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National City, California, September 15, 1964
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order at 7:30
Allen.p.m. by Vice Mayor Council
Hogue, Morgan, Council membersabsent: Gautereaux. Allen, Colburn,
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS PRESENT: Carstens, Foster, Gautereaux, Hess,
Minogue, Stockman.
The meeting was opened with salute to the flag led by City Manager
Mess, followed with invocation by Elder E. Irvin Lehman, Seventh Day
Adventist Church.
MOVED BY COLBURN, seconded by Hogue, the minutes of the September 8th
meeting be approved, Councilman Hogue stated the following correct-
ions should be made: Page 149, first paragraph, seventh line from
underlining, the first word be changed to read "should", not "would",
and in the next line after "chaperones" the words "should not" be
struck out and changed to read "could." Councilman Colburn included
the corrections in his motion, seconded by Hogue, Carried by unani-
mous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
RESOLUTION NO. 8763, 'RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE NATIONAL CITY CIVIL
SERVICE RULES FOR THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY" was read. Moved by
Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the resolution be adopted by reading of
the title only. City Attorney Carstens stated the Resolution was
read in full. Motion and second withdrawn. Moved by Colburn,
seconded by Hogue, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the follow-
ing vote, to -wit: Ayes: Coeburn, Hogue, Allen. Nays: Morgan. Absent:
Gautereaux,
CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated the next Resolution gives notice of
intention to vacate and close a portion of 21st Street east of
Harrison and sets a public hearing for 8:00 p.m. October 13th,and
suggested the Resolution be adopted by reading of the title only.
Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the reading of the Resolution
be waived and it be adopted by reading of the title only. Carried
by unanimous vote, Ads nt: Gautereaux.
RESOLUTION NO. 8764, "RESOLUTION GIVING NOTICE OF INTENTION TO VACATE
AND CLOSE PORTION OF 21ST STREET, EAST OF HARRISON." Moved by Colburn,
seconded by Hogue, the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the follow-
ing vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Allen. Nays: None.
Absent: Gautereaux.
CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated the next Resolution gives notice of
intention to vacate and close drainage easements and sets a public
hearing at 8:00 p.m. October 6th, and suggested the Resolution be
adopted by reading of the title only. 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. Absent:
Gautereaux.
RESOLUTION NO. 8765, "RESOLUTION GIVING NOTICE OF INTENTION TO VACATE
AND CLOSE DRAINAGE EASEMENTS." Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue)
the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote. to -wit:
Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Allen. Nays: None. Absent: Gautereaux.
COUNCILMAN MORGAN stated he received an inquiry about lighting on
North Drexel. He stated this has been brought before the Council
previously and wondered if now there is a new Council, it would be
possible to pet additional lighting. Moved by Hogue, seconded by
Cotburn, the matter be referred to the City Manager and City Engineer]
Carried by "unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
COUNCILMAN HOGUE, reported receipt of a communication from the South
Bay Charlesigation ADistrict
ButleJr. andaS.ng C.the Matthews as,aMr.Lee, committeepofnted
two to
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meet with National City and Chula Vista for discussions in regard to
the feasibility of the purchase of the California Water and Telephone
Company. Councilman Hogue read from a sociology textbook published
in 1950: ...some urban communities have found that they can furnish
indispensable necessities, such as water, lights, and gas, to the
citizens more cheaply if the utility is owned and operated by the
city three -fourths of the cities in the United States now own and
operate their own water supply systems ...
VICE MAYOR ALLEN reported he had been notified by the Chairman of the
Citizens' Civic Center Bond Committee Lou Sothras cannot serve. The
Chairman recommended Mrs. Doris Heflin, 2213 East Fourth Street, be
appointed to the vacancy. Vice Mayor Allen stated, with the approval
of the Council, he would appoint Mrs. Doris Heflin to serve on the
Committee. Councilman Morgan requested the matter be held over for
one week as he believes Mr. Sothras would be willing to continue to
serve on the Committee. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, Council-
man Morgan be granted a week's delay. Carried by unanimous vote.
Absent: Gautereaux.
VICE MAYOR ALLEN stated he had been asked to proclaim September 28th
to October 4th as "NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK.' Moved by Morgan,
seconded by Colburn, the proclamation be approved.Carried by unanimous
vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
VICE MAYOR ALLEN thanked the National City Hostesses and Mr. and Mrs.
