HomeMy WebLinkAboutJULY - SEPT 1963Bakersfield, California, July l, 1963
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Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. July 1, 1963.
The audience joined with the Council in giving
Allegiance to the Flag.
Invocation was offered by the Reverend H. A. Green of the
Mr. Zion Baptist Church.
Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz,
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of
as presented.
Doolin,
June 17,
of the City
the Pledge of
Marchbanks,
1963 were approved
Bids for operation of Concessions at the
Civic Auditorium referred to the City Manager
and Civic Auditorium Committee for study
and recommendation.
that the Council
of the Human Relations Committee as a part of City
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, bids received
for operation of the food, tobacco, beverage and other concession items
sold in the Bakersfield Civic Auditorium, were referred to the City
Manager and Civic Auditorium Committee for study and report back at
special meeting of the Council to be held Monday, July 8, 1963, at
7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers.
Council takes the matter of the Human
Relations Committee as a part of City
government from the table.
At meeting of March 26, 1962, Councilman Croes stated that
it was his personal belief that a Human Relations Committee should not
be an official arm of the City government and made a metion, which was
seconded by Councilman Rucker, that the matter of the Human Relations
Committee as a part of City government be tabled.
It was moved by Rucker, seconded by Doolin,
take the matter
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government from the table.
vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
The motion carried by the following called
Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks~ Mossman~
None
None
that the matter of the establishment
now open for discussion and everyone
opportunity to be heard.
Attorney Gabriel
that he was present in the
Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Resolution No. 47-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
establishing an Inter-Group Relations Board.
Mayor Winer advised the large audience in the Council Chambers
of a Human Relations Committee was
present would be given an
Solomon addressed the Council stating
capacity of a resident, citizen and
tax-payer of the City of Bakersfield, as a representative of the
Bakersfield Negro Ministerial Alliance, and as a legal representative
of the Bakersfield Chapter of the NAACP~ and proposing the promotion
of inter-racial~ inter-faith and inter-ethnic harmony in the City~ on
which proposition he desired to speak this evening. He proceeded to
read a resolution submitted by the groups he represented~ entitled
"A Resolution of the Council of the City of Bakersfield establishing
an Inter-Group Relations Board"~ making certain additions and changes
in the text previously furnished to the Council~ as he went along.
After discussion~ it was moved by Rucker~ seconded by Doolin~ that
the Resolution~ as amended~ be adopted.
Before this motion was voted upon~ Councilman Stiern asked
permission of the Mayor, and read a resolution submitted by Councilmen
Balfanz~ Mossman and Himself~ which outlined their proposal for the
organization and establishment of a Citizens' Committee on Racial
and Religious Harmony.
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After discussion, Councilman Marchbanks offered an amendment
to the main motion, seconded by Councilman Rucker, that the eleven
member Board proposed in the Resolution presented by Attorney Solomon,
be reduced to nine members, with each Council member appointing one
person to the Board, and the remaining Board members to be nominated
by the Mayor and appointment approved by majority vote of the Council.
This amendment carried by the following called vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
Councilman Mossman offered a substitute motion, which
was seconded by Councilman Stiern, that the Council adopt the Resolution
which had been read by Councilman Stiern. The Mayor asked for a roll
call which resulted in a tie vote as follows:
Ayes: Balfanz, Mossman, Stiern
Noes: Doolin, Marchbanks, Rucker
Absent: None
Pursuant to Section 14 of the Charter which states that the
Mayor shall have the right to vote on all matters when the vote of the
Council results in a tie, Mayor Winer cast his vote in the negative,
and the motion failed to carry.
After further discussion by the Council and interested
persons in the audience, the original motion to adopt the Resolution
presented by Attorney Solomon was voted upon and carried as follows:
Ayes: Doolin, Marchbanks, Rucker, Stiern
Noes: Balfanz, Mossman
Absent: None
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City Attorney instructed to prepare an
emergency ordinance amending Chapter 10.24
of the Municipal Code providing for the
holding of promotional sales at the
discretion of the City Manager.
The Downtown Business Association has requested permission
to hold a sale on the City sidewalks. Inasmuch as Chapter 10.24 of the
Municipal Code makes it unlawful to use sidewalks for display or storage
or merchandise, upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, the
City Attorney was instructed to prepare an amendment to Chapter 10.2~
of the Municipal Code providing for the holding of promotional sales at
the discretion of the City Manager.
Action on Resolution of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield amending Resolution No.
22-62 by deleting Section V therefrom deferred
for two weeks.
The Mayor advised that action on Resolution of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield amending Resolution No. 22-62 by deleting
Section V Therefrom, would be deferred for two weeks.
Mayor authorized to sign petition to the
Superior Court of the State of California
for consideration of a plan to memorialize
the name of Beale and for disposition of
assets.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Balfanz, the Mayor was
authorized to sign a petition to the Superior Court of the State of
California in the matter of the Beale Memorial Library, a charitable
gift, for consideration of a plan to memorialize the name of Beale
and for disposition of assets.
Reappointment of Mr. Arthur Geib as
Member of the Transit Authority Commission.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Doolin, Mr. Arthur
Geib was reappointed as a member of the Transit Authority Commission
for a five year term expiring June 30, 1968.
Adoption of Resolution No. 46-63 of
the City Council of the City of Bakersfield
adopting budget proposal for expenditure of
funds allocated under Section 2107.5 of the
Streets and Highways Code.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, Resolution No.
46-63 of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield adopting budget
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proposal for expenditure of funds allocated under Section 2107.5 of the
Streets and Highways Code, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks~ Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
Appointment of Civic Auditorium Manager
on a permanent basis.
Mr. Irving Ducoff, Civic Auditorium Manager~ has completed
his six months' probationary period~ and upon a motion by Balfanz,
seconded by Stiern, he was appointed to that position on a permanent
basis effective July 1, 1963. ~
Thirty day leave of absence with pay
granted Director of Finance.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, thirty day
leave of absence with pay was granted Jack P. Ference, Director of
Finance, for period of June 3, 1963 to June 30, 1963 inclusive, in
lieu of severance pay.
Adoption of Emergency Ordinance No. 1485
New Series altering the boundaries of the
Seventh Ward of the City of Bakersfield,
California.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Stiern, Emergency
Ordinance No. 1485 New Series altering the boundaries of the Seventh
Ward of the City of Bakersfield, California, was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
None
None
First reading given Ordinance altering the
boundaries of the Third, Fourth, Fifth and
Sixth Wards of the City of Bakersfield,
California.
First reading was given proposed ordinance altering the
boundaries of the Third,
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Adoption of Resolution No. 48-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield fixing
a time and place for hearing protests by
persons owning real property within territory
designated as "Sunset No. 3"~ proposed to be
annexed to the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks~ seconded by Mossman, Resolution
No. 48-63 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield fixing August 12~ 1~
in the Council Chambers of the City Hall as the time and place for hearxng
protests by persons owning real property within territory designated
as "Sunset No. 3"~ proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield,
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz~ Doolin~ Marchbanks~ Mossman~ Rucker~ Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
Approval of substitution of Donald L.
Thomas for Sam Polios on the Jastro
Park Concession Contract.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Doolin~ substitution
of Donald L. Thomas for Sam Polios on the Jastro Park Concession Contract
due to sale of this concession~ was approved.
Adoption of Resolution of Intention No.
783 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield
declaring its intention to order the vacation
of a portion of Castro Lane~ City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Doolin~ seconded by Marchbanks~ Resolution
of Intention No. 783 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring
its intention to order the vacation of a portion of Castro Lane~ City
of Bakersfield, and setting date of July 29, 1963 for hearing on the
matter before the Council~ was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin~ Marchbanks~ Mossman~ Rucker~ Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Adoption of Resolution No. 49-63
requesting the California Highway Patrol
to take over traffic management of the new
Highway 99 Freeway within the City of
Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin, Resolution
No. 49-63 requesting the California Highway Patrol to exercise exclusive
traffic law enforcement and management over that section of the new
Highway 99 Freeway and its adjoining ramps which passes through the
City limits of the City of Bakersfield upon its completion, was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Emergency Ordinance No. 1486 New
Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending Section 2 of Ordinance No. 1484 New
Series.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Marchbanks, Emergency
Ordinance No. 1486 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending Section 2 of Ordinance No. 1484 New Series, was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 50-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield fixing a
time and place for hearing protests by persons
owning real property within territory designated
as "Pacheco No. 3", proposed to be annexed to
the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, Resolution
No. 50-63 of the C~uncil of the City of Bakersfield fixing August 12, 1963
in the Council Chambers of the City Hall as the time and place for hearing
~otests by persons owning real property within territory designated as
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was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz~ Doolin~ Marchbanks~
Noes: None
Absent: None
"Pacheco No. 3"~ proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield,
Mossman~ Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Resolution No. 51-63 of Intention
to include within the Greater Bakersfield
Separation of Grade District certain territory
designated as "Pacheco No. 3"~ and setting the
time and place for hearing objections to the
inclusion of said territory within said Distric'~.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin~ Resolution No.
51-63 of Intention to include within the Greater Bakersfield Separation of
Grade District certain territory designated as "Pacheco No. 3"~ and fixing
August 12, 1963 for hearing objections to the inclusion of said ter:~itory
within said District, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz~ Doolin~ Marchbanks~ Mossman, Rucker~ Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers Nos.
3744 to 3909 inclusive, in amount of $252,853.59, as audited by the
Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted
for payment of same.
Communication from Mr. Ben Ridion requesting
that the east end of the 500 block of 32nd
Street be designated as a street referred to
the Planning Commission.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Mossman, communication
from Mr. Ben Ridlon~ 502½ - 31st Street, requesting that the east end of the
500 Block of 32nd Street be designated as a street~ was received and
ordered placed on file, and referred to the Planning Commission for
study and recommendation.
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Copy of communication from Southern Pacific
Company concerning recommendations to
improve conditions at California Avenue
Crossing No. BT-314.15, on Buttonwillow
Branch referred to the City Engineer.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, copy of a
communication sent to the Public Utilities Commission by the Southern
Pacific Company concerning recommendations to improve conditions at
California Avenue Crossing No. BT-314.15, on Buttonwillow Branch, was
received and ordered placed on file and referred to the City Engineer.
City Attorney instructed to prepare Resolution
giving consent Of the Council to the commencement
of annexation proceedings for the annexation to
the City of Bakersfield of certain inhabited and
unincorporated territory in the County of Kern
contiguous to the City of Bakersfield and designated
as Castro Lane No. 1.
A petition containing the signatures of l0 persons in the
area requesting the consent of the Council to the annexation to the
City of Bakersfield of that territory lying north of Ming Road and
east of the 99 Bypass, approximately the SW~ of Section 1, lying between
Ming and Brundage and H and Wible, and to be designated "Castro Lane
No. 1", was received and upon a motion by Marchbanks~ seconded by
Mossman, was referred to the City Attorney to prepare a resolution giving
consent of the Council to the commencement of annexation proceedings
for the annexation to the City of Bakersfield of this inhabited
and unincorporated territory.
Petition for annexation to the City of
Bakersfield of that certain inhabited
and unincorporated territory to the City
of Bakersfield to be designated "Castro
Lane No. 1", referred to the Planning Commission
for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, petition
for the annexation to the City of Bakersfield of that certain inhabited
and unincorporated territory to the City of Bakersfield lying north of
Ming Road and east of the 99 Bypass, to be designated "Castro Lane
No. l", was referred to the Planning Commission for study and recommen-
dation.
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Adoption o! liesolUtion No. 52-63
of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield ordering the vacation of
a portion of 22nd Street in the City
of Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing on the proposed
vacation of a portion of 22nd Street, in the City of Bakersfield,
California, under Resolution of Intention No. 782, and no protests
or objections having been received,
seconded by Stiern, Resolution No.
adopted by the following vote.:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman~
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Doolin,
adjourned at 10:55 P.M.
upon a motion by Rucker,
52-63 ordering the vacation was
Rucker, Stiern
seconded by Balfanz, the Council
MAYOR Of the City of Bakersfield,
Calif.
ATTE ST:
CITY CL~and Ex-Officio--L~l~rk of the
the City of Bakersfield~ California
Council of
Bakersfield, California, July 8~ 1963
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Minutes of a special meeting of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield~ California, held in the Council Chambers of the City
Hall at 7:30 P.M. July 8~ 1963~ for the sole purpose of considering
bids received for the operation of food, tobacco~ beverage and other
concession items sold in the Bakersfield Civic Auditorium.
Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz~ Doolin~ Marchbanks,
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Absent: None
Mrs. Balfanz~ as chairman of the Civic Auditorium Committee:.
advised that the Committee had met and requested the City Manager to
check into a couple of the bids requirement which had not been met~
and to interview both applicants.
The City Manager advised that both bidders had now complied
with the provisions of the specifications and had been investigated
and were sufficiently acquainted with the operation to know what would
be expected of them.
Dr. Stiern stated that at the meeting of the Committee they
had reviewed the qualifications and documents which each of the bidders
has submitted, and the Committee thought it would be well to have the
entire Council become familiar with the documents which had been
submitted and they had asked the City Manager to make .it plain to the
other Council members that they could come in and review the informatibn
in his office. The documents were in the possession of the City Clerk
and were given to the members of the Council to look over the material.
Acceptance of bid of A. C. Speth~ Jr.
dba Sanitation Engineers~ for Concessions
in the Civic Auditorium.
Upon a motion by Balfanz~ seconded by Stiern, bid of A. C.
Speth~ Jr. dba Sanitation Engineers,
Concessions in the Bakersfield Civic
for operation of certain
Auditorium for a percentage of
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gross sales in amount of 39% to be paid to the City, was accepted,
the other bid received was rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to
execute the contract for same. Councilman Mossman abstained from voting
on this motion.
