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National City; California, December 1, 1953
Regular meeting of the City Council was called to orde_ y
Mayor Sarn at 7:30 P.M. o'clock. Councilmen present:
Campbell, Parchen, Sarn. Councilmen absent: Carrigan.
Moved by Parchen, seconded by Campbell, that the reading of
the minutes of the regular meeting of November 17, 1953, and
the adjourned meeting of November 16, 1953, be dispensed with.
Carried, all Councilmen present voting afire.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Alston, Campbell, Gautereaux,
Warwick.
COMMUNICATION FROM COUNCILMAN CARRIGAN was read, stating that
his term as Councilman expires in April, 1954, and while he
has recovered his health sufficiently to pers«it participating
as Councilman, his physical condition is such that he does
not believe he should undergo the strain of an election
campaign. In order to give the Council an opportunity, if
they see fit, to appoint someone who may desire to run for
this office, ye le et is ' at ee`o' ' `Cleor. 1e te] erk.
upon deliver o'
SARN said it is too bad to accept this resignation as we need
someone with Mr. Carrigan's experience. Moved by Parchen,
seconded by Campbell, that the resignation be accepted.
COUNCILMAN PARCHEN stated he did not know how the Council is
going to fill the Vacancy, and had he had the opportunity
before the letter was read he would have prevailed on Mr.
Carrigan to continue as Councilman. COUNCILMAN CAMPBELL
stated his association with Mr. Carrigan_ has been "good" and
he was sorry to see him resign. He has done_an excellent
job in the position as Mayor. DOROTHY JENSEN, 41 E. 2nd St.,
was present, and stated that due to the fact that Mr. Carrigan
does not wish the strain of an election campaign, there is a
vacancy on the Council caused by the resignation of Mr. McClure.;
and if Mr. Carrigan fills that vacancy he would not have to go
through an election. COUNCILMAN CAMPBELL said he thought
that was a very good suggestion, but wondered if Mr. Carrigan
would accept it. He would welcome him back on the Council as
Mr. Carrigan does know the job fully. Carried, all Council-
men present voting aye. Moved by Campbell, seconded by
Parchen, that Mr. Carrigan be appointed to fill the vacancy
created by Mr. McClure, which expires April, 1956. Carried.
all Councilmen present voting aye. MAYOR SARN requested that
City Manager Gautereaux contact Mr. Carrigan and ask him to
come to the meeting tonight, if possible. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN
stated he thought the Council should keep in mind the necessity
for filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Council-
man Carrigan.
HERBERT A. BARNES was present, and asked Attorney Campbell how
the Council operates, whether by Charter, and if so he would
1Uke a copy of the Charter. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated the
Council of this City is setup under General Laws found in
the Government Code. The City of National City is a Sixth
Class City and there is no charter. All the laws are provided
by the State of California.
ORDINANCE NO. ; an ordinance regulating zoning in the City
of National City was presented for the second reading. Moved
by Campbell, seconded by Parchen, that only the heading be
read. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Campbell,
Parchen; Sarn. Nays: None.
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ORDINANCE NO. 854, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 750 OF SAID CITY BY
AMENDING SECTION 3, SUBSECTION (F) 1 OF SECTION 6; SUBSECTION
(B) OF SECTION 7; SUBSECTION (B) OF SECTION 9; SUBSECTIOJ (A)
3 OF SECTION 10; SUBSECTION (A) 5 OF SECTION 11; SUBSECT_ON
A 2 OF SECTION 12; SUBSECTION (A) 4 OF SECTION 17; SUBSECTICN
A l (c), (A) 3 (e), (A) 3 (g), A 10, C 4 AND C 7 OF SECTION
18 OF SAID ORDINANCE, AND DECLARING ITS URGENCY FOR ITS
IMMEDIATE PRESERVATION OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH, AND
WELFARE." Moved by Parchen, seconded by Campbell, that the
Ordinance be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present
voting aye.
PERFORMANCE BOND OF FRITZ & BOWERS was presented. CITY CLERK
ALST6k stated a new bond in the amount of $1,800.00 has been
presented, which she referred to the City Attorney for approval.
ATTORNEY CAMPBELL approved the bond as to form. CITY ENGINEER
WARWICK stated he and City Manager Gautereaux contacted Fritz
and Bowers today and they agreed to put up a bond for the
price of 200 a square foot, which Mr. Warwick stated he con-
siders adequate. Moved by Campbell, that the bond be
accepted. MAYOR SARN requested this be laid over until after
the opening of the bids.
MAYOR SARN called for the hearing on the closing of a portion
of Wilson Avenue and a portion of 12th Street. No one was
present objecting to the closing, and the Mayor continued
the hearing until the meeting of December 15, 1953, at 8:00 P.M.
MAYOR SARN stated the bids for the garbage contract would be
opened at this time. The following bids were opened:
LA MESA DISPOSAL SERVICE $1,350.00 per month; CHULA VISTA
SANITARY SERVICE, $15,264.00 for the period of January 1,
1954 to December 31, 1954; F. SAN MARTIN & SONS, $1,346.00
per month. MAYOR SARN requested the bids be referred to the
City Manager for his recommendation.
MAYOR SARN declared a recess at this time.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Sarn. Councilmen
present: Campbell, Parchen, Sarn. Councilman absent: None.
MAYOR SARN requested that Mr. Carrigan be sworn in as Council-
man to fill the unexpired term of Mr. McClure, said term
expiring April, 1956. CITY CLERK ALSTON administered the
oath of office to Councilman Carrigan.
COUNCILMAN PARCHEN seconded the motion that the performance
bond of Fritz and Bowers be accepted. Carried, all Council-
men present voting aye.
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CULVERT at l2th and Highland was presented.
ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated there is nothing further on this at
the present.
PROFILE MAP OF 3RD STREET BETWEEN "J" AVENUE & LAUREL, was
presented. Moved by Parchen; seconded by Campbell, that the
map be accepted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye.
AUDITOR'S ANNUAL REPORT was presented. CITY CLERK ALSTON
stated this was laid over from the last meeting for Councilman
Carrigan to check. COUNCILMAN CARRIGAN stated he was very well
satisfied with the report. Moved by Parchen, seconded by
Campbell, that the report be accepted. Carried, all Councilmen
present voting aye.
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TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT recommending that signal lights
be installed at 4th and Highland and 24th and Highland, was
presented. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN read a report from the Police
Dept. regarding the number of traffic accidents so far this
year on National Avenue and Highland Avenue. COUNCILMAN
CARRIGAN stated that from the report it would appear that
the blinking lights would be unnecessary at the intersect-
ions indicated. Councilman Parchen asked the City Manager
to contact the County and see what steps are necessary to
take in order to get a signal at 30th and Highland. CITY
MANAGER GAUTEREAUX stated he has contacted the County on an
informal basis and they have expressed their desire to talk
"signal lights" at 30th and Highland. They would like
National City to pay one-fourth of the expense. Mr. Gautereaux
said he would contact them further in this regard. COUNCILMAN
CAMPBELL stated that with the development of the various
businesses on Highland Avenue in the vicinity of 10th Street
that it will probably necessitate a traffic signal at 10th
and Highland, but there should be good lighting on Highland
Avenue immediately. COUNCILMAN CARRIGAN said it would be
his recommendation that the City Manager be authorized to
contact the San Diego Gas & Electric Company for a survey and
cost estimate and cost of operation estimate for lights on
Highland Avenue such as are on National Avenue. MAYOR SARN
asked that Mr. Gautereaux take care of this. Moved by Parchen,
seconded by Carrigan, that the matter of traffic lights at
4th and Highland and 24th and Highland be referred to the
City Manager for recommendation at the next meeting and get
a cost estimate on blinking lights as well as signal lights.
Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye.
MAYOR SARN asked if the Councilmen have any names to submit
for consideration for the appointment of a councilman to
fill the vacancy. COUNCILMAN PARCHEN said he would like to
submit the names of former Councilmen Claude Hart and John
Curry for consideration.
MAYOR SARN reappointed Councilman Carrigan as Finance Chairman.
COMMUNICATION FROM METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT was presented.
CITY CLERK ALSTON stated the City must on or before December
10th declare its intention to pay all or a portion of the
water taxes out of City funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 6081 was read, declaring the intention of the
City to elect to pay one half of 1953-54 taxes to the
Metropolitan Water District out of municipal funds. Moved
by Parchen, seconded by Campbell, that the Resolution be
adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye.
CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE FROM C. A. LARSEN were presented, and
City Clerk Alston asked that they be approved by the City
Attorney.
CITY CLERK ALSTON stated that sometime ago the Council author-
ised her to make an inquiry of the Retirement System for the
revision of our contract; and a communication from them in
this regard stated they are enclosing the forms requested.
These amendment forms include all the amendments through
the 1949. Should the City wish to include the $400 death
benefit and the three year average it will be necessary to
prepare a new set of documents. The City may either execute
these forms and request the additional benefits at a later
date or return these amendment forms and they will prepare
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new forms including the $400 death benefit and the three year
average. There would be a slight increase in the current
service rate due to the $400 death benefit but the Consulting
Actuaries will present this figure at no additional cost to
the City. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated this gives the amendment
to the retirement law to allow the employees to use the last
five years in computing their salary. It will probably be a
saving to the City if we take these extra benefits, and if
it can be shown that there Will be a savings he would re-
commend that the Council adopt it. MAYOR SARN requested that
the City Clerk compile what we are now paying and what it
would be on the other basis.
CITY CLERK ALSTON stated that one of our employees, Cecil
Broch; was injured on the job and the State Compensation
Insurance Fund paid him through November 17th. 0n November
16th he returned to work, so he was overpaid for two days.
The employees endorse the checks over to the City; and the
City owes the State Compensation Insurance Fund $10.00. CITY
CLERK ALSTON asked authorization of the refund. ATTORNEY
CAMPBELL stated it is legally refundable. Moved by Parchen,
seconded by Campbell; that the refund be made. Carried, by
the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Campbell, Carrigan, Parchen,
Sarn. Nays: None.
APPLICATION FOR ON SALE GENERAL BEVERAGE LICENSE by Club 13,
640 W, 13th Street, was read. The premises are now licensed.
Moved by Carrigan, seconded by Parchen, that the application
be filed. Carried; all Councilmen present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION FROM CHAIRMAN OF PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY
BOARD was read, stating that Mrs. Connie Clark; member of
the Board, has moved away from National City, thereby
creating a vacancy on the Park & Recreation Advisory Board.
It was recommended that Mrs. Gladys Dickson, 915 "N" Ave.
be appointed to fill the unexpired term of Mrs. Clark.
Moved by Parchen, seconded by Campbell, that the appointment
be made. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye,
COMMUNICATION FROM ETS-HOKIN & GALVAN regarding the installat-
ion of air raid warning sirens; was read, stating that if the
City of National City desires to excavate for the siren bases
and furnish and place concrete for these bases, they will
issue a credit in the amount of $528.00 to their bid of
October 30, 1953. This will make the total price $5,600.00.
REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX regarding the purchase
of Civil Defense Equipment was read, stating it is his re-
commendation that we accept the bid of Ets-Hokin & Galvan
for the furnishing and installation of four air raid warning
sirens. It is estimated that the installation of these
four bases by the City would be approximately $65.00 each,
or not to exceed a total of $260.00. Moved by Parchen,
seconded by Campbell, that the sirens be installed and the
City be authorized to provide the bases. COUNCILMAN CARRIGAN
stated the communication was read quite rapidly, and that he
did not understand the major portion of it, and even though
being in favor of it, he will of necessity have to vote "no",
not having a full understanding. Carried, by the following
vote to -wit: Ayes: Campbell; Parchen, Sarn. Nays: Carrigan.
COMMUNICATION FROM CHIEF SMITH was read, requesting that one
Harley-Davidson Motorcycle be purchased from Floyd Emde
Company, as per their bid. The request was approved by
the City Manager.
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RESOLUTION NO. 6082 was read, accepting the bid of Floyd Emde
for one Harley-Davidson Motorcycle, and the bid of Ets-Hokin
& Galvan for four air raid warning sirens. B. J. Gautereaux,
City Manager, is authorized and directed to purchase said
items for and on behalf of the City. Moved by Parchen,
seconded by Campbell, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried,
all Councilmen present voting aye.
ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated that the Certificates of Insurance
submitted by C. A. Larsen have been checked, and the one of
Encanto Electric has only $1,000.00 property damage and it
should have $2,000.00. It could be accepted subject to a
correction being. filed by Encanto Electric Co. Moved by
Parchen, seconded by Sarn, that the Certificates of Insurance
be accepted, subject to the correction by Encanto Electric
Co. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye.
RESOLUTION NO. 6083 was read, accepting three parcels of
real property. The City Clerk is authorized to receive the
deeds for said property and to record same. Moved by Parchen,
seconded by Campbell, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried,
all Councilmen present voting aye,
REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION regarding Application
No, 472, signed by Wayne E. and Martha F. Macy and Margaret L.
Gardner; was presented. Petitioner is requesting a zone
variance to construct a sound proof building for the purpose
of operating a skating rink. It was the recommendation of
the Planning Commission that the request be granted. CITY
CLERK ALSTON stated no action can.be taken on the application
at this meeting. According to Ordinance 750 anyone wishing
to appeal the Planning Commission's decision must file their
appeal within 15 days after the report has been filed with
the City Council. Mrs. Alston stated she received an appeal
this evening on the granting of the zone variance. ATT®RNEY
CAMPBELL stated the Council has the right to either set a
public hearing or not, however it cannot be acted on at this
time. Moved by Parchen; seconded by Campbell, that a public
hearing on this application be set for 8:00 P.M. December 15,
1953, acid that notices of the hearing given. Carried, all
Councilmen present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, stating
it is the feeling of the Commission that a full time City
Planner is mandatory, and that the Council consider the
appointment of a City Planner and Director; directly responsible
to the Planning Commission. Moved by Carrigan, seconded by
Parchen, that the letter be held in abeyance pending a
conference with the City Engineer, City Manager and the
Council, the Chairman and Secretary of the Planning Commission
and any others concerned. Carried, all Councilmen present
voting aye. The meeting was sot for Tuesday evening,
December 8, 1953.
COMMUNICATION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, request-
ing a joint meeting in the near future with the Council in
order that some definite plan might be worked out relative
to future planning in National City. Moved by Parchen,
seconded by Carrigan: that this matter be taken up also at
the meeting of December 8, 1953. Carried, all Councilmen
present voting aye.
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BILLS AUDITED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE presented:
General Fund $8,209.98
Traffic Safety;Fund 386.46
Park M & I Fund 26.54
Trust & Agency Fund 160.00
Payroll Fund 17,034.85
TOTAL . . . . . . .$25,d17.83
Moved by Carrigan, seconded by Parchen, that the bills be
allowed, and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by
the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Campbell; Carrigan,
Parchen; Sarn. Nays: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 6084 was read, that the following Capital
expenditure be paid from the Capital Outlay Fund; to Pace
Construction Company, $714.87, sewer. Moved by Parchen,
seconded by Carrigan, that the Resolution be adopted.
Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye.
ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated that the Ducommun Metal Company had
a certain street closed and two words were inadvertently
left out of the Resolution; and that he would like the words
"or prospective" included.
RESOLUTION NO. 6085 was read, correcting Paragraph 2 of
Resolution 5909; by adding the words "or prospective".
Moved by Parchen, seconded by Carrigan, that the Resolution
be adopted. Carried; all Councilmen present voting aye.
ORDINANCE NO. an ordinance amending Ordinance 803, was
presented for the first reading. Moved by Carrigan, seconded
by Campbell; that only the heading be read. Carried, by the
following vote to -wit: Ayes: Campbell, Carrigan, Parchen
Sarn. Nays: None.
ORDINANCE NO. "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL
CITY, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 803 OF SAID CITY
BY AMENDING SUBSECTION (A) OF SECTION 8 OF SAID ORDINANCE,
AND DECLARING ITS URGENCY FOR THE IMMEDIATE PRESERVATION OF
PURLTO WFT nAf TT` SP ETY " Movcrl bvCarr,_ ! "c,. ded
Campbell, that the Ordinance be laid over until the next
meeting for the second and final reading. Carried by the
following vote to -wit: Ayes: Campbell, Carrigan, Parchen,
Sarn. Nays: None.
ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated he would suggest that we have the
first reading of the food ordinance at this time and then
City Manager Gautereaux can notify the County, and if the
County wishes it adopted it can be passed on the December
15th meeting.
ORDINANCE NO, an ordinance requiring food handlers to
take a medical examination, was presented for the first
reading. Moved by Carrigan, seconded by Parchen, that only
the heading be read. Carried, by the following vote to -wit:
Ayes: Campbell, Carrigan, Parchen; Sarn. Nays: None.
ORDINANCE NO. , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
CALIFORNIA, REQUIRING FOOD HANDLERS TO TAKE A MEDICAL EXAMIN-
ATION AND OBTAIN A PHYSICAL EXAMINATION CERTIFICATE, PROVIDING
FOR PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF, AND DECLARING ITS URGENCY
FOR THE IMMEDIATE PRESERVATION OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY
AND WELFARE." Moved by Parchen_ seconded by Carrigan; that
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the Ordinance be laid over until the next meeting for the
second and final reading. Carried; by the following vote
to -wit: Ayes: Campbell; Carrigan, Parchen, Sarn. Nays:
None, MAYOR SARN requested City Manager Gautereaux to
notify Dr. Askew as to the Council's action.
RESOLUTION NO. 6086 was read. A resolution of intention to
call a special election within the territory to be known
and designated as South West Mesa, in the County of San Diego,
State of California; for the purpose df submitting to the
electors residing therein the question whether the territory
therein shall be annexed to National City. The public hearing
was set for January 5, 1954, Moved by Parchen, seconded by
Campbell, that the Resolut: on be adopted. Carried, all Council-
men present voting aye.
ATTORNEY CAMPBELL reported that he received a deed from
Safeway Stores for what would be a portion of ''J" Avenue,
and suggested it be referred to the City Manager and City
Engineer for checking to see that it conforms to the require-
ment in the zone variance. MAYOR SARN referred it to the
City Manager and City Engineer.
COMMUNICATION FROM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE was read regarding
an appropriate float entry in the North Park Toyland Parade,
December 6, 1953. They will be unable to handle the financing
of such a project but will take care of all necessary arrange-
ments if the City wishes to enter a float, FRANK BRINKMAN
Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, was present and stated
it was his understanding that this request was withdrawn.
MAYOR SARN ordered the communication filed.
ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated the Health Dept, has left a proposed
ordinance regarding inspection fees to be charged food
establishments, also apartment houses and hotel permits.
Under our contract with the County we will have to adopt
whatever ordinance they and the other cities adopt. We could
not adopt this ordinance and have it ready by January 1st.
There is no reason to adopt the ordinance until we have an
expression from the County. CITY CLERK ALSTON stated she
received a call in regard to this, and the County Supervisors
laid it over, and there will be a hearing in Mr. Heggland's
office on Thursday, December 3rd. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL suggested
this be laid over and perhaps Mr. Gautereaux will be able to
make a report as to the County's action, and also whither or
not we should adopt it. COUNCILMAN CARRIGAN suggested that
when the City Manager discusses this with the County that
he request they send the Council a written justification for
the new ordinance. MAYOR SARN referred this to the City
Manager.
REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, regarding the
possibility of obtaining grades on the proposed 10th Street
east of Highland Avenue so the Water Company might run water
mains as there is no fire protection yet available for the
5250000.00 Mayfair Market now nearing completion. There
was discussion as to whether 10th Street has been deeded
to the City, Mr. Martindale of the John J. Moore Company
was present and he was advised that the Planning Commission
could take no action on this until this factor had been
cleared up and that he should contact the Mayfair people to
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the Planning Commission would check with the City Attorney
in an effort to straighten out the technical points so that
something could be done to provide the building with fire
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protection. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated he believed the Water
Company would not want to run a line in there until the City
has established the grades. The profile has been submitted
to the City for loth Street and the cross streets, however,
we have been holding it up because of other problems that
have developed; one problem being what amount of street we
are going to be able to obtain on 10th Street. Moved by
Parchen, seconded by Campbell, that the Mayfair Company be
notified that if they want water for fire protection that
they get the streets straightened out. Carried, all Council-
men present voting aye.
REPORT FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, regarding a
petition requesting a new street between Lanoitan Avenue
and Granger Avenue from 18th to 24th Street. The City
Planner advised he had inspected this area and found the
lots are very large, some in excess of 135 feet in depth.
He stated at the present time there is only one building
that is on the proposed 60 foot right-of-way and he could
see no objection to the acceptance of this street. A letter
from the Engineering Dept, stated a check made by that depart-
ment indicated only 41.77 percent of the frontage has been
signed for. It was the recommendation of the Planning Commiss-
ion that they go on record in favor of accepting this street,
subject to the approval; survey and establishment of official
grades and right-of-way by the City Engineer. FRED PETERIvIAN,
Chairman of the Planning Commission, was present, and stated
that the area between Lanoitan and Granger Avenue is a dis-
tance of approximately 500 feet apart and there is an alley-
way being used as a semi thoroughfare. Midway between those
two streets an opening of a dedicated street from 18th to
24th would develop this area in nearly normal block length
streets. If it is feasible to open the street it would
definitely be an improvement to the area and a benefit to
the City. Moved by Carrigan, seconded by Campbell, that if
the land is dedicated and the streets put in properly the
City will be happy to accept the street. Carried, all Council-
men present voting aye.
COMMUNICATION FROM CITY ENGINEER WARWICK was read, stating
it will be necessary to increase the staff of the City
Engineer, The most urgently needed personnel at this time
is (1) survey part of three men (2) one engineer capable of
handling moderately difficult engineering problems. It is
requested that permission be granted to employ men in the
classification of: 1.. Transit Man, $350.00 per month; 2
Chainmen, 1 at $269.00 per month and 1 at $300.00 per month;
1 Intermediate Engineer, $417.00 per month, CITY, ENGINEER
WARWICK was present and asked if it would be possible for
the City Manager and himself to interview persons for the
positions indicated as the need is urgent. Moved by Carrigan,
seconded by Parchen that the City Engineer and City Manager
be authorized to advertise for the proper competent help.
Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye.
Moved by Carrigan, seconded by Parchen, that the City Manager
be authorized to contact Architect Bradt in regard to some
tentative planning for the remodeling of the City Hall and
the present Library. Carried all Councilmen present voting
aye.
CITY CLERK ALSTON stated that due to the fact that our next
municipal election is April 13th and there is a special
election on annexation which will probably be in January, she
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would like authorization to obtain election officers for the
election in April. The precincts have been increased to
40 this year. Moved by Parchen, seconded lagGarrigan, that
the request be granted. Carried, all Councilmen prest.
voting aye.
COUNCILMAN CARRIGAN stated in checking the bills he noticed
one item in the amount of $42.10 for the repair of the
projector, and he was wondering if it was not about time
that we bought a new one. CITY MANAGER GATTTRREAUX stated
we have had to pay for the repair of the machine on two or
three different instances, and it has been his opinion for
some time that it should be replaced.
MAYOR SARN asked that the Council keep in mind the appointment.
of a Civil Service Commission and one member for .the:.GQun-il..
CITY MANAGER GAUTEREAUX reported he had a. call from former;
Councilman Albert Clarke expressing his willingness to
serve on the Civil Service Commission.
COMMUNICATION FROM J. M. McDONALD District Supt „ Sweetwater -
Union High School District, addressed to torso Smith Char,
Recreation Advisory Board; was read, concerning the •vacacny
on the Recreation Advisory Board caused by --the, re ,ignatipn.
of Lee Shelmerdine. At a meeting of the Sch e l Board on:
November 12, 1953, John Weldon was chosen -to -be recOmMended:
for membership on the Recreation Board in,plaa.e of -Lee,
Shelmerdine. Moved by Parchen, seconded:. by Carrigan, that
John Weldon be appointed a member of the PaW a.rid Recreation
Advisory Board.. Carried, all Councilmen present. voting aye-.
Moved by Parchen seconded by Campbell, that the meeting be
adjourned until December 8 1953. at 7:30 P.M. Carried, all
Councilmen present voting aye.
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