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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJAN - DEC 1920 Bakersfield, California, January 5, 1920, Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield:, California; held in the ' CounciI Chsyn.ber of the City Hall at eight of-I.cck P .M. , January 5th, 1920, Present:Bau man,Gilchri:st,Floughr,r:, Rerfro,I'llson Absent : "inr]ar, JTillow Minutes of the regular meeting of December 29th, 1919, read and approved as read, Hougham Acts as Chairman. Upor a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , Mr, Hougham took the chair as presiding officer.' Adoption of Officiaj Flower. Mrs. A B. Camnbell, as spokeswoman for a. Committee: of ladies representing the VTomans Club, anneared before the Council and re- quested tlr . they adopt the Cochet Rose aq an official flower for time City of Bnk.^,field, and upon: a. motion_ by Renfro , seconded by Baughman the request was granted and said flower arras adopted. Free Permit to Ex-soldier. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , Chas. Newmia_n an ex-soldier holding; an Inororable disch°urge from the Un_`ited States Army,; was granted a free hermit to sell smoked meats . Rooming House Permit Granted. Unon a `mot.ion by Renfm , seconded. by Baughman, Elmer Condley, was granted permission to maintain and conduct the Grand Hotel at 2018 Chester Avenue . Application for Popcorn "?achir_e Permit. "Jnon a motion by Baughman, seconded by, Renfro!, the anclicatton of Sorayberry Bros. for a permit to o'l.ace a ooncorn and neanut machine at 960 Baker Street, r,Aras laid over for one week„ Vehicle Stand Permits Granted. it TTpon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Baughman, the :following pa,r.ties were granted permission_ to stand automobile rent cars at places specified: P. J.Varkle; 1613 Chester P,venzze, T . Chapman, 1831 R Street. Leopoldo Jimenez , 1925 L Street . Acceptance of Treasurer' s Band. Unon a :ic ;,ion by Rerzf^r ,; seconded by Baughman, bona in the amount of .A40,0r0 .00 Itrith the Globe Indemnity Company as Surety, d 386 January 5th, 1920 ( Continued. ) filed by City Treasurer; A, W. Robison, was accented and ordered nlaced on file. Adoption of Resolution of In- tention No 369. Upor a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman , Resolution of Intention D?e. 369 entitled: "? ESCL.TTTON OF INTENTION TO CLOSE TO THE PUBLIC THE EASTERLY ONE HUNDRED T_7IRTY-FIVE FFFT OF THE ALLEY RUNNING E49T AND WEST THROUGH BLOCK 35 OF 7TE BERNARD ADDITION IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" , was adopted. as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman ,Gi]chri st ,Hoiigham,Renfro ,Wi1 son Nays:Yor_e . Absent:Hinman ,1Villow. Renorts of Monies Collected.. Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Renfro , reports submitted by the heads of Departments showing revenues derived during the month of December, 1919, were accepted and ordered placed on file. Treasurer' s Financial Renort. Unon a motion by Renfro , seconded. by Baughman, Treasurer's Financial Report for the, month of December, 191.9 , was accepted and ordered placed on file . Petition for Improvement of Fremont, Street A petition signed by`owners of property on Fremont Street representing 4602 feet frontage, asking that said Street. be graded, tamped, rolled and oiled between the easterly lire of Sonora. Street and the easterly line of Miller Street, was read to the Council, and upon a notion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro the City Engineer was .instructed to prepare plans and specifica- tions to cover the work requested. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Renf o , seconded by Baughman , claims as audited by the Finance Committee. were allowed aa- the Auditor instructed to drew the necessary warrants to cover same ; January 5th, 1920 ( Continued . ) 387 Bids for Printing Ordinance Rook, Upon s: motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, Mrs. R. R. Lindgren_ was instructed to take the necessary steps , when the Ordinances have been completely codified and revised, to ad-ver- tine for bids for printing then in book form, in lots• of 500 and 1000, Bep Rrtment, 'Heads to Attend Council Meetings. Upon a motion b7 Gilchrist, seconded by Renfro , the City Manager was requested to notify the heads of Departments to attend all regular meetings of the Council. Adjonrrment. Upon a. motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. fj§Ior fthe Cites , ornia. City Clerk and Ex-of Rio Clerk of the Council: of the City of Bakersfield, California. 3 Bakersfield , California ,,Tan.12,1.920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Coupon of the City of Bakersfield, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Fell at eight o 'clock: P ,M. January 1.2th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Finmanan,Hougham,Renfro ,Wil son Absent:Willow. Minutes of the regular meeting; of January 5t;h, 1920, read and approved as read . Opening; of Sealed Proposals for. Bids Covering Improve- rent, of N & 20th Streets Covered by Resolution of Intention NO. 365. This being the time set to 'open sealed proposals received to cover proposed improvements on F and 20th Streets as outl ined in Resolution of Intention. No , 365, it was moved by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , that all proposals submitted be opened , Acceptance, Federal. Construction Company' s Bid , It was moved b;; Uough.am, seconded. by Renfro, that bid nlaced by the Federal Construction Company to cover street in arovemerts on N, .,,,r! 20th Streets , .aC outl- in 6 to Resolution of Tntentior. No . 365 , it beira the only bid that same be accepted. Motion carried by the f ollowira vote: yes: Baughman rilchri:st Hinman Houahvm Renfro Wilson, Na.vs:None. Abser_t Villow, Adoption of Resolution Ordering the Construction of Sewers in Sever District Na , 40e i;non a notion by Baughman , seconded by Houtgham, Resole- tion entitled-: "RESOLUTTON ORD"RING THE CONSTRUC"'TON OF SE TERS IN A DISTRICT KNOWN AS SEWER DISTRICT NO , 40 TN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinma_a ,Hougbam,Renfro ,Wilson, Nays:None. Absent:Willow , Protest Against Street Improvements in District No. 50, Allowed. A protest signed by property owners owning approximate- ly seventy per cent of the frontage facing on Alley through Block 486, nroteetinj against nronosod paving of sal? Alley] 3109 January '12th, 090, (Continued. ) .eras roach as also was 9. *pro test signed by property owners owning, 641 ft , frontage facing on Streets nroposed to be improved in Street District No . 50, co7p red by Resolution of Intention No,: 367. Upon a motion by Houg�l.:am, seconded by Renfro , protests were gllowred and. proceedings'.under said numbered Resolutions' of Intention ordered discontinued . Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Baugbntn,GQhrist ,Hirmar ,Houeha.m,Renfr�a ,wiIsar. Days:Alone. Absent:Tidlow. Proposed Improvement, of, Twenty-fourth Street. Upon a. motion by: Hougham, seconded by Baughman , the City Engineer rns:.pas instructed to prepare .plans and snecificAtlons to grade , oil, curb and gutter Twenty-fourth Street from V to R Streets , and to grade and oil only, Twsenty®fourth. Street from R to tr Streets. Motion carried by the following vote : Ayes :Bau "(-non ,Gj lcbrist,Hinman.,Fou g';.a2Tly.Renfro ,Wi l.so n. Nays: Norse . Absent:I7: l low. Proceedings Covering; Closing of _alley In Block 35,Bern- ard. ' Addition, Laid Over ,for One Week/ A nrotest signed by seven property ciq erg owlnin3 property in : . Block 35 1prrard Addition, retitioni:r`' t,hn Council to diseontnue proceedings started to close tp the 'public'' Voe easterly 135 feet of tre Alley manning ,east nod west through said Rlock , . eovere by Resolution of intention No . 369, wras read to the Oo ricil. Upon a motion by Houehem, seconded by Baughman, the matter was laid over for one week bending investigation. Adoption of Resolution Accepting Grants of Land for the Opening ;. of Cherry Street Jpon a motion by Hougham;, seconded by Nilson, Resolution ertitledi "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANTS OF PEAL PROPERTY CONOYED TO THE CITY OF BAK TSFIEL➢, FOR STREET TURP06FS"was adonted as 30 January 1.2th, 1920 (Continued.) .read by the following dote: Ayes:Baughman,Gil chris t.,Hinman ,Hough am,Renfro,WiIson. Nays:.None . Absent Vill.o. Naming of New Streets Upon a motion by Houghom, seconded by Gilchrist , new street to be opened. between Venter Lane .arid. Draoir,. Street., -unring east arS nest from I Street to Oleander Avenue , was named ''Cherryt° Avenue. City to put Cherry Avenue in Proper Condition for Traffic . , Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by BanEbman , the City Manager was instructed to notify the Street Surerintendent to make the necessary ,arrangements to put Cherry Avenue in pass- able condition for traffic . ' Motion carried by the fallowing vote: Ayes: Baughmon.,Gilchri st,Hougham,Renfro ,Wil son, Nays:Hinman. Absent:Willow, Adoption of Ordinance No,25, New Series; Upon a. motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist , Ord!- nance No . ' 25, Ye- Series, ortitled; "AN ORDINANCE' PROHIBITING SKATING AND THE USE OF SKATES ON ANY SIDEWALK WITHIN THE OON= GESTED DISTRICT, MAKING TYE SAME A MISDEMEANOR AND PROVIDING P PENALTY', FOR TYE VIOLATION TVFRFOF" was adopted as .read by the following vote: A *es :Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman ,Hougher,Wilson: Nads:Renfro . Absent:Willow. Adoption of Ordinance No . 20, Few Series . : Upon a motion by Hougham, goeanded by Renfro, 'Ordinance 7a . 26, New rrie , entitled: "AN ORDINfN&F. _iEGTTLATING THR FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF BAKEPSFIELD: PROHIBITING INTERFERENCE SAME OR WITH TuF/SE:NDING FALSE ALARMS; Pr'.OVIDTYG FOR PROTECTION AGA,INST FSAE:MAKING THE VIOUAT.T.ON HEREOF A: MTSDEWEATCR AND ?T;OVI7NG A Jaxauary 12th, 1920 ( Continued. 91 PENALTY T.iE':FOr :aY D ,aE!LTYCT ORDINT ICES 41 , 46 and 106,'� was adopted as raa.d by the fol-lowing; vote . Ayes:Baughnan,rilehrist,Hinm n,T.=ou hain ,RerfTO ,Wt? son. ays:N ne. iosent:Willovr. Prorosed Street Imnrovement, Y Street from Truxtun Ave- nue to Fifteenth' Street. A netition signed by pronerty owners owning; anpnoximately sixty-two ner cent of the fronta.-e on N Street between Truxtun: Avenue and Fifteenth Street, asking that N Street between the points designated, be improved., was read to the council and upon a motion by Hou:gham, seconded ;by Renfro , the City Engineer was instructed to confer with tf-e :signers of the nnetition and ascertain wrhat imnrocements are needed and to ore-pare', plans and snec ifications to cover the work- ` ,),-corn and., anut,; Stand' Permit denied. Upon' a motion by 3ougham, seconded. by Renfro , arsnlication placed. by Sprayber. ry Brothers for a permit to nlace a popcorn and. aearlit, machine at the edge- of the curb at, 960 Baker Street- was denied by the following vote: At,as: Bo�zgh,,,an ,C ilchri v t ,IToz;;h�m,Ren.`,'ra ,iN ils o�?. Trays:Hirn,rn . Absent:Willcw. Rooming Ho=,a.^e Permit. Granted. Upon 'n, motion by RauShman , seconded by Hougham, Joe Esoit- allier was' -granted permission to conduct and maintain the Hotel De !Hues , at 723 Humboldt. Street , Vehicle Stand Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Hougbam, J.J.Melcher was granted nermi.ssi.or to stand automobile rent car 40 feet south of the south:^r-st corner of 16th and Streets , Permit to Install. Gasoline Tni�k and Puma, i7 non:'a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, H .Y. McCullough was grarted 'rermission to install a gasoline pump and tank in front of store at 803 ^hester Aven*ie , 392 daruary 12th, 1920, ( Continued) .' Tr_e;reased Fire Protection. A communication received from the Bakersfield Commercial, Club protesting against no definite action being taken by the Council relative to additional fire protection facilities , as recommended by the Pacific Coast Board of Fire Underwriters , was read. to the houncil ,and urcn a motion. by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Manager was instructed to confer with the Electric Water Company and ascertain what contemplated plans they may have in relation to giving the City of Bakers- field added water facilities for fighting fires, Report of Building Inspector , A comparative report submitted by the Building Insne ctor shaving the number of Building Permits and total estimated cost of structures erected within the City for the colander Nears 1916.1919 was read to the Counoi.l and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman , same was ordered placed on file for the information of the City Assessor. Allowance of Claims . Upon a motion_ by Hougham , seconded by Renfro , claims ' as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants to cower same ; Handling of Cases Against the Bakersfield Water Company. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Ba.ughmar_, the City Manager was requested to confer with Mr. Walter Osborn and to ask that he apoear before the Council on January 19th, 1926, at their regular meeting and explain to ahem the details of a pending case instituted by tVP City of Bakersfield against' the Bakersfield Water Company in the local Superior Courts Public Utilities„ Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Manager was instructed to communicate with the State Railroad Commission and ascertain from then imhat steps are necessary to take in order that the City may avail itself of an oonor- tunity to acquire the light distribution system. January 12, 3.220 ( Cortinu.ed. ) 393 Preparation of Official Nap, Upon a motion by hou�ham, seconded by Baug.11man, the Ci ty EnCineer was instructed to orenare P. City Neap and present same to the Council when comn3eted for official: adoot:ion . Adjournment, Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded. by Hougham, th.e meeting; adjourned, M . a f the .City of I3skera£ie2d.,California, ATTEST y City Clerk end Ex-offariocle"rk of the Council of ;the City of Bakersfield , California.'. i 39 Bakersfield,, Califamia,January 19,1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. , January 19th, 1.920. Present:Baughman,,Gilohri st,Hinman,Hougbam,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Absent•None . Minutes of the regular meeting of January 12th, 1920, read and approved as read. Opening ,of Bids-Improvement of 0 Street. This being the time set to open bids received for the im- provement of certain portions of 0 Street, as outlined in Resolu- tion of :Intention No. 366, it was moved by Baughman, 'seconded by , Hougham, that all bids be opened. Adoption of Resolution Awarding Contract for Improving 0 Street. Bid placed by F. W. Nighbert, being found to be the lowest responsible bidder, upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, same was accepted and 'Resolution entitled:1°A -RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman.Gilchrist,Hinman .Hougham,Renfro ,Wi1low,Wilson. Nays:None . Absent:None, i Adoption of Resolution Awarding Contract to Federal Construction Company for Improvement of Cer- tain Portions of N and 20th Streets. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro ,' Resolu- tion entitled: "A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER" , was adopted as read by the fol- lowing vote: Ayes: Baughman ,Gilchrist,Hinman,Houghem.Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. /. Absent-None. Court Action, City of :Bakersfield vs . Bakersfield Water Company. Mr. Walter "Osborn , Attorney, appeared before the Council and explained the status of the pending case against the Bakers- field Water Company, to be tried in the local Superior "Court and upon a motion by Houghsm, seconded by Baughman, Mr.Osborn r O rt January 19, 1920 ( Continued) . was retained to handle the case for the City and the fee for his services was fixed at $125.00. Vehicle Stand Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Bauglunag , seconded by Willow, Sam Chorn was granted permission to maintain and stand transfer 40 feet north of 19th Street on the East side of I Street . Permission to Install Gasoline and Distillate Tanks and Pumas . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, permission was granted the following parties to install and operate gasoline and distillate pumps at places specified: J.L.Bruce, one gasoline and one distillate tank and pump on the southwest corner of Chester Avenue and 20th Street. Howard Motor Car Company, one gasoline pump and tank at 2606 Chester Avenue. Petition to Improve Oak Street north of Nine- teenth to County High- way. A communication received from the Secretary of the Rio Bravo Farm Center, requesting that the necessary steps be taken to pave that portion of Oak Street north of Nineteenth to connect with the County Highway , was read to the Council and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, the communication was referred to the City 'Manager for answer. Permission to Conduct Dance . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, the Oil Workers Local No. 19 was given permission to hold a dance Wednesday evening, January 21st, 1920 , at the Labor Temple. Expense of Appraisal of Electric Distributing System. Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Willow, the 'City Manager was instructed to communicate with the State Railroad Commission and request that he be given an estimate of the cost of an appraisal of the electric property of the San Joaquin Light and Power Corporation within the City of Bakersfield. 39 6 January 19th,1920 ( Continued. ) Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, claims as audited by the Finance Committee, and pay rolls as authorized by heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same, Protest Allowed Against Closing Alley in Block 35, Bernard Addition, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, protest placed against the closing of Alley in Block 35, Bernard Addi- tion, more particularly described in Resolution of Intention No, 369, was allowed and proceedings ordered discontinued by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gil christ,Hou gham,Renfro ,"illow,Wilson. ' Nays:Hinman . Absent:None. Investigation of Building, 810 Baker Street. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , a Committee appointed to investigate structure under erection at 810 Baker Street was dismissed and the natter laid on the table . Increased Fire Protection. Mr. Benson reported that he had conferred with the Electric Water Company officials with regard to their plans relative to supplying the City of Bakersfield with a more adequate water system and was advised by them that the Company is placing; larger mains at the present time in portions of the `ity, es- pecially in the business section, however, due to being unable to procure` the proper materials , that they are somewhat handi- capped in the work and at this time cannot give any definite idea of what they can provide. Adjournment . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. or7bf the uity of Bakersfield, ATTEST: alifornia. City Clerk and Ex-off cio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California . �6Q Bakersfield, California, January, 26, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P .M. , January 26th, 1-920. Present:Baughman,Gilchrist; Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow, Wilson. Absent:None. Minutes of the regular meeting of January 19th, 1920, read and approved as read. Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the following parties were given permission to conduct and maintain rooming houses: Mrs. D. Gilgallon at 1620 Truxtun Avenue. Mrs . May Heady at 710 Baker Street. Permit to Conduct Dance. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the United States Marine Corps Club was given permission to conduct a dance at the Labor Temple on January 28th, 1920 . Garbage Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, Jose Samora was granted permission to collect garbage within the City limits. Permit Granted to Install Gasoline Pumps and Tanks. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, Kitchen & Amell were granted permission to install two gasoline pumps with under- ground storage tanks at Chester Avenue and 22nd Street, the work to be performed under the supervision of the Building Inspector. Proposed Ordinance for Removal of Sidewalk Gasoline and Dis- tillate Pumps, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance making it necessary that all gasoline and distillate sidewalk pumps located on Nineteenth Street between F and N Streets, on Chester Avenue between Fifteenth and Twenty-eighth Streets, and on Baker Street between Grove and Kentucky Streets, be removed prior to January 1st, 1921, and from that date no pumps would be allowed on the January 26th, 1920 (Continued. ) above mentioned Streets between the points designated. Adoption of Ordinance No. 30, New Series. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Ordinance No . 30, New Series, entitled "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD AND THE BAKERSFIELD SCHOOL DISTRI`CTt FOR THE LEVYING OF TAXES THEREON, AND FOR THE COLLECTION OF THE SAME: AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 298" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman.Gilchrist,Hinman ,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent :None. Permit to Conduct Pool Room. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, Phipps & Tiller were granted permission to maintain and conduct a Pool Room at 711 Sumner Street. Public Hearing in Regard to Building of an His - torical Museum. A communication received from County Clerk F.E.Smith stating that the Board of Supervisors will have a public hear- ing in the Court House on February 5th, 1920, at which time the matter of the building of an historical museum by the County, will be discussed, and inviting the Council or a rep- resentative from that Body to attend such meeting, was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the Council decided to attend the meeting in a body. Invitation from Electrical Workers ' Union. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, invita- tion extended by the Electrical Workers ' Union to the Council to attend a meeting to be held at the Labor Temple at 8: 30 P.M. , February 2nd, 1920, was accepted. Report of Health Officer on Sewer, Conditions. Report submitted by Health Officer, P . J.Cuneo, recommend- ing to the Council that the necessary steps be taken to form a Sewer District to include Blocks 38, 390 404 and 41 in the CIO January 26tth, 1920, (Continued. ) Southern Addition to the City of Bakersfield, and also a District formed to include Block 223, was read to the `ouncil as was also a petition signed by nine property owners owning property in Blocks 38 to 41 inclusive of the Southern Addition asking that a sewer be constructed iia those Blocks, and upon a mo- tion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, the City was instructed to take the necessary steps to secure the right 'to enable the City to proceed with the work in both of the above mentioned areas. Bill for Expenses Allowed J.A.;Hinman . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, claim presented by Mayor J. A. Hinman for $15.00 covering expenses incurred while attending Date i Hearing at Fresno, was allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrant to cover same . Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, claims as audited by the Finance Committee, and pay rolls as author- ized by heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . Adoption of Resolution Employing Counsel. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, Resolution entitled: °*A RESOLUTION EMPLTYING COUNSEL AND FIXING HIS COM- PENSATION" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman ,Gilchrist,Hinman.Hougham.Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:None. Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 370. Upon a motion by Pillow, seconded` by Hougham, Resolution of Intention No. 370 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF" INTENTION 'TO CHANGE THE OFFICIAL CURB 'GRADE OF UNION` AVENUE AT ITS INTER- SECTION WITH TWENTIETH STREET" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:None. 400 January 26th, 1920.( Continued. ) . Adoption of Ordinances . Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Baughman, Ordinance No. 27, New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE OF- FICIAL GRADE OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OF UNION AVENUE TWENTIETH STREET, GROVE STREET, HUMBOLDT STREET, TWENTY-FIRST STREET, AND TWENTY-SECOND STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" was adoote'd as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist .Hinman .Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. NaysNone Absent:None . Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Hougham, Ordinance No. 28, New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE OF- FICIAL GRADE OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OF SUMNER STREET, HALEY STREET and EAST TRUXTUN AVENUE IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIEL D", was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow.Wilson. Nays:None. Absent :None . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Ordinance No. 29, New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE OFFICIAL GRADE OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OF TWENTY-FOURTH STREET, S STREET, T STREET, U STREET AND V STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELDP° was adopted as read by the following .rote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow.Wilson. Nays:None . Absent:None. City Attorney to Attend Rate Hearing, Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the City Attorney was instructed to attend the rate hearing to be held at Fresno on January 27th, 1920 . Permission_ Given to Conduct Dance. Upon a motion by Gilchrist , seconded by Baughman, the Improved Order of Redmen were given permission to conduct a dance at the Labor Temple on Wednesday, January 27th, 1920. January 26th, 3920, ( Continued. ) 401 Adjournment. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Baughman, the meeting Adjourned. Mayor of the ity o , Bakersfield,CalifO:rnia, ATTEST:. City Clerk and Ex-offieio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, California. 402 Bakersfield, California , February 2, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Qounc:il Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. , February 2nd, 1920 . Present:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham, RenfropWillow.Wilson, A'bsent:Hinman. Renfro Acts as Chairman. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Mr.Renfro took the chair owing to the absence of Mayor Hinman, Minutes of the regular meeting of January 26th, 1920, read and approved as read. Rooming House Permit Granted, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, H. W.Claflin was granted permission to conduct the Hotel Manchester at 2028 Chester Avenue. Petition to Improve 01Vt° Street. A petition signed by residents on V Street requesting that said Street be improved from Nineteenth to Twenty-second Street by running scraper or grader over it sufficiently to fill up depressions or fill up chuck holes, was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the petition was referred to the City Manager for attention and necessary action. City Treasurer's Financial Report. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, the Treasurer' s financial report showing transactions for the month of January, 1920, was accepted and ordered placed on file. Report of Monies Collected, January, 1920 . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, reports submitted by the heads of Departments showing monies collected for the month of January, 1920, were accepted and ordered placed on file. Communication from Railroad Com- mission Relative to Cost of Appraisal. A letter received from the Secretary of the State Rail- road Commission advising that the approximate cost of making 403 February 2„ 1920 , ( Continued. ) an appraisal of the electric properties of the San Joaquin Light and Power Corporation, would be in the neighborhood of from $1500.00 to $2000.00, and for both the electric and gas prop- erties, $"2500 to $3000.00, was read to the Council. Upon a motion by Hougham„ seconded by Willow, the com- munication was ordered placed on file. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Proposed Ordinance Fixing Standard Weight of Bread. County Sealer of Weights and Measures, R. R. Lucas, ap- peared before the Council and recommended that an Ordinance be adopted fixing a standard weight for bread in loaves, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, City Attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance as recommended by Mr. Lucas. Certificate Showing Correctness of Scales to be Furnished Before Securing Licenses. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the City Manager was instructed to request the License Department to secure in future, from applicants for licenses whose business requires the use of scales, a certificate from the County Sealer of Weights and Measures before issuing such licenses. At this time Mayor Hinman appeared and took the chair as presiding officer. Rooming House Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Rinker were granted permission to conduct the St. Regis Hotel at 11252 Nineteenth Street. 404 February 2, 1920 (Continued. ) City Attorney Instructed to Attend Rate Hearing in San Francisco . . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , City At- torney Grijalva was instructed to attend rate hearing at San Francisco before the State Railroad Commission, Clerk Instructed to Advertise for Bids . for Motor Driven Chassis . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Clerk was instructed to advertise for bids for a special motor driven chassis for mounting double Chemical Engine to be used in Fire Department. Complaint in Regard to Sewer Conditions. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, the City Manager was instructed to investigate a complaint relative . to failure of certain parties to connect with the sewer, and to take the necessary steps to remedy same. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. WO r the City of Bakersfield,California. ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-of cio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. r Bakersfield, CalSfornia, February 9th, 1920. 405 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o'clock P.M. , February 9th, 1920 . Present:Baughman,Gilchrist.Hinman ,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Absent:None . Minutes of the regular meeting of February 2nd, 1920, read and approved as read. Proposals for Bids, Sewer District No. 40. This being the time set for the opening of bids submitted to construct a sewer in Sewer District No. 40, as outlined in Resolution of Intention No. 368, and due to the fact that no bids were received, it was moved by Willow, seconded by Baughman, that the City Clerk be instructed to re-advertise for bids on said District, bids to be opened by the Council at 8 o'clock P.M. March 1st, 1920, and be received until 5 o'clock P.M. , of said date. Ordinance Affecting Gasoline Pumps . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Houghan, action on proposed Ordinance prohibiting the maintaining of gasoline pumps on the sidewalks, was deferred until the regular meeting to be held March 8th, 1920. Ordinance Prohibiting Gasoline Pumps to Cover Entire City. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Gilchrist , the City Attorney was instructed, in preparing the Ordinance prohibiting the use of gasoline pumps, to include the entire area of the City of Bakersfield instead of specified Streets . Hitching Posts to be Removed. Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Willow, the City Manager was instructed to take the necessary steps to have hitching, posts removed from sidewalks if an Ordinance is in effect at the present time restricting the installation of these posts . Fire Department Conditions. Fireman G. N. Scofield, recently discharged, appeared before the Council and complained of existing conditions in said 406 February 9th, 1920, ( Continued. ) Department and requested that the Council take the necessary steps to remedy the matter. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the matter was referred to the City Manager for investigation and necessary action. Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications, Sewer and Street District No. 1. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, Res3lution en- titled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND PROFILE AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENT AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SEWER ON AND ALONG THAT PORTION OF T Hh FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF TWENTIETH STREET BETWEEN THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF I STREET AND THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF L STREET, IN A DISTRICT TO BE KNOWN AS SEWER AND STREET DISTRICT NO . 1 IN THE CITY OF BAKIl3SFIELD" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow, Wilson. Nays :None Absent :None. Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 371. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Resolution of Intention No . 371 , entitled:" RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IM- PROVE AND TO CONSTRUCT A SEWER ON AND ALONG THAT PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF TWENTIETH STREET BETWEEN THE EASTERLY PROP- ERTY LINE OF I STREET AND THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF L STREET, IN A DISTRICT TO BE KNOWN AS "SEWER AND STREET DISTRICT NO. 1" IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD", was adopted as read by the following vote : Ayes:Baughman,Gil christ,Hinman 0Hougham,Renfro ,Wi1 low,Wilson, Nays:None . Absent:None; Adoption of Ordinance No. 31 . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, Ordinance No. 31, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE " FIYING A STANDARD WEIGHT OR BREAD IN LOAVES, MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDEMEANOR AND PROVID- ING A PENALTY THEREFOR", was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes : Baughanan,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Wlllow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:None. Absent:None. Resolution Accepting. Grant from Kern County Land Co, for Opening of 4t.h Street between Union and P Streets . Upon a motion by Hougham,seconded by Willow,Resoluti.on entitled: "RESOLUTION. ACCEPTING GRANT CONTAINED IN DEED DATED JANUARY 2701920,WHEREIN THE KERN COUNTY LAND COMPANY,A CORPORATION CONVEY CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD,FOR STREET PURPOSES"was adopted as read by the fol- lowing vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Houghem,Renfro,Willow ,Wi!son. Nays:None. Absent.-None.. X8,48' �1 ry February 9th, 1920 (Continued. ) 40 Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the follow- ing parties were given permission to maintain and conduct rooming houses at places specified: A. M. Butler, 1705 Eighteenth Street. Mrs. R.H.Schlotzheim, Santa Fe Inn, Fifteenth Street opposite Santa Fe Depot. B. F. Carrell ,The Silver Dollar Rooming House, 1918 L Street. Pool Room Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, A. Sander was granted permission to conduct a pool room at 1918 L Street . Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed a ni the Auditor instructed to draw the necessary warrants to cover same . Petition for Grading,Oiling, and Screening a Portion of Parkway. A petition signed by property owners owning approximately 55% of the frontage on Parkway between the westerly property line of Blocks 4 and 5, West Park Addition, to the westerly property line of Oleander Avenue, requesting that said Street be graded, oiled and screened, was read to the council and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover same. Warrenite to be Used on Sumner Street. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the City Engineer was instructed in preparing plans and specifications for proposed improvement of Sumner Street, to specify that Warrenite be used instead of Romanite. Petition for Increase of Salary , Heads of De- pa rtmen is . A petition signed by heads of Departments asking that a 25% increase in salary be granted, was read to the (°ouncil . Mr. Benson then recommended that the matter be not acted upon at this time as he was contemplating requesting an increase; 408 February 9th, 1920 ( Continued. ) in salary and wages of a large portion of his subordinates. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, petition submitted by heads of Departments was laid on the table until such time as Mr. Benson could submit proposed revised salary Or- dinance. Permission to Move Sidewalk, Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Messrs. F. W. Robinson and F. G. Munzer were granted permission to move their sidewalk in front of their residences on F Street, between Seventeenth and Eighteenth Streets, back two feet so that Maple trees could be preserved. Ordinance Fixing Compensation of Board of Equalization. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance fixing rate of members of the Board of Equalization at $10.00 per day. Preparation of Emergency Ordinance to Install Stand. Pipes. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by willow, Mrs . Lind- gren was instructed to prepare an emergency Ordinance making it compulsory to have stand pipes placed on all buildings of three stories or over. Adjournment. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned. _\ or �o'f the Ialty Salo d,California. ATTEST: Ci y Cler and Ex-of ici© Clerk o the Co'LMOil of the City of Bakersfield, California. 499 Bakersfield , California, February 16, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Louneil of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o'clock P.M. February 16th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Absent:Hougham. Minutes of the regular meeting of February 9th, 1920, read and approved as read. Opening Sealed Proposals , Fire Apparatus. This being the time set to open sealed proposals received to cover bids on one motor propelled chassis for use in the Fire De- partment, it was moved by Willow, seconded by Baughman, that all sealed proposals' be opened. Committee Aor)ointed to In- vestigate Bids , Six bids having been received and only..one complying with specifications, it was moved by Willow , seconded by Gilchrist , that a committee of three Councilmen be appointed to investigate the several bids and report their findings and recommendations to the Council at the next regular meeting to be held February 24th,1920. The.Mayor appointed Councilmen Willow, Baughman and Wilson on the Committee. Petition to Open Alley. A petition signed by seven property owners owning property on California Avenue, H and Blanch Streets, asking that an Alley be opened through Block 24 and 24Q in the Southern Addition, was read to the Council. A verbal protest was also made to the Council by the owner of the property which would necessarily have to be used to open said Alley, and upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, a committee of three Councilmen were appointed to investigate and report their findings to the Council. The Mayor appointed Councilmen Hougham, Renfro , and Gilchrist on the Committee, Rooming House Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, Mrs. F. S. Brown was granted permission to conduct and maintain a Rooming House at 1918 L Street . _0 February 16th, 1920. (Continued. ) Application for Rooming House Permit Denied, Upon a motion by Baug hnan, seconded by Willow, application placed by Mrs . M. Nolan to conduct a rooming house at 2024 L Street, was denied. Pool Room Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, F. Lambera was granted permission to conduct a pool room at 1925 L Street. Permit Granted to Conduct Dance . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, the United States Marine Corps Club was given permission to conduct a dance at the Labor Temple on March 8th, 1920. Petition to Grade, Oil and Screen Alley be- tween 17th and 18th Streets, from T to V Streets . A petition signed by property owners asking that the Alley be- tween Seventeenth and Eighteenth Streets be graded, oiled and surfaced with crushed rock, from T to V Streets, was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Wilson, E.A. Wheeler, Street Foreman, was instructed to proceed with the work. Adoption of Ordinance No . 32, New Series. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, Ordinance No. 32, New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLING OF STANDPIPES, PRESCRIBING THE CO NDITIOPdS UNDER WHICH SUCH STAND- PIPES SHALL BE INSTALLED, MAKING THE VIOLATION OF THE PROVISIONS HEREOF A MISDEMEANOR AND REPEALING SUBDIVISIONS a, b, c, d, e, and f OF SECTION 20 OF ORDINANCE NO . 179 REGULATING THE CONSTRUCTION, ERECTION, REPAIRS, ALTERATION, REMOVAL , DEMOLITION, CONDEMNATION AND USE OF BUILDINGS" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Renfro,Willow, Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Hougham. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , claims as audited by the Finance Committee, and pay rolls as authorized by heads of 411 February 16th, 1920. ( Continued. ) Departments, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Communication Ordered Destroyed. An ananymous communication addressed to the Council having been received, it was moved by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, that the City Clerk be instructed to destroy said communication. Motion carried. Permission Granted to Install Gasoline Pump and Tank, Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Wilson, Rudneck & Bernson were given permission to install a gasoline pump and tank at the corner of Twenty-seventh and Chester Avenue, the work to be done under the supervision of the Building Inspector. Extension of Water Lines. A number of residents of the Santa Fe Addition appeared before the Council and petitioned that Body to use whatever powers they may have to the result that water lines might be extended to that Addition. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, the City Attorney was instructed to take the matter up with the State Railroad Commission requesting a hearing relative to the matter. Proposed Traffic Regulations. It was moved by Gilchrist, seconded by Willow, that City Attorney prepare an Ordinance covering traffic regulations to con- form with diagram submitted by Mr. Gilchrist. Motion lost by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Willow. Nays:Hinman,Renfro ,Wilson. Absent:Hougham. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Gilchrist, the meeting; adjourned. M r o�-K the City of Bak ersfield,California. i ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 412 Bakersfield , California, February 24, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o' clock P .M. , February 24th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman ,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Absent:None . Minutes of the regular meeting of February 16th, 1920, read and approved as read. Disabled Ex-soldier Granted Free License . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, i.G. Sterritt, a disabled ex-soldier, was granted a free license to sell patented tie holders. Fire Equipment. Mr. Willow, representing the majority of the Committee appointed to investigate the advisability of the purchase of certain fire equipment recently advertised for, reported that the majority of the committee recommended that all bids sub- mitted to furnish chassis for use in the Fire Department, be rejected, as it is not thought to be good policy to expend a large sum of money on repairs to old equipment , and also recommended that new equipment be purchased after an inves- tigation is made to see what apparatus is needed. Mr. Baughman reported that it was the minority recom- mendation of the Committee, that the bid submitted by the Seagrave Company to furnish a motor propelled, six cylinder chassis, as per advertised specifications for the sum of $89000.00, be accepted. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the ma- jority report was ordered accepted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, all bids submitted to cover proposed fire equipment were rejected. Upcn a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , a Com- mittee of three Councilmen were appointed and given authority to secure the services of a competent automobile expert, at a compensation of $10.00, and after investigation of the present fire apparatus, to report to the Council and recommend February 24th, 1920 , (Continued. ) 413 as to what equipment is necessary to bring the Fire Department up to the required efficiency. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist,Hinman,Renfro,Willow.Wilson. Nays: Baughman,Hougham. Absent:None. The Mayor appointed Councilmen Willow, Baughman and Hougham as the Committee . Vehicle Stand Permit Granted, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baugbman,C.C. Hawkins was granted permission to stand automobile rent car 40 feet west of the Northwest corner of Twentieth Street and Chester Avenue. Rooming House Permits Granted, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the following parties were granted permission to conduct and Maintain Rooming Houses at places specified: H.G.Smith, 1810 K Street , Lucy Backer, 1129-19th Street . Pool Room Permit Granted. Upon a. motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman , V. Pelosi was granted permission to conduct and maintain a pool room at 1309-19th Street. Permit Granted to Collect Sunk. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, L.T. Wa.11enback of 808-19th Street was granted permission to collect junk. Permit Granted to In- stall Electric Sign. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, H.W.Claflin was granted permission to install an electric sign on the Hotel Manchester, the work to be done under the supervision of the City Building Inspector. 414 February 24th, 1920 ( Continued) . Extension of Time Granted Federal Construction Co. to Complete Street Work Covered by Resolutions of Intention No,357 and No. 359. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, aopli- cations placed by the Federal Construction Company for a 90 day extension of time to complete contracts for the improve- ment of Streets covered by Resolutions of Intention No , 357 and No. 359, were granted. Adoption of Ordinance No . 33 New Series. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , Ordinance No. 33, New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AT&NDING SECTION 6 OF ORDINANCE NO. 393 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE AC- CUMULATION, REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF RUBBISH AND STABLE MANURE: MAKING THE VIOLATION A MISDEMEANOR AND PROVIDING A PENALTY THEREFOR" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Nays :Willow. Absent:None, Adoption of Ordinance No. 34, New Series , Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Ordi- nance No. 34, New Series, entitled: P'AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE OFFICE OF CLERK OF THE POLICE COURT OF THE CITY OF BAKERS- FIELD, PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT AND TERM OF OFFICE AND PRESCRIBING THE: DUTIES OF THE CLERK," was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent :None . Adoption of Ordinance No. 35 New Series . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , Ordinance No . 35 New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE COIVI- PENSATION OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REPEAL- ING ORDINANCE NO, 22 FIXING SALARY OF MaIIBERS OF BOARD OF EQUALIZATION" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:Gilchrist,Hinman. Absent:None. X81187 9�� 5 February 24th, 1920, (Continued) . General Salary Ordinance , Laid Over. A proposed general salary ordinance was read to the Council and upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , action on same was deferred until meeting to be held at 7:30 P .M. , February 27th, 1920 . Councilmen to be Furnished with Copies of Rnposed Salary Ordinance . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the City Clerk was instructed to have copies of the proposed salary ordinance struck off for distribution to individual Councilmen.. Adoption of Ordinance No.36 New Series. Upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman, Ordinance No. 36 New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND IMPOSING MUNICIPAL LICENSES: PRESCRIBING HOW AND BY WHOM LICENSES SHALL BE OBTAINED: MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDEMEANOR AND PRESCRIBING A PENALTY THEREFOR, AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NOS. 327, 332 and. No.?, NEPJ SERIES,' was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Nays:Hougham. Absent :None . Reward Offered for Apprehension of Persons Turning in False Fire Alarms. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, the Council authorized the payment of $100.00 reward for the arrest and con- viction, or for information leading to the arrest and conviction of persons turning in false fire alarms. Adoption of Resolution Adopt- ing Plans and Specifications, Street District No. 55. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING :PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENT ON PARKWAY BETWEEN THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF BLOCK 4, WESTPARK, 'ROD(JCED AND THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF OLEANDER AVENUE IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD"was adopted as read by the f ollowing vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfm Willow.Wilson. Nays:None. Absent :None, 166 February 24th, 1920 . (Continued) Adoption of Resolution of In- tention No. 372 , Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, Resolution of Intention No, 372, entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IM® PROVE THAT PORTION OF BASK 'NAY BETWEEN THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF BLOCK 4, WESTPARK, PRODUCED AND THE WESTFRLY PROPERTY LINE OF OLEANDER AVENUE , IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, COUNTY OF KERN,- STATE OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE XROWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO. 55", was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman ,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Nay sNone . Absent:None, Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls , Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , claims as audited by the Finance Committee and. pay rolls as suthorized by heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed. to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Adoption of Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications, Street District No. 53. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow,Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED STREET IMPROVFM ENT ON N STREET BETWEEN THE SOUTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE RID THE NORTHERLY' PROPERTY LINE OF FIFTEENTH STREET , IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson, Nays:None, Absent:None , Adoption of Resolution of Intention No, 373. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, Resolution of Intention No. 373 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IM- PROVE THAT PORTION OF N STREET BETU7SEN THE SOUTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE AND THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF FIFTEENTH STREET, IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, COUNTY OF KERN, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO . 5310 was February 24th, 1920,( Continued. ) adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson„ Nays:None, Absent:None. Report of Committee on Alley Southern Addition. Councilman Hougham of the Committee appointed to investigate the advisibility of opening an Alley through Blocks 24 and 24z, of the Southern Addition, reported that after a careful investigation it was the recommendation of the Committee that no action be taken by the Council relative to this matter. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, petition presented by property owners requesting the opening of said, Alley was denied. Invitation from City Council, Los Angeles . An invitation extended by the Council of the City of Los Angeles to the City Council of Bakersfield, to attend a convention at Los Angeles to be held from April let, to 3rd, inclusive , for discussion of subjects highly essential to the development of the Southwest, was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded. by Willow, same was ordered placed on file . Traveling Expenses Allowed Committee of Councilmen. It, was moved by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, that Councilmen billow, Baughman and Wilson, be allowed railroad fare expended on trip to Los Angeles to Investigate Fire Appa- ratus. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Baugharian ,Gilchrist,Hirman,Hough.erp,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent :None, Adjournment. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, the meeting was adjourned until 7:30 P .M, ,Friday, February °27th,1920. 21 &icioClerk he �i#y of Bakersfield,California„P_TTEST: City Clerk andEx- f the Council. of the City of Bakersfie ld ,Calif- ornia, ... ... ........ ...... .._........ . .. 41_8 Bakersfield , California ,February 27th,1920. Minutes of the adjourned meeting of February 24th, 1920, of the. Coun- oil of the City of Bakersfield, California., held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at 7: 30 o 'clock P.M, , February 27th, 1920. Present : Baughman,Gilchrist,Hirman ,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilsor.. Absent:None. Rooming House Permits Granted. Uoon a motion by Willow , seconded by Baughman, the following rooming house permits were granted: Mrs . B. Burt, 1504 F Street. Dasie Mickey, 2206 M Street, Mrs . M. Nolan, 2024 L Street. Proposed Purchase of Automobiles. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the City Manager was instructed to investigate, and if it was thought neces- sary, to recommend the purchase of new automobiles for use by the City Manager and the Chief of Police. Adoption of Ordinance No. 37, New Series. Upon a motion by Willow , seconded. by Hougham, Ordinance No. 37, New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE COMPENSATION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD AND RE- PEALING ORDINANCE NO . 5 NEW SERIES, FIXING THE COMPENSATION OF CER- TAIN OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, AND ALL OR- DINANCES AMENDATORY THEREOF OR IN CONFLICT HEREWITH" . was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Hinman,Hougham.Renfro Willow,Wilson, Nays:Gilchrist. Absent:None, Adjournment. Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. *Ayor/Goi"the Cl-t'y cf California. ATTEST ATTEST Cif Clerk nk a Ex-of cio Glei_ of the_ y Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 1�8�87 41 Bakersfield, California , March 1, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, California, held 9.n the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o ' clock P .M. , March 1st; 1920. Present :Baizghman,Gilebrist,Hip.man,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Absent :None. Minutes of the regular meeting of February 24th and 27th, 1920, read and anoroved as read. . Disabled Ex-soldier Granted Free Permit, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Houghem, Jas . H. Evans, a disabled ex-soldier holding an honorable discharge, was granted a free permit to sell cement. Opening Bids, Sewer District No. 40. This being the time set for the opening of sealed proposals received to cover the proposed construction of a sewer in Sewer District No . 40 covered by Resolution of Intention No. 368, it was moved by Willow, seconded by Baughman, that a11 bids submitted be opened. Resolution Adopted Awarding; Contract for Sewer District No. 40. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, bid. submitted by Lloyd S. Stroud amounting to $2277.50, was accepted, it being the lowest and only .responsible bid, and Resolution awarding the contract was adopted by the f ollowing vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,vdilson. Nays:None . Absent:None. Adoption of Resolution Ordering the Construction of Improve- ments, Sewer and. Street Dist- rict No . 1. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , Resolution en- titled: t°RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SEWER, CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT AND CURBS ON AND ALONG THAT PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF TWENTIETH STREET BETWEEl� TIE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF I STREET AND THE WESTLR LY PROPERTY LINE OF L STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baugliman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Nillow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent Nona. 420 March lst,1920,( Continued. ) Adoption of Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications for Improving Twenty-fourth Street from M to V Streets. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PRO- POSED STREET IMPROVEtiiIENT ON TWENTY-FOURTH STREET BETWEEN THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF M STREET AND THE: WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF V STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughrr�an,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Vlillow,Wilson. Nays: None , Absent:None. Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 374. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Resolution of Intention No. 374, entitled: "RESO LUTION OF INTENTION TO IM- PROVE THAT PORTION OF TWENTY-FOURTH STREET BETWEEN THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF M STREET AND THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF V STREET, IN THE CITY OF BAKE_RSFIELD, COUNTY OF KERN, STATE OF C.ALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO. 51" , was adopted as read by the following vote: A'9es : Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,W9.11ow,Wilson. Nays:None . Absent:None. Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications, Street District No , 56 . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FCR PRO- POSED STREET IMPROVEMENT ON THOSE PORTIONS OF SUMNER STRE"r_T FROM THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF KING STREET TO THE NORTHERLY PROP- ERTY LINE OF EAST TRUXTUN AVENUE AND EAST TRUXTUN AVENUE FROM THE SOUTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF SIZANEIR STREET TO THE EASTERLY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIE LD, IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" was adopted as read by the following vote: A;gres:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None . Albsent:None . March lst, 1920, ( Continued, ) 421 Adoption of Resolution of Intention No . 375. Upon a motion by I+illow, seconded by Hougham, Resolution of Intention No. 375 , entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IMPROVE THOSE PORTIONS OF SUMNER STREET FROM THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF KING STREET TO THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF EAST TRUXTUN AVENUE AND EAST TRUXTUN AVENUE FROM THE SOUTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF SUMNER STREET TO THE EASTERLY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BAKERSF:IELD, COUNTY OF KERN, STATE; OF CALIFORNIA , TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DIS`.CRICT NO . 56 AND TO ISSUE BONDS IN PAYME-NT THEREFOR" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gslchrist,Hinman „Hougham,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None , Absent:None . Adoption of Ordinance No . 38, New Series . Upon a motion by BaT hman, seconded by Willow, Ordinance No,38 New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO . 36 NEW SERIES ENTITLED, AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND IMPOSING MUNI.- CIPAL LICENSES: PRESCRIBING HOeu AND BY WHOM LICENSES SHALL BE OBTAINED: MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDEMEANOR AND PRE- SCRIBING A PENALTY TIE�,EFQR0 AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NOS. 327, 332 and No. 2 NET SERIES, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION THERETO TO BE; NUMBERED AND KNOWN AS SECTION 58", was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist.Hinman,Renfro ,Willow.Wilson. Nays:Hougham. Absent:None, Monthly Reports Accented. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, reports submitted by the heads of Departments showing transactions for the month of February , 1920, were accepted and ordered placed on file. Acceptance of Treasurer' s Financial Report, Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, the Treasurer's financial report for the month of February, 1920, was accented and 422 March lst , 1920 . ( Continued. ) ordered placed on file. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by iiilson, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw the necessary warrants to cover same , Proposed Paving of Alley Through Blocks 282 - 283 - 284. Upon a motior. by Willow, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the construction of cement concrete pavement, curbs and gutters in the Alley through Blocks 282, 283, and 284. Proposed Improvement of G Street, From Fifteenth to Eighteenth Streets . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Engineer was instructed to prepart plans and specifications to cover improvements to be made on G Street from the northerly line of Fifteenth Street to the southerly line of Eighteenth Street , specifications to conform with those used for the improve- ment of Seventeenth Street„ Proposed Improvement of Sixteenth Street from B Street to Chester Avenue. Upon a motior. by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the improving of Sixteenth Street from the Westerly line of B Street to the westerly line of Chester Avenue , Proposed improvement of Fourteenth Street from K Street to Chester Avenue. Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Hougham, the City En- gineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the improvement of Fourteenth Street from the easterly line of K Street to the easterly line of Chester Avenue. Clerk Instructed to Advertise for Bids for Two Automoviles. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Clerk was instructed to advertise requesting sealed proposals for two automobiles for use by the City Manager and the Chief 423 4�arch lst , 1920 , ( Continued. of Police, and to instruct in the advertisement that bids submitted must state what allowance will be made for the old cars at orese.nt being used by the above named officials. Deed to Land Requested from Brandt . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Attorney was instructed to interview Mr. Brandt and request him to furnish a Deed to the City, of land to be used for the proposed of extension/Fremont Street to Miller Street, Ad j o urnrne nt , Unon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, the meeting adjourned. o�por�or -the Uity of Bakersfield, California. ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-of cio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 424 Bakersfield,California,Tvlarch5,1920. Minutes of a special meeting of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, California, hend in the "ouncil Chamber of the City Hall at two o' clock P.M. , March 5th, 1920, regularly called for the purpose of listening to a lecture by Major Hough of the Federal -. Venereal Disease Bureau. Present :Hinman,Hou,gham ,Renfro,Will ow,Wilson. Absent:Baughman,Gilchrist. Major Hough addressed the Council and submitted a very interesting talk on the prevention and control of venereal diseases . Short addresses were also made by Dr. Jewett of the California State Venereal Bureau, and by Drs . Cuneo and Hull . Committee Appointed. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham , Drs. Hull , Long and Cuneo were appointed as a committee to confer with the Kern. County Board of Supervisors and formulate plans to carry out as far as is considered necessary, the ideas and suggestions of- fered by Major Hough. Communication to Senators and Representative . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the City Clerk was instructed to address communications to Senators Johnson, and Phelan, and Representative Barbour, requesting them to give their earnest support so that the sppropriation at the present time being allowed by the Federal Governmert to the different States for the prevention and control of venereal diseases, author- ized. in the Chamberlain-Kars Bill, be continued. Adjournment . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, the meeting adjourned. orb ff the � t� of Bakersf ielcl ,California. ATTEST: City Clerk and Excio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California . .`JUM 425 Bakersfield.California, March 8,1920 . Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakers- field., California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock PA. , March 8th, 1920 . Present : Baughman,Gil christ,Hinman ,Hougham.Renfrw ,Will6w,W1lson, Absent:None. Minutes of the regular meeting of March lst, 1920 , and special meeting of March Sth, 1920, read and approved as read.. Automobile Bids Opened. This being the time set to open sealed proposals received to furnish two automobiles for the City Manager and. Chief of Police, it was moved by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , that all bids submitted be opened. Bids for Automobiles Laid Over. Upon a motion. by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the matter of purchasing two automobiles was laid over, until Monday , March 15th, by request of Mr . Benson. Permission to Install Electroliers. Upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Hougham, permission was granted. F. W. Tegeler to install one electrolier in front of the Hotel Tegeler on Nineteenth Street, and the California Market two electroliers in front of their place of business on Nineteenth Street . Gasoline lump Ordinance, Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Wilson, action on proposed Ordinance eliminating gasoline bumps from curbs , was laid over for one reek for further investigation. Permit Granted for Free License, Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by vlillow, 'Everett Miller, a disabled ex-soldier holding an honorable discharge, was granted a free Permit to sell razor strop dressing and solder. Suburban sewer District. It was moved by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, that the present Board would 'look with favor upon apnlications for forming suburban sewer distri :ts in that area of property adjoining the south Limits of the City of Bakersfield , between H and N Streets north. of Brundage Lane. 426 March Bt;n. 1920, ( Continued, ) Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Houghani,Renfro,Wil.low,Wi.;.son, Nays:Hinman. Absent:None„ Certified Accountant' s Report Filed, Report submitted by Arthur C. Hopkinson & Co „ , certified accountants, covering a check of the City accounts and records from January 1st, 1919, to February 29th, 1920, was read to the Council and upon a motion by Hpugham, seconded by Baughman, same was accepted and ordered placed on file, City Attorney Instructed to Draw Resolution.. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , the City At- torney was instructed to prepare a resolution carrying out the recommendations made by Mr. Hopkinson, Permit Granted to Collect Junk, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , 11. Summer and M. Cohen were granted permission to collect junk, Adoption of Ordinance No . 39, New Series, Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Hougham, Ordinance No . 39 , New Series . entitled: "AN ORDINANCE CHANGING AND RE.. ESTABLISHING THE OFFICIAL CURB GRADE OF UNION AVENUE AT ITS CNTERSECTION WITH TUdrNTIETH STRP:F'T, IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFI LD" . was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gil christ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow ,Wilson. Nays;None . Absent:None , Adoption. of Ordinance No. 40, New Series, Uoon a motion by BauEiman, seconded by Gilchrist, Ordi- nance No , 40 New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SUB- DIVISION (b) OF SECTION 27 AND AMENDING SECTION 28 OF ORDINANCE NO. 36 NEW SERIES, ENTITLED: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND IM- POSING MUNICIPAL LICENSES: PRESCRIBING HOW ARID iY WHOM LICENSES SHALT BE OBTAINED: MAKING THE VIOLATION HE7EOF A MISDEMEANOR ,AND PRESCRIBING A PENALTY THEREFOR, AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NOS , 327y y 4.27 March 8th, 1920 ( Continued. ) 332 and No . 2 NEW SERIES" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Renfro ,Willaw ,Wilson. Nays:Hougham. Absent:None . Proposed Sign Ordinance Laid on Table . It was moved by Baughman, seconded by Willow, that proposed sign ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE ERECTION, INSTALLATION, USE, AND aIAINTENA.NCE OF SIGNS AND ADVERTISING DEVICES UPON OR ATTACHED TO BUILDING OR OTHER STRUCTURES AND ON, UPON OR OVER ANY PUBLIC STREET, ALLEY OR PUBLIC PLACE WITHIN THE CITY OF' BAKERSFIELD: MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDEMEANOR AND PROVID- ING A PENALTY THEREFOR, AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NOS. 38,45, and 88 AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH" be laid on the table . Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Renfro ,Wili-ou pWilson. Nays: Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham. Absent:None, Petition from Firemen for Increased Salaries . A petition presented through W. E. Van Meter, Chief of the Fire Department, from First Class Lieutenants, Engineers,Electrician and Chemical Drivers , asking that the Council reconsider their ac- tion in fixing their rate of nay, was read and it was moved by Hougham, seconded. by Willow, that Te communication be laid on the table. Motion lost by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist,Hougham,Willow. Nays: Bsughman,Hinman,Re'nfro ,Wilson. Absent:None. Committee Appointed to In- vestigate Salaries of the Fire Department. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , the Mayor was instructed to appoint a committee of three to meet with the City Manager and the Fire Chief and report their recommendation March Bth, 1920 ( Continued. ) to the Council in regard to changing the rate on certain positions in the Fire Department. The Mayor appointed Councilmen Baughman, Spry Willow and Renfro on the Committee. Scarcity of Roses. A communication from the Womans ' Club of Bakersfield, stating that no Cochet Roses cold be secured owing to the scarcity of this kind of rose, was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, the communication was ordered placed on file. Apnlication for Longer Approach to Garage, An application was placed by Kitchen & Amell for permis- sion to lengthen the approach to their garage at, 2201 Chester Avenue, and upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Wilson, the matter was laid over one week awaiting investigation. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. City Engineer instructed to Prenare Plans and Specifi- cations for the Improve- ment of Oregon Street. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the grading, screening, sidewalking and curbing of Oregon Street between the easterly line of Baker Street and the westerly line of Miller Street. Donation Allowed State Building Trades Council . It was moved by Renfro , seconded by Willow, that the Council instruct the Auditor to draw a warrant for $300,00 as a donation toward expenses incurred by the convention of delegates of the State Building Trades Council. Motion carried by the following vote: P.yes : Baughman,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:Gilch rist,Hinman,Hougham. A.bsent:None . bC8�8� 409 March Stb, 1920, ( Continued, ' Curbs and. Sidewalks, Spruce Street. Upon a. motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, property owners owning property on Spruce Street between. Nineteenth and Twentieth Streets were ordered tc install curbs and sidewalks . Ad journment. Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Gilchrist, the meetinus; adjourned. M or If the City of Bakersfield,CKlifoRM. ATTEST: City Clerk/and Ex1offici�k of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, 43® Bakersfield, California , March 15,1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall. , at eight o 'clock P .M. , March 15th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchris t,Hinman ,Houghsm,Renf ro,Wilson. Absent:willow . Minutes of the regular meeting of .March ¢th, 1920, read and approved as read. Adoption of Resolution Ordering the Oon.struction of Imprpve- ments Covered by Resolution of Intention No. 375, This being the tipe set to hear protests against proposed im- provements to be constructed as referred to in Resolution of Inten- tion No . 372, and noise 'raving been presented, upon a motion by Hougham, seconded. Renfro, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ORDER- ING THE GRADING AND OILING ON THAT PORTION OF PARKWAY BETWEEN THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF BLOCK A, WESTPAR.K, PRODUCED AND THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF OLEANDFR AVENUE; IN THE C ITY OF BAKERS- FIELD" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes :Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman ,Hougham ,Renfro,wilson, Nays: None , Absent:Willow , Adoption of Resolution Ordering the Construction of Improve- P2 men.ts Covered by Resolution of Intention No. 373, This being the time set to hear nrotests against proposed improvements to be constructed as referred to it Resolution of Intention No. 373, and none having b en presented, upon a. motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ORDERING TIT; GRADING AND OILING ON TIAT PORTION OF N STREET BE- TWEEN THE SOUTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE AND 'THE NORTH- ERLY PROPERTY LINE OF FIFTF_ENTH STREI'T IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIE<L't' was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman.Gilchrist,Hirman,Hou.goam,Res^fro 9Wi,1.son. Nays:None , Absent: willow, Purchase of Fire Apparatus , Councilman. Hougham, of the Committee annoin.ted to investigate sue, March 15th, 1920 ( Continued. ) 413 1 as to what equipment it would be advisable to procure for the Fire Denar•tment, reported it, was the recommendation of the majority of the Committee that the Council at this time authorize the nu.rc.ha.se of a new chassis for the Chemical Engine, and upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman , report submitted was accented by the following vote- Ayes:Baughman,G i 1 chri st,Hinman ,Fougham. Nays: Henfro ,Wilson. Absent:Willay. Calling for Bids for Fire Equipment . Upon a. motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Clerk was instructed to call for bids to furnish one chassis for the Fire Department as per specifications to be furnished by the; City Manager., Action on Bequest for In- creased Salaries-Fire Department . Mr. Baughman, of the wormitt.ee arrointed to confer with the City Manager anti Fire Chief in regard- to what action should be taken relative .to request for increases in salary, presented by certain members of the Fire Department , reported that it was the Committee' s recommendation, that the Salary Ordinance be amended to provide for 4 Captains at $175. 00 per month; 4 Lieutenants at. $160,00 n,er month; 7 Engineers at 6?160.00 per month; l Electrician. at 1160.00 ner month and 4 Chemical Drivers at $155.00 per month. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded. by Wilson, the Committee report was accented and the City* Attorney instructed to amend Salary Ordinance to conform with recommendation submitted.. Action on Request for Permission_ to Alter Approach to Garage - Kitchen & Amel1 , Upon a motion bq Pinfro , seconded. by Gilchrist, permission_ was given Kitchen. &. Amell to make the necessary alterations in front of their garage at 2201 Chester Avenue so that annroach may be: a.l.tered to conform with the Provisions of existing Ordinance relative to long approaches. 432 Larch 15th, 1920 ( Continued. ) Purchase of Two Automobiles . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Wilson, bids submitted. by J. L, Bruce of the Southern Garage, to furnish the City with two Buick automobiles was accented.; one K 45 Buick Touring car for the City Manager, and one K 44 Buick Roadster for the Chief of Police, at a gross ^rice of $1750.00 each, it being understood and agreed th t an allowance of $500 . 00 each will be made on the two 1916 Studebaker cars now being used by the above-named- offi- cials, making a net price ,for th etwo new cars, of $1250.00 each. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham ,Renfro,pdilson. Nays :Nore . Absent0illow. Declined to Vote: Hinman, Failure of Passage of Proposed Elimination of Gasoline Pumps from Sidewalks. It was moved by Gilchrist, seconded by Hougham, that Ordinance entitled `BAN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING 'PEE MAINTAINING, KhhPING AND USE OF PUMPS OR OTHER MECHANICAL DEVICES FOR THE DISPENSING OR VENDING OF GASOLINE, OIL, BENZINE, KEROSENE, DISTILLATE OR OTHER PRODUCTS OF PETROLEUM ON ANY SIDEWALK, MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDEMEAN07 AND PROVIDING .A PENALTY THEREFOR" , be adopted as read. Motion lost .by the following vote: Ayes :Gilchrist . . Nays: Ba,ughman,Hougham,Ren.fro ,Wilsor . AbsentAillow. Declined to Vote:Hinman. Proposed Ordinance Eliminating Gasoline Pumas from Sidewalks in Specified Area. It was moved by Houlbam, that the Cite Attorney be instructed. to prepare an ordinance to provide for the elimination of fuel rumps from sidewalks on Nineteenth. Street between F and Q Streets, and on Chester Avenue between Seventeenth. and Twenty-first Streets, to be effective one year from the date of passage. Mr. Houghain then_ withdrew his motion, KS-487 43 March 15th, 1920 ( Continued.. ) Amendment to Traffic Ordinance , Upon a motion by Hou.gham, seconded by Wilson, the City attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance prohibiting the parking of vehicles in front of hotel or rooming house entrances and sidewalk elevators , also to prohibit narking of vehicles for a longer time than thirty minutes on Nineteenth Street between H and K Streets and on Chester Avenue between Eighteenth and Twentieth. Streets, and to provide a penalty for non-compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman;,Hinman,Hougham,Ren fro ,Wi,?son, Nays:Gilch.rist. Abaent :Willow. Permit Granted Ex-soldiers to Peddle "r�uits and .. Vegetables . .. Upon a motion. by Renfro , seconded by 2cU.ohman, James P.Sweeny and Geo, A, Brower, disabled ex-ooldiers holding honorable dis - charges from the United States Government were granted free licenses to peddle fruits .and vegetables . Proposed Improvement D Street from 16th to 19th Streets. Upon a. motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the City Engineer was instructed to include in Street District being formed for im•- provement of Sixteenth Street, the improving of D Street .from, Six- teenth to Nineteenth Streets . Rooming House Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Houdiam, seconded by Wilsor , Ohns. L, Hey and Ada F. Widmer were granted nermi.ssion to conduct and maintain the Moronet Hotel. Adoption of Ordinance No. 41, New Series. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro ,, Ordinance No,. 41 New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE MENDING SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 3S OF ORDINANCE NO . 36 NEW SERIES ENTITLED, "AN ORDINAVCE REGULATTNG AND T' KSING MUNICTRAL LICENSES: PRESCRIBING HOW AtiD BY '.`I1OM LICENSES SHALL BE OBTAINED: 1A.KING THh VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDE RANOR AND PRESCRIBING A PENALTY THEREFOR, AND REPEALING 434 ka.rch 15th, 1920 ( Continued. ) ORDINANCES NOS . 327 , 332 and No. 2 NEW SERIES" was ad-opted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Renfro,wilson. Nays:Houghem. Absent:Willow. Adoption of Ordinance No . 42, New Series . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, Ordinance No, 42, New Series, entitled: "Art ORDINANCE REGUL!TTXG THE BUSINESS OF SELLING, SERVING OR OTHERWISE DISPOSING OF SOFT DRINKS, NON- ALCOHOLIC AND NON-INTOXICATING LIgUORS: RQUIRING A PERMIT THERE- FOR : MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MISCEf1EANOR AND PROVIDING A PENALTY THEREFOR" was adopted as read by the following ,rote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hougha,Ren.fro,Wilson. Nays:Hinman. Absent:Willow, Adoption of Resolution Accenting Grant of Easement for Sewer Purposes. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF AN EASEMENT IN AND TO REAL PROPERTY CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, FOR SEWER PURPOSES" in Blocks 38-39-40 and 41, in the Southern Addition, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman.Hougham ,Renfro,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent Dillow. L- Forming of Sewer District . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City En- gineer was instructed to prepare glans and specifications to cover sewer to be constructed in Blocks 38-39 •40 and 41 in the Southern Addition to the City of Bakersfield. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro ,claims as audited by the Finance Committee and nay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments were allowed nnd the Auditor instructed. to draw the necessary warrants to cover same. larch 15th, 1920. ( Continued. ) 435 Purchase of Property for Opening of Alley. Upon a motion by _Baughman, seconded by Renfro, the City En- gineer was instructed to interview property owners with a view toward the purchase of the south, ten feet of the north half of Block 316, the property when acquired, to be used for the opening of an Alley to the width of twenty feet through that Block. The Engineer was authorized to offer an amount based upon_ 1919 assessment values, and to report his findings to the Council , Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes : Baughmo ,^i.lchrist ,Hinnan,Renfro ,Wilson, Nays:,?one. Absent:Willow. Declined. to Vote:Hougham. . Adjournment . Unon a motion by Renfro , Seconded by Wilson, the meeting ad- journed. M? vor o the of Bakersfield,Califor»ia, ATTEST: Ci* Clerk and E,x-ofI o Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 43 Bakersfield, Cali.forniaJarch 22, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield,California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall , at eight o ' clock P.M. , March 22nd, 1920. Present : Baughman,Gilchri. et ,Hinman,Eougham,Renfro ,Willow, aWi.lson. Absent :None , Mj ut.es of the regular meeting of March 15tc.., 1920, read. and approved as read, Opening; Bids, Street and . Sewer District. No , 1 « This being; the time set to open sealed nroposa.l.s received to make improvements in Street; and Sevier District No , 1 , as out- lined L.M. Resolution. of Intention No . 371 , it was moved by Willow, seconded by BayZhman, that all bids submitted be opened. Adoption of Resolution Awardirr Contract. Street & Seder Dis- trict No . 1 , Bid placed by the Valley Construction Company being the lowest and only responsible bid submitted., upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , Resolution entitled : "A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO LCIFEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER" , was adopted as read by the fol2aw ing vote: Ayes: Baughman ,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wiison. Nays:None. Absent:None , Adoption of Resolution. Overrul Rrg Protests to Proposed improvement as outlined in Resolution of In- tention No. 375 . Unon a motion by Willow,, seconded. by Hougham, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTEST TO PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS ON THOSE PORTIONS OF SUMNER STRhST FROM THY EASTEPLY PROPERTY LINE OF KING STRF;E'T TO TFE NORTHERLY PROPERTY .LINE OF EAST TRUX- TUN AVENUE AND EAST T? Y UN AVENUE FROM THE SOUTHERLY P=tOPEIM71 LINE OF SUMMER STREhT TO THE 7 nSTERLY LIY1TS OF T h CITY OF BAKERS! FIELD . IN THE CITY OF BX ERSFIELD" , was adopted- as read by the folloNing vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gil ch ri ,s t jirman,Eou.gham,Renfro ,W i.I l ow,Wi l son.. Nays :None•. Absent: Nane, 4t8�8� �p March 22nd, 1020 ( Continued) , 43r/ Adoption of Resolution Ordering the Construction of Improve- ments , Resolution of Intention No . 375. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded, by Hougham, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION OF ASPHALTIC CON- CRETE PAVEMENT, ON THOSE PORTIONS OF 2LIMNER STREET FROM THE; EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF' KING `?TRv T TO THE NORTH%,;RLY PROPERTY LINE OF EASTTRUXTUN AVENUE .AND EAST TRUXTUN AVENUE FROM THE SOUTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF SUI NER ST7EKT TO THE EASTERLY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELY, was adopted as read. by the following, vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilc rist.,Hinmen ,Hougham,Renfr-c ,Willaw,Wilson . Nay s:Nome.. Absent. :None . Adoption of Resolution Ordering Construction of Improvements as o ,r. Resolution of Intention No, B?4. Upon a motior by Renfro, seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ORDERING THE; GRADING AND OILING AND CON- STRUCTION OF CEMENT CONCRETE CURBS AND GUTTERS ON THAT PORTION OF TWENTY-FOUTTH STRFhT BETOd&N THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF M STREET AND THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF V STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKER'SFIE;LD" , noes adnoted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gil chAs t,Hinmsn ,Hougham.Renfry ,0 I low'Nilson, Neys0or.e. Absent.-Noce , Refund of License Pam, Upon a motion by Willer , seconded. by Baughman, the City Auditor Tao instructed to issue a warrant for QQ595 .00, Payable to the Frank S . Reynolds Post of the A:.merican. Legion, to cover refund of license fee naid for holding of Carnival . nival . Proposed Acquisition of Property for Park Purposes , Upon a motion by i+i.11er , seconded by evilsor , the City Attorney @rRs instructed to Crenate the necessary oaners to acquire. from the Stark Estate, property in Blocks 214, 215, ?24 and. 225 , to be used when obtained for Dark_ purposes, at a price of 140,000.00 . 438 March. 22rd , 1920 ,4Continued, Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded. by Hough«m, claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allayed and. the Auditor in- structed- to draw the necessary warrants to cover same . ,--Idoetior of Ordinance No . 43, New Series . Upon a notion. by Renfro , seconded. by Hougham, Ordinance No , 43, New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SUB-DIVISIONS 6, 7 and 8 OF ORDINANCE NO . 37 NEW SERIES ENTITLED, "'+N OR.DTAiAMOF FIXING THE COMPENSATION Or CERTAIN OTYICE'RS AND EMPLOYERS OF THE CITY OF BAKEtSFIELD ,AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO . 5 Pt;+;' SERIES, FIXING THE COMPENSATION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AND. EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY On BAKERSFIELD , AND ALL ORDINANCES AMENDATORY THEREOF OR IN CONFLICT HEREWITH" , was adopted as read by the fal'_owirg vote: Ayes: brughmar $Gil chri.st,Hinman ,Fowham,Renfro ,5llov,ti',i`ilson. Nays:None. / lbsent :None. - Elimination of Portion of Proposed Ordinance No .44, Relating to Hotels and Rooming Houses , Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by i 1.3-son, the `council. eliminated that, portion of proposed. Ordinnnne NO . 