carried by unanimous vote. E. H. ALSDORF, 2105 J Avenue, was present and said there is a dangerous spot at the juncture of the ramp into Civic Center and National Avenue (any child can fall through to the parking lot below); with approximately a $15.00 investment of chains to interlace with those already there, this fault could be corrected. Mayor Morgan requested the City Manager to check this and report. City Manager Osburn said they were hoping to install steps at the location in question; this will be accomplished in the not too distant future. 8/27/68 111 RESOLUTION NO. 9654, "A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A SPEEDUP OF THE AIR TRANS- PORTATION PLANNING STUDY," was presented. Moved by Cclburn, seconded by Camacho, it be read by title. Carried by unanimous vote. The title was read. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Camacho, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 9655, "RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO GOLDEN ARROW DAIRY AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 9627," was presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, it be read by title. Carried by unanimous vote. The title was read. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. , "An Ordinance Prohibiting Operation of Motorized Vehicles in City Parks," was presented for the first reading. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, the first reading of the ordinance be by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. The title was read. ORDINANCE NO. 1204, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 962, ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA (Tourist, Commercial Planned Development Zone)," was presented for the second reading. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, it be read by title. Carried by unanimous vote: The title was read. Moved by Reid, seconded by Colburn, the Ordinance be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. The report of the CITY ENGINEER and POLICE CHIEF in regard to dual left turn lanes on Wilson Avenue south of 24th Street, was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the report be filed and a copy be sent to the Chamber of Commerce. Carried by unanimous vote. The (a) Report of Fire Chief Bacon in regard to the County's participation in a common fire communication network (all fire agencies participating); (b) A communication from Chief Clarence L. Gish, President, San Diego County Fire Chief's Association, in regard to County wide fire communica- tions network; (c) A communication from Robert C. Dent, Vice Chairman, Board of Supervisors, in regard to common fire communications net, were presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, the report be accepted and the Fire Chief's recommendation be improved. Carried by unanimous vote. The Council considered review of application for premises to premises transfer of license by THOMAS E. GROESCHEL, DBA MUSTANG, 816-20 National Avenue (Police Chief's recommendations of June 27th and August 21st attach- ed to the Agenda) at this time. Moved by Colburn, Council action of July 2nd protesting transferring the license be rescinded, the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board be notified the City is no longer opposing the transfer and the application be filed. Motion died for lack of second. Thomas E. Groeschel, dba Mustang, 22 West 8th Street, was present and displayed pictures of the locations in question. Mr. Groeschel said he was not ask- ing for a new liquor license but was asking for a transfer; he has not been officially informed the Mustang has been condemned. Vice Mayor Hogue inquired if it was Mr. Groeschel's intention to move into this building and then to move back into the building Mr. Hicks intends to build. Mr. Groeschel said it was not; where the Mustang is now would be used for park- ing; this would be a permanent move; he had $37,000.00 invested in his pre- sent business and brought the papers to support this statement; he was going to lose this investment and was only asking for a chance to start over again. Councilman Colburn inquired if food was served in the present establishment. Mr. Groeschel said it was not as there was not room for that; in the new location there will be a combination cocktail bar and restaurant. Councilman Camacho inquired if Mr. Groeschel had plans he could submit to the Council. Mr. Groeschel said he did not; however, the improvement would cost in the neighborhood of $13,000 - $18,000.00. Council- man Reid inquired if a kitchen would be installed. Mr. Groeschel said there was one there now; he would only have to remodel. Mayor Morgan in- quired how long he owned the building @remises now occupied). Mr. Groeschel said he did not own the building; he moved there in 1947; he had 8/27/68 112 chance to buy it not long ago but when he heard it was going to be con- emned he did not. Vice Mayor Hogue inquired if they could delay action d request Mr. Groeschel to bring a written plan stating whether or not he as just going to sell beer or going to have a bona fide cafe, restaurant ✓ cocktail bar, just so they had something in writing. Mr. Groeschel said hat would be a pretty expensive thing to do. Councilman Camacho said it as Council's duty to improve all areas of National City and he did not want o see another "dive" going into this area; if Mr. Groeschel's plans would of be complimentary to National City, he would not change his mind on the ransfer; however, if a worthwhile plan was submitted, one that would im- rove the area, it could change his mind. Vice Mayor Hogue stated a writ - en statement from Mr. Groeschel to the Council telling what he intended to o would be sufficient; he could say how he intended to improve the building nd what type of business it was going to be. Mayor Morgan inquired if the icense was a general license or a beer license. Mr. Groeschel said it was general license. Mayor Morgan said he would be happy to have Mr. roeschel prepare something for the Agenda for next Tuesday night; it must e in the City Manager's hands before Friday at 9:00 a.m. Councilman Col - urn stated what they were discussing was an application to the ABC which he Council has an opportunity to review; the Council cannot refuse or llow any transfer of licenses but they can protest and if they protest; he ABC usually considers the City's protest; however, the ABC could over- ule the protest. Councilman Colburn said Mr. Groeschel's business is on th Street and the building has been condemned; if the transfer is not per- itted, the building will come down and a new building can be constructed nd Council could not refuse him the right to do business in that new build- ng; his request is he be allowed to move to National Avenue where he could ave increased square footage and the present building site be converted nto off-street parking. Councilman Colburn said he agreed it would help hem considerably if Mr. Groeschel would send them a letter stating his ntentions; if it turned out he did not live up to the plans submitted, the ouncil could go to the ABC and state Mr. Groeschel obtained removal of the rotest under false representation. Councilman Colburn said they could my gain on this; if they refuse Mr. Groeschel's request, he will open a ew place of business where he is on 8th and the old empty store will re- ain on National when they could have a remodeled building and restaurant here and a parking lot. application for person to person transfer (dropping partner) off sale eer and wine license by C. H. GRIFFITH and the SOUTHLAND CORPORATION, DBA -ELEVEN #66, 2335 Highland Avenue, was presented. Moved by Colburn, econded by Hogue, the application be filed. Carried by the following vote, o-wit: Ayes: Camacho, Colburn, Hogue, Reid. Nays: None. Abstaining: organ. communication from ROaERT C. COZENS, CHAIRMAN, SAN DIEGO COUNTY AIRPORT TUDY GROUP, inviting -members of the Council to attend a meeting of the roup on Wednesday, September llth, 2:00 p.m., 1600 Pacific Highway, was resented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. communication from U.S. SENATOR GEORGE MURPHY in regard to the Balsa Island Nuclear Desalting Plant, was presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. request of the NATIONAL CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION to conduct an annual c paign September 13 - 15 and the City Treasurer's recommendation of proval, were presented. Moved by Camacho, seconded by Reid, the request b granted. Carried by unanimous vote. A communication from J. B. ASKEW, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC HEALTH, in regard to collection of permit fees for health regulated businesses by the County and t e City Treasurer's recommendation of approval, were presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the request be approved. Vice Mayor Hogue in- q ired if the change would take a service away from the people which would b- more convenient to them if left here. City Manager Osburn said it would 8/27/68 113 robably be more convenient handled as it is now because we can _hand them heir health permit now along with business license; otherwise, when they et their business license we can give them the form to mail to the County ✓ they can go to the County and pick it up; either way would work satis- actorily so fax as the City is concerned; it may be a little more incon- enient for some of the people. Vice Mayor Hogue said if they tried this ould the City Manager report after the first of the year regarding the umber of complaints against this procedure and asked if it would be poss- ble to rescind their decision tonight. City Manager Osburn said he could. ayor Morgan inquired if there was any reason they should take it out of he City. City Manager Osburn said they were having problems with staff; e would like to make the report to inform them if they do receive many omplaints. Councilman Reid inquired what good the report would be. City anager Osburn said he could tell the County they have turned it over to hem conditionally; if we find it is an inconvenience to the people, we ould request to take it back; he would get an answer from them before urning it over to them. Motion to approve the request carried by unani- ous vote. n application for refund, of $25.00 Performance Bond, by S. N. STOWE, 1048 Avenue and L. A. PADILLA, 2033 Prospect Street, were presented. Moved by eid, seconded by Camacho, the two items be approved and warrants be drawn or same. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Camacho, Colburn, ogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. communication from CITY MANAGER OSBURN filing four items with the City lerk (No Council action necessary): (1) Public Employees Blanket Bond, eider 1, COMMERCIAL UNION INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK, covering the MAYOR, ITY MANAGER, and FINANCE DIRECTOR for a premium of $1,062.00, effective as f June 1, 1968; (2) Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Dir- e tors of the SOUTH BAY IRRIGATION DISTRICT held July 2, 1968; (3) Letter from the SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, dated August 16, 1968, enclosing copy of Resolution No. 1017 levying a tax upon taxable property within said Authority; Resolution No. 1015 establishing vote of representatives of m-mber agencies as determined by assessed valuations for fiscal year 1968- 1.69; and a tabulation of the secured and unsecured assessed valuation of a 1 property within San Diego County Water Authority for the 1968-1969 fiscal year; (4) Letter from the SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, dated J ly 31, 1968, enclosing tabulations showing operations for the month of J ly and average monthly water deliveries to each agency during July 1968 a d July 1967, were presented. C TY MANAGER OSBURN stated the owner of 1220 Palmer Way is installing a s imming pool which will cost over.$2,500.00; this type of permit requires t e installation of curbs and gutters; the City only has a 40t street d-dication in this area (dead end street with no cul de sac). The City Manager requested permission to forego the curbs and gutters in this lo- c..tion for the City's convenience. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, t e City Manager's request be granted. Councilman Colburn inquired if it would be possible to get the property owners to sign a covenant running w.th the land not to protest curbs and sidewalks when the street was im- p oved. City Manager Osburn said he doubted it would help in this case; t ere isn't enough room on that street to make the turn around and to allow f.r the curbs, gutters and sidewalks to go in. Motion to grant the City Manager's request carried by unanimous vote. C TY MANAGER OSBURN stated he received information from Cal Western Insur- a ce Company regarding disability income for employees of National City; e ployees have been given copies showing the cost per pay period to have a d sability income of $400.00 per month. • • C a w e TY MANAGER OSBURN said the position and classification of "Parkette" was proved by the Civil Service Commission last night (August 26th) and for- ded to the Council; he was sure the item mentioned by Councilman Colburn lier in the meeting regarding a Parkette serving as matron when called 8/27/68 114 pon was an oversight as it was in the original requirements for the posi- ion; he recommended this be approved. Mayor Morgan inquired if the City anager would see the addition would be made to the position as discussed. he City Manager said he would. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Camacho, the 4ity Manger's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. eITY MANAGER OSBURN said the Chamber of Commerce was having a Rodeo and estern Days in National City; the Star -News is publishing a special ad- ertising supplement which will contain the official program; there will be pproximately 73,000 editions printed and delivered to the people; the City ay take an ad at $5.25 per column inch, or one -quarter page at $112.88, or ne-half page at $225.76; there was some money left in the advertising bud - et. Moved by Colburn, they not run an ad in this publication. Motion died or lack of second. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Camacho, an ad of one- •uarter of a page be purchased in the program. City Manager 0sburn in- uired what they would want to put in it. Mayor Morgan inquired if they ould get a picture of the Port District in instead of the Council; councilman Reid inquired if this could be laid over until the City Manager gave him some figures on how they stood with their money; they were getting head of themselves with all of this advertising. Councilman Colburn said this would not advertise the City to anyone who would not normally be in ational City within the next 18 months; he could not see spending the money when they need Library facilities and other things badly; everyone o would be reading the publication knows where National City is. Motion to purchase an ad of one -quarter page carried by the following vote, to - wit: Ayes: Camacho, Hogue, Morgan. Nays: Colburn. Abstaining: Reid. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Camacho, the meeting be closed. Carried by u animous vote. The meeting closed at 8:13 p.m. . A TEST: CITY CLERK 8/27/68