Dr. Stiern stated that in recommending this high bid~ he~ as
a member of the Auditorium Committee, would like to be on record that
the specifications were very clear as to prices to be charged for
commodities, etc., and that he will expect the concessonaire to
fully honor those specifications in regard to prices. He further stated
that he does not expect him to come back in a couple of months or so and
request the Council to elevate the prices because it isn't possible
to operate with that margin. Dr. Stiern said the reputation of the
Civic Auditorium has been the finest and the whole Council is anxious
to have good service and fair prices prevail.
Mayor Winer said that he agrees with Councilman Stiern that
it should be completely understood that the prices as set should prevail
the class of service that is presently being rendered should
and also
continue.
The City Manager advised that the comments made by the Council
and the Mayor had previously been made very clear to both bidders, and
it will not come as a surprise to them what will be expected.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks~ seconded by Balfanz~ the Council
adjourned at 7:45 P.M.
MAYOR ~f ~he City of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CI an~ f io Clerk of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California
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Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P. M. July 15, 1963.
The audience joined with the Council in giving the Pledge
of Allegiance to the Flag.
Invocation was offered
St. Paul's Methodist Church.
Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, iMarchbanks,
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Absent: None
by the Reverend T. A. Sears of
meeting of July 8,
Minutes of the regular meeting of July 1, 11963 and special_
1963 were approved as presented.
Acceptance of bid of Griffith Co. to
furnish 1800 Tons of Type "B" Asphalt
Concrete.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Marchbanks,
unit prices
bid by Griffith Company to furnish 1800 Tons of Type "B" Asphalt
Concrete were accepted~ all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor
was authorized to execute the contract.
Acceptance of bid of Floyd E. Bratchef
for Concrete Curbs, Gutters and Sidewalks.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, unit prices bid
by Floyd E. Bratchef for construction of Concrete Curbs, Gutters and
Sidewalks, were accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor
was authorized to execute the contract.
Adoption of Resolution No. 53-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amending
Civic Auditorium Resolution No. 22-62 by
deleting Section V thereof.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution No.
53-63 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Civic Auditorium
Resolution No. 22-62 by deleting Section V thereof, was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Adoption of Ordinance No. 1487 New Series
altering the boundaries of the Third, Fourth,
Fifth and Sixth Wards of the City of
Bakersfield, California.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Rucker, Ordinance
No. 1487 New Series altering the boundaries of the Third, Fourth,
Fifth and Sixth Wards of the City of Bakersfield, California, was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Reception of communications from Bakersfield
Ministerial Alliance and Bakersfield Branch
NAACP expressing appreciation for the
creation of a City Inter-Group Relations Board.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Rucker, communications
from the Bakersfield Ministerial Alliance and the Bakersfield Branch
NAACP expressing appreciation for the creation of a City Inter-Group
Relations Board, were received and ordered placed on file.
Appointment of Members of Inter-Group
Relations Board.
At this time the following members of the Inter-Group
Relations Board, provided for in Resolution No. 47-63 adopted by the
Council on July 1, 1963, were
Mr. Coleman Reynolds
Mr. Edgar A. Watkins
Mrs. Frances M. Sill
Rev. Julius D. Brooks
Mrs. Lois Y. Harriman
appointed:
3901 Union Avenue
131 0 Street
2317 Beech Street
1007 California Ave.
214 Oregon Street
Mayor Winer appointed Mr. George Xezonatos,
Drive, and Mr. Harry W. Rubin, 2601 Harmony
Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, the Mayor~
confirmed by the Council.
Councilman Balfanz
Councilman Doolin
Councilman Stie. rn
Councilman Rucker
Councilman Marchbanks
1840 Chevy Chase.
Drive, and upon a motion
appointments were
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Approval of classification specifications
for the positions of Auditor-Controller
and Deputy Auditor-Controller.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Mossman, classification
specifications for the positions of Auditor-Controller and Deputy
Auditor-Controller, were approved.
Approval granted to make final payment
to Guy E. Hall for construction of Civic
Auditorium.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Stiern, approval was
granted to release final payment in amount of $50,455.88 to Guy E.
Hall for construction of the Civic Auditorium.
Approval of step salary increase for
Roberta Skrivanek, secretary=stenographer
Civic Auditorium.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Stiern, step salary
increase from $459 to $482 for Roberta Skrivanke, secretary-
stenographer in the Civic Auditorium, was approved effective August 11,
1963.
Adoption of Resolution of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield amending
Resolution No. 25-63 (Advance Ticket Sales
Office at the Civic Auditorium.)
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, Resolution
No. 54-63 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending
Resolution No. 25-63 (Advance Ticket Sales Office at the Civic
Auditorium) was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Adoption of Ordinance No. 1488 New Series
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending Emergency Ordinance No. 1448 New
Series of the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, Ordinance
No. 1488 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending
Emergency Ordinance No. 1448 New Series of the City of Bakersfield,
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1489 New Series
amending Chapter 10.24 (Displaying Merchandise
on Streets) of the Municipal Code of the City
of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, Ordinance
No. 1489 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending
Chapter 10.24 (Displaying Merchandise on Streets) of the Municipal Code
of the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: Stiern
Absent: None
Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker
Request from Peter T.and Major Robert T.
Rodriguez for annexation of two parcels of
land on the north side of Planz Road between
Wible Road and Agate Street, referred to the
Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, request from
Peter T. and Major Robert T. Rodriguez for annexation of two parcels
of land located on the north side of Planz Road between Wible Road
and Agate Street, was referred to the Planning Commission for study
and recommendation.
Approval of License Agreement with the A. T.
& S. F. Railway for right of entry along
north side of California Avenue between Oak
and A Streets.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Rucker, License Agreeiaent
with the A. T. & S. F. Railway for right of entry along the north side
of California Avenue between Oak and A Streets~ was approved, and the
Mayor was authorized to execute same.
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Approval of Plans and Specifications and
authorization granted to advertise for bids
for the improvement of California Avenue
between Oak and A Streets.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Marchbanks, Plans and
Specifications were approved, and authorization was granted to advertise
for bids for the improvement of California Avenue between Oak Street
and A Street.
Approval of Map of Tract No.
Contract and Specifications
in said Tract.
2815 and
for improvements
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin, it is ordered
that the Map of Tract No. 2815 be, and the same is hereby approved.
That all the streets, drives, alleys, courts and easements shown upon
said map and thereon offered for dedication be, and the same are hereby
accepted for the purpose or the purposes for which the same are offered
for dedication.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 11587 of the Business
and Professions Code, the City Council hereby waives the r equiremenl of
signatures of the following:
Kern County Land Company
Pacific Gas & Electric Company
City of Bakersfield
County of Kern
The Clerk of this Council
Mineral rights below 500 feet
Tower line and Pipeline
easements
Easements for Pole Lines and
incidentals in vacated 25th
Easement for Road along Old
Stine Extension Canal
is directed to endorse upon the
St.
face of said map a copy of this order authenticated by the seal of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield, and the Mayor was authorized to
execute contract and specifications for the improvements in said Tract.
Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed
from Greater Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
for portion of San Dimas Street.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Mossman, Street Right of
Way Deed from the Greater Bakersfield Memorial Hospital for a portion of
San Dimas Street, was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to execute
same.
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Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed
from John Deeter for the east one-half
of Oswell Street adjacent to Tract No. 2783.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Stiern, Street Right
of Way Deed from John Deeter for the east one-half of Oswell Street
adjacent to Tract No. 2783, between Pepperdine Street and Glenbrook
Avenue, was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Adoption of Resolution No. 56-63 adopting
Budget for expenditure of Gas Tax Funds.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
56-63 adopting Budget for expenditure of Gas Tax Funds, was
No.
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Rucker, Stiern
Refund granted Sanders Plant Foods for
overpayment of business license for period
January 1, 1963 to June 30, 1963.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Rucker, refund of
$40.00 was granted Sanders Plant Foods covering overpayment of business
license for period January 1 to June 30, 1963.
Date of August 12, 1963 set for hearing before
the Council on request of Francis Dorsey et al
to zone that certain property located north of
Chester Avenue west of Real Road to a C-2
(Commercial) or more restrictive zone.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, date of August
12, 1963, was set for hearing before the Council on request of
Francis Dorsey et al to zone that certain property located north of
Chester Avenue west of Real Road to a C-2 (Commercial) or more
restrictive zone.
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Date of July 29, 1963 set for hearing before
the Council on request of Tibbel Properties, Inc..
et al to zone those certain properties located
in the vicinity of White Lane and Hughes Lane,
north of Asphalto Branch Southern Pacific Railway
to C-2 (Commercial) or more restrictive zone,
and M-1 (Light Manufacturing) or more restrictive
zone.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, date of July 29, 1963 was
set for hearing before the Council on request of Tibbel Properties, linc.
et al, to zone those certain properties located in the vicinity of White
Lane and Hughes Lane, north of Asphalto Branch Southern Pacific Railway
to C-2 (Commercial) or more restrictive zone, and M-1 (Light Manufacturing)
or more restrictive zone.
Date of August 12, 1963 set for hearing before
the Council on application by John Deeter to amend
the zoning boundaries from an R-1 (Single-Family
Dwelling) Zone to a C-2-D (Commercial - Architectural
Design) or more restrictive zone, on that certain
property located south and west of realigned
Stine Canal north of 24th Street, east of Kern
River.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Mossman, date of August 12, 1963
was set for hearing on application by John Deeter to amend the zoning
boundaries from an R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling) Zone to a C-2-D
(Commercial - Architectural Design) or more restrictive zone, on that
certain property located south and west of realigned Stine Canal,
north of 24th Street, east of Kern River.
Request of Robert J. Patterson et al for
annexation of a parcel of land commonly
known as 3713 Loma Vista Avenue and some
adjacent properties to the City o:f
Bakersfield, referred to the City Manager's
annexation committee.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, request of Robert J.
Patterson et al for annexation of a parcel of land commonly known as
3713 Loma Vista Avenue and some adjacent properties to the City of
Bakersfield was referred to the City Manager's annexation committee for
determination of the boundary.
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Proposal of K. P. Girard et al to annex
a parcel of land located east of Wible
Road, north of Ming Avenue to the City
of Bakersfield, referred to the City
Engineer.
The Planning Commission submitted a memorandum recommending
approval of proposal of K. P. Girard et al to annex a parcel of land
located east of Wible Road, north of Ming Avenue, to the City of
Bakersfield, and upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, the
request was referred to the City Engineer for preparation of the
boundary for submission to the Kern County Boundary Commission.
Adoption of Resolution No. 55-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield consenting
to the commencement of annexation proceedings
for the annexation to the City of Bakersfield
of certain inhabited and unincorporated
territory in the County of Kern, State of
California, contiguous to the City of
Bakersfield and designated as "Castro Lane
No. 1."
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 55-63 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield consenting to the
commencement of annexation proceedings for the annexation to the
City of Bakersfield of certain inhabited and unincorporated territory
in the County of Kern, State of California, contiguous to the City
of Bakersfield and designated as "Castro Lane No. 1", was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker,Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
Proposal to locate a community park in
southwest Bakersfield, adjacent to the
proposed high school site referred to
the City-County Cooperation Committee,
the administrative staff and the Recreation
Committee.
A Planning Commission memorandum submitting resulsts of study
as to the feasibility of locating a community park in the Southwest
Bakersfield area, adjacent to the proposed high school site, was read,
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and after considerable discussion, upon a motion by Stiern, seconded
by Doolin, the proposal was referred to the City-County Cooperation
Committee, the administrative staff and the Recreation Committee for
discussion and study. When seconding the motion, Councilman Doolin
requested that if this action is unsuccessful, that the Council come
back to the original recommendation of the Planning Commission and
continue from that point.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Doolin, Vouchers Nos.
3910 to 3011 inclusive, and Nos. 1 to 46, inclusive, in amount of
$379,779.24, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were
allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same.
Reception of communication from Division
of Highways attaching a certified copy of
a resolution passed by the California Highway
Commission adopting the route for a portion
of State Highway in Kern County between Oak
Street and Golden State Avenue.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, communication
from the Diasion of Highways attaching a certified copy of a resolution
passed by the California Highway Commission adopting the route for a
portion of State Highway in Kern County between Oak Street and Golden
State Avenue, was received and ordered placed on file.
Reception of Notice of Receipt of Notice
in the matter of the Proposed Incorporation
of the City of Oildale.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, Notice from
the Board of Supervisors of the County of Kern of the Receipt of a
Notice of Intention of the proposed incorporation of the City of
Oildale, was received and ordered placed on file.
Reception of communication from David S.
Fairbairn, Supervisor of the Third District,
enclosing copy of his letter to the Greater
Bakersfield Separation of Grade District, re work
being done on the Beale Avenue Overcrossing.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from David S. Fairbairn, Supervisor of the Third District, enclosing
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a copy of his letter to the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade
District re work being. done on the Beale Avenue Overcrossing, was
received and ordered placed on file.
Hearing continued until a later date
on application by Mercy Hospital to amend
Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal
Code by changing the Land Use Zoning of
that property in the City of Bakersfield
commonly known as 2311Truxtun Avenue.
This being the time set for hearing on application by Mercy
Hospital to amend Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code by changing
the Land Use Zoning of that certain property in the City of Bakersfield
commonly known as 2311Truxtun Avenue, communication from Sister M.
Marian, Administrator of Mercy Hospital requesting that action on this
matter be deferred pending application for rezoning of an adjacent parcel,
was read. Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Marchbanks, the hearing
was continued until a date to be decided upon later.
Removal from calendar of appeal by George
Little to the decision of the Board of
Zoning Adjustment approving application of
Earl Clemons for a Conditional Use Permit
for the operation and maintenance of a church
in an R-2 (Two-Family Dwelling) Zone on that
certain property commonly known aS 1008
Lakeview Avenue.
This being the time set for hearing on an appeal by George
Little to the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment approving
application of Earl Clemons for a Conditional Use PerEit for the
operation and maintenance of a church in an R-2 (Two-Family Dwelling)
Zone, on that certain property commonly known as 1008 Lakeview Avenue,
a communication from Mr. Bruce F. Bunker, attorney, requesting that
this appeal be abandoned, was read. Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded
by Rucker, the hearing was removed from the calendar.
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Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 174
granting Conditional Use Permit to permit
the operation and maintenance of a Day-Care
Nursery on that certain property commonly
known as 1400 South Chester Avenue.
This being the time set for hearing on appeal of Loretta
Jo Cross to the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying
her application for a Conditional Use Permit for the operation and
maintenance of a day-care nursery in an R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling)
Zone, on that certain property in the City of Bakersfield commonly
known as 1400 South Chester Avenue, all interested persons present were
given an opportunity to be heard. A communication from Max Bayless, Jr.
and Joyce Bayless, of 1404 South Chester Avenue, objecting to the
granting of the Permit was read into the record, and a communication
from Mr. and Mrs. Melvin H. Rush, who reside at 1320 South Chester
Avenue and who also objected to the granting of fhe Conditional Use
Permit, was received by the City Clerk.
After considerable discussion by the Council, it was moved
by Mossman, seconded by Doolin, that the Conditional Use Permit be
granted for a period of six months from the date of the hearing,
with five children only to be permitted to occupy tile nursery, in
addition to the children of the applicant. Zoning Resolution No. ]74
containing these conditions and granting the
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Doolin,
Council adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
Conditional Use Permil
ATTEST:
Rucker, Stiern
seconded by Balfanz, the
MAY~-"~f the City of Bakersfield,
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I kr CLERK ano~x-Offic~o Clerk of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield, Calif.
Calif.
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Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. July 29~ 1963.
The audience joined with the Council in giving the Pledge
of Allegiance to the Flag.
Invocation was given by the Reverend S. D. James of Mr.
Zion Baptist Church.
Minutes of the regular meeting of July 15~ 1963 were
approved as presented. ~
Council recesses and reconvenes as a
Canvassing Board of votes cast at the
Special Municipal Election for Councilman
held in the Seventh Ward on July 16, 1963.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, the Council
recessed and reconvened as a Canvassing Board of votes cast at the
Special Municipal Election for Councilman in the Seventh Ward held
on July 16, 1963. Mayor Winer appointed Councilmen Doolin, Rucker
and Stiern to tally the votes.
Reception of City Clerk's Certificate of
Absent Ballots cast at the Special Municipal
Election held on July 16, 1963.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, the City
Clerk's Certificate of Absent Ballots cast at the Special Municipal
Election held on July 16, 1963, was received and ordered placed on file..
Adoption of Resolution No. 57-63 declaring
result of Special Election held in the Seventh
Ward of the City of Bakersfield for the
purpose of filling a vacancy on the City
Council.
WHEREAS, a special election in the Seventh Ward of the City
of Bakersfield was called for the purpose of filling a vacancy in the
office of Councilman from the Seventh Ward, said election to be held on
July 16, 1963, and
WHEREAS, after notice as required by law said election was
duly held and conducted on the aforesaid date, and the returns of
said election have been canvassed by this Council.
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NOW, THEREFORE, in compliance with Section 22933 of the
Elections Code of the State of California, this Council does hereby
determine and declare the results of said special election to be as
follows:
Cons. Precincts in
Precinct Consolidated Registered Votes
Number Precincts Voters Cast ALLEN MADIGAN WHITTEMORE
1 85 and 116 487 164 77 40 47
2 117 and 118 365 114 49 31 34
3 119 and 134 335 118 62 27 29
4 125 and 126 372 128 50 32 46
5 120 and 87 357 142 19 32 91
6 121 and 135 323 140 33 29 78
7 122 and 130 431 157 33 59 65
8 123 and 124 265 72 27 21 24
9 125A, 127 and 128 558 168 94 33 41
l0 131 194 72 12 22 38
ll 132 and 133 429 119 40 40 39
Total 4116 1394 496 366 532
Absent Votes 13 2 3 8
Grand Total 4116 1407 498 369 540
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Robert N.
"Bob" Whirremote is hereby
declared to be elected to the office of City Councilman from the
Seventh Ward of the City of Bakersfield by virtue of the aforesaid
election.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Stiern, Resolution No.
57-63 declaring Result of Canvass of Returns of Special Election held
in the Seventh Ward of the City of Bakersfield for the purpose of
filling a vacancy on the City Council, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern
Noes: None
Absent: None
Canvassing Board reconvenes as a Council.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Stiern, the Canvassing
Board reconvened as a Council.
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Oath of Office administered to
Councilman Whirremote.
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office and the
Loyalty Oath to Robert N. "Bob" Whitlemore, and the newly elected
Councilman took his seat at the Council table.
Service Pin Award.
Mayor Winer awarded a service pin to Ysidro Aguirre of the
Public Works Department, who completed twenty years service with the
City on July 19, 1963.
Reception of communication from the three
separate civil service commissions of the
City of Bakersfield recommending adoption
of the proposed classification plan prepared
by the Public Administration Service.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Marchbanks, communications
from the three separate civil service commissions of the City of Bakers:Field
recommending adoption of the proposed classification plan prepared by the
Public Administration Service, were received and ordered placed on file.
Adoption of Resolution No. 58-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield adopting
the classification plan presented by the
Civil Service Commissions of the City of
Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Mossmany iResolution
No. 58-63 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield adopting the
classification plan presented by the Civil Service Commissions of the
City of Bakersfield, was adopted as amended, by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whirremote
Noes: None
Absent: None
Reception of report from the Governmental
Efficiency Committee on the subject of
Recommendation On Salaries.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, the following
report from the Governmental Efficiency Committee on the subject of
Recommendation On Salaries, was received and ordered placed on file:
After considerable discussion on the salary study and
salary recommendation of the Public Administration
Service, the Committee would like to recommend that:
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The present merit system be retained and practiced
and that the system include standard time intervals
between each step in the pay plan
The City Manager be given authority to reduce an
employee in salary by as much as two steps for cause,
which is defined by rules. The major cause would be
if an employee receives two unsatisfactory personnel
performance reports~ then the City Manager would be
authorized to reduce the employee's salary
Councilman Don Doolin and Del Rucker further recommend the
adoption of the Public Administration Service salary study recommendation.
Councilman Dick Mossman does not join in this recommendation and will
explain his position at the Council meeting.
Reception ~f communication from the Kern
County Taxpayers Association giving the views
of the AssOciation in regards to city employees
salaries for the fiscal year 1963-64.
At this time the Mayor invited comment from the audience
and Mr. J. E. Veon, Secretary-Treasurer of the Kern County Taxpayers
Association read a letter presenting the views of the Association in
regards to city employees' salaries for the fiscal year 1963-64. Upon
a motion by Stiern~ seconded by Bal£anz, the communication was received
and ordered placed on file.
Jessie Lanning, secretary of the Kern County Property Owners
Association, also expressed the views of that Association.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1490 New Series
amending Section 3.68.100 (Pay Schedules and
Rates) and Section 3.68.110 (Employee
Classification) of the Municipal Code of the
City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Doolin~ seconded by Rucker, Ordinance No.
1490 New Series amending Section 3.68.100 (Pay Schedules and Rates)
and Section 3.68.110 (Employy Classification) of the Municipal Code
of the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Doolin, Marchbanks~ Rucker, Whittemore
Noes: Balfanz, Mossman, Stiern
Absent: None
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Reception of changes in Classification
and Salary plans as submitted by the City
Manager.
Upon a motion by Balfanz~ seconded by Rucker, changes in
Classification and Salary Plans~ as submitted by the City Manager~
were received and ordered placed on file.
Adoption of Resolulion No. 59-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield adopting
and setting forth a pay plan pursuant to the
adoption of a new position classification
plan and salary ordinance dated July 29~ 1963.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker~ Resolution No.
59-63 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield adopting and setting
forth a pay plan pursuant to the adoption of a new position
classification plan and the salary ordinance dated July 29~ 1963~
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz~ Doolin, Marchbanks, Ruccker~ Whittemore
Noes: Mossman, Stiern
Absent: None
Appointment of Mayor's Finance Committee
to work with the Convention Bureau of the
Chamber of Commerce concerning additional
financing.
Mayor Winer appointed Councilmen Mossman, chairman~ Doolin
and Whittemore, as the Mayor's Finance Committee, to work with the
Convention Bureau of the Chamber of Commerce concerning additional
financing to be placed in the 1963-64 budget.
Authorization granted to issue refund to
Wayne Reeder, Inc.
At the meeting of January 22, 1962, the Council accepted
a check in the amount of $500.00 from Wayne Reeder, Inc. covering
his share toward the construction of a bridge south of Planz Road
and west of "H" Street. As this bridge is being built as part of
Public Improvement District No. 777, upon a motion by Balfanz,
seconded by Rucker, authorization was granted to refund $500.00 to
Wayne Reeder~ Inc.
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395
Authorization granted to waive residential
requirement for the posilion of Planning
Director.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, authorizatio~a
was granled to waive the residential requirement of the Charter for the
position of Planning Director.
Approval of classification specifications
for the position of Administrative Aide.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman~
classification specifications for the position of Administrative Aide~
submitted by the
were approved.
as
Civil Service Commission for Miscellaneous Departments,
Approval of step salary increases,
effective August l, 1963.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, the following
step salary increases
were approved, effective August l, 1963:
Irene L. Tucker Steno Clerk II $416 to $437
Arlene J. Tempel Typist Clerk II 342 to 359
Raymond F. Bryant Patrolman 506 to 531
Galen B. Chow Patrolman 531 to 558
Michael J. McManus Patrolman 531 to 558
Donald L. Hillis Patrolman 556 to 583
Bobby M. Ruddes Motor Patrolman 556 to 583
R. H. Schoonover Hoseman 556 to 583
Lester Alexander Semi-skilled Laborer 416 to 437
Appointment of Members of the
Inter-Group Relations Board.
to the
to submit two more names for the confirmation of the Council. Upon
a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Rucker, the Council confirmed the
appointment of Jack Levy, Secretary-Manager of the Downtown Business
Association, by the following called vote:
Ayes: Doolin, Marchbanks, Rucker, Whirremote
Noes: Balfanz, Mossman~ Stiern
Absent: None
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Mossman, the Council
unanimously confirmed the appointment by the Mayor of Mr. Alfred Leon~
owner of Leon's Flower Shop~ as a member of the Board.
Mayor Winer advised that the two appointments he had made
Inter-Group Relations Board were aunable to serve, and he wished
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Bakersfield, California, July 29, 1963 - 7
Councilman Mossman then appointed Mr. Thomas Werdel, attorney,
residing at 2200 Pine Street, as a member Of this Board.
Approval of Auditorium Concession Contract
with August C. Speth, Jr. dba Sanitaiion
Engineers.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, Auditorium
Concession Contract with August C. Speth, Jr. dba Sanitation Engineers,
was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Councilman
Mossman abstained from voting on this action.
Approval of amendment of Cooperative Drainage
Agreement No. 71-62 with the State Division
of Highways.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Whittemore, amendment
of Cooperative Drainage Agreement No. 71-62 with the State Division of
Highways was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed
across northeast corner of Bakersfield
College Campus from the Kern County
Junior College District.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Marchbanks, Street
Right of Way Deed from Kern County Junior College District across
the northeast corner of the Bakersfield College Campus was accepted,
and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. The Planning Commissien
was requested to initiate proceedings to abandon those portions of
street right of way not needed for the realignment of Panorama Drive
adjacent to Mr. Vernon Avenue.
Approval of Plans and Specifications and
authorization granted to advertise for bids
for the realignment and improvement of
Panorama Drive adjacent to Mr. Vernon Avenue.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Stiern, Plans and
Specifications were approved and authorization was granted to advertise
for bids for the realignment and improvement of Panorama Drive adjacent
to Mt. Vernon Avenue.
Adoption of Resolution No. 60-63
authorizing the State of California to
act in behalf of the City of Bakersfield
to acquire new sewer facility easements.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Rucker, Resolution No.
60-63 authorizing t~ State of California to act in behalf of the City
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of Bakersfield to acquire new sewer facility easements, was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern Whittemore
Acceptance of Deed from Mr. and Mrs. George
Barnett for sewer easement across property
located at 26th and James Street.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, Deed from
Mr. and Mrs. George Barnett for sewer easement across property located
at 26th and James Street, was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized
to execute same.
Claim for damages from Robert Lee Hooks,
referred to the City Attorney for forwarding
to the City's insurance adjuster.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, claim for damages
from Robert Lee Hooks, for injuries received in collision with dirt
embankment at the easterly terminus of DeWolfe Street, was referred
to the City Attorney for forwarding to the City's insurance adjuster.
Petition from J. R. Ogden for annexation
and zoning upon annexation of property
located on the southwest corner of Columbus
Avenue and Oswell Street, referred to the
Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, petition
from J. R. Ogden for annexation and zoning of a portion to C-2 (Commercial)
upon annexation, of property located on the southwest corner of Columbus
Avenue and Oswell Street, was referred to the Planning Commission for
study and recommendation.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Doolin, Vouchers Nos.
4012 to 4042 inclusive, and Nos. 47 to 149 inclusive, in amount of
$278~001.21, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed,
and authorization was granted for payment of same.
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Bakersfield, California, July 29, 1963 - 9
Reception of copy of communication from
Roland S. Woodruff to Supervisor David S.
Fairbairn, co~erning the reinforcing work
being done on Beale Avenue Overpass.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Stiern, copy of
a communication sent by Roland S. Woodruff, attorney for the Greater
Bakersfield Separation of Grade District, to Supervisor David S.
Fairbairn, concerning the reinforcing work being done on the Beale
Avenue Overpass, was received and ordered placed on file.
Reception of Resolution of Appreciation
from Department of California Disabled
American Veterans.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Doolin, Resolution from
the Department of California Disabled American Veterans expressing
gratitude and appreciation for courtesies and accommodations received
during their recent convention held in Bakersfield, was received
and ordered placed on file.
