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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1965 12-14 CC MIN42 MINUTES pP THE REGULAR MEETING OP TH3 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIPORNIA .bbCEMBER 14, 1965 The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Gautereaux at 7:30 p.m. Council members present: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Council members absent: None ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS PRESENT: Carstens, Huffaker, Minogue, Associate Civil Engineer Newberry, Osburn, Stockman. The Meeting was opened with salute to the Flag led by City Manager Osburn, followed with invocation by Councilman Morgan. MOVED BY ALLEN, seconded by Colburn, the minutes of the regular meeting of December 7th be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX presented a certificate from the State of California Department of Education to Edward J. Hawken, Principal, Sweetwater Evening Adult School and Leslie Hess, National City Fire Department, for their work with Civil Defense training. RESOLUTION NO. , resolution granting zone variance pursuant to Ordinance No. 962 (Happy Hollow Trailer Park), was presented. Moved by Alien, seconded by Colburn, the reading of the resolution be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. 9034, "RESOLUTION GRANTING ZONE VARIANCE PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 962 (Happy Hollow Trailer Park)." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the Resolution be adopted. Carried,'_by.the follow- ing vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO. , resolution declaring withdrawal of certain portions of Lower Sweetwater Local Fire District (Morrison and Richardson Annexa- tions), 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. 9035, "RESOLUTION DECLARING WITHDRAWAL OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OR LOWER SWEETWATER LOCAL FIRE DISTRICT (Morrison and Richardson Annexa- tions)." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the Resolp•t•igq..beadopted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS presented two resolutions in regard to the con. struction of a sanitary sewer system in the Lincoln Acres area under a 1911 Act District (City of National City, Spring Valley Sanitation District, and an unincorporated area of the County of San Diego). The City Attorney said there have been many appearances before the Council and the people appearing were advised there could be no official action until official notice was received from the County; the County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution requesting consent for the inclusion of a portion of the City of National City within the Assessment District, and sent the City proposed resolutions, one consenting to the inclusion of a portion of the City and a proposed resolution of intention. The City Attorney said adoption of the two resolutions was a prerequisite; before the County could proceed they needed National City's consent to the work and the District. Mayor Gautereeaux said the Council had an obligation to the people in these annexed areas and asked if the Council should analyze what they would like to work out with these people before or after the resolutions were adopted. City Attorney Carstens said there was provision in the Code the City could contribute a portion in this type of situation, but the provision gave no guide as to when it might be; he would assume it could come at any 12/14/65 43 t.me,prior to the time the assessment was actually levied. Councilman Hogue Said, with an election coming up, before the two resolutions were adopted the Council should first adopt a resolution indicating the Council's intention to contribute to the cost; some idea of the cost would have to be obtained and it would be helpful to have a guideline to the percentage that might be considered. Mayor Gautereaux said until there was an estimated cost there was no way of determining how much could be considered and asked Associate Civil Engineer Newberry if there was a tentative cost. Mr. Newberry said there was a tentative cost for construction but not for acquisition of right-of-way. Mayor Gautereaux recommended prior to adoption of the resolution a motion be instituted to authorize the City Manager and City Engineer to proceed relative to these costs and to try to make a determination what the cost would be to the people. Tice'Mayor Alien stated if the resolution was passed, it would only let the County know the City was interested; public hearings would be held; estimates would be given; and then it could be decided how much financial aid could be given. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Alien, the reading of the resolution be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Councilman Hogue said the Council should approve the Mayor's suggestion before adopting the resolution and the City Manager should work with a group of citizens to determine a reason- able contribution from the City. Motion and second were withdrawn. Vice Mayor Allen said if the resolution was not adopted, nothing would be done. Moved by Morgan, the City Manager be authorized to study the problem and the cost and what the City could support and it be on the Agenda next week. Motion died for lack of second. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Morgan, in lieu of adopting the resolution, the City Manager be instructed to contact the people of the area and work with them to determine the City's participation at the time the figures__ were made available. `Tice Mayor Allen said there was no way of getting figures from anyone until the resolution+.peg wdoptr,d. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Alien, seconded by Hogue, the reading of the resolution be waived, and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. RESOLUTION SCC 90367 -pEEOL ?CN .CONSENTING-T© THE 1NCi.USICN C'OF-A-PORTION OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY WITHIN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT (Re: Construction of a Sanitary Sewer System in Lincoln Acres area, in the City of National City, Spring galley Sanitation District and in the Unincorporated Area of the County of San Diego, Area No. 180)." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS said the second resolution was a joint resolution authorizing the County to act on behalf of the District; it would make the County the City's Agent. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the reading of the resolution be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO. ".037, "gl JOINT RESOLUTION TN THE MATTER CP DETERMINING AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC NECESSITY OF ACQUIRING RIGHTS -OF -WAY FOR PUBLIC SEWER PIPELINES AND APPURTENANCES AND ALL STRUCTURES INCIDENTAL THERETO, LOCATED IN THE LINCOLN ACRES AREA OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, AND AUTHORIZING THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY COUNSEL TO INSTITUTE CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS TO ACQUIRE SAID RIGHTS -OF -WAY." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen, the Resolution be adoEted. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated in regard to the application for rein- statement from leave of absence by Lt. Cracolici, on reviewing the Civil Service Ordinance and Rules he could not find any way for the Council to act; he discussed it with Chairman McGrath, Civil Service Commission, and they were both of the opinion it was at the discretion of the appointing authority. Mayor Gautereaux said when the leave 12/14/65 44 was granted the ordinance was Specific in giving the Council the dis- cretion of granting the leave, and if this was the case would the Council also not have the right to reinstate. City Attorney Carstens said the leave ways granted by the City Manager under Civil Service Rule 10.3; leave in excess of one year had been requested and his advice to the Council was they had no right to grant additional leave over one year; and the Council took no action. Mayor Gautereaux said the Council could properly recommened the City Manager do everything within his power to find a place to reinstate Lt. Cracolici if there was a need. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Councilman Morgan said too much authority was given to the City Manager; this should be in the hands of the City Council. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS said he had two items pertaining to pending litigation and recommended they be handled in executive session. The City Attorney said an attorney representing one of the parties involved was present and he might want to make a presentation before the Council either in Oral Communications or in executive session. Mayor Gautereaux stated the executive session would be held at the completion of the Agenda and principals were invited to be in attendance. COUNCILMAN COLBURN requested the Council's support in authorizing the City Manager's office to prepare.a resolution thanking Miss Dorothea Pargoff for representing National City in the Junior.,.Miss Contest and encouraging her to continue bringing National City to the attention of those who will hear about this event. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the City Manager prepare this resolution. slice Mayor Allen said Miss Pargoff was the second 'President of Les Shons which he sponsored and also was the winner of the MYRA Award about a year and a half ago. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNCILMAN COL3URN stated in regard to the closing of Olivewood Housing the date should have been the last of July based on the budget and the fact that families in Housing have school children who might have to transfer and the school district'd budget was set. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the date for the closing of Olivewood Housinc be changed to July 30th for giving notices to vacate the final available houses. Vice Mayor Allen said when Councilman Morgan made the motion last week to have housing abated by the first of April he commented most of the Council promised Housing would be gone before the end of their term of office, and he could not see any difference between the people who would be displaced in the last phase and the people who would be displaced January 15th. Vice Mayor Allen said he drove through Housing between D and Highland and it looked as though half the houses were not occupied. Councilman Morgan said there were 91 vacancies and he thought March 15th was set to notify the people and he could see no reason why it should not be done at that time. Council- man Hogue said, as a school teacher, he supported the motion; children who had to transfer to another school district might be seriously affected. Councilman Morgan said he talked to the School District, and they were happy the houses were going; it would help them work out their budget knowing how many teachers would be needed next year; the next Council might not see fit to raze Housing. Councilman Colburn said if the Council votes to do it by July 30th it would be accomplished; his promise was to phase out in orderly fashion, and there was nothing orderly about causing school children to be moved during the school term. Motion carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Alien, Morgan. CITY MANAGER OSBURN read a letter enclosed in a Christmas card addressed to Councilman Morgan from the Manager of the Euclid,Iliinois,Pony League Baseball Team. 12/14/65 45 MAYOR GAUTEREAUX presented a Proclamation of Existence of Disaster for the period beginning at 12:01 a.m., December 8, 1S65,and recommended it be approved. Moved by Allen, seconded by Morgan, the Proclamation be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. E. L. 'JALOIS, Commander, Kenneth L. Blanchard Post 255, American Legion, Isse present and outlined their nation-wide program to combat the anti - Viet Nam and anti -draft movements by "Operation Show Your Colors" (citizens would be asked to wear American Flag lapel pin and carry a card indicating their support of our servicemen's efforts). Mr. Valois requested the Mayor proclaim support of this program. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the Proclamation be adopted. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. Mr. Valois distributed pins and cards to all present. MRS. J. R. 'MIGHT, 1431 L Avenue, was present and asked what action the City Manager, City Engineer, and the Director of Planning had taken to open L, M, or N Streets. Mayor Gautereaux suggested she contact the department heads during working hours for the information. City Manager Osburn said ownerships on "N" Avenue were being checked to learn who owns the property from 8th Street to 30th and how the property owners feel about dedication of the street. Mrs. :might asked if it would be possible to clear up one small portion at a time instead of the whole amount at once; she would like to get hers cleared up. Director of Planning Stockman said the project could rot be accomplished "piece -meal", it had to be done at one time. Mayor Gautereaux said until the report from the City Manager, City Engineer, and Director of Planning was finished there was no way of determining when the project could begin. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported in regard to the survey of the Retirement System requested by the Firemen's Relief Association and Police Relief Association. The City Manager said he talked to the representatives and they were interested in one clause (21264) only, and the cost of adding this section to the Retirement plan; the clause allowed a widow of a member of either of these two departments to benefit in the event of the member's death. The City Manager said the cost of the actuarial survey would be based on clerical hours involved (approxi- mately $200.00 to $300.00), and recommended the survey be made and the cost paid by the Fire and Police Relief Associations. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue, the' City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported the holes in the street at 18th and D were caused by run-off water from the school lawn. The City Manager said the problem could be solved temporarily by the installation of a 4:" pipe under the street and the street surfaced with asphalt; the project would cost $800.00 to $1,000.00. The City Manager said 18th Street will be improved and it was hoped no more than this amount would be spent now. 'Dice Mayor Alien stated without the dips in the road it would be more difficult for school children to cross the street; the bumps in the road slow down traffic. Councilman Colburn asked the City Manager if it would be possible to leave the dip on either the north or the south of the intersection to slow the traffic. The City Manager said it could be done either way. Councilman Colburn asked if the 4" pipe would take care of all the water, or would it relieve only the water that is causing the deterioration of the asphalt. The City Manager said it would relieve a light load but it would not take care of heavy rains. Mayor Gautereaux said he felt this problem should be solved. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the Council authorize the City Manager to go ahead with this project. Carried, by the follow- ing vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Alien. 12/14/65 46 A COMMUNICATIONd PROM TH✓' CITY OF SL CAJOII enclosing their resolution requesting the County Board of Supervisors to establish a crime labora- tory was presented. Mayor Gautereaux said this item was brought before the Board of Directors of the League of California Cities, it was a project badly needed in the County of San Diego; the Board of Directors went on record supporting the resolution and he recommended the Council adopt a similar resolution. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION FROM THE MANAGER, CHANBER OF COMMERCE, requesting installation of directional signs to the Chamber office was presented. City Manager Osburn stated such signs have been installed before. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the request be granted. Carried by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION FROM PROGRAM DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY OE "ELOWIINT AND INFOR- MATION CENTER, inviting the City Council to a fund raising dance, December 11, Lark Hall, Catholic University was presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Morgan, communication be filed with the City Manager. Vice Mayor Allen said the first paragraph of the letter was a request for the City to participate. Councilman Hogue said he believed the Council tabled action until the Committee appeared before the Council. Mayor Gautereaux said it was not appropriate the matter be handled through this communication. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Allen. THE MINUTES OF THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES' meeting of December 1st were presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION FROM THE STAR -NEWS in regard to a "Souvenir Edition" Commemorating the opening of the new Paradise Valley Hospital was presented. Mayor Gautereaux recommended the City participate in this project offering congratulations to Paradise Valley Hospital by purchasing a page in the newspaper. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Alien, the Mayor's recommendation,be approved. Councilman Morgan said the cost of the ad should be donated to the hospital or the $275.00 spent for the planting of trees in front of the hospital. Councilman Colburn said this could set a precedent; he concurred the development is one of the City's most outstanding, and should be commended, but he favored commending them by resolution; not by an advertisement; it was not necessary to advertise the City locally. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hogue, Gautereaux. Nays: Colburn, Morgan. A COMMUNICATION FROM THE PRESIDENT, WESTERN PACIFIC RAILROAD, in regard to the proposed merger of Rock Island Railroad was presented. Mayor Gautereaux recommended the Council ask the City Manager to look into this merger to see if there are any danger signs -the Council should be made aware of. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue, the Mayor's recommendation be approved. Vice Mayer Allen stated a similar situation had come before the Council and suggested representatives of the rail- roads involved be invited to make a presentation using maps, etc. Mayor Gautereaux suggested it also be referred to the Chamber of Commerce. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue the Mayor's recommendation be included in the motion. Carried by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION FROM J. DEKEMA, District Engineer, Division of Highways, enclosing Chapter 1019 of the 1965 statutes was presented. Ordered filed in the City Manager's office by unanimous vote. A COMMUNICATION FROM ED T. MALONEY in regard to traffic count at 10th. and Highland and requesting a recommendation from the Traffic Safety Committee was presented. Moved by Allen, seconded by Morgan, Mr., Maloney's request be granted, Carried by unanimous vote. 12/14/65 47 A COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAUDE ERWIN FOUNDATION FOR CATS, INC. requesting they be on the Agenda was presented. Director of Planning Stockman stated Ordinance 891 prohibits keeping of more than three cats on any tract of land; keeping of animals in excess of the limit shall be permissable pro- vided a written permit is obtained from the Planning Commission and the Health Department of the City. Mrs. Stockman said the Planning Commission granted a temporary 4-month permit to the cat foundation because of flood- ing conditions in the Sweetwater Valley, to enable them to look for a permanent location. The Director of Planning said it was her understanding such a foundation coming into the City would have to have approval to operate. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the letter be filed. Mrs. Elizabeth Bishop, 4108 Madison, San Diego (Treasurer, Maude Erwin Founda- tion) was present and stated she wanted approval for the temporary quarters. Moved by Morban, seconded by Hogue, the motion include the City Manager or the City Clerk get a report from the City Treasurer on how this fits in with Ordinance. Mayor Gautereaux suggested Mrs. Bishop return on December 28 and the item be on the Agenda. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue the Mayor►s;_recommendatian be included in the motion. The Mayor asked if they were going to solicit funds in National City. Mrs. Bishop said work was strictly voluntary, and donations would not necessarily be solicited in National City, they could get them somewhere else; they were mainly interested in finding a permanent location. Motion carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of escrow papers(sale of land to Stanley Dodge)and recommended the title insurance and escrow statement be filed; the deed of trust be held by the City Clerk; and the check, in the amount $227.00, be deposited by the City Treasurer. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Allen the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of a notice of meetings of the San Diego County Water Authority. Ordered filed with the City Manager by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported receipt of the Minutes of the San Diego County Water Authority regular meeting of November llth and adjourned meeting of November 12th. Ordered filed with the City Manager by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported there was a drainage problem west of National Avenue in regard to car storage; the cars were nearly flooded and he gave permission to move the cars to city -owned land behind Webster Pontiac. The City Manager requested ratification of this action. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Morgan, the request be; -granted. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported a petition was received for the Council ; initiate proceedings to secure property for road purposes for "C" Avenue between 24th Street and 26th Street. The City Manager said the parcel is in escrow (Contanina) and will close January 2nd. Vice Mayor Allen;s?id h, did not think anything could be done but file the petition. Moved,by Morgan, seconded by Hogue, the City Manager send a copy of the petition td the owners. Mayor Gautereaux suggested a letter of explanation be sent with the copy. Included in motion and seconded. Carried by unanimous +e.. CITY MANAGER OSBURN reported the Street Department had a ditch digger (1948 model) which has not been used for four or five year's; the estimate for putting it into operating condition in 1958 was in excess of $3,000.00. The City Manager said the City of Ensenada made inquiries about the machine if the Council was in accord, he would recommend selling the machine to Ensenada for $10.00. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the City Managet< recommendation be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. CITY CLERK MINOGUE stated an additional employee was needed in her office, and requested (under Civil Service Rules 14.2 and 6.7) the position of "Junior Clerk-Tyoist,* Salary Range 13, be established by ordinance and Cathy Brannon be appointed to the position until a list is established 12/14/65 48 and certification made therefrom and that Miss Brannon's present temporary appointment be extended 37 days or however long necessary to cover the period until the ordinance becomes effective. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the City Clerk's request be granted. Vice Mayor Allen asked if the City Manager had a recommendation. City Manager Osburn said he was in agreement with the need. Motion carried by unanimous vote. ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER NEWBERRY reported work on Prospect Street, the sewer extension on 24th Street, and the Wilson Avenue storm drain were at a standstill because of the rain. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read the Planning Commission's December 13th recommendation to approve the closing of the alley running north and south between Roosevelt and Hoover and between 20th and 21st Streets, subject to easements being granted to Pacific Telephone and Telegraph„ Company, and the San Diego Gas and Electric Company. Mrs. Stockman said, if the Council was in accord, she would recommend it be approved and referred to the City Attorney for a resolution and setting of hearings. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the Director of Planning's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read the Planning Commission's December 13th recommendation the Fraternal Order of Eagles be granted a 6 month extension to commence construction at their 3120 Sweetwater Road site, subject to the property owner filing a covenant running with the land holding the City harmless of any damages due to inundation. Mrs. Stockman recommended it be referred to the City Attorney for the necessary reso- lution. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the Planning Commission's and Director of Planning's recommendation be approved. Carried lay unani- mous vote. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read the Planning Commission's December 13th recommendation a Special Use Permit be granted to Doyle A. Maccree and Claude J. Castonguay of Coastal Rigging and Fibre -glassing at 1936 McKinley for the operation of a Boat Yard subject to ten stipulations. Mrs. Stockman recommended,.if the Council was in accord, it be referred to the City Attorney for the necessary resolution. Moved by Hogue, seconded !y Colburn, the recommendation of the Planning Commission and Director of Planning be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN reported the condition of Paradise Road running easterly from the City of National City was discussed at the'. Planning Commission meeting. The Planning Commission went on record requesting the City of National City, City of San Diego, and San Diego County make a concerted effort to improve Paradise Road for the common good. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN reported for the ?ark and Recreation Advisory Board, and the Park and Recreation Director that the regular meeting of December 2nd was postponed to December 15th, at 7:30 p.m., El Toyon Community Center. COUNCILMAN HOGUE asked if the City had a Director of Public Hdusing. Mayor Gautereaux said not per se but there should be a Housingreport. City Manager Osburn said he would include future Housing reports, in the City Manager's report. '`r MOVED BY MORGAN, seconded by Alien, the meeting be adjourned to executive session. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 9:17-p.m. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX called the meeting back to order at 10:05 p.m. Council members present: Alien, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Absent: None. 12/14/65 49 MAYOR GAUTEREAUX stated the executive session was held to discuss two matters of pending litigation, the first was the matter of Castle Rambler. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hogue, the lawsuit be extended for 30 days from Monday, December 20th. City Attorney Carstens recom- mended the motion include the City Attorney be authorized to accomplish continuance and to consumate pending negotiations with Castle Rambler for that lawsuit. Included in motion and second. Carried by unanimous vote. VICE MAYOR ALLEN suggested City Attorney Carstens make a recommendation in regard to the lawsuit of Granz, and a motion be made on his recom- mendation. City Attorney Carstens recommended the offer of Capitol Lands Corporation as outlined in the letter of November 26th from Rubin, Seltzer and Solomon to the City Attorney be accepted and he be authorized to take the necessary steps to consumate the settlement including preparation of escrow instructions and other required documents. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Alien, the City Attorney's recommendation be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. MOVED BY MORGAN, seconded by Allen, the meeting be closed. Carried by unanimous vote. The meeting closed at 10:17 p.m. ATTEST: CITY CLERK YOR, CITY OF'NAT •NAL ITY, CALIFORNIA 12/14/65