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National City, California, April 17, 1956
hegular meeting of the City Council was called to order by
Mayor Hodge at 1:30 P.M. o'clock. Council members present:
Fessman, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Hodge. Council members absent:
Heck.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Alston, Bird, Curran, Holgate,
Lill, Gautereaux.
The meeting was opened with pledge of allegiance to the Flag,
followed by invocation by Rev. Knight.
MAYOR HODGE introduced Assemblyman Sheridan Hegland who was in
the audience.
Moved by Fessman, seconded by Jensen, that the minutes of the
regular meeting of April 3, 1956, and the meeting of April 10,
1956, be approved. Carried, all the Councilprasent voting aye.
COUNCILMAN HECK present.
The canvass of the officials ballotof the General Municipal
Election, held April 14, 1956, was held at this time. Moved
by Heck, seconded by Jensen, that the election results be ap-
proved, and a resolution prepared. Carried, by the following
vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen,
Hodge. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 6618
DECLARIN.i THE RESULT OF THE GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN THE CITY
OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ON THE
10TH DAY OF APRIL, 1956.
WHEREAS, a :ieneral Municipal Election was held and conducted in
the City of National City, California, on the loth day of April,
1956, as required by law; and
WHEREAS, it appears that Notice if said Election was duly and
regularly given; that voting precincts were properly estab-
lished; that election officers were appointed and election
supplies furnished; and that in all respects said Election was
regularly and duly held and conducted according to law and the
votes cast thereat received and canvassed, and the returns thereof
made and declared in time, form and manner as required by the
laws governing elections in general law cities; and
WHEREAS, the Council of said City of National City met at the
Council Chambers in the City Hall of said City of National
City, on Tuesday, April 17, 1956, to canvass the returns of
said Election, and install the newly elected officers, as a re-
sult of which the Council finds that the number of votes cast,
the names of the persons voted for, the measures voted upon,
and other matters required by law, to be hereinafter stated:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of CITY OF
NATIONAL CITY, California, as follows:
That said regular Municipal Election of the City of National
City was held and conducted in the City if National City, State
of California, on Tuesday, the loth day of April, 1956, in the
time, form and manner as required by law.
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That there were forty-one (41) voting precincts established
forthe purpose of holding said election, consisting of the
regular election precincts established in said City by the
Board of Supervisors of the County of San Diego for the holding
of elections.
That the whole number of votes cast in said City at said iencral
iv!unicipal Election was 3129 votes.
That the names of the persons voted for, the office for which
they were voted, the number of votes given in each precinct to
each of said persons, together with the whole number of votes
received in the entire City Election, are as follows:
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13 49 37 23 38
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15 34 20
16 58 38
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18 46 43
19 37 31
20 32 21
21 31 58
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24 18 32
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15 35 13
16 62 23
17 86 42
18 62 28
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21 64 12
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Total 2210 886
That the number-vt votes cast by absentee voters at said
election have been canvassed and 9Go Pt d and are included in
the return as herinabove stated.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that CLAUDE L. HART and ALFRED J.
FESSMAN have received the highest number pf votes Cast at
said seneral Election in the City of National City for the Office
of City Councilman of said City, each for the full term of
four (4) years; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that IRENE M. ALSTON received the
highest number of votes cast at said general Election in the
City of National City far the Office of City Clerk of said
City, for the full term of four (4) years; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that IDA MAE HA -ATE received the
highest number of votes cast at said seneral Election in the
City of National City for the Office of City Treasurer of said
City, for the full term of four (.) years; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk of the City OF
NATIONAL CITY is hereby directed to enter this RESOLUTIJN
upon the Minutes of the City Council of said City.
Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Resolu-
tion be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
ATTORNEY CURRAN reported that the Fireman's Fund Indemnity
Company has issued its Bond No. 0-7,000,129, with Irene M.
Alston as principal, and it appears to be in due form, and it
is recommended it be approved, and as required by law that it
be filed with the Mayor. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by
Heck, that the Attorney's recommendation for the Indemnity
Bond be approved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit:
Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Hodge. Nays:
None.
ATTORNEY CURRAN REPORTED THAT THE Fireman's Fund Indemnity
Company has issued its Bond No. 0-7,000,128, with Ida Mae
Holgate as principal, in the sum of $30,000. The Band is in due
form and in the required amount, and it is recommended that
the Council aoprove same and that it be filed with the City
Clerk, Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the
Bond for Ida Mae Holgate be approved, Carried, by the fol-
lowing vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth,
Jensen, Hedge. Nays: None.
CITY CLERK ALSTON introduced County Clerk James who administered
the Oath of Office to the newly elected City officials, and ex-
tended his personal cbngratulatians.
Mayor Hodge declared a recess at this time.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hodge, Council mem-
bers present: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge.
Council members absent: None.
ASSEMBLYMAN HEaLAND stated he was very happy to be present at
this meeting and that he will help the Council in any way pos-
sible.
Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that Mayor Hodge
continue on as Mayor. Carried, by the fallowing vote to -wit:
Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: 'done,
Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that Thelma N. Hollingsworth
be appointed Vice Uayor. Carried, by the following vote to -wit:
Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None.
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RESOLUTION ND. 6619 was read, adtspting the plans and specifi-
cations submitted by Wayne P. Lill, Engineer of Work, for the
improvement of Cleveland Avenue between the Centerline of
Thirteenth Street and the Centerline of Twenty-second Street.
Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the Resolution
be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
RESOLUTION i'10. 6620 was read, "PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION OF
LF':IISLATIVE BODY UNDER "SPECIAL ASSESS:.ENT INVESTI.iAT1ON,
LIMITATION AND MAJORITY PROTEST ACT OF 1931" (CLEVELAND
AVENUE)". cved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the
Resolution be adopted* Carried, all the Council present
voting aye.
RESOLUTION NO. 6621 was read, ap>rovingertain grant deeds and
the parcels of real property described in each and every deed
are accepted for and in behalf of City of National City for
street purposes (16th Street). Moved by Heck, seconded by
Hollingsworth, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all
the Council present voting aye,
RESOLUTION NO. 6622 was read,
interest and convenience requi
certain real property describe
Block 4 of 10 Acre Lot 8, Ouar
Nacion. The hour of 2:00 o'cl
May, 1956, in the City Council
time for hearing any and all
Moved by Heck, seconded by Hal
be adopted. Carried, all the
determining
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is hereby fixed as the
the proposed sale.
that the Resolution
sent voting aye,
RESOLUTION NO. 6623 was read, requesting the Board of Super-
visors of the County of San Diego to make its order that the
Sao Diego County Auditor cancel the delinquent taxes for the -
fiscal year 1950-1951 on property described as Lots 1 thru
20 inclusive, in Block 1, and Lots 17 to 20 inclusive, in
Block 2 of D. E. Lazier's Subdivision, ten acre lots 9, 10
and 11 in quarter section 154, Rancho de la Nacion. Moved by
Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the Resolution be adopted.
Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
RESDLUTION NO. 6624 was read, "RESOLUTION DETERMININ3 INITIAL
VIEW OF LE:ISLATIVE BODY THAT THE PROVISIONS 3F DIVISION 4 OF
THE STREETS AND HI '* -MAYS CODE WILL NOT BE VIOLATED (FIFTH
STRT'ET)". Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that
the Resolution be adopted. Carried all the Council present
voting aye.
REPORT FRa': THE TRAFFIC SAFETY CO MI.TTEE was read recommending
that a street light and cross walks be installed at 15th Street
and "D" Avenue. Also it was recommended that the City check
the feasibility of vapor street lights from 8th Street to 18th
Street on "D" Avenue. Moved by Fessman, seconded by
Hollingsworth, that steps be taken to have a light installed at
15th and "D" Avenue. Carried, all the Council present voting
aye. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the
feasibility report of vapor street lights from 8th Street to
18th Street on "D" Avenue be referred to the City anager.
Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
REPORT FRO THE TRAFFIC SAFETY COiv:MVMITTEE recommended 'that
school cross walks and signs be Installed on loth Street and
"E" Avenue. ivloved by Heck, seconded by Ho11insworth, this
be
referred to the Cit7 Manager for at a7or?pria e rPr t
Lhe w.yi �k a Oa .. ., ry all tJrie wee_... pr.esexit
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REPORT FROM THE TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE was read recommending
that a street light in the vicinity of 5th Street and "V"
Avenue. CITY TATJAJER BIRD stated he received a report this
morning that by May they will have the cost on that par-
ticular light because of transformer difficulties in that
particular area. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the
recommendation of the Traffic Safety Committee be referred to
the City ,manager to be included in his report. Carried, all
the Council present voting aye.
DOROTHY F. JENSEN offered the Council her resignation as a
member of the Recreation Advisory Board. It was the concensus
of opinion of the entire Council that Mrs. Jensen has done a
very good job and would like to have her continue serving on
the committee. Mrs. Jensen stated she would be willing to
serve.
CITY ATT.R NEY CURRAN reported that the Public Utilities Com-
mission has continued the hearing in the matter of the applica-
tion of the San Diego as & Electric Company for increase in
rates fr'm February 25th to May 31st.
ATTORNEY CURRAN reported that the sidewalk license bond issued
by United States Fidelity and duaranty Company, Bond No.
14377 in favor of Edward J. Leon as principal, is in the ap-
proved form and satisfies the requirements of our ordinances
and recommended that it be approved and fi.'.ed, Moved by
Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the City Attorney's
recommendation be fo11owed, Carried, all the Council present
voting aye.
BILLS AUDITED 3Y THE FINANCE CO.;•MITTEE presented.
General Fund
Traffic Safety
Park Fund
Trust & Agency
Payroll Fund
TOTAL
:16,309.53
Fund 426,56
285.98
Fund 172.46
28 996,76
w b:1933.31
Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the bills be
allowed, and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the
following vete to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Heck, Hollingsworth,
Hodge., Nays: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 6625 was read, authorizing the expenditure of
the sum hereinafter set forth from the Capital Outlay Fund:
C.S. Williams, $3,005,85, construction of Drill Yard Improve-
ments at Fire Station. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by
Heck, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the Council
present voting aye.
J.R. SHATTUCK, subdivider of Susan Manor Subdivision, was pre-
sent and stated at the meeting of the Council on April 3rd
there was action taken regarding a sewer outfall easement
serving this subdivision, and there was a tie vote on the
recommendation of two sewer lateral hookups being allowed the
owner of this property across which this outfall sewer must go.
Mr. Fritz, owner of the property is requesting two sewer
lateral connections for the privilege of granting this ease-
ment across his property. Mr. Shattuck stated, if it pleased
the Council, he would like them to take action again since there
is a full Council present. COUNCILMAN HECK asked Mr. Shattuck
if he attempted to purchase the easement from Mr. Fritz. MR.
SHATTUCK stated he did not. Mr. FRITZ stated the easement is
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not for sale. Moved by Hart, seconded by Fessmah, that the
request be granted for the two sewer hookups, and that, the
contract specifically state there will be two hookups serving
+�9'k -family dwellings only, and any violation would
give the City the right to cut off the connections.