Reception of communication from Commissioner
Bradford N. Crittenden relative to the
California Highway Patrol providing traffic
law enforcement for that portion of Highway
99 Which traverses the corporate limits of
Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Whittemore, communication
from Commissioner Bradford N. Crittenden relative to the California
Highway Patrol providing traffic law enforcement for that portion of
Highway 99 Freeway which traverses the corporate limits of Bakersfield,
was received and ordered placed on file.
Communications requesting the development
of a park in the Westchester area referred to
Planning Commission for study and
recommendation.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Stiern, communications
from Mrs. Margaret M. Montijo of the Westchester Park Committee,
and from Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Maxwell urging the Council to acquire land
for the development of a park in the Westchester area, were received and
referred to the Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
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Reception of communication from Division
of Highways advising that the portion of
U.S. 99 Highway superseded by a relocated
freeway is now being designated as "U. S.
99 Business Route."
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from the Division of Highways advising that the portion of present
U.S. 99 Highway to be superseded by a relocated freeway is now
being designated as "U.S. 99 Busimss Route", as requested by
the Council in its Resolution No. 13-60, was received and ordered
placed on file.
Reports of two meetings of the Council's
Recreation Committee recommending the acquisition
of two park sites, received and referred to
the budget session to be held on July 30, 1963.
Reports of two meetings of the Council's Recreation Committee
relative to the acquisition of two park sites in the City of Bakersfield,
one adjacent to the new High School and the other in the Westchester
area, were read, and upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, were
received and referred to the budget session to be held on July 30, 1'963.
Adoption of Resolution No. 61-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring
that insufficient protests ~ere made to the
annexation of territory designated as Hughes
No. 1 proposed to be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield.
This being the time set for
owning real property within territory
proposed to be annexed to the City of
hearing protests by persons
designated as Hughes No. 1
Bakersfield, all interested
persons present were given an opportunity to be heard.
protest was received from Evelyn J. Smith and Walter A.
executors of the estate of Albert C. Born.
One written
Hanschen,
After considering all arguments presented, upon a motion
by Marchbanks, seconded by Rucker, Resolution No. 61-63 of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield declaring that insufficient protests were
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made to the annexation of territory designated as Hughes No. I
proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1491 New Series
approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited
territory to the City of Bakersfield, California,
designated as Hughes No. 1, and providing for the
taxation of said territory to pay the bonded
indebtedness of said City.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Rucker, Ordinance No.
1491 New Series approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited territory
to the City of Bakersfield~ California, designated as Hughes No. 1,
and providing for the taxation of said territory to pay the bonded
indebtedness of said City, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 62-63 annexing
to the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade
District that portion of certain territory
designated as Hughes No. 1 not already included
within said District.
This being the time set for hearing on the matter, and no
protests or objections having been received, upon a motion by Balfanz:,
seconded by Stiern, Resolution No. 62-63 annexing to the Greater
Bakersfield Separation of Grade District that portion of certain terri[tory
designated as Hughes No. 1, not already included within said District
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
401
Bakersfield, California, July 29, 1963 - 12
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1492 New Series
amending Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12
(Zoning Map) of the Municipal Code of the
City of Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing any evidence for or
against the application of Tibbel Properties, Inc. et al to zone
upon annexation to the City as a C-2 (Commercial) or more restrictive
zone, and as an M-1 (Light-Manufacturing) or more restrictive zone,
that certain property located in the vicinity of White Lane and Hughes
Lane, northwest of ASphalto Branch, Southern Pacific Railway, designated
as Hughes No. 1, and no protests or objections having been received,
upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Mossman, Ordinance No. 1492 New
Series amending Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12 (Zoning Map)
of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Rucker, Stiern, Whirremote
Adoption of Resolution No. 63-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield,
ordering the vacation of a portion of
Castro Lane in the City of Bakersfield.
This being the time set where all persons interested in or
objecting to the proposed vacation of a portion of Castro Lane -
under Resolution of Intention No. 783, could be heard, all persons
present were given an opportunity to be heard. A petition signed
by 24 property owners and tenants residing to the south of the
portion of Castro Lane proposed to be vacated, requesting that
vehicular access to Castro Lane not be severed, was read. No
protests or objections to the vacation having been received, upon
a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution No. 63-63
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Bakersfield, California, July 29, 1963 - 13
ordering the vacation of a portion of Castro Lane in the City of
Bakersfield, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker,
Noes: None
Absent:
Stiern, Whittem¢,re
None
Adjournment until 7:00 P.M.
Tuesday, July 30, 1963.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Rucker, the Council
adjourned at 10:45 P.M. until 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 30, 1963,
in the Council Chambers of the City Hall for the purpose of holding
its final hearing on the 1963-64 budget.
M YOR of the City of Balkersfield,
ATTEST:
Clerk of the
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Council
Cali:~/.
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Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield~ California~ held in the Council Chambers of the C~y
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. August 12,
The audience joined with the
of Allegiance.
Invocation was offered by the Reverend Earl Kraemer of
1963.
Council in giving the Pledge
Marchbanks, Mossman~
July 29, 1963 were
Hearing continued until September 9, 1963
on application by John H. Deeter to amend
Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code
by changing the land use zoning of that
certain property in the City of Bakersfield
located south and west of realigned Stine
Canal, north of 24th Street, east of Kern
River.
This being the time set for hearing on application by
John H. Deeter to amend Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code
by changing the land use zoning of that certain property in the City
of Bakersfield located south and west of realigned Stine Canal, north
of 24th Street, east of Kern River, upon a motion by Marchbanks,
seconded by Balfanz, request of Mr. Deeter to have the hearing
continued until September 9, 1963, was granted. The Council agreed
that all expense in connection with the mailing out of the notices
and the posting necessary to inform the property owners in this area
that the hearing has been continued~ is to be billed to Mr. Deeter.
Acceptance of bid of Griffith Co. for
realigning, paving and improving portions
of Panorama Drive and Mr. Vernon Avenue.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks~ seconded by Balfanz, unit prices
bid by Griffith Co. for realigning, paving and improving portions
of Panorama Drive and Mr. Vernon Avenue were accepted, all other bids
were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract.
the Calvary Baptist Church.
Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz,
Whittemore
Absent: Councilmen Doolin~ Rucker, Stiern
Minutes of the regular meeting of
approved as presented.
Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963 - 2
Acceptance of bid of Dicco, Inc. for paving
and improving California Avenue between "A"
Street and Oak Street.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, unit prices
bid by Dicco, Inc. for paving and improving California Avenue between
"a" Street and Oak Street were accepted, all other bids were rejected,
and the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract.
Appointment of Mr. Amos W. Kleinsasser
as Member of the Inter-Group Relations
Board.
At this time Councilman Whirremote appointed Mr. Amos W.
Kleinsasser, who resides at 2713 Laurel Drive, as a member of the
Inter-Group Relations Board.
Approval of Step salary increases
effective September 1, 1963.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, the
following step salary increases were approved, effective September 1,
1963:
Charles A. Monk
Bobby E. Hall
Buyer From $558 to $586
Draftsman III From $506 to $531
Appointment of Member of Citizens
Auditorium Committee.
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Balfanz, Dr. Dale
A. Anderson, who resides at 1204 Dorian Drive, was appointed to
fill the vacancy on the Citizens Auditorium Committee, created by
the election of Robert N. Whittemore as Councilmen of the Seventh
Ward, term to expire January 3, 1966.
Adoption of Resolution of Intention No.
784 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield
declaring its intention to order the vacation
of a portion of the Public Utilities Easement
in 25th Street, in the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Mossman, Resolutior~
of Intention No. 784 declaring the intention of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield to order the vacation of a portion of the Public
Utilities Easement in 25th Street, in the City of Bakersfield, and
Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963 3
fixing September 3, 1963, for hearing on the matter before the
Council, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whirremote
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin, Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Resolution of Intention No.
785 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, declaring its intention to order
the vacation of a portion of County Road No.
263, in said City.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Whittemore, Resolution
of Intention No. 785 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, declaring its intention to order the vacation of a portion
of County Road No. 263, in said City, and fixing September 3, 1963,
for hearing on the matter before the Council, was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whirremote
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin~
Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Resolution No. 64-63 fixing
a time and place for hearing protests by
persons owning real property within
territory designated as "Stine No. 1",
proposed to be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 64-63 fixing September 23, 1963 in the Council Chambers of the
City Hall, as the time and place for hearing protests by persons
owning real property within territory designated as "Stine No.
proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin,
Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Resolution No. 65-63 of
Intention to include within the Greater
Bakersfield Separation of Grade District
portions of certain territory designated as
"Stine No. 1", and setting the time and
place of hearing objections to the inclusion
of said territory within said District.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 65-63 of Intention to include within the Greater Bakersfield
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Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963 - 4
Separation of Grade District portions of certain territory designated
as "Stine No. 1", and setting September 23, 1963 in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall as the time and place for hearing objections
to the inclusion of said territory within said District, was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin,
Rucker, Stiern
Approval of Plans and Specifications for
construction of Storm Drain in Vanderbilt
Drive and Occidental Street from Haley
Street to University Avenue.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Whittemore, plans;
and specifications for construction of a storm drain in Vanderbilt
Drive and Occidental Street from Haley Street to University Avenue,
were approved.
Approval of Master Street Lighting
Plan for Tract No. 2815.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, Master
Street Lighting Plan for Tract No. 2815, was approved.
Application from James F. Dandy for a
suburban sewer rental agreement for property
located at 24 Stephens Drive, referred to the
Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, application
from James F. Dandy for suburbutah sewer rental agreement for property
located at 24 Stephens Drive, which is zone R-3 in the County,
and on which he plans to build three more 2-bredroom rental units,
making a total of four, was referred to the Planning Commission for
study and recommendation.
Reception of Planning Commission memorandum
recommending approval of request of Robert
Akers to annex a parcel of land located
easterly of Monitor Street, between White Lane
and Pacheco Road, to the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, memorandum
from the Planning Commission recommending approval of request of
Robert Akers to annex a parcel o£ land located easterly of Monitor
Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963 - 5
Street, between White Lane and Pacheco Road to the City of
was received for consideration at scheduled hearing on the
to be held at this meeting.
Bakersfield,
annexation
Date fixed for hearing before the Council
on application by Pearson Henderson to amend
the zoning boundaries of that certain
property located at the northwest corner
of Columbus Extension and Oswell Street.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, date of September 3,
1963, was fixed for hearing before the Council on application by Pearson
Henderson to amend the zoning boundaries of that certain property
located at the northwest corner of Columbus Extension and Oswell
Street, from an R-3-D (Limited Mnltiple-Family Dwelling-Architectural
Design) Zone to a C-2-D (Commercial-Architectural Design) or more
restrictive zone.
Petition of Peter T. and Major Robert T.
Rodrigues to annex two parcels of land
to the City of Bakersfield referred
to the City Manager's annexation Committee.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission~
upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Whittemore~ petition of Peter T.
and Major Robert T. Rodrigues to annex two parcels of land located
on the north side of Planz Road between Wible Road and Agate Street
to the City of Bakersfield, was referred to the City Manager's annexation
Committee for determination of the boundary.
Petition of J. R. Ogden to annex a parcel
of land located south of Columbus Street,
west of Oswell Street, to the City of
Bakersfield, referred to the City Manager's
annexation Committee.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Whittemore~ seconded by Balfanz, petition of
J. R. Ogden to annex a parcel of land located south of Columbus Street,
west of Oswell Street, to the City of Bakersfield, was referred to
the City Manager's annexation Committee for determination of the boundary.
Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963 - 6
Nos. 150 to 325 inclusive, in amount
the Voucher Approval Committee, were
was granted for payment of same.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers
of $305,591.44, as audited by
allowed, and authorization
Adoption of Resolution No. 66-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring
that no protests were made to the annexation
of territory designated as "Sunset No. 3",
proposed to be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing protests by persons
owning real property within territory designated as "Sunset No. 3",
proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield, and no protests
or objections having been received, upon a motion by Whittemore,
seconded by Marchbanks, Resolution No. 66-63 of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, declaring that no protests were made to the
annexation of this territory, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whirremote
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin,
Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1493 New Series
approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited
territory to the City of Bakersfield, California,
designated as "Sunset No. 3", and providing
for the taxation of said territory to pay the
bonded indebtedness of said City.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz; Ordinance.
No. 1493 New Series approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited
territory to the City of Bakersfield, California, designated as
"Sunset No. 3", and providing for the taxation of said territory
to pay the bonded indebtedness of said City, was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin, Rucker, Stiern
Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963 - 7
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1494 New Series
amending Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12
(Zoning Map) of the Municipal Code of the
City of Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing any evidence for or
against the application of Francis E. Dorsey et al to zone upon
annexation to the City of Bakersfield as C-2 (Commercial) or more
restrictive zone, that certain property lying northerly of Chester
Lane, westerly of Real Road, designated as "Sunset No. 3", and
no protests or objections having been received, upon a motion by
Whittemore, seconded by Mossman, Ordinance No.
Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12 (Zoning Map)
of the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin,
1494 New Series amending
of the Municipal Code
following vote:
Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Resolution No. 67-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring
that no protests were made to the annexation
of territory designated as "Pacheco No. 3",
proposed to be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing protests by persons
owning real property within territory designated as "iPacheco No. 3",
proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield and no protests
or objections having been received, upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded
by Marchbanks, Resolution No. 67-63 of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, declaring that no protests were made to the annexation
of territory designated as "Pacheco No. 3", proposed to be annexed to
the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whirremote
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin, Rucker, Stiern
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Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963 - 8
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1495 New Series
approving annexation of a parcel of
uninhabited territory to the City of
Bakersfield, California, designated as
"Pacheco No. 3", and providing for the
taxation of said territory to pay the
bonded indebtedness of said City.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Marchbanks,
Ordinance No. 1495 New Series approving annexation of a parcel of
uninhabited territory to the City of Bakersfield, California,
designated as "Pacheco No. 3", and providing for the taxation of said
territory to pay the bonded indebtedness of said City, was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: Doolin, Rucker, Stiern
Adoption of Resolution No. 68-63 annexing
certain territory designated as "Pacheco
No. 3", to the Greater Bakersfield Separation
of Grade District.
