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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1966 10-04 CC MINMINUTES.. OF THE REGULAR MEETING, OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA OCTOBER 4, 1966 The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Morgan at 7:30 p.m. Council members present: Colburn, Harris, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Council members absent: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS PRESENT: Foster, Finn, McLean, Minogue, Osburn, Stockman. The meeting was opened With salute to the Flag led by City Manager Osburn, followed with invocation byMayor Mergam. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, the minutes of the regular meeting of September 27th be a2proved. Carried by unanimous vote. The RESOLUTIONS ordering work and adopting wage scale for the improvement of Coolidge Avenue, 13th to 18th Street, 17th Street from Hoover to the Rail- road were presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the reading of the resolutions be waived and they be adopted by reading of the titles only. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 9217, "RESOLUTION ORDERING WORK (Coolidge Avenue from lath to 18th Streets, 17th Street from Hoover to Railroad Track, Assessment District No. 151)." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 9218, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING WAGE SCALE (Coolidge Avenue from 13th to 18th Streets, 17th Street from Hoover to Railroad Track, Assessment District No. 151)." Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the Resolution be adopted: Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 9219, "RESOLUTION APPOINTING DELEGATES TO THE TRANSPORTATION POLICY COORDINATING COMMITTEE OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY," was read. Mayor Morgan recommended the Resolution be adopted with the following changes: Councilman Reid be appointed as the permanent member of the committee and Vice Mayor Colburn appointed as the alternate member. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Harris, the Resolution be adopted with the changyds recommended by the Mayor. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Harris, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. Abstaining: Colburn. COUNCILMAN HOGUE announced he was privileged to attend the dedication of the SOUTH BAY GUIDANCE CENTER on Sunday: the Center will serve those children in need of professional guidance. Councilman Hogue stated the Guidance Center had requested a donation from the City and it was.. ruled illegal for the City to donate; because of the importance of the program he urged every« one to donate fifty cents, a dollar, or whatever they could to help make up their deficit in order that they might receive the sanction of the Federal Government; they must prove themselves; everyone in the area will benefit from the services. Councilman Hogue said donations might be made directly to the SOUTH BAY GUIDANCE CENTER or to MISS ANNETTA JAMES, 911 East 13th Street, National City. COUNCILMAN HOGUE said the Chamber of Commerce*s newsletter "ACTION" reported Miss Debby Ray of National City represented California at the "LITTLE MISS WORLD" International Contest in Dallas, Texas, last month and placed second in the Talent Division. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, Debby Ray be considered for a MYRA award. Carried by unanimous vote. 10/4/66 31 COUNCILMAN HARRIS said the minutes of the PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD mentioned the feasibility of cutting through the island on 12th Street east of National Avenue to permit a left turn into the Civic Center parking lot. Moved by Harris, seconded by Colburn, it be referred to the Traffic Safety Committee for study, three points to be considered: (1) to cut through the island, (2) to remove the tree nearest National Avenue and the island cut back, or (3) to leave it as it is. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNCILMAN HARRIS asked what could be done to abate the nuisance or untidy- ness of some local businesses; particularly grocery stores where the windows are completely cluttered with signs, and where portions of the signs are left on the building when the signs are removed. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, it be referred to the Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Morgan said the Chamber's City Beautification Committee should handle it. Motion carried by unanimous vote. COUNCILMAN HOGUE reported he was invited to a home on 15th Street between J and K Avenues; curbs and sidewalks are in: but next to the home he visited a fence and trees extend 12 to 18 inches past the curb; a dangerous situation. Councilman Hogue said some kind of study, or survey, or even contact with the owner should be made to see if it is City property so we can get the fence back of the curb. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, it be turned over to the City Manager, City Engineer and Traffic Safety Committee and some kind of recommendation be brought back as to. how the hazard on 15th Street between J and K can be removed. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNCILMAN HARRIS announced Wednesday, October 5th, was the big day for Port Commissioner Larry Ruehle and a no -host reception would be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the V.I.P. Room of the Plaza Bowl. COUNCILMAN REID suggested the City Manager, City Attorney, Chief of Police, Fire Chief, and Traffic Safety Committee consider making 16th Street from D Avenue to Highland a one-way street to the east during the Christmas rush because of the heavy traffic in and out of the Post Office. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Harris, the recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR MORGAN stated there were patrolmen in the City Ts Police Department who are drawing the same wages as sergeants, sergeants who are drawing the same pay as lieutenants; it did not seem fair in view of the added responsibil ities. Mayor Morgan recommended it be turned over to the City Manager for study and recommendation. Moved by Harris, seconded by Reid, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to wit: Ayes: Colburn, Harris, Reid, Morgan. Nays: Hogue. MAYOR MORGAN stated the street bonds on the November 8th Ballot were desig- nated "GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS" and asked the City Attorney what the desig- nation meant and who would be affected. City Attorney McLean said General Obligation Bonds were certificates to the purchaser the City would repay the amount of the bonds; they would pledge the entire credit of the City through taxes levied on all property in the City until the bonds were retired; no real property in the City would escape payment on the bonds; the tax rate would have to generate enough revenue to pay the bonds. The City Clerk read a communication from JOHN ERRECA, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, written to the Mayor at the request of Governor Brown, outlining the Staters intention to construct RAMPS from and to the SAN DIEGO-CORONADO BRIDGE to serve the South Bay area at the earliest possible time although not in the initial phase. The mayor said he would continue working to obtain a ramp to the south. Councilman Harris commented we were where we were at the start. Councilman Hogue suggested writing to the State Legislators who okay the expenditure of monies rather than to the Governor. 10/4/66 32 The continued USE DISTRICT HEARING on the proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 962 (zoning ordinance) providing for establishment of FLOOD PLAIN CONTROLS in areas subject to flood and inundation was held at this time. City Attorney McLean inquired if each of the members of the Council had studied the reports of the State of California and the Army Corps of Engineers * in regard to the Sweetwater Valley flood control channel between the last meeting and tonight. Each councilman answered he had read the reports. There was no one present in this regard. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, the hearing be closed and referred to the proper authority for processing. Carried by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. a "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 962 OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, BY ADDING THERETO NEW SECTIONS 16.1, 16.2, and 16.3 ESTABLISHING FLOOD PLAIN ZONING CONTROLS," was presented for the first reading. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the first reading of the Ordin- ante be by title only. Carried by unanimous vote. The title was read. The HEARING ON RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 9206, for the 1911 Act Improvement of C Avenue, 20th Street, 21st Street, and alley, Assessment District No. 147, was held at this time. City Clerk Minogue announced she had the certificate of publication of the notice of the hearing and affidavits of mailing and posting and had received many protests (some of which were duplications) which were referred to the City Engineer. City Engineer Foster said the written protests totalled 47.46% of the entire area and 20% of the alley area. BETTY PLICHTA, 2115 National Avenue, was present and asked why she had been included in the assessment district; she was a long way from the streets being improved and would not benefit. DOROTHY COVEY, 1911 B Avenue, was present and inquired about the town hall meeting with Mr. Slatterlee which was changed from Thursday to Friday evening; she said she was doubtful of the 47.46% as everyone she talked to was against the improvement; she said they owned lots 3 and 4 and inquired if they had one vote or more. City Engineer Foster ex- plained the percentage was based on the property, not on the owners. DAVSD COVEY, 1911 B Avenue, was present and stated he understood joint owners of property were allowed only one vote but wanted to know if owning more than one piece of property entitled them to more than one vote. City Engineer Foster said this was so. Mrs. Covey inquired if Mrs. Coe, who owns two lots was counted as two votes. The City Clerk read the names of the persons who wrote protests and signed the petitions against the improvement and said she would read any and all of the letters if desired: Betty Plichta, 2115 Nation- al Avenue; Mr. and Mrs. William Vanderpool, 2131 C Avenue; Gladys (Denham) Seidenbecke-r; Mrs. Bette C. Tataronus, 2126 C Avenue; Mrs, Ruth E. Schmidt, 1827 C. Avenue; Jewel Morie, 2137 C Avenue; Alexandria McConkey, 1815 C Avenue; Mrs. Elizabeth M. Fulton, 1805 C. Avenue; Lois N (Martin) Taylor, corner of 21st and A Avenue; Henry J. and Helen E. Hying, 1905 C Avenue; Elizabeth Plichta, 2115 National Avenue; Harriet