44, New Series, relating to the parkirg of vehicles it front of hotel and room- ing house entrances , - Adoption of Ordinance No .44, New CP;ries Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Wilson Ordinance No . 44, New Sories , entitled: "IN ORDTNINTCE ??QH73ITIN5 THE PARK- ING OF VEHICLES 'IN FROYT OF SIDEWALK EL.VA70RS OR CHUTES IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIE'LD, MAKING THE VIOLATI-OI HERO ? MISDEMEANOR AND FIXING r;.. PENALTY THF7EFOR" , was a,dooted as read by the, follow- ing vote: - Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,`:13.":.mrin, oaghan,aenf rojiliod'✓ji isoY . Nays;None, Absent :None. At this time Mr. Willow took the chair a;: presiding . "officer. 439 March 22nd., 1920, ( Continued) . Contribution to Kern County* Farm Bureau. Ulnon a motion by Hinman, seconded by BE.'_lmh?Fan, the C fty Auditor was instructed to draw a nrarrant in the sum of 125000 in favor of the Kern County Farr. Bureau to be used to defray ex- penses in bringing evidence before the State Railroad Commission in opposition to request plaied before the Commission by the San Je°a °vin Light. & Power Corporation and the Mt. Whitney Power ?- Electric Company, for nernission to charge increased r:-tes , lesolu,`ior Adontiz;S Plan;; end Specifications, Street Dis- trict Nc . 54 . Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Renfro, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING ?L,1NS A1\1D S?E'CIFICATIONS FOR PRO- POSED STREET IM"ROti'QENT ON THAT PORTION OF UNION AVn. UE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRJ2, ;.11? A'rfi1Ur TO TEE NORTH -JRLY 011RB LINE OF SUMNER STREET IN `1Hr CIr.^Y OF BAKE SFIELD" , was adopted as read be the following note- Aye s z Baughman,Gil chri st,Hinnon.IHoagS,i.• ,Renfro ,Wil lOw,Wi!son. Nays:Nor_e. Absent :None. Adoption of Sesol.ation of intention No, 376 . U on a notion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, Resolution of Intention. No . 37e , entitled: "RESOLUTION OF IN?TENTION TO IMPROVE THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM 1HE NORTHE`iLY PROPERTY LINE OF TR.UXTUN AVENUE TO THE TORTHERLY CURB LINE 0` SUMNER STREET , TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO, 54 AND TO TSSUE BONDS IN PAYMENT THEREFOREt'was adopted as read. be the following note: .. Ayes: Bx,l?'?:.;'.'i?.1^9 Oil Chris t ,"inr.,?ar IiG',.T.g^::am,Renfro ,W7.1l(.11Y j3.7,60n, Nay s:None , Absent , None. Adoption of Resolution of Intention No . 377. unon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Willow , Resolution of Intention No, 377, entitled: "'ETOLUTION OF TT.NTENTION TO CHANGE THE OFFICIAL ,CURB GRADE SF G S`I'REnT AT A POINT 39 FEET NORTH OF THE NORTH LINE 0'r FIFTEENTH STREET" ors=as adopted an read by the, 40 March Xnd, 1920, (Continued ) . following vote, Na7s:None, Absent: None . Rooming House Permit Granted, Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Willow, Mrs, Pea_rle A. Sutcliffe was granted permission to conduct and maintain "The Kenneth" , at 1509-180 Street. Pawnbroker' s Permit Gnarled Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Renfro , irvine Cote was granted ^oermission to' condoot a pawnbroker' s establish- ment at 1403-19t1^ Street, nrovided his application is approved by the Chief of Poiic.e , Permission Granted. to Bred, Electric Signs . Upon a motion by hiligy, seconded by Renfro , the Automobile Club of :southern California, was Fronted permission to erect a sign; at 2204. Chester Avenue, and Max Simons one at 1629-19th Street, the work to be performed under the sunervision of the Building Inspector, /I Permit Given Richfield Oil Company to Lazy Pine Line .!long Oak Street, Upon a motion by v;rillau, seconded by Berghman, permission .was Fiven the Richfield Oil Company to lay approximately one-half mile of four inch pipe along Oak Street from Pain Street to a point opposite the Santa Fe Round House,, to be used to con"rey natural gas , provided there are no legal barriers , and also pro- vided -the Street be again placed in a Food condition after the pipe is laid. i Venereal Disease Control , Letters from Senator. Johnson and Representative Barbour .relative to continued aporooriation to the individual States from the Federal. Government for the. control of venereal diseases, were read to the Council , and upon a. motion by Willow, seconded. by Renfro , same were ordered placed or file. 441 March. 22nd, ?.920, (Continued) , Extension of Time Granted the FedevnT Construction Company for improvement of K Street. Jraon a motion by euillow, sP.^^,n.e.ed by GiJ-chri et , the Fe l.ex°aA gonstruction Company was granted a further 90 day extension of time to complete the improvement of A Street , as per their request, Approval of ''e-subdivision. California Avenue Park Tract. ^oon a. motion by Baughman , seconded by Willow, map submitted by the City Enginaer showing a re-subdivision of the southerly portion of an eights acre tract. and Blocks One any Two of the Union Addition, extendinE from Fourth to Eighth Streets and from m Street to Union Avenue , subdivided into Blocks Three and Four, each Block containing 20 Lots numbered 1 to 20, inclusive, was approved and accepted assubmitted by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinmen,Hnioh m,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson, Nays:None Absent :r?one . Invitation Extended by Trustees of the City of Venice, an invitation extended by the Trustees of the City of Venice , California , to visit the Venice Aviation Field, was read to the Council, and upon a *notion by vuillow, seconded by Hougham, the City Manager was .instructed to convey to the Trustees of the City of Venice, a vote of thanks . Communication from State Com- mission of Immigration and Housing,. A communication addressed. to Mayor jay A. Hinman, from the State Commission of Immigration and. Housing, advising that there will be a housing institute held :in the City of Los An- Zel_es on April 5th, 190 , to discuss the problems of the en- forcement of the present. State Housing Law, the needed changes , and amendments, etc . , was read t.o tie wouncil, and upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman , same was ordered placed on file. .Exoer.ses Allowed Mayor Ihile Attending Mayors Conventions„ Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded 17 willow, the Mayor 42 March 22nd. , 020 ; ( Continued) , was aothorized to present claims against the City to confer e7pen- see l.':1CLdrred while attending Mayors ' Conventions 'orevioi;dl to this time, and also to present claims for expenses incurred it each subsequent Mayors ' Convention. PdJournment. Upor a. motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, the meeting ad- journed, ?- 0 �?te y of Bakers ield ,Californi.a. ATTEST: City Clerk and Fx_-o ficjo Clerk- of the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California. Bakersfield, Ca] ifcrnia, March 25th, 1920. 443 Minutes of a snecial meetinF Of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, Colifornia , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall. at eight o ' clock. P .M. , lurch. 25th, 1920, Present, ?3aughnnn,Gi I chrSst,Hi?"msn ,Hou qn am, Renfro,Wi.] l ow,Wili on, Absent:iron e. A special meetinZ was regularly called for eight o 'clock P.M. , March 25th , 19207 for the purpose of discussing the advisa- bility of reconsidering Ordinance No. 36 New Aeries , adopted. February 24th, 1920. Uport a motion by Baughman, seconded by hougham , forty-five minutes were allowed for discussion. Ir. Katze , representing the Commercial Club, addressed .remarks in oynosition to the provisions Of the new Ordinance, as did. also Messrs , Drury, Haberfelde and Hymer, and Attorneys Klein and Conway. It, was moved be Renfro , seconded by Willow, that Ordira.nce No. 36, New Series be reconsVered.. Zot.ion lost by the following vote: Ayes:Hougham,Renfro,:°7illow. Nays: Baughman ,Gilcr.risG,Hinman ,Wilson. Absent:Nc_r,e , At this point, Mr. Gilchrist took the chair as presiding officer. It was moved by Baughman, seconded by Willow, that Ordinance No . 36 , New Series , be reconsidered. Motion carried by the following vote: (ayF.E : B"?.lzQ'hme.naGll!'i2.r1dL,?i.1.r]SF?&n ,HOls'.g'f:.aT51,.RP.n.frO,ail Ov ,Wi 40'-'!. Nays :None . Absent: None , Unon a motion by Willow, seconded by :Nilson, further action on. Ordinance NO . 36 , New aeries , Feu>as deferred until the last ree.?.ular, neeti.rg of the Council irY. May 1920. Motion c�rried by the, following vote: .yes : Baugnman,Gi.: ch. as . ,H: .ma.n,Hcu.gbam, _ en_ ro ,Wxll w,Avxlson, Nays:None. Absent:None. . 444 uiirch 25th, 192C Cortirued. ) Uno^; a Trot ion by Bauggl'rnpr, Becordsd by Willow, the meeting adjourned. yrC r. trr.e :,3.t,� Sf ielr,19 .. ATTEST: City Clem a.rd Ex of acio Clerk of the Council of t"e City of Bakersfield , Cr?iforna.?. �t8a�8? 44 Minutes of the regular meeting of '-'r /- �_ ud. �� ...�e vQ.R'.1.:'il of the City of a.✓E' 'E . : . ..p (,'al i.`.vr nl :: , held 1?ry `:re Council Chamber Of '...v1E', C' i'V P DLie ohce--;rr': of lrnyar T__mmar, Upon P motion by HQ' g:^,.em, seconded by '.3autTM,t'man, Mr . Wil,_ior took the chaff oresiding officer, �7J r•:i1.iowfWii!i OY7 . Minutes of the regular mePtO 7 Of Mereb 22t^d, and Crecini.. meeting nf W ah 25t,h, ,.,9sa,5 9.',1d a::p_roy,<,!d `:a ,, this t .me Ur. t;S'.']men arpea:,^P„d a.W. took he chair as presiding officer. `Mining Bids fo-^ Fire Dena rt�.r t .er_� Chass ig , U7or a motion by Willow , seconded by Houghem, all bids submitted covering ...":'.'O,iQ cals 1 •'3 furnish t__.8 v'a.t.:4* of Bakersfield with Fire Depsrtnent chassi.a „ were opened , Committee frnointed to _ Examine Bids . Tnon to motion b,, Will_." , seconded by Houghac:.t a. Committee of three 3.G oi_ntetl to l.; 'k ove bids submitted and renort their recommendations to the, Council at their y_n l rn T ,_y.r meeting , The Wayor anno rived Touncilmen d1] 5n+n Baughman pr,' Gl Ic,r ri. st . 'ronosed Ordinanee Prohibiting ,Vehicles n G,.- -P"^^l?1.ncr of TJeri._ (?c in ?''1^Q?;.t of hotel Entrances . Upon a r . �.o» YV Renfro, seconded by iOlZhaT , the City Attorney 7as instructed to O t?n(-ane an Ordinarce prohibiting the r;rai'k „,.g of vehicles within fifteen feet of eit' er s5de of the ce,".'.te^._ line of Motel en anoer_ 9 having .rift:, rooms or more. Permit, to Fred Tent, t ir±or a motion . y !''i.l.. ,s;, PenorSed by Renfro , Tr n. Minter was given 'Jer"=i;esicn to have a tent. on nrarerty C:e4in.Teen 26th and 27t-^t, Streets , on the East side of Ohe2ter Avenue „ to be 'used for a t .TM7.:r3.r' garage until ne''na 'ent building . has -be..en. CQI??'oleted . 46 "Pr oh ?Gi,n 1925 ( G,nntinued) . Permission Granted to ConstroV Sour Tr_,,,„k. 77nn .a motion. by Villow. secor.ddd by Renfro , the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe 7pilway Company, its soc ssors or assigns , Were granted permission to construct,. Wintair and n^e ,, to a scu.r track as peN Blue print filed in the offi.oe of t^e City Clerk, and more oa.rtioula.rly described an follows - Beginring at 3 noint in the center ?_inp , or about, of main track of The Atchison. Tonek, fir- Sart.R Fe Rollway ro;"tDany at the intersection of the east line of Union We. Wi..yh Chico Street, thence easterly and southerly on convenient ient curve in Chico Street, n distance, of IAO feet more or less to private property. Free License Granted Disabled �'- Ex-soldier , Unon a motion by Renfro , seconded by V'+i`llor, Harr, ,, L'.`7ested, a. disabled ex-sold.ter, was i-„nn nermisslor in pro- cure a free license to sel.l patented i'_'G'_^,.ing° boFr? cloW". holders . Transfer cf Funds . Upon a motion by ?FTillav , seconded ny Baughman, the City -Auditor way authorized to issue a waprant in favor of the Tresa^t_'rer° of Kern County amounting to 84613.29 , covering l A ? 1.915 S''^,L'',C ia.:t .Soj"!onl t3.x®s �..,.on : hand on ,Tar iAa r;;-T __.^t , 1.P`-19 + note! Permit Granted. Upo-n a motion by Hou ham, seconded by 3a'7ti'fmar, Mrs, J.F.Hnrtdigvn was granted re mission to maintain `7n& ^onCiuV, the Bil.ford Hotel, `_ W3 Chester venue . ' Autnmobile StaEe Stand Permit Granted.. r notion by Bat7i*1^m-i...'i. seconded by Wi.11.ax , E. iJi.,. Burner r, was granted nerT!i.ssion to stand `-.o.`,omobile stFgs at. 1919 , Chester Avenue , i Refoni of Taxes. Upon a motion by billow , seconder by BggZ'h.7'1."a_n, the. Auditor was instructed: to issue _, warrant in the sun of 1171 .13 in favor of Geo S, Kaar to c v r erroneous amo nt naid for red.emntioxr of taxes . R9187 44'7 March PQt4, 190C ( Continued) . -" Letter From J. D. Phelan, t Upon a notion by Houghamy seconded by Willow, letter received fray, •Jena r`r t,O'I are Pa.a Phelan t,2't7e to n'30Y'O-O Y'1a t1077 to in- dividual States from t.}-.e Fe:de •sal government of moneys to be, expended in 'the control of venereal dise9.SeE , wps ordered placed on file . Adoption of Resolution _1.C^e,1tinF Deed from. R.R. and. C.K.Dzn.can. 7non a motion by Rerfro , seconded by Will.o7, Resol + .,... _ r t.]LOTS entitled:"A PESOLUTION ACCEPTING THAT CERTAIN GRANT WHEREIP AND TIiiTTE,'"?EBI. E. B. DUNCAlV AND :,n . K. DUPdCRN, HIS Tr'IFEy, CONVEY CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO Tht, CITY OF B?KE7SFIELr" . was ^donted. Rs read Qr the folla7ing vote: a Nays:1TC_'.'.e. Absent: ETC ne, Declined to Vote:No4gham. Adontlo`1 Of Resol"'tion Accenting Deed from Mary E. Carlock. 7yon a motion by Baaghmar , Seconded. by Tilsony Resolution ent i "I ed: " `: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THAT CERTAIN GRANT WHEREIN ID WHEREBY MARY E. C!'YLOCK CONVEYS CERTAIN RRAL PROPERTY TO T=.TE CITS? OF SAVERSFIrLD" , was adnnted as rend by the following ,o e . 1 Ayes . Pq'ic' m,3n ,G 1christ,Hi YLT:vn ,7enfro g Willow RWl !son. - Nays:Nrne , Absent :TATone. Declined to Vote:7ougha.m. Adoption of Resolution ocne^.tiro. Deed from H. J. and P .C .=rand . Upon a motion DST Willow ,, seconded by Ho UZham, resolution entitled • "RFCCT_.UTION ACCEPTING GRANT C07TAINED IN DEED DATED MARCH 29, 1920, WHIRYIN F.J .B;-..ANDT AND PEARL, C . BRANDT, HIS WIFE, CONVEY CE?TAIN REAL PROPERTY O TFE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD FCR STRET',T PURPOSES" , 7as ad.Onted as read by the following vote: l,Fi�e . B€.+.id�.rm'?.T',.y Gi lChri. styHinm'� 2yIT,JU.�C3.2T}:,RP..tlfm yVVill O'r.' y"�'l3l Na;f s:None , Atsert. :Nore. 48 March 29t.r , 1920, ( Continued. ) Adoption of Ordironce ran , 45, New Series. Uron a motion bTd Baik'hman, seconded ly hillawv, Ordinance No . 45, 1\8.a Series, eY!i.l'.l.Etl.; ",4N C'2'li\hNUE .^_,,,14BiIStiTNG m•>E OF- FICIAL GRADE OF C , 'TA Td PO'TIONF OF FR;_MONT STREET , OWENS STRhXT, GAGE STREET , AND :OBINFOT STRE& IN CITY OF BA?CF,RSFIELD" was adopted as roa.d b7 the followir g voto: f:ae,s: BauEhma.n ,Gl ^h.rifit.,Hinman ,. o.k,J''hom,Reofr0 ,Willow,Wilson> Nags : None . Absent :None , Re-consideration of Crd1n.?rr,e No. 42. New "e rz'e s . It wps moved. by Wi lr.. o7v, sec,ond.ei by Baughman, that Ordinance No . n2, New np '_es , ad .ni ej on the }_;;t 3. day o? Marah, 1920, be re-constdere:d. Notion carried by the following voi':e- Faye BauS}171gn,C'-ilcbrist,H"in1?i ,HonEhnn,7P.nfrCyWi lo'J';.Wilson. Nays:None. Absent aio?.^e . A'do,tion of Revived Ordinance � No . 42, New Series . Un'on a. motion by Willow, seconded b5% Baughman , Or- :finance No . 421 New Series , entitled: ".AN OUT7ANCE REGULATING THE Bi_;S>INEST OF SELLING, SERVING OR O HI USE DTSPOSING OF SOFT DRINKS, NON-ALCOHOLIC AND NCP TNTOXICATTNG LIQOORS ?E- OJL iNC 1 YETMITT R_ . ..... MAKING THE VTOLAsIO.= ,iPTr'OF A MZS- , DIAVANOP AND PROVIDING ^. ENALTY TFRIEFOR" , negs vlonted as read by the following vote: Ay es: Bau.j hman,G'.i cheist,Houghen ,Renf-c ,Willaw ,T'iil.-on, 4ays:None , Absert:Yore , Declined to Vote..:Fi.nmon . A1107anoe of Claims and Par Rolls , ?Jt^,on sa, motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham., claims - p. 4 71- i by e Finance Committee, Tali rt!a'iy rolls s ,tL.author- ized.ad:.. �e,. .� the ___�,�,,., a _ ..,,, ,^.� ai., ,.ic._ ized by the bonds of Dejart^ents ;ere„e al.'_oTe,d, and the Auditor instructed to -crew -ar,nants on t.hs Tre`3sarer to rover same. r March 29 th, 1920 ( Continued. ) Public Comfort. St;,,+,ivne Uoon a motiDn by R,^..:1g m,.^:.r, seconded by Renfro, the Mayor was requested to annoint, a Committee of three Councilmen, 9O,) together with the K[y 1'y`n erp would ascertain if s. suitable,a. alc e lo- cation cation can be four O for a Public comfort station, nreferaably near, Nineteenth Street anj Chester Avenue. also to '_ aok into the matter of the n12Y"i'.'l..`a..se V toilets and benches for JaStro Park,, and report their findings to the Counoil . The Mayor anointed Councilmen '.augham, ilson. and Renfro , i incoea.se of Salary, Attorney ° s Ster,ogns—ohe r. Upon ni motion by "udl 1.lOwllTs Seal nfie(;.. 4+y Wilson, tie Storo5rapher in the. A ttorne ti a `i office was ei ven oP.rmi.asion to place a. claim each month against the City* for One Hund.^ed. Dollars , fo.n services . Qnening of North Union Anonue , Upor s motion by liouITh-PT , seconded by Renfro , the. City . Attorney was instructed to tcl/.e the necessary steps to the end that north Union Averue be onened. Ad i;ur;_rrent. i,•pon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. Tq zor ttne Z i,ty of Bakersfield,Ca.li.forn.ia. ATTE2T: 00 Gl_erk end r,x-o _ i.eio 'erk of tre CoUcil of the City of Bakersfield - 450 Bakersfield, Cdifornia, April 5, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Bill, at eight o'clock P.M, , April 5th, 1920 , Present:Baughman.Gil christ,Hinman ,Hougham,Renf ro,Willow,Wilson. Absent:None. Minutes of the regular meeting of March 29th, 1920 , read and approved as read. Opening Bids for Improvement of Parkway, Resolution of Inten- tion No. 372. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by, Willow, all bids submitted to improve Parkway, as covered by Resolution of In- tention No, 372, were opened. Bid Rejected and Clerk Instructed to Readvertise. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, bid sub- mitted by F. W. Nighbert covering proposed improvement of Parkway as covered by Resolution of Intention No. 372, was rejected and the City Clerk instructed to readvertise for further bids to cover the work . Motion carried by the fol- lowing vote: Aye s: Baughman ,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wil son. Kays:None . Absent:None. J` Opening Bids for Improvement of N Street, Resolution of Inten- tion No. 373. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the City Clerk was instructed to open all bids submitted covering pro - posed improvement of N Street as specified in Resolution of Intention No : 373. Adoption of Resolution of Award, Resolution of Intention No.373. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Willow, Resolution awarding contract for improvement of N Street as covered by Resolution of Intention No. 373, to F. W. Nighbert, he being the lowest responsible bidder, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:Hinman,Hougham. Absent-None . April 5th, 1920. (Continued. ) 45 1 Inspection of Old Building. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the Building Inspector was instructed to inspect an old building situated fit Owens and Grove Streets with a view toward condemning and having same removed, and report his findings and recommendations to the Council. Purchase of Fire Apparatus. Mr. Flillowr, of the Committee appointed to investigate bids submitted to cover proposals to furnish the City with Fire apparatus as recently advertised for, reported that it was the: majority report of the Committee that the bids submitted by the American La France Fire Company, of Los Angeles, be accepted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, bid sub.. mitted by the Seagrave Company of Columbus, Ohio , proposing to furnish the City with one Seagrave Engine propelled 120 Horse Power, 6 Cylinder hose car, motor 26, at a cost of $8150.00, F.O.B. , Bakersfield, was accepted by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilehrist,Iiinman,Hougham. Nays:Renfro.Willow.Wilson. Absent:None. Adoption of Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications , for f Proposed Improvement of Oregon Street. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENT ON OREGON STREET FROM THE EASTER12C LINE OF BAKER STREET TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF MILLER STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham.Renf ro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None . Absent:None. Adoption .of .Resolution of Intention No. 378. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, Resolution of Intention No. 378, entitled:"RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IMPROVE THAT PORTION OF OREGON STREET FROM THE EASTERLY LINE OF BAKER 452 April 5th, 1920. (Continued. ) STREET TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF MILLER STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, `COUNTY OF KERN, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO . 58^, Was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughiman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow,Wilson, Nays:None. Absent:None. Acquisition of Land for Park Purposes Laid over for One Week. It was moved by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, that the proposed acquisition of land from the Stark Estate, to be used for park purposes, be laid on the table for one week and a Committee of four be appointed to investigate other proper- ties before taking definite action. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Wilson. Nays:Renfro,Willow. Absent :None. Committee: Baughman,Gilchri,st,H.ougham,Willow. Rooming House Permits Granted.. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the fol- lowing rooming house permits were granted: Nirs . J. A. Thompson, Occidental Hotel,1201-19th Street. Clara A. Parra, Hotel Euclid, 1924 I Street. Martha Grossun,Commercial Hotel, 19th & M Streets. M. Cesmat, Hotel Cesmat,622 Humboldt Street. Mrs. Elizabeth Brown, Hotel Colonial,1213-19th Street. Vehicle Stand Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, the fol- lowing vehicle stand permits were granted: George Delporto ,40 ft. N. of N.W. Cor.19 & M Sts. W. A. Hall, 1819 Chester Avenue . T. C. Marlin, 1818 Chester Avenue. Paul Appodaca; 1905 L Street. E. N. Blacker, 1827 Chester Avenue. J. E. Wiens, Cor. I and 1600-19th Street. Robt. R. Cumby, 1606 K Street. James D. Bronson, 40 ft. E. of SE Cor. 21st &Chester Ave. Dance Permit Granted, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Louis Allen was given permission to conduct dances on Wednesdays April 5th, 1920 (Continued. ) 45 and Saturdays of each week, at the St. Francis Cafe, 1818 Chester Avenue . Refund of License Fees. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, the City Auditor was instructed to issue warrants in favor of the following parties to cover license fees erroneously collected: W. H. Sides , Brusnwick' Soda Stand, $5.00. Werz & Thierer, Power Farming Machinery, $5.00 W. H. Bean, Barber Shop, $5.00 W. M. Burner, Auto Stage, b20.00 Reports of Moneys Collected. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, reports submitted by the Heads of Departments showing moneys collected during the month of March, 1920, were accepted and ordered placed on file. Treasurer's Financial Report. Upon a motion by Willow . seconded by Renfro , Treasurer's Financial Report for the month of March, 1920, was accepted and ordered placed on file. Claims Allowed. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Chief of Police Authorized to Present Claim for Ex- penses. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, the Chief of Police was authorized to present claim for expenses incurred in attending identification meeting at San Diego, California., Colored M. E. Church Given <_ Permission to Sell Tags . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the Colored M. E. Church was given permission to have a tag day on which to sell tags, the proceeds of which will be used toward lifting a mortgage from their church. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Willow, the meeting adjourned.. . }�✓ or of, the ityV of Bakersfield,Ca—iroa^n_T_a, ATTEST:�� City Cle* and Ex-officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California. 4 Bakersfield, California, April 12 ,1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the `ouncil of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the 8ouncil Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P. M. , April 12th, 1920. Present:Baughman .Gi lchris t,H inman,H ougham,Renfro ,Wi1low. Absent :Wilson. Minutes of the regular meeting of April 5th, 1920, read and anoroved as read, Opening Bids Submitted for Improvements Covered By Resolution of Intention: No , 374, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , all bids submitted to cover proposed improvement of Twenty-fourth Street , as outlined in Resolution of Intention No . 374, were opened. Adoption of Resolution Awarding Contract, Resolution of Inten- tion No. 374. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, Resolution awarding contract to F. W. Nighbert for the improvement of Twenty-fourth Street, as covered by Resolution of Intention_ No . 374, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Renfro ,Willow. Nays :Hinman,Hougham. Absent:Wilson. Opening Bids Submitted for Improvements Covered by Resolution of Intention No. 375. It was moved by Willow, seconded by Renfro , that all bids submitted to cover proposed improvement of Sumner Street, as outlined in Resolution of Intention Nom 375, be publicly opened, ex- amined and declared. Motion carried. Mr. Wilson at this time made his appearance. Adoption of Resolution Awarding Contract, Improvement of Sumner Street, Resolution of Intention No , 375> Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, resolution awarding contract to the Federal Construction_ Company for the improvement of Sumner Street as outlined in Resolution of In- tention No. 375, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Gilch.rist,Hinman,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:Baughman,Hougham. Absent:None . K8387 April 12th, 1920 (Continued) . 4-5 5 Adoption of Resolution Ordering the Improvement of Union Avenue as Outlined in Resolution of Intention No . 376. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, resolution entitled:"RESOLUTI"ON' ORDERING TEE GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF AN ASPHALTIC CONCRETE PAVEMENT ON THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE' OF"TRUXTUN AVENUE TO THE NORTHERLY CURB LINE OF SUMNER STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELIf . was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None , Absent:None. Permission Granted to Construct Spur Track. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company, its successors or assigns, were giver, permission to construct, operate and maintain a sour track as s hown on Blue Print filed In the off ice off' the City Clerk , and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point in the center line of the maim track of The Atchison,Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company 205 ft. more or less west of S Street; thence easterly and southerly on a convenient curve across S Street 290 ft, more or less to private property, Park Matter Again Laid Over. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the Committee apnointed to investigate proposed acquisition of property for park purposes, were granted another week for investigation. Petition to Improve L Street from 8th Street to Truxtun Avenue, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover proposed improvement of L Street from 8th Street to Truxtun Avenue. . _ Rooming House Permit Granted. Upon a motion, by Willow , seconded by Baughman, John Enigl was given permission to maintain and conduct a rooming house at 2118 M Street, 45 RT April 12, 1920 (Continued. ) Vehicle Stand Permit Granted, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, C. C. Duckett was given permission to stand transfer truck 40 feet south of the Southeast corner of 19th and K Streets. Permission Given to Conduct Pool Room. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, G.Maaziorini was given permission to conduct pool room at 601 Sumner Street. Kennel Permit Denied. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, application placed by B. r'. Littlejohn to conduct a dog kennel at 1205 Monterey Street, was denied by the following vote: Ayes:Hinman,Hougham,Willow,Wilson. Nays:Baughman,Gilchrist,Renfro . Absent:None . i Refund of `axes. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, applica- tion placed by Michael Normanly for refund of taxes paid for the years 1918 and 1919, erroneously assessed on balance in Savings account, was ordered refunded and Auditor instructed to draw a warrant for $19.46 to cover. Request to Revoke Vehicle Stand Permit. A petition placed by the Bakersfield Grocery Company re- questing that the Council revoke vehicle stand permit issued to party occupying the Southeast corner of L and l9th Streets, was read to the Council and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the matter was referred to the City Manager for in- vestigation. 6 Petition to Narrow Eureka Street from Baker to Kern Streets. An application requesting that the Council take the nec- essary steps to have Eureka Street narrowed to 60 feet, be- tween Baker and Kern Streets , was read to the Council and it was moved by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, that a Committee of three be appointed to investigate the matter. Mr. Renfro then withdrew his motion with the concent of Mr. Hougham. April 12th, 1920. (Continued. ) " 5 7 'Instructions Issued to Prepare Resolution of Intention to Narrow Eureka Street to 60 Feet. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, the City At- torney was instructed to prepare Resolution of Intention to narrow Eureka Street between Baker and Kern Streets to a width of 60 feet. Allowance of Claims . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. City Attorney Instructed to Prepare an Ordinance. Upon a motion by xougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance making it com- pulsory that wagons and vehicles used to carry sand, etc. , be thoroughly cleaned after unloading to eliminate the contents from being dropped upon the streets , and providing a penalty for violation. Adjournment . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman , the meeting adjourned. M r the City of Bake rsfield,California. ATTEST: ell City Clerk and Ex-ofricio Clerk-of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 458 Bakersfield,California, April 19, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of tte Council of the City of Bakersfield, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P.M. , April 19th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfm Willow. Absent:Wilson. Minutes of the regular meeting of April lyth, 1920, read and apo roved as read. Action of the Council of April 12th denying Kennel Licence Reconsidered. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, action of the Council in denying to B. F. Littlejohn permission to have a dog kennel at 1205 Monterey Street, was reconsidered. Kennel Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, B. F. Littlejohn was given permission to maintain a dog kennel at 1205 +&onterey Street . Purchase of Park . Mr. Hougham, of the Committee appointed to investigate t?:e park matter stated that it was. the recommendation of the Committee that certain properties adjoining the Stark Estate property should be acquired. It was moved by Willow, seconded by Renfro , that Reso- lution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXE- CUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD WITH VIRGINIA S. BRUNDAGE, FRANCES S. PACKARD, LIDA S. REED, ELLA STONER AND MAY STARK FOX, FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN LAND FOR PARK PURPOSES", be adopted as read. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman Gilchrist Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow. Nays :None. Absent:Wilson. Committee Appointed to In- vestigate properties for Park Purposes Adjoining Stark Estate Property. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, a Committee of four was appointed to investiagte as to whether properties adjoining the Stark Estate property, to be used for park US-487 April 19th, 1920 (Continued) . 4:59 purposes , could be acquired, and report their findings and rec- ommendations to the Council . The Mayor appointed Councilmen Hougham,Willow,Gilchrist and Renf ro . Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, claims as audited by the Finance Committee; and 'pay rolls as authorized by the Heads of Departments were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, rooming house permits were granted the following: Robt. E. Callagy, The Boston House, 1424-19th Street. S, H. McNeil , The Ardmore Rooms, 1921 I Street. Dance Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow , The Bakersfield Dancing Academy was given permission to have dances in the W.O.W,Hall on Tuesdays and Fridays of each week. Permission Granted to Maintain Parcel Deliv- ery. Upon a motion by i�ill.ow, seconded by Renfro , application placed by Albert Cheney to establish and maintain messenger parcel delivery to be known as the Reliable Messenger Service same to be located at 1825 Chester Avenue , was granted, Adoption of Ordinance No. 46 New Series. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Ordi- nance No, 46 New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE MOVING, CARRYING, HAULING O'R TRANSPORTING OF SAWDUST, DIRT,SAND, GRAVEL, ROCK OR OTHER LOOSE SUBSTANCES ON, ALONG OR OVER: THE STREETS OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, MAKING A. VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDEMEANOR AND PROVIDING A PENALTY THEREFOR" . was adopted as read. by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Rerifro,Willow. Nays:Nore . Absent-.Wilson. 460 April 19th, 1920 (Continued. ) Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications Street District No. 59. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Willow, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PRO- POSED STREET IMPROVEM ENT ON THAT PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF SEVENTEENTH STREET FROM THE WESTERLY LINE OF I STREET TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF F STREET, IN A DISTRICT TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO . 59 IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD", was adopted as read.by the following vote : Ayes:Baughman,Gi l.chr i st ,Hinman,Hough am,Renf ro,Willow. Nays:None. Absent:Wilson. Adoption. of Resolution of Intention No . 379. Upon a. motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, Resolution of Intention No. 379, entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IM- PROVE THAT PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF SEVENTEENTH STREET FROM THE WESTERLY LINE OF I STREET TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF F STREET. TO BE KNOWN AS STREisT DISTRICT NO . 59 IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow, Nays:None . Absent:Wilson. Adoption of Resolution Repealing Previous Proceedings, Street District No . 54 , Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION REPEALING, ANNULLING, VACATING AND SET- TING ASIDE ALL PROCEEDINGS HAD AND TAKEN BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAKE-�SFIELD, SUBSEQUENT TO THE RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT ON UNION AVENUE IN STREET DISTRICT NO . 54% was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman.Gilchrist.Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow, Nays :None. Absent:Wilson. �8�8 fi g* April 19th, 1920 (Continued) . 461 1 Adoption of .Resolution_ of Intention No. 380. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham.Resolution. of Intention No . 38C entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IMPROVE THAT PORTION OF- UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE T'O THE NORTHERLY CUES LINE OF SUMNER STREET„ TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO. 54 AND TO ISSUE BONDS IN PAYMENT THEREFOR" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow. Nays: None. Absent:Wilson. Adoption of resolution of Intention No. 381. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , Resolution of Intention No. 381 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO DIMIN- ISH THE WIDTH OF EUREKA STREET FROM THE WESTERLY LINE OF BAKER STREET TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF aFV STRr_ET IN THE CITY OF RAKERS- FIELD", was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hougham,Renfro,Willow. Nays: Hiriman. Absent:Wilson; Communication from International Association of Machinists . A communication written by the Secretary of the San Joaquin Lodge of International Association of Machinists, recommending that a first class machinist be employed in the Tire Department to handle the repair work, was read to the Council and 3t was moved by Houghem, seconded by Bv=givwmp that same be laid on the table. Motion lost by the following vote: Ayes :Hiriman,Hougham,Willow. Nays:Baughman,Gilchrist,Renf ro. Absent:Wilson. Above Matter Referred to City Manager, Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, communication from the International Association of Machinists above mentioned, was referred to the City Manager for handling. 462 Apri1 19th, 1920. ( Continued) Permission Given to String . Guy Wire, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , C. D. Brown was given permission to string a wire cable adross. Truxtun Ave- rue at R Street for the purpose of transporting sand, the work to be done under the supervision of the Street Superintendent, Communication from California Willite Road Construction Company. Upon a. motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, proposed agreement submitted by the California Willite Road Construction Company proposing to furnish road materials, was referred to the City Manager and the City Engineer for investigation and recommendation. Assistant Chief of Police Taylor Authorized to Attent Traffic Officers ' Convention. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist , Assist- ant Chief of Police, P. C . Taylor, was instructed to attend the semi-annual convention of the California Traffic Officers ' Association, to be held in Sacramento on May 20th and 21st, of this year, and to present claim to the City for expenses incurred by him. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Wi' 3low. Nays:Renfro , Absent :Wilson, City Attorney instructed to Attend Railroad Com- mission Hearing, a Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Attorney was instructed to attend hearing to be had by the State Railroad Commission at San Francisco on April 21, 1920, to pro- test the interests of the City in the matter of the application of the Bakersfield Water forks for authority to purchase prop- erties of t11- Bakersfield Water Company and for authority to issue six hundred shares of capital stock and bonds of the par value of $90,000 , Clerk Instructed to Re- 2- advertise for Bio.s Sewer District No , 40. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City QQ April 19th, 1920 , (Continued) , 463 Clerk was instructed to re-advertise for bids on work in Sewer District No . 40, as specified in Resolution of Intention No. 368. 11 Suburban Sewer Districts . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by willow, the City Clerk was instructed to request the Kern County Board of Super- visors to include in the tax levy for the year 1920-21, a .rate sufficient to enable the City to receive $148.82 for the main® Suburban tenance and upkeep of/Sewer No. 1, and $144,94, for Suburban Sewer District No, 2 . Sale of Vity Boiler. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City Manager was authorized to sell a small boiler at the present time located in the City Hall Boiler douse , Adjournment. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. May of the City of Bakersfield.callf6rnla l ATTEST: �� City Clerk and Ex-o, icio Clerk oP the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California. 0 A64 Bakersfield , California, April 26, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P.M. April 26th, 1920. Present: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Absent:None . Minutes of the regular meeting of April i9th, 1920, read and approved as read. Protest Alloyed against Impr: vement of Street District No, 58,Resolution of Intention No, 375. . A written protest signed by, owners holding approximately sixty-six and two-thirds per cent of the frontage on Oregon Street, proposed to be improved as outlined in Resolution of In- tention No. 378, protesting against the improvement of said Street, was read to the Council and it was moved by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, that the protest be allowed and proposed improvement of this Street be. abandoned. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Wil].ow,Wilson, Nays:Renfro, Absent:None , Amendment to Ordinance No. 340. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an amendment to Ordinance No. 340, covering regulations of pawn broking and other es- tablishments of same nature. Permit Granted to Move Platform Scales . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, the Bakers- field Junk Company was given permission to move their twenty ton platform scales from their present location on the corner of Twenty-third and M Streets, to the corner of Twenty-third and L Streets, the work to be done under the supervision of the City Engineer and Building Inspector. Permit Granted to Maintain. Messenger Parcel Delivery, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, F. Daugherty and W. H. Wyatt were granted permission to establish and maintain a messenger parcel delivery to be known as the Bakersfield Parcel Delivery, same to be located at 2023 Chester Avenue. 465 Bakersfield,California,April 26,1920 (Continued) Vehicle Stand Permit Granted. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Hougham, C. D. Dixon was granted permission to stand automobile rent car at 2026 Chester Avenue, Permission Granted to Lay Narrow Sidewalk. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by willow, application presented, signed by owners of property owning approximately seventy-eight per cent of the frontage on T, U and V Streets, south of Truxtun Avenue and north of the Santa Fe Tracks , asking that they be allowed to install three foot sidewalks , was granted and tle City Engineer ordered to prepare the necessary proceedings to allow said work to be done. willite Paving to be Used for Union Avenue . A petition signed by owners owning the majority of the frontage on Union Avenue , included in Street District No. 54, petitioning the Council to specify that Willits be used in the construction of improvements on said Street, was read to the Council and upon a motion by willow, seconded by Renfro, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare Resolution repealing previous proceedings covering improvements of Street District No . 54, and the Engineer was ordered to prepare new plans and specifications s-m cifging that willite be used, Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Renfro, Claims as audited b� the Finance Committee, and pW rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Prize for Best Rose at Rose Show. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by willow, the Council voted to offer a prize of �110,00 for the best Cochet Rose exhibited at the Rose Show held under the auspices of the Bakersfield womans Club, on. April 27th, and the Auditor was instructed to draw a warrant to cover same. 46 April loth, 1920, (Continued, ) New Fire Hydrant to be Installed, Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Wilson, the City Manager was instructed to have a valve placed on the water main at some desirable locality, and outlet of same to be reduced to same size as engine suction pipe City to make all Sewer Connections , Upon a motion by Houghem, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance prohibiting pri- vate parties from making connections to the City Sewer System, the City Engineer to have charge of all connections to be made in the future. All. Traffic to be Allowed on. Truxtun Avenue, Upon a motion by Baughman_, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare the necessary proceedings to open Truxtun Avenue to all traffic . Permission Given to Erect Temporary Sign. Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Willow , the Order of Suloose was given permission to erect a temoorar7 sign on the old Labor Temple at the corner of L and Nineteenth Streets . Adjournment. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned Mayor � ��hE CaL� ok° ��tke:�sfE�,V�al-if� ornia, ATTFS'T: City Clerk and Ex-of fico Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. Bakersfield,California ,May 3rd, 1920. 4 167 Minutes of the regular meeting of the "ouncil of the City of Bakers- field, California, held in the Council'. Chamber of the City Hall„ at eight o 'clock P.M. , May 3rd, 1920 , Present:Baughman,Gilchrist, Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Absent :Hinman. Owing to the absence of Mayor Hinman, upon a motion by Renfro seconded by Hougham, councilman Willow took the chair as presiding officer. Minutes of the regular meeting of April 26th, 1920, read and approved as read, Water Pressure , Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the City Manager was instructed to take up with the Electric Water Company, the lack of sufficient water pressure in northwest section of the City. Pool Room Permit Granted, Upon a. motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Pasquin.i & Melone were granted permission to conduct a pool room at 1200119th Street, Soft Drink Permits Granted. Upon a ;motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the following soft drink permits were granted. Tegeler Candy Co . , 1524 Fineteenth Street, it I it eo 2000 Chester Avenue . B. B. Barrett, 1240-19th Street , M, D, Gray, 1919 K Street. J. P . Johnson, 705 Sumner Street, Walsh & Middleton, 813 Baker Street . W. A. Bextel, 709 Sumner Street . 71�tn?�z, iaofl -.q, fit_ U Substi tut ion of Surety Bond for Certified Check, Seagrave Company. Upon a motion by Baughman, secondedby Renfro, the City Clerk was instructed to substitute Surety Bond in the amount of Q00.06 submitted by the Seagrave Company, for certified check at the present time retained to insure performance of contract, and to retun2 cer- tified check to the Seagrave Company. Reports of Monies Collected, Upon a. motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman., reports of monies collected during the month of April, 1920 , by the several Departments were accepted and ordered placed on file. 46 May 3rd, 1920 (Continued) . Treasurer's Financial Report. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , Treasurer 's financial report for the month of April , 1920, was accepted and ordered placed on file. Adoption of Resolution Abandoning Proceedings for Improvement of Union Avenue , Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ABANDONING ALL PROCEEDINGS FOR THE IMPROVE- MENT ON THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE TO THE NORTHERLY CURB LINE OF SUMNER STREET KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO . 54, REPEALING A RESOLUTION ENTITLED "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS F0l PRO- POSED STREET. IMPROVEMENT ON THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LIKE OF TRUXTUN AVEN l TO TEE NORTHERLY CURB LINE OF SUMNER STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIE LD" , AND RE- PEALING RESOLUTION OF' INTENTION NO. 360 ENTITLED, "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IMPROVE THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE TO THE NORTHERLY CURB LINE OF SUMNER STREET, TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO. 54 AND TO ISSUE BONDS IN PAYMENT THEREFORE," was adapted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughmea Gil:hrist ,Hougham, Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Hinman. Adoption of Resolution Adopting, Plans and Specifications for Improvement of Fremont Street . Unon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Wilson, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING FLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENT ON F'REMONT. STREET FROM THE EASTERLY LINE OF SONORA STREET TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF MILLER STRohT IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" , was adopted as read by the following; vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None . Absent :Hinman. R8487 469 May 3rd, 1920 (Continued) . Adoption of Resolution of Intention No . 382. Upon motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Resolution of Intention No. 382 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IM- PROVE THAT PORTION OF FREMONT STREET FROM THE EASTERLY LINE OF S'ONORA STREET TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF MILLER STREET, IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, COUNTY OF KER N, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO , 52" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None . Absent :Hinman . Adoption of Ordinance No . 47 New Series , Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Ordinance No. 47 New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SEC`1'I:ON 2 OF ORDINANCE NO . 381 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE DECLARING TRUY7UN AVENUE FROM THE WESTERLY LINE OF "A" STREET TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF "H" STREET, AND FROM THE EASTERLY LINE: OF "L" STREET TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF "P" STREET, A PUBLIC BOULEVARD AND RE- GULATING THE USE OF AND TRAFFIC THEREON; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO . 254, AND PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF" , was adopted as read by the following vote : Ayes :Baughman Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays :None . Absent :Hinman. Adoption of Ordinance No. 48 New Series . Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Renfro , Ordinance No . 48 New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE BUSINESS OF PAWN BROKERS, SECONDHAND DEALERS, JUNK DEALERS AND JUNK COLLECTORS: MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDEMEANOR AND PROVIDING A PENALTY THEREFOR AND RE?EA.LING ORDINANCES NOS. 340, 351, 367 and 372" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent•Hinman. 470 May 3rd, 1920 (Continued) . Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls , Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Hougham,claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Denartments were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same , Sumner Street Proceedings Declared Void, Petitions filed by seven property owners owning prop- erty included in Street District No. 56, as covered by Resolu- tion of Intention No . 375, protesting against further proceed- ings to improve Sumner Street and East Truxtun Avenue, due to the fact that proceedings relating to said 'improvement were irregular, and it having been found that such was the case, upon a motion by. Baughman, seconded by Renfro, the Council declared the rrroceedings void, due to incorrect grade being shown on plans covering the work. Motion carried by the fol- lowing vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Hinman . Change of Grade on Sumner and Haley Streets , Unon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance changing the grade on Sumner and Haley Streets, the information for same to be furnished by the City Engineer, New Plans and Snecifications for Improvement of Sumner and East Truxtun Avenue.. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the improvement of Sumner Street and East Truxtun Avenue , Establishment of Comfort Stations, Councilman Hougham, of the Committee anpointed to in- vestigate the advisability of establishing comfort stations in the City, reported that the Corrsnittee , after investigation, wished to recommend that two comfort stations be established, one for men, in the Alley between 18th and. 19th Streets, near May 3rd, 1920 (Continued) . ( ry 1 the west side of Chester Avenue , and the other for women in the Alley between 19th and 20th Streets near the east side of Chester Avenue, both to be under ground stations and to be provided with ten toilets each, also that toilets be placed in Jastro Park . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, the report was accepted and the City Engineer instructed to prepare clans and specifications to cover same . Acquisition of Additional Land for Park Purposes. Councilman Hougham , of the Committee appointed to investi- gate the advisability of acquiring holdings adjoining the present Park site on Nineteenth Street, reported that it was the recommenda- tion of the Committee that offers be made to owners of the prop- erties sought to be acquired, based on the 1920 assessed valuation of the properties and that if offers be not accepted that the City institute condemnation proceedings to acquire same. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the Committee report was accepted and the City Clerk instructed to make the offers to the owners of the several properties. Adjournment . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , the meeting adjourned. Mayo of the City of Bakersfield,Califjrriia. ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-offitio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 472 Bakersfield, California, May 10, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California, held in the lourcil Chamber of the City Hall at eight o'clock P .M. , May loth,1920, Willow Acts as Presiding Officer. Upon a, motion. by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, Councilman Willow took the chair as presiding officer. Present : Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hougham,Willow ,Wilson, Absent:Hinman ,Renfro , Minutes of the -regular meeting of May 3rd., read and ap- proved as read. Proposed Improvement of Parkway Laid on Table . This being the time set to open sealed bids to cover nro - nosed improvement of Parkway as outlined in Resolution of Intention No . 372, and no bids having been submitted., upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by b7 Baughman, the matter was laid on the table. protest Allowed Against Imnrove�- ment of Street Distract No ,59 , Resolution of Intention No.379. This being the time set to hear protests against proposed improvement of the Alley south of Seventeenth Street, as covered by Resolution of Intention No . 379, and the protests having been received, signed by owners owning apnroximately eighty per ' cent of the frontage, upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman, the protest was allowed and further nroceedngs order- ed discontinued. Adoption of Plans and Specifications. Union .Avenue Improvement. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hots ham; Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING .PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PRO- POSED STREET IMPROVEMENT ON THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FAjM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE TO THE NORTHERLY CURB LINE Or SUMNER STREET IN THE CITY OF B:AKERSFIELDB4 , was adopted as -read by the following vote: Plea: Bau`;.r.ar_,Gilchrist ,Houtgham,Willas,Wilson. Nay s:None. Absent:Hinman Renfro May loth, 1920. ( Continued. ) A Adontion of Resolution of Intention No. 383, Upon a motion by Hougham , seconded by Gilchrist , Resolution:. of Intention No , 383, entitled: "REACLUTION OF INTENTION TO IYPROVE THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHEHEY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE TO THE ':NORTHERLY CURB LINE OF SUMNER STRhhT , TO BE KNOWN A3 STR?E`T DISTRICT NO . 54 AND TO ISSUE BONDS IN PAYMENT THEREFORE" , was a,donted as read by the following vote: Ayes : Ba.ughman ,Gilchrist ,Hougham,Will ow,Wils en, Nays: None. Absent .,Hinman ,Renfrn . Adoption of Ordinance No,49, New Series Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, Ordinance No. 49, New Series „ entitled: "AN ORDINANCE: EXTENDING SUMNER STREET TO EAST TR.UXTU;w AVENUE, AND NAMING SAID EXTENSION "SUMNER STREET". was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes : Baughman_,Gilchri st ,Heugham,Will uw ,Wilson. Nays:Ncne, Absen t:Hinman,Renfro . Adoration of Ordinance No.50 , New Series . Upon e motion by Hougham, seconded. by Baughman, Ordinance No , 50, New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE PARKING OF VEHICLES UPON PUBLIC STREETS FuITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF TEE CITY OF BA_KERSFIEiLD, MAKING THE VIOLATION OF THE PROVISIONS HEREOF A MISDEMEANOR AND PROVIDING A PENALTY THEREFOR" , was ador..t.ed as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchri.st ,FoughRm,Willow,Wilson, Nays:None, Absent :Hinman ,Renfro . Pawn Broker 's Permit Granted, Upon a motion_ by Houg am, seconded by Gilchrist, Joseph Chain was granted a permit to conduct and maintain a pawnbroker's establishment at 1906 L Street , by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gi lchri st,Houghem ,W11sor_. Nays:Willow. Absent:Hinman,Renfr^o. 474 May loth, 1920, (Continued) Soft Drink Stand Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the fol- lowing permits were granted to maintpin soft drink establishments: Coyne & Goodwin_, 1809 Chester Avenue , F. M. Clark, 1916 L Street , G. Weichelt,R, A. Burger, J. H. Assenmacher, 1400-19th St, Jean. Philipp, 711 Humboldt Street . Wm, R. Bradbury, 20232 Chester Average , James Murray, 1923 Chester Avenue , E, Fernandez , 525 Sumner Street, T . F. Melville , 1619 Chester Avenue , G , W. Helm, 1823 Chester Avenue . Roger Hogan, 1919 Chester Avenue , J. L. Swett, 1434-19th Street, Price & Carey, 1308-19th Street . Guthrie &. Demas, 1300-19th Street. Walsh & Middleton, 1301-19th Street , Bakersfield Tobacco Co , , 1301-19th Street, V. Pelosi, 1.309-19th Street , R. H. Britt, 611-19th Street , Louis H. Zimmer, 800 Baker Street , L. R. Cook, 808 Baker Street . M. Planti,er, 631 Humboldt Street , Soft Drink Applications Denied, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the follow- ing applications to conduct soft drink establishments were denied: A, E. Wilson., 809 Baker Street , H. T. Dillon, 1927 Chester Avenue. Joe Espitallier, 723 Humboldt Street , Transfer to Cash. Basis Fund, Upon a motion_ by Hougham, seconded by Wilson„ the City Auditor was authorized to transfer the sum of $3787.77 from the General to the Cash Basis Fund. Allowance of Claims . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, claims as audited by the Finance Committee , were allowed. a N the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . Donation Toward Memorial Day Exercises, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the sum of One Hundred Dollars was authorized to be expended in assisting in the Memorial Day Exercises„ the City to pay not to exceed this amLount in defraying the expenses of the Band to be used on this occasion, May 10th, 1920 ( Continued. ) Aabroval of Assessment Diagram Street District No . 43. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, assess- ment diagram for Street District No . 43, as submitted by the City Engineer, was anaroved by the following vote : Ayes : Baughma.n,Gilchrist ,Hougham,Willov,Wilson. Nays:None . Absent:Hinman, Renfro . Adjournment . Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. yo of the �ofBik_6_s£ield,OalS.£- ' orni ATTEST: �� City Clerk and Ex-e fic� ierk of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, California. 476 Bakersfield , California., May 17, 1920. It4iiautes of the regular meeting, of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P . . M. , . May 17th, 1.92, , Present:BangIgnan,Gi'_chrict ,Finman,Hougham,71il`tow. Absent.Reru ro ,wilsor_. .?mutes of the regular meeting of May 10thy 1920, read and approved as read. Opening Bids, Sewer District N3 . 40 , Resolution of Inter.- t ion 368. This being the time set to opera sealed proposals .received for oroposed -sevrer improvement. in: Sewer District No. 40, as outlined in Resolution of Intention 366, upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Ho�i�ain, the City Clerk was ordered to open. a'_• ?_ bids received, Sewer District No. 40, 'mm orovements Laid Over. But one bid having been received amounting to $2926.50, from the Valley Construction Comnany, d..e to same bei^g thought to be too high, upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, action on same was deferred for one week, Construction of Bridge (across East Side Canal on hake St. at Intersection with Stockton Verbal protest was p^esentPd to the `%ouncil in regard to an inadequate bridge across Lake Street over the East Side Canal at the intersection with Stockton Street , and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, tkie City Idiar_ager was instructed to request the East Side Canal Compa,y to put a.r.. .adequate bridge at this place , Ap-jmira]. of Corrected Skyline Park Tan, Unon a motion by willow, :seconded. by Baughman, corrected Skyline Park map subinitted by Chas . Bloeme:^, was approved. Application for Kennel Permit . Application was placed by D, H. Wade to maintain a Dog Kennel, but due to havinb no definite idea of where same was to be located, upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Hougham, the matter was referred. to the Poundmaster for further information. 8387 May Path, 1920. ( Continued, Rooming House permit Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Mrs. K. Faugh.t was granted permission to conduct and maintain the Hickory Inn at 2206 Chester Avenue, Further Extension of Time Granted Federal Construct- ion Co . to Complete Improve- ments,Street District No ,43, ( Seventeenth Street, etc . ) i Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, the Federal Construction Company was ollowed a further extension of 90 days time on contract to complete the improvement of Seventeenth and R Streets, as covered by Resolution of Intention No . 357„ Extension of Ti..ye Granted Federal Construction Company to Complete Improvements , Street District No . 4S. (N and Twenti- eth Streets, ) Upon a. motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, the Federal Construction Company was allowed an extension of 00 days time on contract to complete the i.morovement of N and Twentieth. Streets, as covered by Resolution of Intention No . 365. Vehicle Stand Permit Granted, U^on a motion b;- Willow, seconded by Hougham, Geo . Calhoun was granted permission_ to maintain an automobile vehicle stand at 2023 Chester Avenue, Permission Granted T. H. Douglas & Company to Erect Four Cement Lighting Posts, It was moved by Baughman , seconded by Hougham, that T. H, Douglas & Co. , be granted permission to place in front of their new garage building at 1520-•21st Street now under construction, four cement posts to be used for lighting purposes , same to be done under the supervision of the Street Superintendent and Building Inspector. Motion carried by the following vote : Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,7Pillow, Nays:None . Absent: Renfro ,Wilson. Soft Drink Permits Granted, Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, the following 478 May 17, 1920 ( Continued, ) parties were granted permission to conduct and maintain soft drink establishments at places specified: Joseph Vivian, 633 Humboldt Street , J. P,Martinto and Augusto Bonnet, 1201=19th. Street „ Wm, H. Sides , 1813 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield Brewing Co. , 24th & Union Avenue. Martinez & Grimaud, 1207-19th Street, M. Grimaud, 705 Humboldt Street. Dante De Costello , 1314-19th Street . Joe Moretti , 1813 K Streets Joe Esoitallier, 723 Humboldt Street.,, Pool Room Permit Granted, Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Ton! Vales was granted permission to conduct and maintain a pool room At 729 Baker Street. Refund of Taxes , Erroneous 1915 Assessment ,Bakersfield Water Company. Petition placed by the Bakersfield water Company requesting a refund of taxesp id to the City of Bakersfield, on apparent er- roneous 1915 assessment , upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Auditor was ' authorized to prepare a warrant in favor of the Bakersfield water Company An the sum of f1600.49 which amount covers excess tax, penalties, interests and costs ancearing on the 1915 Delinquent Foil against said Company. Motion carried by the following vote : Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman.,Hougham,Willo. Nays:None , Absent:Ren.f:ro ,wil.son. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls , Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Baughman, claims as audited by the Finance Committee, and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments , were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . Condemnation Proceedings Ordered Instituted to Acquire Additional Park Property. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded. bl- Baughman, the City Attorney was instructed to institute condemnation proceedings to acquire additional properties adjoining the present park site recently purchased from the Stark Estate, for park purposes, May. 17, 1920 (Continued, 4479 Motion carried by the following vote : Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hqug.ham,Willow, Nays:Nor_e , Absent:Renfro ,Wilsor. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Houghsm, seconded by Willow, the meeting adjourned, . yo o" t` he sty of Ba;cex•s�ield, �y'� a1i or:aia.m ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-Tffi i Cl+srk rf the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California, r 480 Mirates of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chanber of the City Hall at eight o ' clock P .M. , Ma7 24th, 1920. ?resent:Baughman,Glichrist,Hinman,Houghan,Til!gF,Tilson. Absent:Renfro . Minutes of the regular meeting of May 17th, 1920 , read and annroved as read , Adoption of Resolution Ordering Improvement of Fremont Ftreet, Ugon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, Rosoln- tion entitled: "RESU7"TON ORPERTNG THE GRADING AND OILING ON THAT ?OPTION OF FUMONT STTEET FROM TEE EASTERLY LINE OF SONORA STREET TO TGV TiCTIlLY LIKE OF MILLAR STRIET, IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFTELD" , was adopted as read by the foUowirg vote: A7es :BauEhman,Gilchrist ,Hirman,Eoughan,Willow,Wilson. Nays : None . Absent:Renfro , Kennel Permit Dented. Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Gilchrist, apali- cation placed by D. T. Wade to conduct a dog kennel at E29 Eighteenth Street was denied. Dance Permit Granted, Iron a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, a ner- mit was granted the American Legion to con?oct an open air dance on the corner of Chester and Truxtun Avenues on Saturday evening , May 29th, 1920 . Rejection of Bid Submitted Valley Construction Comnanty, Sewer District No . 40. It was moved by Hougham that bid submitted by the Valley Construction Company, to cover construction of sewers in Sewer District No , 40, as co7ered by Revolution of intention No ,368, be rejected and the City Clerk be instructed to advertise for new bids , Mr. Willow at this time took the chair as rresidirg of- ficer. 481 May 24t.h, 1920 ( Continued. ) Motion seconded by Hinman. Motion, carried by the following vote: byes :Baugnmon,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Willgv,,Wilson, Yays:None. assent: Renfro . Soft Drink Permits Granted. Ucon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Baughman, the follow- ing aonl.i.cations placed to conduct soft drink establishments were granted: Clemente Bersi , 2021 Street . Washington Grocery, 802 Baker Street, Ban Noy Interstate Co , , Southern Pacific Depot , E. S. Johnson, 1326-19th "treet , Fred Rossi & A. Olivier, 1916 L Street. O 'Dell & Malamud, 1:320-2 9th Street. L, H . Mann.:i,r_o-. Co . 715 Sumner Street . Kimball & Stone, 19th & Chester Avenue. Jean Eyraud, 717 fumner Street , F Lombara„ 1925 L street , Vrs . J. H. Swank, 701 Sumner Street, J. A. Bughes , 19th & Chester Avenue , T. H. Douglass, 912 Baker Street . F. Takiyama, 1919 L Street, Richard Cole, 1931 L Street., ,? D. Redfern, ?55 Baker Street. Nrest Michael & Jamis Miihael, 1401-19th Street, Kern Candy Kitchen, 948 Balzer Street. St. Clair Larch, 9OR Baker Street, The Royal Billiard Parlor, 805 Baker Street . °^hos , R. Ralssl 1328-19th Street George Butsen.es , 1.305e,20th Street. M. Kato, 1300 -24th Street. 4 Lvon, 712 Humboldt. Ctrert, A . & 'Wilson, a09 Baker Street , Permission Granted to Conduct junk & Auto Wrecking Estab- lishment . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, Morris Bercovi.ch was granted nermission to conduct a junk and automo- bile wreaking establishment at 2400 M Street , Pool Room Permit Granted, loon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, F. Rossi. and A. Oliveri were granted rermission to oDnduct and maintain a pool room, at 1218 L Street, Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes :BauFhman,Gil.chri st,Hin~-Harz ,Hougham,Willowr,Wilson, Nays: Qne . Absen.t:Renfro . 482 May 24th, 1920 ( Cortinued, Bridge Across East Side Cana' at Stockton Street , A communication from the Kern bounty Land Comnany stating that they could not place a bridge across the East Side Canal on Lake Street at tine intersection of Stockton Street, before this Fall or earls- winter , was read to the Council and upon a. motion by Hougham, seconded by Ba-ughman, was accented and or- dered placed on file, Letter of Thanks From the Woma.ns Club. A communication f ror t?"!e. "omans Club of Bakersfield, ex- pressing their thanks and appreciation for doration given by the Council for the best Cochet rose at the recent Rose Sho p was read and upon: a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, was accented and ordered nlaced on file. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Vui3low , claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same , ?Need Cleaning, Upon a motion b7 Ban hman., seconded by Hougham, the City Manager was authorized to emrloy an additional *pan if necessary to determine what lots need to be cleaned of weeds within the City . Ad ournraent, Upon a. motion by Hoy 7haam, seconded by Willow, the meeting adjourned. until 7: 30 P .M. Friday, May the 26th, 1920 , I i ayo. f the _t y of Bake rsf A d, l Cai orr ATTEST: : City Clerk and Ex ofP ,io CZerk> o r:e Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, . - 187 483 Baker•sfield,California, May 28, 1920. May 24 th , 1920, of Mirutes of the adjourned meeting of Council of the City of Bakersfield, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at 7:30 PA. T Tv';ay 28th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gi lchri st ,N inman.,Hougham,Renf ro ,Wilson. Absert:Willow. Minutes of the regular meeting of Iuay 24tr_ , 1920, read and a:caroved as read. Extension of Time to Complete Contract, Improvement of 0 Street. Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Gilchrist , F. WP Nighbert ' s sonlication for a sixty day extension of time to Com- plete contract, for the improvement of Street District No , 49„ 0 Street between Nineteenth and. Twenty-fourth Streets , was _ ranted. Adoption of Ordinance No . 51 , New Series. Upon a motion by 3au`hman, seconded by Hougiam, Ordinance No , 51 New Series , entitled: ON, )RDINANCE C_IANGING AND RE- ESTAB-LISHING THE OFFICIAL CURB GRADE OR G STREET AT A POINT 39 FEET NORTH OF `HN NORTH LINE OF FIFTEENTH STREET , IN THE CITY OF BAKE.RSFIF,LD" . was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist, Hinman,Hour, -am,Renfro ,Wi1son. Nays: None. Absent,:v?f llaw . Date Set for '-Tearing Protests Against Diminishing the Width of Eureka Street. Protest filed by property owners protesting against the diminishing of the width of Eureka Street from the westerly ]nine of Baker Street to the easterly line of Kern Street , as covered by Resolution of Intention No . 381 , was read to t ie Council and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , June 7th, 1920„ at eight, o 'clock P.M, , was the time fixed. to 'year any protest:' . At, this time Mr, Willow was present . Failure of Passage of Proposed License Ordinance No, 52 New Series , Proposed License Ordinance No , 52 New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND IMPOSING MUNICIPAL, LICENSES: 484 PRESCRIBING HOSE AND BY W OBI LICENSES SEAZL BE OBTAINED: MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A `ISDEMEANOT AND PRESCRIBING A PENALTY THEQnFORE, AND REPEALING 07MCNANCES NOS , 36, 38 „ 40 and 41, NEW Swim" , was read to the Conrail and after hearing verbal protests entered by Mr. Weill , President of the Corr*+ercial Club Mr, Katze and .+ r. Redlick, it was moved by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, that the Ordinance be adopted as read. Motion lost by the foliating vote: Ages :Ba:.gh.man ,Gilch.rist,Firma.n . Nays:Houaha.m,_tenfro,Suillow. Declined to Vote:Wilson. Absent:Nons, Adjournment. Tapon, a motion by Willow, sen7%I.ded. by Baughman the meeting adjourned, i_a-he< City y alif .__ ATTEST: ✓�'Uz City Clerk ,and Ex-officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. Minutes of tie n Inl_a".. meet _r2S Of the Council of the City Os, Bakersfield, �e l d in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight O 'clonk PA. , Jana ist . 7.080 ?resent: r2aU71+m,n,.n ,G7.'_^,hr is t,Hin ^?.n , a� 1�i�..:�.Mrt''F.''Yif:'O '4�J':d.1.1.0["!9?Tj 1.I son. Absent : None. :Vinoteo of the aQtourn.ed meeting of May 74th, I920, held. at 7130 O ' clock P.M. , Mal 29th. 1920, read a.'.,.'1.d L4'TJ1 roved as read., Rubbish Handlir.? , 1'4r. U. A. McGinn, rearesonti.??'.2' `q. nlirn er of the rubbishc - collectors , .n"nea ed before the Co nc i_l and recce. step? the t the resent rubbish til ndlirF Ordinance be revised so as to allow the rubbish to be taken wi-;,'Cl.out the Cit,. Unon a motion by Hou ha.m. seconded by Silica , a committee of three was a;nointer`'. to r estigato the matt-r :it 7P JOrt their 2 Tfindings to the vC:a rA..,. oi.l, The Mayor a ^ci...ted :' u-ncilgT: n Hough am,Baujaman. and Willow , - Protest Against Locomotive Whistling. G .. verbal _. "'otest was made :.o the Council by a. resident on L, Street relative to a na 'ent excessive use _7f whistles Or?. innomotivqu handling trains , 3.nr? *7"'(33,^a a motion by HC1L:(`h am9 s9 ot14ise by Baughman, a committee of threeRrng anpOl.,n- d to in- vestigate J the '?matter and reT}C..rt their fl .d.'ngc Lo the Council , Tho 1.';:or a minted Co . ci myn ?rTils : jenf*r7 and Gilchrist , loft Drink ?erm to Grante& IT,o motion by 'v'i 1.1,a?Ye seconded by HQL?F; 29.1":3.r the following - -avVicc were eranted .,,"' "i;t!. ?', O conduct °'Yl.C. maintain soft G.Y'i .i R r;c,^AYigUez ,l9RE L SV:�' kemSf•,•.olA Grocery Co. sta:Gii.N-l':;"en`S : 1226_19ty St T6 vt nc Co ore i. , 29tth & M Etc .. The rde;^endent G a ery, 731 Baker - Street . by DenarAments . :, on a motion rby Wil lnw seconded b;p ?77: gf,2&km, r.PZ?,'. rt."s . submitted i-, T :^�.. s n VFvr„� ;r erts } Y--ng , collected f . �-1 .=.,.-t�.. ,. . _ ... _. ..,, �.. Q", 3.��, 'T!OP12.a _ Y :'i,S tn<; month. of May '192" we-p scoepted ane ordered gla^_ed an f 9.le'„ Procased CKsing of Ails,. c '7 ST:'..Lf1.... a t �. n fron F,__r: Kenn nr Y'v.,o +R' -. _ .. -..._ 1 ..^e CC, 3.rid :02;1v ao�Yr Brothers , netitioninn the C ._2.nc!3 4i take tho .. uonsa " , st.` r r° Kp formally close the Ailey through Block VT from P to n Streets , was re2? to the 4o'. nc : I =;nd L�N_'on 3 ?' ot _C?1"!.. }.'..J Wil.lrw"i ^: .., .-L.?e C. 7 7;anrYa7, nho City Attorne7 was J.Y1;;`,. rude3 to re:_ T?.are Resolution of in"SPYtio":'' to close said I?? ", ny: E"'Icmarce ')i Claims on! Pay R c I c ..:..., ?Ty}0r,. 9. motion by Willow, seconded '; Renfro , claims vs audited by the Finance ce Committee, e rd. nay rolls as o.td.i.i'.or- ,..zed Y'::: the heads of De .,,rtme,nts , were allowel. and the u:dita instructed to draw Y x_ r,^rts on the Treasurer {':c cover sa e, Street Districts 5 erg . L.C'.. a I.TT?'Jn. ? mot.io:s. b `6iAI.ow, seconded by nm. + hran , assess- went c].i'?grf.7^6 submitted by the O_:t<. Engineer 4":r Street Dis- tricts TE'ocroV'?mert of r Street •F'.,.r,n. lath to let„, ttecte , Upon n motion by Renfro , secondef by Willow, tbe City Engineer sfi(A.n instructed to include Zr t`i"-`f p+} District, be nZ famed for the irr _•n in E'"..'t of q^ert ,in nor ions of o tFf}:q Tl andu Streets , that p_ . t io..r of D C'' Pe'E?t ?:°,`"'Gamy l ' ,•'i to 15th Streets. ?T^em a motion by Boa ghan seccnded by Willow, thp meet ir_fi adjourned . ATTEST: i"-JIVA�' n_i Council of the C t'; of TRakersf.. v `ay California . �_.'.LB e^:. Sf2CI , California, .i!T.G 7, 1920, M7.natev of the regular meeting .i... the Co'1-:cil of t"_.e City of, Bakersfield, C l i or-ria,. celd in the W _. ctT rh itibov Of the City `'a'". l at ei.o t, o 'cln„s. P.M. Tune 7th,, 1920 . Prevent; 5 .l _ hma Gil ch t , ,_rna'.r � O:�.�yr�r�F?�r fro g Yellow ',T3.1510 . Minutes of the regular meeting of ?une let, 1920, read and Hearin„ of Protest Against rioinishing id.t'^ of Portion. of Eureka YStreet . Mr. Raj McCrary a'OYveared before the C.moil. ?.,tnd entered. a verbal orota t n7airst: the T}roro.sed diminishing of the width Of Furatc{^'. Street between Bake r and Kern St rants ,.s as covered b7 a ., Pro t?. or intention nor 36 d o a motion Renfro ... )�'.k ., Of V .« , " 7 . ,., !"YS - upon 7_ U rJ`� . p_ D�j Euvanied by Wiliam,:O?V e . . to ,.:.o nn£'.r.`.,.;.'?::1 eedn i!-;?..r„JT.UTI✓N .O VE71RULING 'i'FRT O PROPOSED TTMTNIS TNt: OF T:-.1..H OF EUREKA ^'T I ET '^iiJ MI THE 2 7 20 L _`;Tf DF R rK A c i E -T TO "TIN EASTR7EY LTYE OF KERN ~ wl? TN THE CITY :F BANIP '7 TRID" was adopted as read by the `_`o,?.larinc vote - Ayes : Eau fTAman, Si in'_ri8 y?i,J,,.-ri an,Ra f.,,tptiillau uil sonrt Absent0ane . Flontio_n_ Of Re` Ci.1Tt;:....on Ordering Unon a tnC ion by Y:omgham, _._",^..piled by Willow, Resolution entitled: "RF? 'O T"!: N J?Or7T TNG 704 CONSTRUCTION OF A WILL,I`P ,ND CEMENT O CIRTF CULVERTS ON THAT PORTION OF UNTON -,V NT.^ F Ot�," THE NO ?T FLY P7C P Rn v LINE OF T77 T fi a.� vvr TE 7.O 4 _tTa RLY C99B LINE OF C M ER c TR,,ET IN TLI'{i CITY OF BAKl+',:>S.- rr adooted s read b7 the i oi.l-o'wir, vote: A�-r cl�°iA +�-L'n, ilv�.rr.u•*f ,t, ��.�i.i ��l.j120 it'tt..^,.7?gt? "n�9ri3 �mi Ti LICJ18 y,tti9 _Si)T";., Way a; Closing J""'n.> G•,-_ Chico Street Between ?Aion and Torore qrd Alley Kern, requesting that t<i:l?? Council! a.i3xC@ 0_>2 '-'7."'Ce.`7Hai`y .. e.'='i^c to close Chico Ft. .:.t_ between Union Avenue and Sonora `'t,re,et. and 488 ivre 7t"i^. 1.920 . CO�,it 1:1LFd3 i".'l. al, that. Alley -unnln.r eante ly ':f:. nrestev'yy 1" Blopk 224, Kern, was read. '.;o the Council, anG ..PC'.'`_ a motion lyr Ho',1.gham' seconded by TaU6?'}IIT7.er,, the City Attorney was instructed to one- rare Resolution of intention to cover the York . Ado.^t ?oh of Fe^olut!.,or o: in— ten ni.on No . 390 Upon r.. Tx)tion by HoiZg?^-,,."!, seconded by Willow, Re Sol ttton of Intention No . 384, entitled: "IF90L 71Cr OF INTENTION To CLOSE TO TFE PLfBLIC n -:F ALLEY PINNING EASTF7LY 1.,ND ''TF"TIRLY TY BLOCK 347 FROM THE FA T17LY uRnpaRTY LIFE OF F ST?AcT TC THE WESTAILY .>?OPFRTY LINE OF l 7TnhAT TN THE C TTV OF BAKERS - T:'Lilt' , was or.nn`ves 9s ro,Q b7 t4e following vote' A Src;.�i : :�a.UGY1�8`."'.,Cbl^'L1 T"." St a'12 rm,.3_:? j-?o r'i^1•a 17+ 7.;-[+,'p' •C; ir�l'i.1.l ntri rJ`til n6 Nays:Nore. .?.bsent :None , iid-ontion of Resolution to ..003ve Weeds . Upon a motion by ^:ia2!"hem, seconded by ,ily ll,:;.sTq Res olutior entitled: "A RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON CElTAIN S'. 20T.,g .. IRfrVn.�KS AND PRIVATE PROPERTY ?iI'LTHIIT THE (�'^Z-'^^ 1^n i .�.. . � � i l.i_ viS r.LE LIMITS OF T :+I:' CITY OF BATE' SFIL'LTO x, PUBs` Imo' NUITA CE PROVID- ING FOR. qFh GIVING OF NOTICE :^-.ND FIXING '"'-Tr' TIME FOR HE: RTNG PRO:.i.,ES..lSrs s la?8.S adopted as _ ead i„"`.' tYiE3 fol l!,u""^ 't'ot',3.: ,,Iye`_' Ba+z,'Sr,man: yGilchrist HS.rslan fk3 Q'u'r':a=117:pYe^F'rO ,Tr'i'-I CDVT j' lSo'_'1. Nays: None. lbsent :Nome. Adoption or ,Ors_ -*aree No. 53, New "ernes, r Unon. .a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow , Ordinance No . 53, New Series entitled! "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ISHI \G THE OFFICIAL ICI GRAD CERTAIN PORTIONS OF .STREET, 1N :.�'' Cn. .. v_ r i J_AL i.LE OF J D � s THE LT'Z OF BAKHRSYTELD" ,, wes ad ^tied as read by the fol2o1v`irg vote : Ayes Baughman ,01 lehr.i Wit. Hinman,HouFham,Renf ro ,Wi 'Rl om, Wilson . Nags: Noae. Absent :None. Rooming House 'Je t'Tf'! .t Granted. Upon a motion bT. Willow, '.Rie.".o'^;rled 7vT' Wilson, Fred ''i.f':3i 7",n 190 ( Continued. ) 4 �9 was granted "?f' r ^i> ,>c,l.t'31.. to conduct and maintain the, Silver Dollar Rooms at . 115 L `"treat, Yoft Drink Perni.ts Granted , non a motion by J'!i.11oy, second..ed. by Gilchrist , the follow- ing n o.rt1es were t..,-. need T1t emission to 3on:.U.vt and --sintafn soft drink eztablishnonts a'1, nieces :ci_ ied- Geo ., C2.1'_r1pun, .7,215 Chester i!<roni�o . Confec+ iore Light I'.!nch & Soft Dunks , 1617-19tP Street. Mrs Augusta 7uroule, 1526-21st Street , W. " Glenn, 903 Baker `'treat . W. E. ?hinys & Ro7 foravterry, 711 Sumner Street. Vehicle Stand Permit Granted U'oon a motion by Willow, .seconded _ y Wilson, Mrs . V.V. Lackey was Frl ar t,e "?Pr"m2 a,:,: `i: to "141'_2$.2;. n ?T1.C'1 St.aT''f. a T4'brd truck 95 feet +tiest of the Northwest corner of Twentieth Street and OeFte.. HVeinna , by the following vote: [iye '12.1.m?t^rt�?;'i 9Pli ni^t".'_^ic} ,Vj?^;g isn eT?O't T'^.�3.T,4''.`_tow,Wil son. lays:RerfSit Absent:None , :refund, of 1920 Personal Prore :r.`yT Tax, UP= e. motion by v'V` llev , seconded by Baughman, the Cit„i Q i ;M AO ,,.l(ia �.?.¢c'?'° was instructed � issue s1.ie a t'�3»rah'+$, infa'v"Q T" g` ,_T._t;T; Osborre in the amouant of 14.71 to coven 1920 nensonal rronerQ,' tax erroneously ns i. d., Federal Construction Comoang Granted Extension of Time to Complete Improvements ^o4Pj?r'e!! bV Resolution o:. Intention No . 359 . U7on £ motion by Hough;am , seconded by Tillow, appli.^ation :Taped by the Fede.rel Construction Cornany* natitionirS the Council for an extension of 90 da,�s time an which i to reel 11eta contract for 4treet Covered. by Resolution of In- tention oV 359 , was granteds Petition to C':.ane TestDark Bus Route- ,,e4i t ion n 2„n.:e . o7 58 residents of ti8St'3?.Yi Addition ret'.'gesting that the Council take the necessary steps to Procure. better Testrark bus service f:^o^ the Bs!kersfi eld & Kern Electric Railway CoPo,aT`y, was rFad to the G CLncil, and upon a motion by I 490 June 7th , 19?1 , iCcntinued. ) by Baughman , seconded by Willcy , th- City Marpler was instruct- ed to take the matter nr with the ?Qlwny ComnPry and see what ce.n 'op done. Treasorerlc Finsrni47 Renn-t . VVY Upon a Motion by Fcugham, seconded by Willow, the City Treasurer ' ; Financial 3enort for the month of May , 1920. was accented and ordered ninced on file, Advertisement for Bids , City Printing, Fiscal Yea- 1920-2i .. Upon a notion by Baughman , seconded by Renfro , ohe Cit"i Clerk was instructed to cell for bids for official City ad- vertising for the fiscal year ending June 30th, 192I Fi6s from Certified Accountants , Unon a motion by Willow , seocnded by Baughman , the City Clerk was instructed to co=-,unic,,'te with certified Account- ants and secure from then a bid to cover t�� --beck of Cj.tp- accounting f Or the fiscal year ending June 30th, 1921 , illorance of Claims and, P97 7olls, Upon a motion Q Houghar, seconded by Willow, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and nRy rolls as authorized by the heads of Denartments , were Klowed and the Auditor inptructed to draw waprants on the Treasurer to cover ;ame . Construction of Sidewalk an ?pIn street , Upon a motion by Founham, seconded hy Willur, J.C . Flickinger and F. C. Ennerson were granted vermisslon Y� construct a sidewalk on the rnrth side of &aim street begin- Street ring at the Alley between 0/3nd Oleander Avenue , thence westerly 146 feet Korg the youth side of a onion of Lot 13 in the Chester Tract , said sidewalk + o be of a width of 4 feet, the work to be done under the CJI,ty Engineer. Construction of sidewalk and Curbs, on Nile Street from Bane r tc Tulare 5treets, Uron a motion by Bnughmar , seconded b7 Willow, +he City Engineer was instructed to irenare Viers and s sec ifications to cover construction of siivwR0s�- and va NjIs strent between Baker and Tulare Streets. June 7th, '_c"C vo tinuee; . 4191 Committee . T.`C.' ncil.man .. ,..E`• am , of t �,,,.<e Co i.+.t.Pn -rnni ,'tpo to Inve^.+ r z.;Eto tl-r 7dvisability of nhanging the cent O'_' .,. nsrce n4`'"G,C,tjn,i > t.'^'-; colOction and herdlirg of "`l'.Yr•,^.' cl-. -Ir t,II E' City Of .i 8�✓iC-' C'!"f t.e''rla. renorte d that. v c(`irt'E.y:e-ce was .field by the O o. _ ... .f,ee with tje ler r'An?t.; t•irs of the bbi sh men end that the mer want, the 7i in- il.:'.rre of Y, u!..i:'S rubbish qrd C4 'ra ,,n to the City Dump ard be 7,iven re-mission Q 1' _ M dirnase of snre j""zo `,rlich ryriv .'aa.eFe they yoult nay a 7inense fee to the City Fe recommended that If is Plan wen r:.Ooot d, i_h.?.; the rubbish men be compelled to fa?" c?^•. b:J la,.:.S t'Crr ; a'_„]':'FU i. 7F' r '"n"'7'1._;....r f. ...,:r ,,. license fee-, of 00 ^n,..l n? ^ year he •nol? e,:..te; from every raC'}1_,A and cZrY•a.g? .ollerct.,.. . Vr Y 1 ahcn'. also re orted t)' at, the Lily Don, in 1ri 4d'e"7 •roar .. A' rn rp the ^i?Cca C`n ^yrz ,7 tbrouoh samp being4c 77 i h y:nhh Fh 1 inry"i" ". T;U{" . G;.n >1v '?or-.4 ro, seconded by Willow, the Committee "Ceoo t was ^_CCenten .".nd the. Committee ^.l.l.U:'etl. 2r. cdditAonal Week Comfort Station, JF.Bt-o 2ari� . nn motion. �oum, Se C, :n.!„.ec',. l.. r. Willow , the Ci .'_.�__ by gh':TnEinoer woe 3 'nc+rlinr c.. to '7-:'E .:''.? clans "..i:. `.'.,`.^eC:fi:v la.t}.O;'.i$ 10. the C.CP.:fo a Ftot, or Ft os ,.. ., 'lark ar.d submit same at next regular meet?.r'g rt,,,,o -.. a roticn by zI'3 ..',Rl., seconded by Wilson, the .ie,"eti '....,. s „a ;r'.'?E,.. until 7: 3'0 "A. , June fit.Yl, 1920 , s J r City Merl' 'Y,_G EX /7ff1 .31 r` .BT'•S of t'''.c roll nul of the City of `j ke ,."Sn Ze ?r _, _11fog_...._ . 492 _ Rd'w.c-�i+cfic'Z sCj3li.fO .':in , r . 01 , 19YO , V1.nvtes of `. ie adjourred. mootino of Arre Ytth 7_920 Of the Got"r.... .mil Of the City. of Bakersfield; Californie , held in the Coanci.= Chamber of the City Fall at rY i". 'clock P .M . , jura St .. 920, Present: Ba Fi'!ran , G1>h rint,i T-il ., ,NO_ z;Y?Li"is �E':_F ro v 7`i. 11ow . t sort :Ti l^o? Uu ",,. 8 motion by .n<',,,... anc ,'.,,.C'ed ' . a 71(i' ' r':w, the On - Fngi nee n was instructed to wre'.are, ni ans 'nd F,nfclfi cn,tion T, to ... rortb Union Ainnue Oir ", the Southern T_.,^ l. F•.•. Rai1 "Oc..Cl.. New Terier_ n 7c0','i U. motion by ',OU .,;I^ fir,;. :_c.no n.0^'.i.. 7"C r'r i.l `'. _T'l. fit. a F'mer- ,prey -J:":-ira ice No . 54 New Series entitl s . "_N Cn" 1'.A.NCE RE r,rrrp X DOGS n" 0 1(v .m LARGE n r OT r .�,.v1. I :,r DOGS ,tJ l� I `.. i::� :"...-. `✓ T'r'.� elf �.:>.:Ta. 1,NT'1 PaO Zd'i'1 ,"fir Fit TFF ✓EST9UCTION OF ALL DOOR NOT Mtir.%'ZLED, njTNNT*i,n FREry OR RUNNING AT LARGE, IN OR UPON AI'Y PUBLIC ROAD, STRTET, :A.:.'._EY OR C TF'ER "fir.LI .F!:.Ca CE IN O UnOY ANY l T ,..� , n - r r .,.., CL,O ,P,L LOT v'% P_k ivi.,C;c ZT,.I?\ i 'c. CO:, J'"ATP; I.,I'J!",-,.. OF T r-R CITY OF BAKhESFIELD, DELI "...= N x ^.. QUARANTINE UPON ALL DOGS AND COTr TTTUTING ALL POF_::CH ''FFIChAS DEPUTY _f ATTI= QFFi&RF 1OR ,'Fl]+ PURPOSE OF ENFORCING THIS ORDINANCE: KAKINC T4H `JTCLATION; H. 7T OF A MISDEMEANOR LT PROVIDING . O N ^ .TY T 7REFOR" , zax _ adopted as read by the fclioarirE vote: ARP' :T.'1a17.7F':Si'.sn ,,Ci' .Joris i } l.nm jJ.,oughax ^cr fro s"Fji,.l.low. Abse ;t..:nCilson , P ;':licat.io.'., Of Notice I Regard to Hoge Extend- In, over Sidewalk, llno'1 8. notion by Giich ipt, seconded by tfo17?;'.'"i.am, the City Clerk was instrU.cted to publish n notice in the Bakers- field Californian relative to the nrevvisi6'_"", of tJ otinn. f of Ordinance No . 20 , New Series , relating to the, l.o 'tf ir,_[ or e`er mittir_g to be left, any hose or water nine, Gcooss any ni side- walk, he ^y�r r.l lii ^ 7.!i!'Z•p�,k space, r7UY;.l.7.i, r,�.c :.e,'t73.,:,' 9 }noa.,, < hours ; of '.''.i,rs o 'clock P. M. , ird si.x -o 'clock.. A . M. LocoriO'..j7e J'Thiptling. CouncKmar Renfro , of the Conmittee sopoirted tc :.r- vest;igate annarent excessive use of locomotive whistles , 493 cT tpp S;t,fir, I.9P,'" ( -�o_n..t i nu.'"d.' re n..,r_ te h hen1, P,,': ( ruler r.ed. WAth :iuoerint ndert, Worthingtor of thl. Cx 2•.hu> n ',?,ci'lc 9 - d vas rv-i Se„'i t. l at, tlhe ..ecr'S were rei—,,, ve-I >rrfful 7r'. u.7i � wrti.rtlle__ ,, P.ne. :Sry o Md(:rs to theryr. ;^P.l,et,i'e. to disconh in7zq nc•e of the oractice ._i ht result, in J. dee.t'.^, or iYt, t:ry at crossings , ' nor Tn U n,, b1 L� gt n .n dWillow,., �o i< _ zot °,.i :m, eco dP. b� the reWort was accented, 'rc•„o < i Int-_rc;;eTrent r of Cbeste Avenue and F 7t-nest �n&J I.?"oad 'i -n. c, moti(, r::y tIc u�rh sm.r :.+J c on C?e 0, by C i I c..lhri S t, , .t Y, City Engineer ?nY":' instructed �•+o ^ommta^iea.te cdth the rroper o ff i43:°a 1 c of Yi'.m CR':`.`„n I'',�:' ..£1].iY'.".' ad, uaor"..Y;any an . ins t racfi them tr I he, nros=irg5= et. Cheste, Av-enue erd F Stree±, in ;ir,^,.",?BY' condit3-or and 91so r ': d" .E'E' them +718.t unless the nro`r,sint<._s a,,e kp+*t, Jr, Sl,'.1t,:3.r=l.P Pha-o?e, that it wDuld. be Y1P C'2SS8"* for th.e ri ?"titit.;, .. e e,!.r'eet rroceedirgs to '.'7,pve the Cs--o. ^.ve Ad I';ourrr ent. , TT by a m . ^.'.. b ;'7Pirf"pr s�!:o riled by �:� .11.�r +Y,,F? rn,r!Pt 7.;"!,�' of trP pity ofakersfie' d,r "l , r�rria . Cxt7 CIS k > rd Ex-o: iao crk o" tr,e C of the C;tv, of ^, I.ifornia. 494 Bakersfield,Califonnixt , une 1E{'3 1920 . Minutes of .,he -egul a.r° :ee? 1 nF Of the L c i l of the City of Bakersfield, California ^_eld in the Council Ctawb - of to- City Hall at eight o '.nl '.`'.T. TO. . June Mt', 1920 Present : Baughman Gi .chr.* st Hinmon .F070 mn ,Wrf rn , • llnw,Wi.l.c on, C baert, :K o tt.'ti..'1:di.:8g Of the '.^'cpu J.L?."' meetings of June "f.h. and n 07nnirg Bids Street District it was moved by rii',. low, EsacnW 01 Roughen, that a!'- bids G . bmi-ttetd to cover the nrowcsed i . n,en e rr;a_ o �. c_r Fremont Sv... . ..t.q Street,-� .. District Yo . 52, 7.r; outlined in Resolution Of in- tention No . 362 , be ".,u'"+licl.y oneref , exam-'ire rr.C_ ..dared Motion nerrie& 10art.i. on of nu.eot tion Ara Ki --. Street, Resnintion of Intertion . W, T., , Tnt fT'C , ca nY r l.lCr " `_ ,.. . . .. F. F , �r�l�l-fin.,-, U Pr)'r n . -,. t, 7C . k on Fre7ort Street , a. s o .°.l.' v.e.,. 'c."1 'mac(`,1.L7 t ',0."! of T ;4,e•-t d'.^. ...,.. .'r ?fllC:.e s doot,ed as re96 by the .. ,llouI t` te ; + P3S Ba Lhma .r _ Q it vertising Fiscal Year WAT-1�7 7 rlo : %^ -notion by Mier ,ier 7eoo ..d.e'r'. C yr Ba .r,hyran the C . atv Clerk was irstnuatel to open_ Q ,_ bids .c:r,e`.tr?l to rover official as er'tiF7. r,, by Wily newcnp ,er.e Fn- `,h`': neriod d.,i�, Rejection of Bids . received- Bakersfield Morninn Ube, 601 nq- square for firs' 'fnser- '. inr , ii0i ner-• square for each sulocequert 1.nse'ti.or . Bakersfield Californian, Fn$ rer nnu.:Y@ for t'1. TMv:'' «'")cor*.,,. ;n4,h of the bids ha-KE beer fot,-. d to be n;rer ti-, T,,,:nF 19:t'r;„ 1?2^ lGontin?sed. 495 excessive , upon ;r r.' nt "'.io b t r urn `;`''n^rdedd by \r`sa.l shriFt , bst`, h T_dw were rejected and the PtT t^l ,v,s ",'7'.t: '_?Cte d to .. ,,vi?rt l.ec. for fur h bids . R'noming House Permit. Gran+ e''. 'can a Yo son by Fooghnn, seccnded by Baughman , D. Gctt.ardo w?v FrprteO ooprisgion to Yt1^..irtain. ^.nd conduct +.he Norsco Hotel at 12:35 Twentiet! Street. Tonmirg Wise Permit Granted. `7o('n a motion by Willow , seWndO? by 7enfrO, H.M.End ley wee given .oerrr+,'issio ? to conduct a':& maintain the Club Hotel ::3.t. 0W 'Yin iee11'h Street, by tic, follouinn vote- Ayes :Hinman Foughan ,lepf fro 1Tlr0.:oL`T ,W son nra s0aughmanJilshrist. Absent. ?aone, Permits Granted to Conduct. "oft Drink Establishments . Unon a motion by LBau.shT,ar ,, seconded by Willow', the foll.ow- i:!"FL nart.ies were granted, Y5^er;ml."-.8.1.or to conduct and maintain soft, drink establishments at -lace ' snecifieds Ppork Harris , 2010 Chester Avenue. '. icy my1ovirrv., 1930 L Street. Frank Cariba, 601 Sumner Street. , Vehicle Stand Permit Granted. �7pnn _. .mot`o"? b P77.1..p.r.T, seconded by :xo7v^'am, A. J. Blake,a as ranted cermissiron to stand transfer truck 40 feet east of the fouthe- t corner :of Baker and Humboldt Streets . An ontion of Resolution of Intention No . 383. Tn,v a motion b7 Allow, seconded by by tio ,gha2, Resolution of IntcN Inn yo . 30, entitled ° ` OLUTION CF INTENTION TO CLOSE TO THE PUBLIC: THAT PORTION OF CHICO STREET FROM THE, EAETJ'RLY PPOS0'7T 117R OF TNT('' .- AVM" IE 70 7-7 n ' ".'TLT DPIRTf LINE OF SOPOR _ STF nT ND HE LLhY RUNNING c t CTERLZ END T107 11LY 1N BLOCK W4 FaOlVl THE E.-!. .. ;RLY ? WERTZ LINE OF 77TON AVENUE TO THE WESTERLY O TY LINEOF SC NORA STRF?T Ili TAT KFR CITY OF BASFIFLD� v 7. P ram.AR was ad;^ rt'ed as real by the following vote: Ayes: TauAhmar ' 0 Chr:l;=} axT. .,!'.:^ T ,;1`" r' . -..'_;^fry r^Ti.l cn'T,1Tillso " NaY: v.T.Tony i1 o.1i`:'.tmF)rt of Qo"mi9 tn., to T$!vPs- of VNIt Mexican 01ON7. .r,.non inr by t o iq m, snnn -rdn ,._..O b7 D " ^.r,nr the Mayor '. was irpt—unted to a7nnint 9 Corrimittee of three to investigate alleged unsanit3ey contition of ^ nii ' er - a - c...t' an shocks- along the bgnR of Url,:tl.T.J.."t'_ o ??3tnh in East ERVersfield . +Tit,e ?,Fay ,., ..,,.,o .xted C rirojinprt 9 1 :r.n,nne Gjjchrro� t .xrO Renfx [ill '.qy n of •nl iros . i Ty-r .:: .'. ?Y1C1 1...n t< w x l n Seconded by TOVITar, claims an auanqd by the Finance Committee were n1lowne yr4 the Auditor .'3- s r :LC .: n) ! row wproorts on Jl,^ r "rea rrrrnr to cover - ^ms , ^lxn of Aston Comfort `Station nZI -3 rAed, of QC?mfnz+ 7tjtinn to be P -eC+ .,_ at <i, r, 'a ?apn e ,l Mii tcC. h the.e Citynr,Tl: oerr w aa ._M . rf �._ �.N 'w}•�mi•'r L.`GC) .�r[�. f City x .I r'1-cl'r $drn„b instructs!lnk:n! to ij':r-„ne:o{Y with OP buildfnE of same , ' Par Pard itlln tr nt Of Street Wort . Upon a motion by 7tlson, seconded by 15117r, the Cjt,,r Attnrrey v9" .;, instructed tc n F r . .,.:> > a,;°.lo a4 l ::r ProvIAKE for n s1lotment to be m.ple forIt-eat work i ene.r Word, +."e _.,+, r i]`a...eC 3.1_rt,g r. �n ^7 .n .,.... " to be ml-;ca; ti1n ncver <-. r` rn o•rtl ._..a the r.n ertarce _ lTt'_nn _ motion by Willow , S e .n_,..:Ll. by .,.... . - C:S Safi?`1t C j,Z rr a n�_ iri3 I assessment . � � nn District �� So N Street , was accepted , wal and (1 Street. L"O:^ 1'- +t]n r' x,^". L 'g ' ><n Seconded by 911ohrist , the . �.'�,'.S for grading, :;c'.`PeT"t_ g Clt`l.^+.. O' ' L j A Street from +''12 AdjoumrenV Uron a matior 17 Willm, c. eco rv:G by 7 ;_;un, the 'T eeyi.ini, I I T .5 T:'-T c �1 _ _ theY Rum! ' of the City ny A 7ak s o q C,a l..'� F T -`i 1.a ffd, 498 Vn :nu�,eq of, the mular neeting of its .LILT cli of lie City of' Bakersf Aid, Al tf orn! a, he! d ir the Coure! 1 Chanhe In of the Ci ty Hall , at PISM o 'clock ? . M. jur0 ?1st , 1920. ?-esent :Mazhmor n Cil-(�trl s to Hirmnr Houghnm,Renf Yr 72 llawjllson. Absentlyone. Tinvte r " the -equlan movtinE of Jure 14th, M? , rail or! Pv7r-70i gy YOV5, Doening Bids, fewer DIA-lat To. This being the time P - ' to open Peiled r—no2AF for rronosed Sewer York in Fewe- Alt st& 7 Mr . 41 , qP - )* MnM in Resolutl -n of T ate-Hon No . 301, Oren r r-r,� `nn 4ecanded b7 Willow , 07 MF -savived werp PubUnly nnensQ svmmined ant leAF"Pl. Revolution A71rfirg Conorrit, 9ever District 7C , 00, unn- a motion by 71110M , selorded by Rnugasr. Rnsolu- tton kxarfin7 Cortrnot for irnrrr7sments ir "e7nr District M . An. 4o j. A . Ttrcud , Jr. , be bning M lowest nesounAble bidder, on; slortod Pq roM by the 7517cwlng v: �D: XTss:FauZhnan,Gil.;bri ct ,F,inzran,-Fc Yghan,7nnfr: w! Mv ,Nilson WaysKone , Ahsent: 7oni "rotoots 7pr=- of 70010 . This beins the s et to her r rny prn�e7to eg-ins , Resolution recontij nd,ted by the 00=11 - to "-Ve needs re- Moved on certain oroce -Ves , thp VVY"r nrk?s 17 any -e-ror VV any gnolests K enter. No rootonts wapp i4jintareM nonTI-M Hoape Permit G�O-VV nc,". ""r by Milow, u9nor,95 by 10 qm, ", 7 7MM7 Zr=* cd rnrmirnior i - carMac" -M rArtnin ilc. ocaf .ear tY 2201 Coft Inink larn!" Vr,7117p- , Anra,&� j "y TCyal Ordoy. cP Mcoqe , Eavoryfleld LAZO 1� . 170 war nwrtnt -orrInHon in con- Rr UK, mcirtcin Pro of zelling yoft inkc St 1307P MY Ftreet Comn" Art in n .0 tn Mte - ptariny �', ir 5011rs 7-M70�? YA Strap- , W A VC04-1 rrotort, W- Y -Pg1CtPrq1 hy,sVeynt -r Tye=- VIM Street co-VIM&nC that ! -Kanact omndM ! ... z are ------------ June 21 , 1920. ( Continued. ", ,t what they ohoal.d be on Twenty-third Itreet, west of H Street, nnd. croon n motion by :TnT1g^am, seconded by Renfro, the City Engineer was instructc,u ? 'invest ;ate tl'e matter and: report his findings L , the. Coy -:nil. ".dnVion of License 'Ordinance r7s7.., 55, New Series , . Upon a .motion by raaL.iQ'('an , seconded b Ts nfro'„" License Ordinance 7o . . 55, New Series, entitled: "'AN OPPINAYCE REG7LATTNG AND iMPCSTNG MUNICIPAL TTOENFES: PREWRIBING HOW AND NY WHOM LICENSES `HALL BE CBTkTNE1D: HAKIYG THE VTOLATION MHOF A MIS•- DEMEANOR AND ? E='CRIE?TNG A PENALTY ,.,FF"^rF07, AND nT,, P LTY0 r - ORDINANCES T a L d p nd7 1 N li 7 SER T" was � s No. . ..a�,r,3a , O 4 _, T IF , , 9rt. ado,,ted 'a, r nAd by-the following -rote : :�,;e� :T3a �hm�n;G'i i „h r, i^t, H i rime�^:,3e nS;^o ,?Ili l' ��,• ,l�*i 7 c�*; nerc rt of Committee on Al T awed Un nitary Condition, Mexican 7h oRs . "r. Bp.g ':7an of the Committee appointed to investigate '. alleged unsanitary /:'11^:d1't 10`e n of Mexican Qvcksin East -'a.eSBXE LFS i.2 rororted that upon investigation i.tio_" it w`.7 :'poi✓nd by tl�p ?cwii Cittee that an unsanitary .o;a..:.dittf)Y?.,: does exist but recommended thFit We to the fact that it Ni_Lld Cdrli` R sinrl r `f.9Pda t'^ people on�(°onyin.,c the shacks to have to vacate It this .'...time, the necessary steps be taker'... to have the ':shanks' . pDt. in better hane . Upon o motion Hough am , 'seco yOr:C'7 by ?;Y.7ghmsr.., the • Commit toe 1,enort waa grve^ ted. and the Building '.Inspector and Health ors cer irctrvctee tc see ,a h'C;, QUA/ZT'FRS '.s .e put in T sanitary condition, as fa:r as pos :i ble,. Pool Room Permits Grant,nc_ .,::,n `c. mCZti:"_l t'',}' Willa;, seconded by 4'CJI2: ?'r!R , ':. F. Co,..rind ,«Jac granted .ner9I1is7l.i,,:n to conduct a ;;ool room at GO S::mnOr Street, .Pc� E. Reagan > S07 Baker Otrevat. e , ?Lh cle Stand Permits GIQ t,s& 7non a motion by 77i llo n, secorded by Renfro , the following, . pai e were granted ,.ermi Ss:i.on to stand automobile rent, cars at 500 0 Jae r,07«C) 191P Y: street_ J. 13. R' 7 eTOX'"' „ Pn .• •re StP As7e T'�18 , A. J. R}:t.lVc,,. 723 SU]Ilrer "t-eet s, L. "l a eet, 2co1 T Strnet At tt?.]:s time I Ft?.RY b iar. r ., exc-used end absented ni o,,r..t3on ,�r '?-_aclxtic,n Adlorl ,Ai;r Tans C Snocifinatir,n.s; S, .r"t Di:strict No . CO, TTnnn a m it i,:) 7 "h ;?ouChmr., cPccrded loy Willow, Pes0'.u- t,ibn s .tit,leda '.Y. .SvL,'TTTON D^. TTi ,T ! i. .Tv' nPI ?e.C, . IC..TT T;'' FOR P?OPOSED ,ST?FCT IMF_'OVEMT_;NT ON T.Tn,T 707TTON OF :FOUR'PEFN71T C'mRh: T F?:OM THI ""TFT?T LT.r OF K T �nnrr-,,:�, r7 ,Y O T?P r�1..T., o- LX 7r7i'. OF `-FIES,TED !'VENTME TN 1T- C ITV ^l+` BAYP ;'F.T71 d.o .,ted as read t,v tlefol'�_ ., mitan4�r Tr•o+�. Tray ,T4n,P.. of Resoll tion of int-rt:i P'n ,T Upor a motion TTi.l.loiw� sacc,ncied by Hnt ;T?'ar, Fesofa- tioll of Intention 3R3 ertitled; " r O.:TT 'T.^,1V 0 ^ T ,NTICN TO TT? QO` m C' m AFT, RI I F JE `T'r.f1T � 0_. l _�a� F FO,???T F�^t"' rT?3�L +' ,.OI�n :�E E � x.uS' 1,17 OF K SmRTE T TO TFE, Am 'TrRL'.T LINE; 07 CFI::??I AVEM tF; Tr- TEE CTTY OF BAKE`3CF'IF,'LD, 001"NTr OF KFUip STAT .: 7^ CA 7FCRT?IA, TO :'sE YD'O ,''_�' , IT D 4.:mRTC;T TO ; _FQ AND TO T rl �; oNTl IN PAYMENT FTREFO r" tunas adoptec3 as rend by c follrnvins vote: "_yes: Gilohri t ,HiriSnari,ictifiYza Renfrop Ti17.ov, ,7'i.lson Nays .,\T.one. Adcc c t:i.on of Re:To lut ion Adont it Plans and Sneeiif(,,atior5;, r,t r t D..:trict Rio;. Moon a mot;ior_ b T i.11ai,=r, seconded b},> Fo-uFham, Resolut.ior entitled: "RESOLUTTON t.DOPTTNG PIANc RM S'T'ECTFTCATTONS FO PROPOSED 7TR 7T IMPROVEMENT ON I, ^ '-R_,FT FROV TTfk , '07T�3_:RSY LI\TE OF ETGT,TF STREET TO TiF ."r _' ';l.^TY 'I_TNF F (PT.?XTLN �VF^_1i TN THE CITY T ?t.KERSKELD",wa.s a,�u ,+tea ais -ear by IhI follow-. ? es: Gi.lch__r-iF.t ,H; nmar , 'oT;gharr, FRenfro ,�T9l?-or , L:Il.ccn,. Na.T ':None. .hcent:Fa aF hrian . r; �C�a�87 June rl 1 ?20 ( no. tirueQ , 501 AEoption of Resoluti -n of `on a motion by i?.O'1ghp-,. Reconded. by Willow, Resoliticr of lntr n,' ,lon No . 3S7 entitled: OF TYT-ETTn Tow TO TTv_PROI,." Wt• 'ORT N OF �: ;.TR_ ,.,T it TV7 T,r7'l`!':T 7.1v TTj''F'' CT' H !"'rmi TR- r• _ _.T . TO s T ._._. .F. . Tn 7 r mi77- OF r vTr-nr T-TE t .E C rTv 'V H AAK FTELD.. r?I' "1ir..._`i',`•TY LTT''_, ,_ ! i _... AVE, ,1w T'VT T" n n� ,`?� . , •S �rT"' 7:r Op KERN! STGTt. 07 :CATT^/l,^NIAS TO BE Kr'.(JVY AS _.TR^ET DTFTRICl NO . 61` was ad .nted as rend 47 the following vote— yee: ;z;.i.thri'wt,rrs'.inm r ,Houg'7em,Re.ifro ,'."!i.Il.Oiq>'"li. __'On , A(a F gat-;E,. R a v.C hman. ram.. UpQr a Tln+.i„on by TitI'i 'Pl_(1?6; s e ,nd„ by FO'tgr'am, Waltor, K. Mitchell, C .P.A. , Or LoF Angeles, was r `oir-t.ed to Audit City books Pop the 4e.'3r ending December 3 lt , lCRO, as per his bid of ewao ' communication Erm %cici,c Coast 1.-rociation: Of Fire Chiefs , :' CoP-runi.ra.tio.n frnm the Pacific Coast Association of Eire Chiefs , inviting the FST'P, Chief and e moTilOC;'_" of the Council to nttend. the 27th Annual. Cnr'Te.rit i(�,r of' t'ia+ :3oc'L7 ,r at T,ns Angeles, or. t a.,,+nm'^,np-. 13th t0 16tha i71c l t-.3.i.''P G'p 9.°a^ read to t.sl1P Council , and it was moved by t$OUv'fi p1TM't 8@c02l8d by Gilchrist, that the Manager and the Fire Chief be instructed t,n attend the Convention . Motion . : tka_ .... erC s_ by Renfro , seconded by Tilton, that the Mayor at'irs the Fire +7hiCf att.,r r' instead of t'ne °7: ., .-' re., cnd Fire Chief. mendment csrrf ed. Request to Revise Ordirnnee No . 181 . 1"_ written roaue3t Signed by T. J. Clark wvs read to the. Council in gar^^?..r9 T'_ request 4dae made to revise CTMt`i ;^.a.?_'i C`P No . 121 , PIl.1.iCF' eCP.latr s t.h. _c -ise or ... -C . . uE of firearms On fire works PC that, fire works selling for less than 101 each , end firecrackers selling _... for less than %F. (?-a.CF?. ^n'.21.a. ha ^;:l.d. Open c. n, °SOT; Gilchrist seconded b` Willow, ..'mac communication was acce .+-.-.r'. `1Yrd .ordered elaved. an file, I 502 Tn..Unor ^ motion by F'o'27hgmy spoo dev Vfir u .rfro , :I� jnF as aadi. r:eP by the Fin. rce Committee Ord nPy rolls as o tr?orizfe< by the ^-E;2Q5 of De Jr.:"t"-'!F'?7t c F 7ere qllowvO and the C.i,.d1 to Y.' i i,".lm stru.cted to draw warrants on Ve Treasurer to . Cozier" same. "'prrovel of Assessment .iagrcm. Street District No . 46. uson a notion by Renfro, seconded. by Willow, assessment diagram for Street District. No . 46 §wa =. annroveC? as 9, : bitted. PavinC of Santa Fe Stroet. TT-,Don ❑ notion by Follgj a:7, secore7ed by nenf o the City Engineer was instructed to nrPnere prone and s oci„ficatlons for the, 'oavAng from the northerly to the southerly ? inns of Fifteenth :Street at PO n F. and ' Ttreety sod on Chester Avenue , one- the Fal r, K o.rc2s<ngs 2''t. these Streets ,, jmo to be In >talled on Fire . L^uirment. Upon a motion by `To,;gY:ar, secor.<;ed by Gilchrist, the City Clerk was instructed to '_'`otl.fy the Te {gy,a e CoTn';>any to _:_ : ".0.7_2 a r.z..t, on , ,., ,,.. ;r Dice^ec? Fire Chassis as ^er their bid, Motion L'prrief by the following Vote : [".VP^ ;i 1_f.Y?.:✓°a.a trT'TS.YtT�:o.'.^..�f`.'11tc':"t.�ID`nr. r`.,�o '(T may? 1 r;�r� ihTi ? eryl„ ?bcent:P:euglrran . Ad,journmert. . T "?O"4 R t'iot] O?? b"i Willow , seconded bo "r '..gi_'11"'.y the meet i.rC aL''.; ourned, ATTEST : Ci'.� �' Pr'r and Fy nFfiol7�'CleY3r cf ¢`_^_e ro.,;roil of the City of Bake, sfa.e_ag California . Bakersfield, California,_ June 28, 1920 . 503 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P. M. June .28th, 1920 . Present:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Absent:Willow , Minutes of the regular meeting of June 21st, 1920, read and approved as read. Opening Bids Union Avenue Improvement, Resolution of Intention No. 383. This being the time set to open all bids received to cover proposed improvement of Union Avenue, as covered by Resolution of Intention No . 383, upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Houghar; all bids received were publicly opened, examined and declared. Action on Bid Deferred. But one bid having been received, same having been sub- mitted by the Bakersfield Engineering Co. , , bidding $17,750.00 to cover the work and same having been thought to be excessive, it was moved by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist , that bid be re- Jected. Mr. Hougham then withdrew his motion with the consent of Mr. Gilchrist, and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the matter was laid over for one week. Advertisement for Bids for 750 Gallon Pump for Fire Engine . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the City clerk was instructed to advertise for the furnishing and mounting of a 750 gallon pump on Seagrave chassis recently contracted for by the City . Action on Proposed Plumbing Ordinance Deferred. Unon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Renfro , action on proposed new Plumbing Ordinance, was deferred until the next regular meeting. Vehicle Stand Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the following parties were granted permission to maintain and stand 504 June 28th, 1920.(Continued. ) vehicles at places specified: June Taylor, on N2 of Wz of Lot 5, Block 322. N. L. Hall, 1903 K Street. Wm. Giminiani, Corner 19th & M Streets. Wm. Giminiani, Corner 19th & M Streets . Thirty Day Extension of Tim Granted to Complete Contract for Improvement , Street Dis- trict No. 53, N Street. Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Renfro, F. W. Nighbert was granted a thirty day extension of time for the completion of improvement of N Street, between 15th and Trux- tun Avenue, known as Street District No. 53 . Adoption of Resolution De- claring Weeds a Nuisance . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, Reso- lution entitled: "A REFO LUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROVING UPON CERTAIN STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PRIVATE PROPERTY TI MIN THE COR- PORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, A. PUBLIC NUISANCE, PROVIDING FOR THE GIVING OF NOTICE AND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING PROTESTS" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes- Baughman.Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renf roWilson. Nays:None. Absent:Willow . Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded. by Renfro , claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . Drainage Condition of Streets in Northwest Section of City. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifica- tions for curbs and gutters on Twenty-third. Street from E to H Streets, E Street from Twenty-first to Twenty-third Streets, and Twenty-first Street from 0 to E Stree-ts. June 28th, 1990 (Continued. ) 505 Adjournment, Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. or the City of Bak ers e d, al fora. a. ATTEST: r City Clerk and Ex-ofricio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 506 Bakersfield , California, July 6th, 1920. Minutes of the regular meting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California , held in the Council. Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P. M. , July 6th, 1920, Present:Baughman,Gilchrist, Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,7lillow,Wilson. Absent: None. Minutes of the regular meeting of June 28th, 1920 , read and approved as read. Bids for Official Advertising. This being the time set to open bids received for official City advertising, and printing for the fiscal year ending June 30th, 1921, and no bids having been received, it was moved by Willow, seconded by Renfro , that the Bakersfield Californian be designated as the official City newspaper for the fiscal year ending June 39th, 1921 . Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson . Nays:Hinman. Absent:None. A communication written by the Bakersfield Californian stating that effective Jdy 1st, the rate on all City publica- tions would be 60� per square of two hundred thirty-four ems six point type, was read to the Council, Bid Rejected Covering Union Avenue Improvement . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist , bid sub- mitted by the Bakersfield Engineering Co. , for proposed im- provement of Union Avenue , as covered by Resolution of Intention No, 363, was rejected by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:None. Rooming House Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Jules Mott was granted permission to conduct and maintain the Hotel Des Alpes at 723 Humboldt Street . X8187 507 July 6th, 1920, (Continued. ) Vehicle Stand Permit Granted.. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Renfro , Grant Hull was granted permission to stand automobile rent car at 1927 Chester Avenue. Tax Refunds Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the following parties were granted refund for 1920 Personal Property taxes er- roneously paid. Charles P. Hale, $3.0.15. J. A. Pearson,Est. 14. 50. Acceptance of Department Reports. Upon a motion by, willow, seconded by Gilchrist , reports sub- mitted by heads of Departments showing monies collected for. ,the month of June 1920, were accepted and ordered placed on file. Acceptance of Treasurer's Financial Report. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Hougham, the Treasurer's Financial Report for the month of June, 1920, was accepted and ordered placed on file. Soft Drink Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by willow, the following parties were granted permission to conduct and maintain the business of selling soft drinks at places specified: Vito Guintoli, 805 Baker Street . Jules Motte, 723 Humboldt Street. F. M. Clark, 1100-19th Street . M. M. O 'Dell & Malsmuel, 20282 Chester Avenue. Mrs . A. E. Barge, 1905 Truxtun & F Streets. Pool Room Permit Granted. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Baughman, V. Guir_toli was granted permission to conduct and maintain a pool room at 805 Baker Street. Proposed Plumbing Ordinance Laid on Table . Upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Hougham, proposed Plumbing Ordinance was laid on the table by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougharn,Renfro,willow,wilson. Nays :Nore . Absent:None. 508 July 6th, 1920 . (Continued) . Revision of Existing Plumbing Ordinance . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by :Baughman, the City At- torney was instructed to revise the existing Plumbing Ordinance so that the Building Inspector will have full authority to en- force the provisions of same. Union Avenue Improvement Proceedings Abandoned. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , the City At- torney was instructed to prepare a Resolution and submit same to the �'ouncil at their next regular meeting, providing for the abandoning of proceedings for improvement of Union Avenue. Sidewalks and Curbs on Pacific & Quincy Streets. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Hougham, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the installation of sidewalks and curbs on Pacific and Quincy Streets, between the City limit lines. Further `pork on Revision of Building Ordinance Ordered Discontinued, Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Willow, the Committee appointed to revise the present Building Ordinance was dis- charged and further work on this proposed Ordinance was order- ed discontinued. Adoption of Weed Resolution, Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION DECLARING WEED'S GROWING UPON CERTAIN STREETS, SIDE97ALKS AND PRIVATE PROPERTY 1' ITHIN THE CORPORATE LI-MITS OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFI LD, A PUBLIC NUISANCE, PROVIDING FOR THE GIVING OF NOTICE AND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING PRO- TESTS" was adopted as read by the following vote : Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham.Renfro Willow .Wilson. Nays:None . Absent:Nond. Allowance of Claims . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. July 6th, 1920. (Continued. ) 509 Adjournment. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, the meeting ad- journed. r or the ity of Bake rsfisld,Calit ornie ATTEST: i City Clerk Ex-of icio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California; 5 1.0 Bakersfield,California,July 12,1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the. City Hall, at eight o'clock P.M. , July 12th, 1920 . Present:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro . Absent:Willow.Wilson. Minutes of the regulars meeting of July 6th, 1920 , read and approved as read. Opening Bids on 750 Gallon Pump for Fire Department. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , bids received covering the furnishing and installation of 750 gallon centrifu- gal pump to be plased on Seagrave chassis at the present time under construction, were publicly opened, examined and de- clared. Acceptance of Seagrave Bid. But one bid having been received, and it being submitted by the Seagrave Company of Columbus , Ohio, making a proposal to install and furnish one 750 gallon centrifugal pump for the sum of $4000.00, upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , same was accepted by the following vote: Ages:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro . Nays:None. Absent :Willow,Wilson. Adoption of Resolution Ordering Construction of Improvements Street District No. 60. This being the time set to receive protests against the contemplated improvement of that portion of Fourteenth Street from the easterly line of K Street to the easterly line of Chester Avenue, and no protests having been received, upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman., Resolution en- titled: B/RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN ASPHALTIC CONCRETE PAVEMENT, CEZNT CONCRETE GUTTERS AND CULVERTS ON THAT PORTION OF FOURTEENTH STREET FROM THE EASTERLY LINE OF K STREET TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF CHESTER AVENUE IN THE CITY OF BA`K_ERSFIEELD" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro . Nays:None. Absent-willow,wils or . �8�87 July 12th, 1920 (Continued. ) 51 Further Action Covering Improvement of Street District No. 61, Laid Over. This being the time set to hear protests against the contem- plated improvement of L Street from the northerly line of 8th Street to the southerly line of Truxtun Avenue , known as Street District No. 61, and a protest having been filed by owners of approximately 54 per cent of the frontage of said District, upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, further action on this matter was laid over for one week . Adoption of Resolution Abandoning Proceedings-Improvement of Union Avenue, Street District No. 54. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ABANDONING ALL PROCEEDINGS FOR PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SUMNER STREET , KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO. 54" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro . Nays : None. Absent :Willow,Wilson. Straight. Concrete Pavement for Union Avenue. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover improvement of Union Avenue , known as Street District No. 54, to provide for straight concrete pavement. Refund of Building Permit Fee. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, W. H. & Clyde Vaughn were granted refund of $7.50 paid as per Building Permit No. 387, issued June 2nd, 1920 , for building at 1420 Williams Street, which is not to be erected, and the City Auditor was instructed to issue warrant for $7.50 to cover same. Application for Street Light at M and California Avenue. A petition signed by 11 residents living near M Street and California Avenue, requesting the Council to install a Street light at that point, was read to the Council , and upon a 512 2 July 12th, 1920 ( Continued. ) motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , the matter was referred to the City Manager for investigation and he was given author- ity to install a light if he deemed sam necessary. Approval of Assessment Diagram Street District No. 466. Upon a motion by Baugiman, seconded by Gilchrist, assess- Tw nt diagram of Street District No. 48 was approved as sub- mitted by the City Engineer. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, claims as audited by the, Finance Committee, and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments , were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Formation of Sewer District. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City En- gineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications for the formation of a Sewer District to embrace that property from Cherry Avenue to Dracena Street and from H Street to Oleander Avenue . City Clerk Instructed to Advertise for Bids for Loader for Street Dept. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City Clerk was instructed to Call for bids for one mechanical loader, the details to be furnished by the City Manager . Renort of Activities of Childrens Day Nursery. Upon a motion. by Hougham, seconded by ailchrist , the parties in charge of the Childrens Day Nursery were requested to submit a report covering the activities of the Childrens Nursery during the past year. Adjournment. Upon a motion .by Renfro , seconded by Hou4iam, the meeting adjourned. P� or f the Uity of Bakersfield, California. ATTEST . ty Clerk and Ex-officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 513 Bakersfield, California, July 19th, 1920 . Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, @alifornia, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. , July 19th, 1920. Present :Baughman,Gilchri.st,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro Wilson. Absent:Willow. Minutes of the regular meeting of July 12th, 1920, read and approved as read. Abandoning of Proposed Improvement of L Street from 8th to Truxtun. Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Hougham, protest entered against proposed improvement of L Street from the northerly line of 8th Street to the southerly Pane of Truxtun Avenue as covered by Resolution of Intention No. 367, was allowed and further pro- ceedings ordered discontinued by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Wilson. Nays: None. Absent:Willow. Hearing of Protests, Bond Issuance for Street Improvement, Street District No . 43. No protests being filed against the issuance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments for street improvements in Street District No. 43, on a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, the Council unanimously voted to defer further action on this matter until the next regular meeting . Hearing of Protests, Bond Issuance for Street Improvement, Street District No. 45. No protests being filed against the issuance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments for street improvements in Street District No. 45, on a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, the Council unanimously voted to defer further action on this matter until the next regular meeting. Opening of Bids for Official Advertising. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, bids sub- mitted to cover proposals for official City advertising and printing for the fiscal year ending June 30th, 1921, were publicly opened, 5 -4 July 19th, 1920 (Continued. ) examined and declared by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfrc) Wilson. Nays: None. Absent:willow. Bid Awarded to Daily Report. The following bids were received: The Bakersfield Californian, 60¢ per square for the first insertion and for each subsequent insertion. . The Bakersfield Morning Echo, 60¢ per square for the first insertion and for each subsequent insertion. The Daily"Report, 30� per square for the first insertion and for each subsequent insertion. Bid submitted by The Daily Report being the lowest re- sponsible bid, upon a motion by Hougham , seconded by Baughman, the award was given to the Daily Report by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hougham,Renfro,Wi'lson. Nays:Hinman. Absent: Willow. Permit Granted Ex-soldier to Give Acrobatic Performance . Upon a motion by Baughman, s econded by Renfro, Ernest Fults , an ex-soldier, was granted permission to give one ac- robatic performance on Saturday, July 24th, from the top of some building. Donation of Rent to Childrens ° Day Nursery . Report requested by the Council from the Secretary of the Childrens ° Day Nursery, showing the activities of that in- stitution, was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Houghmn seconded by Wilson, an allowance of $30.00 per month for one year was granted, to pay for the rent of the building occupied by the Nursery . Substitution of Bond for Cer- tified Check, Seagrave Co . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, surety Bond submitted by the Seagrave Company to cover 10 per cent of the contract price of furnishing and installing one 750 gallon centrifugal pump for Fire Equipment , was ordered substituted July 19th, 1920 (Continued. ) for the certified check at the present time held by the City Clerk and the Clerk was instructed to return the check to the Seagrave Company. Vehicle Stand Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham; L. 0. Van- deventer was granted permission to stand automobile rent car at 1523 F Street. Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Houg�aam, seconded by Baughman, the following rooming house permits were granted: L. 0 . Vandeventer, 1821-16th Street . J.Jausaand & A. Dusserre, Hotel Des Alpes, 723 Humboldt St. M. Anderson, 1201 M :Street. Pool Room Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughmai.,seconded by Hougham, the following parties were granted permission to conduct end maintain pool rooms at places specified: Roy L. Sprayberry & IV. M. Funderburk, 711 Sumner Street. Joe Moretti, 1813 K Street. Soft Drink '-'ermits Granted. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, the fol- lowing parties were granted permission to conduct and maintain soft drink establishments at places specified: R.L.Grimes & Essix Maddox, 912-11th Street. P. J. Pasquini & P. H. Brown, 1240-19th Street. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Houghmn, seconded by Renfro , claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Preparation of Amendment to Grease Trap Ordinance. Upon a motion by Hough am, seconded by Baughman, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an amendffient to the Grease Trap Ordinance in which it is to be provided: A Section to regulate the inspection of traps and also a Section to provide for a penalty for non-compliance with the provisions of the Ordinance. 51-ri July 19th, 1920 (Continued) . Permit to String Line of Lights. Upon a. motion by Wilson, seconded. b y Hougham, The Grogg Amusement Company were given permission to string a line of colored lights across Nineteenth Street from. The Bakersfield Opera House to the Kern County. Land Company Building, same to be of sufficient height so that it will not conflict with traffic . Proposed Purchase of Tree 8p ray. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Manager was instructed to investigate the merits of the various models of tree sprays and the cost of the various kinds and report his findings to the Council. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. / yor the City of Bakersfiel d,California . ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-oPficio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California. '{�' QQ 3� 8187 Bakersfield, California, July 26, 1920517 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P.M, , July 26th, 1920. Pre sent:Baughman ,Gilchrist,Hinman.Houghwri,Renfro ,Willow . Absent :Wilson. Minutes of the regular meeting of July 19th, 1920, read and approved as read. Bening Bids for Mechanical Loader, Uoon a motion by Willow, seconded by Baughman, all bids received to cover proposed furnishing of one mechanical , self- propelled loader for the Street Department, were publicly opened, examined and declared. Bids Laid Over. Bids from the following parties were received: Collins & Webb of Los Angeles. Smith, Booth, Usher Company, of Los Angeles. Spears,Wells Machinery Company, Inc. , of Oakland. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by. Gilchrist, the awarding of contract was laid over for one week. Bond Issuance for Street. District No. 43. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the Council voted to defer further action on the matter of the issuance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on property in Street Improvement District No, 43, until the next regular meeting. Bond Issuance for Street District No. 45. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the Council voted to defer further action, on the matter of the issuance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on property in Street Improvement District No. 45 until the next regular meeting. Subscription for Space in California State Fair Annual. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the matter of subscribing for space in the California State Fair 518 July 26th, 1920 (Continued. ) Annual for advertising purposes, was referred to the City Manager, he to use his own discretion as to whether the subscription should be made, Adoption of deed Resolution. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON CERTAIN STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PRIVATE PROPERTY WITH- IN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BAKEiSFIELD, A PUB- LIC NUISANCE, PROVIDING FOR THE GIVING OF NOTICE AND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING PROTESTS", was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman.Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham„Renfro,Willow. Nays:None, Absent :iWilson. Adoption of Ordinance No. 52 New Series. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, Ordinance No. 52 New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE REG- ULATING THE LAYING OF LATERAL SEWERS IN `IHE CITY 9' BAKERS- FIELD" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham„Renfro ,Willow. Nays :None. Absent :Wilson. Adoption of Ordinance No . 56 New Series. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Ordinance No . 56 New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AMEND- ING ORDINANCE NO. 397 ENTITLED, "ANT ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF GREASE TRAPS IN CERTAIN BUILDINGS AND PLACED WITHIN THE CITY OF BkcERSFIEI,D: MAKING THE VIO- LATION THEREOF A ivESDEMEANOR AND PROVIDING A PENALTY THEREFOR" . BY ADDING A NEW SECTION THE=?ETO TO BE KNOWN AS SECTION 30, was adopted as read by the: following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Vdillow. Nays :None. Absent:Wilson. C July 26th, 1920 . (Continued) . �� -� Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 368. Upon a motion by Hougham , seconded by Baughman, Resolution of Intention No . 388, entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO CHANGE THE OF9ICIAL CURB GRADE OF TWENTY-SEVENTH STREET AT A POINT 132 FEET EASTERLY FROM THE EASTERLY LINE OF K STREET" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hough am,Renfro Willow. Nays:None . Absent:Wilson. Legality of Printing and Advertising in Daily Report. City Atto m ey Grijalva stated to the Council that he had arranged to bring a test case before the Supreme: Court to decide as to whether official advertising and printing could be legally published in the Daily Report and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, the City Attroney and City Engineer were authorized to go to Los Angeles to handle the case . Extension of Time Granted for Completion of Improve- ment in Street and Sewer District No. 1. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded b y Willow, The Valley, Construction Company was granted an extension of sixty day°s time to complete improvement of Street and Sewer District No. 1. Request for Sidewalks and Curbs on South Side of California Ave- nue, Block 4 Westpark Addition. A petition signed by owners of approximately ninety per cent of the frontage on the south side of California Avenue , Block 4, Westpark Addition, asking that the Uouncil take the necessary steps to have sidewalks and curbs installed in front of tY-�eir property, was read to the Council , and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, it was laid on the table. 520 July 26th, 1920 ( Continued. ) Refund of Money Paid for Alley. Improvement not Done, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, refund was granted Ella Stoner, of $13.35 to cover amount paid to the City Engineer for Alley improvement which was not done, and the Auditor was instructed to issue a warrant to cover same, Refund of Taxes, Bakersfield Water Company, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, refund amounting to $892 .01 was granted the Bakersfield Water Co. to cover return of taxes which, by a decision of the Super- ior Court of Kern County , case No , 13365, was declared to be illegally collected, and the Auditor was instructed to issue a warrant in the above amount to the Bakersfield Water Company, Soft Drink Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by willow, the following parties were granted cermission to conduct and maintain soft drink establishments at places speci- fied: The Home Made Candy Co , , 806 Baker Street, H. T, Dillon, 1927 Chester Avenue. A. J. Blake, 960 Baker Street. Albert Ferear, Kosel Hotel, N & 19th Streets . Allowance] of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorizdd by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasur- er to cover same. Codifying of Ordinances and Revision of the City Charter. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Mrs. Lindgren, who at the present time is engaged in the codification of City ordinances and the revision of the City Charter, was instructed to appear at, the Council meeting July 26th, 1920 ( Continued. ) 521 to be held next Monday, August 2nd, 1920, and at that time to advise the Council as to what progress has been made and what the prospects are as to an early completion of the work. Adjournment. Upon a motion by willow, seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned. Q_i�vf Bake sfie M or the city of Bakers ield,Cali'ornia. ATTEST: City ,Clerk And Ex- fficio Clerk of the council of the City of Bakers- field, California. 522 Bakersfield, Califor^niq , August 2, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o "clock P.M. , August 2nd, 1920. Present: Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Absent:Baughman. Minutes of the regular meeting of ,July 26th, 1920, read and approved as read. Rejection of Bids for Me- - chanical Loader. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , all bids received covering proposals to furnish the City with one me- chanical, self-propelled loader, for use in the Street Depart- ment were rejected and certified checks accompanying same ordered returned. Proposed Street Improvement, Resolution of Intention No . 