COUNCILMAN HECK stated we are going contrary to our statement
of policy of no more sewer hookups in the County. If necessary
we can exercise our condemnation power and obtain an easement,
rather than grant a sewer hookup. COUNCILWOMAN HOLLINISWORTH
stated she feels there is no policy 441-st there is not a time
when it would be tea -sib -Le tn„eleviate from that policy for the
benefit of the City. GILBERT E. FRITZ was present and stated
it is possible that National City could get a right of way.thrbugh
tbe'_ppoterty, but he wondered if it would not be cheaper to
grant the hookups and he will pay the monthly charges. Car-
ried, by thefollowing vote to -wit: Ayes: Fessman, Hart,
Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: Heck. CITY MANAGER BIRD sug-
gested that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare a reso-
lution accepting the easement as offered across Mr. Fritz's
land in the County, and also that the City Attorney be authorized
to prepare the contract with the terms as stipulated by the
Council, to the effect that there be two connections for
single house purposes only, that he will carry the rental fee,
and that the rental fee will be charged no longer, if, and
when, the land in question becomes a part of the City of
National City by annexation. COUNCILMAN FESSMAN suggested
that there also be included that at the time of annexation
that the restrictions as to the number of hookups on that
trunk line be left to the Council, as well as the cancella-
tion of the fee. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that a
resolution, as outlined by City Manager Bird, be prepared by
the City Attorney. Carried, by the following vete to -wit:
Ayes: Fessman, Hart, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: Heck.
CITY ATTORNEY CURRAN stated that with the offer of the ease-
ment by IVMr. Fritz, and action by the City authorizing acceptance,
there now appears to be no reason why detailed procedure for
approval of the subdivision map could not go forward at this
time.
RESOLUTION NO. 6626 was read, approving the contract submitted
by the Subdivider of Susan Manor Subdivision, and the Mayor is
hereby authorized and directed to execute the same for and in
behalf of National City. The Surety Bond in the principal sum
oft19,000.00 guaranteeing performance of said contract is hereby
approved and ordered filed. The final map of Susan Manor Sub-
division is hereby accepted. Moved by Heck, seconded by
Hollingsworth, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the
Council present voting aye.
PLANNIN.i RESOLUTION ADVOCATING STATE PLANNING OFFICE was pre-
sented. COUNCILWOMAN HOLLINGSWORTH stated that it passed the
recent Legislature, and believes it is rather extraneous and
not necessary for us to consider it. Moved by Hollingsworth,
seconded by Heck, that it be filed. Carried, all the Council
present voting aye.
APPLICATION FOk ON SALE BEER BEVERAGE LICENSE for Town Club
Cafe, 15 W. 8th Street, was presented. REPORT FRAM POLICE CHIEF
SMITH stated investigation fails to reveal any grounds for pro-
test of this application. Moved by Heck, seconded by ,Hollings-�
worth, that the application be filed. Carried, all th'e Council
present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION FROM STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM regarding amendments
to retirement law, was presented, and City Clerk Alston recom-
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mended it be referred to the City Attorney. Moved py
Hollingsworth, seconded by Fessman, that the City Clerk's
recommendation be approved. Carried, all the Council present
voting aye.
AP'DLICATION FOR TAX SALE on Lots 19 and 20, Block ; of Bach
and Shaule's Addn., between 7th and 8th Streets, and "Q" and
"R" Avenues, was presented. The application was signed by Mrs.
Vera A. Jarvis and she has offered the sum of $280.00. Moved
by Hollingsworth, seconded by Hart, this be referred to the
City Manager. Carried, all the Council present v*Ling aye.
CO..MiUNICATION FROM SOUTH BAY CHIROPRACTIC ASSJCIATION was read
requesting that the Council designate the week of May 1 to 7
as Correct Posture Week in National City. A Proclamation for
Correct Posture Week was enclosed. Moved by Hollingsworth,
seconded by Heck, that the Proclamation be approved and
signed by the Mayor. Carried, all the Council present voting
aye.
A.DPLICATION FOR TRANSFER OF 'LUB LICENSE OF EA3LES LODIE was
presented. City Clerk Alston stated she checked with the
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and the premises are
located in the County so no action is required.
COd;MUNICATION FRDM THE MILITARY ORDER OF THE PUR°LE HEART, INC.,
was read stating they are desirous of having permission and co-
operation in authorizing an exhibit of antique and modern
firearms and war equipment, this exhibit to be on public dis-
play in National City for a period of a few days sometime during
the year. The money raised by the exhibit is to be used for the
general welfare and hospital work along the combat wounded
veterans and their families. Moved by Fessman, seconded by
Hollingsworth, this be referred to the City Manager to ques-
tion the Better Business Bureau regarding this organization,
what they seek to do, and see if it is actually what they say
it is, and if it is a bona fide charity organization and money
will be spent for charity, permission can be granted at the
next meeting. Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
CO.MUNICATLON FROM COUNTY SURVEYOR'S OFFICE was read in regard
to an orderly program of providing this area with proper base
maps and ask whether National City agrees withthem sufficiently
to give active support. CJUNCIL,,AN HECK stated at he present
time we are in the process of letting the bids for an aerial
survey of the City of National City and the outlying areas and
because of this he did not feel it is necessary for us to
participate in the program. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman,
that the matter be referred to the City Manager for a letter to
the County Surveyor advising him what has transpired in the City
of National City, and that we do not wish to participate.
Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
CITY CLERK ALSTON announced the League of California Cities
meeting Friday, April 20th, at the San Diego Country Club.
CITY EN5INFF.,R LILL reported that the bids were received yester-
day on the Multi -Purpose Concrete Slab in Kimball Park and a
report will be forthcoming from the City Manager. The bids
were also received on the Aerial Photographing and Maaping
of National City. They are requiring quite a bit of careful
analysis and discussion, and they will be discussed by the
City Manager when he presents hisrepert.
CITY EN3INTER LILL stated he was requested to make a estimate
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of what the cost would be for National City's standard type
improvements in Scott Terrace Subdivision, and Mr. Lill said
he . will withhold the estimate until he compares it with
the one being made by the Engineer for the Subdivider.
CITY MANA.iER BIRD reported in regard to the matter of
Roosevelt Avenue which was referred to him for a report regard-
ing a complaint by two ladies who appeared before the Council.
Mr. Bird stated he had a complete report from the Fire Dept.,
Building Dept., Health Dept., and from the Police Dept., acid
the condition which was complained of did not exist; the
complaint which was lodged against the Police Dept. was not valid.
The Fire Dept. report shows that it is a single one family
dwelling, there are no fire hazards existing within the
structure; the Building Dept. inspection was made in the presence
of Health Officer Hall of our County Health Dept. and it was
found the plumbing is adequate with one exception, the exception
being the lack of a kitchen sink. It was ascertained that the
owner of the property is Dr. Frederick H. Blanchard of Los
Angeles, and a written notice was sent to him to the effect that
a sink would have to be installed immediately if the building
is to be used as a living unit and an official notice was served
by Mr. Hall uaon the occupant, Mrs. Bryant, that all garbage
be confined in an approved garbage can and olaced at the curb
for pickup. We are attemptinn to negotiate with Dr. Blanchard
hopeful that we might get the building removed. However the
condition no longer exists in regard to the complaint.
APPLICATION OF THE San Diego Transit System to the Public
Utilities Commission was presented. It is for the purpose of
rerouting a part of their bus route. It affects National City
in two blocks. Moved by Heck, seconded by ciollingsworth, that
the application be filed. Carried, all the Council present
voting aye..
CITY MANA3ER BIRD stated in regard to the report of the Traffic
Safety Committee report which was referred to him today regard-
ing loth and "E" Avenue to make a report at the next meeting,
he would like to make the report at this time. The Traffic
Engineer and himself checked this some time ago and it has al-
ready been cross walked. We are also repairing the curb re-
turns and broken sidewalks in that particular area.
CITY MANAiER BIRD stated in regard to 8th to loth Street on "D"
Avenue the report will be forthcoming the first of May; this is
with reference to mercury vapor lighting.
REPORT ON BIDS FOR A'?RIAL PHOTO5RAPHIN3 AND MAPPIN i OF CITY
was read as follows: AERO SERVICE CORPORATION, $7,900.00;
PACIFIC AIR INDUSTRIES, 49,890.00; ?AFFORD, JTN€ES & WHITE,
INC., $10,057.50; FAIRCHILD AERIAL SURVEYS, INC., .ilti,188.00^
HYCON AERIAL SURVEYS, INC., Z12,311.00. CITY MANA3ER BIRD
recommended the bids be referred to the City Engineer, City
Manager and the City Attorney for a report at the next meeting.
Moved by Hollin-sworth, seconded by Fessman, that the City
Manager's recommendation be allowed. Carried, all the Council
present voting aye.
REPJRT FROM CITY ENiINEER LILL regarding the bids received for
construction of the Multi -Purpose Concrete Slab in Kimball
Park, was read. Five lump sum bids were received as follows:
A.E. RILEY, INC., 45,899.00; MERLE ThYON, 0,473.58; FREETLY
BROTHERS, 0,481 .60; T.3. PENICK SONS, .7,811 .601 C.S.
WILLIAAS, U8,870.00. It is recommended that thr contract for
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this work be awarded to the low bidder, A.E. Riley, Inc. CITY
rANA3ER BIRD recommended that a resolution be prepared award-
ing the contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign same. Moved
by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the City Manager's recommen-
dation of awarding the contract to A.E. Riley be allowed, and
a resolution prepared. Carried, by the following vote to -wit:
Ayes: Fessman, Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: None.
Councilman Hart refrained from voting.
RESOLUTION NO. 6627 was read finding and determining that the
bid of Al E. Riley, Inc. is the lowest and best bid submitted
for the construction of a Multi -Purpose Concrete Slab in Kimball
Park. Said bid is hereby approved and accepted and all other
bids are hereby rejeced. Moved by Heck, seconded by Fessman,
that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the Council
present voting aye.
RESOLUTION NO. 6628 was read finding and determining that all
work provided to be done by PACIFIC FENCE COMPANY for the
Fencing of Paradise Creek Channel has been satisfactorily
performed and the City Council accepts said creek and authorized
the filing of a Notice of Com?letion and orders that payment
be made in accordance with said contract. Moved by Fessman,
seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Resolution be adopted.
Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
CHANvE ORDER FR)M PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE, ELEVENTH NAVAL DISTRICT
was read requesting that services be continued during the fiscal
year beginning July 1, 1956. CITY MANAGER BIRD said this is for
the contract for sewage, acid recommended that a resolution be
prepared and the Mayor authorized to sign the Change Order.
Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the City
Manager's recommendation be followed. Carried, all the
Council present voting aye.
RESOLUTION NO. 6629 was read, ADOPTING BUD3ET AND AP'ROVING
MEMORANDUM OF AiRTEMENT FOR EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS ALLOCATED
UNDER SECTION 2107.5 OF THE STREETS AND HI:UHW.AYS CODE". Moved
by Heck, seconded by Fessman, that the Resolution be adopted.
Carried, all the Council present voting aye.
REPORT FROM CITY ENIINEFR LILL was read stating the following
information is submitted as an addenda to his report of April
4, 1956 on Susan Manor Subdivisions: 1. It is recommended that
the Subdivider be allowed one year to complete the improvements
within the Subdivision, 2. The Subdivider is to install a six
foot high chain link fence along the westerly line of the lots
adjoining the drainage dedication. CITY MANAiER BIRD stated
that Mr. Shattuck has received a notice of this and is in per-
fect accord with the provisions.
COMMUNICATION FROM JOHN S. ODELL was read requesting permission
to pave the surface between the curb and sidewalk in front of
1644 Highland Avenue. The material will be asphaltic concrete
two inches deep. We are aware of the City Ordinance requiring
Portland Concrete to be used; however it appears that Highland
Avenue will be widened in the very near future and if required
to use the above designated material it will be more expensive
to remove. CITY ..'ANArER BIRD stated they wish to pave the park-
ing area between the curb and the outer edge of the sidewalk
with asphaltic concrete as a temporary expedient to relieve the
mud and dust. Moved by Fessman, seconded by Hart, that per-
missien be granted due to the fact that it will probably be a
temporary installation. Carried, all the Council present voting
aye.
