HomeMy WebLinkAboutJAN - JUNE 1958Bakersfield~ California~ January 6~ 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield~ ~alifornia~ held in the Counc±l Chamber of the City Hall at
eight otclock p.M. January 6~ 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Henry H. Co111ns~
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Counc±lmen Balfanz~ Bentley~ Carnak±s~ Collins~
Croes~ Dewire~ Doolin
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of December 30~ 1957 were
approved as presented.
Opening bids for Fire Extinguishers
fo~ Corporation Yard equipment.
This being the time set for opening bids for Fire Ext±nguishers
for Corporation Yard equipment~ all bids received were publicly opened~
examined and declaredo Upon a motion by Carnakis~ seconded by Bentley~
the bids were referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation,
Opening bids for 4-Door Sedan for
Corporation Yard,
This being the time set for opening bids for 4-Door Sedan
for Corporation Yard~ all bids received were publicly opened~ examin~ed
and declared, Upon a motion by Carnakis~ seconded by Collins~ the
bids were referred to the City Manager f~r study and recommendation.
Acceptance of bid of General Petroleum
Corporation for Diesel Fuel requirements.
Upon a motion by Bentley~ seconded by Carnakis~ 5id iof General
Petroleum Corporation to furnish Diesel Fuel requirements in Tank
Wagon deliveries for 0.1133 per gallon was accepted~ all other bids
were rejected~ and the ~ayor was authorized to sign the contract in
behalf of the City.
Action on bids for Lamp requirements
deferred for one week,
In accordance with request from Acting City ~anager Miner~ upon
a motion by Collins~ seconded by Doolin~ action on bids for Lamp
[equirements was deferred for one week.
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Adoption of Ordinance No. 1162 New Series
amending Section 3.01 of Ordinance No. 1010
New Series by changing the zoning of that
certain property located on the southeast
corner of Alta Vista Drive and Niles Street.
Before.acting on this amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, Mayor
Sullivan requested the City Clerk to read into.the record a letter
submitted by him as head of the City for all legislative purposes,
calling the attention of the Council to the absence of facts which
would justify the passing of ~he ordinance. After the reading of the
letter, upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Ordinance No.
1162 New Series amending Section 3.01 of Ordinance No. 1010 New Serie~
granting application of Sill Properties, Inc. by changing the zoning
of that certain property located on the southeast corner of Alta Vista
Drive and Niles Street, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes
Noes: Balfanz, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: None
Approval of Salary increases
effective February 1, 1958.
,Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the following
salary increases were approved, effective February 1, 1958:
NAME CLASSIFICATION FROM STEP
TO STEP
Elmer Condley
N. R. Howard Hoseman 4 5
J. L. Ragsdale Hoseman 3
D. P. Rowe Hoseman 4 5
Dorothy Stanley Plainclothes Patrolman Grade
I 3 4
J. K. Sorenson Patrolman 3
Homer Meyer Mechanic 4 5
J. Burchett Motor Patrolman 3
Charles Ladley, Jr. Motor Patrolman 3
D. R. Pierson Motor Patrolman 3 4
Charles Willis Sewage Plant Operator
Grade II 3
Sewage Plant Operator
Grade III 3
4
4
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos.
1868 to 1937, as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee, were approved,
and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on the Bank of
America to cover the respective amounts.
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City Manager instructed to direct letter
of inquiry to several cities relative
to donation made by the City for Christmas
decorations.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, the City Manager
was instructed to direct a letter to several cities of the same size
as Bakersfield, and inquire as to their participation in the cost of
any Christmas decorations erected in the City.
Appointment of two members of the Board
of Charity Appeals and Solicitations.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Collins, Mr. Richard
Bruce was appointed as a member of the Board of Charity Appeals and
Solicitations for the term expiring October 1, 1959, and Mr. Harold Wadman
was appointed as a m~ber of said Board for the term expiring October 1,
1958.
Reception of communication from State
Division of Highways advising of the Tenth
Annual California Conference on S~reet and
Highway Problems in Los Angeles on January 29,
30 and 31, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, letter from the
State Division of Highways signed by U.~ H. Erickson, City and County
Cooperative Projects Engineer, advising of the Tenth Annual California
Conference on Street and Highway Problems being held at the University
of California, Los Angeles, January 29, 30 and 31, 1958, was recsived
and ordered placed on file, and any member of the Council, the City
Manager and any member of his staff who is interested, were authorized
to attend the conference at the expense of the City.
Reception of communications from Housing
Authority of the County of Kern transmitting
payment in lieu of taxes for certain housing
projects in the City.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, two communications
from the, Housing Authority of the County of Kern transmitting payment
in lieu of taxes for CAL 8-2, Adelante Vista, and CAL 8-6A, Oro Vista,
Housing Projects in the City, for the fiscal year 1956-57, were
received and ordered placed on file.