This being the time set for hearing objections to the
inclusion of a portion of certain territory designated as "Pacheco
No. 3", in the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade District,
and no protests or objections having been received, upon a motion
by Balfanz, secondecd by Marchbanks, Resolution No. 68-63 annexing
certain territory designated as "Pacheco No. 3", to the Greater
Bakersfield Separation of Grade District, was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Balfanz, Marchbanks, Mossman,
None
Doolin, Rucker, Stiern
Whittemore
9
Bakersfield, California, August 12, 1963 - 9
Administrative staff requested to develop
a plan for directional sign program on
major city streets.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Balfanz, the
administrative staff was requested to develop a plan to place signs
on major city streets in Bakersfield to direct tourists and convention
delegates to the hotel and motel areas, to the downtown business area
and the Civic Center, and back to the new 99-By-Pass Freeway.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz,
the Council adjourned at 8:30 P.M.
MA %~e C{%~ of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CITZ~ ;~ f rk of the Council of
the City of Bakersfield~ CalifoPnia
l0
Bakersfield, California, August 26, 1963
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the City
Ball at eight o'clock p.m. August 26, 1963.
The audience joined with the Council in giving the Pledge
of Allegiance.
Invocation was offered by the Reverend Ralph Bolick,
Executive Secretary of the Greater Bakersfield Council of Churches.
Present: Mayor Winer. Councilman Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks,
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of August 12, 1963 were
approved as presented.
Acceptance of bid of E. O. Mitchell, Inc.
to furnish Wheeled Tractor.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Marchbanks, bid of
E. O. Mitchell, Inc. to furnish Massey Ferguson MF-35 Turf Spec.
wheeled Tractor for a total sum of $1800.00 was accepted, and all
other bids were rejected.
Acceptance of bid of San Joaquin Tractor
Company to furnish Skiploader (2-whe&l
drive).
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Rucker, bid of
San Joaquin Tractor Company to furnish Allis-Chalmers TL10 Skiploader
(2~wheel drive) for a total sum of $7614.00 was accepted, and all
other bids were rejected.
Acceptance of bid of San Joaquin Tractor
Company to furnish Skiploader (4-wheel
drive).
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Stiern, bid of
San Joaquin Tractor Company to furnish Allis-Chalmers TL12 Skiploader
(4-wheel drive) for a total sum of $9740.00 was accepted, and all
other bids were rejected.
Acceptance of bid of San Joaquin Tractor
Company to furnish Crawler Tractor.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Stiern, bid of
San Joaquin Tractor Company to furnish Allis-Chalmers HD16D Crawler
Tractor for a total sum of $23,820.00 was accepted, and all other
bids were rejected.
Bakersfield, California, August 26, 1963
Acceptance of bid of Valley Manufacturing
Company to furnish Compaction Crusher
Attachment.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin, bid of
Valley Manufacturing Company to furnish Gimco Compaction Crusher
Attachment for a total sum of $2450.00 was accepted, and all other
bids were rejected.
Acceptance of bid of Inland Equipment
Company to furnish Self-Propelled
Concrete Saw.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Rucker, bid of Inland
Equipment Company to furnish Felker Model #200-P-PD Self Propelled
Concrete Saw for a total sum of $1203.00 was accepted, and all other
bids were rejected.
Acceptance of bid of Darnall Machinery
Company to furnish Metal Turning Lathe.
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Marchbanks, bid
of Barnall Machinery Company to furnish #6525 Clausing Metal Turning
Lathe for a total sum of $3150.00 was accepted, and all other bids
were rejected.
Acceptance of bid of Brown-Bevis Industrial
Equipment Company to furnish Industrial
Sweeper.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Stiern, bid of Brown-
Bevis Industrial Equipment Company to furnish Wayne #1244 Industrial
Sweeper for a total sum of $2600.00 was accepted, and all other bids
were rejected.
Acceptance of bid of Southwest Flexible
Company to furnish Sewer Rodding Machine.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Marchbanks, bid of
Southwest Flexible Company to furnish Sewer Rodding Machine for a
total sum of $4275.46 was accepted, and all other bids were rejected.
Rejection of bid to furnish Tailgate
Spreader and authorization granted to
readvertise for bids.
In accordance with recommendation of the Director of Public
Works, upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Rucker, bid to furnish
Tailgate Spreader was rejected as bid received did not meet the
specifications, and authorization was granted to readvertise for
bids.
Bakersfield, California, August 26, 1963- 3
Bids to furnish Communication Equipment
referred to Council Committee for study
and recommendation.
After considerable discussion relative to bids received to
furnish Communication Equipment, it was moved by Councilman Mossman,
that the Mayor appoint a committee to study the feasibility of
standardizing the City's Communication Equipment, this motion died
for a lack of a second. Councilman Whittemore made the motion to
purchase the lowest bid on the Communication Equipment, this motion
also died for a lack of a second.
It was then moved by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by
Councilman Balfanz, that the bids be referred to the Governmental
Efficiency Committee for study and recommendation. This motion was
not voted upon, and was withdrawn.
A substitute motion was made by Councilman Mossman, seconded
by Councilman Marchbanks that a Council Committee consisting of
Councilmen Doolin, Rucker and Stiern be appointed to study the bids
for the Communication Equipment and make a report at the next Council
Councilman Doolin and Stiern voted in the negative on this
meeting.
motion.
Approval of Committee assignments to
Councilman Whittemore.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, Councilman
Whittemore was appointed to the following committees:
Chairman, Voucher Approval Committee
City-County Cooperation Committee
and Recreation Committee
Approval of Map of Tract No. 2667 and
authorization granted the Mayor to sign
the contract and specifications for same.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Marchbanks, it is
ordered that the map of Tract No. 2667 be, and the same is hereby
approved. That all the avenues, drives, streets and alleys shown
upon said map and thereon offered for dedication be, and the same
are hereby accepted for the purpose, or the purposes for which the
same are.-offered for dedication.
Bakersfield, California, August 26, 1963 - 4
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 11587 of the Business
and Professions Code, the City Council hereby waives the requirement
of signature of the following:
Kern County Land Company
Pacific Gas & Electric Company
Occidental Petroleum Corporation.
Jose R. and Juan C. Alvafez
City of Bakersfield
entry.
face of
Owner of Easements
Lessee of Mineral Interests
below 500'
Owner of one-half of Mineral
Interests below 500'
Owner of Right-of-Way
All the above mineral interests have no right of surface
The Clerk of this Council is directed to endorse upon the
said map a copy of this order authenticated by the seal of the
City Council of the City of Bakersfield, and the Mayor is authorized to
execute the contract and specifications covering the improvements in
said Tract.
Acceptance of Deeds from Charles L. Wren
and Ramona A. Wren relative to Tract No.
2667 consisting of Parcels A, B. and C.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, deeds
from Charles L. Wren and Ramona A. Wren relative to Tract No. 2667
consisting of Parcels A, B, and C were accepted, and the Mayor was
authorized to execute same.
Acceptance of Street Right of Way
Deed adjacent to Tract No. 2667.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Rucker, Street
Right-of-way Deed was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to
execute same.
Approval of Utilities Agreement with Division
of Highways for reconstruction of sanitary
sewer adjacent to 178 Freeway.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Balfanz, Utilities
Agreement
sanitary sewer adjacent to 178 Freeway was approved,
was authorized to execute same.
with the Division of Highways for reconstruction of
and the Mayor
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Bakersfield, California, August 26, 1963 - 5
No. 69-63
approving
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Approval of Plans and Specifications for
reconstruction of sanitary sewer adjacent
to 178 Freeway.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Doolin, plans and
specifications were approved and authorization was granted to
advertise for bids for reconstruction of sanitary sewer adjacent
to 178 Freeway.
Extension of time granted Stroud-Seabrook
Pipeline Constructors, Inc. for construction
of Bank Street sewer and pumping station.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, extension
of time until September 20, 1963, was granted Stroud-Seabrook Pipe-
line Constructors, Inc. for construction of Bank Street sewer and
pumping station.
Adoption of Resolution No. 69-63 of the City
Council of the City of Bakersfield, California,
approving and adopting the budget for the fiscal
year 1963-64.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield, California,
and adopting the budget for the fiscal year 1963-64, was
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1496 New Series
levying upon the assessed valuation of the
taxable property in the City of Bakersfield
a rate of taxation upon each one hundred
dollars of valuation for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 1963 and ending June 30,
1964.
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Balfanz, Ordinance
No. 1496 New Series levying upon the assessed valuation of the
taxable property in the City of Bakersfield a rate of taxation upon
each one hundred dollars of valuation for the fiscal year beginning
July 1, 1963 and ending June 30, 1964, was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bakersfield, California, August 26, 1963 - 6
City Auditor-Controller authorized to issue
check to Harry Tursi for unused business
license.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin, the City
Auditor-Controller was authorized to issue a check in the amount of
$9.00 to Harry Tursi for unused business license.
City Auditor-Controller authorized to issue
check to Kwik Kale of Kern for refund of
overpayment of city business license.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, the City
Auditor-Controller was authorized to issue a check in the amount of
$146.00 for overpayment of city business license.
Notice from Public Utilities Commission of
the State of California of investigation
for the purpose of establishing a list for
the year 1964 of railroad grade crossings
of city streets and county roads most
urgently in need of separation, or existing
separations in need of alteration or re-
construction as contemplated by Section 189
of the Streets and Highways Code, referred
to the City Manager.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Rucker, Notice from
Public Utilities Commission of the State of California for investigation
for the purpose of establishing a list for the year 1964 of railroad
crossings of city streets and county roads most urgently in need of
separation, or existing separations in need of alteration or re-
construction as contemplated by Section 189 of the Streets and Hig]h-
ways Code, referred to the City Manager.
Approval of Step Salary increases
effective September 1, 1963.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, the following
step salary increases were approved, effective September, 1,1963:
Eileen Ashby Steno Clerk II
Billy C. Segrest Desk Sergeant
G. D. Zimmerman Hoseman
W. F. Williams Hoseman
Ruth E. Green Account Clerk II
From $396 to $416
From $556 to $583
From $506 to $531
From $531 to $558
From $396 to $416
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers Nos.
326 to 432 inclusive, in amount of $77,242.42, as audited by the
Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and the authorization was
granted for payment of same.
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Acceptance of resignation of D.M. "Ted"
Mills as Member of the Civil Service
Commission for Miscellaneous Departments.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Rucker, the
resignation of D.M. "Ted" Mills as a Member of the Civil Service
Commission for Miscellaneous Departments was accepted with regret:,
and the Mayor was requested to send Mr. Mills a letter commending
him for his excellent service on the Commission, and that names be
submitted for consideration at the next Council meeting to fill the
vacancy.
Authorization granted to waive the
residential requirement of the Charter
for the classification of Auditor-
Controller.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Rucker, authorization
was granted to waive the residential requirement of the Charter for
the classification of Auditor-Controller.
Authorization granted Police Civil Service
Commission to waive residential requirement
of the Charter on three persons who have
successfully passed the examination for
Police Patrolman.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, authori-
zation was granted to waive the residential requirement of the
Charter on three persons who have successfully passed the examinal~ion
for Police Patrolman.
Reception of letter from Jack P. Ferrence
regarding claim for severance pay.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, letter
from Jack P. Ference regarding claim for severance pay was received
and placed on file, and referred to the City Manager and City
Attorney for handling.
Bakersfield, California, August 26, 1963 - 8
of Mr.
Board,
resignation was accepted with regret and Mr. Joseph S.
Pacific Street, was appointed to fill the vacancy.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin,
adjourned at 9;40 P.M.
ATTEST:
MARIAN S.
Appointment of Mr. Joseph S. Lee as
Member of the Inter-Group Relations
Board.
At this time Councilman Balfanz announced the resignation
Coleman G. Reynolds as a Member of the Inter-Group Relations
and upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, Mr. Reynolds
Lee of 1025,
the Council
MAYOR b~ the City of Bakersfield,
IRVIN
CITY CLERK and Ex-Officio Clerk of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
California
Bakersfield, California, September 3, 1963
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the
City Hall at eight o'clock P.M. September 3, 1963.
The audience joined with the Council in giving the Pledge
of Allegiance to the Flag.
Invocation was offered by the Reverend James Patterson of
the First Presbyterian Church.
Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks,
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whirremote
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of August 26, 1963 were
approved as submitted.
Reception of communication from Radio
Corporation of America relative to
Communication Bids.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Stiern, communication
from the Radio Corporation of America relative to Communications
bids to be considered at this Council meeting, was received and
ordered placed on file.
Reception of report from Committee on
Communications Bids.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Rucker, report from
Council Conuittee on Communication Bids recommending that the bid
be awarded to Motorola Communications in the amount of $5,724.16, as
proposed, was received and ordered placed on file.
Acceptance of bid of Motorola Communications,
Inc. to furnish Communication Equipment.
In accordance with recommendation of the Council Committee,
upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Rucker, bid of Motorola
Communications, Inc. to furnish Communication equipment for a total
amount of $5,724.16, was accepted, all other bids were rejecte~, and
the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract.
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Bakersfield, California, September 3, 1963, - 2
Approval of Contract between the City of
Bakersfield and the Greater Bakersfield
Chamber of Commerce for the service of
advertising the City a~d promoting the
industrial development of the City.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, Contract
between the City of Bakersfield and the Greater Bakersfield Chamber
of Commerce for the service of advertising the City and promoting
the industrial development of the City, was approved, and the Mayor
was authorized to execute same.
Adoption of Resolution No. 70-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield accepting
the imposition of additional Highway Users
Taxes and Fees pursuant to Chapter 1852,
Statutes of 1963.
