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National City, California, June 6, 1961
Regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Hart
at 1:30 p.m, o'clock. Council members present: Allen, Hollingsworth,
Morgan, Reid, Hart, Council members absent: None.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Alston, Bird, Curran, Gautereaux,
Kerr, Roberts, Stockman.
The meeting was opened with pledge of allegiance to the Flag by City
Manager Bird, followed with invocation by Rev. Fults of the Lincoln
Acres Community Church.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Morgan, the minutes of the regular meeting
of May 23, 1961, be approved. Carried, all the Council present voting
aye.
RESOLUTION NO. 7932 was read, accepting Covenant Running With Land fro
Paradise Valley Hospital. Moved by Allen, seconded by Reid, the Reso-
lution be adopted, Carried, all the Council present voting aye,
ORDINANCE NO., "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE ANNEXAT4iON OF CERTAIN
UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESIGNATED 'AARDEMA AFNEXATION' TO THE CITY OF
NATIONAL CITY", was presented for the second and final reading, and
the title was read in full. Upon motion of Allen, seconded by Reid,
further reading of the Ordinance was waived. The motion was adopted
by unanimous vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 1000, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN
UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESIGNATED 'AARDEMA AZVNEXATION TO THE CITY OF
NATIONAL CITY." Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Morgan, the Ordi-
nance be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Alle
Hollingsworth, Morgan, Reid, Hart, Nays: None,
ATTORNEY CURRAN reported Continental Casualty Company has issued a
duplicate original excess third party liability policy for F. V. Parke
and Lester Parker dba Lester Parker Truck Company and/or Parker Truck
Company, and recommended the duplicate original eolicy No, 9997303 be
filed, Moved by Reid, seeonded by Morgan, the policy be filed, Car-
ried, all the Council present voting aye.
ATTORNEY CURRAN stated with reference to the question as to the legal
effect of the failure of the newspaper to publish properly the name of
the Mayor on an ordinance, the middle initial being incorrect; examine
tion of the statutes which control this problem indicates in National
City at the present time it really is not necessary to publish ordi-
nances; the reason is at the present time there is no newspaper which
is printed and published within the boundaries of the City. Some few
years ago the City Attorney called the attention of the City Clerk to
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the possibility of the question of publication arising and it was agreed
at that time the City Clerk would post three copies in public places
of each ordinance passed by the City of National City. The posting,
under the existing circumstances satisfy the requirements of the law;
therefore, the error on the part of the newspaper is immaterial and as
long as the posting is properly taken care of there is no question as
to the legality of the ordinance.
ATTORNEY CURR.AN reported on the suit which was filed in the Superior
Court by John Woolman, F. W. Sutherland, and L. W. Sutherland, co-
partners, doing business as Sutherland & Associates, vs. Jose. Castillo,
and the City of National City. Attorney Curran stated in the action
the presiding judge of the Superior Court of San Diego County made an
order shortening time so the City Attorney was required to make a Court
appearance on the afternoon of the morning in which the papers were
served on the City. The City appears to be protected because of the
fact the defendant, Jose Castillo, has a bond which requires him to
faithfully perform his contract with the City. The dispute in essence
is a matter of competitors contesting each other's rights. It is a
situation in which the City unfortunately is caught in the middle betwee
the competition of the plaintiffs and the defendant, Jose Castillo. The
Court, after a hearing, which does not finally settle the matter,
issued a preliminary injunction, The defendant, Jose Castillo, was not
awed, did not appear in Court, and by taking the proper steps will
have his opportunity in Court to contest the action. In the meantime,
the preliminary injunction does prohibit the City from permitting the
defendant, Jose Castillo, to remove any portion of the buildings which
he contracted to remove from the Olivewood Housing site except by
demolishing, tearing and rendering such structures apart. Until such
time as there is a further hearing on the matter there is nothing to be
done by the City. COUNCILMAN ALLEN asked the City Manager if it was
true the contract called for demolishing of the buildings instead of
removing them whole or partially demolished, ATTORNEY CURRAN stated
the question which has been posed is the point at issue to be deter-
mined by the Court, and sinoe this is a matter of litigation it would
not appear to be in the best interest of the City for any statements to
be made publicly by any City official whioh involved the ultimate deter-
mination of the officers, and be would, therefore, request the Council-
man who put the question be requested to pass over the matter or with-
draw the question at this time. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Reid, the
question not be answered by the City Manager at this time. Carried,
by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Hollingsworth, Morgan, Reid, Hart.