C. Coe, 2007 D Avenue; Dorothy Covey, 1911 B Avenue; Lizbeth A. Dodds, 390 San Miguel Drive, Chula Vista; David O. Covey, 1911 B Avenue; Russell E. and Virgie R. Babcock, 1889 National Avenue; Robert L. and Mary J. McCormick, 2015 D Avenue; M. H. and B. Hope Reckewey, 2107 C Avenue; Hilda E. Costello, 2107 B Avenue; Hubert L. and Nancy M. Canada, 1922 D Avenue; Leo R. and Helen J. LaBar, 2031 A Avenue; William M. and June L. Heath, 2138 C Avenue; Victoria F. Owens, 2015 C Avenue; Crawley and Evangeline Traweek, 2107 A Avenue; William G. Johnston, 1906 C Avenue; Mrs. Florence E. Benbow, 1916 C Avenue; Mrs. Margaret L. Higgins, 2040 D Avenue; Mrs. Stella R. Moes, 2020 D Avenue; Christine S. Pousson, 1940 D Avenue; John M. Wesley, 1929 D Avenue; Antonio Gimenez, 1923 D Avenue; Mrs. E. P. Jarrett, 421 East 20th Street, Mrs. D. J. Gardner, 1928 E Avenue; Helen Willard, 1925 E Avenue; Winifred Morgan, 2016 F Avenue; Sven Hoaglund, 2024 E Avenue; Mrs. Richard Asay, 2021 B Avenue; Mrs. Irma L. Reasoner, 2021 B Avenue; Louis and Helen DeBaca, 2030 A Avenue; G. H. Wicklund, 37 East 21st Street; John E. Pace, 2120 C Avenue; A. D. Olson, 2119 B Avenue; Mrs. Agnes Cox, 2113 C Avenue; Ernest J. White, 1906 D Avenue; Manuel Torres, 2112 C Avenue; Mrs. Mike- Lopez, 2130 C Avenue; James Palermo, 1909 C Avenue; James C. Malcolm, 1934 D Avenue; Christina L. Bowman, 119 East 21st Street; Lidia P. Torres, 2112 C Avenue; Merle Cox, 2113 C. Avenue; Manuel The Army Corps of Engineers Survey Report for Flood Control Sweetwater * River, San Diego County, California. San Diego County Flood Hazard Investigation, State of California Resources Agency Department of Water Resources. 10/4/66 33 Torres, 2112 C Avenue. R. E. BABCOCK, Hillcrest Manor, 1889 National Avenue, was present and said he was never approached to sign a petition for the im- provement; the petitioners were other than the present owners, and asked when the petitions were submitted. City Engineer Poster said the petitions were dated 1958 or 1959. Mr. Babcock asked who signed the petition for the alley; he did not see a petition for the alley when he looked at the records. City Engineer Foster said the alley was to be assessed only against the adjoining properties, not against the entire district. Mayor Morgan said there did not have to be a petition for 1911 improvements; the Council may initiate such an improvement. Mr. Babcock said the land has changed hands and the new owners should be considered; he thought the alley should be paved with asphalt rather than concrete because of the savings; also the alley has been improved since 1958, gravel has been brought in and the grade raised; the drainage was a different problem from what it was. Mrs. Milton McQueen, 2016 D Avenue, was present and said something should be said for the people who petitioned for the improvement in 1958; the cost had increased 75% since that time; there would have been fewer protests if the work had been done when petitioned; what was being protested tonight was the price not the improvement. Mrs. McQueen suggested the proposed apartment project now in escrow be included in the assessment to help share the cost as they would also benefit from the improvement. Mayor Morgan said in 1958-59 the property was not in escrow. Mrs. McQueen inquired about streets within the proposed apartment project. Mayor Morgan said the developer would construct private streets within the apartment area. Mrs. McQueen said future residents of the apartments will use the streets now under consideration to reach their apartments; the lines of the district should be changed to include the apart- ment area. ELI POUSSON, 1940 D Avenue, was present and said he did not think his assessment of $3500 was fair; 201 of his property would have to be con- demmed for the improvement; if he would deed this 201 strip, the cost of the assessment would be only $1,000. Councilman Harris asked if the land was vacant; Mr. Pousson said it was but he used it for parking. City Engineer Foster said the way the district was set up, everyone has given right-of- way, but this piece of property has not been dedicated; so when his assessment was computed, it included the cost of the improvement and the cost of the land. Mr. Pousson said he consulted an attorney who said they were offering only 1/3 of the value of the land, a 20 x 1151 piece. Councilman Harris asked if the attorney was an appraiser. Mr. Pousson said he was familiar with appraisals; he was told this project could be blocked if enough people would go in with him, sharing the lawyer's fee. Councilman Hogue asked if he had set a price on the land. Mr. Pousson stated $3.00 per square foot. Councilman Harris said giving streets to the City was not unusual; it happens in all sub -divisions. Mr. Pousson said if he gave his land, $500-$600 would be a fair price for his assessment. City Engineer Foster said the City now has all the right-of-way but this; how it was acquired he did not know. THEODORE P. TELKER, 1927 C Avenue, said he had 40' at 20th and C and the City would like 221 of it and he did not know what could be done with 18'. Mr. Telker also talked about his taxes paid over the years. MRS. E. P. JARRETT, 421 East 20th Street, was present and said she had only 491 frontage, with curbs and sidewalks installed, and her assessment was $559.50; her neighbor with 99*, no curbs and sidewalks, was assessed only $700; and in- quired why there was so little difference in cost. Mayor Morgan said side- walks and curbs could be installed for less than $3.00 per foot. Mrs. Jarret inquired about having her alley blacktopped. Mayor Morgan said he would he happy to help her. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, the hearing be closed and referred to proper authority. Carried by unanimous vote. The USE DISTRICT HEARING on the proposed ordinance regulating and controlling OUTDOOR ADVERTISING and SIGNS BORDERING FREEWAYS was held at this time. The City Clerk reported she had the certificate of publication of the notice of hearing. Director of Planning Stockman read the Planning Commission recom- mendation to approve the ordinance change. There was no one present in this 10/4/66 34 regard. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, the hearing be closed and referred to the proper authority. Carried by unanimous vote. The USE DISTRICT HEARING on the proposed ordinance change to allow the placing of OUTDOOR ADVERTISING SIGNS within the M-3 INDUSTRIAL ZONE ADVERTISING THE CITY IN GENERAL was held at this time. The City Clerk reported she had the certificate of publication of the notice of the hearing. Director of Planning Stockman read the Planning Commission's recommendation of approval. There was no one present in this regard. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the hearing be closed and referred to the proper authority. Carried by unanimous vote. JOE MINOGUE, 1105 East 4th Street, was present and expressed his apprec- iation to the Council. D. L. CROW, 1535 J Avenue (N.C. Police Sergeant) was present and stated in regard to the MERIT PAY SYSTEM the previous discussion made it appear sergeants were content to sit back and not go to school; he had no quarrel with the Merit System, but did have with its operation. Sgt. Cronk said he had only four years to go until retirement and he would have to go to school for the next four years to earn a 10% Merit raise. MRS. DOROTHY COVEY, 1911 B Avenue, stated years of experience in police work should count for something; National City had a fine Police Department. Mrs. Covey said she was still waiting to find out about the meeting on urban re- development re -scheduled for Friday night. City Manager Osburn said he re- ceived a communication from Mr. Slatterlee he would not be able to be here October 6th, but would be able to be here October 7th; and if the Council so desired, he would inform him we would meet October 7th at 7:30 p.m. Mrs. Covey said notices were sent out; it was unfair to hold the meeting on Friday night when few people would be able to come; there would be people turning up on Thursday night. Mrs. Covey said she heard only written questions would be answered at the meeting and asked if it were true; also she wanted the Council to look hard at what happens to taxes under urban renewal when the property was developed and sold; under urban renewal you can buy property back, but did anyone know what it would cost; the improvements should be made with local funds. Councilman Harris said he made the motion to invite Mr. Slatterlee to come to talk to us but he never mentioned urban renewal; what he said was urban re -development. JOHN GROW, 35 East 5th Street, was present and asked how many years the street improvement bond on the November 8th Ballot would continue. Mayor Morgan said it would be 25 years. BARNEY MELILLO, 105 Laurel Street was present and said Louie Camacho asked him to request the fee be waived for the use of the Community Building for the QUARTERBACK CLUB DANCE. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Harris, the fee be waived. Vice Mayor Colburn asked if there was a report on the waiver of fees. City Manager Osburn said unless a project was beneficial to the community as a whole the fee could not be waived. Vice Mayor Colburn said he thought we were going to come up with more concrete set of rules on what was beneficial to the City; the Quarterback Club was beneficial only to boys in high school who compete in sports; almost any fund raising dance could be called beneficial to the City; he thought the report would be considered a little stronger and rules set up before more fees were waived. Councilman Reid asked if the build- ing was available at the time desired. City Manager Osburn said he had no report on this. Vice Mayor Colburn said there should be some system whereby the books of organizations using the Community Building on a no -fee basis could be audited to determine the benefit to the City. Councilman Hogue said since this is a public facility it should be left to the discretion of the Council. Councilman Reid asked if the City furnished custodial services. City Manager Osburn said the City set up the room for them and cleaned it. Mayor Morgan said he would like Councilman Harris, Vice Mayor Colburn, and the City Manager 10/4/66 35 to look into this and report. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Harris, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. Abstaining: Colburn. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Harris, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. BARNEY MELILLO, 105 Laurel Street, said he attended the PASS THE BOND COMMIT- TEE meeting Last week and debated whether to work for the bonds or not; after the hearing on the 1911 Act improvement tonight he decided to join the group called "Stop the Bond Committee" (Chairman John Grobe); in their opinion the bonds were not in the best interest of the people; few would profit at the expense of all the people; they were aware of the need of street improvements but felt the bonds were not the way to do it. Mr. Melillo said he was author- ized by the Committee to request the use of the Community Building or Library Conference Room for a "Stop the Bond" Committee Meeting on a no -fee basis. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the request be granted. Carried by unanimous vote. DR. GEORGE PARCHEN, 101 East 18th Street, was present and commended the Council for their favorable action on Mr. Melillo's request. Dr. Parchen said he appreciated side advertising and would take the same advantage. Dr. Parchen continued Mr. Grobe wrote an argument against the street bonds stating roads would be put in at no cost to the property owners adjoining; this was not true; the property owners would be assessed and would probably pay at a higher rate than most. BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE were presented: General Fund Traffic Safety Park Retirement Trust and Agency Sewer Civic Center TOTAL $12,843.40 7,242.60 2,072.19 5,657.12 25.00 1,413.13 126.05 $29,379.99 Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the bills be paid and warrants ordered drawn for same. Councilman Reid said he would like to see the $500 bill for legal fees in connection with a 1911 Act deleted. Mayor Morgan said he would like that $500 bill deleted from the present bills and further study made. Motion and second withdrawn. Moved by Reid, seconded by Morgan, the bilis be approved and warrants ordered drawn for same with the exception the $500 bill for legal fees on 1911 Acts be deleted for study and further information until the next warrant register. Councilman Hogue asked what they were talking about. Councilman Reid said there was some doubt in his mind in regard to a bill for service on 1911 Acts by the former City Attorney and he would like more information before voting to pay it. Motion carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Harris, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. CARL WELSBACKER, 1005 East 16th Street, was present and asked why $500 was needed for study on 1911 Acts. Councilman Reid said it was not for study; a bill was submitted by the former City Attorney and the dates of the com- pleted 1911 Acts were after the present City Attorney took office; it was something that had to be checked. Mr. Welsbacker asked the difference between urban renewal and urban re -development. (Vice Mayor Colburn left the Council Chambers.) PAYROLL AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE in the amount of $65,832.54 was presented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Harris, the payroll be approved and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Harris, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. Absent: Colburn. 10/4/66 36 THE CITY MANAGER'S REPORT in regard to the number of full time EMPLOYEES NOT UNDER CIVIL SERVICE was presented. (Vice Mayor Colburn returned and took his place at the meeting..)jMayor Morgan recommended the report be filed. Moved by Harris, seconded by Colburn, the report be filed. Councilman Hogue said he thought everyone should be included in Civil Service. Vice Mayor Colburn said the City Manager and City Attorney should not be under Civil Service, their status was a little different. Motion carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR MORGAN called a recess. The meeting recessed at 9:50 p.m. MAYOR MORGAN called the meeting back to order at 10:00 p.m. Council members present: Colburn, Harris, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Council members absent: None. THE CITY MANAGER'S REPORT in regard to PROJECTOR FOR USE IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS was presented. Mayor Morgan recommended it be referred to Councilman Harris. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. THE CITY MANAGER'S REPORT in regard to conflict of Council meeting and League of California Cities meeting on October 18th was presented. Moved by Harris, seconded by Hogue, the Council meeting for October 18th be cancelled. Carried by unanimous vote. A communication from Howard Gardner, Associate Director, League of California Cities, in regard to SAFETY CONTEST co -sponsored with State Compensation Insurance Fund was presented. City Manager Osburn said the City had entered the contest already. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. MINUTES OF THE PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD meeting of September 14th were presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, they be approved and filed. Carried by unanimous vote. A communication from JOSEPH RINDONE, JR., District Superintendent, Sweet- water Union High School District, in regard to CONCLUSION OF WELDING CLASS scheduled in evening hours was read. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. The request of the NATIONAL CITY SWIM CLUB BOOSTERS for no -fee use of Kimball Community Building (Main Hall) October 15th for the ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET was presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the request be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. A communication from Richard Nevins, Member State Board of Equalization, requesting the Council to oppose PROPOSITION 3 was presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, it be filed. Councilman Hogue said the man had a good point; if passed, open land areas would be taxed less than other lands. Councilman Harris said there were two sides to the question, and suggested it be referred to the Legislative Committee of the Chamber of Commerce. Included in motion and second. Vice Mayor Colburn said the Council should not go on record in things that did not pertain to the City. Amended motion carried by unanimous vote. A communication from William E. Teufer, U.S.N. Auxiliary Air Station, Ream Field, in appreciation for utilization of NATIONAL CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT'S TRAINING GROUND and DRAFTING FACILITIES was presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. A communication from Stan Nichols, MERCY AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC., giving notice of temporary withdrawal from Police emergency calls and Police Chief Cagle's report BAY CITIES AMBULANCE will assume full time requests were presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. EARL CRAWFORD, 1104 Roosevelt Avenue, was present and stated as of three days ago Stan Nichols was no longer connected with Mercy Ambulance Service. 10/4/66 37 A request from FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST for assignment of new locations for free literature distribution boxes in the Park and at 24th and National was presented. Moved by Harris, seconded by Colburn, it be granted. City Manager Osburn said they had two boxes in the past, one was removed during the construction of the Civic Center, the other was removed when Acme Chevrolet's building was under construction. Councilman Hogue asked if the City Manager was in agreement with the requested locations. City Manager Coburn said he would like to help them with the locations. Moved by Hogue, the motion be amended to include it be turned over to the City Manager and he help them locate suitable spots and bring back a report. Councilman Harris said there was no reason for a report. Moved by Harris, seconded by Colburn, the motion be amended to include the City Manager get together with these people and okay the locations. Carried by unanimous vote. A communication from City Manager Osburn in regard to rate of Assessment at 2733 East 16th Street (1911 Act improvement of 16th Street and Lanoitan Avenue) was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the City Manager's recom- mendation be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wits Ayes, Colburn, Harris, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. A communication from the LIBRARY BOARD OP TRUSTEES suggesting the new wing of the Library be named in honor of Mrs. Ellen Raeder, Librarian, was presented. Moved by Harris, seconded by Colburn, the recommendation be approved. Vice Mayor Colburn said the suggested plaque and wording could be included at this time but from the City Manager's office and the wording be voted on at a later date. Included in motion and second. Councilman Reid said he would name the whole library for her; if the bonds did not pass, this Council would not be here to name the wing, City Manager Osburn said the Council could not act for any future Council; he suggested the plaque be obtained and get the date of dedication. Motion carried by unanimous vote. A request of the NATIONAL CITY JAYCEES for no -fee use of the Community Building for the "MISS JUNION MISS" CONTEST on October 26th and 29th was pre- sented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, it be approved. Councilman Harris said they should have a meeting soon to determine uses of the building on a no -fee basis. Vice Mayor Colburn said this was why he questioned fund raising more than community eventsif the Quarterback Club was holding an event of some kind, he would not question it. Motion carried by unanimous vote. A communication from Leonard E. Teyssier, President, Atonic Investments, Inc., in regard to Sweetwater Valley Quarter Section 151, Westerly portions of Lots 13,. 14 and 15 - Derr proposed fill areas was presented. City Manager Osburn said this should be handled by the City Engineer and City Attorney. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, it be turned over to the City Engineer and City Attorney. Carried by unanimous vote. The request of MONITOR NINERS CB CLUB TEAM for no -fee use of the Community Building on October 12th for a program to aid the Indians on the Santa Ysbel and Pala Reservations was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, it be granted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Harris, Hogue, Reid, Morgan. Nays: None. Abstaining: Colburn. The request of the NATIONAL CITY JAYCEES for a no -fee permit for a TEEN DANCE on October 22nd at Sweetwater Roller Rink, a report of Acting Police Chief Owen and recommendations of Police Chief Cagle and City Manager Coburn the dance not be held at this time were presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, they be filed. Carried by unanimous vote. 10/4/66 38 The request of the Chamber of Commerce that angle parking be provided on one side of the street and parallel parking opposite on A, B, C, E, F, and G Avenues between 7th and 9th Streets was presented. Moved by Harris, seconded by Colburn, it be referred to the