Upon a motion by Rucker~ seconded by Whittemore, Resolution
No. 70-63 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield accepting the
imposition of additional Highway Users Taxes and Fees pursuant to
Chapter 1852, Statutes of 1963, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adodption of Resolution No. 71-63 adopting
Plans and Specifications, careful estimates,
and District Map in the matter of the
construction of sidewalks and necessary
retaining wall on Duke Drive between Vanderbilt
and Haley Streets, in the City of Bakersfield,
California.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 71-63 adopting plans and specifications, careful. estimates and
District Map in the matter of the construction of sidewalks and
necessary retaining wall on Duke Drive between Vanderbilt and Haley
Streets, in the City of Bakersfield, California, was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Bakersfield, California, September 3~ 1963 3
Adoption of Resolution of Intention No.
768 of the City Council of the City of
Bakersfield, Califarnia, declaring its
intention to order the construction of
sidewalks and necessary retaining wall
on Duke Drive netween Vanderbilt and
Haley Streets in the City of Bakersfield,
California.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Stiern, Resolution
of Intention No. 768 of the City Council of the City of Bakers£ield,
California, declaring its intention to order the construction of
sidewalks and necessary retaining wall on Duke Drive between Vanderbilt
and Haley Streets in the City of Bakersfield and fixing the 7th day
of October, 1963, for hearing any objections to the proposed work or
improvement, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
First reading given proposed Ordinance
amending Section 12.40.030 of the Municipal
Code of the City of Bakersfield.
At this time proposed ordinance amending Section 12.40.030 --
of the Municiapl Code of the City of Bakersfield, was considered given
first reading.
Adoption of Resolution No. 72-63 of the
City Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California: appointing attorneys for purpose
of preparing and typing Resolutions, Notices
and other papers and proceedings for any
work authorized by "Improvement Act of 1911",
being Division Seven of the Streets and Highways
Code of the State of California, and/or the
"Special Assessment Investigation, Limitation
and Majority Protest Act of 1931", being
Division Four of said Code, in connection with
Public Improvement District No. 777.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, Resolution
No. 72-63 of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield, California,
appointing Attorneys for the purpose of preparing and typing Resolutions,
Notices and other Papers and Proceedings for any work authorized by
"Improvement Act of 1911", being Division Seven of the Streets and
Highways Code of the State of California, and/or the "Special Assessment
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Bakersfield, California, September 3, 1963 - 4
Investigation, Limitation and Majority Protest Act of 1931", being
Division Four of said Code, in connection with Public Improvement
District No. 777, was adopted by the following vote:
Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adodption of Resolution No. 73-63 of the
City Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, fixing the time, date and place
of hearing as to the Public Convenience
and Necessity of improvements contemplated
in the proposed Public Improvement District
No. 777 and ordering notice thereof.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin, Resolution
No. 73-63 of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield, California,
fixing eight o'clock P.M. the 16th day of September, 1963, in the
Council Chambers of the City Hall, for hearing as to the public
convenience and necessity of improvements contemplated in the proposed
Public Improvement District No. 777 and ordering notice thereof,
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
Verified claim for damages from Samuel L.
and Sue S. Smiser referred to the City
Attorney for handling.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Balfanz, verified claim
for damages from Samuel L. and Sue S. Smiser was referred to the City
Attorney for handling. Councilman Mossman requested that a memorandum
be sent to the Council when the problem has been resolved.
Allowance of Claims.
Upona motion by Whittemore, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers
Nos. 433 to 508 inclusive, in amount of $189,642.42, as audited by the
Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted
for the payment of same. In connection with Voucher No. 442, in amount
of $180.60, to be paid to the Director of Planning covering moving expense
from Tulare, the Council commented that a policy has no~ been set up
for this practice and one should be adopted in the near future.
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Bakersfield, California, September 3, 1963 - 5
Reception of communications from Ed York,
Bakersfield Sports Promotions, Inc.
requesting certain refunds in connection
with use of the Civic Auditorium.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Balfanz, communications
from Ed York, Bakersfield Sports Promotions, Inc., requesting certain
refunds in connection with the use of the Civic Auditorium as a ticket -
and promotion office, were received and ordered placed on file.
Communications from Ed York,, Bakersfield
Sports Promotions, Inc., referred to the
City Manager and City Attorney for a firm
recommendation to be submitted to the Council
at next week's meeting.
It was moved by Stiern, seconded by Doolin, and carried,
that the two communications from Ed York, Bakersfield Sports Promotions,
Inc., be referred to the City Manager and City Attorney and that
they make a firm recommendation to the Council at next week's meeting
in order to resolve the issue at that time. Councilman Marchbanks
requested that the motion be amended to the effect that if the City
Manager and City Attorney recommend payment be made to Mr. York, that
a voucher be included for payment in next week's claims, and the matter_.
be resolved once and for all. Councilman Stiern and Doolin agreed
to this amendment to the motion.
Adoption of Resolution No. 74-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield ordering
the vacation of a portion of the Public
Utilities Easement in 25th Street, in the
City of Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing on intention of the
Council to order the vacation of a public utilities easement in 25th
Street, in the City of Bakersfield, California, under Resolution of
Intention No. 784, and no protests or objections having been received,
upon amotion by Doolin, seconded by. Rucker, Resolution No. 74-63
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield ordering the vacation, was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marcbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Bakersfield, California, September 3, 1963 - 6
Adoption of Resolution No. 75-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
ordering the vacation of a portion of
County Road No. 263 in the City of
Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing on intention of
the Council of the City of Bakersfield to order the vacation of
a portion of County Road No. 263, in the City of Bakersfield,
California, under Resolution of Intention No. 785, and no protests
or objections having been received, upon a motion by Mossman~
seconded by Marchbanks~ Resolution No. 75-63 of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield ordering the vacation, was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1497 New Series
amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code
of the City of Bakersfield by changing
the Land Use Zoning of that certain
property in the City of Bakersfield located
at the northwest corner of Columbus
Extension and Oswell Street.
This being the time set for hearing on application by
Pearson Henderson to amend the zoning boundaries from an R-3-D
(Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling-Architectural Design) Zone or more
restrictive zone, of that certain property in the City of Bakersfield
located at the northwest corner of Columbus Extension and Oswell
Street, and no protests or objections having been received, upon a
motion by Whittemore, seconded by Rucker, Ordinance No. 1497 New
Series amending Title Seventeen of the Municipal Code of the City of
Bakersfield by changing the land use zoning of the above property,
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Bakersfield, California, September 3, 1963 - 7
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern,
Adjournment,
Upon a motion by Doolin,
Council adjourned at 9;30 P.M.
seconded by Marchbanks, the
Whittemore
Gene Winer
PAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, California
CITY CLERK and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, September 9, 1963
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. September 9, 1963.
of the City
of the City
The audience joined with the Council in giving the Pledge
of Allegiance to the Flag.
Invocation was offered by Councilman Del Rucker.
Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks,
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Absent: None
Councilman Mossman Called the attention of the Council
to the fact that one hundred and thirteen years ago on this date the
great state of California was admitted to the Union.
Minutes of the regular meeting of September 3,1963 were
approved as presented.
Acceptance of bid of Alex Robertson of
Bakersfield, Inc. for construction of
Storm Drain in Vanderbilt Drive and
Occidental Street.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, unit
prices bid by Alex Robertson of Bakersfield, Inc. for the construction
of a Storm Drain in Vanderbilt Drive and Occidental Street, were
accepted, all other bids were
to execute the contract.
Approval
rejected, and the Mayor was authorized
of Contract between the City
of Bakersfield and the Greater Bakersfield
Chamber of Commerce providing for the
operation of a Convention Bureau.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Doolin, Contract
between the City of Bakersfield and the Greater Bakersfield Chamber
of Commerce providing for the operation of a Convention Bureau, was
approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Bakersfield, California, September 9, 1963 - 2
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1498 New Series
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending Section 12.40.030 of the Municipal
Code of the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Whittemore, Ordinance
No. 1498 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending
Section 12.40.030 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield,
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
Appointment of Mr. Lloyd N. Perkins as
Member of the Civil Service Board for
Miscellaneous Departments.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin, Mr. Lloyd
N. Perkins was appointed as a member of the Civil Service Board for'
Miscellaneous Departments to fill vacancy created by resignation of
Mr. D. M. Mills.
Request from John H. Deeter for
annexation of service road adjacent to
Highway 99 referred to the Planning
Commission for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Marchbanks, request
from John H. Deeter for annexation of the service road adjacent
to Highway 99 which connects with Elm Street at the north boundary
of Tract 2815, was referred to the Planning Commission for study and
recommendation.
Approval of Agreement with Esther
Foley for special services as Tennis
Instructor.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Rucker, Agreement
with Esther Foley for special services as Tennis Instructor was
approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Approval of Step Salary increase
effective October l, 1963.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, Step
Salary increase for Raymond C. Poore, Building Inspector I, from $646
to $678~ becoming effective October 1~ 1963, was approved.
Bakersfield, California, September 9, 1963 - 3
No action taken by Council re recommendation
of Planning Commission on request of Ben
Ridlon for opening of 32nd Street.
The Planning Commission memorandum recommending that
Mr. Ben Ridlon be advised of the circumstances in connection with
policy of the Post Office Department that no mail delivery can be made
on 32nd Street extension without provision being made for a turn-around
at the east end of said extension, was read, and upon a motion by
Balfanz, seconded by Mossman, no action was taken by the Council on
this matter.
Date set for hearing before the Council
on motion of the Planning Commission to
change the zoning of that certain property
located at the northeast corner of Columbus
Extension and Oswell Street.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Marchbanks, date of September 30,
1963, was set for hearing before the Council on motion of the Planning
Commission to change the zoning from C-2-D (Commercial Architectural
Design) Zone, to an R-4-D (Multiple Family Dwelling-Architectural I~sign)
Zone, of that certain property located at the northeast corner of
Columbus Extension and Oswell Street.
Approval of request of J. F. Dandy for
suburban sewer rental agreement on
property located at 24 Stephens Drive,
subject to certain conditions.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Doolin, request of J. F. Dandy
for permission to enter into suburban sewer rental agreement covering
that property located at 24 Stephens Drive was granted, subject to
the requirements of the Department of Public Works and future
annexation to the City.
Date set for hearing on request of Louis
R. Maretich, et al and Kern County Union
High School District for rezoning of that
certain property located north and south
of Ming Road between Stine Road and Real
Road.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, date of September 23,
Bakersfield, California, September 9, 1963 - 4
1963, was set for hearing before the Council on request of Louis R.
Maretich~ et al~ and Kern County Union High School District, for the
rezoning of that certain property located north of Ming Road between
Stine Road and Real Road and south of Ming Road east of Stine Road
to the parcel east of Real Road and the parcel southerly of Belle
Terrace and westerly of Stine Road.
Acceptance of two-acre parcel of land
from Mr. John Deeter located to the
west of the Westchester area for public
purposes to be used as a playground.
A memorandum submitted by the Planning Commission making
certain recommendations regarding the proposal to locate a park in
the Westchester area~ was read~ and in accordance with recommendation
contained therein~ it was moved by Mossman~ seconded by Doolin~ and
carried~ that the City accept~ for public purposes~ the two-acre
parcel of land located to the west of the Westchester area which
John Deeter to be used as a
is beong offered to the City by Mr.
playground.
money will be forthcoming from the County for this purpose.
was requested to report back to the Council on this matter
later date.
Administrative Staff requested to make a
study regarding the cost of developing
the playground in the Westchester area
and ascertain if funds are available from
the County of Kern for this purpose.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Doolin~ the Administrative
Staff was requested to prepare a study regarding the cost of developing
the playground in the Westchester Area being deeded to the City by
Mr. Deeter~ and to ascertain from the Board of Supervisors how much
The Staff
at a
City Attorney and City Engineer instructed
to prepare necessary proceedings for the
abandonment of those portions of street
right-of-way not needed for the realignment
of Panorama Drive adjacent to Mr. Vernon
Avenue.
In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission~
upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, the City Attorney
and City Engineer were instructed to prepare the necessary description
Bakersfield, California, Sept~foer 9, 1963 - 5
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and proceedings for the abandonment of those portions of street
right-of-way not needed for the realignment of Panorama Drive
adjacent to Mr. Vernon Avenue.
Approval of Plans and Specifications
for the construction and Sanitary Sewer
south of Planz Road and west of South
"H" Street.
Upon a motion by Whirremote, seconded by Balfanz, Plans
and Specifications for Sanitary Sewer south of Planz Road and west
of South "H" Street, were approved.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Whirremote, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers
Nos. 509 to 581 inclusive, in amount of $208~777.48, as audited by
the Voucher Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was
granted for payment of same.
Permission granted for installation
of helicopter landing port on Civic
Auditorium grounds.
In accordance with recommendation of the Colmcil Civic
Auditorium Committee, permission was granted to commence proceedings
for the installation of a helicopter landing port on space to be
provided at the Civic Auditorium.
Reception of report of City Attorney
entitled Re: Ed York - Claims for
Refunds.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz~ report
submitted by the City Attorney entitled Re: Ed York - Claims for Refunds,
was received and ordered placed on file.
Refund representing overpayment of base
rental charges at Civic Auditorium to
be credited to account of Mr. Ed York and
account to be closed.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin~ refund
of $100.00 representing an overpayment of base rental charges by
Mr. Ed York for office space at the Civic Auditorium is to be
credited against the amount he owes the City, the balance due is to
be considered severance damages, and the account is to be considered
closed.
Bakersfield, California, September 9, 1963 - 6
Reception of communication from Milton
Wenzel Re: Initiative Petition for State
Franchised and Controlled Gambling on
Alcatraz Island.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from Milton Wenzel Re: Initiative Petition for State Franchised and
Controlled Gambling on Alcatraz Island, was received and ordered
placed on file.
Acceptance of resignation of Mr. Harry
L. Meyers as Member of the Board of
Charity Appeals.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, resignation
of Mr. Harry L. Meyers as Member of the Board of Charity Appeals was
accepted, and the Mayor was requested to send Mr. Meyers a letter of
commendation.