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Date fixed for hearing before the Council
on application of John E. Castro to amend
zoning boundaries of that certain property
lying northerly of Sixth Street between "P"
and "R" Streets.
A memorandum submitted by the Planning Commission recommending
approval of the application of John E. Castro to amend the zoning
boundaries of that certain property lying northerly of Sixth Street
between "P" and "R" Streets from an R-3 (Limited Multiple-Family Dwellix~)
Zone to an R-1 (One-family Dwelling) Zone, was read, and upon a motion
by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, January 27, 1958 was the date fixed for
hearing on this matter before the Council.
Date fixed for hearing before the Council
on application of Wilmer Bullet to ~nend
zoning boundaries of that certain property
lying on the easterly side ef Haybert Court
between Richland Street and Terrace Way.
A memorandum submitted by the Planning Commission recommending
the application of Wilmer Bullet to amend the zoning boundaries
of that certain property lying on the easterly side of Haybert Court
between Richland Street and Terrace way from an R-3 (Limited Multiple-
Family Dwelling) Zone to an R-3~P, (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling-
Automobile Parking) Zone was read, and upon. a motion by Carnakis, seconded
by Balfanz, January 27, 1958 was the date fixed for hearing on this
matter before the. Council.
Date fixed for hearing before the Council
on request from Roy R. McDowell and petitions
from Seven property owners requesting that
Block 4, Laguna Square, be zoned C-1.
The City Clerk read a report from the Planning Commission
recommending that the request of property owners of Block 4, Laguna Square,
to amend the zoning boundaries o£ that property on the northerly side
of Brundage Lane. between "F" and "~' Streets from an R-3 to a C-1 Zone
be approved, subject to compliance with the following conditions, which
are considered prerequisite to sound commercial development:
1. Provision of an alley twenty feet (20') in width
along the rear of said property, as shown on the
attached plot plan
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2. Provision for immediate through access on said
alley as shown on the attached plot plan
Deed for property for said alley be provided by
the affected owners without cost to the City of
Bakersfield.
Upon a mot.ion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the Planning
Department was instructed to mail a copy of the report and a plot plan
to each affected property owner in the area.,~ and date of February 3,
1958 was fixed for hearing on the matter before the Council.
Minute Order issued to the City Manager
to direct all departments to remove posted
legal notices after public hearing has been
hel~.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, a Minute Order
was issued to the City Manager to direct all departments to remove
all posted legal notices and tacks from poles after a public hearing
has been held on any zoning change or public improvement work.
Reception of Mayor Sullivan's letter ca~ling
the attention of the Council to the absence
of facts which would justify the passing of
an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New
Series granting application of Sill Properties,
Inc.
Upon a m0~ion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin~ Mayor Sullivan's
letter calling the attention of the Council to the absence of facts which
would justify the passing of an ordinance granting application of Si].l
Properties, Inc. for an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series
which would have the effect of rezoing Lots 10 to 16 in Block 21, Alta
Vista Tract, from an R-2 (Two-Family Dwelling) Zone to a C-1 (Limited
Commercial) Zone, was received and ordered placed on file.
Planning Commission and Planning Staff
requested to furnish the Council with their
recommendation for improving the method of
notifying people of public hearings.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Bentley, the Planning
Commission and Planning Staff w~re requested to furnish the Council with
their recommendation for improving the method o~ notifying people of
the time and place for holding public hearings.
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Reception of Decision before the Public
Utilities Commission of the State of
California of investigation on the Commission's
own motion for the purpose of establishing a
list of railroad grade crossings of city streets
or county roads most urgently in need of
separation.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Decision No.
56035 before the Public Utilities Commission of the State of Cali~ornia
relative to investigation on the Commissionts own motion for the purpose
of establishing a list of railroad grade crossings of city streets or
county roads most urgently in need of separation, as contemplated by
Section 189 of the Streets and Highways Code, as amended by Statutes 1957,
Chapter 2091, was received and ordered placed on file.
Approval of Lease Agree~ent with
A. P. Sepanian~ Inc. for property to be
used for processing and baling of salvable
cardboard and paper.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Bentley, Agreement with
A.M. Sepanian, Inc. for the leasing of that certain parcel of land 200
feet square, situated in the City of Bakersfield, County of Kern, State
of California, being a portion of the Northeast quarter of the Northwest
quarter of Section 9, Township 30 South, Range 28 East., M.D.B. & M., to
be used for the purpose of pressing baling and otherwise processing
salvable cardboard and paper, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized
to sign in behalf of the City.
Adjournment.
Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, the Council
Upon a motion by
adjourned at 9:38 P. Mo
MAYOR C ~
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CITY OL]~K and io Clet~ of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
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Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall
at eight o'clock P.M. January 13, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Henry H. Collins.
present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins,
Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of January 6, 1958 were
approved as presented..
