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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJAN - MAR 1964Bakersfield, California, January 6, 1964 127 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. January 6, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Clifford M. Dichau of Belleview Baptist Church, Mayor Winer called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Absent: None Minutes of the regular meeting of December 30, 1963 were approved as presented. Acceptance of bid of A-C Electric Company to furnish and install Street Lighting along Truxtun Avenue between "N" and "P" Streets. In accordance with recommendation of the Director of Public Works, upon a motion by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, bid of A-C Electric Company to furnish and install street lighting along Truxtun Avenue between "N" and "P" Streets for a lump sum of $3,240.00, was accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract. Appointment of Mr. Robert C. Starr as Member of the Fire Department Civil Service Commission. Upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Mr. Robert C. Starr of 1905 Ming Road, was appointed as a member of the Fire Department Civil Service Commission for a six year term expiring December 31, 1970. Mayor Winer was requested to send a letter of commendation to Mr. Donald J. Winlack, whose term expired December 31, 1963, expressing the appreciation and gratitude of the Council for his excellent service on this Commission. Appointment of Dr. Stephen Montgomery as a Member of the Citizens Auditorium Committee. Upon a motion by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Dr. Stephen Montgomery was reappointed as a member of the Citizens Auditorium Committee, term to expire January 3, 1972. 128 Bakersfield, California, January 6, 1964 -2 Appointment of Member of the Planning Commission deferred for one week. Mayor Winer announced that appointment of a member of the Planning Commission to fill vacancy created by the resignation of A. Camerson Paulden would be deferred for one week. Acceptance of Director's Easement Deed from the Division of Highways. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, Director's Easement Deed from the Division of Highways for the relocation of a sanitary sewer north of Brundage Lane and west of Oak Street was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Approval of application for Encroachment Permit by Dr. William E. Gullett. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Stiern, application for an Encroachment Permit by Dr. William E. Gullett, for construction of a collision fence at 2535 Beech Street, was approved. Acceptance of Street Right of Way Easement from the California Water Service Company. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, Street Right of Way Easement from the California Water Service Company, located at the intersection of Elm Street and 24th Street, was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Approval of Contract and Specifications and Map of Tract No. 2843. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, it is ordered that the Map of Tract No. 2843 be and the same is hereby approved. That all streets, drives and lanes shown upon said map and thereon offered for dedication be, accepted for the purpose, or the purposes, offered for dedication. Pursuant to and Professions Code, and the same are hereby for which the same are the provisions of Section 11587 of the Business the City Council hereby waives the requirement of signature of the following: Bakersfield, California, January 6, 1964 - 3 Kern County Land Company Texaco, Inc. Leta Shirley, Wallen, Norman K. Larson and Margaret B. Larson Owner of certain easements and rights of way Lessee of certa~ mineral rights below 500', with no rights of surface entry Owners of mineral rights below 500', with no rights of surface entry The Clerk of this Council is directed to endrose upon the face of 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 Contract and Specifications covering improvements in said Tract. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 1606 to 1663 inclusive, in amount of $132,717.65, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Reception of communication from Speer, Chavez and Ruggenberg, certified public accountants, to the Governmental Efficiency Committee, relative to entry made to reduce the General Fund Surplus account. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, communication addressed to the Governmental Efficiency Co~aittee from Speer, Chavez and Ruggenberg, certified public accountants, explaining the several entries involved in a transaction made to reduce the General Fund Surplus Account by $510.00, was received and ordered placed on file. Ten days extension of time granted GKM Electric, Inc. for installation of Signal Lights - Ming Avenue and Casa Loma and Wilson Read. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, ten days extension of time was granted GKM Electric, Inc. for the installation of Signal Lights at Ming Avenue and Casa Loma and Ming Road. 130 Bakersfield, California, January 6, 1964 - 4 Reception of communication from Mr. Ed York re Management of the Civic Auditorium. Upon a motion by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Stiern, communication from Mr. Ed York requesting the appointment of a special committee to investigate allegations made relative to the management of the Civil Auditorium, was received and ordered placed on file. Councilman Mossman voted in the negative on this motion. Communication from Bakersfield Parking Service re operation of Municipal Parking Lot at 18th and K Streets received and referred to the Council Parking Committee. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mossman, communication from Bakersfield Parking Service re operation of the Municipal Parking Lot at 18th and K Streets, under the "Park and Shop" validation plan, was received and ordered referred to the Council Parking Committee for study and recommendation. Reception of communication from Division of Highways re Sixteenth Annual California Conference on Street and Highway Problems to be held in Berkeley on January 30, 31 and February 1, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, communication from the Division of Highways advising of the Sixteenth Annual California Conference on Street and Highway Problems to be presented by the Institute of Transportation and Traffic Engineering at the University of California at Berkley on January 30, 31 and February l, 1964, was received and placed on file. Councilman Mossman requested that the Council few days in advance of this conference. Report of Con~munity Needs be notified again a Survey. Mr. Jack Curtis, president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council at this time and presented them with a report obtained by the members of the Junior Chamber after a survey conducted to determine the City's most pressing problems as expressed by its citizens. Bakersfield, California, January 6, 1964 - 5 Council floor denied Mr. Milton Miller for the purpose of speaking on any matters pertaining to the law suit pending on the rehabilitation of the Padre Hotel to conform with the provisions of the Umiform Building Code. Mayor Winer announced that anyone in the audience desiring to address the Council was welcome to do so at this time. Mr. Milton Miller approached the microphone and Mayor Winer requested, in the interest of justice and fair play, that before making any statement, Mr. Miller inform the chair of the nature of same, and the Mayor would then rule whether he would permit it or not. City Manager Noland addressed the Mayor and requested permission to make a statement, prior to the Council's hearing Mr. Miller. Mr. Noland stated that Mr. Miller's latest attacks were designed to occupy the City Attorney in problems other than the pending law suit. He went on to say that the Council once went on record as denying Mr. Miller the opportunity of trying his law suit over the air, and he therefore, in the public interest, recommended that Mr. Miller be denied any further opportunity to harass the Council or the City Attorney, at least until the conclusion of the law suit, or law suits, involving Mr. Miller and the City. The City Manager then asked for a vote of the Council on the matter. Councilman Mossman made a motion, which was seconded by Councilman Stiern, that the floor not be extended to Mr. Miller at this time. After discussion, substitute motion was made by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, that the Council not listen to Mr. Miller on any subject relating to the law suit, or to any remarks in connection with the personnel that will be involved in the law suit. Councilman Mossman, clarifying his motion, stated that his motion was that Mr. Miller not be given the floor this evening, that he did not feel it would stop the Council from giving him the some other time, that he believed the Council had requested Mr. Miller 132 Bakersfield, California, January 6, 1964 6 to submit in writing, in advance of the meetings, the things he proposed to say, and if that procedure is followed, he could be given the floor. Councilman Marchbanks restated his motion, that the Council not hear Mr. Miller pertaining to the law suit, any personnel that will be involved in the lawsuit, or any matters pertaining to the law suit, or anyone that is going to testify in the law suit, or anyone that is going to testify in the law suit, or anyone that has been engaged in the act, now or until the time the trial is over. The Mayor remarked that he thought the intent was very clear, and asked if the Council was ready for the question. The vote on the sbustitute motion was unanimous. Adjuurnment. There being no further business to come before this Council, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 P.M. MAYOR bf the City of Bakersfield, Calif. ATTE ST: Clerk of the of the City of Bakersfield, California Council Bakersfield, California, January 7, 1964 of City Hall at Present: Minutes of a special meeting of the Council of the City Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the 7:30 P.M. January 7, 1964. Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Absent: None Mayor Winer called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. and stated that the purpose of the special meeting was to consider the revisions and amendments to the Charter of the City of Bakersfield as proposed by the Charter Revision Committee appointed by the Council for this purpose. Two members of the Charter Revision Committee, Mr. Bill G. Caughron, chairman of the Committee, and Mr. Walter Condley, were present to explain and clarify the proposals to the Council. Mr. Caughron stated that the revision of the Charter should and Legislative be considered in three phases, the Administrativ~ Section, the Franchise Section and the Civil Service Section. Taking the proposed draft section by section, the Council commenced its review, with considerable discussion being given each section. Formal action was not taken on each section, but tentative approval was given to the following: It was moved by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Whittemore and carried, that whenever the word "shall" appears, it is to be considered as mandatory, and the word "may" is to be considered as permissive, and this definition is to be stated somewhere in the Charter when the City Attorney prepares the final draft for the ballot. It was moved by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, and carried, that the first sentence of the New Section to be numbered 37.5, is to be changed to read as follows: "The City Manager may be removed from office by the affirmative vote of four members of the Council." 134 Bakersfield, California, January 7, 1964 - 2 During discussion, the City Manager asked the Council to include a provision in Section 37.5 that would cover the adoption of a Resolution of Intention to dismiss a manager outlining the reasons for the removal. It was moved by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, that the Council add this provision to the Section. Substitute motion was offered by Councilman Mossman, which was not seconded, that action be taken in a personnel session. After further discussion, both Councilman Marchbanks and Councilman Rucker withdrew their motion, and no action was taken in this regard. It was moved by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mossman, and carried, that Section 38 - Heads 6f Departments, be changed to read as follows: "The City Manager shall appoint all department heads except those the Charter reserves for the Council." It was moved by Councilman Mossman, seconeded by Councilman Marchbanks and carried, that the City Attorney reword proposed Section 43 (a) to provide that the three highest candidates on an eligible list may be considered for appointment regardless of residence. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks and carried, that New Section to be numbered 72, is to remain as proposed by the Chattel? Revision Committee. Councilman Whittemore voted in the negatiw~ on this motion. The Council recessed the special meeting at 10:45 P.M. until January 14, 1964 at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, at which time the review of the Charter revision proposals will be continued. MAYOR Bakersfield, Calif. ATTE ST: CITY ~L~ ~ - ~ rk~ Council of the City of Bakersfield, California Bakersfield, California, January 13, 1964 Minutes of the regular weekly 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. January 13, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation offered in Greek by the Reverend John Bersentes of the Greek Orthodox Church, Mayor Winer called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman~ Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote Absent: None Minutes of the regular meeting of January 6, 1964 and the special meeting of January 7, 1964 were approved as presented. Opening Bids in connection with Public Improvement District No. 777 - Construction and Improvement of Streets between Planz Road and Julian Avenue. This being the time set for opening bids in connection with Public Improvment District No. 777 - Construction and Improvement of Streets between Planz Road and Julian Avenue, all bids received were publicly opened, examined and declared by the City Clerk. Upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Councilman Stiern, the bids were referred to the Director of Public Works for review and recommendation, to be awarded at this meeting. Rejection of all bids to furnish and install 12 Infra-Red Gas Heaters at the Corporation Yard. Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Rucker~ all bids to f'urnish and install 12 Infra-Red Gas Heaters at the Corporation Yard were rejected, and permission was granted to purchase and install these heaters by the City itself at considerable savings. Reception of report of the Council Parking Committee relative to agreement for the use of the Municipal Parking Lot at 18th and "K" Streets. Councilman Rucker, as Chairman of the Council Business Development and Parking Committee, reported to the Council on a meeting of this Committee held to discuss a proposal from the Edington Corporation for utilization of the municipal parking facility located at r8th and "K" Streets. It was the feeling of the Committee that they would like to 136 Bakersfield, California, January 13, 1964 - Page 2 work with the Parking Committee of the Downtown Business Association in arriving at maximum utilization of this Municipal Parking Lot and[ recommended that the City Manager be instructed to enter into negotiations for the use of said lot. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, and carried, that the report be received and the recommendations of the Parking Committee be adopted. In his motion, Councilman Mossman requested that the agreement, when prepared by the City Attorney, be submitted to the Council for its approval, and a ceiling be placed on the rates to be charged. Any proposal to increase the rates is to again be submitted to the Council for its approval. Appointment of Mr. William C. Walker as Member of the Planning Commission. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mr. William C. Walker of 3113 University Avenue, was appointed Cameron of the Transient Lodging Tax, would be deferred an additional Rucker, February 1, 1964: W. D. Rose C. W. Thomas P. A. Galpin R. T. Francisco J. D. Mawley O'Neal Howard week. Approval of Step Salary Advancements effective February l, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman the following step salary advancements were approved, effective Fire Captain Step E to F Fire Engineer Step E to F Fire Engineer Step E to F Fire Captain Step E to F Engineer III Step D to E Sanitation Crewman I Step E, Schedule 20 Doolin, as a member of the Planning Commission to fill out term of A. Paulden, expiring April 17, 1966. Action deferred for one week on proposed Ordinance providing for security requirements for Trustees of funds held under the Transient Lodging Ordinances and defining the nature of offense of failing to comply with the requirements of the Transient Lodging Tax. Mayor Winer announced that upon request of the City Attorney, action on proposed Ordinance providing for security requirements for Trustees of funds held under the Transient Lodging Ordinances and defining the nature of offense of failing to comply with the requirements 137 Bakersfield~ California~ Jnnuary 13, 1964 - Page 3 Approvalof waiver of residential requirement of the Charter on four Police Patrolman candidates who have successfully passed examinations~ so that existing vacancies may be filled. In accordance with request of the Police Civil Service Commission, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mossman~ residential requirement of the Charter was waived on four Police Patrolman candidates who have successfully passed the examinations~ so that existing vacancies may be filled. Date fixed for hearing before the Council on request of Peggy J. Voorhees for a zone change on property located at the northeast corner of Brundage Lane and Holtby Road. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, date of February 3~ 1964 was fixed for hearing before the Council on request of Peggy J. Voorhees for a zone change on property located at the northeast corner of Brundage Lane and Holtby Road from an R-3 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling) Zone to a C-1 (Limited Commercial) Zone. Encroachment Permit granted Valley Builders, Inc. for construction of Shell Oil Company service station at 2600 White Lane. In accordance with recommendation of the City Engineer~ upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Whittemore~ Encroachment Permit was granted Valley Builders, Inc. for constructten of a service station for the Shell Oil Company at 2600 White Lane, for footing of 3 feet, all underground. Encroachment Permit granted Hill House Motel for construction of sanitary sewer. In accordance with recommendation of the City Engineer, upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Stiern, Encroachment Permit was granted Hill House Motel at 700 Block Truxtun Avenue between "Q" and "S" Streets~ for hanging 6" sewer line on the south headwall of culvert at 17th Street and Kern Island Canal. Bakersfield, California~ January 13, 1964 - Page 4 Approval of License Agreement with Kern County Canal and Water Company for relocation of sewer line at the vicinity of 26th Street and Espee Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, License Agreement with the Kern County Canal and Water Company for relocation of a 27 inch sanitary sewer in the vicinity of 26th Street and Espee Street, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Approval of Three-Way Agreement with County of Kern and East Side Canal Company for discharging storm water into the East Side Canal. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Counci~an Balfanz, Three-Way Agreement with the County of Kern and the East Side Canal Company for discharging storm water into the East Side Canal, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Approval of Cooperative Drainage Agreement with Division of Highways and County of Kern to construction drainage facilities as part of 178 Freeway. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Balfanz~ Cooperative Drainage Agreement with the Division of Highways and the County of Kern for the construction of drainage facilities to incorporate the East Side Canal as part of the freeway drainage system with drainage requirements of the City and County, was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Counc~man Whirremote, seconded by Councilmall Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 1664 to 1749 inclusive, in amount of $314,592.59, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Bakersfield, California, January 13, 1964 - Page 5 Adoption of Resolution No. 1-64 of award of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, awarding the contract for the doing of the work in the matter Of the construction and paving of streets, installation of curbs, gutters and sidewalks and the construction of a culvert in Public Improvement District No. 777, in said City and the County of Kern, California. The sealed bids and proposals which had been submitted concerning the proposed work to be done in Public Improvement District No. 777 were reviewed by the Director of Public Works, and he reported the low bid received for the said proposed work in said district was from Phoenix Construction Company for $30,590.00, and the Director of Public Works recommended the award of the contract to said bidder. Councilman Whirremote offered and moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1-64 entitled "Resolution of Award of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, awarding the contract for the doing of the work in the matter of the construction and paving of streets, installation of curbs, gutters and sidewalks, and the construction of a culvert in Public Improvement District No. 777, in said City and the County of Kern, California,' which motion was seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, and upon roll was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Bal£anz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Petition requesting repaving of alley between 30th and 31st Streets in Homaker Park referred to the Director of Public Works for investigation and report. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Doolin, petition containing the signatures of 15 residents of the area requesting the repaving of the alley between 30th and 31st Streets from "Q" to San Dimas Streets, was referred to the Director of Public Works for investigation and report back to the Council. Adjournment. There being no further business to be considered at this meeting, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, the Council adjourned at 9:00 P.M. ATTE ST: CI and Clerk oi' the the City of Bakersfield, California seconded by Councilman Balfanz, MAYOR o the CiTy os ~akersfield Council of 140 Bakersfield, California~ January 14, 1964 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. January 14~ 1964. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz~ Doolin~ Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Absent: None Mayor Winer called the meeting to order stating that this was a special meeting of the City Council continued from January 7~ 1964, called for the purpose of further considering the revisions and amendments to the Charter as proposed by the Charter Revision Committee~ and they would begin the discussion of the Franchise Section, as proposed. Four members of the Charter Revision Committee were present: Mr. Bill G. Caughron, chairman~ Mr. Walter Condley~ Mr. Herbert Free and Mr. Lowell Fowler. Mr. Condley~ who assisted the City Attorney in preparing the Franchise Section and worked with the public utility companies to incorporate their suggestions to make this Section more flexible, answered questions in connection with the proposed changes. Councilman Rucker felt that somewhere in the Charter there should be inserted a Section encouraging equal opportunities for all persons without regard to race, creed or color, and it was explained to him that this field was pre-empted by the State and such a section would not be enforceable on a local level. Councilman Mossman commented that perhaps it could be placed in a Preamble to the Charter. No action was taken. After considerable discussion, it was agreed that the City Attorney should review the Franchise Section and bring any changes he believes necessary back to the Council for approval. Mr. Caughron pointed out that if the new Section is adopted, it will be necessary to delete Sections 115 to 132½ of the old Charter. Bakersfield, California, January 14, 1964 - Page 2 After a general discussion of Article X - Public Work and Supplies, with explanations for certain proposed changes being made to the Council by the Director of Public Works, the Council came to the Civil Service Section which proposes to consolidate the present three separate Civil Service Commission into one Board. Chief of Police Horace Grayson was present and expressed his disapproval of this proposal for many reasons. Councilman Marchbanks terminated the discussion by making amotion, which was seconded by Councilman Doolin and carried, that the proposals be divided into two sections, with all the proposed changes except the Civil Service revision, to be placed on the June ballot, and that the Civil Service proposal be given further study and review, and if possible, readied for the voters on the November ballot. Councilman Mossman voted in the negative on this motion, stating that he felt the Civil Service proposal should be considered at this time. In order to place the 2, 1964 election, it will be to approve them at the March propositions on the ballot at the June necessary for the Council 30~ 1964 meeting, therefore, Councilman Marchbanks, made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stiern and carried, that the propositions to be placed on the Jum ballot be referred to the administrative staff and the City Attorney for review and a final report to the Council. Councilman Mossman voted in the negative on this motion for reasons previously stated. Adjo urnmerit. There being no further business to be considered at this meeting, the Council adjourned at 9:05 P.M. ~ ~1 ' MAYOR o ~t2 of Bakersfield, ATTEST: of the City of Bakersfield, California Calif. 142 Bakersfield, California, January 20, 1964 Minutes of the regular weekly 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. Monday, January 20, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Julius W. Brooks of the Cain A.M.E. Church, the Mayor called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossmarl, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Absent: Mayor Winer Due to the absence of Mayor Winer, Vice-President Marchbanks acted as presiding officer. Minutes of the regular meeting of January 13, 1.964 and the special meeting of January 14, 1964, were approved as presented. Reception of Report from Director of Public Works re request for repaving of alley between 30th and 31st Streets in Homaker Park. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, a report submitted by the Director of Public Works in which he states that it is his intention to place the repaving of an alley between 30th and 31st Streets from "Q" to San Dimas, on his schedule for resurfacing during the summer program, was ordered received and placed on file, and CounciSman Mossman Thanked the Director of Public Works on behalf of his constituents and himself. Reception of communication from Mr. Milton Miller re proposed adoption of an Ordinance providing for security requirements for trustees of funds held under the Transient Lodging Ordinances and defining the nature of the offense of failing to comply with the requirements of the Transient Lodging Tax. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Whirremote, a communication from Mr. Milton Miller of the Hotel Padre containing certain comments in connection with the proposed adoption of an Ordinance providing for security requirements for trustees of funds held under the Transient Lodging Ordinances and defining the nature of the offense of failing to comply with the requirements of the Transient Lodging Tax, was received and ordered placed on file. Said Ordinance was considered given first reading at this time. 143 Bakersfield, California~ January 20~ 1964 - Page 2 Approval of License Agreement for Discharge of Storm Water into Kern Island Canal. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Balfanz~ annual License Agreement with the Kern Island Canal Company for discharge of storm water into the Kern Island Canal was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Approval of Map of Tract No. 2809 and Contract and Specifications for improvements in same. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Whirremote, it is ordered that the Map of Tract No. 2809 be~ and the same is hereby approved. That all the drives, avenues, ways and easements shown upon said map and thereof 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 requirement of signatures of the following: Ross S. Faxon, Jr. Mineral Rights below 500' The Clerk of this Council is directed to endorse upon the face of said map a copy of this order authenticated by the seal of the City Council of the City of Bakersriehl The Mayor was authorized to execute the Contract and Specifications for the improvements in said Tract. First reading given Ordinance amending Section 11.04.660 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, to make said Section of the Municipal Code comply with the requirements of the California Vehicle Code. First reading was considered given to an Ordinance amending Section 11.04.660 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, to make said Section of the Municipal Code comply with the requirements of the California Vehicle Code. !44 Bakersfield~ California~ January 20~ 1.964 - Page 3 City Attorney and City Engineel' instructed to prepare proceedings for the abandonment of portions of alley right-of-way in Lot 8, Block 264, Northern Division. In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission~ upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore~ seconded by Councilman Stiern~ the City Attorney and City Engineer were instructed to prepare the proceedings for the abandonment of portions of alley right-of-way in Lot 8~ Block 264, Northern Division, known as Parcel "B", subject to the following conditions: 1. That a 30 foot alley lying between the rear line of Lots 16 and 17~ Block 3~ Kruse Tract and 17th Street~ known as Parcel "C", be improved and dedicated to the City of Bakersfield prior to the abandonment of said Parcel "B" 2. That a 20 foot easement providing access for municipal services be provided from the westerly termination of the East-West portion of alley to 18th Street prior to the abandonment of Parcel "B" Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore~ seconded by Councilman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 1750 to 1792 inclusive, excluding No. 1759, in amount of $64~284.02~ as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for the payment of same. Notification of next meeting of the South San Joaquin Division of the League of California Cities in Tulare on Friday, January 24, 1964. The Council was notified that the next meeting of the South San Joaquin Division of the Leagueof California Cities will be held in Tulare at the Tagus Ranch Restaurant~ on Friday, January 24, 1964, at 7:30 P.M. There will be a panel discussion held at this meeting relative to the policy for the proposed allocation of tax funds between the counties and cities under the recent gas tax bill passed by the legislature. At this time Councilman Stiern reported on a meeting of the Cities of Kern County held in Arvin, California~ on Thurs- day, January 16, 1964, and stated that a discussion was held by the members present on this same subject. Ba~rsfield, California, January 20, 1964 - Pge ,1 Adoption of Resolution No. 2-64 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield ordering the vacation of a portion of the Public Road known as County Road No. 1429, in the City of Bakersfield. This being the time set for public hearing before the Council on its intention to order the vacation of a portion of public road known as County Road No. 1429, located south of Panorama and west of Mt. Vernon Avenue, the City Clerk reported that the required posting of this area had been done and no written protests had been received in her office. No protests or objections being received, upon a motion by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Mossman, Resolution No. 2-64 ordering the vacation of a portion of the Public Road known as County Road No. 1429, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker Stiern and Whittemore ' Noes: None Absent: None Recommendation of the Inter-Group Relations Board that.the matter of the Rumford Act, known as AB 1240, be referred to the City Council for study only, taken under submission by the City Council. At its regular monthly meeting held January 9, 1964, the Inter-Group Relations Board, composed of nine members appointed by the Council, voted to make a presentation to the City Council relative to the Rumford Act, known as AB 1240. The Reverend Julius W. Brooks, chairman of this Board, addressed the Council stating that it was the recommendation of the Board at its last regular meeting that the matter of the Rumford Act, AB 1240, be referred to the City Council for study only, and that its findings be made public after such studies had been. completed. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Doolin, that the recommendation of the Inter-Group Relations Bakersfield, California, January 20, 1964 - Page 5 Board be accepted. Substitute motion made by Councilman Marchbanks, and seconded by Councilman Stiern, that the recommendation of the Inter-Group Relations Board be received and placed on file, and that the matter be taken under submission by the Council and the City Attorney be instructed to furnish a resume of the Act lo the Council, was carried. Copies of the Act are :to be made available to the Council for its study. Councilman Mossman, who had previously made a motion, which was not seconded, to table the matter unti~ such time as the issue was placed on the ballot, voted in the negative on this motion. Adjournment. There being no further business to come before this Council, upon a motion by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Rucker,the Council adjourned at 9:15 P.M. y 'eld, ATTE ST: CITY~ and~x-~fflcio le~rk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California Bakersfield, California, January 27, 1964 Minutes of the regular weekly 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. on Monday, January 27, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Paul D. Mangrum of the First Nazarene Church, the Mayor called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Absent: None Minutes of the regular meeting of January 20, 1964 were approved as presented. City to operate ice skating concession for a period not to exceed sixty days with authorization granted to advertise for bids for this operation. Councilman Balfanz, chairman of the Council Auditorium Committee, requested Civic Auditorium Manager Irving Ducoff to repert on a meeting of the Citizens Auditorium Committee at which several recommendations were made for the operation of the public ice skating concession in the Auditorium, due to the fact that Dunn-Edwards has notified the Auditorium Manager that they no longer wish to continue the operation. Mr. Ducoff asked the Council for an expression of its wishes in this matter, and after discussion, it was moved by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Mossman, and carried, that the City operate the concession for a period not to exceed sixty days, with fifty percent of the rental on the skates to be paid to Dunn-Edwards. At the same time, authorization was granted to draw up specifications and advertise for bids for operation of this concession by an independent contractor. i48 Bakersfield, California, January 27~ 1964 - Page 2 Reception of report of Council Water and City Growth Committee on meeting with representatives of the Kern County Water Agency. Councilman Marchbanks, chairman of the Council Water and City Growth Committee, reported on a meeting between that Committee and representatives of the Kern County Water Agency held January 22, 1964, to discuss the Agency's policy in levying its zone of benefit tax. Councilman Marchbanks. stated that no agreements were reached between the Committee and the Water Agency, and upon a motion by Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, the report was received and ordered placed on file. Adoption of Ordinance No. 1511 New Series providing for Security Requirements for Trustees of funds held under the Transient Lodging Ordinances and defining the nature of the offense of failing to comply with the requirements of the Transient Lodging Tax. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Ordinance No. 1511 New Series entitled An Ordinance providing for Security Requirements for Trustees of Funds held under the Transient Lodging Ordinances and defining the nature of the offense of failing to comply with the requirements of the Transient Lodging Tax was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Adoption of Ordinance No. 1512 New Series amending Section 11.04.660 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield to make said section of the Municipal Code comply with the requirements of the California Vehicle Code. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mossman, Ordinance No. 1512 New Series entitled An Ordinance amending Section 11.04.660 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield to make said section of the Municipal Code comply with the requirements of the California Vehicle Code 149 Bakersfield, California, January 27, 1964 - Page 3 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote Noes: None Absent: None Approval of Contract for the Management and Operation of the Municipal Parking facility located at 18th and "K" Streets. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, Contract with Eddington Corporation for the Management and Operation of the Municipal Parking facility located at 18th and "K" Streets, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Doolin, Approval of Salary Step Advancements. Upon a motion by Councilnuan Mossman, seconded by Councilman the following salary step advancements were approved: Floyd E. Bertrand Kent Davis Frank A. Fabri Patrolman Bertrand's February 1, 1964, March 1, 1964. Patrolman (Class 440) Engineer III Maintenanceman II Step D to E Step D to E Step C to D salary increase is to become effective and the other two increases are to become effective Action deferred for thirty days on application of Southern California Gas Company for a Gas Franchise pursuant to Section 132 of the Charter of the City of Bakersfield. Pursuant to Section 117 of the City Charter, Councilman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Whirremote, upon a motion by action on application of the Southern California Gas Company for a Gas Franchise pursuant to Section 132 of the Charter of the City of Bakersfield, was deferred for thirty days. Acceptance of Bank Street Sanitary Sewer and Pumping Station which was completed December 30, 1963. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Bank Street Sanitary Sewer and Pumping Station, which was t50 Bakersfield, California, January 27, 1964 - Page 4 completed on December 30, 1963, was accepted, instructed to record the Notice Balfanz, for the west of Monitor and the City Clerk was of Completion. Extension of time granted William Schallock for construction of Sanitary Sewer south of White Lane and west of Monitor Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Councilman a sixty-day extension of time was granted William Schallock construction of the sanitary sewer south of White Lane and Street, subject to the approval of the bonding company. Encroachment Permit granted Mr. Ken Croes for construction of retaining wall and fence at northeast corner of Eton Street and Panorama Drive. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Stiern, Encroachment Permit was granted Mr. Ken Croes for construction of a three-foot retaining wall with a four-foot redwood fence adjacent to the east side of Eton Street from Panorama Drive to rear property line. Approval of Plans and Specifications for resurfacing of two Jastro Park Tennis Courts. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Stiern, plans and specifications for the resurfacing of two Jastro Park Tennis Courts, were approved. Approval of Master Street Lighting Plan for Tract No. 2705. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Mossman, Master Street Lighting Plan for Tract No. 2705, was approved. Adoption of Resolution No. 3-64 authorizing the establishment of a U.S. Treasury Bill Account and for transferring funds between Banks. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, Resolution No. 3-64 entitled A Resolution authorizing the establishment of a U. S. Treasury Bill Account and for transferring funds between Banks Bakersfield, California, January 27, 1964 - Page 5 151' was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote Noes: None Absent: None Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 1793 to 1852 inclusive, in amount of $306,312:.11, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorizatiox was granted for payment of same. Reception of letter of appreciation from Convention Chairman of Lions District 4. A letter from John Van Osdel, Convention Chairman of Lions District 4, thanking the Council for making the Auditorium facilities available, for the Auditorium policies they have established, and thanking the Auditorium management for the splendid cooperation received during recent 45th Annual District 4 Lions Convention, was rea~, and upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, was received and ordered placed on file, and the Mayor was requested to send a letter thanking Mr. Van Osdel and inviting this organization to hold another convention in Bakersfield. Reception of Resolution of the Planning Commission commending A. Cameron Paulden. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Mossman, Resolution of the Planning Commission commending A. Cameron Paulden, who resigned from the Commission due to moving to the unincorporated area of Bakersfield, was received and ordered placed on file. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman the Council adjourned its meeting at 8:42 P.M. MAYOR o~ the City of ~akersfield, Calif. ATTEST: f o rk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California 152 Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1964 Minutes of the regular weekly meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall Monday, February 3, 1964, at eight o'clock P. M. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend John E. Friesen of the Mennonite Church of the Brethren, the Mayor called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Absent: None Minutes of the regular meeting of January 27, 1964 were approved as presented. Month of February proclaimed "Americanism Month." In response to request from members of American Legion Bakersfield Post 26, upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the Council and Mayor Gene Winer proclaimed the month of February "Americanism Month." Adoption of Resolution No. 4-64 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. 4", proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Whirremote, Resolution No. 4-64 entitled A Resolution of the Council of the City of Bakersfield fixing March 16, 1964 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 "Pacheco No. 4", proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1964 - Page 2 Adoption of Resolution No. 5-64 of Intention to include within the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade District certain territory designated as "Pacheco No. 4", and setting the time and place for hearing objections to the inclusion of said territory within said District. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, Resolution No. 5-64 entitled A Resolution of Intention to include within the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade District certain territory designated as "Pacheco No. 4", and setting March 16, 1964 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: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Approval of Master Street Lighting Plan for Tract No. 2843. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Master Street Lighting Plan for Tract No. 2843 was approved. Acceptance of Sanitary Sewer in Monitor Street and Pacheco Road. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Sanitary Sewer in Monitor Street and Pacheco Road, which was completed December 9, 1963, was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to execute the Notice of Completion for recordation. Acceptance of Quit Claim Deed from Norman K. Larson and Margaret B. Larson to the Castro Ditch Pipeline. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Stiern, Quit Claim Deed from Norman K. Larson and Margaret B. Larson to the Castro Ditch pipeline, was accepted. 154 Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1964 - 3 Acceptance of Easement from Elmer F. Karpe, Inc. for sewer line purposes through Lot 1 of Tract 2705. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Whirremote, Easement from Elmer F. Karpe, Inc. for sewer line purposes through Lot 1 of Tract 2705, was accepted. Acceptance of Easement from Dandy Homes, Inc. for sewer line purposes through Lots 15 and 16 of Tract 2792. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Mossman, Easement from Dandy Homes, Inc. for sewer line purposes through Lots 15 and 16 of Tract 2792, was accepted. Approval of Contract and Specifications and Bond with Elmer F. Karpe, Inc. for construction of improvements in Tract 2705. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Contract and Specifications and bond with Elmer F. Karpe, Inc. for construction of improvements in Tract 2705, were approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Acceptance of Easement for sewer line purposes from Errol H. Clare, Errol John Clare, Jane Clare Upp and Martha Clare Winter, for portions of Lots 13 and 14 in Block 39 of the Bernard Addition. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, Easement for sewer pipeline purposes from Errol H. Clare, Errol John Calre, Jane Clare Upp and Martha Clare Winter, for portions of Lots 13 and 14 in Block 39 of the Bernard Addition, for 178 Freeway, was accepted. Request from Wallace & Smith, general contractors, for abandonment of portion of Sunset Avenue, referred to the Planning Commission. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, of a portion of Sunset Avenue between the new U.S. Street, was referred to the Planning Commission for request from Wallace & Smith, general contractors, for abandonment 99 Freeway and Oak study and recommendation. 155 Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1964 - 4 Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 788 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, declaring its intention to order the vacation of portion of alleys in Block 264, Northern Division, and Block 3, Kruse Tract. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilalan Whittemore, Resolution of Intention No. 788 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, declaring its intention to order the vacation of a portion of alleys in Block 264, Northern Division, and Block 3, Kruse Tract, and fixing February 24, 1964 in the Council Chambers of the City Hall as the time and place for hearing on the matter before the Council, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 1853 to 1953, inclusive, in amount of $123,182.34, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Reception of communication from Mrs. Viola Starr thanking the Council for the installation of traffic signals at Wilson Road and Ming Road. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Stiern, communication from Mrs. Viola Starr, 2725 Gemline Street, thanking the Council and all concerned for the installation of traffic signals at Wilson Road and Ming Road, was received and ordered placed on file. Request from Nighbert Properties for annexation of certain property referred to the Planning Commission for study and recommendation. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mossman, request from J. T. Nighbert of Nighbert Properties, for the annexation of Lot 2 in Section 18, T. 30 South, Range 28 East., M.D. excepting a portion of said Lot 2, was referred to the Planning Commasion for study and recommendation. B. &M., Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1964 - 5 Adoption of Ordinance No. 1513 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 northeast corner of Brundage Lane and Holtby Road. This being the time set for hearing on application of Peggy J. Voorhees to amend Title 17 of the Municipal Code to change the zoning boundaries from an R-3 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling) Zone to a C-1 (Limited Commercial) or more restrictive zone~ on that certain property in the City of Bakersfield located at the northeast corner of Brundage Lane and Holtby Road, and no protests or objections having been received, upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Ordinance No. 1513 New Series amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code by changing the land use zoning on this property' was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman~ Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Governmental Efficiency Committee and the Administrative Staff requested to study report submitted to the Council by the B~kersfield Junion Chamber of Commerce on Community Needs and report back to the Council. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, the Governmental Efficiency Committee and the Administrative Staff were requested to study the report submitted to the Council of a survey conducted and compiled by the Bakersfield Junior Chamber of Commerce on Community Needs. The G. E. C. Committee and the Administrative Staff were requested to report back to the Council witb recommendations to eliminate the inadequacies in the city as pointed out by the citizens of Bakersfield. 157 Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1964 - 6 Adjournment. There being no further business to be brought before this Council, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mossman, the Council adjourned its meeting at 8:40 P.M. MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, Calif. ATTEST: CITY a~t Ex-Officio Clerk of the the City of Bakersfield, California Council of !58 Bakersfield, California, February 10, 1964 Minutes of the regular weekly 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. February 10, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and the Invocation by the Reverend Justin D. Knorr of the Bible Baptist Church, the meeting was called to order by the Mayor who asked for a roll call. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Absent: None Minutes of the regular meeting of February 3, 1964 were approved as presented. Acceptance of low bids for Gasoline and Dlssel Fuel Requirements mr 1964-65: In accordance with recommendation of the Director of Public Works, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mossman, the following bids for the City's Gasoline and Diesel Fuel requirements for 1964-65 were accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to execute the contracts: DIESEL FUEL Regular Premium Premium Standard Oil Company Richfield Oil Company Richfield Oil Company GASOLINE regular Regular Premium Shell Oil Company Richfield Oil Company Richfield Oil Company Tank Wagon .0929 per gal. Truck & Trailer.1005 per gal. Tank Wagon .1055 per gal. Trk & Trailer Tank Wagon Tank Wagon .1730 per gal/ .1841 per gal. .2043 per gal. Acceptance of bid of H & L Supply' Company to furnish Twelve Infra-Red Gas Heaters. Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Whittemore, bid of H & L Supply Company to furnish twelve Infra-Red Gas Heaters for a lump sum of $2,280.00 was accepted, this being the only bid received. 161 Bakersfield, California, February 10, 1964 - 2 Council approves all proposed changes in functions of the Auditor-Controller's office with exception of central duplicating plan. Auditor-Controller Denny Haynes, with the aid of charts, made a presentation to the Council explaining in detail his proposals to make certain changes in the functions of the Auditor-Controller's office. After considerable discussion by members of the Council, Councilman Mossman made amotion, seconded by Councilman Stiern, that approval be given to the program as outlined, with the exception of the installation of the central duplicating office and automation, which both Councilmen felt should be explored further before a decision is made by the Council. Before voting on this motion~ a further discussion was held between members of the Council, the City Manager and the Auditor- Controller. Substitute motion was offered by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Doolin, that the Council approve the program as presented by Mr. Haynes with the exception of the central duplicating plan, which should be given further study. This motion would also permit the employment of the proposed accountant-auditor and procurement of J'icer and gave approval to automation in general. The motion carried with Councilman Mossman voting in the negative. Approval of Contract with Speer, Chavez & Ruggenberg~ certified public accountants, for audit of all books of the City for fiscal year July 1, 1963 through June 30, 1964. Councilman Mossman, chairman of the Governmental Efficiency Committee, reported that the Committee recommended the award of a contract for the audit of all books and records, including all funds, of the City for the fiscal year July 1, 1963 through June 30, 1964, to the firm of Speer, Chavez & Ruggenberg, certified public accountants, at a cost to the City of $12,500.00. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the contract for this service was approved, and the Nayor was authorized to execute same. 162 Bakersfield, California, February 10, 1964 - Page 3 Approval of Standard Street Sections of the City of Bakersfield. In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Standard Street Sections of the City of Bakersfield, as per map on file in the Department of Public Works, were approved. City Engineer and City Attorney instructed to prepare description of boundary for proposed annexation of territory located south of Brundage Lane, between Hughes Lane and Olive Street. In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission, upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz~ the City Engineer and City Attorney were instructed to prepare boundary for proposed annexation of that certain territory generally located south of Brundage Lane, between Hughes Lane and Olive Street. Approval of request of Nighbert Properties for a suburban sewer rental agreement subject to the requirements of the Department of Public Works and future annexation to the City of Bakersfield. In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Stiern, request of Nighbert Properties for a suburban sewer rental agreement, subject to the requirements of the Department of Public Works and future annexation to the City of Bakersfield, was approved. Action on request from Eller Outdoor Advertising Company for an illuminated Outdoor advertising sign for property located at the northeast corner of Chester Avenue and Second Street, deferred for one week. It was moved by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Doolin, that action on request from Eller Outdoor Advertising Company for an illuminated outdoor advertising sign for property located at the northeast corner of Chester Avenue and Second Street, which had been recommended for approval by the Planning Commission, be deferred for one week~ to permit the Council to examine the location. Substitute motion made by Councilman Mossman, that the Council approve this request md make an overall study of advertising signs in Bakersfield~ died for lack of a second. Original motion then carried unanimously. Bakersfield, California, February lO, 1964 163 Page 4 Claim for damages from Walter D. McKirgan, Van Nuys~ California, referred to the City Attorney for handling with the City's insurance adjuster. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz~ seconded by Councilman Rucker, claim for damages from Walter D. McKirgan, Van Nuys~ California, was referred to the City Attorney for handling with the City's insurance adjuster. Councilman Mossman requested that the Council be informed when final disposition of the case is made. Approval of Step Salary Advancements. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin~ seconded by Councilman Marchbanks~ the following step salary advancements were approved: Gary B. Sheetz Motor Patrolman Step E to F Louis A. Bayus Patrolman - Class 440 Step D tO E Doris P. Gilliland Account Clerk I Step C to D Ted L. Olsen Chief Electrician Step D to E Shirmey A. Colwell Motor Patrolman Step E to F Mr. Colwell's salary increase was to become effective February 1, 1964; the remaining salary increases are to become effective Proposed Modification of Jefferson Swimming Pool referred to the Recreation Committee for study and recommendation. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Stiern~ proposed modification of Je£ferson Swimming Pool was referred back to the Recreation Committee for study and recommendation. Acceptance of Sewer Line Easement from Richfield Oil Corporation. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker~ seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, sewer line easement from Richfield Oil Corporation to serve the area adjacent to 99 Freeway and White Lane~ was accep~d. Acceptance of Sewer Line Easement Deed from Henry Hassell. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks~ Easement Deed from Henry Hassell for sewer line purposes beneath and across portions of Lots 12 and 13 in Block 2 of the Alta Vista Tract~ to be used for 178 Freeway~ was accepted. March 1, 1964. 164 Bakersfield, California~ February 10, 1964 - Page 5 Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz~ Vouchers Nos. 1954 to 2027 inclusive, in amount of $428,416.22~ as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Communication from Mr. Milton Miller relating to restrictions on display of wall signs and closing of the Card Room of the Padre Hotel, referred to the City Manager. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman. Marchbanks, communication from Mr. Milton Miller, regarding violation of the Municipal Code in connection with the display of wall signs at the Padre Hotel and the closing of the Padre Card room for lack was referred to the City Manager for discussion with of a permit, Mr. Miller. Claim of Maggie Wilson for Damages referred to the City Attorney for handling with Cityis insurance adjuster. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern~ seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, claim of Maggie Wilson for damages received while boarding a Bakersfield bus, was referred to the City Attorney for handling with the City's insurance adjuster. Councilman Mossman requested that the Council be informed when final disposition of the case is made. Adjournment. There being no further business to come before the Council~ upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks~ the Council adjourned its meeting at 9:50 P.M. MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, Calif. ATTE ST: CITY C%ERK andEx-0fficio Cl~rk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1964 165 Minutes of the regular weekly 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. Monday, February 17, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Charles Gill of the Oildale Congregational Church, Mayor Winer called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Absent: None Minutes of the regular meeting of February 10, 1964 were approved as presented. Presentation of 25 year Pin to Marian S. Irvin, City Clerk. At this time Mayor Winer presented Marian S. Clerk, with a pin for completing 25 years service with Irvin, City the City of Bakersfield on February ll, 1964. The Mayor also presented the City Clerk with a cake depicting the Truxtun Avenue side of the City Hall with Colonel Baker overlooking the entrance. Reception of report from Councilman Bruce Marchbanks, Chairman of the Council Water Committee. Councilman Bruce Marchbanks, chairman of the Council Water Committee, read a written report answering the statements made by Mr. Roland Curran, Director of the Kern County Water Agency, at a meeting of the Agency held on February 13, 1964. City Manager A1 Noland, Jr. stated that he concurred, without reservation, with the statements contained in Councilman Marchbank's report. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the report was received and ordered placed on file. Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1964 - Page 2 Reception of report from Councilman Stiern relative to statements made by Mr. Roland Curran at Kern County Water Agency meeting held February 13, 1964. Councilman Stiern stated that inasmuch as was mentioned in the statements made by Mr. Roland Curran at the Kern County Water Agency Meeting of February 13, 1964, that he desired to reply and read a prepared report entitled "We Now Understand, Mr. Curran." Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, the report was received and ordered placed on file. Reception of communication from Mr. Frank Sullivan replying to written statements filed with the Kern County Water Agency by Mr. Roland Curran. The City Clerk read a communication filed by Mr. Frank Sullivan taking exception to remarks made in a written statement filed by Mr. Roland Curran, Director of the Kern County Water Agency, at a meeting of the Agency held on February 13, 1964, in which reference was made to certain statements made by Mr. Sullivan. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, the communication was received and ordered p~ced on file. Action on adoption of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield proclaiming the merger of the Bakersfield Municipal Water District into the City of Bakersfield by operation of law and declaring all its assets as belonging to the City of Bakersfield, deferred for one week. Proposed Resolution of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield proclaiming the merger of the Bakersfield Municipal Water District into the City of Bakersfield by operation of law and declaring all its assets as belonging to the City of Bakersfield, was read by the Cily Clerk. The City Attorney was asked if with Mr. Henry Mack, member of Municipal Water District, and this proposed action had been discussed the Board of Directors of the Bakersfield he stated that he had not discussed it with him recently, but felt that no difficulty would be encountered, as there was no longer any necessity of maintaining the district with the formation of the Kern County Water Agency. Upon a motion by Councilman 167 Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1964 - Page 3 Stiern, seconded by Councilman Mossman, action on the Resolution was deferred for one week to permit the Council Water Committee and the administrative staff to hold a meeting with Mr. Mack to discuss the proposed action before transferring the assets of the Water District to the City of Bakersfield. First reading considered given to an Ordinance establishing a Department of Water Resources for the City of Bakersfield, creating the office of Director of Water Resources and prescribing the duties of the Director of Water Resources. Proposed Ordinance establishing a Department of Water Resources for the City of Bakersfield, creating the office of Director of Water Resources and prescribing the duties of the Director of Water Resources, was considered given first reading at this time. Reception of Report from the City Manager of Results of a Survey on the Installation of Fire Hydrants in Subdivisions. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, report from the City Manager on results of a survey on tile installation of Fire Hydrants in Subdivisions, was received and orde;ced placed on file. It was requested that the City-County Cooperation Committee explore the possibility of working jointly with the subdividers and arrive at a common policy on subdivision requirements. Failure of motion to approve the construction of a divider wall in Jefferson Pool by the Blue Fins Swim Club. Councilman Doolin, chairman of the Council Recreation Committee, read a report of a meeting of the Committee and the administrative staff held February 17, 1964, to discuss the construction of a divider wall in Jefferson Pool, the entire borne by the Blue Fins Swim Club. It was moved seconded by Councilman Rucker, that approval be cost of which would be by Councilman Doolin:, given to the construction of the divider wall subject to the requirements of the Department of Public Works. After considerable discussion, the motion failed to carry 168 Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1964 - Page 4 by the Ayes: Noes: Absent: following vote: Councilmen Doolin, Mossman, Rucker Councilmen Balfanz, Marchbanks, Stiern and Whittemc~e None Council to make inspection of Jefferson Pool to determine if construction of t~ divider wall would reduce the use of the pool by the public. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Whirremote, action was deferred on construction of a divider wall in Jefferson Pool to permit the Council to make an inspection to determine if this construction would be hazardous to the structure of the pool or reduce the use of the pool by the public. Approval of recommendation of the Council Recreation Committee that Weill Park be retained at its present site. Councilman Doolin reported to the Council that the Council Recreation Committee recommended that Weill Park be retained at its present site, in accordance with.recommendation of the Planning Commission of October 2, 1963. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the recommendation was approved. Approval of Plans and Specifications for construction of swimming pool at Siemon Park. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, plans and specifications for the construction of a swimming pool at Siemon Park, were approved. Approval of request of Eller Outdoor Advertising Company for an illuminated outdoor advertising sign for property located at the northeast corner of Chester Avenue and Second Street. In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission, upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Stiern, request from Eller Outdoor Advertising Company for an illuminated outdoor advertising sign for property located at the northeast corner of Chester Avenue and Second Street, was approved. Councilman Doolin requested that the present ordinance covering outdoor advertising Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1964 - Page 5 169 and neon signs be reviewed, and the Planning Director stated that such a study had been in progress for approximately two months and a report would be made to the Council Upon completion of same. Approval of Step Salary Advancements. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman the following salary step advancements were Henry Grant Sanitation Crewman I (Effective January l, 1964) Melvin C. Horsley Maintenanceman II to Park Foreman (Effective February 1, 1964) approved: Step C to D Step F to Step D Approval of classification specifications for the position of Accountant-Auditor. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, classification specifications for the position of Accountant- Auditor as adopted by the Civil Service Board for Miscellaneous Departments, were approved. Adoption of Ordinance No. 1514 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, for the position of Accountant-Auditor. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Ordinance No. 1514 New Series entitled An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, for the position of Accountant-Auditor was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Approval of Claim Vouchers for certain services rendered by the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Stiern, claim vouchers in amounts of $2,250.00 and $3,750.00, to be ]70 Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1964 - Page 6 paid to the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce, for servicing the Convention Bureau Activities and for advertising and exploiting the resources of Bakersfield with regard to industry and its promotion and development, Balfanz~ was adopted by Ayes: were approved, and payment of same was authorized. Adoption of Resolution No. 6-64 regarding the expense of City officers and Supervisory employees when participating in service clubs and community organizations. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks~ seconded by Councilman Resolution No. 6-64 entitled A Resolution regarding the expense of City Officers and Supervisory Employees when participating in service clubs and community organizations the following vote: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossmah, Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote Noes: None Absent: None Acceptance of Grant Deed from Deeter Construction, Inc. for the west half of Oswell Street between Columbus Street and Pepperdine Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, Whittemore, Grant Deed from Deeter Construction, of Oswell Street between Columbus Street and Pepperdine Street, seconded by Councilman accepted. Inc. for the west half Approval of Agreement with Pacific Gas & Electric Company for riser at intersection of Wilson Road and South H Street. Doolin, intersection of Wilson Road and South H Street, was approved, Mayor was authorized to execute same. Approval of Agreement with Pacific Gas & Electric Company for riser at intersection of Ming Road and South H Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by was Upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Councilman Agreement with Pacific Gas & Electric Company for riser at and the Councilman Rucker, Agreement with the Pacific Gas & Electric Company for riser at intersection of Ming Road and South H Street, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. 171 Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1964 - Page 7 Approval of Indenture covering sewer pipeline to be installed across Southern Pacific Company Tracks. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, Indenture covering sewer pipeline to be installed across Southern Pacific Company Tracks to serve the area adjacent to 99 Freeway and White Lane, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Claim for damages from Richard M. Shields referred to the City Attorney for handling with City's insurance adjuster. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Rucker, claims for damages from Richard M. Shields fox' injuries received due to collision with Bakersfield City Bus, was referred to the City Attorney for handling with the City's insurance adjuster. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 2027 to 2078 inclusive, with exception of No. 2031, in amount of $37,815.41, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Request from Coberly-West Company to renew lease for the Municipal Farm for an additional period of five years under the same terms and conditions as provided for in said lease, referred to the City Manager. The Mayor announced that request from Coberly-West Company to renew lease for the Municipal Farm for an additional period of five years under the same terms and conditions as are provided for in said lease, had been referred to the City Manager for a report to the Council at a later date. Mayor Winer appointed to represent the City for appointment to the International Municipal Cooperation Standing Committee. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, Mayor Winer was appointed to continue to act as the city official from Bakersfield for appointment to the International Municipal 172 Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1964 - Page Cooperation Standing Committee which consists of one representative from each California City which has formally established a Sister- City program. Adjournment. There being no further business to be considered by this Council, upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore~ seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, the Council adjourned its meeting at 10:20 P.M. MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, California ATTEST: CITY CL~K ~D~x-Offocio~e~r ~ the of the City of Bakersfield, California Council Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1964 173 Minutes of the regular weekly 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. February 24, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend James Foreman of the Evangel Assembly of God, Mayor Winer called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote Absent: None Minutes of the regular meeting of February 17, 1964 were approved as presented. Acceptance of bid of Floyd Bratcher for resurfacing Jastro Park Tennis Courts. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Stiern, unit prices bid by Floyd Bratchef for resurfacing Jastro Park Tennis Courts were accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract. Permission granted Blue Fins Swim Club to construct a divider wall in Jefferson Park Pool. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, permission was granted the Blue Fins Swim Club to construct a divider wall in Jefferson Park Pool, subject to the supervision of the Department of Public Works. Adoption of Emergency Ordinance No. 1515 New Series establishing a Department of Water Resources for the City of Bakersfield, creating the office of Director of Water Resources and prescribing the duties of the Director of Water Resources. After considerable discussion between the members of the Council and the administrative staff, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Emergency Ordinance No. 1515 New Series entitled 174 Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1964 - Page 2 An Emergency Ordinance establishing a Department of Water Resources for the City of Bakersfield, creating the office of Director of Water Resources and prescribing the duties of the Director of Water Resources was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Rucker, Whittemore Noes: Councilmen Mossman, Stiern Absent: None Adoption of Resolution No. 7-64 of tile City Council of the City of Bakersfield proclaiming the merger of the Bakersfield Municipal Water District into the City of Bakersfield by operation of law and declaring all assets as belonging to the City of Bakersfield Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Resolution No. 7-64 entitled A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield proclaiming the merger of the Bakersfield Municipal Water District into the City of Bakersfield by operation of law and declaring all assets as belonging to the City of Bakersfield was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Adoption of Resolution No. 8-64 petitioning the Board of Supervisors of the County of Kern for the exclusion of all property within the corporate limits of the City of Bakersfield from the levy of taxes for structural. fire protection in said incorporated area for the fiscal year 1964-65, and authorizing the Mayor to sign said petition. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Resolution No. 8-64 entitled A Resolution petitioning the Board of Supervisors of the County of Kern for the inclusion of all property within the corporate limits of the City of Bakersfield from the levy of taxes for structural fire protection in said incorporated area for the fiscal year 1964-65, and authorizing the Mayor to sign said petition Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1964 - Page 3 175 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote Noes: None Absent: None Approval of Contract Change Order No. 1 to William Schallock for sewer reconstruction for Route 178 Freeway. Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Whittemore, Contract Change Order No. 1 to William Schallock for sewer reconstruction for 178 Freeway in amount of $1,439.00, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Approval of Master Street Lighting Plan for Tract No. 2809. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Master Street Lighting Plan for Tract No. 2809, was approved. Acceptance of terms and conditions of Consent from Pacific Gas and Electric Company to Sewer Easement in right-of-way occupied by power lines. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, terms and conditions of Consent from Pacific Gas and Electric Company to sewer easement in right-of-way occupied by said company's power lines adjacent to 99 Freeway and White Lane, were accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Encroachment Permit granted Mr. Tim Heard of 2824 Mt. Vernon Avenue. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Stiern, Encroachment Permit was granted Mr. Tim Heard to build a cement block wall, pour cement decking and build a fence on city property at 2824 Mt. Vernon Avenue on the Noble Avenue Side. Encroachment Permit granted McMahan's Development Company at 1701 - 18th Street. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Encroachment Permit was granted McMahan's Dew~lopment Company (Judds) to close up windows on "H" Street with metal decking not to exceed four inches over the property line at 1701 - 18th Street. 176 Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1.964 - Page 4 Approval of Agreements with Arvin-Edison Water Storage District and Coberly-West for canal right-of-way through Municipal Farm. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Mossman, agreement with Arvin-Edison Water Storage District for Ca~al right-of-way through the Municipal Farm, was approved. Also, Compensation Agreement with Coberly-West, lessee of the Municipal Farm, approving conditions of City's agreement with Arvin-Edison, was approved. The Mayor was authorized to execute these agreements, subject to execution of documents by Arvin-Edison Water Storage District and Coberly-West. Adoption of Resolution No. 9-64 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for pole contacts at Wilson Road and South H Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Resolution No. 9-64 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric Company for Pole Contacts at Wilson Road and South H Street, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Adoption of Resolution No. 10-64 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for Pole Contacts at Ming Road and South H Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Resolution No. 10-64 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for Pole Contacts at Ming Road and South H Street~ was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Bakersfield, California~ February 24, 1964 - Page 5 Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whirremote, seconded by Counci]Lman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 2079 to 2140 inclusive, excluding No. 2082, in amount of $197,969.47, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Reception of communication from William B. Carpenter, president of the Kern County Pre-Centennial Committee, thanking the Council for contribution. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, communication from William B. Carpenter, president of the Kern County Pre-Centennial Committee, thanking the Council for its contribution of $150.00 to the 4th Annual Celebration to be held May 23 and 24, eas received and ordered placed on file. Councilman Doolin requested that consideration be given to amount in the budget for contribution to the Committee placing this next year. Date set for hearing before the Council on appeal of George F. McCourry to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying application for a variance to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of a 24 unit apartment on that certain property located at the southeast corner of proposed McCourry Street and Planz Read. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Rucker, date of March 16, 1964 was set for hearing before the Count[ on appeal of George F. McCourry to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying application of Lee D. Towery and George F. McCourry requesting a variance of an R-2 (Two-Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of a 24 unit apartment on that certain property located at the southeast corner of proposed McCourry Street and Planz Road. 178 Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1964 - Page 6 Date set for hearing before the Council on appeal of Mrs. Carol Loumeau to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denyingher application for a Conditional Use Permit to permit the operation and maintenance of a nursery school on that certain property commonly known as 3018 Nelson Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Mossman, date of March 16, 1964 was set for hearing before the Council on appeal of Mrs. Carol Loumeau to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying her application requesting a Conditional Use Permit of an R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the operation and maintenance of a nursery school on that certain property commonly known as 3018 Nelson Street. Reception of communication from Mrs. Allison Sedgwick objecting to use of 19th Street as a bus route. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Stiern, communication from Mrs. Allison Sedgwick objecting to the routing of buses on 19th Street, was received and ordered placed on file. Adoption of Resolution No. 11-64 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, ordering the vacation of portion of alleys in Block 264, Northern Division, and Block 3, Kruse Tract, in said City. This being the time set for hearing on intention of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, to order the vacation of portion of alleys in Block 264, Northern Division, and Block 3, Kruse Tract, under Resolution of Intention No. 788, the City Clerk reported that notices of hearing had been duly posted as required by law, and no protests were received in her office. No protests or objections having been received: upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Resolution No. 11-64 entitled A Resolution of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, ordering the vacation of portion of alleys in Block 264, Northern Division, and Block 3, Kruse Tract, in said city was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Stiern and Whirremote None None Rucker, 179 Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1964 - Page 7 Acceptance of certain documents in connection with the vacation of portion of alleys in Block 264, Northern Division, and Block 3, Kruse Tract, in the City of Bakersfield. When reporting to the Council regarding the abandonment portions of alleys in Block 264, Northern Division, and Block 3, Tract, on the of Kruse the Planning Commission based its recommendation for approval following conditions: That a 30 foot alley lying between the rear line of Lots 16 and 17, Block 3, Kruse Tract and 17th Street, be improved and dedicated to the City of Bakersfield That a 20 foot easement providing access for municipal services be provided from the westerly termination of the east-west portion of alley to 18th Street prior to the abandonment In conformance with these conditions, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Doolin, the'following documents were accepted: Street right-of-way Deed from Carl Edwin Krauter and Carrie Louise Krauter for north-south alley between 17th Slreet and east-west alley north of 17th Street and between "R" and "V" Streets Letter and faithful performance bond from Ernest N. Oldham for the improvement of 30' alley in Block 3, Kruse Tract, subject to requirements of the department of Public Works Grant of Easement from Carl Edwin Krauter and Cartie Louise Krauter for ingress and egress to that certain property described as portion of Block 264 and 265, and vacated alleys therein Mayor requested to send letter of commendation to Boy Scout Headquarters for Flag Service performed on holidays for the downtown merchants. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the Mayor was requested to send a letter of commendation to Boy Scouts Headquarters for Flag Service performed by Boy Scouts for the downtown merchants on holidays. Adjournment. There being no further business to come before this Council, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Doolin:. the Council adjourned its meeting at 9:20 P.M. MA ' f Bakersfield, Calif. ATTEST: CITY CL~E~ ~'~''\ ' and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California 180 Bakersfield~ California, March 2, 1964 Minutes of the regular weekly 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. Monday, March 2, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Monroe Stevens of the Pentecostal Holiness Church, Mayor Winer called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks~ Mossman, Rucker, Whittemore Absent: Councilman Stiern Minutes of the regular meeting of February 24, ].964 were approved as presented. Invitation extended to the Mayor and Members of the Council to attend recognition program at Potomac Elementary School on March 5~ 1964. Councilman Rucker read an invitation to the Mayer and members of the Council and the public~ to attend recognition program at Potomac Elementary School to be held at 7:30 P.M. on March 5, 1964, at which time the Potomac School student body and faculty will receive the Freedoms Foundation Pilgrimage Award. City Manager announces the selection of the City of Bakersfield and his office to act as hosts to foreign observers from South Vietnam. City Manager Noland announced that the State Department has selected the City of Bakersfield and his office as being suitable for two officials from the government modern methods of city management community. He advised that these of South Vietnam to observe the and the functioning of the general gentlemen will spend approximately ten days in the community beginning March 9, 1964. Council to hold adjourned meeting on Wednesday, March 5, 1964, at 7:30 P.M. City Manager Noland presented a request for a transfer of funds in amount of $10,000.00 in order to establish a budget necessary to operate the Department of Water Resources for the remainder of the current fiscal year. He also read a report informing the Council of Bakersfield, California, March 2, 1964 - Page 2 181 certain basic reasons requiring the City's participation in water matters. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker and carried, that the Council hold an adjourned meeting on Wednesday, March 5, 1964, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, for the purpose of taking action on the proposed budget for the Department of Water Resources and on the Feasibility Report submitted to the Council by Stone and Youngberg, municipal financing consultants. Approval of recommendation of City Manager to absorb collection of wet garbage into the City's regular operation upon expiration of existing contract. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, recommendation of the City Manager to absorb collection of wet garbage into the City's regular operation at termination of existing contract on April l, 1964, was approved. Approval of salary step advancements effective March 1, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman the following salary step advancements were approved, effective Helen M. Bolen Secretary Step D to E Leander E. Nicola Maintenanceman I Step D to E Approval of classification specifications for the position of Procurement Officer. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, classification specifications for the position of Procurement Officer, as adopted by the Civil Service Board for Miscellaneous Departments, were approved. Approval of classification specifications for the position of Buyer Trainee. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, classification specifications for the position of Buyer Trainee were approved. Rucker, March 1, 1964: 182 Bakersfield, California, March 2, ].964 - Page 3 First reading given to Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code by. adding the classification of Buyer Trainee and Procurement Officer. First reading was considered given to an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code by adding the classifications of Buyer Trainee and Procurement Officer. Adoption of Resolution No. 12-64. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Resolution No. 12-64 entitled: A Resolution of /he City Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring its intention to grant the Gas Franchise applied for by the Southern California Gas Company, pursuant to the Charter of the City of Bakersfield and upon the terms and conditions of Division 3, Chapter 2 of the Public Utilities Code of the State of California, known as the Franchise Act of 1937 and setting March 23, 1964 for hearing on the matter before the Council, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks~ Mossman, Rucker, and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: Councilman Stiern Adoption of Resolution No. 13-64. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Resolution No. 13-64 entitled A Resolution to the State Water Rights Board requesting that the City of Bakersfield be given a partial assignment of the application of the State of California of Unappropriated Water in the Kern River as contained in Application No. 5642 now pending before the State Water Rights Board was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, and Whirremote Noes: None Absent: Councilman Stiern Bakersf±eld, California, March 2, 1964 - Page 4 Adoption of Resolution No. 14-64. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, Resolution No. 14-64 entitled A Resolution to the California State Water Rights Board advising them of the termination of the Bakersfield Municipal Water District and the Resolution transferring the assets and powers of. the Bakersfield Municipal Water District to the Department of Water Resources of the City of Bakersfield was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: Councilman Stiern First reading given to An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 5.16.010 and 5.16.020 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield regarding the sale of Bicycles First reading was considered given to an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 5.16.010 and 5.16.020 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield regarding the sale of Bicycles. Adoption of Resolution No. 15-64. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Resolution No. 15-64 entitled A Resolution of the Council of the City of Bakersfield modifying Freeway Agreement covering State Highway Route 57 between M Street and East City Limits was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: Councilman Stiern 184 Bakersfield, California, March 2, 1964 - Page 5 Adoption of Minute Order approving revision of wording in Cooperative Drainage Agreement No. 4-64 with Division of Highways and County of Kern to construct drainage facilities as part of 178 Freeway. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Minute Order approving revision of the wording of Section 20 of Cooperative Drainage Agreement No. 4-64 with the Division of Highways and the County of Kern to construct drainage facilities as part of 178 Freeway, was adopted. The words "East Side Canal System" are to be substituted for "Integrated Drainage Facilities." First reading considered given to an Ordinance amending Section 11.04.770 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, pertaining to the Speed Limit on South "H" Street. First reading was considered given to an Ordinance amending Section 11.04.770 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, pertaining to the Speed Limit on South "H" Street. First reading considered given to an Ordinance amending Section 11.04.650 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield establishing Truck Routes in said City. First reading was considered given to an Ordinance amending Section 11.04.650 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield establishing Truck Routes in said City. Petition from owners of Oak Street Market requesting the closing of Sunset Avenue between 99 Freeway to Oak Street, referred to the Planning Commission. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Mossman, petition from owners of Oak Street Market requesting the closing of Sunset Avenue between 99 Freeway to Oak Street, was referred to the Planning Commission for study and recommendation. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whitemore, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 2141 to 2208 inclusive, in amount of $156,683.18, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Bakersfield, California, March 2, 1964 - Page 6 187 Reception of communication from California State Chamber of Commerce re Conference in Fresno on Friday, April 3, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, communication from the California State Chamber of Commerce inviting members of the Council to participate in conference giving attention to the industrial and general economic future of the San Joaquin Valley, to be held at the new Del Webb Hotel in Fresno, on Friday, April 3, 1964, was received and ordered placed on file. Reception of communication from W. D. Warren opposing a program of water fluoridation in the City of Bakersfield. Upon a motion by CounciIman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, communication from W. D. Warren, 1215 Owens Street, requesting the Council to consider the initiation of some type of legislation that would make it impossible for the City of Bakersfield to have a program of water fluoridation forced upon the citizens, was received and ordered placed on file, to be read at a later date. Balfanz, on appeal denying her application for a variance of an R-3 Request of Kern Philharmonic Society for grant to assist in the presentation of Sunday concerts for the children of Bakersfield and Kern County, to be held for consideration at next budget hearing. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, request of Kern Philharmonic Society that the Council make a grant to assist the Society in the presentation of Sunday concerts for the children of Bakersfield and Kern County, was received and ordered held for consideration at next budget hearings. Date set for hearing before the Council on appeal of Geneva Fanning to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying her application for a variance to permit the operation of a beauty shop at 1031 Chester Avenue. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilwoman date of March 23, 1964, was set for hearing before the Council of Geneva Fanning to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment (Limited Multiple 188 Bakersfield, California, March 2, 1964 - Pge 7 Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of a beauty shop attached to an existing garage at 1031 Chester Avenue. Adjournment until Wednesday, March 1964, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Doolin, the Council adjourned its meeting until Wednesday, March 5, 1964, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. MAYOR City of Bakersfield, California ATTE ST: CITY CL~RK and ~x-O[~io Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California Bakersfield, California, March 4, 1964 Minutes of an adjounred meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall at 7:30 P. M. Wednesday, March 4, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Councilman Richard Stiern, Mayor Winer called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore Absent: None The Mayor announced that this meeting was being held for the sole purpose of acting upon the Feasibility Report submitted by Stone and Youngberg, municipal financing consultants, and on request for budget transfer to operate the Department of Water ~sources for the remainder of the current fiscal year. As the representatives of the firm of Stone and Youngberg had not yet arrived, the Council took up the request for budget transfer first on the agenda. Approval of transfer of funds to establish a budget necessary to operate the Department of Water Resources for the remainder of the current fiscal year 1963-64. After discussion between members of the Council and the administrative staff, if was moved by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, that the Auditor-Controller be authorized to transfer $10,000.00 from the City Council's Unapplied Appropriations Account to the various accounts required to establish a budgel necessary fo operate the Department of Water Resources for the remainder of the current fiscal year 1963-64. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Rucker, Whirremote Noes: Councilmen Mossman, Stiern Absent: None 190 Bakersfield~ California, March 4, 1964 - Page 2 Reception of Preliminary Draft of Feasibility Study for possible municipal ownership of the water system, as submitted by Stone and Youngberg~ municipal financing consultants. City Manager Noland introduced the representatiw~s of Stone and Youngberg who had arrived to review the Feasibility Report which was authorized by the Council on March 18, 1963. Mr. Noland stated that a clarification of the report would be made by Mr. Don Davis~ general partner in the firm. Mr. Davis stated that this was a preliminary draft of a feasibility study of the possibility of acquiring the water system now serving the City of Bakersfield. He told the Council that as the report was quite ]~ngthy, he would touch only on the most important aspects. He stated that the firm's approach to this matter in attempting to arrive at a reasonable valuation of the system was not on a basis of reproduction price but rather on a basis of earnings and earnings potential. Mr. Davis then proceeded to go through the report answering questions from various members of the Council. After over an hour's question and answer period and discussion between the members of the Council and the administrative staff, upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore~ seconded by Councilman Balfanz, the Preliminary Report was ordered received and placed on file in its present form. It was brought out that this report covers only a study of the California Water Service Company system, but that a final draft will be prepared which will include findings, analyses and conclusions of the financing consultants regarding the operation of the Crest Water Company and the Garden Water Company. Adjournment. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks~ seconded by Councilman Whittemore, the Council adjourned at 9:07 P.M. MAYOR of the City o~B~kersfield, Calif. ATTEST: CITY C and lerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield~ California Bakersfield, California, March 9, 1964 Minutes of the regular weekly meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, Cali£ornia~ held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall at eight o'clock P. M., Monday~ March 9, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Councilman Dick Mossman~ the Mayor called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin~ Mossman Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote ' Absent: Councilman Marchbanks Minutes of the regular meeting of March 2, 1964 and the adjourned meeting of March 4s 1964 were approved as submitted. Mayor Winer introduced Mr. Ton That Chouc and Mr. Le Duy Duc~ two visitors representing the Vietnamese Civil Service, who have been selected by the State Department to observe the modern methods of city management and the functioning o£ Bakersfield in general. The City Manager's office is acting as host to these two gentlemen for approximately ten days beginning March 9th. Mr. Le Duy Duc thanked the Mayor and the Council for the opportunity to attend and observe the Council meeting and for the warm reception they have received in Bakersfield. Adoption of Ordinance No. 1516 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Whirremote, Ordinance No. 1516 New Series entitled An Ordinance of the Councilof the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code by adding the classifications of Buyer Trainee and Procurement Officer was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin~ Mossman, Rucker~ Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: Councilman Marchbanks '19.o Bakersfield, California, March 9, 1964 - Page 2 Balfanz, Adoption of Ordinance No. 1517 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilwoman Ordinance No. 1517 New Series entitled An Ordinance of the Council of fhe City of Bakersfield amending Sections 5.16.010 and 5.16.020 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield regarding the sale of Bicycles was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Mossman, Whittemore Rucker, Stiern and Noes: None Absent: Councilman Marchbanks Adoption of Ordinance No. 1518 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, Ordinance No. 1518 New Series entitled An Ordinance amending Section 11.04.770 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield pertaining to the Speed Limit on South "H" Street was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Mossman, Whittemore Rucker, Stiern and Noes: None Absent: Councilman Marchbanks Proposed Ordinance amending Sectio:n 11.04.650 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield establishing Truck Routes in said City, referred back to the Traffic Authority for further study. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Stiern, proposed ordinance amending Section 11.04.650 of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, establishing truck routes in said City was referred back to the Traffic Authority for further study. Councilmen Doolin, Stiern and Whittemore were not in favor of establishing a truck route on "H" Street south of California Avenue, as this street is mainly residential in nature and there are several schools in the area. t93 Bakersfield~ California, March 9~ 1964 - Page 3 City Manager and/or Director of Public Works requested to urge the Division of Highways to complete the widening of Brundage Lane. Due to the fact that it is working a very definite hardship on the business people along Brundage Lane and many complaints have been received by both the Mayor and the members of the Council~ upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker~ the City Manager and/or the Director of Public Works were directed to urge Mr. W. L. Welch~ Division Engineer of the Division of Highways, to request the contractor to complete the widening and improvement of Brundage Lane at an early date. City Attorney requested to report to the Council relative to litigation pending for acquisition of property for widening of "H" Street. Councilman Doolin told the Council that he does not think the City has dealt fairly with those residents on "H" Street who accepted the amount offered to them by the City's agent for purchase of right of way for the widening of "H" Street. He stated that he believes Council should consider reimbursing those property owners who received a small amount than their neighbors who requested court decisions on the purchase price of their property. Both Councilmen Doolin and Stiern believe that a public hearing on the matter should be held to make an adjustment of the purchase price lo the satisfaction of the propa~cy owners. After discussion, the City Aitorney was requested to make a report to the Council on whether all cases for the acquisition of property for the widening of "H" Street have been settled. Approval of Classification Specifications for the position of Director of Water Resources, as adopted by the Civil Service Board for Miscellaneous Departments. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker~ seconded by Councilman Doolin~ classification specifications for the position of Director of Water Resources, as adopted by the Civil Service Board for Miscellaneous Departments, were approved. Councilmen Mossman and Stiern voted in the negative on this motion. 1.94 Bakersfield, California~ March 9, 1964 - Page 4 First reading considered given to an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.].10 (a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code by adding the classification ef Director of Water Resources. At this time first reading was considered given to an ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code by adding the Classification of Director of Water Resources. Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed from Pearson Henderson et al. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Stiern, Street right of way Deed from Pearson Henderson et al was accepted. Mr. Henderson offered to dedicate this street right of way on the condition that the City make all the improvements adjacent to his property on the Auburn Street Extension between Columbus and Oswell Streets, including curbs~ gutters and paving, but excluding sidewalks. The Council also requested the Planning Commission to institute proceedings to abandon those portions of Section 15 which will not be necessary for the street right of way. Approval of Change Order No. 2 to William Schallock for construction of Sanitary Sewer in Section 18~ T. 30 S.~ R. 28 E.~ and Section 13~ T. 30 S., R. 27 E. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, Change Order No. 2 to William Schallock for the construction of Sanitary Sewer in Section 18~ T. 30 S., R. 28 E.~ and Section 13~ T. 30 S., R. 27 E., was approved as follows and authorization was granted to transfer the necessary funds: Extend sewer line along Hughes Lane between S.P.R.R. Tracks and White Lane Change in total bid price resulting from this Change Order $13,350.00 Additional amount needed $ 2,726.00 approximately Bakersfield, California, March 9, 1964 - Page 5 Date fixed for hearing before the Council to consider changing street names and house numbers in the College Heights area. In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission, upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, date of March 30, 1964 was fixed for hearing before the Council to consider changing street names and house numbers in the College Heights area as follows: Change Oswell Street, north of the termination of Columbus S~reet, to Columbus Street and renumber accordingly 2. Change Pepperdine Street to Oswell Street from Columbus Street to Redlands Street Extend Auburn Street southeasterly to the intersection of Oswell and Columbus Street, thence easterly along the alignment of Columbus Street City Attorney instructed to prepare necessary procedures for abandonment of Sunset Avenue between U.S. 99 Freeway and Oak Street. In accordance with recommendation of the Planning Commission, upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Mossman, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare necessary procedures for the abandonment of Sunset Avenue between U. S. 99 Freeway and Oak Street, subject to all necessary utility easements and the construction of a cul-de-sac and curbs, gutters and sidewalks to City specifications. It was moved by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Stiern, and carried, that date of April 6, 1964 be fixed for hearing on the matter before the Council. Approval of request of Martha R. Lunsford et al to withdraw request for a zone change of that certain property located northwesterly of the intersection of Espee and Panama Streets in Lot 5, Block 16, Homaker Park. After holding a public hearing on request of Martha Lunsford et al to amend the zoning boundaries from R-3 (Limited Multipel Family Dwelling) Zone to an M-1 (Light Manufacturing) Zone, of that certain property in the City of Bakersfield located northwesterly of the 196 Bakersfield, California, March 9, 1964 - Page 6 the intersection of Espee and Panama Streets in Lot 5, Block 16, Homaker Park, the Planning Commission recommended to the Council that the request be denied. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, request of Martha Lunsford to withdraw the application for the zone change was approved. Date fixed for hearing before the Council on recommendation of the Planning Commission to amend the text of the Zoning Ordinance, Title 17. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Rucker, date of March 30, 1964, was fixed for hearing before the Council on recommendation of the Planning Commission to amend the text of the Zoning Ordinance, Title 17, Chapter 17.44 Sections 17.44.020 and 17.44.030 (D Overlay) of the City of Bakersfield. Claim from Stanley G. Allen for damages to his motorcycle referred to theCity Attorney for handling with the City's insurance adjuster. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, claim from Stanley G. Allen for damages to his motorcycle incurred in the westbound lane of Espee Street approximately in front of Hopper Machine Works, was referred to the City Attorney for handling with the City's insurance adjuster. Councilman Mossman requested that the Council be notified of the outcome of the claim. Action deferred for thirty days on application from Southern Pacific Company to construct spur track across "K" Street. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman. Rucker, action was deferred for thirty days on application from Southern Pacific Company to construct spur track across an unpaved portion of "K" Street in the City of Bakersfield to serve the McCarthy Tank & Steel Company at their plant site on 32nd Street immediately east of "K" Street. 197 Bakersfield, California, March 9, 1964 - Page 7 Date fixed for hearing before the Council on appeal of Mrs. Elma M. Hilllard to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying her application for a variance of that certain property commonly known as 3101 3105 19th Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Rucker, date of March 30, 1964 was fixed for hearing before the Council on appeal of Mrs. Elma M. Hilliard to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying application by Harold C. Stellmacher requesting a variance of an R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of an 8-unit apartment building on that certain property commonly known as 3101-3105 Nineteenth Street. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 2209 to 2211 inclusive, and Nos. 6 to 73 inclusive, in amount of $254,153.24, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Request from American Municipal Association for contribution for support of the Inter-American Municipal Organization ordered held for consideration at budget hearings. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, request from American Municipal Association for contribution for support of the Inter-American Municipal Organization was ordered to be held for consideration at budget hearings. Reception of communication from KERO-TV Channel 23 praising the efforts of Councilmen Richard Stiern and Bruce Marchbanks for their presentation of their respective viewpoints on the water situation in Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, communication from KERO-TV Channel 23 praising the efforts of Councilmen Stiern and Marchbanks for their presentation of their respective viewpoints on the water situation in Bakersfield on the program "Press Conference" was received and ordered placed on file. 198 Bakersfield, California, March 9, 1964 - Page 8 Communication from Kern, Inyo and Mono Counties of California Building and Construction Trades Council requesting increase in size and quality of the City Building Department, referred to the City Manager for study and report back to the Council. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Doolin, communication from Kern, Inyo and Mono Counties of California Building and Construction Trades Council requesting an increase in the size and quality of the City Building Department and a thorough enforcement of the Building Code by the Building InspeO~ors, was referred to the City Manager for study and report back to the Council. Adjournment. There being no further business to come before the Council, upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the Council adjourned its meeting at 9:05 P.M. Ca]_ i f. ATTE ST: of the City of Bakersfield, California Council Bakersfield, California, March 16, 1964 199 Present: Absent: 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. Monday, March 16, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Peter McKnight of the First Presbyterian Church, the Mayor called the meeting to order and asked for a Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote None Minutes of the regular meeting as submitted. roll call. Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, of March 9, 1964 were approved Acceptance of bid of Riel & Terry for construction of a Swimming Pool and Equipment-Toilet Building in Siemon Park. Mr. L. H. Neudeck, low bidder for the construction of a swimming pool and equipment-toilet building in Siemon Park, submitted a request to the Council to withdraw his bid because of an error in computation. Upon a motion by Marchbanks, seconded by Doolin, permission was granted to withdraw the bid, and bid of Riel & Terry offering to the work for a total sum of $53,586.00 was accepted, other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract. Report from Director of Public Works on completion date for widening of Brundage Lane. Councilman Doolin asked the Director of Public Works to give him some idea when the widening and improving of Brundage Lane would be completed. Mr. Bergen stated that he had talked to the resident engineer on the project and was told that they have approximately three to four weeks of work remaining to be done, but in order to start this, they need about two weeks of dry weather. As soon as they get the dry weather, the job will be completely finished in three or four weeks. .2OO Bakersfield, California, March 16, 1964 -Page 2 Administrative staff requested to report on City's acquisition of property for the widening of "H" Street. Councilman Doolin again requested a report on the City's handling of the right-of-way acquisition for the widening of "H" Street. After discussion, upon a motion by Councilman Mossman~ seconded by Councilman Stiern, the administrative staff was requested to make a report including the chronological order in which events took place for the acquisition of the property and finish up with the course of action open to the Council in this matter. Adoption of Ordinance No. 1519 New Series. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, Ordinance No. 1519 New Series entitled An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee Classification) of the Municipal Code by adding the classification of Director of Water Resources was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Rucker, Whittemore Noes: Councilmen Mossman, Stiern Absent: None Approval of salary step advancement for position of Planner I, Effective February 1, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Mossman, salary step advancement for Robert L. Boaqnan, Planner I, from Step D to E, was approved. Approval of reclassification and salary change for Max L. White from Motor Coach Operator to General Superintendent of the Municipal Transit System. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, reclassification for Max L. White from Motor Coach Operator to General Superintendent of the Municipal Transit System with salary change from Schedule 22, Step F to Schedule 32, Step F, was approved. The Council also approved a request for a leave of ab- sence from Civil Service jurisdiction for a period of six months. 201 Bakersfield, California, March 16, 1964 - Page 3 Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed from John Deeter. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Mossman~ Street right of way Deed from John Deeter for a portion of Lot 53, Tract 2815, was accepted. Approval of Utilities Agreement with the State Division of Highways for relocation of Fire Alarm Facilities. Upon a motion by ~.ouncllwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Utilities Agreement with the Division of Highways for the relocation of fire alarm facilities to accommodate the proposed highway construction on 24th Street between Oak Street and "M" Street, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 74 to 122 inclusive, in amount of $21,535.03, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Permission granted Women's Division of the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce to install an iron Japanese Garden Lantern on the west lawn of the Civic Auditorium. A communication from the Women's Division o:f the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce requesting approval of the Council to install an iron Japanese Ga'rden lantern on the west lawn of the Civic Auditorium was read, and upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the communication was received and ordered placed on file, and permission was granted for the installation. Reception of invitation from chairman of People to People Committee to attend greeting to delegation from Wakayama, Japan. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Rucker, a communication from Richard O. Tigner, chairman of People to People Committee, inviting the Council to attend the greeting to be extended to a delegation of forty guests from Wakayama, Japan, on Wednesday morning, April 15, 1964, was received and ordered placed on file. 202 Bakersfield, California, March 16, 1964 - Page Acceptance of resignation of Irving Ducoff as Civic Auditorium Manager. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Mossman, resignation of Mr. Irving Ducoff as Civic Auditorium Manager was accepted with regret. Mr. Ducoff stated that his new assignment is scheduled to commence on April 15, but that he will assist the city in any manner and until such time as s suitable replacement is found. City Manager authorized to recruit immediately to fill position of Civic Auditorium Manager. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, the City Manager was authorized to recruit immediately to fill the position of Civic Auditorium Manager. Reception of communication from Walter Kaufman declaring the prohibiting of unaccompanied juveniles from picketing as being unconstitutional. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilman Stiern, communication from Walter Kaufman, attorney at law, declaring the action of Chief of Police Grayson in prohibiting unaccompanied juveniles from picketing to be in violation of the First and Fourteenth Amendments of the Constitution, was received and ordered placed on file. After his communication was read, Mr. Kaufman again told the Council he believed the order of the Chief of Police to be unconstitutional and requested permission to file petitions bearing more than 350 signatures opposing such order. He also filed a letter from Attorney James Vizzard who, after commenting on the order of the Chief, stated that he feels the Council should investigate the entire find and ask the City Attorney to work out and formulate an ordinance. which will notify each and every person of the extent of his rights and as to any limitations upon them. Many interested persons in the over-flow audience were permitted to speak both opposing the action of the Chief and in favor of prohibiting juveniles from picketing, particularly where there is a possibility that they could become involved in violence. After 203 Bakersfield, California, March 16, 1964 - Page 5 listening to comments by the Council, the administrative staff and the audience for a considerable length of time, the Mayor delcared the discussion closed and no official action was taken by the Council. Reception of communication from Mr. Henry C. Mack re Resolution dissolving the Bakersfield Municipal Water District. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, communication from Mr. Henry C. Mack advising that the Directors of the Bakersfield Municipal Water District have no intention of following resolution of the City Council relative to dissolving tlhe District and disposing of its assets unless they have an order which has become final of some court having jurisdiction of the matter, was received and ordered placed on file. Date set for hearing before the Council on appeal of Jack Busby to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment granting application of Edna M. Hill requesting a variance to permit the construction of an office building on that certain property commonly known as 1102 Eye Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, date of April 6, 1964 was set for hearing before the Council on appeal of Jack Busby to decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment granting application of Edna M. Hill requesting a variance of an R-3 Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of an office building on that certain property commonly known as 1102 Eye Street. Request from Arthur H. Van Wyk for annexation of certain real property on Chester Lane, referred to the Planning Commission. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Stiern, request from Arthur H. Van Wyk for annexation to the City of Bakersfield of certain real property located on Chester Lane, was referred to the Planning Commission for study and recommendation. Reception of communication from R. W. Webber, manager of Blue Haven Pools, commending the City Building Department. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, Stiern, communication seconded by Councilman from Mr. R. W. Webber, Manager of the Blue Have]/ 204 Bakersfield, California, March 16, 1964 - Page 6 Pools of Bakersfield, commending the Building Inspection Department, was received and ordered placed on file. City Manager Noland informed the Council that he expected to be able to report on the accusations made against the Building Department at next week's meeting. Reception of communication from California State Chamber of Commerce re conference to be held in Fresno on Friday, April 3, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded hy Councilman Doolin, communication from California State Chamber of Commerce reminding the Council of the State Chamber Conference to be held in Fresno on Friday, April 3, 1964, was received and ordered placed on file. Adoption of Resolution No. 16-64 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring that no protests were made to the annexation of territory designated as Pacheco No. 4, 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 Pacheco No. 4, proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield, the City Clerk reported that the hearing was duly advertised and no written protests had been received in her office. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Resolution No. 16-64 entitled A Resolution of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring that no protests were made to the annexation of territory designated as Pacheco No. 4 proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, and Whittemore None None Adoption of Ordinance No. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern 1520 New Series. seconded by Councilman 2O5 BaM~rsfield, California, March 16, 1964 - Page 7 Mossman, Ordinance No. 1520 New Series entitled An Ordinance approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited territory to the City of Bakersfield, California, designated as Pacheco No. 4, and providing for the taxation of said territory to pay the bonded indebtedness of said City was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Adoption of Resolution No. 17-64. This being the time set for hearing objections to the inclusion of that certain territory designated as Pacheco No. 4 within the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade District, and no protests or objections having been received, upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Resolution No. 17-64 entitled A Resolution annexing certain territory designated as Pacheco No. 4 to the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade District was adopted by the following vote: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore None None Ayes: Noes: Absnet: Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 176 denying Conditional Use Permit to permit the operation and maintenance of a nursery school on that certain property commonly known as 3018 Nelson Street. This was the time set for hearing on appeal of Mrs. Carol Loumeau to the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying her application for a Conditional Use Permit affecting thatproperty zoi~d R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the operatiQn and mainl;enance of a nursery school for pre-school children on that certain propert;y in the City of Bakersfield commonly known as 3018 Nelson Str~, all 206 Bakersfield~ California, March 16, i[964 - Page 8 interested persons present were given the opportunity to be heard. Letters and petitions signed by 92 persons opposing the granting of the Conditional Use Permit and letters and petitions signed by 79 persons favoring the granting of the Permit were read and filed. Mrs. Loumeau read the results of a survey she had made regarding the impact of day care homes in other neighborhoods. Inasmuch as practically every resident within the 300 foot radius was opposed to the granting of the permit, after discussion, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz:. the Council upheld the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment and adopted Zoning Resolution No. 176 denying the Conditional Use Permit by the following vote: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Stiern and Whirremote None None Ayes: Noes: Absent: Ruc ke r, Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 177 denying variance of the Land Use Zoning Ordinance of the City of Bakersfield affecting that certain property as hereinafter described and zoned as an R-2 (Two-Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of a 24-unit apartment on that certain property located at the southeast corner of proposed McCourry Street and Planz Road, City of Bakersfield. This being the time set for hearing on appeal of George F. McCourry to the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying application of George F. McCourry and Lee F. Towery requesting a variance of zoning from an R-2 (Two-Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of a 24-unit apartment on that certain property in the City of Bakersfield located on the southeast corner of proposed McCourry Street and Planz Road~ all interested persons present were given an opportunity to be heard. 207 Bakersfield, California, March 16, 1964 - Page 9 A petition signed by 23 persons in the area opposing the granting of the variance and one signed by 44 residents of the Greenfield School District and assessment district for improvements of the bridge and street now being constructed favoring the variance, ~re received and filed. After considerable discussion, upon a motion by Counc~man Whirremote, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment was upheld, and Zoning Resolution No. 177 denying the variance was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Request from President Kennedy Memorial Committee to create a memorial to the late president, referred to the Planning Director. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, request from the President Kennedy Memorial Committee to create a memorial to the late president in this community, was referred to the Planning Director to work with the County Planning Department and the other organizations participating in this endeavor. Director of Public Works requested to report on the installation of traffic control signals at theintersection of South Chester and Casa Loma Drive. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilman Doolin, the Director of Public Works was directed to report on the feasibility of entering into a joint venture with the County of Kern to install traffic control signals at the intersection of South Chester and Casa Loma Drive, and if there are not sufficient funds remaining ssary in this year's budget, to place the nece/~ in next year's budget for this project. 2O8 Bakersfield, California, March 16, 1964 - Page l0 Adjournment. There being no further business to come before this Council, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Doolin, the Council adjourned its meeting at 11:40 P.M. MAYOR o~ the City of Bakersfield, Cal. ATTEST: · CLE~ '~-~ ~ C~ of the CITY ~x-Officio Council of the City of Bakersfield~ California Bakersfield, California, March 23, 1964 209 Minutes of a regular weekly 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. Monday, March 23, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Dr. J. Wesley Farr, of the First Methodist Church, Vice-President Marchbanks called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore Absent: Mayor Winer Due to the absence of Ma~or winer., Vice-President Marchbanks acted as presiding officer. Minutes of the regular meeting of March 16, 1964 were approved as presented. Action deferred for one week on bids for Road Oil and Emulsion. In accordance with the request of Director of Public Works Bergen, action on the bids for Road Oil and Emulsion was deferred for one week. Councilman Stiern appointed to represent the City of Bakersfield on Association of Kern County Cities Committee. Councilman Stiern read a report on a meeting of the Association of Kern County Cities which was held on March 19, 1964, at which time the formation of a committee to draw up the Association's bylaws and serve as an informal board of directors until the association is formalized and its officers elected, was authorized. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, Councilman Stiern was appointed to represent the City of Bakersfield as a member of this Committee. Reception report of meeting of the Association of Kern County Cities Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Council- man Rucker, report of the meeting of the Association of Kern County Cities was received and ordered placed on file. 210 Bakersfield, California, March 23, 1964 -- Page 2 Reception of Communications from Bakers- field and Kern County Builders Exchange, Inc. and O. B. Williams, Contractor. At this time, City Manager Noland, in an oral report to the Council, commented on statements contained in conm~unication from the Kern, Inyo and Mono Counties of California Building and Con-. struction Trades Council, relative to the Building Department and its activities. He stated that having been instructed by the Council to meet with members of the Building Trades Council, this past week such. a meeting was held. Although there was a great deal o£ discussion re- garding instances of discriminatory inspection and a noticeable lack of issuance of building permits, there were few, if any violations cited, which were within the City but within the unincorporated areas. The City Manager asked for information on specific violations, times and places, so that the Building Department could go out and track down the cases and find out if they were true. He stated that he had. been assured by the Building Trades Council that they will file with his office a report of all incidents, and inasmuch as he has not at this point received report, anything that he can say at this meeting will be inconclusive to that extent. He stated that the matter of the Bakers£ield Inn was dis- cussed and that the Council should know that the Building Department is and was in complete control of that situation at all times. The City Manager stated that the salary schedule of the Building Inspectors was reviewed with the members of the Building Trades Council, and he believes that they did know and agreed with him that in comparison with other cities of the same size, Bakersfield is paying above average salaries for Building Inspectors. After the City Manager concluded his report, representatives of the Building Trades Council addressed the Council in defense of the position taken by their organization. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Mossman, communications from the Bakersfield and Kern County Builders Bakersfield, California, March 23, 1964 - Page 3 21.1 Exchange, Inc. and O. B. Williams, Contractor, both supporting the Bakersfield Building Department, were received and placed on file. No further action was taken by the Council at this time. Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 789 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, declaring its intention to order the vacation of a portion of Sunset Avenue, City of Bakersfield, California. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Council- man Whittemore, Resolution of Intention No. 789 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, declaring its intentions to order the vacation of a portion of Sunset Avenue, City of Bakersfield, and setting April 13, 1964, for hearing on the matter before the Council, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern, Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Action on agreement for leasing data processing equipment deferred. In accordance with request of Auditor-Controller Haynes agreement for leasing data processing equipment was deferred. Reception of City Clerk's certificate of sufficiency of nominating petitions filed by candidates for the office of Mayor to be voted upon at June 2, 1964, primary election. Upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Council- woman Balfanz, the City Clerk's certificate of sufficiency of nominating petitions filed by six candidates for the office of Mayor, to be voted upon at the June 2,1964 primary election, was received and ordered placed on file. Request form John W. Shipman for abandon- ment of dedication of vehicular access to Lot 1, Tract 2520, referred to the City Attorney to prepare the necessary proceedings. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Council-. man Mossman, request from John W. Shipman for abandonment of dedication 212 Bakersfield, California, March 23~ 1964 - Page 4 of vehicular access to Lot 1, Tract 2520, was referred to the City Attorney to prepare the necessary proceedings for abandonment. Claims for personal injuries and property damage from Carolyn J. Slayden~ et al~ referred to the City Attorney for handling. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilwom:~n Balfanz, claims for personal injuries and property damage filed by Carolyn J. Slayden et al, were referred to the City Attorney for handling with the City's insurance carrier. Approval of Utilities Agreement with State Division of Highways for relo- cation of fire alarm facilities to accomodate state freeway construction between "M" Street and 0.1 mile west of Oswell Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Utilities Agreement with the State Division of Highways for relocation of Fire alarm facilities to accomodate the State's freeway construction between "M" Street and 0.1 mile west of ()swell Street, was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Approval of Plans and Specifications for construction of Storm Drain in Palm Street. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Council- woman Balfanz~ Plans and Specifications for construction of Storm Drain in Palm Street were approved. Action on Drainage Snmp Agreement with the County of Kern deferred for one week. In accordance with request of the Director of Public Works, action on Drainage Sump Agreement with the County of Kern was de£erred for one week. Matter of proposed ordinance for increasing salary of Civic Audi- torium Manager referred to the Governmental Efficiency Committee for study and recommendation. At this time, proposed ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 3.68.110 (a) (Employee, Classification) of the Municipal Code of the City of Bakersfield, a change of salary Bakersfield, California, March 23, 1964 - Page 5 213 of the Civic Auditorium Manager from Range 37 to Range 39, to become. effective April 1, 1964, was discussed. Councilman Mossman stated that he wanted the record to show that he objects to the ordinance because it was not first referred to the Governmental Efficiency Committee. After discussion, upon the motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, the matter was referred to the Governmental Efficiency Committee for study and recommendation by the following called vote: Ayes: Councilmen Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Stiern, Whittemore Noes: Councilmen Balfanz, Rucker Absent: None Allowance of Claims Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Council[- woman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 123 to 180 inclusive, excluding No. 146, in amount of $42,096.67 as audited by the Finance Approval Committee were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Reception of communication from Mr. Dean A. Gay expressing approval of order of Chief 6rayson prohibiting juvenile picketing. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, communication from Mr. Dean A. Gay expressing approval of the action of Chief Grayson in prohibiting picketing by juveniles and stating that he would like to see the City Council back the order handed down by the Chief of Police, was received and ordered placed on file. Reception of invitation from Kern County Library Associ~ies to join in the celebration of National Library Week. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Doolin, invitation from Kern County Library Associates to join in the celebration of National Library Week, April 12-18, 1964, was received and ordered placed on file. Bakersfield, California, March 23, 1964 - Page 6 Adoption of Ordinance No. 1521 New Series of the City of Bakersfield granting to the Southern California Gas Company a Corporation, the Right, Privilege, and Franchise, to lay and use pipes and appurtenances for transmitting and dis- tributing Gas for any and all purposes under, along, across or upon the public streets, ways, alleys and places, as the same may now or hereafter exist, within said City of Bakersfield. This being the time set for hearing on application of the Southern California Gas Company for a Gas Franchise in the City of Bakersfield, and no protests or objections having been received, upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, Ordinance No. 1521 New Series ~f the City of Bakersfield granting to the Southern California Gas Company a Corporation, the Right, Privilege, and Franchise, to lay &~d use pipes and appurtenances for transmitting and distributing Gas for any and all purposes under, along, across or upon the public streets, ways, alleys and places, as 'the same now or may hereafter exist, within said City of Bakersfield was adopted by the foilwing vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Hearing continued on appeal of Geneva Fanning to the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjust- ment denying her applicaiton for a variance of zoning from an R-3 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of a beauty shop on that certain property in the City of Bakersfield commonly known as 1031 Chester Place. This being the time set for hearing on an appeal of Geneva Fanning to the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying her application for a variance of zoning from an R-3 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and main-- tenance of a beauty shop on that certain property in the City of Bakersfield commonly known as 1031 Chester Place, the findings of the Board of Zoning were read. The City Clerk advised that one Bakersfield, California, March 23, 1964 - Page 7 written protest had been received from Mr. Arthur Lenix, 1007 Third Street. In order to permit Mrs. Fanning to poll the neighborhood and obtain a petition favoring the granting of the variance, upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, the hearing was continued until April 6, 1964. The City Clerk was in- structed to notify the property owners in this area of the action taken by the Council. Adjournment There being no further business to come before this Council, upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M. MAYOR o'f the City of Bakersfield, California ATTEST: CITY~CLERK and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield~ California 216 Bakersfield, California~ March 30, 1964 Minutes of the regular weekly 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. Monday, March 30, 1964. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend John Reynolds of the First Congregational Church, the Mayor called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call. Present: Mayor Winer. Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whirremote Absent: None Minutes of the regular weekly meeting of March 23, 1964 were approved as l~resented. Presentation by Mr. Stanley S. Slotkin, chairman of the Board of Abbey Rents. At this time, Mr. Stanley S. Slotkin~ chairman of the Board of Abbey Rents, who referred to himself as a one-man State Department, issued an invitation to the City to be Sister-City of Bangalore~ a city in India. He also issued an invitation to the Mayor and party to visit Mysore, one of India's advanced states, as a guest of the Maharajah of Mysore, at any time convenient. Mr. Slotkin presented the city with an illuminated missal from his private collection, circa 1150, and asked that this valuable manuscript be framed and hung in the City Hall. Mayor Winer presented Mr. Clotkin with a key to the City of Bakersfield. City Manager directed to send a wire to Assemblyman John C. Williamson requesting that AB 145 not be turned over to the Assembly until further study has been made. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Mossman~ the City Manager was directed to send a wire to Assemblyman John C. Williamson, a member of the Ways and Means Committee, requesting that no action be taken on AB 145 until an opportunity has been afforded the public to study the proposed bill. Councilman Mossman requested that a communication also be sent to Assemblyman Casey explaining the City's position in this matter. Bakersfield, California, March 30, 1964 - Page 2 217 Request from Downtown Business Association that Council support recommendation of the Parking Authority to reve~ back to angle parking on Chester Avenue, referred to the Council Parking Committee for study. Mr. George Xezantos, president of the Downtown Business Association, addressed the Council and stated that he had held a long discussion with the Traffic Authority of the City of Bakersfield relative to the parking problem in the downtown area, and he was therefore requesting that the Council support the recommendation of the Traffic Authority to revert back to angle parking on Chester Avenue from Truxtun Avenue to 24th Street, in an effort to revitalize the downtown area. He stated that this was a pilot program and had nothing to do with the long range plans for the downtown area. After discussion, upon a motion by Councilman Rucker, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, the matter was referred to the Council Parking Committee to meet this week with the Traffic Authority and the parking committee of the Downtown Business Association. Rejection of all bids for Read Oil and Emulsions and authorization granted to readvertise on the basis of competitive bids. This being the time set to further consider bids received for Road Oil and Emulsions requirements, recommendation of the administrative staff that the City accept bid of Golden Bear Oil Company in view of past experience and availability of the Golden Bear Refinery, was read. A request from Eugene E. Tinberg, sales representative of West Coast Oil Company, requesting permission to appear before the Council on behalf of his product, was read, and Mr. Tinberg addressed the Council giving several reasons for awarding the bid to his company. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman Doolin that the Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager and the Director of Public Works and award the bid to Golden Bear Oil Company. The motion died for lack of a second. 218 Bakersfield, California, March 30, 1964 - Page 3 to all three companies on an area basis at stipulated price. This motion was not seconded. Again the matter was discussed by the Council and the administrative staff and Councilman Stiern offered a motion lhat all three bids be rejected and authorization be granted to readvertise on the basis of competitive bids. Councilman Doolin seconded this motion. Councilman Mossman made an amendment to the motion, which was seconded by Councilman Rucker, that a clause be included in the specifications permitting the City to buy in quantities at its option. Councilman Marchbanks voted in the negative on the amendment to the motion and the original motion carried unanimously. Approval of Salary Step Advancements effective April l, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Mossman, the following salary step advancements were approved, to be effective April l, 1964: Bruce L. Dawson Lee Guerra W. R. Langfield P. L. Owen J. C. Phillips B. W. Starr George F. Stiles Norman M. Walters Approval Patrolman E to F Utility Man C to D Motor Patrolman E to F Firefighter D to E Sanitation Crewman I C to D Firefighter D to E Maintenance Man I C to D Patrolman E to F of Drainage Sump Agreement with County of Kern for Tract 2868. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Siiern, Drainage Sump Agreement with the County of Kern for Tract 2868, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute same. Adoption of Resolution No. 18-64 calling the Nominating Municipal Election for the Office of Mayor and setting the hours for opening and closing of polls for said election to be held in the City of Bakersfield on the 2rid day of June, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Rucker, Resolution No. ~8-64 calling the Nominating Municipal Election Bakersfield, California, March 30, 1964 - Pge 4 for the Office of Mayor and setting the hours for the opening and closing of polls for said election to be held in the City of Bakersfield on the 2nd day of June, 1964, and was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None Adoption of Resolution No. 19-64 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield providing for the Consolidation of a Nominating Municipal Election for the Office of Mayor of the City of Bakersfield with the State Direct Primary Election and Presidential Election to be held on June 2, 1964, and requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Kern to order the consolidation of said election. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Resolution No. 19-64 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield providing for the consolidation of a Nominating Municipal Election for the Office of Mayor of the City of Bakersfield with the State Direct Primary Election and Presidential Election to be held on June 2, 1964, and requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Kern to order the consolidation of said election, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore Noes: None Absent: None This resolution was adopted subject to the deletion of the name of Mrs. Elynor Falk, who has today submitted a written request to the City Clerk withdrawing her name as a candidate for the office of Mayor, or any other candidate who requests withdrawal of his name before the final date to do so. 220 Bakersfield, California, March 30, 1964 - Page 5 Approval of Form of Ballot for Office of Mayor to be voted upon at election 'to be held on June 2, 1964. Upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Form of Ballot for Office of Mayor to be voted upon at election to be held on June 2, 1964~ was approved, subject to the deletion of the name of Mrs. Elyhire Falk and any other candidate who requests withdrawal of his name before the final date to do so. Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 790 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring its intention to order the vacation of the alley in Block 18 of Homaker Park in the City of Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilmall Stiern, Resolution of Intention No. 790 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring its intention to order the vacation of the alley in Block 18 of Homaker Park in the City of Bakersfield, and setting April 20, 1964 as the date for hearing on the matter before the Council, was adopted by the following vote: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin~ Marchbanks, Mossman~ Rucker, Stiern and Whittemore None None Ayes: Noes: Absent: Adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 791 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring its intention to order the vacation of a portion of San Dimas Street in the City of Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz~ seconded by Councilmall Rucker, Resolution of Intention No. 791 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring its intention to order the vacation of a portion of San Dimas Street in the City of Bakersfield and setting April 20, 1964 as the date for hearing on the matter before the Council, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Stiern and Whirremote None None Rucker, Bakersfield, California, March 30, 1964 - Page 6 Claim from Beverly Jeannine Shamrell against members of the Police Department for alleged false arrest, referred to the City Attorney for handling with the City's insurance adjuster. Upon a motion by Councilwoman Balfanz, seconded by Councilman Rucker, claim from Beverly Jeannine Shamrell against members of the Police department for alleged false arrest, was referred to the City Attorney for handling with the City's insurance adjuster. Request from Mrs. Esther Cooper for refund of license fee referred to the City Attorney for handling. Upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Whittemore, request from Mrs. Esther Cooper, operator of the Heavenly Dog Coffee Shop, for refund of license fee in the amount of $4.50, was referred to the City Attorney for handling. Leave of absence granted H. H. Wells, janitor at the Civic Auditorium. Upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, leave of absence was granted H. H. Wells, janitor at the Civic Auditorium. Allowance of Claims. Upon a motion by Councilman Whittemore, seconded by Councilwoman Balfanz, Vouchers Nos. 181 to 239 inclusive, excluding Voucher No. 235, in amount of $244,268.65, as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee, were allowed, and authorization was granted for payment of same. Communication from State Water Rights Board relative to assignment of water to the City of Bakersfield referred to the City Attorney. A communication from the State Water Rights Board acknowZ[edging receipt of two Resolutions from the City of Bakersfield and advising that request for partial assignment of Application 5642 must be made to the California Water Commission, and that they are unable to locate application of Bakersfield Municipal Water District for 100,000 acre-feet of unappropriated water from the Kern River, was received and placed on file, and referred to the City Attorney for handling. 222 Bakersfield, California, March 30, 1964 - Page 7 be heard. of Zoning Adjustment be upheld and Zoning Resolution No. the variance be adopted, by the following vote: Reception of copy of communication sent by Mr. Frank Sullivan to the Kern County Water Agency. Upon a motion by Councilman Stiern, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, copy of a communication sent to the Kern County Water Agency by Mr. Frank E. Sullivan, protesting the announced policy of the Agency to establish one zone of benefit that would include his property, was received and ordered placed on file. Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 178 denying variance of the Land Use Zoning Ordinance of the City of Bakersfield affecting that certain property as hereinafter described and zoned as an R-1 (Single-F~mily Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of an eight unit apartment complex on that certain property commonly known as 3101-3105 19th Street. This being the time set for hearing on appeal of Mrs. Elma M. Hilllard to the decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment denying the request of Harold C. Stellmacher for a variance of zoning from an R-1 (Single-Family Dwelling) Zone to permit the construction, operation and maintenance of an eight unit apartment building with reduction of the front yard setback requirement on that certain property in the City of Bakersfield commonly known as 3101-3105 19th Street, the City Clerk advised that written protests had been received in her office from the following persons: Mrs. Myrtle M. Fife 3031 - 19th Street Clinton C. and Marie McCray 3017 - 19th Street Mrs. Rod Hecox 3025 - 19th Street All interested persons present were given the opportunity to After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman seconded by Councilman S{iern, that the decision of the Board 178 denying Ayes: Councilmen Balfanz, Doolin, Marchbanks, Mossman, Rucker, Sitern and Whittemore None None Noes: Absent: Bakersfield, California, March 30, 1964 - Page City Attorney instructed to prepare Ordinance amending the Text of the Zoning Ordinance, Title 17. This being the time set for hearing on recommendation of the Planning Commission to amend the Text of the Zoning Ordinance, Title 177 Chapter 17.44~ Sections 17.44.020 and 17.44.030, D (Architectural Design) Overlay, and no protests or objections having been received~ upon a motion by Councilman Mossman, seconded by Councilman Marchbanks, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare Ordinance amending Title 17 ot the Zoning Ordinance. City Attorney instructed to prepare ordinance changing certain City street names and street addresses. This being the time set for hearing any evidence for or against the recommendation of the Planning Comission of the City of Bakersfield to make the following city street name changes: 1. Changing the name of that portion of Oswell Street extending northeasterly a~d northerly of the inter- section of existing Pepperdine Street and Columbus Street to its termination at Panorama Drive, to Columbus Street. 2.Changing the name of Pepperdine Street to Oswell Street. 3. The extension of Auburn Street southeasterly to an intersection of Oswell Street and Columbus Street at the northeast corner o£ Section 23, T. 30 S., R. 28 E., and the changing of name of Columbus Street easterly of said intersection to Auburn Street. Also for hearing any evidence for or against the changing of such street addresses as are affected by the proposed street name changes~ and no protests or objections having been received, upon a motion by Councilman Doolin, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare the necessary ordinance to change the street names and addresses. Bakersfield, California~ March 30, 1964 - Page 9 Adjournment. There being no further business to come before this Council, upon a motion by Councilman Marchbanks, seconded by Councilman Rucker, the Council adjourned its meeting at 10:30 P. ~AYOR of ~he City of Bakersfield, California ATTEST: and ~x-Officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, Calif.