Ike Allen, owners of the Plaza Bowl, for their efforts and cooperation
in making Councilman Hogue's reception a success.
MRS. GEORGE DURHAM, 1137 E. 18th Street, was present and requested a
traffic signal or 4-way stop sign be installed at the intersection of
18th Street and "L" Avenue. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn,
it be referred to the City Manager for a report next week. Carried by
unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux. Vice Mayor Alien suggested it be
studied by he Traffic Safety Committee.
8. J. GAUTEREAUX, 2019 Highland Avenue, honorary member of the National
City Art Association, was present and read a letter from Mrs. Gornick,
President of the National City Art Association, requesting the use of
the two rooms at the Recreation Center for a reception and presentation
of two murals to the City, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.on Sunday,
November lst,on a no -fee basis. The National City Art Association also
requested permission to hold a junior art exhibition on the lawn south
of the police station and a senior show in the space back of the police
station on 12th Street. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the
Association's request be granted. Mr. B. J. Gautereaux requesteci per-
mission tor the City's Park Department and Building Services to
cooperate in the use of the facilities as requested. Moved by Colburn,
seconded by Hogue, Mr. Gautereaux's request be included in the motion.
Carried, by the following vote, to-wit:Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Morgan,
Allen. Nays: None. Absent: Gautereaux.
BOB WORTHY, 1223 Manchester Street, President of the National City
Jaycees, was present and stated in regard to the dance discussed at
last council meeting, the dance was sponsored by the Jaycees, who
hired the hall from the Park Department, and hired the band; the
dance was sponsored by them, run by them, they collected the money
and the proceeds went to youth management.
FRANK S. HOB3S, 731 "K" Avenue, was present and stated in regard to
teenage dances, his son had attended three dances prior to the
adoption of the new rules and left almost immediately because of the
environment; he attended one dance under the new rules and enjoyed
it tremendously and remained the entire evening. Mr. Hobbs stated he
favors keeping out dances for National City residents but feels the
National City people should be allowed to bring a guest and 20-year
olds slo not belong with 14-year olds. Mr. Morgan stated for Mr. Hobbs'
information these items are under advisement of the City Manager, who
will make a recommendation in the future.
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BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE were presented:
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General Fund
Traffic Safety
Park
Special Street
Drainage
Sewer
Retirement
Total
$ 12,463.02
692.20
842.89
344.08
148.50
692.48
5,245.21
$ 20,428.38
MOVED BY COLBURN, seconded by Hogue, the bills be approved and warrants
ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Alien. Nays: None. Abstaining: Morgan.
Absent: Gautereaux.
THE HEARING ON THE VACATION AND CLOSING of portions of 20th Street
was held at this time. No one was present in this regard. Council-
man Morgan asked what the Planning Commission and City Manager
recommended, Director of Planning Stockman stated the matter had
not been referred to the Planning Commission. City Manager Hess
stated this involved the Alco Fence Company land sale and the
Council ordered the hearing. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn,
the hearing be closed and it be referred to the City Attorney.
Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
RESOLUTION N0. 8766, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXCUTION OF ORDER TO
VACATE AND CLOSE PORTIONS OF 20TH STREET" was read. Moved by Morgan,
seconded by Colburn, the Resolution be adopted. Carried,by the follow-
ing vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Allen. Nays: None.
Absent: Gautereaux.
CITY CLERK MINOGUE reported sealed bids for the consttuction of "M"
Avenue storm drain were opened at 3:00 p.m, September 14, 1964, and
the results were as follows:
M. Arrieta Company
Walter H. Barber
M. L. Chilcote
Paul Hansen
John W. Haynes &
Ballard Williams
Pace Construction Company.
Underground Installation Co.
$ 16,457,50
14,970.50
11,959.80
17,379.00
15,158.10
11,332.24
15,694.15
CITY MANAGER HESS stated the City Cngineer's recommendation in which
he concurred, was the contract be awarded to Pace Construction
Company, low bidder, and all other bids be rejected. Moved by Morgan,
seconded by Hogue, the City Manager's recommendation be approved.
Carried, by the following vote, o-wit:Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Morgan,
Alien. Nays: None. Absent: Gautereaux.
RESOLUTION NO. 8767, "RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT ("M" Avenue
Storm Drainage Construction, Specification No. 694)" was read.
Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the Resolution be adopted.
Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue,Morgan,
Alien. Nays: None. Absent: Gautereaux.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN stated in regard to Fritz Nachant's
request for an over -sized driveway at 1540 East 8th Street (on the
Palm Avenue side), the City Engineer indicated a 45 foot driveway
appeared satisfactory and t§euB E t?s o ePIRE1n4 9a1��i� iVeda. fioved
coupe' 1 approve the driveway pg yfdAei i!tgp g teatte�:+s-en-€t
wftfr-P a City Engineer and/the tot Plan on file with the Planning
Department are -met. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the
Director of Planning's recommendation be approved. Carrieci,by the
following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Morgan, Allen. Nays:
None, Absent: Gautereaux.
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A COMMUNICATION FROM MR. AND MRS. E. P. JARRETT, 421 E. 20th Street,
commending the National City Police Department and police officers
T. Curtis and W. Devaney, was presented. Vice Mayor Allen requested
the letter be read into the record, which was done. Moved by Colburn,
seconded by Hogue, the letter+ be ordered filed andAB Rey 8afut��efau).
letter placed in each officer's jacket. Carried by unanimous vo e.
THE MINUTES OF MEETING OF THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES of September
2nd were presented. Ordered filed by unanimous vote.Absent:Gautereaux.
A COMMUNICATION FROM THE CALIFORNIA WATER & TELEPHONE COMPANY in re
gard to reduction of charges to the City of National City for billing,
collecting and remitting sewer service charges was presented. Moved
by Colburn, seconded by Morgan, the matter be referred to the City
Manager for study. City Manager Hess stated a study had been made
with the idea in mind of passing on some savings to the citizens of
National City. The City Manager'reported that during the year 1963-
1964 we supplemented the Sewer Fund with $15,000.00 from the General
Fund; at this time it would be very difficult to determine whether
or not it would be advisable to pass on a 50 savings to the user,in
view of the fact that we had to subsidize this. The City Mana er
suggested no action be taken until we have had at least one full
year's operation. Motion and second were withdrawn. Moved by Morgan,
aBWAgaI e � tyrn, the communication be filed. Carried by unanimous
vote.% : a'Allen stated it would be in order for a motion to
either accept the report and recommendation of the City Manager at
this time or put it on the agenda for next week. Moved by Hogue,
seconded by Colburn, we accept the City Manager's recommendations
concerning the item pertaining to the sewer charge, the refund by the
California Water & Telephone Company. Carried by unanimous iteRmt:
City Manager Hess stated the communication to us indicates there
would be a 50 saving; obviously this goes back to the original con-
tract wherein a certain billing charge was set up. City Manager Hess
suggested prior to acknowledging the letter, the Council accept the
fact as a matter of record that the original contract has been amended
in effect. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the matter be
referred to the City Attorney for a report. City Attorney Carstens
stated what Mr. Hess pointed out is the existing sewer rate was
established in a contract and, by lowering these charges or agreeing
to a different charge, there is an implied amendment to that contract
and, by acknowledging this letter, Mr. Hess will agree to this change
in the contract and the City Attorney suggested the Council authorize
his acknowledgment, in effect ratify his action in making an amend-
ment to the contract. Motion and second were withdrawn. Moved by
Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the City Manager be authorized to sign
the letter and return a copy to the Calitornia Water &'Telephone
Company. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
THE MINUTES OF THE PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD meeting of
September 3rd were presented. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue,
the minutes be filed. Councilman Morgan stated the minutes quote Mrs.
Johnson as saying there would be no funds from the golf course for
two years and he heard the Golf Company is taking the rent out of -the
money to drill the well. Councilman Morgan stated from now on when
he votes on a contract of this magnitude, he would like a week or a
month to study it. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
A COMMUNICATION FROM BETH-EL CHURCH AND MISSION CORP., announcing
their intention to proceed with missionary work, was presented.
Moved by Hogue, seconded by Morgan, the City Treasurer's recommen-
dation to deny permission to collect funds in National City and to
require a financial statement from them be approved. Carried by
unanimous vote. Absent: bautereaux.
CITY MANAGER HE SS reported receipt of a request from the South Bay
Pioneers for the use of 300 chairs for October 2nd to October 5th.
He stated this same consideration was granted last year and suggested
they be allowed to use them, if available, for a total rental fee of
$1.00. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the City Manager's
suggestion be approved. Carried by unanimous vote, 'Absent:Gautereaux.
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CITY MANAGER HESS asked Councilman Morgan, Chairman of the Real Estate
Committee, if he would hold a Real Estate Committee meeting in the
City Manager's office on September 22nd at noon. Councilman Morgan
stated he would call the meeting. Councilman Hogue stated he would
be unable to attend. City Manager Hess stated it is the only time
the person interested can attend next week.
CITY MANAGER reported the City is working on final details for a
186.1 gas tax projeCt(Euclid Avenue from 4th to 6th Streets) and six
parcels of property in this area must be appraised. The City Engineer
contacted an appraiser, who has agreed to make the total appraisal
for $450.00 for the original report and any necessary court appear-
ances for $100.00 per day or a portion thereof. City Manager Hess
suggested authority be granted him to enter into this contract in
order td proceed with the project. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Morgan,
the suggestion of the City Manager be approved. Councilman Morgan asked
if the people had been contacted. City Manager Hess stated the people
were contacted and there appears to be grounds of amicable negotiaticns
so that we can obtain the property necessary. He said since we are
obtaining the rights-of•way and a portion of construction is under
186.1 gas tax fund (SB-344), it is prudent to have an appraiser
evaluate our actions so that when an audit is conducted subsequent to
the project(which is the normal procedure by the State), we will be
on safe ground in having negotiated even though we feel it might have
been a very good deal for the City. City Manager Hess stated the
property i.s on the west side of Euclid Avenue in the vicinity of 5th
Street. Motion carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn,
Hogue, Morgan, Allen. Nays: None. Absent: Gautereaux.
CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt from the State Department of
Finance an executed copy of our agreement relative to the 701 program
along with some forms which are weekly and monthly reports, which will
have to be maintained and submitted to them pursuant to Section 701
of the Federal Grant. City Manager Hess suggested (1) that the
executed agreement be filed with the City Clerk, and (2) that the
forms and procedure concerning the completion of these forms be turned
over to the City Planner for her disposition. Moved by Hogue,
seconded by Colburn, the suggestions of the City Manager be approved.
Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of various communications from the
San Diego Coenty Water Authority and suggested they be filed with the
City Clerk. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of an amended cancellation notice
for the City Cab Company of National City, giving new cancellation
date as September 28, 1964, and suggested it be filed with the City
Clerk. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. Absent:
tereaux. City
Manager Ness stated thecancelled notice previously ureceived, which
bore the incorrect cancellation date, has been approved by the City
Attorney and suggested this be filed with the City Clerk. Ordered
filed by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
CITY MANAGER HESS reported the Certificate of Insurance for Allen J.
Riggs, Jr. , house moving company, has been approved by the City
Attorney and suggested it be filed with the City Clerk. Ordered filed
by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux,
CITY MANAGER HESS reported the insurance policy for Lamdon Limited
Investments(Ca1.Maid'Furniture Co.) has been approved by the City
Attorney and suggested it be filed with the City Clerk. Ordered filed
by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux,
CITY MANAGER HESS
permit bond by W.
National City at
with the City Cle
Gautereaux.
reported receipt of termination of sidewalk license
H : Ledbetter & Son, who is not doing business in
the present time, and sun sted the notice be filed
rk. Ordered filed by unancus vote. Absent:
CITY MANAGER HESS reported receipt of a fui
ment, signed by the City of National City,
and the Burgener Corporation and suggested
Clerk. Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue
Morgan stated he was against the agreement;
enough money for the land. Motion carried,
to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Allen. Nays:
ly executed Option Agree-.
the R. F. Lusk Corporattor
it be filed with the City
, it be filed. Councilman
the City was not getting
by the following vote,
Morgan. Absent:G utereaux.
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DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read the Planning Commmission recom-
mendation of September 10th to accept the Grant Deed from Henry and
Irma M. Tikkanen to the City of National City for a portion of
Hoover Avenue, 30 feet in width and 90 feet in length, south of 26th
Street. The Director of Planning recommended the Deed be accepted
and referred to the City Attorney for a Resolution of Acceptance.
Moved by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the Director of Planningg's
recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote.Absent:Uauter-
eaux.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read the Planning Commission recom-
mendation of September loth to approve the applicationfor Zone
Variance, No. Z-29, by B. A. Erickson, Red-E-Crete Company, for the
property at the northeast corner of 26th Street and Coolidge Avenue
for construction of an addition to the existing structure with a
zero setback from Coolidge Avenue, subject to four stipulations:
(1) City to participate in re -alignment and dedication of Coolidge
Avenue; (2) Property owner to dedicate the easterly portion of
Coolidge Avenue; (3) Property owner to participate in any 1911 Act
consummated to improve Coolidge Avenue in front of the property and
agree not to protest same; and (4) Property owners to improve and
landscape the parkway in front of their property in place of the
required 4 foot strip of landscaping, as approved by the City Forester.
The Director of Planning recommended the report be received and
returned to the City Council for final action on October 6th. Moved
by Colburn, seconded by Hogue, the Director of Planning's recommen-
dation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read the recommendation of the Planning
Commission of September lOth to approve the plans for the first phase
of development of the National City Plaza subject to the following
stipulations: signs approved as presented, subject to the filing of
a zone variance for Thrifty Store oversize sign; a solid fence be
constructed to be no lower than the elevation of the abutting resi-
dential property; location and plans for the area of the Standard
Oil Company and future development sites be approved by the City
Council on recommendation of the Planning Commission prior to con-
struction; the pylon sign location to maintain a 20 foot setback
from Division Street property line as property abuts an R-1 area to
the blest; curbs, gutters and sidewalks to be installed on North Euclid
Avenue and Division Street prior to final inspection by the Building
Inspector; permit for oversized driveways to be obtained through the
City Manager's office with the approval of the City Council;location
of driveways to be approved by the Engineering Department; location
of outside lights approved, subject to all lighting being directed
away from residential properties; loading and unloading areas at rear
of the buildings to be parallel to the buildings and not diagonal;
storage of all materials, supplies or products outside of a permanent
structure prohibited; storage of materials or wastes which might cause
fumes or dust, or constitute a fire hazard, or edible or attractive
to insects or rodents, prohibited unless stored outdoors in closed
containers; storage of materials or waste upon any portion of the lot
in such manner they may be transferred off lot by natural cause or
force prohibited; structures constructed and maintained for storage
of materials and wastes shall not be constructed adjacent to resi-
dential properties; and trees to be planted within the area between
the sidewalk and property line as apprgyed by the City Forester.
a R got?�? i S MR'R gce,�'.;a0 he plans be approvedsand
� ef` e to tie City°Attorney ror e dodessary resolution. Moved by
Morgan, seconded by Hogue, the Director of Planning's recommendation
be approved. Carried, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn,
Hogue, Morgan, Allen. Nays: None. Absent: Gautereaux.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN read a communication from Robert C. Dent,
Chairman, San Diego County Board of Supervisors, in regard to co-
ordinated recreational planning for San Diego County and the develop-
ment of a draft of a county -wide master plan for regional parks and
requesting the Director of Planning and the Director of Parks and
Recreation be authorized to work with them. Director of Planning
Stockman reported it was discussed with the City Manager who
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recommended the Director of Planning and the Director of Parks be
given favorable consideration. The Director of Planning suggested if
the Council was in accord, it be referred to the City Attorney for a
resolution similar to the resolution for the transportation committee.
Moved by Colburn, seconded by. Hogue, the Director of Planning's
recommendation be approved. Councilman Morgan stated he would like
to have a copy of the Resolution before it is read at Council. Carried
by unanimous vote. Absent: Gautereaux. Director of Planning Stockman
stated the motion merely referred it to the City Attorney and the
Council should act on the City Manager's recommendation in regard to
the appointments. Moved, by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the recom-
mendation be held over until next week. Motion failed to carry, by
the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Morgan. Nays: Hogue,
Allen. Absent: Gautereaux. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Colburn, the
City Manager's recommendation to appoint the Director of Planning an
the Park SuEerintendent to represent the City of National City with
the County in the formation of this Board to look into the situation
of developing recreational areas in our County be approved. Carried,
6y the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hogue, Alien. Nays:
Morgan. Absent: Gautereaux.
MOVED BY MORGAN, seconded by Colburn, the meeting be closed. Carried
by unanimous vote.. Absent: Gautereaux. The meeting closed at 8:45
p.m.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
VIC R, CITY OF VVATIONAL CITY,CALIF. CA IF