Nays: Allen.
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ATTORNEY CURRAN stated in regard to an order of the Public Utilities
Commission of the State of California, Case No. 6148, which is a case
where a decision was made some time ago, the City Attorney was author-
ized to appear, It was a long drawn out hearing and the City Attorney
only participated one day in the hearing in Los Angeles. A decision
was made which was supplemented by a more recent decision to which
several of the utilities in the State of California have taken excep-
tion, including the San Diego Gas & Electric Company and the California
Water & Telephone Company. The determination the rublic Utilities Com-
mission made in the re -hearing which was granted on the application of
the utilities in the matter, is of direct concern to our hearing of the
application of the San Diego Gas & Electric Company for increase in gas
rates. The City .attorney requested permission to attend a one day
hearing, Monday, June 12th, in San Francisco with reference to Case
No. 6148; and further requested, rather than being at the Council meet-
ing next Tuesday he be permitted to go to Sacramento to attend a por-
tion of the session of the Public Library Conference which is being
held in Sacramento that date. Senate Bill 789 will be discussed along
with other matters. Moved by Allen, seconded by Reid, the City Attor-
ney's requests for the various activities be granted. Carried, by the
following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hollingsworth, Morgan, Reid, Hart.
Nays: None.
MAYOR HART recommended Lillis Hlawatsch, 1239 E. 30th Street, be
appointed as a member of the Library Board to replace Mrs. Bagnall.
Moved by Allen, seconded by Reid, the recommendation of Mayor Hart to
appoint Mrs. Hlawatsch be approved. Carried, all the Council present
voting aye.
DONALD JACQUOT, 415 National Avenue, was present, representing the
National City and Chula Vista joint Chamber of Commerce Committee to
further the National City airport. A committee has been set up to
study the airport situation and try to find the most practical answer
in retaining the airport at the present site. Mr. Jacquot stated he
had some material he would like to present to the Council to read in
their spare time, and returned to him in about two weeks. Moved by
Allen, seconded by Hart, copies of the literature be given each Council
member and it be referred to the City Manager and City Attorney for a
report as to National City's feasibility and legality in regard to
entering into it. COUNCILMAN REID inquired how much it would cost to
make copies of the literature for the Council members. VICE MAYOR
HOLLINGSWORTH stated it is mostly pictures. MAYOR HART withdrew his
second to the motion. COUNCILMAN MORGAN stated th.e committee will have
to come in with more answers and determine the eou.rse they are going
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before we can find out whether we are interested and whether or not it
is legal. COUNCILMAN ALLEN stated he would withdraw his motion. Moved
by Allen, seconded by Hollingsworth, we have the City Manager make a
report as to the feasibility, and the City Attorney make a report as
to legality, as to what we can do with property located in the County.
Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hollingsworth,
Hart. Nays: Morgan, Reid.
LOWELL BLANKFORT, one of the new publishers of the Star News, was pres-
ent and introduced himself, and stated they are very happy to be here
and if there is any way they oan cooperate with the City Council and
City employees they will be delighted to do so.
COUNCILMAN MORGAN stated there are some builders in National City who
are using a type of material, which he showed the Council, for the out-
side walls. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Reid, we get a recommendation
from the Building Department, and if necessary for the Building Inspec-
tor to recommend an ordinance this not continue in National City. MAYOR
HART asked if Councilman Morgan would be willing to hold it aver for a
week. COUNCILMAN MORGAN said he was, if it would meet the approval of
Councilman Reid, who seconded the motion. COUNCILMAN REID was in
accord. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Reid, we refer it to the Building
Inspector for his recommendation on the siding for the outside of homes.
Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE presented:
General Fund $ 20,665.82
Traffic Safety Fund 2,867.66
Park Fund 219.38
Retirement Fund 9,587.65
Harbor Fund 1,821.28
Trust & Agency Fund 50.00
Payroll Fund 104.202.78
TOTAL $ 139,414.57
Moved by Morgan, seconded by Reid, the bills be approved for payment,
and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote
to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hollingsworth, Morgan, Reid, Hart. Nays: None.
CITY CLERK ALSTON reported the following bids were opened in her office
June 5th on park equipment: ZCY TRACTOR COMPANY, $7,159.00; A. H.
JOHNSON EQUIPMENT COMPANY, $8,244.00; TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY, $7,935.00;
SOUTHERN EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY COMPANY, $7,902.96; Alternate "A", $8,448.96;
Alternate "B", $8,526.96.
CITY MANAGER BIRD stated each member of the Council has been given a
oopy of the annual report of the Police Department for the calendar
year, 1960.
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COMMUNICATION FROM DONALD E. SMITH was read, submitting his resignation
from the Library Board. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Morgan,
the resignation be accepted with regret and a letter sent to Mr. Smith
thanking him for his services. Carried, all the Council present vot-
ing aye.
CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended the City Clerk be authorized to advertise
for bids for plant mix for the fiscal year 1961-62. Moved by Morgan,
seconded by Reid, the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids
for plant mix. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION FROM DAVID W. BIRD, Chairman, Board of Supervisors, was
read, relative to the unified civil defense organization agreement. A
disaster council meeting is scheduled for 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 7th,
in the Board of Supervisors''Chambers, San Diego, and it is requested
the representative from National City be present at the meeting. CITY
MANAGER BIRD recommended the communication be filed. Moved by Reid,
seconded by Morgan, the communication be filed. Carried, all the Coun-
cil present voting aye.
REPORT OF THE REAL ESTATE COMMITTEE was read, stating a letter from
City Motors Ford was presented requesting a 90 day option on a parcel
of land at National Avenue and 24th Street. It was the recommendation
of the committee City Motors Ford be given a 90 day option on the
property for a nominal fee of $10.00. Moved by Allen, seconded by Reid,
the recommendation of the Real Estate Committee be approved. Carried,
all the Council present voting aye.
REPORT OF THE 1T AL ESTATE COMMITTEE stated Mr. Donica, representing
Freeway Tire Company, was present and requested a lease of City prop-
erty. A motion was passed that Mr. Donica check the zoning and avail-
able land with the Planning Department and the Manager's office and
present a request for the particular parcel they desire. A motion was
passed the Committee notify Mr. Jenkins the parcel of land at 24th and
National Avenue is now under option for 90 days and he will be notified
when, and if, the option does not go into effect. Moved by Allen, sec-
onded by Reid, the recommendations of the Real Estate Committee be
approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
REPORT OF THE REAL ESTATE COMMITTEE was read, recommending all City
owned property west of National Avenue be placed under the same zone
regulations as the Bahia Vista Industrial Park, and landscaping be
required in the front yard set back area. COUNCILMAN ALLEN stated the
report should also read Ordinance 962 be changed accordingly. Moved
by Alien, seconded by Reid, the recommendation of the Real Estate Com-
mittee be approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
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REPORT OF THE RiAL ESTATE COMMITTEE stated it was their recommendation
the location of the City barns be referred back to the Planning Com-
mission for a recommendation of a new location. Moved by Allen, sec-
onded by Reid, the recommendation of the Real Estate Committee be
approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
REPORT FROM THE REAL ESTATE COMMITTEE was read, recommending the City
Planner be authorized to secure a title search on the land National
City purchased from the Government in the area between 22nd Street and
30th Street, and between National Avenue and "D" Avenue. CITY MANAGER
BIRD stated if this recommendation is going to be voted upon favorably,
he asked if the Council would consider, also at the same time, to add
the City property which lies between "D" Avenue and Highland Avenue,
in the vicinity of 22nd Street. Moved by Morgan, seconded by Reid, the
recommendation of the Real Estate Committee be approved, including the
recommendation of the City Manager of the property between "D" Avenue
and Highland Avenue, all the City owned property in the area. Carried,
all the Council present voting aye.
CITY MANAGER BIRD notified the Council the regular meeting of the Civil
Service Commission for the month of June will be held the third Thurs-
day, June 15th.
COMMUNICATION FROM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE was read, stating the Board of
Directors approved the City Advertising Budget for the fiscal year
1961-62; totalling $12,750,00. They are making application to conduct
the advertising projects as the City's agent and request a contract
covering same, similar to the current contract between the City of
National City and the National City Chamber of Commerce. CITY MANAGER
BIRD recommended the communication be referred to the Budget Committee.
Moved by Morgan, seconded by Reid, the communication be referred to the
Budget Committee. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
NOTICE FROM U. S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS was read, stating application
has been made by Pep's Kerosene Service for a permit to dredge approxi-
mately 124,500 cubic yards of material, and to construct a solid fill
pier with a concrete marginal wharf at the bayward end, in San Diego
Bay at a looation approximately on a prolongation of 24th Street,
National City. Interested persons are invited to inspect the drawings
on file in the office of the Corps of Engineers, and to submit in writ-
ing, in triplicate, on or before 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 21, 1961,
any objections based on navigation interests they may have to said work.
VICE MAYOR HOLLINGSWORTH asked if the City Manager thought some of our
staff should be present at the hearing in case there are objections
filed by someone. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he thought there should be
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a representation from the City at the hearing. Moved by Allen, sec-
onded by Reid, arrangements be made for the Deputy City Attorney to
appear at the hearing, and any Council members who would like to appear
and other interested persons who would like to attend, do so. COUNCIL-
MAN MORGAN stated he thought the City Manager or Administrative Assis-
tant should attend. COUNCILMAN AtT,iN said he too thought so. Carried,
by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hollingsworth, Morgan,
Reid, Hart. Nays: None.
NOTICE FROM U. S. ARMY CORiS OF ENGINI`ERS regarding application of
Commanding Officer, U. S. Naval Station, for a permit to relocate fleet
mooring buoys in San Diego Bay, was read. Moved by Hollingsworth, sec-
onded by Morgan, the communication be filed. Carried, all the Council
present voting aye.
RE2ORT FROM CITY ENGINEER ROBERTS was read, relative to proposed Allied
Contractors Annexation by Chula Vista. This is another "Corridor'
annexation and would affect National City. Moved by Allen, seconded by
Hollingsworth, the recommendation of the City Engineer be referred to
the City Attorney for a legal interpretation and recommendation to the
Council. Carried, all the Council present voting are.
COMMUNICATION FROM STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND was read, enclos-
ing a dividend of $10,505.47 on their workmen's compensation insurance
policy for the year ending July 1, 1960. The amount represents 54% of
the premium paid. This return is in addition to the premium saving
achieved by the City through a reduction in rates under the California
Experience Rating Flan; and as a result the total saving for the period
amounts to 60% of the premium at basic or manual rates. CITY MANAGER
BIRD recommended we place the letter on file, a copy be sent to all
department heads, and the City Treasurer accept the check. Moved by
Morgan, seconded by Reid, the recommendation of the City Manager be
approved in regard to accepting the dividend check. Carried, by the
following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hollingsworth, Morgan, Reid, Hart.
Nays: None.
COUNCILMAN ALLEN excused.
COMMUNICATION FROM T. M. HEGGLAND, CHMFF ADMINISTRATOR, COUNTY OF SAN
DIEGO was read, stating his letter of March 22, 1961 indicated due to
the increased cost of prisoner care the rates for inmates in the County
jail would be raised from $3.70 per day to $4.00 per day effective
July 1, 1961. Copies of the agreement for use of jail facilities were
enclosed. It was the recommendation of the CITY MANAGER it be referred
to the City Attorney for scrutiny of the contract, and if it meets the
legal requirements, he be authorized to prepare the necessary resolution
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to have the Mayor sign the contract. Moved by neid, seconded by Horgan,
the recommendation of the City Manager be approved. Carried, all the
Council present voting aye.
COUNCILMAN ALLEN present.