Date set for hearing on appeal of Wayne Reeder
Realty to decision of the Board of Zoning
Adjustment denying his application for a
variance of that certain property located at
401 to 411Dobrusky Drive.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Whittemore, date
of September 30, 1963, was set for hearing before the Council on appeal
of Wayne Reeder Realty to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment
denying application for a variance of an R-1 ( Single-Family Dwelling)
Zone to permit the construction , operation and maintenance of sixteen
dwelling units on that property located at 401 to 411Dobrusky Drive.
Reception of communication from Sierra
School Equipment Company re purchase
of chairs for the Civic Auditorium.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from Mr. R. P. McDermott of the Sierra School Equipment Company
furnishing the Council and the public with all the facts concerning
the purchase of 2500 chairs from his company for the Civic Auditorium,
was received and ordered placed on file, with copies to be made available
to all interested agencies.
Bakersfield, California, ~eptember 9, 1963 - 7
Reception of communication from Jack P.
Ference re Claim for Severance Pay.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Whittemore,
communication from Jack P. Ference re Claim for Severance Pay, was
received and ordered placed on file.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1499 New Series
amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code
of the City of Bakersfield by changing
the Land Use Zoning of that certain
property in the City of Bakersfield located
south and west of realigned Stine Canal,
north of 24th Street, east of Kern River.
This being the time set for continued hearing on application
by John H. Deeter to amend Title 17 of the Municipal Code of the Cil~y
of Bakersfield, by changing the land use zoning of that certain property
in the City of Bakersfield located south and west of realigned Stine
Canal, north of 24th Street, east of Kern River, from an R-1 (Single-
Family Dwelling) Zone to C-2-D (Commercial - Architectural Design) Zone,
all interested persons present were given an opportunity to be heard.
At the request of Mr. Deeter, the public hearing
scheduled for August 12, 1963, was continued until this meeting. All,
persons were notified of the continuation, including those people who
signed the original petitions in protest to the proposed commercial
zoning of this parcel.
Property owners in the area appeared before the Council
in protest to the rezoning of this area for commercial development,
stating that the signs and increased traffic would adversely affect
the residential area to the east in the Westchester area.
After considering all arguments presented, the Council
upheld the findings of the Planning Commission denying Mr. Deeter's
application for rezoning this property C-2-D (Commercial - Architectural
Design) Zone, and upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Balfanz,
Bakersfield, California, September 9, 1963 - 8
Ordinance No. 1499 New Series amending Title 17 of the Municipal
Code of the City of Bakersfield by changing the zoning boundaries
of this property from an R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling) Zone to an R-3-D
(Limited Multiple-Family dwelling - Architectural) Zone, was adopted
by the following vote:
Aye s: Bal fanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whirremote
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks,
Council adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
seconded by Mossman, the
MAxuR o~ the City of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CITY CLE~K~ ex-offlcio o---~the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, September 16, 1963
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. September 16, 1963.
The audience joined with the Council in giving the Pledge
of Allegiance.
Invocation was offered by the Reverend Silas Gaither of
the Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Present: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker,
Stiern, Whirremote
Absent: Mayor Winer
Due to the absence of Mayor Winer, Vice-president Bruce
Marchbanks acted as presiding officer.
Minutes of the regular meeting of September 9, 1963 were
approved as presented.
Reports submitted by Council Recreation
Committee to be placed on agenda of
next week's meeting.
Councilman Doolin, as chairman of the Council Recreation
Committee, submitted reports to the .Council on the following subjects:
1. After school and Saturday Morning Recreation Program
2. Proposed Saturday Morning Program in Parks, High
School and Junior College Gym
3. Survey on Cash Registers for swimming pools
4. Written policy on hiring of part-time employees
5. Acquisition of Park Site in Southwest Area
6. Plans for a swimming pool at the Siemon Park and
resurfacing two tennis courts at Jastro Park
It was requested that the reports be placed on the agenda of
next week's meeting, and copies be furnished all members of the Council
for study before the meeting.
Refund granted Hilda G. Steele for
unused portion of Business License.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Mossman, refund of
$22.00 was granted Hilda G. Steele for unused business license for
quarter October to December, 1963.
Bakersfield, California, September 16, 1963 - 2
Failure of motion to refer proposed Ordinance
amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee
Classification) of the Municipal Code of the
City of Bakersfield to the Governmental
Efficiency Committee.
It was moved by Mossman, seconded by Stiern, that proposed
Ordinance amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of
the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, be referred to the
Governmental Efficiency Committee for recommendation. The motion
failed by the following called vote:
Ayes: Bal£anz, Mossman, Stiern
Marchbanks, Rucker, Whittemore
Noes: Doolin,
Absent: None
Proposed Ordinance amending Section 3.68.110
(a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal
Code of the City of Bakers£ield considered
given first reading and referred to the
Governmental Efficiency Committee for
recommendation.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Whittemore, proposed
ordinance amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of
the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, was considered given
first reading and was referred to the Governmental Efficiency Committee
for recommendation back to the Council, by the following called vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Rucker,
Noes: Mossman, Stiern
Absent: None
Approval
salary increases were approved,
Whittemore
of Step Salary increases
effective October 1, 1963.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Whittemore,
effective October 1, 1963:
R. E. Mann Fire Captain Step E to F
P. L. Owen Firefighter Step C to D
L. E. Kollenborn Fire Engineer Step E to F
the following step
Bakersfield, California, September 16, 1963 - 3
Approval of Conditional Acceptance of sewer
line easement from Division of Highways
across State owned land adjacent to Sunset
Avenue and the Freeway.
Upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Rucker, Conditional
Acceptance of sewer line easement from the Division of Highways
across State owned land adjacent to Sunset Avenue and the Freeway
was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Acceptance of Easement Deed for sewer
line purposes from Edward M. Pfeffer and
Nellie A. Pfeffer.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, Easement Deed
for sewer line purposes from Edward M. Pfeffer and Nelllie A.
Pfeffer for a portion of Lot 23 in Block 36 of the Bernard Addition
for relocation of sewers to provide right-of-way for 178 Freeway,
was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers
Nos. 582 to 630 inclusive, in amount of $14,198.94, as audited by
the Voucher Approval Conunittee, were allowed, and authorization was
granted for payment of same.
from Mr.
Civic Auditorium,
Reception of communication from Mr.
Milton M. Miller re purchase of
Chairs for the Civic Auditorium.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Marchbanks,
Milton M. Miller regarding the purchase of chairs
was received and ordered placed on file.
Adoption of Resolution No. 76-63 of the
City Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, finding and determining that
public convenience and necessity require
certain improvement work and construction
between Planz Road and Julian Avenue and
on Julian Avenue
District No. 777.
communication
for the
in proposed Public Improvement
This being the time and place set for public hearing as to
whether public convenience and necessity require the proposed improvement
work and construction between Planz Road and Julian Avenue and on Julian
Bakersfield, California, September 16~ 1963 - 4
Avenue in the proposed Public Improvement District No. 777, in the
City of Bakersfield, the City Clerk reported that posting and
publishing of the required notice of the hearing has been done, and
the Mayor asked if anyone present desired to be heard in said matter.
A full, fair and impartial hearing having been granted
and due consideration having been given to all aspects of the matter,
upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Whittemore, Resolution No. 76-62;
of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, finding arid
determining that public convenience and necessity require certain
improvement work and construction between Planz Road and Julian Avenue,
and on Julian Avenue in proposed Public Improvement District No. 777,
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz~ Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Rucker, Stiern~ Whittemore
Adoption of Resolution No. 77-63 ordering
preparation of estimate of cost, District Map,
and Plans and Specifications in the matter of
the improvement of streets between Planz Road
and Julian Avenue and on Julian Avenue within
proposed Public Improvement District No. 777.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Doolin, Resolution No.
77-63 ordering preparation of estimate of cost, District Map, and
Plans and Specifications in ~e matter of the improvement of streets
between Planz Road and Julian Avenue and on Julian Avenue within proposed
Public Improvement District No. 777, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bakersfield, California, September 16, 1963 - 5
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Adoption of Resolution No. 78-63 adopting
Plans and Specifications in the matter of
the improvement of streets between Planz
Road and Julian Avenue and on Julian Avenue
within proposed Public Improvement District
No. 777.
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 78-63 adopting Plans and Specifications in the matter of the
improvement of streets between Planz Read and Julian Avenue and on
Julian Avenue within proposed Public Improvement District No. 777,
was adopted by the following vote:
Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Ayes: Bal fanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 777
of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, declaring its intention to order
the construction of certain improvements within
proposed Public Improvement District No. 777,
declaring the work to be of more than local or
ordinary public benefit and describing the
district to be benefited by said work, and to
pay the cost and expenses thereof; and
fixing a time and place for hearing objections
thereto.
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Rucker, Resolution
of Intention No. 777 of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, declaring its intention to order the construction of certain
improvements within proposed Public Improvement District No. 777,
and dexcribing the district to be benefited by said work and to pay
the cost and expenses thereof; and fixing October 7, 1963 in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall, at eight o'clock P.M., as the time and place
~r hearing objections thereto, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Bakersfield, California, September 16, 1963 - 6
Councilman Mossman requested the administrative staff to
ascertain if City ordinances permit the refilling of fire extinguishers:
for the public by the Fire Department, and report back to the Council.
The Council is of the opinion that this practice should be eliminated,
as it is encroaching on private business.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, the Council
adjourned at 8:45 P.M.
MAYOR~ of the City of Bakersfield,
Cal i fornia
ATTEST:
CITY CL~ ~ 6 erk of the
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Council
Bakersfield, California, September 23, 1963
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Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. September 23, 1963.
The audience joined with the Council in giving the Pledge
of Allegiance.
Invocation was offered by the Reverend Arthur Bomers of the
First Congregational Church.
Minutes of the regular meeting of September 16, 1963 were
approved as submitted.
Service Pin Award.
At this time Mayor Winer presented a service pin to City
Treasurer Walter W. Smith, who completed twenty-five years service
with the City of Bakersfield on August 24, 1963.
Reception of Report from Council
Civic Auditorium Committee.
Councilman Balfanz, chairman of the Council Civic Auditorium
Committee, submitted a report to the Council making certain recommendations
for the operation of the Civic Auditorium. Upon a Rotion by Mpssman,
seconded by Balfanz, the report was received and ordered placed on file.
Copy of Report of Council Civic Auditorium
Committee ordered furnished to each member
of the Council.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, a copy of the
report of the Council Civic Auditorium Committee was ordered furnislhed
to each member of the Council for study.
Reception of oral Report submitted by
Councilman Stiern on Kern County Cities
Joint Meeting held September 20, 1963.
Councilman Stiern reported on a joint meeting of Kern County
Cities held in Bakersfield on September 20, 1963, for the purpose of
considering issues and problems of mutual concern.
representatives from the cities of Taft, Maricopa,
Arvin, Delano, Shafter and Bakersfield.
Attending were
Tehachapi, Wasco,
The first matter considered was the Local Agency Formation
Commission Act, and a resume of the Collier-Unruh Local Transportation
Act was given, which was followed by a general discussion.
Bakersfield, California, September 23, 1963 - 2
Throughout the discussion of the entire evening, it was
agreed by the representatives present that Kern County Cities should
get together more often for joint consideration of urban and city
problems. Mayor Steve Valdez volunteered to hold the next
joint meeting of Kern Cities in Tehachapi, and it was suggested
that Councilman Richard Stiern call this meeting.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Whittemore, the report
was received and copies of the summary of the meeting were ordered
sent to each member of the Council.
City Manager's report on the refilling of
Fire Extinguishers by the Fire Department.
City Manager Noland reported to the Council that the practice
of refilling fire extinguishers for the general public had been
discontinued by the Fire Department two months ago.
Sixty day extension of time granted Stroud-
Seabrook Pipeline Constructors, Inc. for
inspection of sewer line on Bank Street to
correct certain deficiencies before
acceptance by the City.
Public Works Director Harold Bergen made a report to the
Council on the construction of a sanitary sewer and pumping station
in Real Road and Bank Street, which was completed several months ago
but has developed certain deficiencies, which they are proceeding
to correct. There are two problems in the line on Bank Street, one
in elevation and the other in sand leaking into the line at some of
the joints which do not fit together properly. Mr. Bergen stated
that he is recommending to the contractor to make a visual inspection.
of the line by TV camera which will be pulled through the line, and
actual pictures can be taken of each of the joints so that the ones
which are leaking sand can be detected. Upon a motion by Whittemore,
seconded by Rucker, a sixty day extension of time was granted
Stroud-Seabrook Pipeline Constructors, Inc. con~ractor, to make an
inspection of the line and correct the deficiencies, so that the City
can accept the project..
Bakersfield, California, September 23, 1963 3
43
Approval of recommendation contained
in report of Council Recreation Committee
relative to Saturday morning recreational
program.
The Council again considered a report submitted by the
Council's Recreation Committee at last week's Council meeting, and
proceeded to act on each item separately. Councilmen Doolin again
explained the proposal to conduct a recreational program on Saturday
morning in the parks,and in the High SChool and Junior College
gymnasiums, and upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker, the
proposed program was adopted by the Council.
Matter of setting up another method for
control of the handling of the cash
received at City swimming pools referred
back to the Council Recreation Committee
for recommendation.
Inasmuch as it was decided by the Council that the purchase
of cash registers for use at the swimming pools was not feasible, it
was moved by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, and carried, that the
matter be referred back to the Council Recreation Committee to study
and recommend another method for control of the handling of the cash
received at the pools.
Adoption of written policy on the hiring
of temporary employees in the Recreation
Department, as recommended by the Civil Service
Board for Miscellaneous Departments.
A communication from the Chairman of the Civil Service Board
for Miscellaneous Departments and written employment policies for
temporary employees in the Recreation Department was :read, and upon a
motion by Rucker, seconded by Balfanz, proposed policy for the hiring
of temporary employees in the Recreation Department was adopted,
with the exception of two Supervisors, which were excluded.
