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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1953 09-01 CC MIN43 National City, California, September 1, 1953 Regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Sarn. Councilman present: McClure, Parchen, Sarn. Councilmen absent: Carrigan. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of August 18, 1953, and the adjourned meeting of August 25, 1953, be dispensed with. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Campbell; Gautereaux, Bailey. MRS. NELSON was present, representing Mrs. Bernice Kellogg.who as3ged permission to place a Nativity scene in National City at Chbistmas time, and inquired what decision had been reached in this regard. CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX stated he wrote Mrs. Kellogg a letter asking for further information and no answer has been received as yet. MRS. NELSON stated she will answer the letter as Mrs. Kellogg is away on vacation. REV. PITTMAN, Pastor of Highland Avenue Baptist Church, was present and requested permission to erect a tent on their property at 2605 Highland Avenue. The tent will only be used on Sundays and will be only a temporary proposition to allev- iate the crowded conditions. MAYOR SARN referred the request to City Manager Gautereaux for checking with the Bldg. Inspect- or and Fire Chief for a report at the adjourned meeting of September 8, 1953. ORDINANCE NO. , an ordinance regulating installation and removal of curbs and sidewalks and providing for permits and inspections upon any public street or alley, was presented for the first reading. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that only the heading be read. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: McClure, Parchen, Sarn. Nays: None. ORDINANCE NO. , "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF CURBS ANT) SIDEWALKS AND PROVIDING FOR PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS UPON ANY PUBLIC STREET OR ALLEY WITHIN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF." Moved by McClure,seconded by Parchenthat the Ordinance be laid over until the next meeting for the second and final reading. Carried; by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: McClure, Parchen, Sarn. Nays: None. APPOINTMENT OF ACTING CITY ENGINEER was presented. MAYOR SARN requested this be taken off the agenda. DEED OF GEORGE,B. and QUEANITH N. MALONE for banjo street off Orange Ave.; was presented. MAYOR SARN stated that according to the City's ordinance they cannot accept a 30 foot street. MR. MALONE was present and stated 30 feet is all he can deed as the land has been sold and he cannot make the street any wider. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated there is no provision for accepting a 30 foot street. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the deed for this street not be accepted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. INSURANCE POLICIES, one in the sum of $2,500.00 for faithful performance of Floyd Finnerty, and five fire insurance policies for $9,000.00 each, were presented. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated there is no recommendation and suggested they be re- ferred to the City Manager to check, as he thought sometime ago we were discussing faithful performance bonds for all em- 9/1 44 ployees and thought that perhaps Mr. Finnerty's was also included. MAYOR SARN stated the additional insurance of $45,000.00 would bring the insurance up to the appraised value. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL approved the policies as to form. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that the fire insurance policies be accepted. Carried_ all Councilmen present voting aye. MAYOR SARN requested that the policy for Floyd Finnerty be referred to the City Manager for checking. APPLICATION FOR OFF SALE BEER & WINE BEVERAGE LICENSE by Ken's Market, 429 Palm Ave., was read. The premises have not been licensed. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that this be referred to Police Chief Smith for a report, and that a protest be issued if the police report is not favorable. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. MAYOR SARN announced that it was 8:00 P.M. o'clock and the continued hearing on the closing a portion of Wilson Avenue and a portion of 12th Street would be held at this time. No one was present objecting to the closing. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL suggested the hearing be continued another two weeks as there has been no definite confirmation that the building will be built. MAYOR SARN continued the hearing to September 15, 1953, at 8:00 P.M. o'clock. APPLICATION FOR OFF SALE GENERAL BEVERAGE LICENSE, transfer of Ronis Liquor Store, 41 E. 8th Street, was read. Moved by Parchen, seconded by Sarn, that the application be filed. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX regarding the City dump, was read, stating that a satisfactory agreement was reached between Mr. Hynum, City Trash Collector; Mr. Abernathy, representing the Charles Davis Salvage Company; and the City Manager. MAYOR SARN ordered the communication filed. REQUEST OF NATIONAL CITY BATON MOTHERS CLUB to waive business license for rummage sale, and permission to use the old Kiwanis Club Bldg., Saturday, September 12th, was read. The proceeds to be used for new uniforms and equipment for the Baton Corps. A communication_ from the Park & Recreation Advisory Board stated they were in favor of waiving the one- half of one percent and approved the use of the old Kiwanis Club Bldg. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated there is no provision for the Council to waiv@: the one-half of one percent sales tax. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that they be allowed to use the Kiwanis Bldg., as requested. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE was read, re- commending that an ordinance and/or resolution be passed in accordance with the request of the State Division of High- ways on July 21, making all signs legal on the former 101 Highway through National City. CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX stated that in working with Mr. Wallace of the Division of Highways, a survey has been made of the necessities for signs and the order will possibly be placed tomorrow. It has not been possible to get a definite price on the signs as the Company that is manufacturing them say that when National City's, Chula Vista's and the County's orders are received they can then prorate the cost. COUNCILMAN PARCIz'EN asked if we could legally engage in a contract on that basis. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated any purchase under $2,000.00 would be legal without a contract. CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX stated he believed the total cost will be approximately $65.00 or $70.00. It is his recommendation that the signs be purchased and placed. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the City Manager's 3 J 9/1 45 recommendation be followed. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. MAYOR SARN referred the communication to the City Attorney for the preparation of an ordinance or resolution. -COMMUNICATION FROM PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD was read, recommending that immediate action be taken toward the filling in of the area designated for the new tennis courts at Kimball Park. It was also recommended that the Council inspect the shuffle board court and'determine if it could be made avail- able to unchartered groups who wish to use it. CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX stated we are now starting to get new grades established off of "A" Avenue on east for the purpose of filling in, in preparation for the constructinn of tennis courts and other hard surface areas for sports. The shuffle board building will have to be moved. The shuffle board court has never been closed, it is always open for public use. Moved by Parehen, seconded by McClure, that the City Manager be instructed to answer this letter as so stated to the Council. Carried, all Councilmen present voting' aye. PETITION signed by a number of realtors, business men and tax- payers of National City, was presented, stating they believe that the best interest of the community will be served with placing vacant City property on the market. It is recommend- ed that any properties the City may deem surplus be disposed of in a manner which will produce the most revenue, enhance the beauty and promote the growth of the City. It is urged that further study be made of the proposed plan to subdivide the unsightly acreage between Division and Fourth Streets. It is their feeling that it would be wise for the City to subdivide it, imposing suitable architectural restrictions and lot sizing, as per plan #4 approved by the Planning Commission. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN asked if it would be possible on this particular plot of land to sell all or part of the land and still maintain architectural control. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated the only way it could be done'is through a restriction in the deed in the sale of property. For the benefit of the subdivision you can impose certain restrictions, you can set up an architectural board, but as a City under zoning regulations or setting valuations you cannot. COUNCIL- MAN McCLURE stated there is the problem of the lot size to be considered, and asked if a tentative map or at least a street plan could be adopted as part of the master street plan and sell the lots contingent upon compliance With the master street plan, with a certain minimum area lot ttPdontro 'i . ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated the street plan could be set up on the master street plan. A tentative plan could be set up and dedicate the streets for public use if so desired. It would also be possible to set up the area as a certain zone with a minimum lot width or whatever size desired. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that one map of plan #4 be made available to the Planning Commission with the direction that they come up with suggestions of approval of the plan. DALTON BAKER - was present and stated it is his understanding that the map in question is plan #4 and has been accepted by the Planning Commission and recommended to the Council as a proposed sub- division of this particular area.. If the property was sold to subdividers it would not be developed in the proper form. National City is in need of property for higher priced homes, and there would be no problem of selling the property to individuals. BERNARD BANKE was present and stated he was in favor of the City having that property developed into nice homes, as far as zoning and restricting and beautification is concerned, that is fins, but as a taxpayer he is definitely against the City speculating at these uncertain times with 9/1 46 public funds. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. MAYOR SARN requested City Manager Gautereaux to arrange with the Planning Commission to meet with the Council and the Engineer"and anyone interested to go over the map. APPLICATION BY CHARLES M. DAVIS to purchase Lot 21, Block 119 was presented. Mr. Davis has deposited $500.00 as the open- ing bid, and the City's delinquent taxes, penalties, costs and interest amount to $86.00. CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX stated he has looked at the property and deems the price offered as a reasonable amount to start the bid. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the Resolution accepting the bid be read. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6008 was read, setting the sum of $500.00 as the minimum sales price for Lot 21, Block 119, City of National City. The Tax Collector is authorized and directed to advertise to sell at public auction the interest of the City of National City. The City Clerk and Tax Collector are authorized and directed to execute and deliver to the purchaser at said sale a tax dOed to said property. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. APPLICATIONS FOR REFUNDS were presented as follows: Edna Atkinson, $2.50, over estimate on business license; J. N. Weisser, 82.50, over estimate on business license; B. C. Kennedy, S245.00, payment for sewer connection and it was impossible to install the sewer; C. T. Winder, $5.00. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated all are legally refundable and all have been approved by City Treasurer Holgate. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the refunds be made. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: McClure, Parchen, Sarn. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX was read, stating that the property owners on Third Street west of Laurel have petitioned for curbs, gutters, sidewalks and paving under the 1911 Act. Since the acceptance of the petition a majority of the owners have installed the curbs, gutters and sidewalks. They are now attempting to form a voluntary district to pave the street to city specifications. A meeting was held regard- ing this matter and most of the property owners were present and the city was represented by Mr. Newberry and the City Manager. It was agreed that a private contractor could be hired to grade the street to subgrade which would be six inches below finish grade and import two inches of disintegrated gravel ogle and two inches of oil road -mix, then seal and .nded. This Would result in the crown of the street remaining two inches lower than finish grade so that the 1911 Act could finish the job with plant -mixed surfacing. If this specification meets with Council approval the City Treasury could be used as an escrow agent. Each property owner will deposit his pro- portionate share and when the total amount is collected, the contractor will be notified to begin work. At the completion of the work the City will accept the job, if passable, and the contractor will obtain releases from each of the property owners in order to obtain his money from the City Treasury. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN asked if this is legally feasible. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated it was, and before anything would be signed by the Council he would pass on it and give his recommendation. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that this plan be allowed with the restriction that the contract be approved by the City Attorney. Carried; all Councilmen present voting aye. 9/1 47 JOMMUNICATION FROM CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX was read, asking favorable action with regard to a temporary street improvement plan designed to give temporary immediate relief to dust and partial mud control. Temporary street and roadway maintenance shall be applicable only in cases where the street is full width or not less than one-half of the designed street width which has been deeded to the City for public use. One hundred percent of the property owners must sign up for the temporary improvement and post their proportionate share of funds in thb Trust & Agency Fund pending a signed statement of project com- pletion and release by the Street Supt. prior to the payment of any materials, labor or contract. The City may enter upon any dedicated street commonly used for travel, use necessary equipment to prepare and make smooth the -original dirt sur- face prior to an application of road oil, all of which shall be under jurisdiction of the Street Supt. This shall be known and understood by all whose signatures appear on this applicat- ion as a temporary street relief project and that the City will not further oil maintain it and only as the property owners may provide further materials will the City assist in the application and maintenance. At any future time the City may cause a change or the street to be brought to official grade there shall be no refunds to property owners for past payments. The City shall determine the useful life of the oil surface and make any and all repairs deemed advisable. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN asked if it would be possible to include in this plan any restrictions on the utility companies. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated he thought we could have the cooper- ation of the utility companies, they should be told prior to any work. We have a franchise with the Gas Company and it is provided that they are to repair the street anytime that they dig it up. CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX stated that if a utility company comes along and digs the trench in for service, which would have to be; we in turn would ask that the same be re- placed as was found. We are doing this in all of our work. This plan is to take care of definite emergencies as we are having so many calls from property owners who need relief. MRS. KODISH was present and asked if this temporary oiling would be the same type as we now see in some portions of the City; and at the time it was put on it was supposed to be a temporary thing but it has become a permanent thing, that is why we have streets with chuck holes. CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX said this is not intended to supplement a permanent street, but merely to give temporary relief. Moved by Parchen, second- ed by McClure, that the plan be adopted. Carried, all Council- men present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM.,CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX asking permission to adveiii$e tor bids for the purchase of one new street sweeper, was read. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids for a street sweeper; bids to be opened October 6, 1953. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM";CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX was read, request- ing authorization to transfer $750.00 from unappropriated reserve to Advertising and Promotion (506-B13). It is also requested authorization be granted to set up a new account in the Recreation Dept. budget - Special Services (525 =3) transferring $100.00 from Material and Supplies in this same departmental budget. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated that a transfer should be made from unappropriated reserve to Water Expense (B6), the sum of $3,714.9a; which is necessary to raise the budget estimate to the actual expenditure of Metropolitan Water payment. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that 9/1 48 the transfers be made. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX was read, to which was attached a letter from E. E. Wallace. In a telephone 'conversation with Mr. Wallace he was somewhat surprised to realize the amount of industry and heavy traffic that will be making use of Montgomery Freeway. It was decided that the City Manager will keep their office posted with the growth of traffic, especially in trucking, and if the necessity arises the State will be making a very definite study of a new approach to the problem. COMMUNICATION FROM E. E. WALLACE was read, concerning the traffic conditions at 13th and Harbor. Grade separation was not placed at this intersection when the highway connection was .completed in that location because of the fact that we could not at that time finance a grade separation which also involved separation structure across the tracks. There is a grade separation at 18th Street which should serve the industries and traffic presently involved west of that location. It would seem that any traffic which is inconvenienced by the 13th Street congestion would prefer to use the 18th Street separation and one of the City streets to the east to continue on into National City or to return to the Freeway at 13th. There is a very large volume of traffic using Harbor Drive that would be very seriously delayed with any three-phase signal installation. We are interested in proper handling of the traffic in the safest manner possible and will be glad to give this location further consideration. COUNCILMAN MCCLURE stated he cannot understand a three-phase light being necessary at that point, and it would appear that it would be no more of an interference than that already exist- ing. MAYOR SARN requested the communications filed and asked that the City Manager keep a progress report and keep in touch with Mr. Wallace. COMMUNICATION FROM DON A. NEWBERRY, Engineering Office, was read, setting forth certain recommendations regarding the matter of establishing 1911 Act assessment districts. COUNCIL- MAN McCLURE stated there is in existence an area in National City that comes very close to forming an unit that would respond to the 1911 Act, which is the area between Highland and "L" Avenues and between 18th and 24th Streets. There are a number of petitions for the 1911 Act in from that area and there has been considerable work done establishing grades and preparing plans, so that at least a portion of it is done. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that the area between $Lghland and "L" Avenues and 18th and 24th Streets be considered in forming a district for the 1911 Act, and that this be referred to the Planning Commission for their recommend- ation, and if it receives a favorable recommendation from the Commission that we proceed. Also that the Engineering Department notify the Planning Commission the number of pet- itions they have within this area. This to be done in co- operation with the Engineering Dept. so hey will have all the information available on the amount o work already com- pleted on plans, etc. Carried, all Counc lmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATIONS FHOM THE PLANNING COMMISSI City Manager were read, stating that the go on record with the City Manager to the whole heartedly in favor of paving the st town in the quickest and most economical Manager will have their whole hearted coo Planning Commission is interested in maki_ N addressed to the fanning Commission effect that they are eets in the entire ay and that the City eration. The g a complete study 9/1 49 and survey of the fastly developing industrial and tidelands area in National City. With this thought in mind, the Commission unanimously passed a motion requesting the em- ployment of a City Planner. The Planning Commission also stressed the dire need of the employment'of a right-of-way man. COMMUNICATION FROM CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX was read, regarding the letters from the Planning Commission. In regard to the employing of a planner and right-of-way man, it is his opinion that would be a wise move. However, it is the Manager's feeling that just as soon as the necessity arises due to a specific job then it will be economically sound to Secure such types of employees. CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX stated that just as soon as we have a specific job to be done and can outline something of a definite nature he would like then the author- ization to employ such type of help. Mr. Gautereaux stated he would like the opportunity to look for an individual of such type that we might be able to use, not only for certain types of planning but who would fit in with our continuous engineering program. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN inquired about the present status of the master street plan. COUNCILMAN McCLURE stated it was his recollection that the Council accepted it with two suggested alternate street routes. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated the map was before the Council but the Planning Commission had not held their legal hearings, and they should be setting the hearings before too long, and then it will come back to the Council for formal adoption. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN said it would appear to him to be the appropriate time to hire a City Planner to work on the master street plan. MAYOR SARN referred this to the City Manager for his screening out of possible prospects for the City Planner. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN stated he would like to urge the Planning Commission to bring the master street plan to completion and hold the hearings, which will expedite the hiring of a City Planner. MAYOR SARN requested City Manager Gautereaux to contact the Planning Commission and get a report on the status of the master street plan. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated that City Manager Gautereaux presented a communication regarding two ordinances; one an ordinance regulating the installation and removal of curbs. This one we hacl the first reading on this evening. The other is the sign ordinance which the Council is still discussing and is not ready for adoption. COMMUNICATION FROM CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX regarding the work done by Mr. Phelps, was read. Mr. Phelps has completed work on three projects and at this time he is entitled to $980.00. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated Mr. Phelps' bill will be submitted at a l:ater date, so zo action is nik eSsAzY b t% Coil at this time. COMMUNICATION FROM CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX was read, recommend- ing the sale to the California Water and Telephone Company of one 234 foot section of 12 inch cement asbestos water pipe for $1,404.00. This pipe was installed by the City of National City in Tidelands Avenue approximately May 17, 1952. The total cost of materials, pipe connections etc. was $1,173.22. In- asmuch as water mains are to be installed for the purpose of serving this entire area, this particular piece of pipe would be of no advantage to us, but can become a part of the Water Company's distribution main in the area. Moved by Parchcn, seconded by McClure, that the pipe be sold. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. 9/1 50 RESOLUTION NO. 6009 was read, authorizing the sale to the California Water & Telephone Company a certain 12-inch pipe line, 234 feet in length, located in Tidelands Avenue, for the sum of $1,404.00. The City Manager is authorized to sign and deliver the necessary document and to carry out the terms of the Resolution upon the payment to the City by the California Water & Telephone Company the sum of $1,404.00. Moved by.McClure seconded by Parchen, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6010 was read, granting a special zone variance permit to Marios and Zenona Pinones for the purpose of creat- ing two lots with a frontage of not less than 44 feet, on Lot 37,, Block 3, Paradena Park. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure; that the Resolution be adopted. Carried; all Councilmen present voting aye. BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE presented: General Fund Traffic Safety Fund Park M & I Fund Harbor Fund Trust & Agency Fund Payroll Fund TOTAL $33,268.72 655.74 24.30 15.63 55.00 18,540.33 $52,559.72 Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that the bills be allowed; and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: McClure, Parchen, Sarn. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO. 6011 was read. that $5,041.51 be paid from the Capital Outlay Fund to Dick Haas for street tank truck. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated that Mr. Newberry in the Engineering Dept. has asked that the Council grant approval to the Ducommun Metal Company to install paving on Wilson Avenue between 13th and 14th Streets. It would be done by the Company at their sole expense under the direction of the City, RESOLUTION NO. 6012 was read, permitting the-Ducommun Metal Company to do certain street work on a portion of Wilson Ave., at their sole expense and without liability or cost to the City; all in accordance with plans and profile attached to said Resolution; and upon the signing of an agreement here- inafter referred to and the posting of tonds in the sum re- commended by the City Manager. The City Attorney is authorized and directed to prepare said agreement, and Frank J. Sarn, Mayor, is authorized and directed to execute the same. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that the Resolution be ad- opted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated that the Public Housing Administration has written a letter dated August 11, 1953, addressed to Mr. Rhodes, referring to his letter of June 26, 1953, transmitting certain resolutions requesting transfer of the housing project. Resolution No. 5961 is not acceptable because it was not re- ce_ved by them until Ju-_y 9, 1953, and it should have been received not later than June 30th. Resolutions No. 5350 and 5351 are acceptable except for paragraph 4 in each case, 9/1 51 stating that the immediate purpose for which the housing is bought is for gradual disposition as rapidly as housing conditions will permit. It should state in effect that the City will continue to operate the housing as long as it is needed to meet the local housing requirements of National defense industries. It is suggested that a resolution be adopted, specifically amending Resolution No. 5351, also one amending Resolution No. 5350. Resolution No. 5349 was found to be invalid as the City did not have jurisdiction over the project being requested, and suggested that after the area is incorporated into the City that a new resolution be adopted in the same form as Resolution No. 5349 except that paragraph 4 should be altered. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that resolutions be read making the necessary changes. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6013 was read, amending Resolution No. 5350 as follows: That Paragraph 4 of said Resolution is hereby deleted and the following inserted: That applicant will continue to operate said housing so long as it is needed to meet the local housing requirements of the National defense industries. All other portions of Resolution No. 5350 are hereby ratified and reaffirmed. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen., that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6014 was read, amending Resolution No. 5351 as follows: That Paragraph 4 of said Resolution is hereby deleted and the following inserted: That applicant will continue to operate said housing so long as it is needed to meet the local housing requirements of the National defense industries. All other portions of Resolution No. 5351 are hereby ratified and reaffirmed. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated he had prepared a resolution setting the time and date for the hearing on the annexation of property owned by L. E. & Martha E. Findahl. RESOLUTION NO. 6015 was read, setting October 6, 1953, at 8:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers as the time and place the Council will hear protests on the annexation to the City of National City of property situated in the County of San Diego, and more particularly described in said Resolution. The City Clerk is hereby authorized to give due and legal notice of this hearing. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Council- men present voting aye. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated it was requested at the last meeting that the City Manager be appointed as the proper person to sign the annual street report, and that Resolution No. 5694 adopted May 6, 1952, authorized the City Manager to file the annual street report each year. No further action is necessary. RESOLUTION NO. 6016 was regd, authorizing J. C. Bailey, Fire Chief, to attend the Fire Chiefs' Conference in Tacoma, Wash., Sept. 7th to 10th; and the City Clerk and City Manager are hereby authorized to attend the League of California Cities Convention in San Francisco, October 18th to 21st. The City Ci�:rk is authorized and directed to pay the necessary and legal expenditures. Moved by Parchen, seconded by McClure, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen 9/1 52 present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6017 was read, authorizing the City Engineer to prepare plans and specifications, estimates of cost and map of a proposed improvement district for grading and paving on Cleveland Avenue between 13th and 22nd Sts. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 6018 was read, denying the claim of E. A. Powell in the amount of $138.66. Moved by McClure, seconded by Parchen, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL reported on the matter of removal of ice boxes and refrigerators that have been abandoned. There is a prohibition in the Penal Code which would probably cover this, but Mr. Campbell stated he will continue to try and find out what the other cities are doing in this regard. Moved by Parehen, seconded by McClure, that the meeting be adjourned to September 8, 1953, at 7:00 P.M. o'clock. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. n ATTEST: k , CITY' CLERK MAYdR, CI 0 ' NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA