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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1948 07-20 CC MIN8 National City, California, July 20, 1948 Regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Gilbert E. Fritz at 7:30 P. M. Councilmen present: Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Councilmen absent: Adams, Curry. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of July 6, 1948, be dispensed with. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Rogers, Dickson, Campbell, Gautereaux, Smith, Finnerty. BILLS AUDITED by the Finance Committee presented: General Fund Street Fund Park M & I Fund Capital Outlay Fund Unapp. Tax Fund 1946 Sewer Fund Payroll TOTAL $3,027.07 1,540.35 708.07 2,8822.93 74.02 916.65 99.211. 0 8181300659 Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the bills be allowed and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NUMBER 4742 was read, authorizing the payment in the amount of $2,822.93 from the Capital Outlay Fund as follows: Stationers Corp., $308.32, for Treasurer &' Police; Refinance Corp., $1,782.48, Park; Glasson Mill & Lumber Co., $250.38, Community Building. Fruehauf Trailer Co., $481.75. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COUNCILMAN CURRY present. 9 10 REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, recommending that the following petitions be granted: R, L. Wilson to build a new house 15 feet from the house now on the property; Frank J. Jendrossek to reduce the rear yard from 25 feet to 21 feet, at 305 E, 12th Street; Jack Dembo to set a store building on front property line on National Avenue near l6th Street. A deed for street purposes was offered by S. N. Brown for portions of N and M Avenue, and 9th Street. The Copmtission recommends the acceptance of this deed when deeds from the other property owners are re- ceived to complete the opening of these streets, Moved by 10 Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the report be accepted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting ay8, RESOLUTION NO. 4743 was read, authorizing a zone variance to R. L. Wilson to build a new house 15 feet from the house now on the S 151 of Lot 4, all of Lot 5, Block 2, of N} of 20 Acre Lot 2, + Section 133, Frank Reedts Sub. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye, RESOLUTION N0. 4744 was read, authorizing a zone variance to Frank J. Jendrossek to reduce the rear yard to 21 feet on the Nly 490 of Sly 89' of Wly * of Ely *, 10 Acre Lot 4, 1. Section 154. Moved by Curry, seconded by Matthews, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 4745 was read, authorizing a zone variance to Jack Dembo to set a store building on the front property line on Lots 1 to 11 inclusive, 10 Acre Lot 8, + Becton 154, Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye, 10 COMMUNICATION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, relative to the removal or improvement of the buildings which were moved on to the lot on the northeast corner of 18th Street and Palm Avenue. Administrative Officer Dickson reported that the build- ings are not being used. Mayor Fritz suggested that the matter be referred to Administrative Officer Dickson. COMMUNICATION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, relative to the construction of a sewage treatment plant. Mayor Fritz stated the services of a sanitary engineer would be very high and that the Council have conferred with two engineers in regard to this matter and are now waiting for the completion of the Chula Vista plant in order to ascertain whether it gives satis- factory service. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Curry, that the report be accepted, and the Council investigate the Chula Vista plant before any action is taken. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. E. J. CHRISTMAN presented 200 signed petitions against the pro- posed drainage district on 5th Street at B Avenue. COMMUNICATION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, enclosing two resolutions relative to the widening of the right-of-way of Palm Avenue to the minimum of 60 feet. Mayor Fritz thought more study should be given to the Palm Avenue project before any action is taken. Attorney Campbell suggested that the City should get an estimate of the cost and the matter should be referred to the Engineer for property descriptions and appraisal estimates. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Thatcher, that the matter be re- ferred to the Engineer as suggested by Attorney Campbell. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. 11 MAYOR FRITZ announced that it was 8:00 otclock P. M. and the hearing on the 5th Street and-B Avenue drainage would be heard at this time. Report of the Engineer was read. Mayor Fritz stated that approximately 350 people have protested the proposed work and requested those present who are in favor of the project, to make their presence known. Mrs. Betty Johansson, 45 E. 5th Street, was present and favored the project but didntt feel that the property owners should pay the cost. Moved by Councilman Thatcher, seconded by Councilman Matthews, that the proceedings be abandoned. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. MAYOR FRITZ suggested that in the future, petitions with 60% of the property owners approving the work must be presented to the Council, when requesting public improvement. Attorney Campbell stated that it would be within the province of the Council. MAYOR FRITZ announced that the hearing on Lighting District #1 would be heard at this time. There were no protests. RESOLUTION NO. 4746 was read, ordering work done on Lighting District #1. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Curry, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 4747 was read, directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids on Lighting District #1. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Curry, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. PLANNING COMMISSION resolution was read, requesting that the Commission be consulted in the planning of Public Works as required by the State Conservation and Planning Act. Mayor Fritz suggested 12 1 a meeting with the Planning Commission. Moved by Curry, seconded by Matthews, that a meeting be held. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATIONS FROM ED. E. INGALLS, Chairman, Civil Service Commission, were read, requesting the following payments be made for services rendered: Nellie Bailey @ $2.00 per hour, $10.00; Miss D. L. Sayre @ $3.00 per hour plus materials, $104+.25. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that the payments be made. Cantedy by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION was read, listing the following eligibility lists: JUNIOR PARK GARDENER--T. V. Bundy, W. E. Whinery, C. G. Merrill; PARK RECREATION DIRECTOR-. James L. Welsch, James B. Casey; POLICE CLERK AND MATRON--M&rtha Simpkins, Hilma McCarthy, Virginia E. Jauregui. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the report be accepted. Carried,all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION was read, recom- mending that the classification plan'for Library employees be changed. Administrative officer Dickson suggested that the plan be submitted to the Library Board for approval before any action is taken, also that the salaries be kept within the present salary range. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that the plan be referred to the Library Board for approval. Carried, all Council- ment present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM WALTER E. CAGLE, Chairman, Wage Committee, was read, requesting a joint meeting with the Department Heads, Wage Committee and City Council. Mayor Fritz suggested a meeting at 7:00 P. M. July 21st. 13 COMMUNICATION FROM COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT was read, recommending that swimming pools be closed to the public immediately. Admin.. istrative Officer Dickson reported that the Municipal Pool was closed July 15th, PARK SUPT. GAUTEREAUX was present and reported that the attendance has dropped sharply in the recreation areas and requested that personnel be reduced to part time until normal conditions return. Mayor Fritz suggested that full cooperation be given Mr. Gautereaux. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the matter be re- ferred to Park Supt. Gautereaux with power to act. Carried, all Councilmen present voting ayee COMMUNICATION FROM THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF THE EAGLES was read, requesting permission to have a donkey ball game in the City Park August 14th, also a parade and a hot dog -soda pop stand. Administrative Officer Dickson reported that the Council would be unable to grant permission for the hot dog -soda pop stand as they now have a contract for the summer on concessions. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the Eagles be given per- mission to have a parade and a donkey ball game in the City Park August 14th. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS relative to maintenance agreements, was read and ordered filed. PETITION signed by 30 residents was presented, requesting that street lights be installed at the following locations: 2nd1 3rd, 4th, at Laurel; also that a fire hydrant be installed in that area. Administrative Officer Dickson recommended that street lights be installed at 2nd, 4th, at Laurel. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the street lights be installed as per recommendation 14 and the matter of the fire hydrant be referred to Fire Chief Bird. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. APPLICATIONS for refund on business licenses were read, as follows: Mike 3. Saliba, 1811 Market Street, San Diego 2, for $7►50; H. V. Pepper, 1617 S 40th Street, San Diego 2, for $2.50. The refunds were approved by License Collector Bates. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that the refunds be made. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. APPLICATION for beverage licenses were read as follows: Thomas E. Groeschel & James R. Grubbs, DBA The Tavern, 22 W. 8th Street, for on sale beer; Goodwill Cafe No. 2, 38'West 8th Street, for on sale general. The applications were approved by Chief of Police Bates. Mayor Fritz ordered the applications filed. COMMUNICATION FROM THE SAN DIEGO..CALIFORNIA CLUB was read, request- ing an appropriation from the City. Administrative Officer Dick- son stated there were no provisions made for it in the budget. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that the request be tabled. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye; COMMUNICATION FROM CHAS. A. NEUMANN, 2905 Highland Avenue, was read, requesting permission to remove a tree in the parkway at 2907 Highland Avenue, as the roots of the tree have raised and broken the sidewalk and will also be in the way of the sewer line when laid. Moved by Curry, seconded by Matthews, that the re- quest be granted and the owner assume all costs and responsibility of removing the tree, also that the parkway be paved. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. 15 COMMUNICATION FROM CARL YOUNGSTROM was read, requesting that permission be granted his tenant, Brotherton Motors to remove a , palm tree in the parkway at 1146 National Avenue. Administrative Officer Dickson suggested that the Park Dept. remove the tree and plant it in the Park. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that permission be granted to remove the two trees and requiring the applicant to pave the parkway; said trees to be removed and re- tained by the Park Dept. Carried,'all Councilmen present voting aye. APPLICATION BY L. E, C. SMITH to move a building to the rear at ' 1820 Highland Avenue, was read. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Thatcher, that the request be granted, provided the building conforms with the building code and is completed within six months from this date. Carried, by the following votes to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. APPLICATIONS BY WILBUR A. RUCKER to move a building to Lots 17-18, Rosmore's Sub., was read. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that the request be granted, provided the building conforms with the building code and is completed within six months from this date, Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM MRS. LILLIE WILLIAMS, Police Matron, was read, requesting a fixed salary. Administrative Officer Dickson stated that Chief of Police Bates would like to have the request re- ferred to him for recommendation. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Curry, that the request be reffered to Chief of Police Bates. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. 16 COMMUNICATION FROM GEORGE H. ELLIS, Fireman, was read, requesting his annual vacation of 15 days from July 15th to 29th inclusive, and a leave of absence of 15 days, from July 30th to August 13th inclusive. The request was approved by Fire Chief Bird. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Thatcher, that the leave of absence be granted without pay. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye, COMMUNICATION FROM SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, was read, relative to tax levy, Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that the water tax be collected by the County. Carried, all Council- men present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM JUDGE IRA F. HARBISON was read, requesting permission to take his vacation from August 15th to 31st, and that he be authorized to make arrangements with Judge Howe to substitute during the period, Moved by Curry, seconded by Matthews, that the request be granted, Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM H. PHILIP SCHEUERMAN was read, requesting the City to assist him in filling Lot 18, Block 3, Paradena Park. Administrative Officer Dickson stated that the City wants to fill 4th Street full width! Bernard Henke was present but was unable to give much information on the request. Attorney Campbell suggested that the matter be tabled Mayor Fritz tabled the request, CITY CLERK ROGERS submitted Palm Crest Subdivision Map for approval, Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the map be accepted. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. 17 COMMUNICATION FROM THE ATCHISON, TOPEKA AND SANTA FE RAILWAY CO., was read, stating that Lot 8, Block 277, City Plat, appeared in the 1947 Delinquent List, and the lot had been included in their return to the State Board of Equalization., City Assessor Rogers requested permission to remove the lot from the delinquent roll, in the amount of $3.59 plus penalties and costs. RESOLUTION N0. 4748 was read, authorizing the removal of Lot 8, Block,277, City Plat, from the 1947-1948 delinquent tax roll, in the amount of $3.59 plus penalties and costs, as the lot was assessed by the State Board of Equalization to The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Co. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Thatcher, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Council- men present voting aye. APPLICATION by Mrs. Earl Hill to purchase at public auction, Lot 18, Block 5, Home Crest A, + Section 128, tax.deeded property, in the amount of $100.00, was read. City Clerk Rogers recommended that the opening bid be set at $108.80, plus advertising costs. RESOLUTION N0. 4749 was read, setting the opening bid at $108.80, plus advertising costs, on Lot 18, Block 5, Home Crest A, I Section 128, tax deeded property to be sold at public auction. Moved by Curry, seconded by Matthews, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye; CITY ASSESSOR ROGERS requested that a date be set for the Board of Equalization. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that July 28, 29, 30th, from 10:00 A. M. to 12:00 noon be set for the Board of Equalization. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ZONING ORDINANCE NO. was presented for the first reading. 18 Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Curry, that only the heading be read. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. ORDINANCE NO. , DISTRICTING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING DISTRICTS WITHIN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND PRESCRIBING REGULATION, GOVERNING THE USE OF LAND, THE USE AND HEIGHT OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES, THE OPEN SPACES AROUND SAID BUILDINGS AND IN THE VARIOUS DISTRICTS: PROHIBITING CERTAIN USES AND CERTAIN TYPES OF BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES IN CERTAIN DISTRICTS ADOPTING A MAP OF SAID DISTRICTS: DESCRIBING AND DEFINING CERTAIN TERMS USED HEREIN: PROVIDING FOR THE ENFORCEMENT AND AMENDMENT HEREOF: REPEALING ORDINANCE 622; AND PRESCRIBING THE PENALTY FOR VIOLATION HEREOF. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that the Ordinance be laid over until the next meeting for the second and final reading. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON reported that he had received a communication from a real estate agent in San Diego, inquiring whether the City would be willing to pay a commission for rental of our tidelands. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL stated that the leasee pays such commissions. MAYOR FRITZ suggested that Mr. Dickson contact the City of San Diego and ascertain their procedure. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON reported that St. Supt. Finnerty included in his budget the purchase of a broom machine, and would like to make the purchase. Moved by Curry, seconded by Matthews, that Mr. Dickson be authorized to purchase same. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. 19 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON announced a committee meeting July 21st at 7:30 P. M. to confer with Attorney Robinson on the pro- posed increased water rates. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON brought up the question of a City appropriation for the National City Chamber of Commerce. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Thatcher, that ap appropriation of $200.00 per month be established for the fiscal year to the National City Chamber of Commerce to be used for advertising and dr promotion. Carried, by the following vote tb-wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON reported that Howard Mikkelson contacted him in regard to a notice he had received from the County Health Department relative to open garbage cans and urged that covered metal containers must be used, in order to combat the spread of polio. MRS. MARTHA MOATS, 1822 D Avenue, was present and suggested that the City collect garbage through taxation. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON stated such a method would increase the tax rate at least fifty cents. MAYOR FRITZ stated that a $2.00 tax rate for National City would be prohibitive. MR. DICKSON suggested that the City either enter into a contract with a garbage collector or make its own collections, and have the fee to the householder paid with their utilities. In this way the user and not the property owner would pay for the service. 'HAROLD LLOYD, 515 Palm Avenue, was present, relative to the method to be used for the collection fee. MAYOR FRITZ stated that the first step is to acquire a dump ground. Administrative Officer Dickson reported that the County 20 has authorized the filing of condemnation proceedings to obtain land for the City to use for such a purpose. Mayor Fritz suggested that the matter be tabled until the dump ground 1s obtained. MAYOR FRITZ requested a vote on the James R. Crowell case. RESOLUTION NO. 4750 was read, that the findings of the Civil Service Commission be modified and James R. Crowell be reinstated to the status of Police Sergeant with reimbursement of full salary from June 1, 1948, to July 20, 1948. Moved by Curry, seconded by Matthews, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON presented the following car quotations: McCune Motors, $2,813.62 for two Plymouths, including $600.00 trade in allowance on 1946 Ford 4 door sedan; Fuller Motors, $2,623.10 for two Fords, including $900.00 trade in allowance on 1946 Ford 4 door sedan. Chief of Police Bates recommended the purchase of the Fords. MAYOR FRITZ stated that he feels that the City is not getting a good trade in value as he heard that Chula Vista is allowed a new car every year for $200.00. Moved by Matthews, seconded by Curry, that Administrative Officer Dickson check prices for an annual trade in. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL reported on his consultation with O'Melveny and Myers relative to sewer assessment districts. He, also, reported that the condemnation proceedings on the Rolland Oliver property had been settled for $750.00; that R. F. Nare has agreed to remove and dispose of the trees on National Avenue from 18th Street to the South City Limits. a Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Matthews, that Mayor Gilbert E. Fritz be authorized to enter into an agreement with R. F. Mare to remove and dispose of the trees on National Avenue from 18th Street to the South City Limits for the sum of $1,350.00. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Curry, Matthews,Thatcher;_, Fritz. Nays: None. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL suggested that during the Board of Equalization meetings, the Council confer with St. Suptt Finnerty,_._relative to trees to be removed which are damaging sidewalks. Moved by Curry, seconded by Thatcher, that the meeting be closed. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ATTEST: MA CITY thew-