C01MtNiICATION FROM ALAN CRANSTON, CONTROLLER OF TL' STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
was read, stating one of the divisions of his office with which offi-
cials of local government have considerable contact is the Division of
County Budgets and Reports. It has been recognized for some time the
name of this division does not adequately describe the varied functions;
therefore, effective July 1, 1961, the name of the division will be:
DIVISION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT FISCAL AFFAIRS. CITY MANAGER BIRD recom-
mended the communication be received by the City Clerk and placed on
file and acknowledgment of receipt sent to the State Controller. Moved
by Allen, seconded by Reid, the recommendation of the City Manager be
approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
NOTICE, OP SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY called for Thursday,
June 8th at 3:00 p.m., was read; also the minutes of their regular
meeting of May llth, were presented. CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended the
two documents be received and placed on file. Moved by Morgan, sec-
onded by Reid, the documents be received and placed on file. Carried,
all the Council present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION ADDRESSED TO MAYOR HART FROM STATE TREASURER BERT A.
BETTS was read, congratulating the Mayor and officials of National City
for the wonderful Maytime Band Review, and the great privilege afforded
him to act as the Honorary Grand Marshal. Moved by Alien, seconded by
Reid, the communication be acknowledged and filed. Carried, all the
Council present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION ADDRESSED TO PARK SUPT. GAUTERLAUX from George M. Cannon
was read, stating he is resigning as Groundsman I, June 16, 1961. Mr.
Cannon stated he is not eligible for a full fifteen days vacation until
July 7th, so would like to take the days he has due beginning June 19th,
CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended the resignation be accepted as of the
date of July 10, 1961, because of the accrued time. Moved by Morgan,
seconded by Reid, the recommendation of the City Manager in regard to
Mr. Cannon's termination date be approved. Carried, all the Council
present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION FROM SAN DIEGO & ARIZONA EASTERN RAILWAY COMPANY was
read, stating Carl M. Eichenlaub, Supt., will retire from active duty
effective May 31, 1961. Moved by Allen, seconded by Reid, the commuri-
oation be filed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
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APPLICATION OF SOUTH BAY PLAZA SYNDICATE to move a building was pre-
sented. The present location of the building is 1001 Plaza Boulevard
to the 1200 Block on Plaza Boulevard, for use as a commercial garden
shop. REPORTS FROM CHIEF BUILDING INSPECTOR BIGGS AND CITY PLANNER
STOCKMAN were read, recommending the request to move the building be
approved, subject to certain requirements and recommendations as set
forth in the reports. Moved by Allen, seconded by Reid, the request
of the South Bay Plaza Syndicate be approved, incorporating the recom-
mendations of the Building Inspector and the City Planning Commission.
Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION FROM CITY OF SAN DIEGO relative to Ramm's Subdivision was
read, stating they are ready to proceed with the necessary Council
action to accomplish the deannexation of the Subdivision from the City
of San Diego in order National City may annex the area. They desire a
letter of assurance from National City regarding the sewer and water
matters discussed in January. The tentative agreements reached were
listed in the communication. A letter from National City acknowledging
that the City of San Diego's expense shall be limited to the connection
mentioned in item two and to the meter removal mentioned in item three
will clear the proceedings for action by the City Council of the City
of San Diego. CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended the City Manager be
authorized to answer the communication in the affirmative in the two
items required, which were worked out in January, and the deannexation
from the City of San Diego can then be started. Moved by Allen, sec-
onded by Reid, the recommendation of the City Manager in regard to
affirming our stand on the two items regarding Ramm's Annexation be
approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE HARBOR COMMITTEE May 25th was read, recom-
mending expenditures from the Harbor Fund be allowed to install a gas
line to serve Fire Station No. 2 in the amount of approximately $1,450.
and if within reasonable cost, the electric range be changed to a gas
range in Fire Station No. 2. Moved by Allen, seconded by Reid, the
recommendation of the Harbor Committee be approved. Carried, by the
following vote to -wit: Ayes: Allen, Hollingsworth, Morgan, Reid, Hart.
Nays: None.