386, Laid Over. This being the time set to receive sealed bids cover- ing proposed Street Improvement covered by Resolution of In- tention No. 386, and no bids having been received, upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, the matter was laid over, Bond Issuance, Street District No. 43, Laid Over. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, the Council voted to defer further action on the matter of the is- suance of Bonds to cover unpaid. assessments on property in Street Improvement District No . 43 until the next regular meeting, August 9th, 1920 . Bond Issuance , Street District No . 45, Laid Over. Upon a motion by Nillow, seconded by Hougham, the Council voted to defer further action on the matter of the is- suance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on property in Street Improvement District 'No . 45 until the next regular meeting, August 9th, 1920 . ht8,487 5�3 August 2nd, 1920 (Continued. ) Unsafe Condition of North End of Baker Street, A verbal complaint was presented to the Council on so- count of the unsafe condition on the north end of Baker Street due to obstructions being situated in a place where injury might be caused to persons, or damage to vehicles, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willowo the City Manager was instructed to investigate the matter and report his findings to the Council. Protest Against School Buildings on E Street . A protest signed by J. A. Lynch of 1316 Oleander Avenue in regard to the Kern County High School erecting buildings on land set aside for Street purposes, was read to the Council and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the Street Superin- tendent was instructed to see that all structures on land set aside for Streets be removed. Rooming House Permit Granted, Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, Mrs. H.W. Sproule was granted permission to conduct and maintain a rooming house at 1526-21st Street . ' Permission Given to Erect Sign, Redlick Mercantile Co. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Redlick Mercantile Company was granted. permission to erect an illuminated. sign on their building at the corner of 18th and (Chester Avenue as per specifications filed with the City Clerk. Transfer, Rent Car License No. 2610, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , James D. Bronson was given permission to transfer rent car license No.2610 to L. B. Pickett. Reports of Reads of Departments Accepted, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, reports submitted by the heads of Departments showing revenue collected during the month of July, 1920, were accepted and ordered placed on file. 524 August 2nd, 1920 (Continued. ) Acceptance of Treasurer's Financial Report, Upon a motion b-Y Willow, seconded by Renfro, the Trea.s- urer°s Financial Report for the month of July, 1920, was ac- cepted and ordered placed on file , Acceptance of Assessment Diagram, Street & Sewer District No. 2 . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, assess- ment diagram submitted by the City Engineer covering assess- ment of Street and Sewer District No, l,was accepted. Adoption of Ordinance No , 57, New Series. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Hougham, Ordi- nance No, 57, New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AiuiENDING SEC- TION 9 OF ORDINANCE NO . 42, NEW SERIES, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE BUSINESS OF SELLING., SERVING, OR OTHERWISE DIS- POSING OF SOFT DRINKS, NON-ALCOHOLIC AND NON-INTOXICATING LIQUORS: REQUIRING A PERMIT THEREFOR: 14AKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MISDEMiEANOR AND PROVIDING A PENALTY THEREFOR" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist ,Hinman, Hougham,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson, Nays:None, Absent:Baughman, Adoption of Resolution. to Start Condemnation Proceedings, Park Properties. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, Reso- lution entitled: "A RESOLUTION FINDING /iND DETERMINING THAT PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING AND _'11AINTAINING A PUBLIC PARK AND PLAYGROUND BY THE CITY OF BAKERSFIE LD AND DIRECTING THE COX- MENCEMENT OF PROCEEDINGS TO CONDEMN THE NECESSARY LAND" , (property assessed to J. W, Young, in Block 216 ) , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,9dillow,Jrilson. Nays:None. Absent:Baughmane August 2, 1920 (Continued) . 525 Adoption_ of Resolution to Start Condemnation Proceedings, Park Properties. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled: f/.A RESOLUTION FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT PUBLIC IN- TEREST .AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROP- ERTY IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING APUBLIC PARK AND PLAYGROUND BY THE CITY OF BAKERS- FIELD AND DIRECTING THE COMMENCEMENT OF PROCEEDINGS TO CONDEMN THE NECESSARY LAND", (property assessed to C, Borsi, Block 21.6) was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Gilchrist ,Hinman,Ho ugham,Renfro ,Vaillow,Wi 1 son. Nays:None. Absent:Baughman. Adoption of Resolution to Start Condemnation Proceedings,Park Properties. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION FINDING AND DETERIdiINING THAT PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THAT ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING AND MAIN TAINING A PUBLIC PARK AND PLAYGROUND BY THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD AND DIRECTING THE COMWENCEIJiENT OF PROCEEDINGS TO CONDEMN THE NEC- ESSARY LAND" (property assessed to Union Lumber Company, Block 224) was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Wi.11ow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Baughman.. Adoption of 'Resolution to Start Condemnation Proceedings,Park Properties. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING AND MAIN- TAINING A PUBLIC PARK ANDPLAY GROUND BY THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD AND DIRECTING THE COMMENCEMENT OF .PROCEEDINGS TO CONDEMN THE NECESSARY LAND1° (property assessed to May S. Fox, Block 225) , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None . Absent: Baughman. 526 August 2nd, 1920 (Continued. ) Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls „ Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . . Purchase of Land from Kern County Land Co, for Park Purposes. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, the City Manager was instructed to confer with the Kern County Land Co. and ascertain as to the price which they would accept for that strip of land adjoining the present park site and to report his findings to the Council. Permission to Give Dance. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded. by Renfro , the California State Band was given pe nniss ion to have a dance on Truxtun Avenue east of Chester, on Tuesday evening , August 3rd. Opening of Union Avenue . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City Attorney was instructed to request the State Railroad Com- mission to give their sanction to open north Union Avenue, and to close Twenty-fourth Street crossing at the Southern Pacific tracks . Improvement of L Street , Calif- ornia to Truxtun Avenues. Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Willow, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the oiling, grading and curbing and sidewalking of L Street from California to Truxtun Avenues. Adjournment . Upon a motion bq Willow, seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned. 4 the it kyo y of Bakersfield,California. ATTEST , /' J City Clerk and Ex-o ficio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. Bakersfield, California , August 9th,AP 7 Minutes of the regular resting of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P. M. , August 9th, 1920. Present: Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hirman,Renfro Willow jilson. Absent :Hougham. Minutes of the regular meeting of August 2,1920 ,read and approved as read. Bond Issuance , Street District No. 43, Laid Over Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , the Council voted to defer further action on the matter of the issuance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on property in Street Improvement District No . 4.3 until tae nett regular meeting, August 16th., 1920. Bond Issuance, Street District No. 45, Laid Over, Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Renfro , the Council voted to defer further action on the matter of the issuance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on property in Street Improvement District No. 45 until the next regular meeting, August , 16th, 1920 . Adoption of Ordinance No. 58 New Series . It was moved by Baughman that Ordinance No. 58 New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE LEVYING UPON THE ASSESSED VALUATION OF THE TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF BAEE: SFIELD, A RATE OF TAXATION UPON EACH ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS OF VALUATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY lst, 1920 , AND ENDING JUNE 30th, 1921'", be adopted as read. Motion lost for the want of a second. It was moved by Willow, seconded by Renfro , that the Ordi- nance be adopted with the following corrections : That the le7r.,( for the General Fund be reduced from 9Od to 802X, and the Park Fund from 111 to SiX. Motion lost by the following vote: Ayes:Renfrojillow.Wilson. Nays:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,. Absent :Hougham. It was moved by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist that the Ordinance be adopted without any changes. Motion lost by the follow- ing vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hirman. Nays:Renfro ,9dillow .Wilson. Absent: Hougham. No protests were received against the removal of weeds as :per Resolution adopted July 26+ h, 1920 . ' August 9th, 1.920 {Continued, } Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Wilson, the Ordi- nance was adopted levying a tax of 88� for General Fund purposes and 9� for Park purposes, by the _following vote: Ayes:Baughman.Gilchrist ,H.inman ,TVilson. Nays:Renfno Willow, Absent:Hougham. Allowance of Claims arni Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . Adoption of Ordinance No. 59, New Series, Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, Ordinance No, 59 New Series, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE AvIENDING ORDINANCE NO, 55 NEF SERIES, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND IMPOSING MUNICIPAL LICENSES: PRESCRIBING HOEa AND BY `4"HOM LICENSES SHALL BE OBTAINED: '-- TAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A MLISI)KV_EANOR AIV'D PRE- SCRIBING A PENALTY THEREFOR, AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NOS, 36, 38,40 and 41 NEW SERIES," BY ADDING A NEW SECTION THERETO TO BE NUMBERED 23a" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Aves:Baughman;Gilchrist ,Hinman,Renfro ,Willow,Wilsoaa, Nays:None . Absent- Hougham. At this time Mr. Baughman retired. Adoption of Ordinance No . 609 New Series. Upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by 14111ow , Ordinance No . 60 New Series , entitled: 9°AN ORDINANCE KM ENDING SECTION 7 OF ORDINANCE NO . 55 NEFd SERIES, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND IMPOSING MUNICIPAL LICENSES: PRESECRJBINC HOW AND BY WHOM LICENSES SHALL BE OBTAINED: IMAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF 'A MIS- DEMEANOR AND PRESCRIBING A PENALTY THE=, . TFOR,, AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NOS. 36, 38, 40 and 41, NEW SERIES, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist,Hinman,Renfro,Willow,Wilson, Nays:None. Absent:Baughman,Hougham. August 9th, 1920 (Continued. ) ea � Adoption of Ordinance No. ol, New Series, Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, Ordinance No , 61 New Series, entitled: "AN ODINANCE REGULATING THE: USE OF PUBLIC STREETS AND THOROUGHFARES FOR. THE PURPOSE OF LAYING DOWN PIPES AND CONDUITS THzREIN AND MAKING CONNECTIONS THEREWITH, FOR INTRODUCING AND SUPPLYING TO THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD OR TO THE INHABITANTS THEREOF GAS, WATER , TELEPHONE, TELEGRAPH, FIRE ALARM, STEAM, MESSENGER OR OTHER PUBLIC SERVICE, AND REPEALING ORDI- NANCES NOS. 61, ill, 236, 273 and 275 OF 74H CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist,Hinman,Renf ro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Baughman,Hougham. Vehicle Stand Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Wilson, the follow- ing parties were granted permission to stand vehicles at places specified: Clyde Richey, 1896 Chester Avenue , W. P . Robertson, 40 ft.E, of N.E.Cor. 20th & Chester. Discontinuance of Street Work Under Contract by the City . It was moved by Renfro , seconded by Willow, that the City Manager be instructed to discontinue the present practice of doing Street work under private agreements with property owners . Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist ,Renfro ,Willow,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent : Baughman,Hougham. Declined to Vote: Hinman. or . Gilchrist at this time took the chair as presiding officer. Proposal to Revoke Telephone L Co. "s Permit. It was moved by Hinman, that permit held by the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co . to operate within the City of Bakersfield , be revoked. Motion lost for want of a second. 530 August 9th, 1920 (Continued) . Adjournment, Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the meeting adjourned. yor f the Cite of Bakersfield, alif rnia. ATTEST: � City Clerk and Ex of£icio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. Bakersfield, California, August 16th, 1920 . Minutes of the regular meeting of t?e Council of the City of' Bakersfield, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P.M. August 16th, 1920 , Present :Baughman,Giichrist , Hirsmar,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson,. Absent:Willow. Minutes of the. regular meeting of August 9th , 1920, read arx aoproved as read, Former Action of the Council Regarding Street Improvem� nt Rescinded. Upon a motion by Gilchrist , seconded by Hougham, action of the Council taker_ on August 9th, 1920 , instructing the Manager to discontinue entering into private agreements with property owners to make public improvements , was rescinded by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham. Naya:3enfro,Wilson. Absent:Willow. Bond Issuance , Street District No. 43, Laid Over. Upon a motion by HoLgham, seconded by Baughman, the Council voted to defer further action on the matter of the issu- ance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on property in Street Improvement District No . 43 antil the regular meeting of August 30th, 1920 . Bond Issuance, Street District No. 45, Laid Over, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded b y Baughman, the Council voted to defer further action on the matter of the issu- ance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on. property in Street Imorovement District No . 45 until the regular meeting of August 30td-, , 192,0. Rooming House Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Mrs. f M. R. Sutfin was granted Permission to conduct and maintain the Bakersfield Hotel at 1202-19th Street , Vehicle Stand Permit Granted. Uoon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, W. L Lewis was granted permission to stand automobile rent car at 1801 Chester Avenue. 53 August l6th, 1920 (Continued. ) Application for Rubbish Col- lecting Permit Laid Over. Application placed by J. W. Williams asking for permis- sion to collect and remove rubbish was submitted, and upon a motion_ by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the matter was laid over for one week. Adoption of Resolution to Remove vueeds . Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled: ""A RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON CERTAIN STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PRIVATE PROPERTY WITHIN TIME CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BAK:ERSFIELD, A PUBLIC NUISANCE, PROVIDING FOR THE GIVING OF NOTICE AND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING PROTESTS" . was adopted as read by the fol- lowing vote: Ayes:Baughman ,Gilchrist ,Hinman.Hougjian,Re afro ,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Willow. Adoption of Ordinance No .61 New Series. Unon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist , Ordinance No. 61, New Series, entitled: ".ART ORDINANCE AMEND- ING SECTION 9 OF ORDINANCE NO . 55 NEW SERIES, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND IMPOSING MUNICIPAL LICENSES: PRE- SCRIBING HOW AND BY WHOM LICENSES SHALL BE OBTAINED: MAKING THE VIOLATION HEREOF A NITISDEMEANOR AND PRESCRIBING A PENALTY THEREFOR, AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NOS. 36, 36, 40 and 41 Nhhi SERIES" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Binman,Hougham,Renfro,Wilson. Nays:Nane. Absent :Willow. Rubbish Matter. Mr. Hougham advised the Council gnat he had been ap- proached by a party who wished to enter into an agreement with the City to handle the City Dump. T;Ris nasty advised that he would be willing to pay an annual rental of a60O.00 and to furnish suitable bond for faithful performance, also ®� August 16th, 1920 (Continued. ) that he would agree to reclaim the Dump within twelve months time, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the matter was referred to the Committee a000inted to investigate rubbish disposal facilities and conditions . Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, cleiMS as audited. by the Finance Committee and nay rolls as authorized by the heads of Denartments, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same , Adiournment. Upon a motion by : Renfro, seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned. ill r of the City of Bakersfield,California, ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-o icio Clerk ofthe— Counci 1 of the C i ty of Bake rsf is id , California i 534 Bakersfield, California, August 23,1920 . Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, at eight o 'clock P.M. , August 23, 1920. Present:Baughman,Hinman,Hougham,Tilson. Absent : Gilchri st, Renfro jillow. Minutes of the regular meeting of August 16th, 1920 , read and approved ax rea& Pool Room Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, M. Secunza was granted permission to conduct and maintain a pool room at 601 Sumner Street, by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman,Hinman,Hougham ,Wilson. Nays:None . Absent: Gilchrist,Renfro .Willow. Permission Given to Erect Eight Electroliers . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Nilson, the Grogg Amusement Co. was given permission to install two orna- mental lamp posts and fixtures , duplicates of those in front _ of the California Market, in front of each of the following Theatres: Hippodrome, California, Pastime and. Bakersfield, the work to be done under the supervision of the Building In- spector and. the Street Superintendent. Extension of Time Granted to Complete contract , District No. 51. Upon a motion b7 Baughman, seconded. by Hougham , F. W. Nighbert was granted a 60 day extension of time to complete contract for the improvement of 24th Street between M and v Streets, known as Street District No . 51. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. August 23rd, 1920 (Continued. ) 530 Additional Week' s Time Granted Rubbish Dis- oosal Committee, Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Baughman, the Committee ay�bointed to investigate rubbish. disrosal matters were granted one additional week for further investigation. Installation of Sidewalks ,and Curbs, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Engineer was instructed to rrena-re plans and sreeifications to cover the :installation of curbs and sidewalks on the following Streets: City Flower, from Westerly/limits to Easterly City limits. Quincy, from Westerly City limits to Easterly City limits , Pacific, from Westerly City limits to West fine of Robinson Street . Oregon, from Westerly City limits to West line of Miller Strew. Nile, from Westerly City limits to West line of Williams St . Beale , from the South line of Lincoln Streit to Nobth line of Nile Street., Ad journme nt . Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned. MaOF of e Uity of Bake rsfield,Cal.ifornia. ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-o_ icio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California . 536 Bakersfield, California, August 30,1920, Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the �ounc'il Chamber of the City HA.11, at eight o 'clock P.M. , August 30th, 1920 . Present:Baughman,Hinman,rHougham, Renfro, Willson„ Absent: Gilchrist,Willow, Minutes of the regular meeting of August 23rd, 1920, read and approved as read. Bond Issuance, Street District No 43, Laid Cve:^. Upon a motion by Hougham,, seconded. b y Baughman, the Coun- cil voted to defer further action on the matter• of the issuance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on prooerty in Street Improvement District No , 43, until the regular meeting of Sent- ember 13th, 1920. Bond Issuance, Street District No. 45, Laid Over. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded b,g Baughman., the Coun- oil voted to defer further action on the matter of the issuance of Bonds to cover unpaid assessments on property in Street Improvement District No . 45, until the regular meeting o" September 13th, 1920 . Vehicle Stand Permit, Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, Geo . Barsotti was granted permission to stand automobile rent car at 503 0`ucrner Street. An_ orova.l of Assessment Diagram., Sewer District No,40 . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, assessment diagram for Sewer District No. 413, as suomitted by the City engineer, was approved. Transfer of Surplus Personal Property Collections from ,.Unapportioned. to Surplus Fund and Authorization to Issue Warrants. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded. by Renfro, the City Auditor was authorized to transfer the sum of $5404.30 from the Unapportioned Fund to the 1920 ersonal Property Surplus Fund, to cover excess collections on unsecured Personal Property � August 30th,1920 ( Continued. ) vf 3 7 for the year 1920, due to the rate being reduced. The Auditor was also authorized to issue warrants to the individual claimants to cover same. Communication from State Commission of Immigration and Housing. A communication fromthe State Commission of Immigration and Housing inviting Municipal officials to submit recommendations for changes in the State Housing Acts and other building recommendations, was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the matter was referred to the City Manager and the Building Inspector for handling . Allowance: of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Houghun, seconded by Baughman,claims as audited by the "inane Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Installation of Curbs and. Sidewalks on Kentucky St. Upon a, motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the City Bnginner was instructed to prepare plans and soeeifications to cover the installation of curbs and sidewalks on Kentucky Street from the easterly line of Baker Street to the westerly line of Beale Avenue . Ordinance to be Prepared to Running Water from Roofs . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an. Ordinance to make it necessary to discontinue the practice of running water on roofs . Hoc'rheime:r & Co . Ordered to Remove Structures . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Clerk was instructed to notify Hoehheimer & Go . to remove tem- porary structures erected on prop rty in Block 244, to comply with the orovisions of Ordinance No.10 New Series. Motion carried by the following vote : Ayes: Baughman,Hinman,Hougham,Vvilson. Yays:Renfro . Absent :Gilchris.t ,Nillcw. 538 August 30th, 1920 (Continued. ) Expense of Removing Street Light Posts . Mr. Benson advised the Council that the Light and Power Company are agreeable to placing new Street Light Poles, but do not think that they should bear the expense of moving; the polls after same have already been erected. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the San. Joaquin Light & Power Corporation was instructed to present a claim against the City for this work. Offer on Additional Property for Park Site . Mr . Hinman advised the Council that the Union Lumber Company have made an offer to convey a piece of property owned by them, adjoining the Southeast part of the property recently acquired for park purposes by the City , for the sum of $8500.00, and upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the matter was referred to the Park Committee . Charter Amendments. It was moved by Hougham, that the Bake rxf ie ld Commer- cial Club be invited to attend the first reading of the pro- posed Charter amendments on next Tuesday evening, September 6th, 1920. Motion lost for want of a second. Opening of Union Avenue Crossing . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Nilson, the City Attorney was instructed to communicate with the Railroad Commis- sion and endeavor to receive permission fcV the opening of Union Avenue crossing over the Southern. Pacific; tracks and the closing of the Sacramento Street crossing. -Ad,jourrment. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the meeting adjourned. or t he Cit a Bakersfield.,Californ.ia. City Clerk_ and Ex-Cf icio Clerkk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, Calfforn.ia . Bakersfield, California Sept. 7,1920. 539 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. September 7th, 1920 ,, Present: GiIchri st,Hinman ,Hougham,Renfro jIIson. Absent : Baughman,G'Til.l aw. Minutes of the regular meeting of August 30th read andC approved as read. Vehicle Stand Permits Granted, Upon a motion by Gilchrist , seconded by Hougham, the following parties were grante& permission to stand automobile rent cars at places specified: Chas. Ball , 1919 Chester Avenue , A. Marquez , 525 Sumner Street . Permits Granted to Conduct Soft Drink Stands. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the following parties were granted permission to conduct and maintain soft drink establishments at places specified: Owen Callahan & S. Crookshank, 809 Baker Street . A. Giboney, & T. B. Hanley, 1919 K Street . Reports of Monies Collected. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by 'hilson, reports submitted by the heads of the several Departments , showing monies collected for the month of August , 1920 , were accepted and ordered placed on file. Treasurer's Financial Report . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the City Treasurer' s Financial Report for the month of .August, was ac- cepted and ordered placed on file . Adoption of Rrdinance No .63, New Series. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, Ordinance No . 63 New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING 1'HE OFFICES OF CHIEF DEPUTY ASSESSOR AND ASSISTANT DEPUTY ASSESSORS: PRESCRIBING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO .301" 0 was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Gilchrist ,Hinman,Eougham,Renfro jilson. Nays:None. Absent:Baughman,Willaw . 540 September 7,1920 (Continued. ) Refund of License Fee , t ion a motion by Renfro , seconded by iilson, Geo .W. Price, of 1725 Chester Avenue, was granted a refund of $25.00 covering amount paid for license to conduct Insurance business, and the Auditor was instructed to issue a warrant to cover same. Anproval of Map Showing - Subdivision of Kizziar Tract, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist , map submitted showing a subdivision of a Tract of land known as the Kizziar Tract, was approved by the following vote: Ayes: Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro ,Tdailson, Nays:Hinman . Abser_t: Baughman, Willow. Allowance of Claims . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, claims as audited by the Finance Committee, were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Anolication of Suburbanite to Connect with City Sewer, An application placed by A. n, Johnson, located at 241 L Street , requesting that he be given the privilege of connecting with the City Sewer, was read to the Council and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded. by Gilchrist, the City Clerk was instructed to refer the matter to the Kern County Board of Sunervisors. Citation to Annear. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, Louis .400rstein, Manager of the Army Surplus Property Store , was cited to appear before the Oauncil at eight o 'clock P.M. , September 13th, 192) , then and there to show cause why license obtained by him to conduct a general business , should not be revoked. September 7, 1920 (Continued) . 54T Acceptance of Agreement to Convey a Strip of Land to the City by the Kerr County Land Co. for Paris Puroo'ses , Mr. Benson advised the Council that he had conferred with the Kern County Land Comnany in regard to the purchase by t'rie City of a strip of land 17.55 feet wide, running along the Easterly line of Block 215, for the sum, of $250.00, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by hilson, the bouncil voted. to accept the land at that figure , by the following vote: Ayes : Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hcugnam,Renfro,Wilsor_. Nays : None. Absen.t:Baughman ,Willow . Proposed Charter Amendments . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , communi- cations received from representatives of the Parent-Teacher Association and from a committee of business men, relative to suggested changes in the existing Charter, were accepted and ordered placed on file . Reading of Proposed Charter Amendments . It was moved by Houghs�m, that the reading and discussion of proposed Charter amendments be laid over for one week. Motion lost for want of a second. Reading of Proposed Charter Amendments . Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Hougham , the reading and discussion of proposed Charter amendments , was laid over until a meeting to be called at 7: 30 P. I. , Wednesday , September 15th, 1920 , Adjournment . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned . Mayor of the its* of Bakersfield,Cali.fornia. ATTEST. City Clerk and Ex-officio Clerk of the Council of the City* of Bakersfield , California. 542 Bakersfield, California, Sept.13,1920, Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P .M. September 13tn,1920. Present: Baughman, Gilchrist, Hougham, Renfro , Absent: Hinman, Willow, Wilson. Renfro acts as presiding officer. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Renfro took the chair as presiding officer. Minutes of the regular meeting of September 7,th,1920 read and approved as read. Army Surplus Property Store Matter Laid Over, The hearing of Louis Moorstein, Manager of the Army Surplus Property Store who was cited to appear before the Council at this regular meeting was laid over until B o 'clock P .M. September 20th,1920. Adoption of an Order Providing for the Issuance of Bonds, Street Dist,No .43.. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, an Order entitled: " AN ORDER PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF STREET IMPROVEMENT BONDS , DESCRIBING THE DENOYINATION OF SUCH BONDS AND OF THE INTEREST COUPONS ATTACHED THERETO" was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman, Gilchrist, Hougham, Renfro, Nays: None. Absent: Hinman, Willow, Wilson, Adoption of an Order Providing for the Issuance of Bonds , Street Dist, No, 45. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, an Order entitled: " AN ORDER PROVIDING FCR THE ISSUANCE OF STREET IMPROVEMENT BONDS, DESCRIBING T-:E DENOMINATION OF SUCH BONDS AND OF THE INTEREST COUPONS ATTACHED ThERETO" was adooted as read by the following vote: Ayes : Baughman, Gilchrist, Hougham, Renfro. Nays: None. Absent: Hinman, Willow, Wilson. 543 September 13,1920 ( Continued) Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, the following parties were grants? permission to conduct and maintain hotels and rooming houses at places specified: Mrs . Ella Wynne, The Ardmore Hotel , 1921 I Street, Lucy Hacker. , The Midland Hotel, 1322 l9th Street, v .A..Iohnson., The Angelus Rooms , 1920 I Street. Adoption. of Ordinance No .64 N.S. Upon a notion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman., Ordinance No. 64 Ner Series entitled: AN ORDINANCE ENFORCING THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE EIGHTEEN OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES, PROHIBITING THE MANUFACTURE, SALE, STORAGE, SERVICE, GIFT, TRANSPORTATION, IMPORTATION OR EXPORTATION OF INTOXICATING LIQUORS FOR BEVERAGE PURPOSES; REGULATING ALL OTHER TRAFFIC IN SUCH LIQUORS; CREATING A FUND FOR THE EN- FORCHMENT <ERE'OF; AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION HEREOF.'' was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes; Baughman, Gilchrist, Hougham. Nays: None . Declined to vote: Renfro. Absent: Hinman, Willow, Wilson. Permit Given Western Union Telegraph Co . , to Place Telegraph Line. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the Western Union Telegraph Compan;, were given permission to place a pole line along the south side of 16th Street between Oak and D Streets . Allowance of Claims . Upon a :notion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . Approval of Assessment Diagram Street District 70 . 51 < Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, assessment diagram for street district No ,.51 was approved as submitted. Adjournment Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. ATTEFT: / Mayo r/`;� UTTY $�ii a ;zi; "i c to tle rk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, Cal. 544 Bakersfield, California, Sept.20,1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Fall at eight o 'clock P .M. September 20th,1920. Present: Baughman, Gilchrist, Hinman, Hougham, Renfro, Nilson. Absent: Willow. Minutes of the regular meeting of September 13th,1920 read and approved as read. Army Surplus Property Store License Revoked. This being the time set to hold a hearing relative to the license held by the Army Surrj.us Property Sto»e, and Mr. L. Moorstein, or his representative not being present, upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist the license held to conduct the business was revoked by the following vote. Ayes: Baughman, Gilchrist, Hougham, Wilson. Nays: Renfro. Declined to vote: Hinman. Absent- Willow. Notifications to Secure S£+cond Hand Permits . Upon a motion by Baughman., seconded by Hougham, the City Clerk was instructed to communicate with the managers of the Pacific Sales Company and the Army Surplus Property Store and advise them that if they are dealing in second hand goods to make application to the Council for second hand permits .at once. Vehicle Stand Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Wilson, the following parties were granted permission to stand automobile rent cars at places specified: D.L.Foot.e , 1420 Eighteenth Street, Mrs . M.V.Lackey, 40 feet W. of' SJT. Cor. 20th and Chester, A.S .Lafrankie, 1E04 Chester Ave. , Ray Tice, 1606 Chester Ave. Resolution Ordering Closing of Alley in Block 347. Upon a motion by Ho?xgham, seconded by Gilchrist, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CLOSING TO THE PUBLIC THE ALLEY RUNNING EASTERLY AND WESTERLY IN BLOCK. 347 FROM THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF P STREET TO THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF Q STREET, IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD " was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman, Gilchrist, Hinman; Hougham, Renfro, pdilson. Nays: None . Absent: Willow. 545 September 20,1920 ( Continued) Resolution Ordering the Closing of a Portion of Chico Street; and Alley in Block 224, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, Resolution entitled: tPRESOLUTION ORDERING THE CLOSING TO THE PUBLIC THAT PORTION OF CHICO STREET FROM THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF 'UNION AVENUE TO THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF SONORA STREET AND THE ALLEY RUNNING EASTERLY .AND WESTERLY IN BLOCK 224 FROM THE EAST- ERLY PROPERTY LINE OF UNION AVENUE TO THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF SONORA STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" . was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: Baughman, Gilchrist, Hinman, Hougham, Renfro, Wilson. Nays: None , Absent: Willow. Allowance of Claims and Payrolls. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by thr heads of .Departments , were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Approval of Assessment Diagram Street .District. No .52 . Upon a motion by Houghan, seconded by Renfro, Assessment Diagram covering assessments in Street District No .52 was ap- proved as submitted by the City Engineer. Anorova.l of Map Showing Miler & Lux Subdivision Number 1. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , Map showing; a subdivision of Blocks 2511 252, 267 and 268 into a Tract to be known: as Miller & Lux Subdivision NO . 1 was approved as submitted. Purchase of Broperty from Union Lumber Co. for Park Rurnoses. Mr. Hougham, of the Park Committee informed the Council that the Union Lumber Company have agreed to accent the sum of Q9 500.00 for their piece of property adjoining the Southeast art of the land recently acquired for ,park purposes , and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the City Clerk was instructed to re- quest the Union Lumber Company to .furnish the necessary dead and he City Attcrney was instructed to withdraw condemnation suit as soon as pro.oerty is conveyer_ to the city„ Motion carried by the following vote: 1i.;;Fes: Baughman, Gilchrist, Hinman, Hougham, Henfro, Wilson. Nays: None , Absent: Willow. 6 September 20,1920 (Continued) Fox Property Matter Referred to Park Committee. City Attorney Grijalva informed the Council that he thought that an offer of "$4,000.00 for that piece of property owned by Mrs .M.S .Po:x adjoining the present park site on the west would be accepted and upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Hougham, the matter was re- ferred to the Park Committee . Licenses to be Collected on Vending Machines . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance providing for the licensing of Vending machines which require a coin of a Value of five cents, or over to operate. Change Ordered in License Ord.No .55 N.S . Uaon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Attorney was instructed to amend License Ordinance No.55 N.S. so that the ordinance would pro-ride for a license to be placed on offices used by professional men instead of on the profession itself as at present. Adjournment, Upon a motion by Baughman„ seconded by Renfro , the meet- . adµonrned. Q Mn r 5 t.l'e City Q tlakers`'ield., ;a I-ornia. ATTETT: City C3e/'frk and T ff c o Clerk- of the Council of the City of.. Bakersfield, California. 1't8a8� �,�L�. Bakersfield, California , September 27, 1920*a Minutes of the regular neotinF of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. September 27th, 192C. Present:Baughman,Giichrist,HirTian ,Houg am,Reofro ,Willors. . A` sent:`;'il son. Minutes of the regular ,meeting of Sentember 20t,h, 19207 read and approved as read. Secondhand Permits Granted. U-,K)n P. motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, the Pacific Sales Co . of 1621-19th Street, and the Army surplus Prenerty Store , of 1320-19to Street , were granted ne"_'mission to deal in secondhanr" goods . ?ermit Granted to Conduct Inintain Rapid Parcel Delivery . Upon a motion by Ba�Zhman, seconded by Willow, Glen B. Clark was granted _permission to conduct and maintain a parcel deliver;; with headquarters to be located at 2026 Chester Avenue . Vehicle Stand Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Renfro, the follow- ing parties were granted permission to stand motor vehicles at places snec:ified: T.B, Hoffman, 1412-18th Street , C. Ensworth , 40 ft . N. of NW. Cor. 19th &r. N Streets , 0 . M. Thomas , 1916 Chester Avenue. Jose Jaurez , 713 Sumner Street. Adoption of Ordinance No . 65„ New Series ., Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, Ordinance No . 65 New `series , entitled: "Al ORDIGANCE ESTA3nISHING THL OF'FICIAr GRADE ON FIT nR SIDE OF D STALYT 132 FLnT 707H OF THE SOUTHnRLY LItJh 4FV JJ. (11 �,ENII-'. CI1lIEI IN V H ` Tf V OF B( XksRSFT_.".:1'�' ,waJ ac.cot.ed as read- by the following vote : Ayes : Baughman,Gi lchri st lHinmia:'..j oUgham ,Renfro ,i4i!low. Nays: None . Absent :Wilson. Adoption of Order Providing for Imorovement Bonds , Street Dist . No . 46. No ,, .: rrcte r ,s "a-ra.�g been res;e:ved=== Upon a motion. by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , Order 58 Seotember 27th, 1920 (Continued. ) entitled: 1EAN O;DY: ? ?I30VIDIXG F'CB THL !S`3UANC^' OF STRE'Pli IIJ- PROVEIVIENT BONDS, DESCRIBING THL DEN01MINATiCIN OF 4ICP1 BONDS AND OF T"_- E 1NThREST COU?Oid'F' ATTACHED was s , a adopted. a .read by the folloiging vote : Ayes :Ba.ughmar Gilch rist Ti inman,Hougham,-Renfro ,?rillow. Nays: None. Absent:Wilson. Adoption of Order P ',oviding for Issuance of Imoroverient Bonds Street DiEtrict No. 48. No protests having been Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , Order entitled: "AN ORDER P-30VIDING rO'3 T;,is TS"?JAN`CE OF STIRIsET IIAD':iOVhiiiENT BO_ DS, DEFTT LBIPG THE' D.LTOIlINATi'ON OF SUCH BONDS r!ND OF T?I n, TtiTIERES`I' COUPONS ATTAC?'_FD THERETO" , was adopted as read by t- e fol"owil rxz vote : Ayes : Bautklman,Gilchrise ,Hinman,Hougn.am,Renfro,Willoi . Nays:None . Absent :VI'Llson, Acceptance of Report. of Certi- fied Accountant, Period. harsh 1st to June 30th, 1920 . Report submitted by 77alter K. Ieitc;,ell, Certified. Accountant , covering audit, of the City books from I+"larch ist, to June 30th, 1920, was read to the council and. aion a motion br Renfrri , seconded by :'you na^ , same was accer.,t.ed and ordered rlaced on file . Allowance of Claims and lair Rolls . Upon a motion by 'Willow, seconded by Renfro, claims as audited by the rinance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were 9113wEd any: the Auditor instructed to drab warrants, on the T»ea:urer to cover same . Cotton Carnival Celebration. Irtr. Chas. johnson, SeC!Ietary of the Board. of Trade addressed tPe Council and. reouested tr -,t. they give all as- sistance possible to make the Cotton Carnival Celebration a success . ' n3n a. motion by Renfr-c , seconded by Willow, the City I'1'anager was -instructed to co-0-erate twi'Uh tfle .;CJ'.erSOI'S handling tPtie celebrati3n and to d.a whatEver is needed on the 1�t8�8? 549 Sentember 27th, 19PO (Continued. ) part of the City not in conflict with the City Ordinances . Increase in Rates Granted Bakersfield ;'water Company. Mayor Hinman brought to the attention of the, Council information tha t an increase In water rates had been allowed by the Railroad Commission, to be exacted: by the Bakersfield Water Works, but, ttqt no hoa"'ing had beer grgnted the Consumers by the Commission before fixing the new rate , and _iron e notion by Bau"htnar seconded by "enfro,, the City Attorney was instructed to take Kkatevor oteos are, neoessary to arevent the increased rates from: going; into effect zo far as they pertain to water service within the City limits until such time as the Gol'sumers are granted time to file protest an... be heard befo:,- v the Com- mission, Motion carried by t,'',e following-vote: Ayes: Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Houg am,Renfro . Nays :TWi l low. Absen.t0ilson. Adoption of Ordinance No . 66 New series . ilcon a motion b',% Willow, seconded by Baughman, Ordinance No , 66 New Series , entitied: '?AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE OFFICIAL CURB GRADES ON Ths VORT� ,:,:;LY CURB IN QUINCY o Y !NT 7SECTION ;:'I`t_ _. L_E.. hSTE7.17 CITE' LIMITS, AND 0 • Ti.-iE S' ..:J`?I.-iEIRLY CURB LINE OF QUINCY STRPST AT !T2 KT 'RIECTION " ITH THE '7_` TERLY CITY _ IMI :'S: ON THY 7071Ho7hY C77B !T TE OF PACIFIC STR AT ITS INTrASICTION 71TH TF,ih' V r ThRiY CITY LIMITS, AND ON THE 07THERLY CU7B LINE 0'^ PACIFIC SL50T AT ITS iNTIPSECTION . ITH THE 71ESTEFiLY CITY ITr2IT" c,ND ALSO Or THE TDRTivRLY CUB LINE OF FLOWE? STREET AT ITS VT42SECTION TIt.. T_'^: , . _TI jry CITY LIb7ITS, ANIN OV' ". F0UThT7LY CURB l . V_ OR FLOITR STP' 5,T AT ITS TNT! 77NCTION 71TH T _R EASTFFLY CITY LIMITS, ALL IN THE CITY OF BAI LRSF1E?TJ'" ,was ,adore} d as read by the follornng vote- P!ay s: None Absent . . ilson. r' 550 September P7th, 1990 ( Con inued. v Adoption. of Plans & `recifications Street .TmTrcver.ent District No . 63. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Villas, Resolu- tion entitled: "RESOLUTION G,DOPT, NG ?L.t? ,� AND 7FIFCTFICATION: FOR PROPOSED ^,""CET IMPROVEMENT OVEMENT ON Ch TATN PORTIONS OF NILES STRI T , 07 GON STifA,,1I' , PACIFIC STREET: QUTNCY STREET , FLOWER `"TREET , BEALE AVENUE AND KENTUCKY ST -FFT , IN T-E CITY OF BAKRRS- FIELD" , was adopted as read by the faTlo7ind vote : .yes : Bnoghman,Gilchrist ,Hismr, :,Ho:igham,Penfro,Wil!ow. Nays: A?one . Abse?", Wilson. Adoption of Resolution of In- tention No , 3E9 . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , Reso- lution of Intention No , 389 entitled:ed : "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION 70 IMPROVE TTOFE C^ RTAIN C TTONS OF—NILES STR:: hT9 OREGON STREM PACIFIC. STRh T 9 C UINCY STREET, PID RY. STREQ, B ALE AVr;T., UE AVD KENTliCKY RIFT , IN T`h CIT'?" CIP B _iRSTIFLD, COUNTY OF TE?N, F?TfiTE OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO . e3" ,wa.s ,adonto? ad read by the follow:ir�g vote: Aye.S : Ba.uglman,Gilchrist Pr,_lov: ,Hinman,xouE am ,Renfro, ? w. Nays . Nons . Absent:Wi1son. Ad j o u rnmer.t . Upon a motion by Baugrmar, seconded. by 'Hougham, the meeting adjourned. .Phil 1 _ O +. .P ; j B�.K® yfl rI ,C^j 7.0rhia. ATTEST : City Clem and Fx-cfficio C enk of one Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 9 B kessfield ,C li_fornia,Octo'ber 4,103 , 3 , Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the 'City of Bakersfield , California, held in the Jo ..nci . Chamber :of the City Pll at eight .o 'clock P .M. , C tober 4 h, 1920 . Present : Ba' ghman,Gil chr t,Bin1 n.Bo1<gYIEy,Renfro,Willow. Absenh„?,i7ilson. Terinates of the regular meeting of Se`:,tember 27ta , 192C, read and a7proved as ,'read . Adoption of Resolution Ordering Street iTii`J'rovelTent Ards De- livered to Contractor, Cover- ing Un"oaid ksse>;;ments ,Stree ,. District No.. 43. Unon a .motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, Res0lUtion ordering bonds delivered to contractor to cover Unpaid assessments for `'tree`,. Korovemert in Ktreet District No . 43, 47/c-s adopted as read by the following vote : Aye : BaUg'_?manrGi Calri Stye inman,Houg'riao,RenfrGyTi low . Plays: Zone. Abse.nt:7 i lon. Mr. bilson at .,:i. is tine made his appearance. Adoption of Resolution Ordaring Bonds Delivered to Contractor to rover Unpaid Assessments for Street imago:nerent of Street District No . 4Z. Upon a motior. by Willow, seconded by a1ou.Ua?.:am , aeso ut .on ordering bonds delivered to contractor to cover Unpaid assessments for Street, . orove^:e i, in r'i.root District No .4.5, as adopted as read by the following Vote: Ayes : Baughman,Gil chri at /r17.n:?i.�l-?"_�.:'OU�' .a.,":IT 3e Y?f?^o y'/'d�i l3Qi4'�, Wilson. ?a;ys ; 1Its t`E- , Abseni: None. Handling of City Dump. An .gxJ-ola3ation alaced by Laz Iaortto',ys to handle the "i'd.'y' D1i= an tc -, ay the Gi'ty 600' 10 ;fie%' year for the wri` ilege of so doing, was read to the Wounc it and after some discussion, Lii+73n 2. motion be Gilchrist, seconded by s gn aFs the City Clerk was b stru'.t^.'.d to advertise for bids to condli_'Lt and maintain and re- claim the city Dumas for one year, the Uitf h n Sor to furnish the Clerk with the necessary data. Motion carried by the following vote; Ayes: Gilt°rist,Ho S am ,lenfro, lil nor , ilson. Nay :Bali.�'_(1"".any'i i"i'.an. Ab ser?t I None . Oct . 4th, 192i ( Continued. ) Comnlaint from 'Rubbish Collectors. A letter signed by three of the rubbish colle ctors demanding that they be e l lowed 02, 00 ter day each to reim- burse them for time devoted to serara' ing paper from rub- bish, was read to the Council , and upon a motion by Houlham, seconded by Tillor, the communication was ordered placed on file . Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a. motions by Willow , seconded by Baughman , the following parties were :ranted n8rmiosion to conduct ,and. maintain hotels and rscming Mouses at places specified- Yrs . M. Smith , hotel Decatur,2027 -19th Street. U„ . Fish, 1201-20th street . Louis Chauvet & Virgile Grimaad,Universal hotel , 711 Humboldt. Street. Oerm:i_ts to Conduct Taft Drink Establishments ,Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman , seconded b7 Willow, the following parties were granted permission to eonduct and `'' maintain softdrink establishments at places specified: L oi. is Cnasrew �.�.. irgile :rimaud,71? Humboldt St. E. M. Dickens, 1916 L Street . S. Tappie Barboa , 1931 L Street . Vehicle Sta,0 Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, the following parties were granted permission to stand automo- bile rent cars at places specified: Joseph Topper, 1907 Chester Avenue. S. A. Love , 1915 Chester Averue ,. Thor . J . Stephens ,1414-18th Street . 0. IM , T'^;o°aas , 1806 Chester Avenue. Reports of Monies Collected, Month of September, 1920. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Hougham, re- ports of monies collected during the month of Qrtember, 1920 , submitted by the various heads of Departments , ,were accepted and ordered placed on file. Acceptance of Treasurer's Financial Report. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded , by Hougr.am, the Treasurer's financial report for the month of Ser,tember, 1920, was accepted and ordered laced on file„ e- October 4th, 1920 . 4ontinued. ) 0)53 Adoption of Ordinarne NO 67,New Series . Upon a motion by Renfro , Seconded by J]illov , Ordinance No . 67, New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE ADDING A NEW SECTION TO BE Q0 N A . TECTION 23b, 10 WDINANCE NO . 55 NET SETTH? s IMPOSING li4UNICIPAL LICENTES ON D FCHANIOPL AND SLOT VENDING MACHINES, AND RWEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PATS OF ORD.i- NANCES IN CONFLICT ! &ITEE" ,Naas adopted as read by the following Vote: Ayes: Bany.amyn,Gllchrist ,Hin7: o ,N.ot.ighao,Renfrc , illoP,Wil,_on., Nays : None . Absent: None . Adoption of Ordinance No. 68,New Series . Upon a motion. by Baughman , seconded by Renfro , Ordinance No . 68, New Re ies, entitle :: "rN ORDINANCE MENDING SUBCIVI: ION b OF SECTION 16 OF ORDINANCE NO . 55 NEW S KR.T.ES, ENTITLED ITLED 1AAN ORDI _'ANCE REGULATING AND IMPOSING MUNTCTFAL LICENRES: PRE- SCRIBING KO`v4 AND BY 1HOM LICENSr„"_ SKALL B6 OBTAINED: MAKING THE VIOLATION PhIsOF A. MTSDIMEANOR AYD PRESCRIBING A PENALTY THFYREF'OR, AND '_L-2hALING ORDSNFf LACES NOS .36,38,40 and 41 NEW Sniw" was adopted as real by the following `tote: Ayes:BaU.ghman,Gilch gist,Hinman, 'oughan,Renfro,"Iillow,Wilson. Nays: None. Absent$:: idone . Adoration of Resolution Accenting Grant of Land from S .H . and H. F. Mullett, to be used for Pare Purposes . i7cor: a motion by 'pillow, seconded by Wilson, Resolution entitled: "WOLUTION ACOE'PTING GRANT CONTAINED IN DEED DATED SE'TEWSR 29 ,1920 , V =EIN ,J . H. MALLETT and HAR.RIET ri . MALLETT, HIS TIFE. CONVEY C •:"TAIN 35PL ??O?HRTY TO TEE CITY OF BAx:ER.S- FTILD AND DIRECTING AWDITOR TO DR11 TA !ANT" ,was adopted as read by the following Vote: Ayes.Bal --, man Gilchris# 3-.T1&nT O F :3T ,Re O, Y31i 9! ,N 7.1°>03T, Nays:None. Absent:None. 554 October 4th,192O, ; Contin:ued , ; Adoption of Resolution Accepting Plans and Specifications Street District No . 57. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, Res- olution entitled: "RED'.OLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICAKONS FOR: PROPOSED STREET .M? OVEY NT ON T_ AT PORT .ON OF SIXTEENTH H STREET FROM TSL WESTERLY LINE OF CRESTED AVENUE TO T E WEST- !RLY LIKE OF B STREET: ALSO THA7 PORTION OF G STREET FACM T+E S T 'E TY LINE OF EIGHTEENTH TO 'L- .. N U r v LINE F FIFT'EF:NTH STREET AND ALSO THAT PORTION OF D STREET FRD M THE SOOTE RLY LINE OF NINhTEENTK STRIF;T TO A LINE 132 FEET _ . SOUTHERLY FROM T � `_'��U1.rrLY LIN! OF SIX:'LEJ`dA.'P SiRr r:T IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" ,was adopted as read by the follow- inS vote : Ayes:Biughman,Gil.christ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Willaw,Wilson. Nags : Nore . Absent:None „ Adoption of Resolution of Intention No . 390. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by rou3 am, Reso- lution of Intention No ., 390, enti.tled:RE'SOLUTION OF INTEN- TION TO IMPROVE THAT PORTION OF SIXTEENTH S"'RRcT FROM THE WESTERLY LINE OF CHESTER AVENUE 70 T_i:f;: r S E'iLY LINE OF B - r.. l.. �..C . ALSO 1dT ?ORTION OF J .,r_ '.Q FROM TO_ SOUTHE7EY LINE; OF EIGHTEENTH STREET TO THE NO TE&LY LINE OF FIFTEENTH STREET A:D ALSO THAT PORTION OF D STREET FR0M THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF NINETEENTH STREET 'I'O A LINE 132 FEET SOUTHERLY FROM TFA TOU:T]VE:RLY LINE OF S XT;ENTH ST EIT IN T Q CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, COUNTY OF KERN, STATE OF-CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS STREIT DISTRICT NO . 57 AND T) ISSUE BONDS IN PAY- ,. iv:E,v.. THEREFOR" . was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes :Buughman,Gilchri st,Hinma:noHougham,Renf ro ,Willow,t'vilson. Nays: None . Absent : Nore. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls , Upon a motion by Hourham, seconded by Nii_1ow, claims Ps audited by the Finan3e Commi.ttee, and nay rolls ?s Puthor- `_Zed by the heads of Denar'tments , were allowed and the Auditor October 4th, 1-920 ( Continued, ) 500 in trjclled to dram warrants on the Treasurer to Cover same „ SY)aee, Set Aside for Cnmmercial Zone, Uoon a motion by Ho gham, seconded by Renfro, the City Engineer was instructed to orenare clans and snecifi.catior.s from data to be furnished by the City '!'ilanager, Crovid.- g for land to be set aside paralleling the Santa Fe and Southerin Pacific Railroads , to be Used for commercial ournoses only. Revision of the CY:crte:n. :,loon a motion_ by Renfro , seconded by Willow , pro,00sed Amenciraents to t-,e exi.stinz Cho rter are to be taken up as a scecial order of business at the regular meeting of the Council on October 11th, d,0').r nen 1, cn. a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by 'Willor, t_le meetiniT adJoarned. Q kJo re £ the amity o£ Bakers£Lel.d,Calif'ornia . City Clerk and Ex-a££acio 'UIerk of the Council of the City of Bake rsfieid ,Cali-fo .nia„ 55943 Bakersfield, California, October llth, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of tie City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. October lath, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilehrist,Hinman,Renfro . Absent :Hougham, Willow, Wilson. Minutes of the regular meeting of October 4th, 1920, read and approved as read. Adoption of Order Providing for Issuance of Street Im- provement Bonds, Street and Sewer District No.. 1. No protest having been received, upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, an order providing for the issuance of Street Improvement Bonds, describing the denomina- tion of such bonds and of the interest coupons attached thereto, covering unpaid assessments for improvement of Street and Sewer District No. 1, covered by Resolution of Intention No. 371, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Renf ro . Nays:None; Absent:Hougham,Willow,Wilson. Permission Granted Childrens Home Society to Have Tag Day. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, the Childrens Home Socety of California was granted permission to hold a tag day in the City of Bakersfield on November 6,1920. Invitation Accepted. to In- spect Cement Built High- way. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, invi- tation extended to the Council by a representative of the Portland Cement Co . to inspect cement constructed highway was accepted. Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , the fol- lowing parties were granted permission to conduct and maintain hotels and rooming houses: Jaussand & Dusserre, Des Aloes Hotel, 723 Humboldt Street . W. H. Foster, 814 Kern Street. 557 October llth, 1920. (Continued. ) Permission Granted to Conduct Soft Drink Establishment. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, permission was granted the following parties to conduct and maintain soft drink establishments: F. Scatena, 1930 L Street. I'm. Sutherland, Baker & Sumner Street. Jaussand & Dusserre, 723 Humboldt Street . Permission Granted for Vehicle Stands. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Gilchrist, the fol- lowing parties were granted permission to stand automobile rent cars at places specified. Joe Josephson, SE Corner of 19th & L Streets. O.M.Thomas, 1806 Chester Avenue. Acceptance of Surety Bond, . R„ H. Hubbard. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, Surety Bond with the Globe Indemnity Co. as Surety, in the sum of $1000.00 bonding R. H. Hubbard as City Engineer and Superintendent of Streets, for term beginning September 21st, 1920, was accepted and ordered placed on file. Permission Granted for Tag Day. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, the American and French Childrens League was granted permission to hold a tag day in the City of Bakersfield on Saturday.. October 23rd. City Officials Instructed to Attend League of California Municipalities Convention at Chico, November 8, to 11, 1920. Upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman, the City Manager„ City Clerk , City Nttorney, Lity Engineer and City Building Inspector were instructed to attend the convention of the League of California Municipalities to be held at Chico, California, November 8th to llth., inclusive, 1920 . - Acceptance of Invitation Executive Committee, Cotton is King Festival . An invitation presented by the Executive Committee of the Cotton is King Festival inviting the Council to attend the 558 October llth, 1920 . ;Continued. ) ceremonies on October 16th, was read to the Council and upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, same was accepted. Handling of City Dump,. A communication presented by Laz Montoya withdrawing his offer recently made to handle the City Dump, was read to the Coun- oil, as was also a petition presented by C. D. Gordon, to con- duct the Dump. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, the communications were accepted and ordered placed on file. Upan a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Clerk was instructed to defer advertising for bids for handling of the City Dump grounds until such time as the Council is given an opinion by the City Attorney relative' to the legality of the case. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Gilchrist, claims as audited by the Finance Committee, with the exception of bills presented by the Bakersfield Water Co. , amounting to , $117.55, were allowed and the .Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Charter Amendments. At this time a number of motions were made, seconded and carried, relative to the elimination of certain Charter amend- ments contained in resolution presented to the Council for adoption, but upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Renfro, all acts taken were reconsidered. Upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Renfro , all actions relative to the Charter Amend- ments, taken by the Council at this regular meeting, were ordered stricken from the minutes . Adjournment. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, the meet- ing adjourned. / Mayor t Ciittyy of/Bakersfield., California. ATTEST: Citulerk and Ex-oP io ulerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, Calif ornia. X818? Bakersfield, California, October 18, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall ate ight o'clock P.M. , October 18th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Absent:Willow. Minutes of the regular meeting of October llth, 1.920, read and approved as read. Adoption of Resolution Overruling Protest, Street District No. 63. A petition was presented-to the Council signed by owners of approximately 1700 feet frontage, covered by improvements to be made in Street District No. 63, covered by Resolution of Inten- tion 389. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Reso- lution entitled: "RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTEST TO' PROPOSED IM- PROVEMENTS ON THOSE CERTAIN PORTIONS OF NILES STREET, OREGON STREET, PACIFIC STREET, QUINCY STREET , FLOWER STREET, BEALE AVENUE, AND KENTUCKY STREET, ALL IN TdE CITY OF" BAKERSFIEtD"", was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman;Hougham,Renfro,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Willow. Adoption of Resolution Ordering the Construction of Improvements, Street District No. 63. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, Resolution entitled: °RES LUTION ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION OF CEMENT CONCRETE CURBS AND SIDEWALKS ON THOSE CERTAIN PORTIONS OF NILES STREET, OREGON STREET, PACIFIC STREET, QUINCY STREET, FLOWER STREET', BEALE AVENUE'0 AND KENTUCKY STREET, ALL IN UIE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" was adopted as read by the following vote : Ayes:Baughman,Gi1c hr is t,H inman,Ho ugham.Renf ro ,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Willow. Adoption of Resolution Ordering Bonds Delivered to Contractor, Street District No. 46. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, Resolution 560 October 18th, 1920 (Continued. ) ordering Bonds delivered to the Federal Construction Co. to cover unpaid assessments for improvements, Street District No . 46, covered by Resolution of Intention 359, was adopted as read by the -following vote: - Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman.Hougham,Renfro ,WiIson. Nays:None. Absent:Willow. Adoption of Resolution Ordering Bonds Delivered to Contractor; Street District No. 46. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, Resolution ordering Bonds delivered to the Federal Construction Co . to cover unpaid assessments for improvements, Street District 48, covered by Resolution of Intention No. 365, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Willow. Vehicle Stand Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the' following parties were granted permission to stand motor vehicle's at places specified. R. E. Myers, 40 ft. N of NW Cor. of 20th & Chester. Giolio Saboloe, 40 ft. S of SW •Cor . of 19th & L Streets. E. Olguin, 1930 L Street. Permission Granted to Collect Rubbish. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, Nick Desatoff and Jewel Lane were granted permission to engage in the the business of collecting rubbish. Permission Granted to Conduct Soft Drink Establishment. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, Earl H. Sipes was granted permission to conduct and maintain a soft drink establishment at 959 Baker Street. Extension of Time to Complete Contracts. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, Y. W. Nighbert, Contractor, was granted an extension of 60 day's time X807 October 18th, 1920 (Continuted) . to complete contract covering; improvement of Twenty-fourth Street, from M to V Streets, known as Street District No. 512 and 90 day®s time to complete contract covering the improvement of Fremont Street, between Sonora and Miller, known as Street. District No. 52. Request for Refund of Taxes . A petition placed by H. L. M®New asking for a refund of $12.57 , due to alleged erroneous assessment of improvements on Lot 6, Block 2, Santa Fe Addition No. 2, for the years 1915 to 1918, inclusive, was presented to the Council and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the matter was laid over for one week pending investigation. City Health Officer Instructed to Attend Con- vention at Chico , Califor- nia, Nov. 8 to 11, Inclusive, 1920 . A communication from. the California State Board of' Health requesting that the Council instruct the City Health Officer to attend the convention of State, County and Municipal health. Officers to be held at Chico , November 8th to llth, 1920, was read to the Council and upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Hougham, the City Health Officer was instructed to attend same. Communication from City of Santa Monica relative to Municipalities Convention for 1921. A communication fromthe Executive Office of the City of Santa Monica, California, stating that they are very anxious to entertain the League of California Municipalities for the 1921 session, and requesting that the delegates from Bakersfield who attend the 1920 Convention at Chico , support them in their en- deavor to secure the meeting for Santa Monica in 1921 , was read to the Council and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, the matter was referred to the Bakersfield City Officials who have been instructed to attend the convention at Chico . Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls . Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, claims 562 October 18th, 1920 (Continued. ) as audited by the Finance Committee, and Pay Rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Charter Amendment Resolution. It was moved by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, that the Clerk proceed to read the Resolution in regard to the proposed Charter Amendments. Notion lost by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro. Nay s:Baughman.Hinman, Wilson. Absent:Willow. Adoption of Charter Amendment Resolution. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, December 7th, 1920, was fixed as the day upon which the proposed Charter Amendments would be submitted to the electors of the City of Bakersfield, and Resolution entitled: -"A RESOLUTION APPROVING` CERTAIN AMENDMENTS" TO' THE CHARTER QF THE CITY" OF BAKERSF'IELD'. PROVIDING FOR TIE PUBLICATION- OF SAME IN THE OFFICIAL' NEWSPAPER": DIRECTING THE CLERK TO HAVE COPIES THEREOF 2RINTED FOR DISTRIBtT= TION AND FIXING THE DATE OF AN ELECTION THEREON", was adopted after striking out all reference to proposed five ward features, by the following vote: Ayes:Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Nays:Baughman. Absent;Willow. Ordinance Regulating Automobile Public Carriers to be Submit- ted to Electors, December 7th , 1920. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, Ordi- nance No . 287, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR ME REGULATION OF THE .BUSINESS OF" USING, "OPERATING' AND DRIVING AUTOMOBILES FOR HIRE UPON THE PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD: PROVIDING FOR LICENSES TO CARRY ON SUCH BUSINESS AND FOR THE' REVOCATION THEREOF: REQ,I7IRTNG THE ODERATORS OF SUCH BUSINESS TO FITRNI'SH, BONDS: MAKING THE VIOLATION OF ANY OF THE PROVISIONS OF THIS OR- DINANCE A MISDEMEANOR AND PROVIDING A PENALTY THEREFOR. AND RE- PEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HERE- WITH INSOFAR AS THE SAME MAY BE IN CONFLICT" was ordered submitted October 18th, 1920. (Continued. ) 563 to the voters of the City of Bakersfield at a special election to be held December 7th, 1920. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,wilson. Nays:Hough am,Renfro . Absent:Willow. Plans and Specifications Ordered for Curbing and Guttering. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications for curbs and gutters on Twenty-third Street from G to E Streets, E Street from Twenty-second to Twenty-third Streets, and Twenty-second Street from C to E Streets. Leave of Absence, City Clerk . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the City Clerk was granted four days leave of absence. Publishing of Charter Amendments . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the Charter Amendments to be submitted to the Electors, for vote on December 7th, 1920, were ordered published in both the Bakersfield Californian and the Morning Echo. Plans anti Specifications for Curbs and Sidewalks. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , the City Engineer was instructed to prepare clans and specifications for curbs and sidewalks on the following Streets: Monterey Street from Sacramento to Williams, Kentucky Street from Union Avenue to Haley Street , the north side of Jackson Street from Tulare Street to Beale Avenue;, Beale Avenue from the south line of Nile to the north line of Jackson Street. Plans and Specifications v for Sidewalks. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications for sidewalks on the west side of Q Street between Seventeenth and Nineteenth Streets and on the east side of Q Street from 564 October 18th, 1920. (Continued. ) Eighteenth to. Nineteenth Streets . Adjournment. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned. ',44 yor 6f the Ulty of Bake.rsfleld,Ca1 f�orai a, ATTEST: v City Clerk and Ex- fficio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. kt� 8� Bakersfield,_ California ,October 25, 1920."-')()a Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. October 25th, 1920 . Present :Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Absent.Willow. Protest Against Improvement of Street District No 57, Resolution of Intention No. 390. A written protest was presented to the Council signed by approximately 70 per cent of the owners of property in Street Im- provement District No. 57, sought to be improved as outlined in Resolution of Intention No. 390, protesting against improvement of this District at this time, Protest was read to the "°ouncil and upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman, further action on the improvement of this District was laid over until the regular meeting of the Council to be held on November 1st. Refund of Taxes Paid, H. L. McNees. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the Council Instructed the Auditor to draw a warrent on the Treasurer in favor of H. L. McNees for $12,57, to cover refund of taxes on improvements erroneously assessed. Invitation from Bakersfield City School Home Teacher. A communication written by Irma Weill, Home Teacher of the Bakersfield City Schools, inviting the City Council to attend an Americanization meeting of all the interested agencies in the City, on Monday, November 1st, 1920, was read to the Council and upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, same was accepted. Vehicle Stand Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, the following vehicle stand permits were granted. L. B. Pickett, 2005 Chester Avenue. L. B. Pickett, 40 ft . E. of NE Cor. 20th & Chester. Rooming House Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, Marie Ledwidge was granted permission to conduct and maintain the Angelus Hotel at 1920 1 Street. 56 6 . October 25, 1920(Continued. ) Permits Granted to Conduct Soft Drink Establishments, Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baug mane, permits were granted the following parties to conduct and maintain soft drink establishments: Angelo Torigiani, 1930 L Street, Ed Cayce, & Harry A. Lord, 709 Sumner street. Permission Granted to Collect Rubbish. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, E. Pod- goruoff, of 704-20th Street, was granted permission to collect rubbish within the City. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion b- Renfro , seconded by Baughman, claims as audited by the Finance Committee , and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Re-Consideration of Former Action of the Council to Refer Ordinance No. 287 to vote of Electors. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, action taken by the Council on October 18th, instructing that Ordinance No. 287 be referred to the electors of the City for vote at a special election to be held on December 7th, 1920, was re-con- sidered. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, former action of the Council on this matter was rescinded. Appointment of Committee on G _ Water Conditions. Upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman, a Committee of three was appointed to investigate City water conditions. The Mayor appointed Councilmen. Gilchrist,Baughman, and Wilson on the Commmittee. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned. 0 v y-or �kf the .ity of erst'leld,caTITornia. ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-ofTleio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. Bakersfield, California, November 1, 1920.. ",6 d' Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. , November lst, 1920. Present:Baughman.Gilchrist,Hin.man,Hougham,RenfroWilson. Absent:Willow. Minutes of the regular meeting of October 25th, 1920, read and aooroved as read. Adoption of Resolution ordering Bonds Delivered to Contractor Covering Unpaid Assessments Street and Sewer District No.l, Resolution of Intention No.371. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, a Resolution was adopted ordering Bonds delivered to the Valley Construction Co. to cover unpaid assessments for improvements made in Street and Sewer District No. 1, as covered by Resolution of Intention No. 371, by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Houghum,Renfro,Wilson. Nays: None. Absent:Willow . Donation to Chamber of Commerce . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the City Auditor was instructed to draw a warrant in favor of the Bakers- field Chamber of Comnerce in the sum of $125.00, as a donation to that body, same being the same amount paid to the City as a license to conduct Carnival . Further Action On Improve- ments, Street District No. 57, laid over one Week. Upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman, further action in regard to the improving of Street District No. 57, as covered by Resolution of Intention No. 390, was laid over one week. Vehicle 7Dtand Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , B. F. Carrell was granted permission to stand transfer truck" 40 feet south of the Southwest corner of 19th and M Streets, by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman, Gilchrist , Hinman, Hougham,Renfro,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Willow. 568 November 1st, 1920 (Continued. ) Permission Granted to Install Gasoline Pump. Upon a motion by Hougham, s econded by Wilson, the Stan- dard Auto Laundry was granted permission_ to install a gasoline pump in front of 'building at 1411 Chester Avenue. Permission Granted to Collect and Haul Rubbish. Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded b;r Hougham, Geo.W. Carpenter was granted permission to collect 'and haul rubbish. Refund of Amount Paid for - Insurance License . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the City Auditor was instructed to issue a warrant for $25.00 in favor of Theron T. Childs, to cover refund of license fee erroneously paid for insurance business. Permission to Conduct Soft Drink Establishment. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, T. H. Douglas was granted permission to maintain and conduct a soft drink establishment at 903 Baker Street. Pool Room Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson_, T. H. Douglas was granted permission to conduct and maintain a pool room at 903 Baker Street. State and Bounty Taxes on l9th Street Park Site, Ordered Paid. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, the City Auditor was instructed to issue a warrant in favor of the Treasurer of the County of Kern, in the sum of t576.7i, to cover State and County taxes for the fiscal year 1920-21, on 19th Street Park Site. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , claims as audited by the Finance Committee, end pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . z- Invitation to Library Board to Appear Before the Council. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the City Clerk was instructed to extend an invitaticn to the Bakersfield $�$"j November 1, 1920 (Continued. ) 15 6 9 Library Board to attend Council. meeting to be held on November Sth, 1920 , to explain to the Council in regard to Library appropria- tion not being expended in accordance with itemized budget. Reward Offered for Apnre hension of Party Running over Child with Automobile. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Wilson, the Council made an offer of reward of $50.00 to any person for information leading to the arrest of the parties or party running over child with automobile on Nile Street recently. Protest Against Public Nuisance in vicinity of 29th and 1. Streets. A petition signed by twelve residents living in the vicinity of 29th and I Streets, asking that the Council take the necessary action to remove the Mexicans from that vicinity, stating that they are a public nuisance, and also to have the shacks in which they live condemned, was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the matter was referred to the Health Officer for investigation, he to submit a report to the Council at their next regular meeting . Mr. Hougham then withdrew his motion with content of Mar. Baughman. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the matter was then referred to the Building Inspector with instructions that he have the State Housing Laws enforced. Plans and Specifications Ordered to Improve Pacific Street . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the grading, oiling and screening of Pacific Street from the westerly line of Robinson 13treet to the easterly line of Haley Street. Petition to Form water Improvement District, A petition signed by 159 residents of that portion of -the City of Bakersfield formerly Kern, asking that the Council arrange to form a Municipal Improverment District to acquire or construct therein a water works system for the puspose of supplying water to the residents of said District, was read to the Council, and 570 November lst, 1920 (Continued. ) upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the communication was accepted and the City Manager instructed to investigate the matter and report to the Council the result of his investigation. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Hougham; seconded by Renfro, the meeting was adjourned until 7: 30 P.Miday, November 5th, 1920. Mayo of the City �t Bakersfield,CaZifornia. ATTEST: City Clerk and -officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. "� Bakersfield, California, November 5th�1'9 . Minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of November let, 1920, of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at 7:30 o 'clock P.M. , November 5th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro,Wilson. Absent:Hi.rsrman,Willow. Baughman Takes the Chair as Presiding Officer. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, Councilman Baughman took the chair as presiding officer. Rubbish Permit Granted, Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , John H. Eagle was granted permission to collect rubbish. Departmer.Ltal Reports for October, 1920 . Reports submitted by the heads of the several Departments , showing monies collected during the month of October, 1920, were read to the Council, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, same were accepted and. ordered placed on file. Re-consideration of Charter Resolution Adopted October 18, 1920. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, all previous actions of the Council relating to the adoption of Resolution adopted on October 18, 1920, setting a date for special election for voting upon proposed Charter amendments , were set aside by the ibllowing vote: Ayes:Baughman.Gilchri st ,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Hinman,Willow. Councilman Willow at this time made his appearance. Adoption of Charter Ae ndment Resolution. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Wilson, Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING CERTAIN PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD: PROVIDING FOR ` iE PUBLICATION OF SAME IN THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER: DIRECTING THE CLERK TO HAVE COPIES THEREOF PRINTED FOR DISTRIBUTION, AND FIK NG THE DATE FOR AN ELECTION THEREON", was adopted as read by the November 5th , 1920 (Continued. ) following vote: Ayes: Gilchrist, Hougham, Renfro, Willow, Wilson. Nay s:Baughman.. Absent:Hinman. Adjournment, Upon a motion by _Renfro , seconded by Billow, the meeting adjourned. Mayor—pro tem of the City olf Bakersfield, California, ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex- fficio, Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, �� v7 Bakersfield, California, November 8,1920. 573 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o'clock P.M. . November 8th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchris;t, Hougham,Wilson. Absent:Hinman,Renfro,Willow. Minutes of regular Meeting of November 1st, 1920, and adjourned meeting of November 5th, 1920, read and approved as read. Baughman Takes Chair as Presiding Officer. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, Councilman Baughman took to chair as presiding officer. Renfro made his appearance at this time. Opening Bids, Street District #53, Resolution of Intention No. 389. Upon' a motion by Houghman, seconded by Renfro , all bids submitted to cover the proposed improvement of Street District No. 63, as outlined in Resolution of Intention No . 389, were publicly opened, examined and declared. Adoption of Resolution Awarding Contract, Street District #63, Resolution of Intention #389. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , Resolution Awarding Contract to Valley Construction Co. for improvement of Street District No. _63, as outlined in Resolution of Intention No, 389, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Nays:None. Absent:Hinman,Willow. Further Action on Improvement of Street District No. 570 Laid over One Week. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, further action in regard to the improvement of Street District No. 57, as outlined in Resolution of Intention No. 390, was laid over 'for one week. Vehicle Stand Permit Granted. Upon a motion by Gilchrist , seconded by Renfro, Edward C. Evans was granted permission to stand automobile rent car at 2014 Chester Avenue . 574 November 8th , 1920 ( Continued. ) Petition to Close Alley, Block 3, Bernard Addition. A petition was presented to the Council by T. A. Wilson, owner of the S-ffl of Block 3, Bernard Addition, requesting that the necessary steps be taken to close to the public the Alley running North and South through said Block, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare the necessary papers to close said Alley, representing Lot 29, of the Sr' of Block 3, Bernard Addition. Communication from Secretary , Library Board. A communication received from the Bakersfield Library Board in response to invitation to appear before the Council at their regular meeting on November 8th, 1920 , was read to the Council, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, same was accepted and ordered placed on file . Treasurer's Financial Report , Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro, the Treasurer's financial report for the month of October„ 1920, was accepted and ordered placed on file. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Donation of Signs by Automobile Club of Southern California. Mr . Benson, on behalf of Mr. Powell, representing the Automobile Club of Southern California, offered to donate to the City the requisite number of signs reading "no parking" . Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Wilson, the offer was accented. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Hougham, the meeting adjourned. �/- �/�✓ 1/l% ./�ili�ie G ;..-:_.rye--<-� F ayor�of the City of Ba e- rsfield,C—alTFo*rnia. ATTEST: City Clerk and Ex-Ufficio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. Cr may. Bakersfield, California, Nov. 15, 1920.5 ® 5 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakers- field, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P. M. , November 1.5th, 1920. Present:Baughman,Gilchri st,H inrrar.,Renfro . Absent:Aougham,Willow.Wilso n. Minutes of tine regular meeting of November 8th, 1920, read and approved as read. Further Leferrence of Action, Improvement of 16tk! Street ,etc . Resolution of Intention #390. This being the time set to take further action on improvement of 16th, D and. G Streets, as covered by Resolution of Intention #390, and due to a sufficient number of Councilmen not being; present , upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, the matter was again deferred for one week to be taken up at the regular meeting to be held November 22nd. 1920. Vehicle Stand Permit Granted.' Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, F, Bracamonte was granted n ermission to stand automobile rent car at 1931 L Street. Permission Granted to Erect Advertising Screen. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, H. C. Ergo and C. Salyer, were granted permission to erect an advertising screen on front of building at 1625 Chester Avenue , under the supervision of the Building Inspector and in compliance with existing Ordinances, Tax Refund Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , A.F.Berges was granted a refund of $69.31 to cover erroneous payment on 1920 taxes incorrectly assessed, and the Auditor was instructed to issue a warrant in favor of A.F.Berges to cover same. Acceptance of Letter from Engineering Service Co. A letter written by the Engineering Service Co. of Los An- geles in regard to municipal water conditions was read to the Council and upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Baughman, 576 November 15th, 1920 (Continued) . same was accented and ordered placed on file. Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 391, Upon a motion„ by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, Resolu- tion of Intention No. 391 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO CLOSE TO THE PUBLIC THE ALLEY RUNNING NORTHS RLY AND BO UTHERLY IN BLOCK 3 BERNARD ADDITION FROM THE NORTHERLY LINE OF GRACE STREET TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF TIE ALLEY RUNNING EASTERLY AND WESTERLY IN SAID BLOCK 3 IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Renfro . Nays:None. Absent: Hougham,Willow,Wilson. Adoption Election Proclamation, Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , election proclamation to cover special election to be held in the City of Bakersfield on Tuesday the 21st day of December, 1920, for the ourpose of submitting to the qualified electors of said City, certain proposed amendments to the Charter, specifying the election officers and polling places, was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Renfro . Nays:None. Absent:Hougham,Willow,Wilson. Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer 'to cover same . Supplementary Petition for Forming Water District Submitted. A suppl-ementary petition signed by 421 residents of that portion of Bakersfield, formerly Kern, requesting that the Coun- cil take the necessary steps to form a Municipal Improvement District in that portion of the City, was presented to the Council and it was moved. by Renfro that same be accepted and H8187 _ November 15th, 1920 ( Continued. ) 577 placed on file . No second was made to the motion and. Renfro then withdrew his action. Lighting Condition, East Bakersfield, Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Manager was instructed to investigate the Street lighting system in East Bakersfield as it is thought that additional, lights should be placed due to the growth of that section of the City, and a recommendation was made to him to have Street lights placed. at the corner of Pacific and Robinson Streets, Pacific and Ealey Streets, and Oregon a.nd Brown Streets , Plans and Specifications Covering Sidewalks and Curbs, East Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare -plans and specifications to cover installation of sidewalks and curbs on *he following Streets: South side of Sumner Street from Union Avenue to Baker Street; Sumner Street from Baker to Owens Streets; Humboldt Street from Union Avenue to Owens Street; Greve Street from Baker to King Streets ; Baker Street from Sumner to Eureka Streets; Fremont Street from Baker to Gage Streets, and Eureka Street from Baker to Owens Streets, Adjournment. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, the meeting adjourned. LI Ma�*or c< the City of Bakersfield,California. ATTEST : City Clerk and Ex-_fficio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California . 57 Bakersfield, California, Nova 22,1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P.M. , November 22nd, 1920. Pre sent: Baughman.Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Absent:Willow. Minutes of the regular meeting of November 15th , read and approved Contemplated Improvements Covered as read. tom- Resolution of Intention No. 390, DiscontinUE:d. This being the time set to take further action relative to the proposed improvement of Sixteenth, D and G Streets, as outlined in Resolution of Intention No. 390, it was moved by Hougham, seconded by Baughman.. that Resolution Overruling Pro- test to proposed improvements be adopted as read. Mr. Baughman then withdrew his second and Hougham`s motion was then seconded by Renfro . Motion lost by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Nays:Gilchrist,Hinman . Absent:Willow. This action of the Council in failing to overrule the protest, automatically serves to stay further proceedings rela- tive to the improvement of District No. 57, at this time. Municipal Improvement District, Bakersfield formerly Kern. Mr. M. E. Smith, representing the East Side Civic Club made a verbal request of the Council to have the City Engineer furnish an estimate of thevalue of water plant and facilities owned by the Bakersfield Water Co. in that part of the City, formerly known as Kern, and also requested that an election be called for the purpose of placing before the electors the ques- tion as to whether or not the City should bond itself to take over the water facilities, and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the City Engineer was instructed to fur- nish the estimated cost of the value of the water properties . Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the following rooming house permits were granted: H. D. Black, 1821-16th Street . Samuel L. Stancliff, The Fabian Hote1,710 Humboldt Street . S. Blackwell arrl 71. Roney, 1201-2(7th. Street„ November 26, 1920 (Continued. ) 579 Permit Granted to Conduct and . Maintain Soft Drink Establishment. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Gilchrist, V. Belluo- mini and Nello Bedini were granted permission to conduct and main- tain soft drink establishment at 1930 L Street . Agreement to Deed Land to City for Street Purposes , An offer presented by Claude Ferguson, in which he agrees to deed to the City, free of all encumbrances , Lots A. B. and C in Lowell Addition, Block B, said land to be used for street pur- poses on consideration of receiving from tN e City the sum of $28.52, said amount being equal to the amount of taxes paid, to the City on the above mentioned property fro the past three years. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City Manager and City Engineer were instructed to investigate the matter and reoort to the Council at their regular meeting on November 29th, as to whether or not it is advisable to accept the offer. Refund of Tax, Upor_ a motion by Baughmm , seconded by Gilchrist, Agnes Castro Bauer was granted a refund of $4.68 to cover remuneration for taxes Maid on exempt property. The Auditor was instructed to issue a warrant on the Treasurer in favor of Mrs . Bauer for the above mentioned amount . Resolution Adopting Plans & Specifications . Street District No . 64. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENT ON CERTAIN PORTIONS OF Q STREET, IN T HE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" ,was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman.Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wilson. Nays:None, Absent:Willow. Adop Adoption of Resolution of Intention No , 392. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, Resolution of Intention No, 392, entitled: "RE:SOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IMPROVE I 80 November 22nd, 1920 (Continued) . CERTAIN PORTIONS OF Q STREET, IN THE CITY 0? BAKE`?SFIEID , COUNTY OF KERN, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO. 64" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes :Baughman,Gilchrist,,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro,7iilson. Nays: None. Absent :Willow. Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications. Street District No. 54 Upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Baughman, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PRO- POSED STREET IMPROVEMENT ON THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE TO TEE NORTHERLY CURB LINE OF SUMNER STREET IN THE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchri st,Hinmar.,Hougham,Reof ro,TJrilsor:, Nays:None, Absent:Willow, Adoption of Resolution of Intention No . 393, Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Wilson, Resolution_ of Intention No , 393, entitled: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IMPROVE THAT PORTION OF UNION AVENUE FROM THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE TO TI'e'E NORTHERLY CURB LINE OF SUMNER STREET, TO BE KNOWN AS STREET DISTRICT NO 54, AND TO ISSUE BONDS IN PAYMENT THEREFOR" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes :Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Renfro ,Wi1son. Nays:None. Absent:Willow. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman, claims as audited by the Finance Committee were allowed and the Auditor instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . Sidewalks and Curbs, k. Street , Upon a motion by Wilson, seconded by Hougham, the City Engineer was instructed to prepare plans and specifications to cover the installation of sidewalks and curbs on 4, Street From the northerly line of Fourth Street to the Southerly line of Eighth Street. November 26, 1920 ( Continued. ) Proposed Ordinance to Prohibit Granting of Licenses to Carr_i- vals , etc . A petition signed b;! 39 merchants of the City of Bakersfield requesting that the Council adopt an Ordinance prohibiting the granting of' permits for licenses to outside carnival Companies or Street Fairs, was read, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City Attorney was instructed to prepare such an Ordinance . Petition for Street Light, California Avenue and A Street . A petition signed by 6 property owners living close to the intersection of California Avenue and A Street , requesting that the Council take the necessary steps to have a Street light placed at that intersection, was read and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the City Manager was instructed to investigate and was given 'authority to have Street light in- stalled at that point if necessary. Application placed by Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Co . for ", Permission to Place Pipe and Conduits along and Under Paved Streets. An application received by the City 'Enginaer from the Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Co. asking for permission to remove portions of paving from Streets in order that they might install under- ground pipe and conduits, was read and it was moved by Renfro , that the request be granted„ the work to be performed under the supervision of the City Engineer. Motion lost due to there being no second. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Renfro , the meeting adjourned. ,t��( � yc pf the City of Bakersfie ld,Ca.lifornia. ATTEST I A City Clerk' and Ex-of icie Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. 582 Bakersfield, Glifornia, Bov. 29, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California , held in the Council Chamber of the City Hill at eight o 'clock P.M. , November 29th, 1920, Present:Baughman,Gilchrist, Hinman,Renfro , Willow, Wilson. Absent: Hougham. Minutes of the regular meeting of November 22nd, 1920, read and approved as read. Adoption of Map showing Subdivision, Community Acres . Upon a. motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro, a map sub- mitted to the Council showing a Subdividion of the NEy of the NE2 of Section 7, Township S. 30, Range 28 East, M. B. B. & X. containing 40 acres, and to be known as the POCorrmunity Acres'/ was ,o noroved. Contemplated. Improvement North I Street. A pa tition was presented by Wm, J. Collison, requesting that the Council take the necessary steps to improve I Street between 28th and 30th Streets . After sore discussion, upon a motion by Renfro, seconded by Willow, action on this matter was deferred for one week . Estimate of Value of Water Facilities, East Bakersfield, A report submitted by the City Engineer, R. H. Hubbard, in which he stated that he estimated the value of the water system for East Bakersfield, to be approximately $250,000,00, was read, and upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Gilchrist, h the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance calling an election for the purpose of presenting to the electors in that portion of Bakersfield formerly Kern, the question as to whether or not Bonds ohozld be issued to take over the 'water facilities in that section of the City, Soft. Drink Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Willow , seconded. by Renfro , the follow- ing parties were granted permission to conduct and maintain soft drink establishments at places specified: E. W. Cousins, 1919 K Street, C. A. Galbrith, 1100®19th Street, November 29th, 1920 (Continued. ) 583 Vehicle Stame Permits Granted. Upon a motion by BauZkman, seconded. by Renfro, the following parties were granted permission to stand vehicles at places specified: C. Sickler, 705 Sumner Street . O .M.Thomas , 1.606 Chester Avenue. Refund of Taxes . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Gilchrist, H . C, Garlinger was granted a refund of taxes amounting; to $20.34 due to erroneous assessment for 1920 , and the Auditor was in- structed to draw a warrant on the Treasurer in favor of H . C. Garlinger for this amount, Dedication of Land to City for Street Purposes . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Wilson, offer sub- mitted by Claude Ferguson, to deed to the City Lots A. B and C in Villa Block B of the Lowell Addition, for the sum of $2&52 was accepted and the City Clerk was instructed to notify Mr . Ferguson advising him that if he will furnish the necessary Deeds a :warrant will be issued to him to cover, 'bequest for Release of Bond, /Q. R. Williams, A request was made to the Council by J. R. Williams , asking that his Bondsmen be released from any further liability do to operation of City Sewer Farm, as he has transferred all interest. to Mr. Duval Williams . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Willow, the City Clerk was instructed to notify Mr. Duval Williams to submit to the City Attorney for his ap- proval the necessary instruments and Bond. i Ailoi*ance of Claims and Pay Roils . Uoon a motion by Willow, seconded by Kenfro, claims as audited by the Finance Committee, and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same . Revocation of Ordinance No. 67, New Series . Upon a. motion by Renfro, seconded by Willow, the City 584 November 2 th, 1920. (Continued. ) Attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance revoking Or- dinance No . 67, New Series , entitled: BAN ORDINANCE ADDING A NEW SECTION, TO BE KNOWN AS SECTION 23b,, TO ORDINANTCE NO . 55, NEW SERIES. IMPOSING MUNICIPAL LICENSES ON MECHANICAL .AND SLOT VENDING MAC?-TINES, AND REPEALING ALL ORDINeICES AND PARTS OF OR- DINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH", Adjournment. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, the meeting adjourned. yo f the--�;y of Bakersfield, Cali ornia. ATTEST: � � City Clerk and Ex-O ficli-Tierk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California. Bakersfield, California, December 6, 192C . 5S5 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield , California. held in the Council Chamber of the City Fall at eight o 'clock :?. I> , December 6th, 1920. Pre sent :Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman ,Hougham,Renfm Willow,Wilson. Abg£nt: None . :dinutes of the regular meeting of November 29th.,19120, read and aporoved as read.. Permission Granted Pacific Telephone & Telegraph. Co. to make Street Excavations . Upon a motion by Willow , seconded by Renfro, per- mission was granted the Pacflfic Telephone & Telegraph Co . to make Street excavations for the purpose of laying under- ground wires and conduits as per map filed with the City Engineer, the work to be performed under the supervision of the Superintendent of Streets . Application for Refund. of Taxes, Scribner Estate . A petition p esented by the Scribner Estate, asking that a refund of taxes amounting to $464.00, be made to them on account of apparent erroneous assessment, was read to the Council and after some discussion, upon a motion by uougham, seconded by Baug hmsm, action on this matter was de- ferred for one week. Change of Street _Name, A petition signed ry 27 residents of Chester Lane: asking that the Council enact an Ordinance providing that Ch.estar Lane between Oleander Avenue and H Streets , be named. Forrest Street, was read to the Council and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, the City Attorney was instructed to rrepare an Ordinance making the change. Permission Granted Christian Church to Erect Temporary Structure . Upon a motion by Willow , seconded. by Renfro, per- mission was given the Christian Church to erect a temporary structure at Thirteenth and H Streets to remain standing until such time as their permanent church is ready for occupancy. 586 December 6th, 1920. ( Continued. ) Proposed Changes in Prohibition Ordinance No . 64, New Series . Upon a motion by Willow, seconded b7 Hougha-m, the Council decided to investigate the advisability of making changes in the existing Prohibition Ordinance No. 64 New Series , at their regular meeting to be held December 13th, 1920, and .the Chief of Police was requested to be present at that. time , Allowance of Claims and Pay Rolls. Upon a motion by willow, seconded. by Hougham, claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pay rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments, were allowed and the Auditor in- structed to draw warrants on the Treasurer to cover same. Petition to Close Alley, Block 193, Bakersfield formerly Kern, A petition signed by owners of oroperty in Block 193, in that part of the City, formerly called Kern , asking that the Council take the necessary steps to have the Alley closed through said Block, was read to the Louncil, and upon a motion by Hougnam, seconded by Renfro , the matter was referred to a committee of two to report, back to the Council at their next regular meeting. The Mayor appointed Councilman Baughman, and Gilchrist to act on this committee . Rooming House Permits Granted. Upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by willow, the following rooming house permits were granted: Perry Mann, The Club Rooming House, 2012-19th Street. Mrs. Mattie R. Smith, The Willis Hotel, 1719 Chester Ave, Geo . Kunzman, The Tegeler Rooms , 161.9-19th. Street, Soft Drink Bstablisr rient Permit Granted.. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by willow, Tim Sul - livan was granted permission to conduct and maintain soft drink establishment at 600 Baker Street. Donation to American Legion. Upon a motion by Hou.gham, seconded by Wilson, the Coun- cil voted to donate $125. 00 to the Frank S. Reynolds Post of the Americas. Legion to reimburse them for moneys expended December Pith, 1920 ( Continued, 5S7 in securing 1-Acense to conduct. carnival. ,acceptance of Deoart® mental Reports . Upon a motion by 71111mr, seconded by Hougham, reports sub- mitted by the heads of the va-°ious Departments showing monies collected and deposited with the Treasurer daring the month of Nover,er, 1920 , were accepted and ordered olaced on file . Treasurer®s Financial Re:per t. Croon a motion by Will.o�r, seconded by Hougham, the Treasurer's Financial Report for the month of November, was accepted and ordered placed. on file. Proposed Ordinance No . 69, New Series, Proposed Ordinance No . 69, New Series, which provides for the repealing of Ordinances imposing licenses on mechan- ical and slot vending machines , was read to ' the Council but, due to incorrect wording of same, upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, it was referred back to the City Attor- ney for correction. Ordinance of Intention No , 70, New Series, Providing for Mia_nicipal Water District . 1t1 was moved by Hougham Chet the next primary election day be fixed as the time on wl:iich the Municipal Water District pr000sition be placed before the electors .' Motion lost for want of a second . Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro, December 20th., 1920 , was decided uoon as a date on which the council would. proceed to hear protests against the holding of an elec- tion providing for the taking over of water facilities in that Portion of the City formerly called Kerns December 27th, 199-0, as a date on which the election will, be called, and February 8th, 1921, as a date on Which the election will be held. ?'upon a motion by Baugh,�an , seconded by Wilson, Ordinance of Intention No . 70,DIew Series , entitled; %RDINANCE OF INTEN"TION TO CALL PP? ELECTION IN THE PROPOSED MUNICIPAL IMPROVKVIENT DIS- TRICT EIERE'INAFTER DESCRIBED, OR AS mH7� SAME MAY BE MODIFIED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW, FOR TEa PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE 58 December Cith, 1920 ( Continued. ) QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SAID DISTRICT THE; PROPOSITION OF AU- THORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF BONDS OF SAID DISTRICT FOR THE PURPOSE OF 'E E ACQUISITION OR CONSTRUCTION OF A SYSTEM OF WATER. WORKS IN AND FOR SAID DISTRICT AND ITS INHABITANTS", was adopted as"lr^ ad by the following vote: Ages :Bau&man,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,Ren.fro,Vilson, Nays:Wi!low . Absent: None. Adoption of Ballot for Charter Amendment Election. Upon a motion by Bau&nman, seconded by Gilchrist, sample ballot submitted by the City Attorney's office was adopted as submitted by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist,Hinman,Hougham,'�Vilson, Nays:Renf ro,Willow, Absent:None, Proposed Closing of Alley in Block 10, Bernard Add- ition. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the ad- visability of closing; Alley through Block 10, Bernard. Add- ition, was referred to the committee already appointed to investigate pr000sed closing of Alley in Block 1.93, Bakers- field formerly Kern. Proposed Imorovement on North End of I Street, Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Baughman,, the City Engineer was instructed to prenare plans and soecifica- tions for improving certain portions of Twenty-fifth, Twenty- eighth, Twenty-ninth, Thirtieth and I Streets . Proposed Opening of B Street, Upon a motion by Houg'r_ara, seconded by Renfro , the City Engineer was instructed to take the necessary steps to open B Street from Dracena to Palm S't.reetsa Ordinance Providing for Laying of Culverts „ Upon a, motion. by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an Ordinance making it December 6th, 1920 (Continued. ;I 589 necessary for all private parties to lay culverts eightee.n. inches below the grade of Streets. Proposed Closing; of Truxtun Avenue from Union Avenue to Connection with Highway. Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the committee appointed to investigate the advisability of closing Alleys was also instructed to investigate the advisability of closing Truxtun Avenue from Union Avenue to its connection with the County Highway, and report their findingp to the Council. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Willow , s"eoonded by Gilchrist , the meeting adjourned. yo of the Uic,y o�sf�Ca.lifornia. ATTEST: / ✓ P/ r' Cott' Cleat and F.x-of cic Cleok of the Council of the City of Bakers- field , California. 590 Be.rersfi.el:i, California, Dec. 13, 1920. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Cnunnil of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at eight o 'clock P .M. ., December 13th, 1920 . Present :Baughman .Gilchrist,Hinman,Horagham,Renfrc' ,Wi?.losa, Gilson. Minutes O'.f the regular meetin;l of December Cth 020 , read and approved as read. Refund of Tancs Allowed Scribner Estate Co . t,on a motion by Hougham, seconded. by 7'illow, petition filed by he Scribner Estate Co. , asRing for a ref'ind of "'rK4. 0?, to cover taxes erroneously paid fop 1920-2i , wa; al iowred and the kudi'LQr instructed to issue a wavrvnt to cover Same , Adoption of Resolution Ordering the Construction of improve- ments, Resolution of Inter- tion No . 392 . 7c; .•otests hyvinE been presented against contemalated imrrovenent of certain portions of Q Street, L4nsor a notion b1 'oughan, secorded by Willow, Resolat.ion en* t;,led: "RESOLUTION 07DE7ING Tl E CONSTRUCTION OF C ?ENT C O JCr,ETB CURBS., SIDIWALKS ANI; PAVEMENT ON CE TAIX 7ORTICrrS OF 0 STR15T Ida THE CITY OF BAKI STSPIRLD" , 'was adopted as read by the _ o ? ' i. ; vote:e: Ayes:Baughman,Gilchrist ,Hinman,Hougham,'?enfro ,Willaw ,Wilson_, Nays: Nore, Absent: None, Adoption. of '?`3'sol';tior. Over- ruling Protest , Resolution of In- tention No . 393. Protests filed against the improvement of certain por- tions of 7r.i On Avenue , as cutlined in Resolution of Intention No . 393, were read and discussed by the Council, and upon a mo- tion y Baughman, seconded bar =lough l ti 'n ., o ., am, ResQ u; c__ entitled: "RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTEST TO PROPOSED IMPROVE EWTS ON THAT P07TTON OF UNION AVENUE,' FROM THE N07THERLY p�, OPlRTY LINE OF TRUX- TUN AVENUE TO 'INN, NORTHVPLY CURB LIVE OF SHMNER STREET IN THE CITY OF BAhsRSPIELD" , " ad cd - read the fall of via, Qpt ..S 3. 0.7A"�, VC ` C': Nays :None. Absent:None. JIMS B'� � December 13, 1920 , Continued, } Q Adoption of Resolution Ordering Construction„ Resolution of in- tention No . 393, t`,^on a. motion by 40002m, seconded. by Baughman, Resolution entitled: t IFOOLUTION 02Dts7I G TIT C7ADING, TAMPING AND CON-- STRUCTION, OF CEMEIT CONCIE'TE AVEME\T'`^ ON '11HA.T PORTION OF U'NIOI" AITENUE FROM THE NORTh H?!Y P RO?ERTY ZNE OF TRUXTUN AVENUE TO THE NORTHERLY CURB LINE OF SUnFNER ST E.;ETn IN THE CITE OF BAuERS- FIELD°t , Tas adopted as read_ by the follor inS vote: Nays :NCIl E?, Absent: None. Donation to Repair River Levy, Mr. Emmons and Mr. Goode, representing the Progressive Business ifen's Club. appeared before the Council and .requested that a donation be granted to be expended in repairing Kern River Levy and clearing; the River bed, and upon a. motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, the Council voted to donate for tAis mark and t e City Auditor was £d.'. t or,>,ed toz�n�x issue a warrant for this amount in favor of Fred Gribble . Donation for East Bakersfield Municipal Christmas Tree . A delegation of East- Bakersfield residents appeared before the Council and requested that they donate $50,00 to be used in providing a Christmas tree for that section of the City and uno:n a motion by Hougham, seconded by Willow, the vo?:.:?C i'. 'vi^??d t0 donate this :. .?ii0 i.nt and the Auditor wF3S i.t7.^ struct>ed. to issue e warrant to favor of :rs. k. C . 7w1;., ` w� J� Lame. Request. to Adopt an Ordinance to Close Certain. Businesses on Sunday, ",. petition was presented to the Council by Mr . Fisher a.skir:y that an Ordinance be dr'afted Makin! it Conpulsory fo:�. certain Classes of business to remain close:? on Sunday, and upon a motion by Hougham, seconded by Baughman, the mattFr was laic: on the table 17 the following Grote: Ayes: Baughmian,Gil.chri s t,Hi"f:iflan,. o'."Zta 1,'fTill ow., • nTay 8: '_�:E n"::'Q ,Ta(1�_ :i J Tl Ab se��t:Norr..e. 592 December 13, 1020 ( Continued. ) Permit to Conduct soft DZNC Establishment , Upon a notion by Willow, seconded by Uougham, Dan W. Boehmer was granted Permission to conduot a soft drink establish- ment at 1100-19th Street, known 8s the Koss! Bar. Permit Granted to Conduct Parcel Delivery. Upon a notion by Baughman , seconded by Willow, L, V. Tarinez was granted permission to establish and maintain the Citizen's Parcel Delivery, same to be located at 19th and 9 streets , Vehicle Stand Permit Granted. - Uoon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, L. M. Marinez , Manager of the Citizen ' s Parcel Delivery, was granted nernission to stanG automobile 40 feet soutt of the Southeast corner of l9th and H Stroets , Petitior. Denied to Close Alley in BOO 10, Bernard Addition. Mr. Baughman, Chairman of Ve Committee aonointed to in- vestigate the advisability of closing Alley throu6b Blonk 10, Bernard Addition, reported that upon investigation it was the recommendation of the Committee that the Alley be not closed, and upon a motion placed by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the Petition was denied. Mr. Baughman also reported that it was the recommenda- tion of the Committee that Petition Placed to close Alley through Block 193, Kern, be denied, Upon a motion by Wilicw , seconded by Wilson, the matter of clocing the Alley throu£ h this Block was luid ovar for one week for further investiSation. Proposed. Closing of Truxtun Avenue . Mr. Baughman retorted that the Conmittee recommended that Tru7tun Avenue be closed from the cast line of Sonora Street to the west line of Haley Street , and _znon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Hougham, the City Engineer and the City Attorney were instructed to prenape the nelessaO &Pars to close this Avenue and r-esent thorn to the Council for action. _ --------- 93 December 13tn 1920 (Continued. ) 5 Adoption of Ordinance No, 69, New Series . T'non a motion by Renfro , sec.,onded by Willow, Ordiaance No . 69 , New Series , entitled: "AST 0'_?DT_NAYCE REPEALING 01' DT 'v'I,PTCES NOS. 59 NET SER.IE2 AND C7 NEW SERIFS" , was adopted as readby the following vote : Ayes: Hi nman,Renfro ji.ll ow,Ti lso n. Nays :Bau`hnan,GilChrist,HouSham. Abzer_t :None. Donation Allowed to Children's Shelter. A letter was read to the Council from the Bakersfield Californian soliciting a donation for, rZe Kern County Chi ld.ren.'s Shelter, and upon a motion by Willow,, o , seconded by Hougham, the Council voted to donate 8.500 .00 for this nurnose . City Attorney Instructed to Attend City Attorneys Association Convention. A letter written by the Secretary of the City Attorneys Association_ of Southern California, inviting City Attorney Gri,jalva to be present at a meeting to be held in Los Angeles on December 16th, 1923 , was read to the Council, and upon a motion? by Renfro, seconded by Willow, Mr. Grijalva was authorized to attend. the Association meeting and to present bill for eynenses . Communication from Motor Vehicle Legislative Conference. A letter written by Yr. D. F. Smith , Chairman_ of the Motor Vehicle Legislative Conference, inviting suggestions in regard to needed changes in the present State Motor Vehicle Act, was read to the Council , ard anon a notion by Willow, seconded. by Baughman, the matter was referred to the City Manager and. the Chief of Police . Allowance of Claims and. Fay Rolls. %on a motion by Willow, seconded by Renfro , claims as audited by the Finance Committee and pat rolls as authorized by the heads of Departments , -mere 8.Ilowe<? ?.ndthy Auditor Instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer ., o cover same . 9 December 13t.h, 1920 ( Continued) . 1 Cancellation of Assessment Against Partions of Bl ock s 223 and 224. Upon a motion by Willow, seconded by Penfrc , the City Tax Collector was authorized to cancel 1920-21 assessment No, 175, covering assessment of certain portions of Blocks 223 and, 224, which was purchased. in `'eat ember, 1920,by the City from T . H . Mallet and wife, for Park Purposes. State and County r'n,.xes Orderer ?aid on Properties . Upon a. motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, the City Auditor, was instructed to issue a warrant in favor of C. E. Day, County Tax Collector, to cover taxes levied against portions of Blocks 223 and 224 , for the fixcal year 1.920-21 , said taxes being in the amount of $112.11. Resolution Adopting =tars and Specifications , Resolution of Intention No . 394. Upon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , Resoln- Lion entitled: "RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS .AND S?ECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED STRAPT IMPROVEnENT ON CERTAIN PORTIONS OF MONTEREY STREiT, KENTUCKY STRL`ST, jACKSON STRErT AND BEALE AVENUE, IN ThE CITY OF BAKE^ SFIELD" , was adopted as .read by the following vote: A7es:Baughman,Gilchrist, Hinmen,Hougham,7enfro ,Willoo,;"Ti1son. Nn7s:None. Absent: None . Adoption of Resolution of Intention. No , 394 , Upon a motion by Wil1..o , seconded by .3f1'.tgT3man, Resolu- tion of Intention No . 394 , entitled.: "RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO IMPROVE CE TA15 PORTIONS OF MONTERE"Y , KENTUCKY, AND JACKSON STREETS AND 7 ALE A.VENTIE , IN TIC CITY OF BAKFRSFI In, COUNTY OF KERN, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE; KNOWN AS STRV T DISTRICT NO . 5511 was adopted as road by the following vote: Ayes:Baughman,GSlch'^ist „Hinman H uSha , ^r=rfro ;riillom;,Wilson. Nays :None. Absent: None. Adoption of Ord.a.ra,nce No . 71 New Serie? . Upon a motion by Renfro , seconded by Willow, Ordinance No. 71 �t�ag87 ���� December 13th, 19PO lContinued.. ) 5 New Series, entitled: ":AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE OFFICIAL GRADE AT 79E INTFRFFCTION OF THIRTIETH AND I STREETS IN THE CITY OF BAR.ERSFIELD" , was adopted as read by the following vote: Ayes: BauEnman.,Gilchri ot ;Hinman,Fcugba.rn,Ronf ro,Wil law ,m,Tilsonm Naps:None . Absent :None. Adoption of Ordinance No . 72 Tree, Series . Unon a motion by Baughman, seconded by Renfro , Ordinance No. 722 New Series , entitled: "AN ORDINANCE ANYTEING ORDINANCE NO, 404 ENTITLED: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE BUSINESS OF CON- DUCTING PUBLIC DAr<ChT e'ITHIN THE CITY OF BA:KEVSFIELD, AND PRO- VIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION HEREOF" ; BY ADDING FOUR NEW SECTIONS TE:R7ETO TO BE KNOWN An SECTIONS 7, 2, 9 ,and 10, ADDING ADD]TTIONAL REGULATIONS TO THE BUSINESS OF CONDUCTING PUBLIC DANCET AND IM- POSING A_ LICENSE 1'1:EMEON, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO . 24 ENTITLED: "ESN ORDINANCE TO P70HIDIT NOTSY AMUSEMENTC AND TO PREVENT IMMOV- ALITY" , was adopted a:: read by the fol.lowinE rote: Ayes:Baut n_ns� , Gilchrsst,$ir_ma�,Houvha.-n,RenfMo ,iNillcrR,�Ti7.soxi, Nays:None. Absent:Nona. Fr:`"^Deed improvemeiat no Trnnty-first street, Ci oeti.tion was ,,resented to the Council by the .owne:rs of property on Twenty-fiiut Street a.skf.ng that the necessary stens bo taken :o i.:morave that Street between H and. Cedar Streets, and it, was moved by Houghan, that the matter be laid ovep for one week, Motion lost for want of a second. 't.''pon a motion by Renfro , seconded" by Wilson, the City Engineer was instructed to raepare plans and specifications for the imppa ement of Twenty-first Street between H and Cedar Streets . Motion carried by the following vote: Absv at:Yon`n' September Water Bil] BaVersfi.eld "rater Co . Tt wqs moved by `il.lcvr , seconded ly larfro , that c.ii2. reccTnbe- 1-3th, 1920 � Continued) , nresented by the Bakersfield 11,,,ater ;:or water suncolied to the City for the month of SeoteT!be—, 19 , 77h--,c'n i C beirg held- unnendinE a decision b�7 the r1nilnoad Co=ii�;sion, be, paJd. Mo- ticn lost bAr the, follo-vi-iF-, -vote - 'c 7e,7 rc; Ow. Ad j o u rnm,o nt . U-nn a motion by Renfro , „^nnnnpn by the me,e,tl n a 0, i a r: 1. -rf Cal-lfcrnia . ATTT-,��T Co-arril of the City of Bakersfield. 597 Bakersfield, California, Dec. 20th,1920 ,. Minutes of the roS lar meeting of the Council of the City d.' Bakersfield, California., held in the Ccnncil Chamber of the City Hall at. Fight o 'clo.& P.M. , December 20'th, 1920, Present.: Baughman,Giltt r is t,Hi nman,Ho_ `bam,Renfro ,Willow,Wil.son. Absent :Qn=, Minutes of the regalar meeting of December 13th , 1920 , read and an roved :.as :read. Hearing of Protests , Ordinance of Intention No, 70, New series, Water Improvement District , This :)elrC the time set to hear Protests against the! ' formation of Niter Improvemont. District, as outlined in Ordinance of Intention No. 70, Nevr Series , a protest signed by 62 citizens was rovai to the Courcil and a verbt^..1' rrotest was entered by . Mr, J. E. `rrAth, a merber of the East Bakersfield Water Cormiattee , It. was moved. by Hougham, secoraed by Willow, that the matter of holding the election o a February GBt „, 1920, be reconsidered. Mr. HouShem then withdrew his motion_ with the consent, of Mr. Willow, it was then moved by Fenfro, seconded by Willow, than the protest be allowed. Motion curried by the following vote: Ayes Baugczan, Gilchr. St,h nm :l you^;''/ a'T .7enfro,TTilloF,Wi_l Son. Nays: None. Absent: "done , movn7 of Sign Board at Uri or: Avenue and Nineteenth St. Inn° by Begg'hmar, seconded by Wilsono the . Oity Manager was ! rst_ .ctei t see Vn e sign boa ^d_ at t�.e corner of Uni,-)n Avenue erf Ninsteer?h 7troat marked. "Bakersfield v End Kern" be removed. Petit.i,on. to Clone Alley Through Block 193 Kern, Denied. A +^: -S ,;est ,arese`lt.ed hy Harry F. Hake, owner of property °.n Bloc! 73, l.c er fiel! for.nenly Kern, protesting against the closing of Alley throe l that Block was read to i he Council and upon a '"nr,,-`. by f'ougham, seconded by Willow, foe netition '. placed. by othar owners, of this Block, to close :paid Alley was 598 lTelrli,il ' C'tard Permit Grartn,— ipon a. motion '',1.7 HouShanl. sect TidP..'i b`.Y L, F, pi:';.ce ,'as %^::-ted "`.ermi 's'? or to 'stared auto "^rant oar 5.t ,711. S'ul :ler Permits Granted to Install Ele;,tri : Sarf Mac-r. motion °JS scccm'f i by Bc e fo lr^.wi,7. g w,a.* tiez: VIE,rc! ` ,3 + F(- a' . ..".sl . '4.0 Lnst. )1.1 eler,tric si lls in front of builC.InEs at. -,,,laces d'�s ,._at, ,,ClI the YG :r,! to be do-,,a ...,r',t?2 "he of fhe. B.'.'..11.ft L V. "la le „ lC2.Ggl?th E>treet . H. Jeantrout, eO6 Baker Street. U cen ng of p a spr` 're'e t +fmm ttn letter rr J. ":,a T>. IEylit I:, Clark, StE .a'^'e that on . c behalf of th e, o't?ner.s or t'nE,,t wortio^; of -'�.>3 loli _ S(5 , T" HP"d � . L C'd1 "'.:%o fi ,3riT Or, },.,r' OS'St `° .=.(,E: En r :T:.^ 'Alke to offer t o the City a 'Deed to the westerly 20 feet of said ,Bli)!`;' ?.X.. rrt n.S'7 Ct "'-e City Y " r.. _ F',,.-, or 7t ro c.t a"]: 'Ye portic.. of Scar;^' y,i 1.d8. Ci TY 5?1'?. _-,Feed, vnO for. J.ts f°a.rther :i + 1._ T.m trnS e.nd s id nuslks al ' " PaLe,^ street fo-ortp--'e of .,vu.. �.d..,,ck, it, .be p.., +i-aJe.'St,occ: that -:3.e City 11 may have all t' e dirt r=e:'^✓`"vefa ..t' ?`!i.. .. widenir_.n.' s.4.:1ewalN ;hror,_ free of charge. It7Folred by .t1oug aar1 sec^) .dQe,,. by C) t,hat t,I-t City acce tt the s.bmit.i.r-el vrith the � � K ;ti.na of the ingtallat:ior,. of S,?C.°'Pial7!:? r and llhat. t'ne '(,Elve1 ent, '.I.SFi: 'd ill be of t�,e sgne .kind as t_ha`;, o)� Str`ot- t to 13 ."^:_1 j { _'.t the time. of Clai.;ns :xs: : Par r^l ls. T^Grt a motion " y Renf 3 :'e +nd.BG by z'oughsii , Clalyrn as n,.+ . a e h-- L, r +n. T. ,F e a'^ ^ f +' ..� `,,c_ °'. '..,.t:.o''t.I;e` u <_�toa .,..a .,�- t._c, ..U., ,,, crr.ma x�, c �e 'f.:rjTt headsI Dert ntrr.F.rts , l" ?-e o11. �.l ' X: the ed i d,-av warra r.ts :., ' '.he T <".. ",'e to 7co Yt a mot.ior, b',r ''i7i:iU,,,!, ^'i , secor C`gr,tl 7 y Ten r,o , the meeting ad.jo.zrre d. / :°_TTEST; ; or the City of BJ ^si�lsCaixf^rria, Gis.< CC ty C'le .'^a a�. field., Craif'ornia. J���s50orsf'selr Galiforria, December 27th 192 Minutes of Oe .regular meeting o7 the, Council of the City of Bakersfield , California , held in the Council. Chamber of the Cif.``. . y Hall at eight o 'clock .M. , December 27th, 1920, Prt;sen:t:Gilt'r..ri t,F_innar,Renfr , Tiliow .Tilson. Absent.:Baughmanr,Hou; har.,.. Minutes of the regular meeting of December 20th, 1920, rent and anr,roved. as read, Armit Granted to Reconstruct 7otel. Mr. T'ori.ega avCea.red before the Council and asked. permi.ssior, to reconstruct the burned oortipn of the Noriega Hotel , and upon a motion by Gilchrist, seconded by Willow, the Building Inspector was instruoted to issue oermit to reconstruct same . Free Municipal Employment'' Bureau Established. Clef of Police Stone ,ind Mr. Haberfelde , representing the Civic Commercial Association, apoeapoC IJefois the Council regardir�; the problem of the .;nemyloyed, and after some discussion it, was moved by Gilchrist, seconded by Willow, that tie Chief of Police establish a ^rF e Municipal Employment Bureau, the management of same to be under his direct supervision, Canvass of Votes Cast,. ^barter Amendrent Election, Upon a motion n^v Tillow, Seconded by Gilchrist , offida.2 c'ou^,t, of the Chart.e? A.m3ndnent Election, held December 21st , 1920 , was ordered oanVaP.SL'G.?.• 9'?7. t .` T...1E: following :;`r.sU. '_. Yes. 70 . . Yes o . Amendment No 1 355 376 Amendment No. 2 262 423 9 t! 3 192 496 n rt4 199 490 It PP 5 327 542 It rr 6 142 625 It It 7 250 423 It It p 251? 457 It re 9 238 408 ae It 10 279 379 r! 0 11 261 3%7 t t 12 247 394 4P It 13 273 3°.4 1! 9P 14 266 3 ter: t! t 15 23S 415 n rt le 287 367 n et 17 232 424 s rr 18 261 378 t e 1c... 21P 426 t t 20 249 419 It rt 21 219 420 Pt rr 29 251 354 rr e! 23 251 757 n rr 24 244 364 ¢! !! 25 286 328 t! rP 2e 270 348, e! a 27 262 363 rt rt 2S 240 369 re Pt 29 264 337 t! r! 30 279_ 334 rr Pt 31 234 357 t! ry 32 264 3316 et rr 33 222- 384 e rr 34 235 355 r. rP F5 302 31 G e! » 01 ti.6 3 320 rP n .37 223 307 rr n qp 22S 373 ro R39 219 386 ! e 40 224. 388 rr r! 41 256 365 rt tt 42 267 340 P9 Pt 13 223 392 n n 44 232 377 t! n ,5 24C; ?.F7 r' "" 40 276 340 es !7 237 407 4S 237 362 P} PP 2 25C 367 Pt it ;.rn ! t 51 ??3 370 ! t 52 227 34? rR n 53 240 378 1B " 54 247 360 !! ?i 552 24., 5e 35? r! It ac 299 336 600 December 27t 1920 . ; Continued) . Y s. No . Yes . No . knendment 'No. 57 2170 3C7 Ameerdment No . 5E 250 32" n t 59 292 351 It It5,) 20? 424 rr " 01 258 362 l..1tE' r.ati.Ve"No ,1 243 38e Dion a. motion I,p Renfro, sa;;onded ' ,, Gilchrist , all pronosed P-me nrP,ents to the Chpr^t E-Y° were declared, lost, Allo7rance of Salaries to Electio; Officer° anc rent. of Polling Pla.c.es. ?po�z a mctiors by Renfro , seconded b�Tilsdn, the �•r.ditor was instructed to dsav T,,rarra:nts in t'r.a smount of lC . 00 each , ir., favor of the various Election Officers ser;.i_rg .on Election Boards fot. the 0harnte;n Electic-l. -.eld. December 2 _st., 1020, :.and a121 to dr-:nt way-r t_; i'r ..I'e a.r":7ntY.Tlt �f 1Cm0'C each for rent Of polling places for said. election— Addz)tio:^ of Plans and S^ecz - fi,catioonE , Street. District, No .07. Upon a rndtion by REnfrd , seoorced by Gilchrist, Resoluti.011 entitled: " 2E'CLUTrON ^DOPTING ?DNS AND SPIrTFTCT".'P ONS FOP, PRO- POSED STRI'ET IMPROVEMENT ON 25th ETI?EET F70M TNF, EASTERLY LINE OF I STREET TO TIT:' WESTERLY LINE OF C-HESTER AVEN'-h : 28th ST tE"_' FROM THE EASTERLY "-IN!! OF I STREET TO THE "7ESTFRLY LINE OF CI''ESTER :VENUE: 29t➢^ ST7 ET FT31 `f TI°E EA7T7,,.7LY LINE OF I STRU ET TO TL'E 1, ESTE^LY LINIE OF CHESTE'R AVENUE: 30th STRET�T F7,11 71'B EASTERLY I:1?�F OF T STRE:ET TO TIE' VaEST PLY LI^E OF C ;ST AVENUE a.ri T 7m"RET R'RUM THE UTuE',IY LINE OF 28fi.h STREET TO r-F, NOR711P,,RLY LINE OF 30th STRE77, rLL IT,d 77F CT. TV OF RAKE SFIELV' was adopted as read by the follow-L 1g -cote: Ayes:Gil c'hrist,Hinman,Renfro, Wi..1lorr,jfilson. ":ays: None. Absent : $aaghman,Houg':1am. Adortiarn of Resolution of Intention No . 395. Uoon. a motion by n i' '- rS', seCG ldea b; Renf:ro v ^Esolut :dn o" Intention No . 395, enti.t.led: "RESOLTTTION OF INTENTION TO IYPROVE CERTAIN PORTIONS OF 25th STREET F- -V THE; EASTET�?,Y LT`-F: OF I STREET TO THE I�TRSTFRLY LINE OF CHESTER AVENUE: 28th STREET FROM THE EASTERLY LINE OF I STRICT TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF CHESTER AVENUE: 29th ST,?h' T FROM THE EA!=7E L.Y LINE OF I TH:LET '.0 UIR ;,TF 'TY TINE OF CTiEST ER AVENUE: 3,0th eT'EE:T FROM 71, S EAR-TTI LY LINE OF 1. NC8�8' 601 December 27th, 1920. ( Continued. STREET E a^ ES^ v LINT F CEE?Tr AVENUE' AND I STREET FROSd TO T�iu �7 � r:.F,_. 0_ TT? `.SOUTHERTY :'TIE OF 2?th STREET TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF 30th STREET, A ,L TN ThE CITY OF BELT' IFFI ED, COUNTY OF KE7N. STATE. OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWP, AT STREET SIcm 1 0 T NO . W was adapted as read by the following vote : Aye :Gilcih.v':i .st ,Hinm,on,lenfro,Willaw,Wilson. NaYF:None . Absent :Baa"nman ,Heughym. Pool RoomForm! t. Granted. Upon a notion by Willow, wec:oLded by Wilson, V. ?elosl &9 granted ;oe_missio:n to conduct. P& Racm at 1323-19th Street. Permit Granted to Conduct Soft Drink Establistrent Uror motion by ;'di' i.ow , seconded by Gil.c'rri st, Frank Fnestoy was S er'. .e C3. ✓_3 oa;rl.1:3.A(a r; to conduct a73:t maintain soft d:^3T:ad E3 k3 t.a.3^m Vesicle Staaid Pannit, Ci-anted. UEcn F_ motion by Renfro, seconded by Willow, 0e following nartAes wein granted noonission to a`anC' -shi .,las at. rlL_ H. Myers 20 2 Chaste. rvcnue . �!y l . T. Markle 1613 Inest�er Aveine.x IY Allowance of Claims . Uran a motion , y Aerfxo , seCa 1ded. bV Willow, claims 8 audited by the Finance C(.,.=ittee were allowed and the Audi DtI instructed to '.raw warrants an the Treasurer to ^.ovon same .. Ads-otton of Resolution Accepting Deed. TTY70,n a motion by illt}w,. seconded d Q Gilchrist, Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT CONTAINED DEED DATED 1 u_ „0= A,E IN D J.4 �.. DECEMBER , 13, 1920, VIElSlid CLAUDE XFOUSON, CONVEYS CERTAIN REAL ' PR`2TY TO Tt'F "ITY OF BAKE : DIRECTING AUDIT07 TO DRAT siN-.tcNTttwas nassed and adopted as read by the following arf C, (302 December ?Nth, 1920 (Ca t roved. ) Refund of License 7aAS for Ins;%ra2nce. Bur ,.oppc Upon a :motion bfir Willow, secor..decl by Renfro, the City Auditor 1'.as instructed to I.scue a warrant for 02.5 , 00 in favor of Mills , Collins CYO: Mortensen, to cover refund of licerse face q rnOt".,u '.e=u paid for 1.T!STY.Y'9.Yi.Cfe "': "' nnao , Bakersfield Water Works ' Seotember Bill Ordered N.i d, communication written by the Rall oRd Cownissicn of the , er. oaeld W aha . W rk concerning rn.i,r ,..,� s+ California -i�,• }rP r3 a1{c, 5i I..,L r ��„cC o!o S , `?»_C'B _. eater rates as of f t . _g M2L ici oa? ase , was read to the Co 7 . ., 's_''_ and upon F motion by Willow, seconded by lenfro , rill of `.-'Ke Bakersfield Water Works for eater se ri ;e c� rerang the mG ' h of Ser. iember, 1920, ;rf riconl.a held on bl the, Coon .il , was ordered nail, and. the Anditon '7d<'.. .p instructed to :draw a wa,. nant. in the Slim of $11.7. 50 to cover abo7n claim. Dinr,ensation of ervi^e- Mrs . V . 7, Lirde7en. Uno n a motion by Will.o`.''3. Secon=iied by Gilchrist. services of Ir7r.> H. Lindgren were nVered Visnensed with or the ,..:>t day of January, 1920 Price Offered for Plans for Park ., Urnon ;. motion by Willow, 'seconded by Renfro, a ,ash drive of 125 ,io was offered Y7 the City for the best plans o the l9th. Tt.rreet Park , a.11 plans t3 to . , 1i.*;te 'o the Cite Clerk before 5 o 'clock P .M. , Pebrua:ry 7th, 1921 . The Council reserves the right to reject any and all blans submitted. Ad.iaurnnent. Upon a motion by Renfro s2 n,'.led Gilchrist, the neeting 9--�, r �f tr, e City of Bauersfield, --' — mm a. P City to rk Rua -x-offtlin C ;_e _k of the Council of the City of &tee-sfield, California.