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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1962 07-03 CC MIN464 National City, California, July 3, 1962 Regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Gautereaux at 1:30 p.m. o'clock. Council members present: Allen, Colburn, Hart, Morgan, Gautereaux. Council members absent: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Alston, Biggs, Cagle, Carstens, Foster, Gautereaux, Hergert, Hess, Kerr, Osburn, Stockman. The meeting was opened with pledge of allegiance to the Flag by City Manager Hess, followed with invocation by Rev. +Wyman of the First Methodist Church. Moved by Allen, seconded by Morgan, the minutes of the regular meeting of June 26, 1962, and the adjourned meeting of June 26, 1962, be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION PO. 8142 was read, "FINDING AND DETERMINING THW A MAJORITY PROTEST HAS MOT BEEN MADE (CHASE ANNEXATION)." Moved by Allen, se- conded by Hart, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION PO. 8143 was read, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN SUBSTITUTION OF ATTORNEYS." Moved by Allen, seconded by Morgan, the Resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE PLO. , approving "Lischeid Annexation" was presented for the second and final reading. Upon motion of Allen, seconded by Morgan, further reading of the Ordinance was waived. The motion was adopted by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. 1034 was read, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHAPITED TERRITORY, DESIGNATED "LISCHEID ,ANNEXATION," TO THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY." Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the Ordinance he adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hart, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: None. ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated at the last meeting of the Council he was authorized to appear in the case of Baker vs Cagle in the event an appearance was required. Prior to the time of the scheduled hearing the case was dismissed, and the dismissal was filed with the Court, so at the present time the case of Baker v- Canle is no longer before the Court; and as far as the City Attorney -knows there is no Court action pending, whatsoever concerning the claim of the various police officers; therefore no appearance was made before the Courts_ ATTORNEY CARSTENS reported an insurance certificate had been referred to him from the Hardwood Mutual Casualty Company insuring Paul W. Crook of Imperial Beach. Apparently it is a matter of courtesy by the Insurance Company whereby they inform all the neighboring cities of the certificate of insurance of all persons authorized to perform` 7/3/62 465 certain services in the area. There is no action for National City required, and recommended it be filed. Approved '-:y unanimous vote. ATTORNEY CARSTENS reported Pacific Employers Insurance Company has filed a relocation permit bond on behalf of Esperanza DeMara which appears to be in proper form, and recommended it be filed. Approved by unanimous vote. ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated a communication from The Travelers Insurance Company has been referred to him in regard to Davis & Ortiz regarding a Sidewalk License Pond informing the City the bond taken out on June 9, 1962, has been cancelled, and requested the City acknowledge the cancellation. Atorney Carstens stated upon checking with the City Engineer we found there is no work in progress, the only action to be taken by the City Council is to approve the acknowledgement of the cancellation, and suggested a copy of the acknowledgement be forwarded to Oavis & Ortiz. Moved by Alien, seconded by Hart, the recommenda- tion of the City Attorney in regard to the communication be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated we have from the Bank of America Escrow Department two communications in regard to the Hewitt escrow and also a policy of title insurance by Security Title Insurance Company naming the City of National City as insured. The policy appears to be proper. in form, the communications are a matter of information, and recommend- ed the two communications and the policy of title insurance be filed. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the communications be filed and the policy be given a number and filed with the City Clerk. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Gautereaux. Nays: Hart, Morgan. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated with reference to the sale of certain units of the Olivewood Housing, the Council directed him to prepare '-idding information for the sale of the remaining 22 units; it has been accomplished and referred to Mr. Gautereaux, Housing Director. The Council also requested a contract be prepared for the two success- ful bidders on five and ten units respectively, which also has been accomplished and referred to Mr. Gautereaux. Attorney Carstens stated he understood from Mr. Gautereaux there has been some problem with one of the bidders, Mr. Gonzalez, apparently he is unable to qualify for a bond. Mr. Foncerrado, the other successful' bidder has agreed to take over the bid and assume the responsibility as he can get bonded. Mr. Carstens stated there is no legal provision in the Code which would prevent it being done; it would mean in effect in- stead of Mr. Gonzalez signing the contract and performing the work, Mr. Foncerrado would take over all the rights of Mr. Gonzalez. We 7/3/62 466 have prepared an assignment for Mr. Foncerrado to execute providing the Council approves of the transaction, in order to expedite the moving of the houses. Moved by Allen, seconded by. Hart, the recom- mendation of the City Attorney in regard to consolidation of these two bids be approved, and it be left to the discretion of the Housing Director and the City Attorney as to the drawing up of the transfer. ^. J. GA(JTEREAUX, Housing Director, was present, and stated the con- versations taken place in the recent past have been to the effect as stated by the City Attorney. Mr. Gautere.-ux stated he has not been able to contact Mr. Gonzalez; Mr. Foncerrado is well acquainted with Mr. Gonzalez in business dealings and has stated his willingness to take on these particular five units and have them assigned to himself by Mr. Gonzalez and provide the bond, etc., and continue in full as the agreement sets forth. CITY MANAGER HESS stated concerning the 22 buildings there have already been published items in the San Diego Union and National City Star News and at this time the instructions to the bidder have not fully been formulated and it has been recom- mended by the Housing Director in the interest of time, the bids on the 22 buildings be opened here at the Council meeting July 17th, and if at that time there remain any of the 22 buildings which were not bid upon the remaining buildings be handled here on an auction basis, in order to consummate it as rapidly as possible. Carried by unani- mous vote. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Gautereaux, we open the bids before the Council meeting, as we have in the past. VICE MAYOR ALLEN stated anytime the City is selling public property it is brought to bid and to auction, you do not say you are going to take "so and so's bid", and would like to have the City Attorney check this. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hart, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Allen. HEARING OH ZOLL ANNEXATION was held at this time. CITY CLERK ALSTON reported she received no written protests, and no one was present in this regard. Moved by Alien, seconded by Hart, the hearing be closed and referred to the City Attorney to carry on with the annexation. Carried by unanimous vote. ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated with regard to the sale of the housing units; in Mr. Gautereaux's letter he suggests if there were any houses left over they go to auction, and he is referring to any of the 22 build- ings. Mr. Carstens stated it is his understanding there will be an auction providing there are any houses left over; and suggested pro- visions be made if any of the 37 houses are left over; we are assuming there will only be 22 left over, possibly Mr. Gonzalez will not have the assignment executed and we may have another 5 left over, and it might facilitate matters if the auction were to include any and all buildings that were left over at that time. Moved by Allen, seconded 7/3/62 467 by Morgan, the recommendation of the City Attorney be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated there was one bond submitted by Mr. Foncerrado, which is a relocation bond, and in reviewing the form of it, it did not meet the requirements to satisfy the Housing Director and the bond was returned to Mr. Gautereaux by the City Attorney and the matter is being taken care of and a proper bond will be submitted. ATTORNEY CARSTEM said there have been several Easements referred for approval and checking, specifically one signed by Mr. Derr; one by Mr. Smith, and a Covenant Running With Land signed by Mr. Toledo and in each of these cases there was no signature of the respective wives involved, and Mr. Carstens stated in each case he suggested to the Department involved in obtaining signatures we obtain the wives' sig- natures wherever practically possible. The Easements and Covenant Running blith Land have been referred back to obtain the wives' signa- tures and as soon as they are obtained the City Attorney will make a further report to the Council. ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated last week the City Manager recommended there be reviewed the insurance policy in regard to the Lions Club Fourth of July Celebration, and in reviewing the policy we found it was issued by a Texas Company, and in checking with the Insurance Company we found this Company was not licensed to do business in California. The City Manager checked into this in considerable more detail and was assured by other cities in the area it is a substantial company.. Mr. Carstens stated he talked with the Fire Chief and determined the insurance and other requirements are according to the Code and satis- fying. Attorney Carstens said it would be his observation at this time we should not prevent the Lions Club from going ahead with the celebration. CITY MANAGEP HESS stated he contacted ,the Fire Marshal and he in turn checked with the San Diego City Attorney, the San Diego City Fire Marshal and the San Diego County Attorney, and it has been determined by him this same company has been checked out to their complete satisfaction and they have had no question as to thefiia- bility. Mr. Hess stated it is his recommendation we accept the policy. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, we accept the City Mana- ger's recommendation on the fireworks for the Fourth of July. Carried by unanimous vote. ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated an ordinance has been referred to him which was presented during an oral communication by Mr. Derr in reaarcito swap meets which are held in the City of Paramount. The Councii in referring it requested an examination as to the. propriety of such an ordinance being adopted in National -City. In reviewing' the 7/3/62 468 portions of the ordinance that were referred, the City Attorney found they did not have all the portions of applicable ordinances in Paramount. Mr. Derr had indicated that casual participants in the swap meets were exempt from any licensing requirement. In viewing the portions submitted, Attorney Carstens stated he did not find any such exemptions. This is a matter of policy whether or not the Council wishes to adopt a similar ordinance, or one that would be broader and exempt the people. VICE MAYOR ALLEN asked the City Mana.. ger if he thought he was getting a workable solution where a recom. mendation can be made to change our own ordinance so it will work out satisfactorily for Mr. Derr. CITY MANAGER HESS stated it would be his observation at this time that based on the information devel- oped by the City Attorney and that which he has received, it would now be up to the City Council to make a determination whether or not they actually want to specify the provisions to be incorporated into an ordinance amendment at this time, or to drop the whole matter. In relation to this last week the Chief of Police did go to Paramount and checked into the swap meet situation there. In returning Chief Cagle presented a report which in essence indicates the swap meet in Paramount is not condoned, in fact is a problem to law enforcement there and they are presently undertaking procedures there whereby they may exclude swap meets in their own area. Mr. Hess stated if the Council is interested in trying to modify our ordinances this is not an insurmountable problem; we can change or amend our ordinances to such extent we can with adequate police protection and control hold swap meets here. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, we leave this entire situation in the hands of the City Manager and City Attorney to recommend to us those changes that will be necessary to protect the City as well as give Mr. Derr an operational method in which he can operate. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hart, Morgan. Nays: Gautereaux. CITY ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated with rerjard to referring Ordinance No. 962 it might be advisable to defer any further discussion on it until such time as the City Engineer presents his report regarding Chula Vista's ordinance requiring gutters, sidewalks and curbs be placed on the property prior to the time they were issued a building permit. In the event the Council desires to adopt an ordinance similar to Chula Vista's there is no reason why it cannot be done. MRS. ROPERT RICHARDS, .1411 E. 16th Street, was present, relative to the condition and improvement of streets. E. H. ALSOORF, 2105 "J" Avenue, was present, and stated he did not• approve the action taken last week regarding Mr. Robinson's property. 7/3/62 469 JOHN DETRICK, Pasco, "gash., was present in regard to submitting a proposal for the collection and disposing of trash. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX stated the invitation time has closed and a recommendation of the individuals: has been made by the City Manager to the Council. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hart, the Mayor forming a Street Com- mittee composed of three or five citizens who will help the City Manager determine the streets and make recommendation, be put on the agenda for the next meeting. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Alien, we do not adhere to the policy set by previous Coun- cils in regard to 1911 Acts where the expenditure would be so small the assessed valuation of the property would permit the bonds. being sold and we go ahead and have the public hearings on these streets and get as many of them under construction as possible. Motion died for lack of a second. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hart, we request the City Engineer to create or show us or provide a map that will give us the sewers in the area between 22nd and 24th Streets and between "A" and "B" Ave- nues, and any drainage pines that might be through there so me can get utility easements established in case of a possible sale of the property. Carried by unanimous vote. COUNCILMAN COLBURN stated he felt last week he made it clear in voting we put Plaza 91vd. as number one on our priority list as far asstreets was for a definite reason, it was not just for the benefit of .the Plaza area, however we realize quite a bit of tax money from the Plaza area, but it was for the freeway which wi l l benefit National City as a whole. In regard to "M" Avenue being opened between 10th and 8th Streets if it was so important it should have been taken care of with the policy making board that first had it on their agenda in 1949, but for a 30 foot easement we would have plenty of room to take care of all the water channels necessary in the area. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX stated he would like to make an appointment of an additional two members of our citizens to our Real Estate Committee, and asked the Council to consider the appointment of Luther G. Reid and Mrs. Elizabeth Ames. Moved by Hart, seconded by .Allen, the re- commendation of the -Mayor for the two appointments to .the Reap Estate Committee be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX recommended Donald Freeman be appointed to serve on the Bay Committee. Moved by Alien, seconded by Hart, the recommenda- tion of the Mayor be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX stated the American Municipal Congress will he held in Philadelphia on August 25th, it is the annual congress which is 7/3/62 470 attended by Mayors throughout the State of California and the United States. From reviewing the agenda there is a lot of information per- taining to local government and would like consideration of the Coun- cil of being able to attend the congress. Moved by Hart, seconded by Morgan., the Mayor be allowed to attend the congress. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX stated he will be gone from August 25th through the 3lst; and it is hoped as further benefit to the City prior to the time of attending the congress, through the Chamber of Commerce he might be able to get information concerning some in-iustries in that area and acquaint them with what we have to offer in National City. Carried, by the follow- ing vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hart, Morgan. Nays: None. Mayor Gnutereaux abstained from voting. BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE presented: General Fund $15,757.21 Traffic Safety Fund 5,640.33 Park Fund 275.65 Retirement Fund 9,317.65 Harbor Fund 7.70 Trust & Agency Fund 575.00 Special Street Fund 250.00 Park Construction Fund 154.44 Payroll Fund 57,479.42 TOTAL $ 69, 457.E+0 Moved by Alien, seconded by Colburn, the bills be approved for payment and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Coeburn, Hart, Morgan, Gautereaux•. Nays:Hone-4 COMMUNICATION FROM CHARLES E. ANOERSON!, Appraiser, was read, stating he has carefully analyzed the property belonging to the City of National City lying West of National Avenue and South of 24th Street for the purpose of ascertaining a fair market value thereof, as of May 11, 1962. In the opinion of Mr. Anderson a fair and reasonable price for the land would be $12,500, per acre and not to exceed $15,000. for the choice locations, MAYOR GAUTEiEAUX stated this is the appraisal made our own property, and pursuant to the aporaisal in regard to the Hewitt transaction he believes our property we have valued at $40,000. an acre is certainly to the City's benefit; and believe it is an acceptable amount. Moved by Hart, seconded by Morgan, the ap- praisal be filed. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX presented certificates to the following persons who have completed radiological Monitoring School at Gillespie Field: Irene M. Alston; Connie King; Fred S. Dudley; E. C. Latham; Billy James; Joseph Miyoshi; E. J. Camblin. A certificate in reo�..ntion of a degree received as an associate in arts degree in police science and additional courses in geography, history, sociology and health education to Officer R. J. Wilkie. 7/3/62 471 CITY ENGINEER FOSTER presented his report on flood control. Mr. Foster stated he needed to know the Council's desire regarding the matter, as he must report to the committee on July.16th. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, it be laid over one week for Council action. Carried by unanimous vote. COMMUNICATION FROM MUNCE & KENNEDY was presented. CITY MANAGER HESS stated he has replied to Munce & Kennedy, who are a firm of consult- ing engineers and they were interested in ascertaining if we had any unique community projects in progress which we might pass along to them in relation to the compiling of a survey; Mr. Hess stated he answered in the negative we did not have anything that would consti- tute a really unique project at this t.ime.. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen we file the letterand approve the action of the City Mana- ger. Carried by 'unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. 962 regarding curbs, gutters and sidewalks be installed concurrently with the structure. CITY MANAGER HESS stated the law is clear and he feels it is strict enough, that the Planning Commission and Council, and other responsible people here should be most judi- cious in affording exemptions, and at the present time he does not see any reason to amend the ordinance. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hart, the report be filed and accept the recommendation of the City Manager. Carried by unanimous vote. REPORT FROM CHIEF OF POLICE regarding overtime pay, was presented. The total overtime accrued from July 1, 1952 through September 30, 1960 amounts to 4,598 hours and one minute, based on the 1961-62 salary schedule this amounts to money value of S16,037.16. As a re- sult of the audit they found four members of the Police Dept. are short a total of 25 hours and 24 minutes, which amounts to money value of $84,.27.. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, we pay the back pay to the Police Department andleave it up; to the City Manager as to whether it can be done in one year, two years, or three years, pro- viding it be referred to the Attorney for an opinion as to the legal- ity. MAYOR GAJJTEREAUX stated his action, personaily, no longer being a police officer and no longer having any action against Chief Cagle, he has dismissed his position and his case against Chief Cagle. Carried, by the foliowing vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Gautereaux. Nays: Hart, Morgan. PROTEST FROM MR. & MRS. H. R. CAMPDELL, 1435 Mariposa Street, San Diego, regarding Mariposa Street Annexation, was presented. CITY CLERK ALSTON reported she referred a copy of the communication to the Planning Commission so it could be taken into consideration with their report which will be presented today. Moved by Allen, :seconded 7J3/62 472 by Colburn, the communication be filed. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hart, items 2, 3, and 4 be presented at this time. Carried by unanimous vote. APPLICATIONS OF JOHN TENWOLOE to move duplex buildings from Doyle Street and McCandless City, were presented. to move the buildings posed by the Director Blvd., National City to "0" Avenue, National Moved by Allen, seconded by Hart, the requests be approved, subject to the regulations as im- of Public Works. Carried by unanimous vote. COMMUNICATION FROM DICK CRAM, President, Nat -Par Colt League regard- ing improvements of field in El Toyon Ball Park, was presented. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hart, this be referred to the Budget Committee and the Park Supt. for a recommendation. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hart, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Allen. MINUTES OF SAN DIEGO BAY COMMITTEE were presented and ordered filed by unanimous vote. COMMUNICATION FROM O'MELVEMIY & MYERS regarding questionnaire on bond propositions was presented. Moved by Allen, seconded by Morgan, it be referred to the City Manager and City Attorney for recommendation. Carried by unanimous vote. COMMUNICATION FROM SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC COMPANY protesting the closing of an alley between 4th and 5th Streets, and "8" and Lantana Avenues, was presented. Moved by Hart, seconded by Morgan, it be held over until next week. Carried by unanimous vote. COPY OF COMMUNICATION FROM CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER HEGGLAND to BOARD OF SUPERVISORS regarding City's request for tax breakdown on County tax statements, was presented. Moved by Morgan, seconded by_., Allen, it be referred to the City Manager for clarification. Carried by unanimous vote. MINUTES OF SOUTH RAY IRRIGATION DISTRICT were presented and ordered filed by unanimous vote, CONTRACT FOR COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF RUBBISH was presented. CITY CLERK ILSTOt,reported the agreement was signed by the National City Rubbish Service for a two month period, until August 31, 1962. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hart, we award the contract to Mr. Keener, dba National City Rubbish Service. VICE MAYOR ALLEN asked Mr. Keener how long it new equipment to carry KEENER was present and as he can possibly get it could be two months one montIhr Councilman would be before he would be able to get the out the contract, if he is awarded same. MR. stated he would get the equipment just as soon delivery; he has the money available for same; time, three months, or it might possibly be Morgan, with the approval of Councilman Hart, 7/3/62 473 amended their motion to include the City Manager work with Mr. Keener on the extension of time, if and when he needs it before the new equipment arrived. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hart, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Colburn. Moved by Hart, seconded by Morgan, the City Attorney be authorized to enter into the contract agreement with Mr. Keener in relation to the specifications. VICE MAYOR ALLEN stated the City Attorney cannot enter into a contract. Councilman Hart, with the approval of Councilman Morgan, changed their motion, the matter be referred to the City Attorney to prepare the contract for the approval of the City Council, and the City Attorney work with the City Manager and accept the City Manager's recommenda- tions. Carried by unanimous vote. ATTORNEY CARSTENS stated there is at least one ordinance and some resolutions involved, which we have determined will require some revision and amendment, and suggested he be authorized to review those along with the City Manager and make a joint recommendation as to the changes that can be made. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hart, we include the items mentioned by the City Attorney in his report to the Council; and the City Treasurer also work with the City Manager and City Attorney regarding the resolutions and ordinance. Carried by unanimous vote. REPORT OF HOUSINtG DIRECTOR GAUTEREAUX was presented. accepted and ordered filed by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS stated if the proposed Street Committee actually becomes a reality that the group give some consideration to naming Mrs, Richards as a person appearing on the Committee to assist with the important field work. VICE MAYOR ALLEN stated he thought James Cheneweth would also be a good person to have on the committee. COMMUNICATION FROM MR. & MRS. EMIL L. "ERGER was read, expressing their sincere gratitude to the Police Dept., especially to two offi- cers in the department who handled a traffic accident., and for their prompt arrival at the scene of the accident, They also thanked Councilman Hart and Councilman Morgan for the part they played in rendering assistance. CITY MANAGER HESS stated he discussed the matter with Chief Cagle and expressed gratitude to him and to his officers for their fine work, and thought perhaps the Mayor would like to know about the alertness and kindness shown by Councilmen Hart and Morgan. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX commended both Councilmen Hart and Morgan. CITY .MANAGER HESS stated on June 29th the Civil Service Commission supplied him with a certified list of individuals they had consider the top three candidates for the position of Deputy Director of Civil Defense. Mr. Hess stated he interviewed the three and it was his The report was 7/3/62 474 recommendation the number one candidate as supplied to him by the Civil Service Commission, and also coupled with his recommendation, be appointed to this position, effective July 3, 1962, as Deputy Director of Civil Defense at the per annum salary of $6,558, The person named by the City'Manager and Civil Service Commission is George W. DeHaven. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the recom- mendation of the City Manager in regard to the appointment be ap- proved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Hart, Gautereaux. Nays: Morgan. CITY CLERK ALSTON administered the Oath of Office to George W. DeHaven, Deputy Director of Civil Defense. CITY MANAGER HESS stated after reviewing the Council minutes from the last meeting and discussing the matter with the press, he would like to sugiest the furnishing of copies of the agenda and attachments to the press. Mr. Hess stated he would ask that the City Clerk make certain we prepare four extra copies of all attachments to the agenda, and keep the extra copies available for dissemination to the press in the City Hall when they request same. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, we furnish copies of the agenda with attachments, as out- lined by the City Manager. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS stated in view of the fact we are embarking on a new fiscal year, the following is set forth so as to ascertain the Council's views concerning the preparation of an annual report to be handed out at the end of the year by the City Manager. Mr. Hess stated it would entail a great deal of administrative work. The report would serve the purpose to apprize the Council and the citi- zenry of National City as to the accomplishments and undertakings"of the City Council, members of the administrative staff, and workers in the City for the'year. This. would also include a breakdown as to the expenditures, projects completed, etc., along with an analysis as to the effect it would have on the community. The publication, which could be handled here could be available to any person in the community who ,had the, desire to know the way in which -the City's funds were handled and the results obtained therefrom. Mr. Hess said he would like the Council's guidance in this regard. Moved' by Morgan, seconded by Allen, the recommendation of the City Manager in regard to the report, be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS stated a general analysis was compiled as to the area of the Olivewood Housing concerning rentals. We have 283 rent- able units in Olivewood; there are 46 one bedroom units which rent at $39.90 a month; 163 two bedroom units which rent at $48.90 a month; and 74 three bedroom units which rent at $53.10 a month. These rates 7/3/62 475 were established in 1959, however the rates were at that time three to five percent below the then existing rates in comparable ho'+sing, apart from public housing. We are rendering to the tenants additional. servicesthey could not obtain in private enterprise housing. Based on the surveyfurnished to the City Manager by Housing Director Gautereaux, it is the Manager's recommendation we increase the rentals approximately 10 percent a month, which would bring the one bedroom units from $39.90 to $44.70; twobedroom units from $.48.90 to $53.70,. and the three bedroom units from $53.10 to $57.90. The monthly in- crease potential represents a monthly amount of additional revenue in the amount of $1,358.40. CITY MANAGER HESS suggested the increase be adopted. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the recommendation of the City Manager be approved. Carried, by the following vote toy -wit: Ayes: Allen, Colburn, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Hart. COMMUNICATION FROM R. C. FISHER I..SURANCE COMPANY was presented. It is for the period of July :3-rd-and July 4th, 1962, liability, in the amount of $25,000. and $50,000. -PARK SUPT. GAUTEREAUX stated this is for the Lions Club Fourth of July Celebration. Moved by Alien, seconded by Morgan, the insurance be accepted. Carried by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS stated the State of _California, Department of Public Health, directed a communication to the City Council extending an invitation to attend on July 25, 1962, at the Health Center, San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, Mexico, a meeting concerning rabies control. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Colburn, the letter be filed. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hart, Morgan. Nays: Alien, Gautereaux. CITY MANAGER HESS submitted for the approval of the Council a proposed sign to be erected in the Bahia Vista area just behind the 100 yard setback off Highway 101 to advertise City owned industrial land in that area. This would replace the smaller sign, which, Mr. Hess said he thinks is inadequate. The cost would Le approximately $50. Moved by Alien,. seconded by Hart, we put up three of these signs, one to be erected on Highland Avenue aad one on National Avenue, and one on Montgomery Freeway. The wording on the one to be erected on Highland Avenue would be changed to R-4 Zone. Carried by unanimous vote. MINUTES OF REAL ESTATE COMMITTEE meeting were read, stating discussion was held relative to the sale and future use of City owned land in the vicinity of 24th Street and National Avenue, It was the recom- mendation of the Coninittee the price of this parcel of land be set at a minimum of $45,000. per acre net to the City, and the first bid after opening bids be at least 10% net to the City above the highest 7/3/62 476 sealed bid. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hart, the recommendation of the Real Estate Committee be approved, Carried by unanimous vote. MINUTES OF THE REAL ESTATE COMMITTEE meeting were read, stating the offer on 1.3 acres on National Avenue in the Bahia Vista area be re- jected and a price set at a minimum of $40,000. per acre net to the City, and the City Manager continue negotiations on this basis. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hart, the recommendation of the Real Estate Committee be approved., Carried by unanimous vote. MINUTES OF THE REAL ESTATE COMMITTEE meeting were read, stating dis- cussion was held on the property and buildings south of the recently dedicated 30th Street into Bahia Vista Industrial. Park, approximately 11 acres facing National Avenue. It was the recommendation of the Real Estate Committee the offer of Mr. Finch be held in abeyance until the other parcel on the north side of 30th Street is negotiated„ and then negotiate the south parcel on similar terms. Moved by Hart, seconded by Allen, the recommendation of the Real Estate Committee be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hart, we advertise the property between 22nd and' 24th Streets, and National and "A" Avenues for sale at an auction at the terms as set by the Real Estate Committee, pursuant to the offer that was made. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Colburn, Hart, Morgan, Gautereaux. Nays: Allen. CITY MANAGER HESS stated with reference to the report of the meeting of the Finance Committee held on June 19th, it will be attached to the agenda for the meeting next week. The main discussion was re- garding hudget matters, and we have the tentative budget ready to present to the Council today,. CITY CLERK ALSTON reported she and her deputy were served with a sub- peona last Friday; People of the State of California vs Robert McConaghy, in regard to tidelands annexation. We were supposed to appear in Court with Ordinance 878 and 863. Later we received a telephone call it was not necessary to appear; however, it was the recommendation of the City Clerk it be referred to the City Attorney in case it comes -up again he will be familiar with it. Approved by unanimous vote. Moved by Allen, seconded by Morgan, the City Clerk address a letter to the family of ex -mayor, Fred Thatcher, with condolence from the Council on his passing away. Carried by unanimous vote. MAYOR GAtaTERE.AUX stated the City Clerk has. pointed out it would probably make it nicer for the family if we put it in the form of a resolution. Moved by Allen, seconded by Morgan, it be referred to the City Attor- ney for the preparation of a resolution. Carried by unanimous vote. 7/3/62 477 CITY CLERK ALSTON excused. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX declared a five minute recess. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Gautereaux. Council members present: Alien, Colburn, Hart, .Morgan, Gautereaux. Council members absent: None. REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, relative to the proposed Rancho Hills Annexation to theCity of National. City., COMMUNICATION FROM MR. & MRS. H, R. CAMPBELL, representing one parcel, opposing the deannexation from the City of San Diego; however it was not a suffi- cient amount of protest. The ;Commission recommended the annexation be approved if the mechanics can be worked out'bytthe City Manager. Moved by Allen, seconded by Hart, the recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved, and referred to the City Attorney and City Manager, Carried by unanimous vote. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN reported she had a petition signed by property owners requesting annexation to the City of National City, and recommended it be referred to the Planning Commission for a report. Approved by unanimous vote. CITY MANAGER HESS presented the Council members with copies of the tentative budget. VICE MAYOR ALLEN stated he thought the most essen- tial part of the tentative budget is regarding Oliver Canyon/ which states: "it is the recommendation of this office that this matter be referred to the Director of Planning, Park and Recreation Advisory Board, Director of Parks, School Officials and other interested citizens for a comprehensive development plan, If it is the decision of your Honorable Body to dedicate Oliver Canyon as part of the park system of the City of National City, Respectfully submitted, N. S. Biggs, Director of Public Works." Moved by Allen, the recommendation of Mr. Biggs be approved and we do get the reports from the respective departments. Motion died for lack of a second. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hart, this item be put on the agenda for next week. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING STOCKMAN, stated she thought a lot of considera.. tion should be given as to whether this area is going to be dedicated. MAYOR GAUTEREAUX stated he felt •this is a real important point; the objective of the Park and Recreation Advisory Board and the Planning Commission to have these boundaries established anda resolution drawn where this will be placed before the people at our next election, so the people will have an opportunity to dedicate the parks. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Alien, Hart, :Morgan, .Nays: Colburn, Gautereaux. Moved by Allen, seconded by Colburn, the prop- erty known as Oliver Canyon be included and added to the legal des- cription of Las Palmas Park. Motion lost, by the .following vote 7/3/62 478 to -wit: Ayes: A1'len. Nays: Colburn, Hart, Morgan, Gautereaux. CITY MANAGER HESS stated perhaps the Council would consider approval of the tentative budget, and it be held over until next week for final. approval. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Allen, we adopt this as a tentative budget, and we either adopt it or reject it next week as the final budget. Carried by unanimous vote. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Hart, the meeting be closed. Carried by unanimous vote. Meeting closed at 5:19 p.m. ATTEST: CITY CLERK MAY , CITY F NATIO CITY, CALIFORKIA 7/3/62