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CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he received a letter from Dr. Askew
thanking the City for the interest shown in the most recent
X-Ray program which was put on in National City; there ware
3466 chest x-rays taken..
COMMUNICATION r'RCM C. OPAL HARVIE was read suggesting that the
City purchase ir.toximetees for our police officers to, use in
getting evidence for drunken driving. Moved by Hollingsworth,
seconded by Hart, this be referred to the City Manager and
Chief of Police fcr consideration. Carried; all the Council
present voting aye.
COeMUNICATION FROM'. Si•J DIF;GO COUNTY SCHOOLS E 7LCYEES' CO ..
MITTEE TO STUDY NONC'ERTIFICATED RETIREMENT leVa3 presented, This
is in regard to the present retirement system, the Federal Old
Age Retirement, etc. CITY MANAGER BIRD eecommended this be re-
ferred to the Directors of the Employees .Association to send a
representative to their meetings if they so desire and they in
turn could give the Council a report if it is necesJary to so do.
Moved by Heck, eeconded by Hollingsworth, that he City i!anager's
recommendation be a;.' -owed. Carried, all :he Council present
voting aye.
CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he had a number of League Bulletins,
one cf which in particular stated that on A.p:ii 19 and 20 the
Senate Committee on :government Operations will held hearings in
Washington, D.C. on S, 1566 authorizing _n lion tax payments to
local governments on certain property ownee ~j federal agencies.
Senator Kuchel has ?.cng sought to emphasize the need for action
by Congress on this problem which has brought financial dis-
tress to many communities, Cities provide many municipal ser-
vices to such properties at the expense of non-exempt property
taxpayers. As each year passes federal acquisitions accelerate
along with the demands for municipal services made upon cities
by federal agencies. It is requested that the Council immediately
write to Senator John L. McClellan, Chairman, Senate Committee
on Government Operations, Senate Office Building, Washington
25, D.C., urging enactment of S. 1566, As a matter of principle,
the Board of Directors of the League believes that the federal
government should enact legislation providing for in lieu pay-
ments on all.federa.ily owned property excepting only (1) public
domain lands and (2) property that is of strictly local benefit.
Such a policy would require payments with reference to any
cut-off date on ail federally owned property that serves a
broad national or regional interest. COUNCIL.AN H'CF asked if
it would be more appropriate if the Council sent a resolution
to Senator Kuchel, if they so desire, instead of sending a
letter. CITY MANAGER BIRD said if it is the opinion of the
Council that they ace in concurrence with the proposed legi-
slation that the City Clerk be authorized to send a letter to
Senator McClellan stating our stand on the bill, o_' if a
resolution is desired that the City Attorney be authorized to
prepare one. COUNCILMAN FESSMAN stated he thought we should
be interested in seeing the Government cut taxes instead of
raising them, and if we put this extra burden en them they will
have to get the money some place. Moved by Heck, that the City
Council of City of National City forward a resolution to
Senator Kuchel in favor Senate Bill 1566. Motion died for lack
of a second.
CITY MANAGER BIRD presented the matter of the Highway Develop-
ment Bill which is before the United States Government. They
want support for this legislation through Senator Kuchel and
Senator Knowland. This is a bill which proposes to raise gaso-
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line and deiscl taxes one cent a gallon; tire taxes upped 3d
a pound; the excise tax on new trucks, busses and truck
trailers would be increased kfom 8% t2 IVA.; and a new tax of
p(r oound would be levied on rubber for retreads. The Council
took no act&)r i *.his M11.
Moved by Hollirgsworth, seconded by Heck, that the rest of the
agenda be la:d c 1-.4-.± the next meetino, and that the
meeting be cloed. C,aTried, 711 thc Co-mcil present voting
ay;. Meeting Co3ec: at ,5(2.2 ;;.M.
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