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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1966 05-17 CC MIN204 THE MINUTES CF THE REGULAR MEETING THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA MAY 17, 1966 "Student In Government Day" The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Morgan at 7:30 p.m. Mayor Morgan extended thanks to Mr. Allen Campbell and Mr. Dennis Evans for their help in setting up "Student In Government Day." Mayor Morgan recognized Mr. Austin, teacher of Civics in the Adult Education Program at Sweetwater Union High School, and 20 of his pupils. Mayor Morgan introduced Fire Chief Bailey and his son, Robert, to the Council. Council members present: Colburn, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Council members absent: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS PRESENT: Acting Deputy City Clerk Barnhill; Carstens; Linn; AsSociate Civil Engineer Onley; Osburn; Stockman. The meeting was opened with salute to the Flag led by City Manager Osburn, followed with invocation by the Rev. H. Stonier Hamnett, St. Matthews episcopal Church. STUDENTS ELECTED TO MUNICIPAL OFFICE for Student Government Day: Everett Harry, Mayor; James Brown, Vice Mayor; James Cronk, Councilman; Bob March, Councilman; Montelle Bates, City Manager; Jose Lisares, Jr., City Attorney; Ralph Sarmiento, Planning Director; Linda Walkup, City Clerk; Douglas Johnson, Assistant City Manager. MOVED BY HOGUE, seconded by Reid, the minutes of the meeting of May 10, 1966 be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 9129, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF LEASE AGREEMENT FOR THE NATIONAL JUSTICE COURT," was read by Student City Attorney Lisares. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. , a resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, calling and giving notice of the holding of a. special municipal election to be held in said city on Tuesday, the 9th day of August, 1966, for the election of a member of the City Council as required by the provisions of the laws of the State of Calif crnia relating to General Law Cities, was presented. Mayor Morgan expressed his regret in seeing the matter go to election and read the names of the citizens who had been considered by Council during the Executive Sessions to fill the fifth Council seat; Jerry Harris, Ruben Rubio, Barney Melillo, Howard Heath, Louis Southris, Elmer Niederfrank, James Rusk, E. J. Christman, Claude Hart, Tom Cosby, Jimmy Chenoweth, Rodney Smith, George Shiedier, Rev. R. D. RirhaxSon, Mrs. B. C. McKinney, Buford Ellis; he would like the Councilmen to consider the matter going before an Executive Session before adopting the resolution. Dr. George Parchen, Chairman, Chamber of Commerce New Business Development Committee, was present and asked permission to speak to the Council on the matter. Mayor Morgan stated he had nc objection, if the Council had none; there was no objection stated. Dr. Parchen said it was the concern of the New Business Development Committee that the Council was divided on this issue and they are concerned that this policy might hold true in the future with decisions on other matters. Dr. Parchen stated he had recently attended a Chamber of Commerce conference in :lashington, D. C. in which a program was presented showing what cities can accomplish when all factors are willing to cooperate; he felt the Col:mcil should get together immediately and attempt to get the streets in National City improved; he could not understand why the Council was. unable to get together and make a decision in appointing a fifth Councilman without sending the matter to election. Roy Smith, 910 "N" Avenue, Vice - President, National City Home Protective League, was present and read a letter addressed to the City Council from the board members of the League regarding the selection of a fifth member for the National City City Council and asking the Council to hold another meeting to try and fill the vacancy. Louis Southris, 1237 "J" Avenue, was present and stated concern over the inability and inde- 5/17/66 205 cisiveness of the Council in appointing a fifth member to the Council; he felt the members of Council were failing the citizens in not reaching a decision and sending the matter to election. Mr. Southris stated he was Vice -President of the National City Businessmen's Club, which had recently sponsored a golf tournament with the Navy Flag Officers, and read three letters from officers that had participated in the tournament showing their appreciation for having been included. Mr. Southris further stated this type of activity promotes good will and business for the City; he hoped the Council could forget their differences and come to an agreement on the selection of a fifth Council member. Mrs. Jane Barrett, 2119 "N" Avenue, was present and stated the Mayor and Councilmen had been elected by the citizens to carry out the business of the City; she asked the Council to remember the petitions that had been presented in the past asking they appoint J. Louis Camacho to the vacant Council seat, as he ha.d received the third highest number of votes; she asked who had presented the names at the Executive Sessions and why Mr. Camacho's name had not been among those considered; if the Council could not fill the vacant Council seat then it should go to an election. Mr. Merrill Stedman, 2725 "C" Avenue, was present and stated he had lived in the City about 35 years on the west side; felt the Council should devote more time to improving the looks of the west side of town and not let it be an eyesore. Mr. C. L. Foster, 1071 Carlsbad, Spring Valley, was present and stated, as President of the Downtown Businessmen's Association, he felt he had a good reason to be interested in the present issue under discussion; he recommended the Council not let the matter go to election but use the $6,000 for a feasi- bility report on the proposed civic auditorium; he further recommended the Council appoint an arbitration board, of serious minded business men and citizens of National City, and confer with them on the problem of filling the vacant Council seat and remove the necessity for a special election. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the reading of the resolution be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Mrs. Charles Henera, 218 W. 13th Street, was present and stated she had worked for Mr. J. Louis Camacho and felt strongly for him because his father had helped many come to National City from Albuquerque, New Mexico; she had been paying taxes in National City for 30 years; she fiat Mr. Camacho could best help those people on the west side because of his background. Mrs. Jane Barrett stated she felt the $6,000 that would be spent to send the matter to election would not be wasted; it was the taxpayers money and the decision would be of the citizens. Mr. Ruben Rubio, 2720 Cleveland Avenue, was present and stated he wanted to know where the people of the west side were during election; he did not want to see the matter go to election and hoped the Council could come to an agreement. Mayor Morgan stated, in answer to an earlier question, Mr. Camacho's name was not listed because he had kept the Council in a deadlock for 30 days. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colbum, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO. 9130, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNI- CIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, THE 9TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1966, FOR THE ELECTION OF A MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OP THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the Resolution be adopted. Mayor Morgan stated during his six years on the Council this was the hardest motion to come before him for approval; since the Council could not come to agreement then it must go before the people for a solution. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. RESOLTUION NO. , a resolution amending Resolution No. 9027, (Continana Convalescent Center), was presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the reading of the resolution be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 9131, "RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 9027, (CONTINANA CONVALESCENT CENTER)." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. , a resolution authorizing execution of weld striping machine rental agreement, was presented. City Manager Osburn recommended authorization to replace the present machine which is close to being obsolete and asked permission be granted to sign the lease purchase agreement. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the reading of the resolution be waived and it 5/17/66 206 be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 9132, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EY,3CUTION OF WALD STRIPING MACHINE RENTAL AGREEMENT." Moved by Colbum, seconded by Hogue, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wits Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. ORDINANCE NO. , an ordinance of the City of National City adopting a municipal code, was presented for the first reading. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS reported on the referral of the request by Southwest Furniture Company to assign all monies due them by the City of National City to the San Diego Trust and Savings Bank; he had contacted both parties involved and arranged to modify their request and the CityClerk's office had signed the request to show proof of receipt of same. City Manager Osburn stated 90% of the furniture had been received with the remainder to be shipped by the 20th of May. VICE MAYOR COLBURN stated, in regard to the he felt many of the people were sympathetic newspaper; everyone should realize that the as a freedom of press, they print what they articles, take a second look before judging about. Vice Mayor Colburn said he had been for anything and everything that was in the National City; the people's fears that they appointment of a fifth councilman, because of the articles in the newspaper wasn't always correct; want to print; when reading the the city or people being written on many committees and had worked best interest of the people of were being served by a split Council was unfounded, as everything that the Mayor had submitted for a pro- gressive look has been supported; if it wasn't done immediately it was going to be done, but some of the programs needed some thought as to the best solu- tions before being approved; he was ready to go to work for the betterment and the progress oflhe City. COUNCILMAN HOGUE stated only one person was interested enough in the background of his viewpoint, as to the appointment of a fifth councilman, to bother to come to him and have it explained; as he had stated before, he felt the vacan- cy should go to the candidate with thethird highest number of votes. Council- man Hogue said he had asked the Mayor to take "yes" or "no" votes on nominated persons in the closed sessions on specific ballots, in order to keep out per- sonalities and conflicts. Councilman Hogue further stated, after discussion with Mayor Morgan, that his program was practically the same as the Mayor; the agitation began after the closed sessions; he had decided to stick up for the principle that whoever was chosen for the seat would be a choice of the people and not the choice of a man; he could not vote for another real estate man, with a land developer and real estate man already on the Council. Coun- cilman Hogue stated he understood a petition was being circulated for his recall; he wanted the people to select the man that is to sit on the Council; he had submitted the name of Mr. Tom Cosby, retired Postmaster of National City, and Federal Civil Servant, but no consideration had been given; he didn't feel the newspaper would give an accurate account of this statement and if it was to be heard by other citizens it would have to be carried by word of mouth; he was going to keep an open mind and do what he felt best; if the people did not agree this was the right attitude then they could certainly recall him. Mayor Morgan stated he had been rather liberal with Councilman Hogue in letting him reveal the business of the Executive Sessions. Councilman Hogue stated in the newspaper it had been stated no one but Mayor Morgan had submitted names to fill the vacant council seat and that was not true; it had also been printed he had called the Mayor the day a previous Executive session had been called, and told him he could not appear at his "prayer breakfast," when actually he had the responsibility of his employment in conducting Open House at school that day; he thought it time the people understood what was go ing on and wished he had been able to discuss the matter with some of the people that had pre- sented themselves tonight. COUNCILMAN REID stated he did not care who filled the vacant council seat as long as he was the choice of the people; the matter should go to election. COUNCILMAN REID reported he had spent about five hours on the inspection tour of the new Civic Center; the building is a good one, but with a lot of bugs to be taken out; after going through again today he found a lot of the problems had already been taken care of. 5/17/66 207 TOM LEONARD, 2740 Lincoln Court, was present and stated it was possible for those people in the Lincoln Acres area being included in the Spring Valley Sewer District to de -annex from the City of National City; the area will bring in about $100,000 a year to the City; the Council might be $80,000 wiser and $1,000,000 foolish if they can't satisfy the residents and force them to take de -annexation action; now that the figures are known, it is time for Council to take action in helping these citizens in their problem of cost of installation. City Manager Osburn stated he hoped to have the report by the next meeting. PAUL GREGG, candidate in the June 7th Primary Election for the 37th Congression- al District, was present and asked the Council to amend City Ordinance No. 729, restricting the use of mobile units with loudspeakers; he wants to campaign in the City, but does not have the financial backing to hold gatherings to meet the people personally; during the campaign he would like to have consideration given to this matter in the best interests of freedom of speech. SAM THAGASON, 211 Laurel, was present and stated National City was one of the most beautiful cities in the world; as citizens of this city they have the right to recall any Councilman; he does not want the Mayor to be a rubber stamp, but appoint the man he felt best to serve the community, and not spend money on an election. DR. GEORGE PARCHEN, 103 E. 13th Street, was present and stated he was concerned with the image the Council was presenting to the people; the decisions of the Council were to be made in the Council Chambers, not anywhere else; the City is trying to entice business into National City, but they are losing two firms because of the poor roads and streets; something has to be done about the back- log of engineering. COUNCILMAN HOGUE stated at the last Council meeting action had been taken to expedite the work under 1911 Acts by dividing them into two priority lists; those which required City participation in drainage, and those which did not; the streets are improved as the money is available; a feasible program had been presented in using property money for the improvement of streets, and it is being studied by the City Manager. Dr. Parchen stated if the backlog of engineering was too great, then outside help should be hired to assist in bringing the 1911 Act improvements up to date; one citizen quit the Chamber of Commerce because of the delay in improvements on Coolidge Avenue. Vice Mayor Colburn stated a portion of Coolidge Avenue was dedicated and closed, then requested re -opened; there is a railroad crossing there and it doesn't have sewers; many financial problems caused the delay. Dr.Parchen said he would like to see some particular actions taken; the Port District is going to enlarge San Diego Bay and the City of National City shodd have improved streets to entice industry to that area; possibly the City could get Federal funds for this program; National City is competing with many other cities for industry and to do this they must make necessary improvements, and have long-range and short-range programs; if necessary, pass a bond issue to cet the work done and select a councilman who will unite with the present cou..cilmen in improving the City. ROY SMITH, 910 "N" Avenue, was present and stated to Mr. Hogue and Mr. Colburn they had stated they agreed whole heartedly with the program of Mayor Mo zg an, but they still wanted to spend $6,000 of City money for an unnecessary elec- tion; by law they had 30 days to appoint a person to the vacancy; they should appoint someone tonight and go ahead with City business. BARNEY MELILLO, representing the Pony League, was present and stated, as hosts to the Pony League World Series last year, he had a check to present to the City in the amount of $139.00, representing the balance on the profit of the World Series. C. W. PROCTOR, 2359 Ridgeway Drive, asked how much footage the City _Engineer had figured in the laterals that would run up Ridgeway Drive. Associate Civil Engineer Onley stated he did not have the figures with him but they could be gotten by contacting the City Engineer's office. Mr. Proctor stated the resi- dents would like to have the City 3lgineer come to see them and look the situ- ation over because the County had already put in a line for one of his neighbors. Mayor Morgan stated the City Manager would have a report on the matter next week. 5/17/66 208 BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE were presented: General Fund $ 30,216.77 Trust and Agency 1,933.83 Park 868.42 Retimnent 5,447.57 Special Street 60.20 Drainage 6,098.00 Sewer 10,810.64 Civic Center 22,703.45 TOTAL $ 78,188.88 Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the bills be approved a.nd warrants be ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reperted the request for an over -width driveway at 1705 "J" Avenue, was actually on 17th Street; it had been inspected by the Planning Department and the City Manager ata? there was no objection to the permit. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the request for over -width driveway be granted. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported regarding faded street markings and the possibil- ity of purchasing sandblasting equipment to remove the markings; the City ha.s a heat machine with which the stripes can be burned off of the pavement much cheaper than buying a new machine; the matter had been referred to the Traffic Safety Committee. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the City Manager's report be accepted. Carried by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION from residents on Thelma Way requesting Council's consideration on paving their street, was presented; City Manager Osburn recommended the letter be referred to the Planning Commission for study. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the recommendation of the City Manager be approved and the letter be filed. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Resolution No. 21, regarding endorsement of Pro- position "D", creation of a San Diego City non-profit transit corporation, was presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION FROM Vincent McGrath, Chairman, Civil Service Commission, recommending adoption of amendment to Civil Service Rule, 4.3 - Promotional Examinations, was presented. City Manager Osburn stated this basically allowed a city employee 5 additional points, together with 5% for records of perform- ance, in the total score for promotional examinations for those who have passed their probationary petbd; it was up to Council to decide whether or not they want to allow this many points to an employee taking a closed promotional ex:n.ination. Mayor Morgan recommended the matter be put on the Agenda for next meeting. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, to approve the Mayor's recom- mendation. Carried by unanimous vote. STUDENT CITY CLERK LINDA WALKUP read a communication from Lance Eldred, Chairman, Maytime Band Review Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, expressing their appreciation for the cooperation and support of the City of National City. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION from California -Western States Life Insurance Company advising of the necessity for adjusting group insurance premiums on Group Policy No. 3797, was presented. Mayor Morgan asked for a recommendation from the City Manager. City Manager Osburn stated this communication showed the percentage of payments in various categories of insurance and also the raise in premium for employees; he recommended the City pay half of the 82 cent increase for employees, which would amount to approximately $875 annually. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the recommendation of the City Manager be approved. Vice Mayor Colburn asked if there was any program available that would discourage the misuse of the group insurance to help eliminate further increases in the future. City Manager Osburn stated the major increase was in the Major Medical coverage and did not feel it was due to misuse. Carried, by the following vote, 5/17/66 209 to -wit: tyes: Colburn, Hogue, 7leid, Morgan. Nays: None. A COMMUNICATION from Joe McCullough, President, Community Action Council of the Economics Opportunity Commission, of San Diego, requesting Council's consider- ation for the use of City facility for medical examinations, was presented. City Manager Osburn stated the Casa de Salud is now used by the County Medical facilities and recommended if the Council desires to furnish a facility for medical examinations this facility be used and their schedule worked in with the existing County program. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the City Mana- ger's recommendation be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. A COMMUNICATION FROM Mrs. Donald E. questing extension on their license seconded by Colburn, the request be Rummage Sale is an annual event and fund. Carried by unanimous vote. Seiler, President, Sigma Phi Gamma, re - fee, was presented. Moved by Hogue, granted. City Manager Osburn stated the all the proceeds go into their welfare A COMMUNICATION from T. W. Mears, President, Nat -Par Colt League, requesting use of El Toyon Community Building to serve benefit pancake breakfast, Sunday, May 22nd, at no fee, was presented. City Manager Osburn stated this is a benefit and the proceeds were to be used for the Colt League and recommended approval. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the recommendation of the City Maager be approved. Vice Mayor Colburn asked if a report was being prepared creating a guideline for useage of community buildings and facilities. City Manager Osburn said it was. Carried by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION from W. E. Cagle, Chief of Police, recommending the acceptance of letter of resignation from Patrolman Franklin Geerdes, was presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the resignation be accepted and a letter of commendation be sent to Patrolman Geerdes. Councilman Reid stated the Police Department was losing a fine young man and he wished him all the luck in the world in his new occupation. Carried by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION from W. E. Cagle, Chief of Police, recommending acceptance of letter of resignation from Police Radio Dispatcher Florine A. Beavers, was preseniai. City Manager Osburn stated the resignation had been approved along with leave and vacation and recommended it be accepted. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the recommendation of the City Manager be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. A COMMUNICATION from Charles Green, Acting Chairman, Traffic Safety Committee, recommending no left turn lanes on streets less than eighty feet wide, was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the communication be filed. City Manager Osburn stated National Avenue was the only street in the City over bt; feet wide, meaning there would be no left turn lanes on any street except National Avenue. Councilman Reid stated, because of the safety factors involved, he agreed with the recommendation. Vice Mayor Colburn asked for a report from the Police Department on the matter. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the matter be tabled.until further information and reports were available. Carried by unanimous vote. MINUTES OF THE PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, Wednesday, May llth, were presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of a notice from members of Water Problems and Policy Committee, San Diego County Water Authority, of a meeting May 12th; Notice of meeting, May 12th, of the members of the Board of Directors, San Diego County Water Authority; Minutes of May 12th meeting of the San Diego County Water Authority; Notice from members of Organization and Personnel Committee, San Diego County Water Authority, of a meeting May 12th; Notice from members of Finance and Insurance Committee, San Diego County Water Authority, of a meeting May 12th; Notice from members of Engineering and Operations Committee, of a meeting May 12th; Minutes of April 14th meeting of San Diego County Water Authority Public Relations Committee; Minutes of April 14th meeting of San Diego County Water Authority Water Problems and Policy Committee; 5/17/66 210 Minutes of April 14th meeting of San Diego County Water Authority Engineering and Operations Committee; Minutes of April 14th meeting of San Diego County Water Authority Finance and Insurance Committee; Minutes of April 14th meeting of San Diego County Water Authority Organization and Personnel Committee; Minutes of April 14th meeting of the Regular Meeting of Board of Directors, San Diego County Water Authority; Report of Operations, Month of April, Sal Diego County Water Authority; and recommended all be filed with the City Clerk. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of a req test from Mr. E. L. Valois, Commander, Kenneth L. Blanchard American Legion Post, for use of Defense Mobile Unit in Armed Forces Day Parade in San Diego, May 21st; the Police Department to furnish authorized driver to operate the vehicle. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the request be granted. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of a request from the Junior Chamber of Commerce forjuse of the Community Building, May 18th, 7:00 p.m., for rehearsal of the Miss National City Contest; the facilities were available and recom- mended approval. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hogue, the City Manager's recom- mendation be accepted. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of a request for a free license for blind, disabled veteran, George W. Allen, to sell door-to-door, and to be accompanied by his wife, Helen Allen; recommended Mr. and Mrs. Allen be granted a license at no fee. Moved by Reid, seconded by Colburn, to accept the recommendation of the City Manager. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported on the Real Estate Committee meeting of Monday, May 16th; Mr. Jaffee and his son, Allen, of '.'iedmont Construction, who were attempting to purchase Canteen Service of San Diego rights in property, were preeent. It was moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue that the Real Estate Committee recommend the offer be turned down and the Council take steps to get the 5 acres of property back into the hands of the City; carried by unan- imous vote. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the recommendation of the Real Estate Committee be accepted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. City Attorney Carstens stated he had had no authorization, as yet, to take steps toward litigation; he wanted the Council to direct his office on what steps they wanted taken in the matter. Mayor Morgan stated it had been discussed and Mr. Natoli came up with a figure which was agreeable for the City to get the property back. City Manager Osburn stated Mr. Natoli presented a statement in which he had paid a total of $26,580.96 towards the purchase price of this 5 acres; all items were checked, except the taxes and escrow fees, and there was only 24 cents diff- erence in figures; he was basically sure Mr. Natoli had that amount in to the property; one acre of this was free and clear, on which Mr. Natoli was to build; if the City will pay Mr. Natoli the amount he had spent he will deed the en`4.re five acres back to the City. Mayor Morgan recommended the City Manager's report be accepted and the Council take steps to get the property back. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the recommendation of the Mayor be accepted. City Manager Osburn requested the City Manager and the City Attorney be author- ized to proceed with the escrow to return the property to the City. Council- man Hogue amended his motion to include the request of the City Manager, seconded by Colburn. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Hogue, Colburn, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENG]N EER ONLEY requested a five-day extension of the improve- ments on "A" Avenue for the Contractor's benefit. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the request be granted. Carried by unanimous vote. STUDENT DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SARMIENTO presented the report of the regular meeting of May 9th of the City Planning Commission recommending the approval of Application for Zone Variance No. Z-40 to grant a variance to Roger Steele, relative to the property located at the northeast corner of 8th Street and "I" Avenue; moved and passed by the Planning Commission, the public hearing be closed and the variance be allowed, subject to the plans on file in the Plan- ning Department, which indicate a three foot setback with planter boxes. Director of Planning Stockman recommended the report be received, the item of 5/17/66 211 the zone variance be placed on the Agenda of the City Council for June 7th for final approval, and the report of the Planning Commission be brought back for consideration at the time. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the recom- mendation of the Director of Planning be accepted. Carried by unanimous vote. STUDENT DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SARMIENTO reported a tree planting program was scheduled for 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 4th by the Chamber of Commerce; to date, 17 organizations and three property owners have indicated the purchase of 21 trees to be planted on 13th Street, between National Avenue and Harding Avenue; it was agreed no existing trees would be removed at this time. CHAIRMAN BOB WORTHY, PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, reported on the recommendations of the Paris. and Recreation Advisory Board; consideration be given to the inclusion of planting areas in the Civic Center parking area; a schematic plan was displayed of the proposed landscaping. Vice Mayor Colburn asked if the drawing was the proposed planting program. Chairman Worthy stated it was the proposed planting of the parking area; the fountain is shown where the architect thought it would be most beneficial to the City. Mayor Morgan asked for the recommendation of the City Manager. City Manager Osburn stated this was the first he had seen of the plans; he would have some concern about parking spaces. Mayor Morgan recommended the item be put on the Agenda next week to give time for a report from the City Manager. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the recommendation of the Mayor be accepted. Vice Mayor Colburn stated he hoped Council would look at the maps and consider the east side of the parking lot; from the street you can see the spaces and with a lot of cars it would take away from the beauty of the building; he preferred the west side be used for parking and the Council consider the problem of future parking problems. Council Reid asked if the Civic Center was a commercial building how many parking spaces would be required. Director of Manning Stockman stated it would be one parking space for every 1,000 sq. ft. of footage in the building. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the recommendation of the Park and Recreation Advisory Board to include an orna- mental fountain in the landscaping of the new Civic Center, be referred to t he Finance Committee meeting. Carried by unanimous vote. CHAIRMAN WORTHY, PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, reported the Board approved the plans for the Pop Warner and Colt League concession and equipment building in El Toyon Park; and recommended the construction, by the City, of the slab for the building, with plumbing and electrical work to the slab. City Manager Osburn stated he would like to report on the matter next week. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the City Manager report on the matter next week. Council- man Reid asked if the plan was for a one-story building. Chairman Worthy stated it was for a two-story building. Mr. Walter Hallam, 2930 Division Street, President of the South Bay Pop Warner Football League, was present and reported on the forthcoming program of the League; he presented a. rendering of the proposed building which could be used for other youth organizations; it watld be dedicated to the City; they need assitance from the City with the slab, plumbing and electricity; they will do the landscaping; they do not require help until after August 1st at the earliest; approximate cost of the slab would be $1,000; if the City does not have the funds the League will attempt to raise the money. Mr. H&lam extended thanks from the San Diego Federation of Pop Warner Football Leagues (54 teams) for the City's attendance to the rival team from Connecticut and the Mother Goose Bowl. Carried by unanimous vote. CLINT MATTHEWS was present and requested another Real Estate Committee meeting be set. City Manager Osburn stated they were waiting for a report from the State regarding the amount of drainage monies the City will have to contribute to the 24th Street project. Mayor Morgan stated as soon as the figures were available the press would be notified of the date and time of the next Real Estate Committee meeting. MR. WALTER HALLAM, 2930 Division Street, was present and stated along with the football teams in the Pop Warner Football League, the League had a 60-girl Pom-Pom Corps in National City; they hoped to bring the number up to 150 girls before the end of the year. STUDENT MAYOR HARRY stated, on behalf of all the students who participated in 5/17/66 212 "Student In Government Day," he wished to thank Mayor Morgan, the Councilmen and all Department Heads; they had found that City government was somewhat more intricate and complex than what they had realized; what they had learned from their day in the Civic Center and their attendance at the Council meeting, they could now appreciate progress, where progress is made by the City Council- men and their efforts. STUDENT CITY MANAGER BATES stated they had realized how much students benefit from "Student In Government Day"; he stated he felt there should be student representation, each week, at the Council meetings and hoped to be one of the first selected. MAYOR MORGAN stated, in regard to the4election of the fifth councilman, Mr. Hogue had presented the name of Mr. Tom Cosby; he would like to go into an executive session and consider Mr. Cosby. Councilman Hogue stated he did not know Mr. Cosby personally; the name was called in to him by a member of the NationaiSchool District; he had not had a chance to talk to Mr. Cosby and did not know if he would even be interested in the job. Mayor Morgan stated Mr. Cosby should be called into an Executive Session and Council could talk to him. City Attorney stated the Council had until Thursday evening, May 19th, to appoint someone to the vacancy. M07.7ED BY COLBURN, seconded by Hogue, the meeting be adjourned until 7:00 p.m., May 18th. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m. ATTEST: MAYOR, CITY OF i' IO AL CITY, CALIFORNIA / CITY CLERK 5/17/66