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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1947 10-21 CC MIN71 National City, California, October 21, 1947 Regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Fritz at 7:30 P. M. Councilmen present: Adams, Cord- ingly, Thatcher, Frits. Councilmen absent: Newberry. Moved by Adams, seconded by Thatcher, that the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of October 7, 1947, be dis- pensed with. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Smith, Dickson. BILL AUDITED by the Finance Committee presented: General Fund St. Imp. Fund Park M & I Fund Capital Outlay Fund 1946 Sewer Fund War Memorial Fund Payroll Fund TOTAL $2,200.96 1,028.34 162.60 63334.2 60 442.00 7.164.90 $11, 52.2 Moiled by Cordingly, seconded by Adams, that the bills be allowed and warrants ordered drawn for same. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cordingly, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO, 4492 was read, authorizing the following pay- ments from the Capital Outlay Fund: $153.75 for the Fire Department and $540.17 for the Police Department. Moved by Fdams, seconded by Cordingly, that the Resolution be adopt- ed, Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. REPORT FROM CITY ENGINEER IRELAND was read, relative to the _ids for construction of the Paradise Valley trunk sewer, 72 which he estimated would cost $53,131.97. Administrative Officer Dickson reported that the City had three courses to follow: to award the contract tonight; call for new bids; or hold up the program and call for bids next summer. Mr. Dick- son further stated that one of the present sewer pumps is about to go out and would cost about $3,000.00 to replace which would be only a temporary measure as the new trunk line will eliminate it. The Council agreed they should accept the bid of Walter H. Barber. RESOLUTION NO. 4493 was read, accepting the bid of Walter H. Barber to construct a sanitary sewer and appurtenances from 23rd Street and Coolidge Avenue to 8th Street and M Avenue, for the sum of $82,908.00 and $4.25 per cubic yard for extra excavation below plan bottom and back fill to plan bottom with crushed rock; that City Attorney Campbell be authorized to draw up the contract and Mayor Fritz to sign same on behalf of the City. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. REPORT OF THE PLANSING CONiISSION was read, recommending that the following petitions be granted: Eileen G. Topham to construct a new building on the NE corner of 2nd Street and B Avenue; M. C. Patterson to construct a building at 18th Street and West Avenue to be used for a sales room and ser- vice department for motor scooters, and a store for lease for general retail business; Norval S. Richardson, Advent Christian Conference of Southern California for renewal of 73 special permit to build a Chdreh on the SW corner of 18th Street and L Avenue; Donald and Betty L. Chase to build a home on the SW corner of 3rd Street and F Avenue; Chas. W. Hess to build a court on the SE* of the Block between 26th and 27th J. Streets and Highland and I Avenue. Moved by Adams, seconded by Thatcher, that the report be accepted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 4494 was read, authorizing a zone variance to Eileen G. Topham to construct a new building on the SE* Ex. W 25' of E of 14 Ex. N 50' & Ex. St. of 10 Acre Lot 2, Section 155, the lot already containing a house. Moved by Cordingly, seconded by Adams, that the Re§olution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 4495 was read, authorizing & zone variance to M. C. Patterson to enjoy a property right and construct a building to be used for a sales room and service department for motor scooters, and a store space for lease for general retail business, on Lots 5 to 10, and 13 to 17, Block 18, City Plat. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that the Res- olution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 4496 was read, authorizing renewal of a zone variance to Norval S. Richardson, Advent Christian Conference of Southern California to build a church on Lots 18-19-20, Mock 4, Frank P. Reeds Sub., 20 Acre Lot 2, $ Section 133. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that the Resolution ,be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. 74 RESOLUTION NO. 4497 was read, authorizing a zone variance to Donald D & Betty L. Chase to build a house on the N 70' of W 50' of E 90' of E} of Wj, Ex. St., 10 Acre Lot 13, * Section 155o Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Adams, that the Resolut- ion be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 4498 was read, authorizing zone variance to Chas. W. Hess to build a court on the SE+ of WI of N} of 20 Acre Lot 2, * Section 134. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cord- ingly, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Council- men present voting aye. COM4UNICATION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION was read, stating that on February 4, 1947, Harold F. Green was granted a per- mit to move in a building on the NE corner of 18th Street and Palm Avenue. The building was moved in but never completed to meet the requirements in the moving permit. The Commiss- ion recommended that steps be taken to require Mr. Green to remove or improve his buildings. Moved by Adams, seconded by Thatcher, that the matter be referred to Attorney Campbell. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMIUNICATION FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION was read, stating that the temporary appointment of Esco Ogden, Ass't Park Supt. expired October 1st. RESOLUTION NO. 4499 was read, authorizing the temporary appoint- ment of Esco Ogden as Assistant Park Supt., effective Oct- ober 1, 1947, salary $225.00 per month, Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that the Resolution be adopted. Carr- ied, all Councilmen present voting aye. 75 COMMUNICATION FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION was read, f+equesting-the employment of Mrs. Doris H. J. Sullivan to -Prepare.ezaminatians, and examine candidates for Civil Serv- 'lee -ositions, effective -November 1, 1947 to June 30, 1948, salary $25400 per month. RR80LIiz1{ i MO. 4500 was -read, authorizing the appointment of "lh16 Doris H, J. Sullivan, effective November 1, 1947 to June 304 1948., 'salary $25.00 per month; to prepare Civil Service written examinations, furnish all materials, and examine otaily candidates for Civil Service positions. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FROM/HE SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTH- ORITY was presented and ordered filed. OOMMUNICATION FROM JAMES A. BIRD, Building Inspector, was read, regarding the request of Berge -Roberts to erect an awn- ing, which would not conform with the building code. Moved, by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that Attorney Campbell be authorized to draw up an amendment to the proper section of}" Ordinance No. 656 in order that the Council may make this concession. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM A. C. BRENKE was read, requesting permises ion to remove an Olive tree in the parkway of his property at 1101 E. 17th Street, in order that a driveway may be con- structed. Moved by Cordingly, seconded by Thatcher, that the request be granted at the owner's e;_pense. Carried, all Councilmen present voting ayes 76 COMMUNICATION FROM AB. AURELIA G. HARSBMAN, 1495 Mariposa Street, National City, was read, requesting a refund of $2.50 on the HomeaAide Bakery business license as their business has been sold. The refund was recommended by License Collector Bates. Moved by Cordingly, seconded by Adams, that the re- fund be made. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cordingly, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. RESOLUTION NO. 4501 was read, confirming the request of Fire Chief Bird for the appointment of George Ellis to Fireman' Second Class, effective October 15, 1947, salary $227.50 per month. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that the Res- olution be adoptedd Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM RALPH W, O'NEILL, Engineer, was read, in regard to the design and costs of designing sewage treatment plants. Mayor Fritz stated that he thought the City should stay for a while with the present arrangement with the City of San Diego to watch developments. Councilman Adams thought the City should go along on the present arrangement and watch results at the Chula Vista plant when built. COMMUNICATION FROM THE NATIONAL CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE was read, expressing their appreciation for the financial aid from the City* Mayor Fritz ordered the communication filed. COMMUNICATION FROM THE LIONS CLUB was read, requesting the City to erect a standard in front of the Community Building in order that the various organizations may hang their signs. Councilman Thatcher suggested a neon directional sign to be located at 12th and National Avenue. Moved by Adarpial swwwaded 77 by Cordingly, that the matter be'referred to Administrative Officer Dickson to make an investigation and report. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. PETITION signed by 34 property owners was presented, request- ing the City to "black -top" Biebelcfbm 16th17.'stneatnia„ 24tlk Street, Administrative Officer Dickson recommended that the City of San Diego handle everything in connection with the work and the City pay 50% of the cost of the labor to the County. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Cordingly, that Attorney Campbell draw up the agreement, where by the -City pays for 50% of the cost of labor; and Mayor Fritz be auth- orized to sign on behalf of the City. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cordingly, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. COMMUNICATION FROM THE CORONADO MARINE WAYS was read, re- questing a lease on a certain area of tidelands for the pun... pose of salvaging surplus naval vessels. They desire to rent the area for four months with an option to lease it . for five years. After some discussion, Mayor Fritz suggested that Councilman Newberry and Administrative Officer Dickson continue with negotiations. REPORT FROM E. L. FREELAND, Engineer, was read, in regard to the rehabilitation of the Library Building which he estimated would cost $10,975.00, Mayor Fritz suggested that Council- man Thatcher and Administrative Officer Dickson, and the Library Board ccnfsr tc doterttne the most feasible plan of action. 78 BID FOR CITY TAX SALE submitted by W. N. Thornton in the amount of $71.50 on Lots 1-2-3, Block 22, City Plat was pre- sented. Administrative Officer Dickson reported that the City has $125.35 in taxes, penalties, costs and interest against the property. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that the bid be not accepted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. COMMUNICATION FROM MRS. MAGGIE WHISENHUNT, 524 E. 7th Street, was read, stating that her taxes were higher this year and wanted to know the reason. Assessor Rogers made a notation on the letter that her taxes were the same as in 1946. The Communication was ordered filed. QUITCLAIM DEED was presented by Verner Hawkins, who desires the City to sign same for him to acquire a closed portion of Fairmont Avenue. City Attorney Campbell advised the City to advertise same for sale. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cord- ingly, that the City advertise that closed portion of Fair- mont Avenue for sale, setting the opening bid of $50.00 with the right to accept or reject all bids. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cordingly, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that a refund of $50,00 be made to Verner E. Hawkins if he purchases that closed portion of Fairmont Aveaue. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cordingly, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. A SOLUTION NO. 4502 was read, autho.izing the following trans- fers: $22,787,00 ?roll Lhe Spnciai Gas Tax 'nand to the Street 79 Improvement Fluid. This money has already been expended from the Street Improvement Fund; $1,500.00 from the General Fund to the Park Maintenance and Improvement Fund, which constit- utes a loan to be repaid before the end of the fiscal year; $500.00 from the unbudgeted reserve account to the Advertising and Promotion account; $250,00 from the Street Improvement Fund to the Traffic Lights expense account. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Adams, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. RESOLUTION NO. 4503 was read, confirming the appointment of Nela Berge as a member of the Civil Service Commission to serve for a period of five years. Moved by Thatcher, sec- onded by Cordingly, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON reported that the City ha's 142 street lights of 100 candle power which cost $241,40 per - _month. To increase them to 400 candle power, the cost per month would be $397.60 or an increase of $156.20 per month. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that all street lights be increased to 400 candle power, Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cordingly, Thatcher, -Fritz. Na¢s: None. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON reported that Fire Chief Bird stated that the single speed transmission Federal Motor Truck would be acceptable. RESOLUTION NO, 4504 was read, authorizing Administrative 80 Officer Dickson to purchase from National Motor Sales one Federal Motor Truck -Model 16M, 1+ - 21 tons in the amount of $2,375.88 plus sales tax, for the Fire Department. Moved by Cordingly, seconded by Adams, that the Resolution be adopted. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON reported on the drainage con- dition at 16th Street and National Avenue and stated City Engineer Ireland recommended that Jack L. Dembo be given temporary and revokable authority to use alley for drainage. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Cordingly, that it be referred to Attorney Campbell to draft an agreement. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DICKSON recommended the purchase of a mixer for oiling of streets. Said mixer to cost $3,450.00 plus tax. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that Mr. Dickson advertise for bids. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. POLICY OF INSURANCE on monies and security in the amount of $134.50 for 3 years, effective October 21, 1947, for the City Treasurer, was presented. Moved by Thatcher, seconded by Cordingly, that the policy be purchased from Walter E. Flack. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cord- ingly, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL presented an Ordinance for the closing of Streets and alleys in the recently acquired property for Park purposes. Moved by Adams, seconded by Thatcher, that only the 81 heading be read; Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cordingly, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. ORDINANCE NO. - , AU ORDINANCE OF INTENTION TO VACATE AND CLOSE PUBLIC STREETS AND ALLEYS IN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA. Moved by Adams, seconded by Thatcher, that the Ordinance be laid over until the next meeting for the second and final reading. Carried, by the following vote to -wit: Ayes: Adams, Cordingly, Thatcher, Fritz. Nays: None. ATTORNEY CAMPBELL presented an Ordinance governing parking zones. After some discussion and suggestions, Administrative Officer Dickson recommended that the Ordinance be referred back to the Attorney for revision. Moved by Adams, seconded by Cordingly, that the meeting be closed. Carried, all Councilmen present voting aye. MAYOR CINATT ONAI, TY 0 ATTEST: