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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1957 10-01 CC MIN118 National City, California, October 1, 1957 Regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Hodge at 1:30 P.M. o'clock. Council members present: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Council members absent: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Alston, Bird, Curran, Stockman, Lill, Holgate. The meeting was opened with pledge of allegiance to the Flag, fol- lowed by invocation by Rev. Clark. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the minutes of the adjourned meeting of September 5, 1957, be approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that the min- utes of the regular meeting of September 17, 1957, be approved. Car- ried, all the Council present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 7077 was read, authorizing the granting of a right of way to San Diego Gas & Electric Company, over a portion of the south- west quarter of Quarter Section 128 of Rancho de la Nation, and the Mayor is authorized and directed to execute that certain conveyance entitled "Right of Way". Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Hart, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 7078 was read, accepting a Grant Deed executed by Margaret M. Noble dated September 9, 1957. Moved by Hart, seconded by Fessman, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 7079 was read, approving and accepting that certain agreement with the County of San Diego for pound facilities and ser- vices, and the Mayor is authorized to execute the same for and on behalf of the City. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 7080 was read, finding and determining that Warrant No. 10972 issued on July 16th, 1957, for the sum of $16.95 payable to the order of J. N. Geazan Co. has become lost or destroyed, and the same is ordered cancelled and rescinded. The City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to refuse any payment on account of said warrant. The City Clerk is authorized and directed to draw a new warrant in a like sum in the place of said Warrant No. 10972 hereby cancelled and rescinded. Moved by Hart, seconded by Hollings- worth, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the Council pres- ent voting aye. RESCLUTION NO. was read, authorizing the filing of a condem- nation suit, for the purpose of the acquisition and construction of a certain street improvement, to -wit: The widening of Harbison Aven- ue at Earle Drive in the City of Nati onal City. COUNCILWOMAN HOL- LINGSVORTH asked the City Engineer whether this is necessary for the 10/1/57 119 improvement of Harbison Avenue. CITY ENGINEER LILL stated the Traf- fic Department of the Engineering Office thought we would be just as well off if we did not have that particular widening of Harbison Avenue at that point inasmuch as the Reo Drive connection which is planned to take off easterly, would provide adequate width. It was their recommendation that we not acquire additional right of way at this time. On Harbison Avenue the Williams Manor No. 4 subdivision has installed the curbs and sidewalks on the widened alignment at this location, and if we do not aoquire the right of way, then we should provide the necessary traffic measures to take care of the jog in the alignment. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Heck, that the Resolution be adopted. Motion lost, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Nays: Hart, Hollingsworth, Hodge. CONTINUED HEARING ON .I AVENUE fl PROVLMENT was held at this time. CaVUvIUNICATION FROM MRS. ROSALIE MICHEL, 2214 411 Avenue, was read stating that the top soil was removed but never replaced, and before she paid for the work this condition should be taken care of. RE- PORT FROM CITY ENGINEER LILL AND CITY MANAGER BIRD was read, stating that the three letters received on the improvement of 91. Avenue have been investigated as follows: A: Mrs. Moody of 2305 111 Aven- ue did not protest the work done, but requests that 23rd Street be graded now from 414 Avenue to 0 J1 Avenue and that a drainage pocket be eliminated at the alley on 23rd Street. Such grading is not a part of the subject improvement and should not be done until 23rd Street and 1J4 Avenue are improved. It is recommended that the City fill the small drainage pocket. B: Mr. Spring of 909 East 22nd Street did not protest the work done on the subject improvement. He observes that the existing oiled surface was damaged at 909 East 22nd Street. It is recommended that this portion of 22nd Street be repaired by the City, as deemed necessary by the City Manager. C: Mr. Vigneault of 2231 411 Avenue protests the depth of top soil in the sidewalk area on the side of 414 Avenue between 23rd Street and 24th Street, stating that the plans specify 4 inches of top soil and the amount placed varies from none to 4 inches. The intent of the Specifications was to avoid, as far as possible, the situation that occurred on the 1K4 Avenue 1911 Improvement, wherein the City placed top soil in the sidewalk area after the property owners had protested against the backfill material used by the Contractor. There was not a great deal of material that could be classified as top soil in the 41. Avenue grading, particularly in the street adjacent to Mr. Vig- neault's property. It is noted that the City furnished at least 30 loads of top soil to the Contractor for placing; in the sf dewalk area. It is concluded that the intent of the Contract has been fulfilled, and the protests be overruled. Mr. Vigneahitts property has 10 per- cent of the area of the improvement district. FLu1D NICHOLS, 2215 14 Avenue, was present and stated they have never had any top soil put on their property. ARTHUR J. VIGNEAULT, 2331 9I4 Avenue, was present and stated his assessment amounts to nearly $2,000.00 and he does not see what he is getting back for it; the Contractor has not done what was called for in the contract. E&iNST SPITING, 909 E. 22nd Street, was present and stated he understands that the City will re- pair the portion of the street that has been damaged. CITY WAGER 10/1/57 120 BIID stated that is the intention of the City. Moved by Hart, that this job be done right, and they be given the top soil they were promised and that the job be continued until it is finished. Motion died for lack of a second. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hart, that the City Engineer and the City Manager instruct the contractor of the project to properly complete it in terms of the conditions and spec- ifications such as placing of 4 inches of top soil, as outlined. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: Nine. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Hart, that the hearing on ''Id Avenue be continued until 2:00 P.M. October 22nd. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. OPENING OF BIDS on sale of City property between Division and 4th Street, was held at this time. BID of Morrie S. rraus was read, of- fering $200,500.00 for the real property. The terms of the bid are as follows: S50,000.00 cash on close of escrow; balance evidenced by first trust deed and promissory note payable on or before 36 months from date; 5% interest payable quarterly; seller to subordinate im- provement and construction loan pursuant to usual subordination agree- ment prepared by Union Title Insurance and Trust Company. This offer is subject to a small business zone, at intersection of Euclid and Division Streets; and 20 lots surrounding for apartments. COUNCIL- uuC ViAN HOLLINGSORTH stated the Council did not want any of this prop- erty to be zoned for business as it would ruin the entire area, and she would not care to accept the offer. COUNCILMAN HECK said there was no consideration taken by the Council to make it multiple dwell- ings, not to mention business, and thought the bid should be rejected on that basis. ATTORNEY KAHN, 920 Bank of America Bldg., associated with IVir. Kraus, was present and stated they would be willing to de- lete that portion of the bid relating to the business zone. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that the bid be rejected, on the basis that there was only one bid received. Carried, bythe following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Hodge. Nays: Heck, Hollingsworth. ATTORNEY KAHN stated perhaps the Council might authorize the City Manager to attempt to get more bids, and they would be open for con- sideration to buy the property. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hol- lingsworth, that the Council request the City Manager to contact those firms which evidenced interest in this piece of property and ascertain from them, if possible, why they did not submit a bid, and see if a little interest can be generated in this deal, and if it be- comes evident then that we cannot do batter than this offer, that we might consider acceptance of it, but until such time as we have made an investigation, we should go as far as we can to be sure we are getting the most we can for the piece of property. MAYOR HODGE stated it is his opinion the reason we had only one bid and that it was no higher than it was is because building money for individual units is very tight, and that we could get closer to 000,000.00 had it been for apartments. He would like to have a bid put out and have it zoned for apartments and see what the difference would be. COUNCILMAN HART agreed. COUNCILMAN FESSMAN said that unless the people in the area approved of multiple: dwellings, he would not want to force it on them. COUNCILMAN FES3k4.N, with the approval of Councilwoman Hollingsworth, included ira the motion that the City 10/1/57 121 Manager try to ascertain the difference in the pride if it were zoned multiple. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. HEARING ON ARNOLD'S ANNEXATION ZONING was held at this time. REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COiMISSION was read regarding the establishment of zoning. First public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on July 22nd with the second hearing held on August 26th and recessed to the September loth meeting. The area between the proposed Plaza Blvd. and 8th Street to be zoned G-3, General business, with an R-4, Multiple Residence buffer zone to the south and the remaining area to be zoned R-1, Single Family Residence. The Commission recommended the granting of the zoning as requested by tie owner of the 0. D. Arnold Estates. PROTEST from property owners inthe area was read, asking that the area be zoned R-1; if it is not possible to have an R-1 zone in this area, they asked that a buffer zone of R-2 o s be con- structed behind the homes on Olive Avenue and a C-2 zone be estab- lished rather than a C-3 zone on the remaining land. COUNCILIVAN 'ESSMAN asked if the meeting was held with Mr. Arnold and the people who were protesting this zoning. SAMUEL A. KING, 826 Olive Ave., was present and stated the meeting was not held due to the fact that they called Mr. Arnold on the phone and he said he had nothing to lose, that he had what he wanted out of it. 0. D. ARNCLD 6122 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, was present and stated some of the people called him and wanted him to meet with the property owners, and asked if he would be willing to make a trade, and he