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Bakersfield, California, September 23, 1963 - 4
Reception of communication from Civil
Service Board for Miscellaneous Departments
recommending adoption of a proposed policy
for the hiring of temporary employees in
the Recreation Department.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Mossman, communication
from Civil Service Board for Miscellaneous Departments recommending the
adoption of proposed policy for the hiring of temporary employees in
the Recreation Department, was received and ordered placed on file.
Administrative Staff instructed to study
the matter of the acquisition of a park site
in the southwest area and report back to the
Council.
In accordance with recommendation contained in report of the
Council's Recreation Committee that the administrative staff obtain an
option on a parcel of land adjacent to the Greenfield Junior High School
for a park site in the southwest area, upon a motion by Marchbanks,
seconded by Stiern, the matter was referred to the Administrative Staff
for study and report back to the Council at a later date.
Approval of Step salary increases.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Marchbanks, the
following step salary increases were approved:
Julie Petrini
Wm. Thompson
Jerry Poole
Orval Langston
Allan Porter
Typist Clerk II
Police Patrolman
Police Patrolman
Mechanic I
Mechanic II
Approval of Plans
Step D to E
Step D to E
Step E to F
Step D to E
Step D to E
Effective 10-1-63
Effective 10-1-63
Effective 10-1-63
Effective 11-1-63
Effective 11-1-63
construction of Sanitary Sewer on Monitor
Street and Pacheco Road.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Rucker, Plans and
Specifications for construction of Sanitary Sewer on Monitor Street and
Pacheco Road, were approved.
Approval of Plans £or Police Pistol
Range Additions.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Balfanz, Plans for
Police Pistol Range Additions were approved.
and Specifications for
Bakersfield, California, September 23, 1963 - 5
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Adoption of Resolution No. 79-63 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield fixing
a time and place for hearing protests by
persons owning real property within
territory designated as "Oswell No. 4",
proposed to be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 79-63 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield fixing November 4,
1963, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, as the time and place for
hearing protests by persons owning real property within territory
designated as "Oswell No. 4", proposed to be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 80-63 of
Intention to include within the Greater
Bakersfield Separation of Grade District
certain territory designated as "Oswell
No. 4", and setting the time and place for
hearing objections to the inclusion of said
territory within said District.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, Resolution No.
80-63 of Intention to include within the Greater Bakersfield Separation
of Grade District certain territory designated as "Oswell No. 4",
and setting November 4, 1963 in the Council Chambers, as the time and
place for hearing objections to the inclusion of said territory within
said District~ was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whirremote
Noes: None
Absent: None
Request from John H. Deeter for the
abandonment of Public Utility Easement in
Lot 56, Tract 2815, referred to the Planning
Commission.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Whirremote, request
from John H. Deeter for the abandonment of the five foot Public Utility
Easement running diagonally through Lot 56 of Tract 2815, was refe:~red
to the Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
Bakersfield, California, September 23, 1963 - 6
Request from Kirtland P. Girard for
annexation to the City of Bakersfield of
that land lying south of Pacheco Road and
west of Union Avenue referred to the
Planning Commission.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, request from
Kirtland P. Girard for annexation to the City of Bakersfield of that
land lying south of Pacheco Road and west of Union Avenue in Section
19, T. 30 S., R. 28 east, M.D.M., was referred to the Planning
Commission for study and recommendation.
City Attorney directed to make addition
to "Permit to Use Auditorium Facilities."
In accordance with recommendation of the Council Civic
Auditorium Committee, upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Balfanz,
the City Attorney was requested to make an additbn to "Permit to Use
Auditorium Facilities" to establish percentages on programs, records
and souvenirs at 10% on all items selling up to 50~ each, and 25% on
all items over 50~ each.
City Attorney requested to prepare Contract
with Sanitation Engineers for cleaning and
janitorial services at Cunningham Art Gallery.
In accordance with recommendation of the Council Civic
Auditorium Committee, upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Mossman,
the City Attorney was requested to prepare contract, for signature of
the Bakersfield Art Association, with the Sanitation Engineers, covering
the cleaning and janitorial services at Cunningham Art Gallery. This
service, which was formerly performed by members of the City Hall
maintenance staff, will afford the City a savings of $1,600 annually,
for which the Council expresses its gratitude to the Civic Auditorium
Manager.
Committee
Allowance of Claims.
As no claims were made available to the Voucher Approval
for auditing, none were allowed at this meeting.
Bakersfield, California, September 23, 1963 - 7
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Adoption of Resolution No. 81-63 of the
Council of the City or Bakersfield declaring
that insufficient protests were made to the
annexation of territory designated as "Stine
No. 1", proposed to be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing protests by persons
owning real property within territory designated as "Stine No. l",
proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield, all interested
persons present were given an opportunity to be heard.
The City Clerk reported that one written protest had been
received from Lucille B. May, M.D. No other written protests
were received to the annexation.
After due consideration was given to all discussion by tire
Council and interested persons present, upon a motion by Marchbanks,
seconded by Sliern, Resolution No. 81-73 of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield declaring that insufficient protests were made to the
annexation, was adopted by the following vote:
Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1500 New Series
approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited
territory to the City of Bakersfield, California,
designated as "Stine No. 1", and providing for
the taxation of said territory to pay the bonded
indebtedness of said City.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Doolin, Ordinance No.
1500 New Series approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited territory
to the City of Bakersfield, California, designated as "Stine No. 1",
and providing for the taxation of said territory to pay the bonded
indebtedness of said City, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Bakersfield, California, September 23, 19§3 - 8
Adoption of Resolution No. 82-63 annexing
to the Greater Bakersfield Separation of
Grade District those portions of certain
territory designated as "Stine No. 1", not
already included within said District.
This being the time set for hearing objections to the
inclusion of those portions of certain territory designated as Stine
No. 1, to the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade District not
already included within said District, and no protests ob objections
having been received, upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Rucker,
Resolution No. 82-63 annexing those portions of certain territory
designated as "Stine No. 1"~ not already included within the
Rucker, Stiern,
District, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Whittemore
Hearing continued for one week on the
proposed zoning of those certain
properties in Section 2 and 11, T. 30 S.,
R. 28 E., M.D.M., in area designated as
"Stine No. l", as C-2-D (Commercial -
Architectural Design) Zone, upon annexation
to the City of Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing objections to the zoning
of those certain properties in Section 2 and 11, T. 30 S., R. 28 E.,
M.D.M., in area designated as "Stine No. l", as C-2-D (Commercial -
Architectural Design) Zone, upon annexation to the City of Bakersfiel.d,
all interested persons present ~ere given an opportunity to be heard.
A copy of a petition, which had previously been submitted to
the Board of Supervisors, containing the signatures of approximately 8-
property owners residing in the county area adjacent to the property
under consideration for zoning and requesting that R-1 zoning be
maintained on that portion abutting their property, was presented.
Bakersfield, California, September 23, 1963 - 9
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The Council carefully considered all arguments presented,
and upon a motion by Stiern, seconded by Mossman, the hearing was
continued for one week to enable the entire Council to examine the
specific area in order to make a fair decision regarding the zoning
at next week's meeting.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Balfanz, the
Council adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
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CI~ an~.x-~ Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
California
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Bakersfield, California, September 30, 1963
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. September 30, 1963.
The audience joined with the Council in giving the Pledge
of Allegiance to the Flag.
Invocation was offered by Councilman Richard Stiern.
Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks,
Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whirremote
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of September 23, 1963 were
approved as submitted.
Decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment
denying application of Wayne Reeder for a
variance of an R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling)
Zone to permit the construction, operation
and maintenance of 16 dwelling units on that
property commonly known as 401, 405, 407 and
411 Dobrusky Drive, upheld by the Council.
The Mayor notified the interested persons present that a
communication had been received from Wayne Reeder withdrawing his appeal
to the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying his application
for a variance of an R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the
construction, operation and maintenance of 16 Dwelling Units on that
property commonly known as 401, 405, 407 and 411 Dobrusky Drive, which
had been scheduled for hearing at this evening's meeting, and upon a
motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin, the communication was received
and placed on file, and the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment
denying the variance was therefore upheld by the Council.
Adoption of recommendation of the Governmental
Efficiency Committee relative to increase in
salary range for the Auditor-Controller.
Councilman Mossman, chairman of the Governmental Efficiency
Committee, reported to the Council on the proposal of the City Manager
to increase the salary range of the Auditor-Controller to $865-1104,
recommending approval of the range increase, and upon a motion by
Marchbanks, seconded by Rucker, the recommendation of the Governmental
Efficiency Committee was adopted.
Bakersfield, California, September 30, 1963 2
Ayes: Bal£anz,
Noes: Mossman,
Absent: None
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1501 New Series
amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employees
Classification) of the Municipal Code of
the City of Bakersfield.
Councilman Mossman, chairman of the Governmental Efficiency
Committee, then reported on the proposal of the City Manager to increase
the salary range of the City Clerk to $615-785, stating that two
members of the Committee agreed to recommend that the increase be granted,
but that he was recommending against the increase and gave his reasons
for so doing. After discussion, upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by
Rucker, Ordinance No. 1501 New Series amending Section 3.68.110 (a)
(Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield,
was adopted by the following vote:
Doolin, Marchbanks, Rucker, Whirremote
Stiern
Adoption of recommendation that any proposed
salary range change first be reviewed by the
Governmental Efficiency Committee.
Upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Rucker, the Council
adopted a recommendation of the Governmental Efficiency Committee, that
any proposed salary matter involving a change in range is first to be
reviewed by that Committee before being considered by the Council.
Encroachment Permit granted Ross Boyd
for construction of building on east
side of service road adjacent to Chester
Avenue.
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Stiern, an Encroachment
Permit was granted Ross Boyd for column foundation footings exten~ng
out beyond property line, below grade along east property line into
Chester Avenue service road north of 13th Street.
Acceptance of Public Utility Easement
adjacent to Tract 2815, from John Deeter.
Upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Doolin, Public Utility
Easement adjacent to Tract 2815 from John Deeter was accepted, and the
Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Bakersfield, California, September 30, 1963 - 3
Request from John W. Shipman for permission
to put a curb breakout on Hughes Lane at
2408 Belvedere, referred to the Planning
Commission for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Whittemore, request
from John W. Shipman, general contractor, for permission to put a curb
breakout on Hughes Lane at 2408 Belvedere, which is not permitted by
the Tract restrictions at this time, was referred to the Planning
Commission for study and recommendation.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Whittemore, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers
Nos. 631 to 770 inclusive, in amount of $303,696.17, as audited by the
Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted
for payment of same.
Authorization granted to waive the
residential requirements of the Charter
for the position of Motor Coach Operator.
In accordance with recommendation of the Civil Service Board
for Miscellaneous Departments, upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by
Marchbanks, authorization was granted to waive the residential require-
ments of the Charter for the position of Motor Coach Driver.
Approval of request of Crest Land Company
to connect a portion of Tract No. 2526
to the City sewer line, subject to Planning
Comnission approval.
A communication from the Crest Land Company offering approxi-
mately 54 acres of land located south of Columbus and east of Oswell
Street for annexation to the City of Bakersfield and requesting
permission to connect 34 acres of this land located in Tentatige Tract
No. 2526 to the City's sewerage system, was read, and upon a motion
by Whittemore, seconded by Balfanz, the request was approved, subject
to approval of the Planning Commission. Application for annexation
of this area to theCity was referred to the Planning Commission
for study and recommendation back to the Council.
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Adoption of Ordinance No. 1502 New Series
amending Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12
(Zoning Map) of the Municipal Code of the
City of Bakersfield.
This being the time set for continued hearing on the
proposed zoning of those certain properties in Section 2 and 11,
T. 30 S., R. 28 E., M.D.M., in that area designated as "Stine No. 1",
as C-2-D (Commercial - Architectural Design) Zone, upon annexation
to the City, all interested persons present were given an opportunity
to be heard.
Property owners in the county area adjacent to the proposed
zoning addressed the Council requesting that the portion proposed
to be zoned commercial which is abutting their property, be maintained
as an R-1 zone.
After due consideration was given to all arguments advanced
by interested persons present, and discussion by the members of the
Council, upon a motion by Mossman, seconded by Whittemore, Ordinance
No. 1502 New Series amending Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12
(Zoning Map) of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore
Reception of communication from
Mrs. Frank Munis.
Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Balfanz, a
communication from Mrs. Frank Munis, 3501 Ming Avenue, expressing
approval of the commercial zoning of a portion of that area designated
as "Stine No. 1", was received and ordered placed on :file.
Bakersfield, California, September 30, 1963 - 5
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1503 New Series
amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code of
the City of Bakersfield by changing the Land
Use Zoning of those certain properties in the
City of Bakersfield located at the northeast
corner of
This being the time
Planning Commission to change
Columbus and Oswell Streets.
set for hearing on recommendation of tile
the zoning boundaries from a C-2-D
(Commercial - Architectural Design) or more restrictive zone, to an
R-4-D (Multiple-Family Dwelling-Architectural Design) Zone, of that
certain property located at the northeast corner of Columbus Extension
and Oswell Street, and no protests or objections having been received,
upon a motion by Rucker, seconded by Marchbanks, Ordinance No. 1503
Series amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code changing the Land Use
was adopted by the following vote:
Marchbanks, Mossman~ Rucker, Stiern, Whittemere
Zoning of this property,
Ayes: Balfanz, Doolin,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Communication from Mr. Milton Miller dated
September 13, 1963, read into the record.
At this time the Council requested the City Clerk to read into
the record a communication from Mr. Milton Miller, dated September 13,
1963, relative to the purchase of chairs for the Civic Auditorium,
which had been received and placed on file at meeting of September 16, 1963.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Marchbanks, the Council
adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
MAYOR o rsfleld,
ATTEST:
CI'~~ ~x OffiCe
i rk of the Council of
the City of Bakersfield, California
Ca]L if.