Traffic Safety Committee. Councilman Reid recommended the Pire Chief, Police Chief and City Manager be called in on this. Councilman Hogue said the Chief of Police thought diagonal parking was unsafe. Vice Mayor Colburn said the Chief of Police was basing his opinion on national averages; diagonal parking in the downtown area might eliminate the need for expensive parking districts; he thought any danger might be eliminated by creating one may streets. The Vice Mayor said he had maps, preliminary drawings made by the Planning Department, showing how the one way streets could be created; the Chamber of Commerce was also interested in this; and suggested a follow-up committee be created to work behind the Traffic Safety Committee and plan the parking for the downtown area, including the Chamber's requests, and the motion just made. Included in motion and second. Councilman Harris said diagonal parking was established on a trial basis on A Avenue; the Police Chief was on record as opposing this type of parking; but these requests are valid; there was not so much traffic that it would be hazardous, but he believed, however, the recommendation should come directly from the Traffic Safety Committee. Mayor Morgan suggested the Traffic Safety Committee invite the Vice Mayor to the next meeting to display and explain his maps. Vice Mayor Colburn said he would discuss the matter with the Chief of Police before presenting it to the Traffic Safety Committee. Moved by Hogue, the motion be amended to include the Fire Chief be invited to the meeting with the Vice Mayor. Director of Planning Stockman said a copy of the map was referred to the Pire Chief. Motion carried by unanimous vote. The report of DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND HORSING BIGGS in regard to the ELEVATOR EMERGENCY ALARM SYSTEM was presented. City Manager Osburn said the existing alarm system sounds on the main floor of the Civic Center; after hours when no one is there, it would not be heard; the report outlined the costs of a system which would ring in the Police Dispatcher's office where there is always someone on duty. Mayor Morgan suggested it be considered at the next Finance Committee meeting. Vice Mayor Colburn inquired if the present system could have wires run to the Police Dispatcher. City Manager Osburn said the report was what Elser Elevator suggested. Moved by Harris, seconded by Colburn. the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Vice Mayor Colburn asked if the City Manager could look into the cost of extending the present system in the mean- time. Included in motion and second. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN requested clarification on the date for the town hall meeting with Mr. Slatterlee and asked if the Council desired to have the meetinc Friday, October 7th, at 7:30 p.m. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, Mr. Slatterlee be informed we would meet at 7:30 Friday night. Councilman Harris said he would prefer to have the meeting at a later date; too many people had previous commitnloot for Friday night and would not be able to attend on such short notice; it was desirable to have a large attendance. City Manager Osburn suggested Mr. Slatterlee be asked to come to National City on a Wednes.. day or Thursday in late October or early November, after Navy Days. Motion failed by the following vote, to -wit; Ayes; Hogue, Reid, Nays: Colburn, Harris, Morgan. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, it be referred to the City Manager. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported he received a copy of a Navy magazine which featured National City's "Salute to Navy Week." CITY MANAGER OSBURN said Dr. Parchen, the Mayor, and he were appointed to the New Business Development Committee; the Committee met on September 30; and read the recommendation of the Committee the Council re -affirm their position to promote an orderly development on City owned lands to the highest and best use, and a reduction in market value be considered only when there was firm assurance of large employment or development beyond the ordinary and additional revenue would accrue to the City. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Harris, it be 10/4/66 3g filed. Vice Mayor Colburn said the letter requested the Council re -affirm the position in regard to development on City owned lands. Motion and second were withdrawn. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Reid, the Council go on record to re -affirm the policy referred to in the letter just read. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN read his recommendation that the job title for Mrs. Bussey be changed from Purchasing Assistant to Assistant Purchasing Agent as she had taken over additional duties, but there be no additional monetary compensation. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, a copy of the recommendation be sent to the Civil Service Commission and the Council encourage them to bring back a report to change the title from Purchasing Assistant to Assistant Purchasing Agent. Motion failed by the following vote, to -wit; Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Nays: Harris, Reid, Morgan. Moved by Harris, seconded by Reid, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Vice Mayor Colburn said the Civil Service Commission might not be aware of the additional duties and should have the opportunity to review it. Councilman Hogue said if the information the City Manager just read was given to the Commission he was sure they would concur; it was common courtesy to refer it back to them. Councilman Reid said there was no new title involved at all; she had the title for years. Vice Mayor Colburn stated the Commission might have some reason for thinking she did not deserve the title change; there was no hurry; the Council could over -ride the Commission's decision later, if necessary. Motion failed, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Reid, Morgans Nays: Colburn, Hogue. Abstaining: Harris. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, it be referred back to the Civil Service Commission. Councilman Hogue asked the City Manager if he had given the facts to the Civil Service Commission. City Manager Osburn said he had not; the City Manager was designated as Purchasing Agent; when Mr. Hess was here, he had Mr. Osburn appointed Purchasing Agent; and while he was breaking in Mr. Huffaker and Mr. Linn, Mrs. Bussey had assumed more responsibility. Councilman Harris said he was not in favor of by-passing committees; there was no great hurry. Motion carried, by the following vote, to -wit; Ayes: Colburn, Harris, Hogue, Morgan. Nays: Reid. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported there was an offer to sell the City a portion of right-of-way for 24th Street for the amount of $8,000.00. The City Manager recommended the City Manager and the City Attorney be authorized to open escrow. Moved by Harris, seconded by Hogue, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN presented the minutes of the SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported he gave each member of the Council a copy of a report from Mr. Biggs relating to SIGNS for the CIVIC CENTER, estimated cost $1,180; and recommended the report be studied and put on the Agenda for next week, Moved by Reid, seconded by Harris, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY CLERK MINOGUE presented the galley proof of the BOND MEASURES for the November 8th Ballot for information. CITY CLERK MINOGUE presented a request for clarification of the Council action of July 26th to file the Civil Service Commission minutes of July 20th and asked if the order to file implied approval of their recommendation pre- employment medical examination be paid temporary employees. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, temporary employees pay for their own pre -employment medical examinations. Carried by unanimous vote. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read the Planning Commission's recommendation favorable consideration be given to ZONE CHANGE NO. C-33 to provide for LIMITED WHOLESALE USAGE within the C-3-B, General Commercial Zone north of 4th Street on both sides of Highland Avenue. The Director of Planning 10/4/66 recommended a public hearing be set for November 1st if the Council was in accord with the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Harris, the Director of Planning's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN suggested the Planning Commission's recommendation in regard to the Limited Commercial Planned Development Permit requested by HUMBLE OIL COMPANY at the northwest corner of Euclid Avenue and Plaza Boule- vard be placed on the Agenda for the next meeting and the developer meet with the City Manager and Director of Planning. Moved by Harris, seconded by Colburn, the Director of Planning's recommendation be approved. Councilman Reid asked how long the permit would be valid. City Manager said it would be included in the report. Councilman Hogue stated some cities have become alarmed at the number of filling stations; prize corners were gone; and were considering limiting the number of filling stations. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Vice Mayor Colburn said the large companies do not consider the individual station operator; he hoped the Planner would check around and see what other cities were doing. Director of Planning Stockman said it would be a good question to ask at round table discussions during the League of California Cities Conference. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read her report on the alleged zoning violation at 2124 East 22nd Street (as reported by Mr. Maving) and said the situation had been corrected. Moved by Harris, seconded by Reid, the report be accepted. Carried by unanimous vote. PROCLAMATION OF FIRE PREVENTION WEEK October 9 - 15, 1966, was read. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the proclamation be approved. Carried by un- animous vote. A communication from Ernest L. Mellor, Manager, Berge -Roberts Mortuary, to Mayor Morgan in appreciation for cooperation, friendship and thoughtfulness on behalf of Mrs. Cecil Allen and family during their recent bereavement was read. COUNCILMAN HARRIS said when he voted on the Civil Service motion the light on the board indicated he was abstaining; actually he voted "no"; and said he would like to have it changed. Councilman Harris demonstrated his vote control was not working. Councilman Hogue said a vote should be changed only before the next item of business was presented. Moved by Harris, seconded by Hogue, the meeting be closed. Carried by un- animous vote. The meeting closed at 11:00 p.m. ATTEST: MAYOR, CITY OF ; 'r r AL CITY CALI'••NIA 10/4/66