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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1954 11-16 CC MIN132 National City, California, November 16, 1954 Regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Hodge at 7:30 P.M. o'clock. Council members present: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Council mem- bers absent: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Alston, Bird, Bailey, War- wick, Wagner, Gautereaux, Curran. The meeting was opened With`°p..edge of allegiance to the Flag, followed by invocation by Mayor Hodge. MAYOR HODGE stated he attended a meeting of all the Mayors in the County and the main topic was a uniform solicitors business ordinance. It was suggested that each City have their Attorneys get together and work something out, COUNCILWOMAN HOLLINGS- WORTH stated she thought the recommendations of the members who are working on the business license committee should be considered. MAYOR HODGE stated he will meet with the business license committee in the morning and present this information to them for their consideration and recommendation. Mowed by Heck, seconded by Parchen, that the minutes of the meeting of October 26, 1954,be approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. Moved by Heck, seconded oy Hol- lingsworth, that the minutes of the meeting of November 3, 1954, be approved. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION regarding Application for Conditional Exception No. 503, signed by Guy C. Wilson, Jr. for National. Center, Inc. , Twelfth and Highland, Inc., and the Highland Shopping Center, was presented. Petitioners are requesting C-3 usage in R-2 and R-4+ zones. Itiwas the recom- mendation of the Commission that the variance be granted con- ditional upon the dedication as an eighty foot street and the necessary improvements within said dedications as a sixty- four foot travelway, according to the City Engineer's recom- mendations, of Tenth Street extended easterly from the east- erly line of Highland Avenue to a line extended northerly from the easterly end of the Mayfair Building; and said variance to become effective upon acceptance of said street and improve- ments by the City Council or the acceptance by the Council of satisfactory evidence of the posting of adequate bond to assure said improvements End dedication. Moved by Hollingsworth, se- conded by Heck, that the recommendation of the Planning Commis- sion be approved and the Attorney authorized to prepare a res- olution for same. GUY C. WILSON, JR., was present and protest- ed the recommendation. CITY PLANNER WAGNER stated it was the feeling of the Planning Commission that if Mr. 'Wilson and his Company were willing to post adequate bond to assure the im- provements that the dedication and the posting of the bond could be within the 90 day period, thereby complying with the ordinance, and then the improvement can proceed thereafter. After a lengthy discussion, Councilwoman Hollingsworth with- drew her motion and Councilman Heck withdrew his second. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the Planning Commis- sion's recommendation be sustained with the recommendation that an adequate bond be posted for the portion of the property that is not now in their possession, and the Citty Attorney be author- ized to prepare a resolution. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: byes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. 11/16 133 HEARING on closing of portion of 14th Street and 16th and Harbison Avenue, was held at this time. CITY CLERK . ,LbTON stated a protest had been received on the 16th Street closing from the San Diego Gas & Electric Company, but another letter has been received rescinding their protest. There were no other protests and no one was present objecting to the clos- ings. Moved by Heck, seconded by Parchen, that a resolution be prepared for the closing of 14th Street and 16th Street and Harbison Avenue. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION regarding the establish- ment of zones for the Findahl Annexation and the National Vista No. 4 Annexation, was presnted. The Planning Commis- sion have held their hearings in accordance with the ordina- nce. It was the recommendation of the Commission that Fin- dahl Annexation be zoned R-1, Single Family Residence, and National Vista No. 4 Annexation be zoned R-1, Single Family Residence. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Parchen, that the City Clerk be authorized to publish announcement of hear- ing to be held on December 7, 1954, at 9:15 A.M. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. MEMORANDUM FROM TRAFFIC ENGINEER WARSiICK was read, stating that dire to the lack of a quorum no meeting was held of the Traffic Safety Committeetthis month. COUNCILWOMAN HOLLINGSWORTH in- quired about the proposed traffic signals at 24th and High- land and recommended that the Traffic Fafety Committee make a study of 24th & Highland. On the northwest corner there is a parking space for two or three cars in front of the service station and it causes very bad visibility. This should be con- sidered with the thought in mind of making it a "no parking" area. If traffic signals are installed the "no parking" area would not be necessary. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated the bids are to be let for the signal for 30th and Highland, and our pro- portionate share is in the neighborhood of $2,70000. We set up $11,500.00 in the Capital Outlay Fund for 4th and High- land, and it was approved by the Traffic Committee also 24th �: and Highland, If the Council so desires e can s prepare to call for bids for 24th and Highland and alsod4th d and Highland. Originally it was proposed to move the signal at 8th and Highland to 4th & Highland, and put a modern signal at 8th and Highland. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Jen- sen, that the City Manager proceed with advertising for bids for traffic signals at 24th and Highland and 4th and Highland, with consideration for the most expedient signals placed at 4th, 8th and 24th. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. SEWER RENTAL FEES OUTSIDE OF CITY was presented. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated the Council established a policy whereby no ser- vice ?'.would be given outside the incorporate areas. In this connection a letter from the Attorney representing George Scott was read. 'Why ask if the City would allow Mr. Scott use of the serer line, which runs through his property if he pays a monthly rental charge, It is the Manager's recommendation that this communication be referred to the City Attorney. Moved by Heck, seconded by Jensen, that the matter be referred to the City Attorney with the provision that our statement of policy be considered. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. MRS. MARTHA MOATS was present and stated she was appointed as an alternate on the business license committee and she has 11/16 134 never been called to a meeting or notified when the meetings are held. MAYOR HODGE stated they meet on Wednesday mornings, the meetings are open to the public. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Jensen, that the Council contact the Chairman of the committee and suggest that the alternates be notified as to when the meetings are being held. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. GEORGE MARSH, 4+5 E. loth Street, was present, representing the Shuffleboard Court Club, and inquired why the court and club house have not been completed as yet. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he believes this will be completed sometime in January. COUN- CILWOMAN ,71ENSEN stated at the last Recreation Advisory Board meeting this matter was brough6 up and discussed at length, and they gent on record as saying that the shuffleboard court was the first thing that should be completed. APPLICATION FOR ON SALE BEER BEVERAGE LICENSE by Pancho's Inn, 2620 National Avenue, was presented. REPORT FROM CHIEF OF POLICE SMITH stated that investigation fails to disclose any known grounds for protest of this application. Moved by Heck, se- conded by Jensen, that the application be tabled, no action taken. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM GOVERNOR KNIGHT regarding Safe Driving Day, was read. President EisenhowerTs committee has asked the Governor of each state to inaugurate this program by appoint- ing a State S-D Day Director and to request Mayors and County Boards of Supervisors to designate local S-D Day directors to lead the campaign on a local basis. Mr. Nathan L. Fairbairn has been appointed as State S-D Day Director. MAYOR HODGE appointed Chief of Police Harry Smith. APPLICATION FOR REFUND of $10.00 on permit for excavation of dirt by Michael Verrill, was read. A statement from the City Treasurer shows thit Was paid by Mr. Ferrill. CITY CLERK ALSTON requested this be referred to the City Attorney. Mov- ed by Heck, seconded by Parchen, it be referred to the Attorney. Carried, all the Council presentioting aye. COMMUNICATION r'ROM SAN DIEGO CONVENTION AND TOURIST BUREAU re- garding their program, was read, end ordered filed. APPLICATION FOR REFUI $10.00, by Robert W. Holgate approved the ed by Heck, that the lowing vote to -wit: Hodge. Nays: None. D ON BUSINESS LICENSE, in the amount of Harrison, was presented. City Treasurer request. Moved by Hollingsworth, second - refund be granted. Carried, by the fol- Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, COMMUNICATION FROM NATIONAL CITY TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION was read stating they protest the action of the Council concerning the 300 foot corridor in the Bay. Moved by Heck, that the letter be filed. Motion died for lack of a second. Moved by Hollings- worth, that a letter be sent to the Taxpayers Association stat- ing that the Bay Corridor Committee carefully considered every angle of this proposed border, and that the majority of people approaching any member of the Council during all the months of consideration, not only just recently,but previous.,_ were of the opinion that in order to establish a definite boun- dary out in the Bay that National City should get some compen- sation of some sort. The committee that served, met in town, and for the number of things that were considered at that time the recommendation of the committee to the Council was such that it was to the benefit of National City to go ahead with this 11/16 9 135 proposed boundary and annexation of one-half of the portion of all that San Diego is annexing of the corridor down the Bay. It is no thought at any time of the committee that we were de- priving anyone of any rights and we feel that the committee act- ed in their recommendation that it is going to be for the bene- fit of all of National City for us to go along with this pro- posed plan. Motion died for lack of a second. MAYOR HODGE or- dered the letter filed. COMMUNICATION FROM NATIONAL CITY TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION was read, commending the Council on the dedication of Palm Valley Park. The letter was ordered filed. REPORT OF CITY TREASURER for month of October, 1954, was pre- sented, and ordered filed. BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COTv;TITTEE presented: General Fund $15,646.82 Traffic Safety Fund 1,199.98 Park M & I Fund 346.62 Harbor Fund 28.46 Retirement Fund 1,866.47 Payroll Fund 2 79< TOTAL.. $44,468.30 Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the bills be allowed, and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote 'to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Hodge. Nays: Parchen. CITY CLERK ALSTON stated that California -Western States Life Insurnce Company carries our group insurande policy, and they claim that some of the employees want the City to inaugurte a salary savings franchise. It would mean payroll deductions. Mrs. Alston stated she has consented to this if the Council so desires, and if the City Attorney finds that it is legal. There will be no cost to the City. Mrs. Alston stated the Insurance Company have told her that the Fire and Police Depts. especially want this. FIRE CHIEF BAILEY was present and stated he only heard about this yesterday and has not had time to study it. MAYOR HODGE said he thought the request should come from the employees, and Drdered the communication filed. COMMUNICATION FROM THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL COMiu:ISSION FOR UNESCO vas read, regarding observance of Human Rights Day, December 10th and asked the City to designate a local citizen or organization to take the responsibility for Human Rights T;eek, they will provide copies of available materials and sug- gestions for the observance. Also they would like to have a statement sent to the .local newspapers and radio stations call- ing the attention of the citizens to the observance of Human Rights Day. Moved by Parchen, seconded by Heck, that the let- ter be referred to the Toastmasters Club and that the Mayor take the responsibility to contact them and appoint a Chairman. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM STATI LIQUOR ADMINISTRATOR wps read, stating the hearing on the protest that was filed against issuance of an alcoholic beverage license to James Toledo, 1225 Palm Ave- nue, will be held before.a hearing officer of the board in National City, and the City will be notified of the date, time and place of the hearing. CITY CLERK ALSTON stated she has a report on the Investigation of Leaching of a Sanitary Landfill which will be on file in her 11/16 1 136 office for anyone who wishes to see it. CITY CLERK E-.LSTON stated she has several insurance endorsements for policies that we now have, and asked they be referred to Attorney Curran in regard to legality. Also a Fidelity and Guarantee Bond of $$2,000.00 from Lyle R. Drager, and asked that this also be referred to the City Attorney. Mrs. Alston stated at the last meeting we had a renewal policy for Tessitore & Bulldis and the Attorney referred it back because we were un- able to find the original bond. It has been ascertained they never filed an original bond and it will be filed within the next day or two and will then be presented at the next meeting„ CITY CLERK ALSTON announced the Leggue of C-lifornia Cities meeting in La Mesa, November 19, 1954. CITY CLERK-,_LSTON requested that she be granted permission to have her vault remodeled. It will cost between $$500.00 and $600.00 and has been approved by the City Manager. It is request- ed she be given authorization to proceed. with this work, and that the money be transferred from the Unapportioned Reserve. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworthy: that the City Clerk be authorized to make the necessary repairs to the vault. Car- ried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. CITY PLANNER .i.GNER reported that the Planning Commission will hold the first public hearing for the adoption of a new com- prehensive zoning ordinance on Monday, November 22, 1954, at 7:30 P.M. At the same meeting a proposed new trailer park ordinance will be discussed and there will be a rebtriction against the construction of cabanas. The Eouncil members are cordially invited to attend the meeting. CITY PLANNER WAGNER reported that the study of allocation of City property for public use is under way, including the study of the development of recreation areas and the study for the subdivision; reservation for streets. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported in regard to the Civil Service Com- missionts recommendation to amend the standards and require- ments for Fire Captain. The proposal was discussed with the Fire Chief and is in conformity with good standard practice. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that a resolution be prepared approving this change. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: l::yes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER BIRD presented the modification of lease agree- ment for the National Justice Court, increasing the number of rooms to four and the rental from $150.00 to $170.00 per month, approved by the County of San Diego. Moved by Parchen, second- ed by Jensen, that the lease agreement be approved, and refer- red to the City Attorney to prepare a resolution. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported that the four overhead signs have been taken down and are in storage at the City garage waiting appropriate disposal. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported on sidewalk inspection. The entire 0livewood area has been surveyed, the properties where neces- sary, have been posted, and we are getting favorable action on the sidewalk situation in that area, and we will commence the latter part of this week on sidewalk inspection in the area 11/16 137 west of National Avenue from Division Street south to 24th St. COMMUNICATION FROM FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST was read, requesting permission to place distribution boxes for literature at the following locations: 16th Street and Highland; "A" Ave. at the SE corner of the Post Office; between 1st and 2nd Sts. at the bus stop. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Parchen, that it be referred to the Traffic Safety Committee for their recommendations as to whether they will obstruct vision, etc. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported on the bids for fire apparatus, and recommended that the bidsaas submitted for Initial Attack High Pressure Fog System Apparatus be rejected. MP. Bird stated he wished to reject the bids and requested authorization to nego- tiate for the purchase of fire apparatus. Moved by Hollings- worth, seconded by Jensen, that the bids be rejected and the City Manager be instructed to negotiate. Carried, all the Coun- cil present voting aye. It was the City Managerts recommenda- tion that the bids for the 1000 Gallon Triple -Combination Pump- er be rejected. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Jensen, that the bids be rejected. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he wished authority to negotiate a lease with option to purchase a 1000 Gallon Triple Combination Seagrave. Corp. High Pressure System Pumper from the Bank of America for the sum of $21,837.00, including tax, fob National City. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the City Manager be instructed to negotiate for the Seagrave 1000 Gallon Pumper with the Bank of America. Carried, by try following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Hodge. Nays: Parchen. CITY MANAGER BIRD requested he be authorized to negotiate a lease with an option to purchase one; Seagrave-Hirsch Initial Attack Unit for the sum of $9,856.91 from the Bank of America. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollings- worth, that the City Manager0s request be granted. Carried, b: the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen Hodge. Nays: Parchen. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported on the matter of the appraisal of City properties. Mr. Bird stated he has received two firm bids after negotiating with seven companies. Percy H. Goodwin Co., $2,000.00; John Cotton Companu, $1,400.00 for six pieces of City owned property; alternate bid, Olivewood property only, $1,150.00; the other property, $450.00. Moved by Heck, second- ed by Parchen, that we accept the John Cotton Company bid of $1,400.00. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported in regard to the barges on the water- front. He had two police reports, and as late as today Mr. Daw- son, owner of one of the barges, sold the barge to one of our tidelands lease occupants, Mr. Steffen, who his agreed to des- troy and salvage it. That water is not navigable and the Coast Guard and Navy are not interested. The othLyabarge is owned by the Navy and is occupied by Mf. Anderson,/is being salvaged. Mr. Bird suggested a Harbor master ordinance which would control such situations. CITY MANAGER BIRD reported on the matter of Arminda Andis acci- dent case which was referred to his office for investigation. Mr. Bird said he investigated the matter and has contacted Mr. Maloney, the agent for Mrs. Andis. It is the feeling that in the past such things h-ve not been handled properly, and sug- gest that in the future, as a matter of public policy, we should inform any claimant that a verified claim should be filed with the City Clerk and the City Clerk will supply a standard 11/16 138 form, notarizing such claim. This standard form will be ore - pared by the City Attorney and will be on file. In the matter of Andis case, the claim will be filed tomorrow. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Parchen, that the recommendation as suggestion by the City Manager be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER ;BIRD reported that he has a 1911 Act petition on Hoover Avenue from 8th Street to 13th Street. MEMORaNDUM FROM CITY ENGINEER W RVICK was read, stating that upon checking the petition, he finds that 61.16% of the frontage requested the improvement. It is recommended that the Council, by resolu- tion, order the work performed. Moved by Heck, seconded by Jensen, that the resolution be prepared. Carried, by the fol- lowing vote to -wit: Eyes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM YELLOW CAB COMPANY was read, requesting per- mission to appear before the License Investigating Committde and furnish data and information to substiate a reduction in the business license fee. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated the Cab Company feel that $50.00 per year per cab operating is too high, and they would like to appear before the Committee and furnish data from their Cab Association showing comparable rates all over the United States. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded. by Jensen, that they be informed of the meeting of the Business License Commit-- • tee so they can appear and present their case. Carried, all tfia: Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he had a report which was requested in relation to the resolution to be prepared to be sent to Sen. Kuchel,. etc. requesting estimates for paving 4th, 8th, 16th anr. 18th Streets front National Avenue to the east City limits. Analysis of actual traffic count taken 10/8/54, 8th Street e.?;'- of Harbison increase 14%; Harbison Avenue between 16th & 18th. Street increase of 50%; 18th Street at Rachael increase of 33,8�b. Estir±: to for paving 4th Street, National Avenue to Harbison, $171,681.00; paving 8th Street, National Avenue to Rachel 190,087.00; estimate for 64 foot paving on 16th Street, Nat- ional Avenue to Rachael, $446,935.00; estir«te on 18th Street, from•National Avenue to Rachael, $163,021..00. Moved by Hol- lingsworth, seconded by Heck, this be referred to the City Attorney for the proper resolution, also that two, copies be sent to Arthur Eddy, County Assessor, and when the resolutions are prepared that two copies also be sent to Mr. Eddy. Car- ried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated we have a 1911 Act petition on 26th Street from "B" to "D" which will have to be checked against the Assessor's record; and we have en additional signature on the Cleveland Avenue 1911 Act proceedings, namely, Charles M. Davis. CITY MANAGER BIRD stated he has a request from the City Engineer, and because of the 1911 Act petitions and the time element, it is recommended that the Council allow the Engineer's request. MEMOR,NDUM FROM CITY ENGINEER WARWICK was read, stating that due to the amount of work now accumulated in the Engineering Dept., authorization is requested to have two employees of his office work full time on Saturdays for the.months of November and Dec- ember. The two men nd the rate of compensation for each are as follows: Frank Fj_nney, $2.922 per hour; C. P. Simonds, $2.79 per hour. Moved by Parchen, seconded by Jensen, that the City Manager's recommendation be allowed. Carried, by the following vote to-wit:.,yes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays:. None. 11/16 139 COMMUNICATION FROM EDWL.RD J. SCHWrRTZ representing Jack Dembo, owner of Block 1, Sub. of 10 Acre Lot 8, Quarter Section 154, in regard to drainage was read. If damage results, suit will be brought against the City for compensation. City Manager Bird recommended this letter be referred to the City Attorney. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Jensen, that the City Manager's recommendation be followed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY MAN..GER BIRD stated we had a meeting r ith the Telephone Company representatives in relation to our proposed fire alarm emergency system. Also we have discussed having the Board of Fire Underwriters Engineer, Mr. Colton, appear at a conference meeting with us to explain some of the things the Telephone Company referred to as to the differential between the standard fire alarm system and the proposed Telephone System. We have been able to get Mr. Colton to be here tomorrow afternoon at 1:30. However, if the Council cannot meet, or a committee of the Council cannot meet, he will call Mr. Colton and try and arrange another meeting. CITY MANaGER BIRD stated he would like authorization to remodel the abandoned Fire Department, as per the tentative plan which he has in his office. This to be for use of the Police Depart- ment. The expense will not run over $1,500.00. It is proposed to move the City Manager's office back to the abandoned office of the present site of the Police Dept. We bropose to take tie present City Managers office and add it to the City Clerk's Office. Moved by Parchen, seconded by Jensen, that the recom- mendation of the City Manager be allowed. Carried, by the fo'• lowing vote to -wit: ?yes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parche. Hodge. Nays: None. COUNCILWOMAN HOLLINGSTrORTH stated sometime after the first of year she would like the City Manager to ascertain how much would cost to buy some easier chairs for the present Council Chambers, and also to investigate further the plan to put a fire escape on this building. COUNCIL&N HECK asked that an air conditioner be included. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC HOUSING GAUTERE,:UX stated he did not have a fair accountability of the expenditures for the month of Oct- ober due to some bills which have not been received. as of to- day, for the month of November, we have collected 33,393.48. The vacancies are remaining at about 10.2%. We have a total charge to tenants accounts receivable set up at $36,249.12 for the month of November; this of course can fluctuate. SUPT. OF P1.RK & RECRE<.TION GAUTEREaUX stated that in regard to the park and recreation fall and winter program, he is very pleased with start that is being made with the money that is be- ing made available. COUNCILWOMAN HOLLINGSWORTH stated that before the City bought the Olivewood Housing, we were collecting from the Federal Gov- ernment $896.00 a month, one dollar for each unit, which was for the collection of trash and garbage. Since we bought the housing we raised the rent in order to cover that $1.00 charge and other utilities, and it is suggested that a bill be submit- ted to the Housing from our City Treasurer for the number of units from which the trash and garbage is collected. It is not fair for the Treasurer's Dept. to be setup as a certain income and a certain outgo in the budget then have $896.00 a month tak- en out of her budget; it gives a false picture. MR. GAUTERELUX stated it is setup in the budget in anticipation of paying the Treasurer's Dept., so it would show on their costs of operation. 11/16 140 CITY ATTORNEY CURRAN stated that Resolution Nb. 6287 in regard to the Bay Corridor Annexation adopted at the last meeting sets the hearing date for December 7, 1954, at 9:00 A.M. Due to the inability to publish within the time prescribed by statute and also by this Resolution, it will be impossible to have the hear- ing at that time, and it will be necessary to amend Resolution No. 6287 by fixing the notice for Tuesday, December 21, 1954, at .9:00 P.M. Attorney Curran stated, as amended, he would like to have Resolution No. 6287 readopted.. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that Resolution No. 6287 be readopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: .yes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jen- sen, Hodge. Nays: Parchen. ATTORNEY CURRAN stated in regard to Resolution No. 6286 which was adopted at the last meeting, directing preparation of plans and specifications for 1911 Act on Twentieth Street from Grove Street to Prospect Street, inasmuch as the petition contains 77% of the required frontage and had a specific waiver of cer- tain requirements involving the Special. assessment, Investiga- tion, Limitation and Majority Protest Act of 1931, he would like to have Resolution No. 6286, readopted, eliminating that portion in the next to the last paragraph which reads: "pro- vided that the City Council obtains jurisdiction to proceed with said work under the provisions ofthe "Special Assessment In- ves:tigation, Limitation and Majority Protest _ct of 1931"<, Mod.. ed by Parchen, seconded by Hollingsworth, that Resolution No.. 6286 be readopted. Carried, all the Council presenttoting ay:: RESOLUTION NO. 6288 was read, a "RESOLUTION DETERMINING INIT Y VIEW OF THE LEGISLAME BODY THAT THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISIONv FCUR OF THE STREETS IND HIGHWAYS CODE WILL NOT BE VIOL._TED", with reference to the proposed improvements on 18th Street f_ram Palm to Rachael. Moved by Heck, seconded by Jensen, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voti1 aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6289 was read, a "RESOLUTION DETERMINING INITI-L VIEW OF THE LEGISLLTIVE BODY THLT THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION FOUR OF THE STREETS i_ND HIGHWAYS CODE WILL NOT BE VIOLLTED", with reference to the proposed improvements on "K" Avenue from ith,9 .enter lein of 18th Street to the center line of 24th Street m c e ine of "J" ._venue to the center line of "L" Ave- nue. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the Resolu- tion be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. RESOLUTION_.NO.. 6290 was read, accepting a grant deed from ?', d. Smith and R. L. B. Smith, and directing the City Clerk to re- cord same. Moved by Parchen, seconded by Jensen, that the Reso- lution be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6291 was read, ordering that Wayne E. Macy, et al, doing business as Sweetwater Skating Rink, be issued a permit to construct and maintain driveways on East 24th Street in excess of the limitations contained in Ordinance No. 851 and in accord- ance with plans approved by the City Engineer. Moved by Parchen, seconded by Heck, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: byes: Heck, Holiingsworth,Parchen, Hodge. Nays: Jensen. RESOLUTION NO. 6292 was read, ordering that Coast Industrial Launderers be issued a permit to construct and maintain drive- ways on llth Street in excess of the limitation contained in Ordinance No. 851, and in accordance with plans approved by the City Engineer. Moved by Heck, seconded=by Parchen, that the Res- olution be adopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. 11/16 11+1 ORDIN,.NCE NO. 871, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF N<.TIONAL CITY r.,MENDING ORDINANCE NO. 750 BY ADDING THERETO SECTION 4.6, was presented for the second and final reading, and read in full. Moved by Hdck, seconded by Parchen, that the Ordinance be a- dopted. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. CITY ATTORNEY CURRA.N recommended approval of the Fireman's Fund Position Schedule Bond for Desk Officer in the Police Dept. Moved by Parchen, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the bond be approved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. ATTORNEY CURR.N recommended approval of endorsement to be add- ed to Fireman's Fund Indemnity Company Policy No. B 1103996. Moved by Heck, seconded by Parchen, that the endorsement be approved. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. CITY ATTORNEY CURR.LN reported that he spent a full day in Superior Court regarding the matter of United States of :merica against 130 acres of land. The City of National City has some delinquent taxes which i, due course will be collected, and as a result of this hearing an order was made for the collection of a small amount of taxes on parcels. The money was deposite' on the declaration that was taken by the Federal Government . 1 1943. There will be more coming up from time to time. Moved by Heck, seconded by Jensen, that the City Engineer and. City attorney be auth.Drized to prepare the necess ry resolu' is . for adoption on the 1911 Lct improvements, as required. Car- ried, all the Council present voting aye. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the City Clerk to deliver returned cards at the expiration of a 30 day period to the City Engineer. This is in regard to the notices on 191 .ycts. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. COUNCILVOMLN HOLLINGSWORTH reported on the Water Committee meet- ing held last week in Chula Vista with five members of the South Bay Irrigation District, three members of the City Council of National City, and three members of Chula Vista Council, with their respective £,ttorneys, and representatives of the Wcter Company and their l,ttorney; The standby sprinkling system charges did not show an increase. They want to raise the cost on fire hydrants from $3.75 a month to S4.00 a month. The com- mercial rate, municipal rate, and all oth,lr types of water would be raised. They were asked if they intended to furnish a fil- tering plant with this increase in rates, and they said "no", that in case they were going to do that it would be over $1,000,000.00 installation for a plantwhich would mean that they would have to have an equivalent raise of approximately $400,000.00 a year plus the one they are now requesting. In talking to some of the members it was their feeling that this was the time to either explore it further and come to some kind of a settlement with the Water Company, whether it be by con- demnation, buying, or opposition. Mrs. Hollingsworth, stated she would like to have official authorization, incase the other two groups wish to go ahead with hiring a rate expert, that we will participate in the expense. It is the hope of the Water Committee that the South Bay Irrigation District, and the Chula Vista Council Till set up a citizens committee, so it will be a group of interested citizens of all three groups, and the rccom- mcndation will come from 15 or more people who will serve on this committee of the various Councils or Boards. The time ele- ment is very important. Moved by Parchen, seconded by Jenson, that National City will participate in the joint enterprise of 11/16 142 the City of Chula Vista and the South Bay Irrigation District and share the cost of hiring a rate engineer. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Jensen, Parchen, Hodge. Nays: None. CITY CLERK ALSTON stated she would like to have transfer of funds made, if the Council so approves, and the Attorney pre- sent the resolution at the next meeting. We have approximately $800.00 that we must pay the Water Company in regard to the cul- vert at 12th and Highland. There is no money set up in the bud- get for this expenditure and it is requested that $800.00 be transferred from the Unapportioned Reserve tc Maintemance to take care of the bill. Also the South Bay Plaza deposited $800.00 in the Trust & Agency Fund for sewer work, whip has been done; and it is requested this be transferred from the Trust & ;gency Fund to the General Fund. Our Sinking Fund Nc. 4 has been paid off for several years, and there is a balance in the fund of $1,264.78, and if possible transfer the balance to the General Fund. Moved by Hollingsworth, seconded by Heck, that the City Clerk's request be approved, and the City Lttorney be authorized to prepare a suitable resolution. Carried, by the following vote tc-wit: Ayes: Heck, Hollingsworth, Hodge. Nays: Jensen, Parchen. Moved by Heck, seconded by Hollingsworth, that the meeting be closed. Carried, all the Council present voting aye. Meeting closed at 10:55 P.M. ATTEST: CITY CLERK MAYOR, CITY OF Nt.TIONAL CI 9 Ci.LIT 143 We the duly elected and qualified Council members of the City of National City, California, do hereby consent to the holding of a special Council meeting on November 24, 1954, at the hour of 9:00 A.M. at the Council Chambers at the City Hall, National City, California, for the purpose of: To decide what, if any,action should be taken to intervene in the suit brought by the United States of America to condemn certain tidelands claimed by the City of Coronado, said suit now being tried in the Federal Court. %-A / J MAYOR COUNCILMA )-) C OUNC ILWOMAN P