said he was always interested in trades, but as far as trying to meet with the people after meeting two or three times with the Planning Commission, it seemed senseless. BY±L D. PHELPS, Engineer for Mr. Arnold, was pres- ent and stated it is the practice in subdivisions of about 200 homes there is a necessity for a shopping center, not necessarily a large one. Mr. Arnold has provided for the widening of 8th Stret, the wid- ening of Plaza Blvd., and the improvement of same. He has tried to provide for ample parking around the building. There was a question of scnie of the cars shining their lights into the homes which are to t.e west of the subdivision, and Mr. Phelps said he suggested. to Mr. Arnold that he should build a tight board fence. Mr. Arnold should be allowed the zoning as requested, and if there are certain restrict- ions the Council would like to be on there at the time building per- mits, etc. are issued, he believes it could be part of the zoning re- quest. COUNCILMAN HECK said he thought we should go ahead and pro- ceed with this subdivision as previously recommended. COUNCIENAN FESSVIAN stated that a C-3 zone permits many more types of businesses that would not be presentable there under any circumstances, mold that possibly we should consider a C-2 zone, and any business that is per- mitted in C-3 and not in C-2 zone if they desire they could come in for a zone variance rather than zone the entire area C-3. C. L.. B1hNETT, 827 Olive Avenue was present and said he did not think it would be good to have two shopping centers so close together. Mioved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that the Planning Commission's recom- mendation be allowed, except that the zone which they have allocated for 0-3 be changed to C-2. COUNCIL4MAN HOLLINGScaOi3TH asked if Mr. Fessman meant to incorporate in the motion that the fence be built to protect the people. COliNOILw,AN FESSIVi" N asked if that was not in 10/1/57 122 the recommendation of the Planning Commission. CITY PLANNLR STOCKMAN said they did not include the fence. CHA!LES HONAKER, 927 Olive Avenue, was present and stated that Mr. Arnold does not consider the property owners. COUNCILIViAN HART suggested that Mr. Fessman include the building of the fence in his motion. COUNCILMAN FESSitiAN asked if Mr. Arnold would be willing to put in a concrete block fence six feet high instead of a board fence. MR. PHELPS stated the fence will be by the pipeline and if that is to be replaced, when they dig the ditch a concrete block wall would fall over. Councilman Fessman said if they do not consent to put up a concrete block fence he will with- draw his second to the motion. Motion died for lack of a second. Moved by Heck, that the Planning Commission's recommendation for 0. D. Arnold Estates be approved with the further restriction that the subdivider will erect a fence of proper height, within proper legal limits, and the zoning map be accepted. Motion died for lack of a second. Moved by Hollingsworth that the Planning Commission's rec- ommendation be sustained by the Council with the exopetion that it be in a C-2 category instead of C-3 and that the City Manager be auth- orized to enter into a signed agreement with Mr. Arnold for the con- struction of a fence to protect the people on Olive Avenue. COUNCIL- MAN FESSMAN said there were two parts to the motion, and if it should pass it would put it in a C-2 zone, and the matter of the fence would be left "up in the airy' and if for some reason the contract or agree- ment did not get signed, they would be without a fence. MAYOR HODGE said the agreement would be signed first. COMIVIUNICATION FROM O. D. ARNOLD, dated Sept. 5th, addressed to the Planning Commission, was read which stated they agreed to erect a tight board fence in the rear of the houses along a 30 foot easement. Motion seconded by Fessman, Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: Hart, Heck. COUNCILMAN HECK excused. COMMUNICATION FROM CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION was read, which stated that the term of Charles E. Anderson as a member of the Civil Ser- vice Commission expires September 30, 1957; therefore, an appointment on or before that date is in order. Moved by Hollingsworth, that the Mayor consider Charles Anderson to be reappointed to the Civil Service Commission. COUNCILMAN HART submitted the name of Clifford Reed for consideration, in the event Mr. Anderson does not wish to serve for another term. MAYOR HODGE stated he talked with Mr. And- erson, and he does not wish to serve again on the Commission. Mot- ion died for lack of a second. COUNCILMAN HECK present. COUNCILMAN HART excused. ATTORNEY CUiRN reported that Chapter 869 of the Statutes enacted by the 1957 Session of the Legislature provide that the City Council may appoint somebody to accept conveyances of interest in real prop- erty. The purpose of the legislation is to preclude the necessity of filing a separate resolution as acceptance with each deed or ease- ment, thereby, cluttering up unnecessarily the records in the County 10/1/57 123 Recorder's office. Pursuant to this legislation, it is recommended that the preparation of a resolution authorizing the City Clerk to accept conveyances, pursuant to Chapter 869 be authorized. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Attorney's recom- mendation be allowed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. ATTORNEY CURRAN reported that Application No. 39309 of the Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Company before the Public Utilities Commission which involved a hearing on an application for rate increases on telephones, toll service, etc. was conducted on September 25th and 26th, The unofficial word is that the Commission has determined that no interim increase should be granted and the Telephone Company should be compeled to make a showing of the necessity for an increase in rates. The larger cities in the State, particularly the City of Los Angeles and the City of San Francisco are appearing as interested parties in these proceedings, and until such time as we ascertain that National City has a more direct interest, which would not be in- cluded in the interest of the other Metropolitan areas, it is recom- mended we do not appear, but that we keep tract of the proceedings and particularly if there is any sug(:estion, or any new zones created whereby National City should be in effect discriminated against, at least as against its present system, we would then reconsider the matter of appearing. COUNCILMAN HART present. ATTORNEY CURRAN stated that Industrial Indemnity Company has issued a Certificate of Insurance showing that Harry DeMenge and Virginia DeMenge have statutory California compensation employer's liability insurance, and recommended the Certificate be approved and filed. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that the Attorney's recommend- ation be followed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. ATTORNEY CURRAN stated that pursuant to the action of the City Coun- oil at its last meeting, the Dept. of Alcoholic Beverage Control has been advised that the City of National City does protest the ap- plication for an on sale beer license to Highland Inn, and for an on sale beer and wine license to Roma Pizza House. ATTORNEY CURRAN reported that the Insurance Agents Association has filed a new automobile fleet, fire and theft policy, and recommended it be approved and accepted. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the Attorney's recommendation be approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COME1 TTEE presented: General Fund $16,804.19 Traffic Safety Fund 3,981.18 Park Fund 162.89 Retirement Fund 3,256.22 Gas Tax Fund 3,372.50 Trust & Agency Fund 150.16 Special Street Fund 7,524.22 Drainage Fund 8,258.65 Special Census Fund 2,05 TOTAL $43,512.06 10/1/57 124 Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Hart, the bills be approved for payment, and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the fol- lowing vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM ROBERT T. S.OGREN was read stating that on July 13, 1957, Albert E. Heflin, 3145 °D.` Avenue; Charles F. Carter, 408 East 30th Street; Mrs. Imogen Baker, 416 E. 30th Street, and Samuel M. Eby, 3123 'D" Avenue, requested the Council to consent to the commencement of annexation proceedings for an area bounded by 32nd Street and 30th Street and between s'C'' Avenue and "E" Avenue. On August 6, 1957, a protest to the annexation proceeding signed by 28 residents in this area was filed with the City Council. In view of this protest his clients, Mr. Heflin, et al, have authorized him to request the Council to take no further action and dismiss the pet- ition for consent to annex. CITY PLANNER STOCKMAN stated the report in this regard will be presented later in the meeting. COMMUNICATION FROM OFFICE OF BYRL D. PHELPS stating that their client has askew them to request suspension of that phase of Ordinance No. 904, Section 8, which requires concrete paving on subidivision streets in excess of a 12% grade, for Mary Lane, in 0. D. Arnold's Estates, Unit No. 2. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, the letter be referred to the City Engineer for a report and recommendation. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COViMUNICATION FROM FIRE DEPARTMENT was read requesting the Mayor proclaim October 6th to 12th as Fire Prevention Week. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hart, that the Mayor be authorized to make the proclamation. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. REQUEST FROM PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED CCUN1TTEE to proclaim October 7th to 13th as handicapped week, was read. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Hart, that the Mayor proclaim the week of October 7th to 13th as handicapped week. Carried, all the Council present vot- ing aye. COMi1UNICATION FROM CITY TREASURER HOLGATE was read, which stated that due to illness she will be away from her office for approximat- ely four weeks, during which time Mrs. Iva Norman will be in charge. APPLICATION BY CLATE A. GATLIN to move a building from 1500 Cleveland Avenue to 2025 Harrison Avenue for use as a warehouse, was presented. REPORT FROM BUILDING INSPECTOR BIGGS was read, recommending the re- quest be granted subject to certain requirements. Moved by Hart, seconded by Fessman, that the request be granted, subject to the recommendation of the Building Inspector. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM SAN DIEGO COUNTY W.TER AUTHORITY was read in re- gard to the San Dieguito Irrigation District which has to its ac- count in tiuthority storage in San Vicente Reservoir a total of 365.5 acre feet of stored Colorado River water. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated 10/1/57 125 he had a call from the Acting Manager of the California Water & Telephone Company regarding this communication, and as they are our agents, they cannot in this instance sign or agree for the transfer of this water, which amounts to about 20 acre feet as far as our proportion of it, and it is their recommendation that we should act favorably upon this request. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the Mayor be authorized to sign this approval for the distribution of water. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY CLERK ALSTON reported she attended the League of California Cities Conference in San Francisco the first three days of last week; the sessions were very instructive and the Legislature has made over 200 changes in the election laws. MRS. ALSTON expressed her appreciation for being allowed to attend the Conference. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported we received thirty-one inquiries in re- gard to the brochure which was put out and our advertising on the parcel of property for which we only received one bid. The inquiries were from cities throughout the United States. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he had a report of the attendance of Mr. Gautereaux, Supt. of Parks, of the conference of the League of Calif- ornia Cities and the report was very good. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he had a letter from the Division of High- ways relative to Project 62, Gas Tax Project, which is the improve- ment of 8th Street from Hoover Avenue to q.,4 Avenue. REPORT FROM CITY ENGINEER LILL was read, stating that transmitted herewith for approval is a set of plans and specifications for the improvement of 8th Street, Hoover Avenue to AL; Avenue. It is planned to resurface 8th Street from Hoover Avenut to ilK, Avenue and to install curbs, gutters and paving from 41(4 Avenue to 'I° Avenue, including excav- ation and grading of the sidewalk area in this block. The plans and specifications have been approved by the State Division of Highways. CITY MANGER BIRD recommended that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids, said bids to be opened at 3:00 P.M., October 21st. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the City Manager's request be allowed and we advertise for bids. Carried, all the Council pres- ent voting aye. REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER LILL and CITY MANAGER BIRD, HEARING OFFICERS, on Engineer's report for the improvement of 17th Street from National Avenue to 1B4 Avenue, was read. A hearing was held September 30th at 8:00 P.M., and there was no one present with the exception of the Hearing Officers and J. Neiman of the Engineering Staff. No written protests had been received. It was recommended that the project proceed under the 1911 Improvement Act procedure. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the Hearing Officers' recommendation be allowed, and the Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary resolutions to continue the project. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. 10/1/57 126 CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he received a follow up communication from T. M. Heggland, County Administrator, regarding the proposed agree- ment dealing with the sounding of Civilian Defense sirens, and at the last meeting of the Council this matter was approved, and recom- mended that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare the necessary resolution and authorization of the Mayor. Moved by Hart, seconded by Fessman, that the request of the City Manager be granted. Car- ried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. TORT FROM CITY MANAGER BIND regarding the closing of 4V4 Avenue was read. A conference was held on itugust 28th aad all property owners were represented but one, the church property an the west side of oV. Avenue at 8th Street. The willingness of property owners on the west side to dedicate the necessary property was again af- firmed, however, with conditions. Said conditions cannot be fulfill- ed at the present. The petitioners for the closing of the existing portion of the street stated a willingness to deed to the City with 90 days, that portion requested to be closed upon demand of the City. Some property owners are opposed to the closing because of physical difficulties and cannot, at present, dedicate the necessary property to make N. Avenue a full width street. The acquisition by condem- nation proceedings by the City, in the opinion of the City Mianager, is not warranted, as the resultant enhancement of the property values is to the individual at the expense of tie City at large. All prop- erty owners are for an improved street, but same cannot be accomp- lished. Therefore, it is not feasible nor economical and a majority protest will result if such a move is attempted. Closing of the street as requested, will result in a law suit against the City by property owners who hold that the present W" Avenue is necessary for access to their properties. The &anager recommends for Council consideration that "iU Avenue be retained as it now exists, a ded- icated half street extending from 8th Street north to 6th Street on the east side, and that same benaintained in a passable condition. It is recommended that action of the City Council giving property owners 30 days to deed their property for street purposes be recon- sidered. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated his reason for recommending it be maintained in a passable condition was to overcome the possible lia- bility to the City in the event of any accident along the street. Considerable discussion followed. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hol- lingsworth, that we accept the City Managers recommendation and the Council rescind the action notifying the property has to be deeded for street purposes within 30 days. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: Fessman, Hart. CITY MANAGER BIRD presented an easement which he received from R. V. Ambre in regard to our drainage situation, and recommended that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare a resolution of acceptance.. There is a fee of $750 for this easement, which should be incorpor- ated in the resolution so that the proper officials can sign it. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Managers recom- mendation be allowed and the Attorney prepare the resolution. Car- ried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, 10/1/57 127 Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM CHIEF OF POLICE SMITH was read, stating that Officer R. L. Collier has submitted his resignation as Patrolman effective November 15, 1957, and recommended it be accepted. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that the resignation be accepted. Car- ried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC COMPANY was read regard- ing location of poles in City streets. This letter is in answer to a letter from the City regarding the proposed future location of poles within the City limits of National City. Inz accordance with the franchise between the City of National City and the Gas & Elec- trio Company, it is believed that if the City requests the placing of poles behind the contiguous curb and sidewalk at property line, the City would have to furnish easements covering their line and overhang would have to be provided. Accordingly, it is requested that the City Attorney of National City be directed to advise the Manager's office, if under the terms of the franchise they are sub- ject to acquiring easements, or if they are to be provided by the City of National City. CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended this commun- ication be referred to the City Attorney for his opinion. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that the City Manager's recommendation be followed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye, RESOLUTION NO. 7081 was read, authorizing the transfer of $25,000.00 from the General Fund to the Park Fund, as a loan only. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 7082 was read, authorizing the transfer of $15,000.00 from the General Fund to the Library Fund, as a loan only. Moved by Hart, seconded by Fessman, that the Resolution be adopted. Car- ried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM NATIONAL PLATING AND PROCESSING COMPANY was read, requesting discussion of extension of existing leases now held. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated this is actually a request for an immediate meeting of the Harbor Committee to consider the extension of their lease holdings which has been made necessary by their application to the Federal Government for a small business loan which has been authorized, but it will necessitate a rewriting of our present leases on all four parcels. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollings- worth, the communication be referred to the Harbor Committee. Car- ried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. COUNCILMAN FESStiiAN, Chairman of the Harbor Committee asked that the Committee meet Friday afternoon at 3:00 P.M. October 3rd. COMMUNICATION FROIVi CHIEF OF POLICE SMITH was read stating that Officer Floyd M. Reynolds hay; submitted his resignation as Patrolman effective September 30, 1957, and recommended it be accepted, Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, the resignation be accepted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. 10/1/57 128 COMMUNICATION FROM SAN DIEGO TRAFFIC SAFETY COUNCIL regarding al- location of funds, was read. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated the request for funds was referred to the i''inance Committee, and it was their recommendation that no funds be provided for in the budget. Moved by Hart, seconded by Fessman, that the letter be filed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY I\IAANAGER BIRD said he would like to recommend that necessary changes in the Engineering Department be made, that Donald A. New- berry, Assot. Eng. be appointed as Assoc. Eng.; Alfred V. Roberts, Ass't Eng. be appointed as Assoc. Eng.; Richard D. Dudley, Jr. Civ. Eng. be appointed as Ass't. Eng.; Barbara h. Smith, aec.-Steno be increased from $287 to $301, all to be made effective October 1st. These classifications were set up and in all instances do carry an increase in salary, however, they are within the salary range which was set up in the budget, Moved by Heck, seconded by Hart, that the Managero s recommendation for these job classifications be allowed. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM CITY ENGINEER LILL regarding proposed master plan Plaza Boulevard and adjacent streets, was read. Transmitted were two prints showing the proposed alignment of Plaza Boulevard from ci144 Avenue to 8th Street and of certain proposed connecting streets in the area. It is recommended this proposed alignment for Plaza Boulevard be adopted by the City and that all developments be re- quired to conform to such alignment. It is also recommended that the alignment of the proposed adjacent streets be adopted by the City. It is noted that a portion of the Channel and of Plaza Blvd. cross unincorporated area in the County of San Diego. It is sug- gested that the County be requested to adopt the alignment shown in such area. The location of the proposed channel for the Paradise Creek Drainage Project is also shown on the enclosed drawing. CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended it be referred to the Planning Commission, and the Council be given copies of it so they can study the matter for future action. Moved by Hart., seconded by Fessman, that the recommendation of the City Manager be approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated in regard to the easement which he was ordered to discuss with the Gas Company, relative to having a revok- able permit, the Gas Company because of the fact that this is to our service alone are willing to accept a proviso in the easement, as suggested by Attorney Curran. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Hart, it be referred to the City Attorney for drafting and ap- proval. Carried, by the following vote to wit: Ayes: .eessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM MRS. AUDREY STONEIIOUSE AND MRS. FRANCES BLUE was read, requesting consideration be given to the installation of a street light at the intersection of Fourth and 4T" Streets. CITY MANAGER BIRD requested that because of the lack of lighting oirci.ts that it be referred to him to bring in a report. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that the City Managerâ–ºs recommendation be followed. 10/1/57 129 Carried, all the Council present voting aye. REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read relative to the request for annexation proceedings of an area bounded by 32nd Street and 30th Street and between "C" Avenue and i°E" Avenue in the unincorpor- ated area of the County of San Diego. On July 22nd, the Commission recommended the Council consider annexation of the property in quest- ion. However, in view of a petition signed by a large representative of the property owners in this area opposing such annexation, the Council again referred this matter back to the Commission for further study. In view of the facts presented, the Planning Commission pro- ceeded to set up a hearing withthe interested parties to attempt to reach a satisfactory and agreeable decision. Prior to such a meeting, a communication was received from Robert T. Sjogren, Attorney, re- questing that in view of the protest no further action be taken on this petition. It is the recommendation of the Commission at this time that no further action be taken on the request for annexation. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the Planning Commission's recommendation to the Council be sustained, and the Council take no further action at this time towards the annexation of that area. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the City Clerk answer the letter from Attorney Sjogren advising him of the Council's action taken. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read regarding the applicat- ion for zone change signed by D. J. Sass and Harry Farb relative to the property located west of West Avenue to the alley in Block 48, City Plat, and between 16th Street and the middle of the closed 17th Street. Petitioners are requesting zone change from an R-4, Multiple Family Residence District to an M-2, Light Manufacturing District. The Commission on their own motion in order to eliminate R-4 islands included the entire area from 125 feet west of National Avenue to the alley in Block 48, City Plat and between 16th Street and 125 feet north of 18th Street. The Commission recommended favorable action on the zone change in this area. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the City Clerk advertise for a hearing, and that it be set up for October 22nd at 2:30 P.M. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read regarding communication from the Cotton Construction Corp. and the Carnegie Materials Corp. requesting the closing of l7th Street for the distance of 125 feet from the west side of Montgomery Freeway to the east side of McKinley Avenue. Conference with the local branch of the State Highway Div- ision revealed that this area will be utilized in the future by ad- ditional interchanges at 18th Street and Montgomery Freeway. In co- operation with the State Highway Division, it is the recommendation of the Planning Commission that the request be denied. Moved by Heck, seconded by iessman, that the planning Commission's denial be sustained. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COUNCILWOMAN HHOLLINGSWORTH requested Termission to be out of the 10/1/57 130 State and not attend the Council meeting of October 8th. Noved by Heck, seconded by Hart, that permission be granted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COUNCILMAN HECK requested permission to be absent the meetings of October 8th and 15th and permission to be out of the State. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that permission be granted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. MAYOR HODGE stated there are some vacancies on Boards and Commissions which he would like the Council to consider. The vacancy on the Civil Service Commission should be given consideration other than the name as submitted by MJ1r. Hart due to the fact there is a member of the family on the City l s payroll. There is the necessity of ap- pointing another member to the County Industrial Planning Commission, Wilbur Bradley is one member and the County has requested we have two from the City. There were four vacancies on the Park and Recreation Advisory Board and Mayor Hodge stated he tentatively appointed three because they were very anxious to g etRb ptrd, and asked that the Council r s permission to appoint Dr./Swartz, Phil Mc make ,Louis Camacho. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, the Council authorize the Mayor to appoint those three members to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. MAYOR HODGE asked that the Council consider another member for the Recreat- ion Board, one for the County Planning and one for the Civil Service Commission. Moved by Hart, seconded by Fessman, that the meeting be closed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. Meeting closed at 4:55 P.M. ATTEST: CITY CLERK MAYOR, CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, ALIFORNIA 10/1/57