CITY CLERK ALSTON stated at the last meeting of the Council the petition
for annexation of Lincoln Acres was referred to the City Clerk. Mrs.
Alston read the affidavit which certified 338 signatures to be regis-
tered voters residing within the territory described on the attached
petition. It was further certified the total number of registered
voters residing within the above annexation as 1,130. Moved by Allen,
seconded by Reid, the certification of the City Clerk and Registrar of
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Voters be accepted, and the matter referred to the City Attorney for
the necessary resolution to proceed with the annexation. Carried, all
the Council present voting aye.
CITY CLERK ALSTON presented the Affidavit of Publication of Resolution
of Intention No. 7928 relative to Improvement of Prospect Street Between
18th Street and 22nd Street. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Mor-
gan, the Affidavit be filed. Carried, all the Council present voting
aye.
CITY CLERK ALSTON stated she wished to express her appreciation to the
Council for authorizing her to attend the International Institute of
Municipal Clerks; it was a very informative session and gathered some
good ideas which she thought would benefit the City.
BULLETIN FROM LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES was read regarding AB 2643 -
Metropolitan Transit Authority. The bill has been referred to the
Senate Committee on Transportation and an immediate response from all
cities directed to their senator and the chairman of the Senate Commit-
tee on Transportation is necessary if there is to be any hope of stop-
ping the legislation. Moved by Alien, we send wires to all of our
representatives. VICE MAYOR iOLLINGSWORTH stated a communication should
be sent to Senator Fisher. COUNCILMAN ALLEN withdrew his motion. Moved
by Hollingsworth, seconded by Morgan, a communication be sent to Sena-
tor Hugo Fisher and the Chairman of this committee expressing our oppo-
sition to the bill. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
BULLETIN FROM THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES regarding AB 350 - Politi-
cal Activities of City Employees, was read. Opposition to this measure
should be expressed to your assemblyman with a copy of the letter to
the chairman and members of the Committee on Elections and Reapportion-
ment. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Morgan, our Assemblyman from
this district be sent a letter opposing this measure, and also a letter
to the Chairman of the Committee on Elections and Reapportionment,
expressing opposition to this bill. Carried, by the following vote
to -wit: Ayes; Hollingsworth, Morgan, Reid, Hart. Nays: Allen.
BULLETIN FROM THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES was read relative to
Municipal Liability - SB 1031. Support in the Assembly is vitally
necessary if this bill is to be enacted. Moved by Hollingsworth, sec-
onded by Morgan, a letter be sent to our Assemblymen supporting this
bill. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
CITY ENGINEER ROBERTS reported the Engineering Department received a
circular letter from Sacramento regarding AB 2428, which would license
draftsmen as building designers and authorize them to practice and offer
to practice Civil engineering. AB 2781 would amend the Engineering
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Registration Law to allow anyone to design ttri„y size or kind of build-
ings. These two bills were introduced at the request of authorized
drafting services. A leaflet was enclosed, showing some of the effects
of earthquakes on ordinary commercial buildings. CITY ENGINEER ROBERTS
stated Mr. White is Executive Secretary of the State Board of Regis-►
tration for Civil and Professional Engineers; and he answered Mr.
White's letter stating he is vigorously opposed to the passage of the
above bills. Mr. Roberta distributed the brochures on the effects of
earthquakes among the Council members.
REPORT FROM Ti3E.PLANNING COMMISSION was read, relative to application
for Zone Variance No. Z 13, signed by C. Lee and Edith Mae Dawson,
relative to the property located at 1838 Palm Avenue, an R-4 Multiple
Family Residence Zone.. Petitioners are requesting permission to con-
struot an addition to their garage on the back of their lot, for the
purpose of using it as an upholstery shop. The Commission recommended
the zone variance be denied. CITY PLANNER STOCKMAN stated at the last
Council meeting an appeal was accepted by the Council and it has been
set for public hearing June 13th; therefore, no action is to be taken
at this time,
Moved by Morgan, seconded by Reid, the meeting be closed. Carried,
all the Council present voting aye. Meeting closed at 3;18 p.m.
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