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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1957 05-28 CC MIN316 National City, California, May 28, 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, Hol- lingsworth, Hodge. Council members absent: Hart, Heck. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Alston, Bird, Curran, Stockman, Lill, Holgate. The meeting wasopened with pledge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by invocation by Mayor Hodge. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the minutes of the regular meeting of May 21, 1957, be approved. Carried, all the Coun- cil present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6958 was read designating the property within the exterior boundaries of the district shown on Plat No. 123-A of the City Engineer approved and adopted on March 26, 1957 by Resolution No. 6896 as Assessment District 1957-1 in all proceedings for the proposed improvement of Wilson Avenue between l6th and 22nd Streets. COUNCILMAN HECK present. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. Councilman Heck abstained from voting, RESOLUTION NO. 6959 was read accepting the bid of Teyssier & Teyssier, Inc. to construct the National City Municipal Swimming Pool for a base bid of $374,267.00, together with alternate #1 for the sum of $10,114.00, alternate #3 for the sum of $2,011.00, and alternate #6 for the sum of $1,533.00; and the Mayor is authorized and directed to execute a contract for the construction of said swimming pool. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Heck, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hol- lingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. RESOLUTION NO. 6960 was read, "RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT PROJECT SHOULD PROCEED (Wilson Avenue)." Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the follow- ing vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. RESOLUTION NO. 6961 was read, approving the issuance of a permit to V. Wiilardson to construct and maintain a ddiveway at 2140 "I" Avenue. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. RESOLUTION NO. 6962 was read, giving notice of the filing of an as* sessment to represent the costs and expense of the work and improve- ment done and made by Daley Corporation, pursuant to proceedings had and taken by the City Council under and pursuant to Resolution of Intention No. 6614; and the City Clerk is directed to give notice of the filing of said assessment and of the time for hearing thereon. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the Resolution be ad- opted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. RESOLUTION NO. 6963 was read, "RESOLUTION DESIGNATING NEWSPAPER AND ADOPTING WAGE SCALE (Wilson Avenue)," Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the fol- lowing vote to -wit: Ayes; Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. 5/28/57 317 Nays: None. Absent: Hart. REPORT FROM CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION was read submitting for the Council's approval a change in specifications for Patrolman regard- ing age, to read: "21 to 32 at time of appointment" instead of: "21 to 35 at time of application" which was recommended by Police Chief Smith. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the Civil Service Commission's recommendation for the age of Patrolman be approved and added to the Civil Service Regulations. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. ATTORNEY CURRAN reported that State Compensation Insurance Fund has issued a Certificate of Insurance certifying that Art A. Gussa has a valid Workmen's Compensation Insurance Policy in full force and effect; and it was recommended that the Certificate be approved and filed. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Attor- ney's recommendation be followed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. ATTORNEY CURRAN stated we received a notice from Glens Falls Insur- ance Company that it desires to cancel Bond No. 575995 which was a Sidewalk License Bond in favor of Rodney D. Loescher; and Mr. Loesch- er should be notified of this desire of Glens Falls Insurance Comp- any so that he may file a substitute bond. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the Attorney's recommendation be allowed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY CLERK ALSTON stated that bids on the National Vista 1911 Act were opened on Monday, May 27th, and the following were received: DAILEY CORPORATION $83,923.19; R. E. HAZARD, $82,988.50; V. R. DENNIS, $81,889.73; GRIFFITH COMPANY, $84,296.54. The following bids were opened for the traffic signals at 18th and Palm: CALIFORNIA ELECTRIC, $4,224.00; ETS-HOKIN a 3ALVAN, $3,L4.34.00; STANDARD ELECTRIC, $3,575.0a CITY CLERK ALSTON stated she received a communication from Assembly- man Hegland regarding Assembly Bill 682 and stated that he was priv- ileged to vote against it; and that he thought nothing more will happen on Senate Bill 1547 at this session. COMMUNICATION FROM SENATOR FRED H. KRAFT was read regarding A. B. 425, and when it is heard before the Senate Committee on Elections, he will give it his careful consideration. COMMUNICATION FROM SENATOR KRAFT was read thanking Mrs. Alston for letting him know the action taken by the City Council in opposing A. B. 682 and support of S. B. 1547; and when they come to the Senate floor for action, he will give them his careful consideration. COMMUNICATION FROM PAUL MASON, Governor's Office, was read, stating that Governor Knight received the copies of resolutions adopted by the City Planning Commission in opposition to Assembly Bill 682 and in support of Senate Bill 1SL.7, and wished to express his thanks. CITY CLERK ALSTON presented the Affidavit of Publication on the Award of the Contract on 18th Street; Affidavit of Publication of Notice to Bidders on National Vista, CITY CLERK ALSTON presented the Affidavit of Mailing Notices on Fourth Street; and Affidavit of Mailing Notices on Grove Street. COMMUNICATION FROM SAN DIEGO TRANSIT SYSTEM was read opposing diagon- al parking on National Avenue or any street where there is a heavy flow of traffic. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the letter be filed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. 5/28/57 318 PETITION signed by residents was presented as a complaint against an obnoxious nuisance in their neighborhood; namely the "21 Club". They request that immediate steps be taken to have this nuisance abated permanently. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the complaint be referred to the City Manager for consideration by the Police Dept. and report back to the Council if there are conditions as noted on the petition. Carried, all the Council present voting eye. COMMUNICATION FROM LA VISTA MEMORIAL PARK was read inviting the Coun- cil members and City Attorney to attend, as guests of honor, their Sixth Annual Memorial Day Exercises, Thursday, May 30th at 10:00 A.M. MAYOR HODGE ordered the communication filed. COMMUNICATION FROM VINCENT WILLARDSON, 2140 "I" Avenue, was read, which requested consideration of the following propositions: 1. That 22nd Street between Highland and "I" Avenue be closed to a 60 foot street. 2. That "I" Avenue between 21st Street and 24th Street be closed to a 60 foot street. 3• That cement sidewalk locations for future in this area, at such time as they may be installed, may be adjoining the curb instead of two feet from the property line. It Is requested that each item be considered separately, as well as collectively. Moved by Fessman, that the letter be referred to the City Engineer for a report. Motion died for lack of a second. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated the problem which Mr. Willardson is greatly con- cerned with is caused primarily because of grade and elevation of his property, particularly the floor of his garages, as he cannot get into his property. The projectdid not carry sidewalks, only curbs and paving, and to conform with the present existing ordinance of a quarter of an inch fall it cannot be done and still get driveways in- to his property. Mr. Willardson suggested the closing of 22nd Street and was going to present a petition of the property owners on 22nd Street, instead he sent in this letter. CITY MANAGER BIRD suggested that the request be referred to the Engineer and the Planning Com- mission as to the closing, and the Council take a look at the situat- ion and also review the sidewalk ordinance. Moved by Hollingsworth, that the request of Mr. Willardson be referred to the City Manager, City Engineer and the Planning Commission for a report, and that the City Council review this property and the sidewalk ordinance, trying to alleviate the difficulties. COUNCILMAN HECK asked Attorney Curran if this would have any affect on our 1911 Act Proceedings on the pro- ject that is under construction now, if we decide that any changes be made in the street width. ATTORNEY CURRAN stated he would like to give this some study before he rendered an opinion. COUNCILWOMAN HOLLINGSWORTH withdrew her motion. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hol- lingsworth, that this matter be tabled until we receive the Attorneys report on the 1911 Proceedings in that area; and that it also be re- ferred to the City Manager and City Engineer for a report. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY CLERK ALSTON expressed her appreciation for being granted auth- orization to attend the Conference of the National Institute of Mun- icipal Clerks in Long Beach. The conference was very instructive. They had a demonstration of microfilming of records, and Mrs. Alston said she would like to recommend it to the Cou ndil for consideration. There was also a demonstration of the automatic voting machine which she also recommended. CITY ENGINEER LILL reported that the bids have been reviewed for the 1911 Act Improvement of National Vista Subdivision, and it itis recom- mended that the contract be awarded to V. R. Dennis Construction Company, as low bidder. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the Engineer's recommendation be allowed, and the Attorney be\ auth- orized to prepare the necessary resolution of award. Carried by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge, Nays: None Absent: Hart. 5/28/57 319 CITY ENGINEER LILL reported that the bids have been reviewed for the construction of the traffic signals at 18th & Palm, and it is recom- mended that the contract be awarded to the low bidder, Ets-Hokin & aalvan. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the City Engineer's recommendation be approved, and the Attorney prepare the necessary resolution of award. Carried, by the following vote to - wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. CITY ENGINEER LILL reported that the V. R. Dennis Construction Com- pany has started work on the improvement of 24th Street, Hoover Aven- ue to Highland Avenue; the Improvement of 13th Street is still being delayed because of utility work in the area, but should start in the near future. The Improvement of "I" Avenue is ap,roxirnately three - fourths completed. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he attended the Water Pollution Control Board meeting this morning at 10:00 A.M. but the meeting did not get under way as there was an insufficient quorum, and he remained until 11:00 A.M. hoping that another member would come, but as he did not, Mr. Bird discussed the City's problem with the Chairman and made our report, which was to the effect that we would continue to follow the orders of the Water Pollution Control Board and that we have not vi- olated any of their previous orders. COMMUNICATION FROM SAN DIEGO COUNTY TRAFFIC SAFETY COUNCIL was r ead, stating that last December 5th a letter was addressed to Mayor Hodge which asked that consideration be given to the following: 1. Nom- ination of two prominent citizens of National City to their Board of Directors. 2. An emergency appropriation for the balance of the fiscal year, 1956-57, and 3. An allocation of funds from the City's 1957-58 budget. It is to Item No. 3 that attention is called at this time. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated in r egard to Item No. 2, the emergen- cy appropriation which they requested was referred to the Finance Committee and there was no funds set up in the budget, and also at that time we stated that consideration of funds would be made in the 1957-58 budget. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated it is his recommendation that the last two items be referred to the Finance Committee; and the appointment of two prominent citizens be referred to the Mayor. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that Items No. 2 and No. 3 be referred to the Finance Committee. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported on the City owned property at 16th and Hoover Avenue which he was requested to dispose of; this action has not been taken because the property has become involved in a zone change. In view of the dictates of the electorate following the last election held within the City, an application for a zone change has been prepared which requests that the zone be changed from an R-49 Multiple Residence District, to an M-2, Light Manufacturing District. Mr. Bird stated in this connection, he has had the Planning Commiss- ion prepare two petitions to be circulated within the 300 foot area, one petition stating they are in favor of, and one petition stating they are not in favor of the change. CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended that the City Clerk be authorized to sign the application, with a waiver of fees, and present to the Planning Commission for the zone change, and that the City circulate the petition; possibly someone in the Engineer's Office, and make a report. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Heck, that the City Manager's recommendation be followed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM D. J. SASS was read stating they are constructing a service station on the northwest corner of loth and Highland Aven- ue, and there is a bus stop on Highland Avenue which will be danger- ously close to the driveway of the station. It is requested that 5/28/57 320 steps be taken to have the bus stop moved to a more suitable location. CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended it be referred to the Traffic Safety Committee, Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the City Manager's recommendation be allowed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM NATIONAL PLATING AND PROCESSING COMPANY was read seating they intend to continue to expand and develope their business, which is located on parcel 2A, 1440 Tidelands Avenue and request an option of this property for an additional twenty years.lease, CITY MANAGER BIRD recommended it be referred to the Harbor Committee. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that it be referred to the Harbor Committee, Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM EARL MOREFIELD was read stating that sometime ago, to forward the improvement of 18th Street from Palm Avenue to the City limits, he, the owner of the property on the north side of 18th Street east of Palm Avenue, deeded ten feet of said property to the City. The property was ten feet in width and six hundred forty feet in length, which was done at the request of the City, and with the understanding that 18th Street would be widened a corresponding width to the City limits. As the plan now exists that ten feet, ex- cept a portion of the west part thereof needed for traffic funneling, will not be used by the City; therefore he is requesting the return of the property. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated the City did ask Mr. More - field for the property, and his request should be given consideration and recommended it be referred to the Engineer and to the Planning Commission for a report on the request. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the City Manager's recommendation be fol- lowed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM FIESTA del PACIFICO was read requesting that all employees dress in accordance with the Fiesta mood, from July 22nd to August loth. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the letter be filed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. from the Speci Fund -Street. Resolution be Fessman, Heck, 6964 was read, transferring the sum of $31,000.00 al State Gas Tax Improvement Fund to the Traffic Safety Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. COM[VMUNICATION FROM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE was read stating that the Board of Directors in regular session this morning resolved to urge the City Council to adopt the Mohr Adams Plourde Plan and to give consideration to its proper financing. Moved by Hollingsworth, sec- onded by Fessman, that the letter be filed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated that pursuant to the State law relative to gas tax funds, he had prepared a memorandum through the medium of our Engineer's office and the office of the District Engineer, Division of Highways, as follows: $32,000.00 for street maintenance; $2,262,16 for contingencies; $63,500.00 for construction. RESOLUTION NO. 6965 was read, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ADOPTING AND APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR EXPENDITURE OF GAS TAX ALLOCATION FOR MAJOR CITY STREETS". Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. MEMORANDUM FROM ASSEMBLYMAN FRANK LUCKEL was read regarding his A. B. 33. This bill has been considered and taken under advisement for the present. Mr. Luckel stated he has what he considers reliable information that the so called "Luckel Route" will definitely be placed in the State Highway System before they adjourn. 5/28/57 321 CITY MANAGER BIRD stated in regard to the offer to purchase property from Mr. Hendershot, the original offer of one acre of land adjacent to the park was for $3,500.00, and he has now offered an additional half acre at the same price, or a total of $5,250.00. It is the Man- ager's recommendation that the City purchase this property at the s+:ated price, and the City Attorney be authorized to prepare the proper resolution. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Heck, that the Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried, by the following vote e -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. AI;sent: Hart. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated with reference to a petition received in re- gard to the opening of Newell Street, he has the Engineer's report but would hold same until we have the report of the Planning Commis- sion. COMMUNICATION FROM MARTHA S. JAMES was read requesting that extra depressions be installed on her property at 214.th and National. As this is leased as a drive-in restaurant, it is important that ad- equate driveways be provided for easy access. CITY MANAGER BIRD rec- ommended that it be referred to the City Manager and City Engineer for a report. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Heck; that the City Manager's recommendation be allowed. Carried, all the Council pres- ent voting aye, CITY MANAGER BIRD requested permission to notify the Water Company to prepare the usual contract for the installation of a water line starting at 20th and Palm, and south to 22nd & Palm, easterly through the park to Newell Street, thence south on Newell Street to 24th Street., The total estimate cost is $10,240.00; the twelve inch main to be installed and the difference in cost to be assumed by the Water Company. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the Manager's re- quest be granted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported that the plans for widening Highland Aven- ue from Division to 30th Street are practically completed. The es- timate and the Engineer's report are in preparation. The Council minutes of Nov. 5, 1955 proposed that the cost of the project would be paid as follows: One-third by the City and two-thirds by the prop- erty owner. Mr. Bird stated they need to know if the City's one- third is to include the cost of drainage, pavement removal, pavement replacement, obstruction, trees, water, resurfacing of existing curbs and paving, testing and some other similar items not yet determined. It is necessary to know the policy of the Council before we can pro- ceed. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the City Engin- eer consult with the Engineer of the Water Company to establish our status in regard to the water facilities on Highland Avenue. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COUNCILMAN FESSMAN said he thought we should exclude certain sums for drainage purposes, because the drainage structure takes care of a much larger area than the street and the City should take care of the drainage, and the cost should be paid from the drainage fund and not be included in the 1911 Act pro- ject. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the drainage and trees be excluded from the project and the expense be bourne by the City. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. COUNCIL- WOMAN HOLLINGSWORTH said she would like more time to consider the balance of the items. MAYOR HODGE stated that time is of the essence. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Heck, that the entire problem be re- ferred to the Finance Committee to weigh the differences in the cost with the design changes, the pros and cons of the situation, and then possibly by the next meeting we can come up with some intelligent answers. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. 5/28/57 322 COMMUNICATION FROM CALIFORNIA WATER & TELEPHONE COMPANY was read stating that the estimated cost of relocating the existing four -inch fire hydrant at the northwest corner of 18th and Palm to the north- east corner, and increase the size of four inch to six inch hydrant is $375.00. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated this problem must be taken care of as the installation of the traffic signals at 18th & Palm is now underway. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the City Manager be given authorization for the expenditure of moving the fire hydrant and increasing the size. Motion lost, by the fol- lowing vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth. Nays: Fessman, Hodge. Absent: Hart. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated we are coming along with the budget,and he would like, at the convenience of the Finance Committee, to have a session on the preliminary budget. COUNCILWOMAN HOLLINGSWORTH, Chairman of the Finance Committee, asked that the Committee meet at 8:Oo P.M. tonight in the City Manager's office for the purpose of discussing the budget. RESOLUTION NO. 6966 was read, "RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT (Kenton Avenue)." Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. RESOLUTION NO. 6967 was read, accepting the bid of Ets-Hokin & Galvan in the amount of $3,434,00 for the Installtion of Traffic Lights, 18th Street and Palm Avenue; and the Mayor is authorized and directed to execute the contract for said street improvement. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. RESOLUTION NO. 6968 was read, accepting the offer of Alfred Anderson to purchase for the sum of $300.00 cash all that certain real prop- erty situated in the City of National City, more particularly des- cribed as follows: Lot 3, Block 1, Paradena Park; excepting there- from the northerly 75.98 feet thereof. The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute a grant deed conveying said real property to Alfred Anderson. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hollings- worth, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None. Absent: Hart. FURTHER DISCUSSION OF THE FIRE HYDRANT at 18th & Palm Avenue was held, and it was moved by Fessman, that the matter be laid over for a week. Motion died for lack of a second. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hodge, that the meeting be adjourned. lotion lost by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hodge. Nays: Heck, Hollingsworth. Absent: Hart. MAYOR HODGE declared a recess. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hodge. Council members present: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Council members ab- sent: Hart. Mayor Hodge officially adjourned the me ting at 4:20 P.M. 11lf/,i`9 -3 (7-7 MAYOR,CITY OF NATIONAL ,efY, CALIFORNIA