Mayor Su%livan announced to the Council that this evening
marks the first anniversary of the amendment to the City Charter, and
that starting the second year he would appreciate the cooperation of
the Council in order to conduct the Council meetings with more dignity
and decorum, by observing the following points:
1. In debate and discussion to speak on the issue and
avoid personalities
The speaker should not be interrupted. If any member
of the Council wishes to ask questions, make a note of
it, so that the speaker can finish
Due to the fact that the Council meeting is broadcast
and that we rely on the tape record, it would be well
for the speaker to be recognized by the chair, so that
the unseen audience and the tape record will be aware
of who is speaking
Each member of the Council was mailed a copy of a
resolution dadopted by the Council containing instructions
to the City Attorney. ~hen the City Attorney, during
proceedings, gives his legal opinion, it is the prerogative
of any Councilman to either accept or reject his advice,
but permit him to give his opinion, which he is requited
to do under the resolution.
Acceptance of bid of Kern Electric
Distributors to furnish Lamp requirements
for 1958.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Dewire, bid of Kern
Electric Distributors to furnish Lamp requirements for 1958 was
accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to
sign the contract in behalf of the City.
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Acceptance of bid of General Pacific
Corporation to furnish portion of Fire
Extinguishers. City Manager authorized
to purchase balance on the open market.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, bid of the
General Pacific Corporation to furnish Items A, B and D, as summarized
~on the Fire Extinguisher bid, was accepted, all other bids were rejected,
and the Mayor was authorized to sign the contract in behalf of the City.
The City Manager was authorized to purchase Item C on the open market.
Acceptance of bid of Three-Way Chevrolet
Company to furnish one four-door sedan.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, bid of Three-Way
Cehvrolet to furnish 1958 Model #1249-48 4 Door Sedan for a net price
of $1,839.24 was accepted, and all other bids were rejected.
Reception of report on Survey on Use
of School Facilities for Youth Programs.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, report to the
City Manager from the Director of Recreation on the subject of Survey
on Use of School Facilities for Youth Programs, was received and ordered
placed on file.
City Manager granted permission to
negotiate for the removal of two dwellings
from property which has been purchased
for the extension ~ the Corporation Yard.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Dewire, the City Manager
was granted permission to negotiate for the removal of two dwellings
from property which has been purchased for the .extension of the Corporation
Yard.
Adoption of Resolution No..1-58 of the
City Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, appointing attorneys for purpose
of preparing and typing.resolutions, notices and
other papers and proceedings for any work
authorized by "Improvement Act of 1911", being
Division 7 of the Streets and Highways Code of
the State of California, and/or the "Special
Assessment Investigation, Limitation and Majority
Protest Act o~ 1913", being Division 4 of said
Code, in connection with the proposed Public
Improvement Bistrict No. 733.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, Resolution No.
1-58 authorizing the employment and appointment of the law firm of Wild,
Christensen, Barnard ~ Wild of the City of Fresno, California, for the
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purpose of preparing and typing resolutions, notices and other papers
and proceedings for any work authorized by "Improvement Act of 1911",
being Division 7 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of
California, and/or the "Special Assessment Investigation, Limitation and
Majority Protest Act of 1913", being Division 4 of said Code, in connection
with the proposed Public Improvement District No. 733, was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
A~optio~ of Ordinance No. 1~ New Series
amending License Ordinance No. 681 New
Series by adding a new Section to be numbered
47.1, prescribing the License Tax for
Barbering Schools.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, Ordinance No.
1164 New Series amending License Ordinance No. 681 New Series by
adding a new Section to be numbered 47.1, prescribing the License Tax
for Barbering Schools,was adopted as read by the following vote:
Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1163 New Series
approving annexation of a parcel of
uninhabited territory to the City of
Bakersfield, California, designated as Mr.
Vernon No. 1, and providing for the taxation
of said territory to pay the bonded indebtedness
of said City.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded byBalfanz, Ordinance
No. 1163 New Series approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited
territory to the City of Bakersfield, California, designated as Mr.
Vernon No. 1, and providing for the taxation of said territory to pay
the bonded indebtedness of said City~ was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakls, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Adoption of Emergency Ordinance No. 1165
New Series determining a Prima Facie Speed
Limit of 35 miles per hour on portion of
Union Avenue and Panorama Drive in the City
of Bakersfield, California.
Upon. a motion by Carnak±s, seconded by Balfanz, Traffic
and Engineering Survey on the subject of speed on Union Avenue and
Panorama Drive between Jeffrey Street and Loma Linda Drive, was ordered
received and placed on file, and Emergency Ordinance No. 1165 New Series
determining a. Prima Facle Speed Limit of 35 miles per hour on portion
of Union Avenue and Panorama Drive in the City of Bakersfield, California,
was adopted by the following vote:
Bentley, Carnakls, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
mthorized to issue checks on the Bank of America to cover
Approval of Standard House Numbers
for Curbs.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Bentley:, Standard
House Numbers for Curbs were approved.
Approval of Plans and Specifications
and authorization granted to advertise for bids
for Multi-Purpose Game Slab for Beale Park
and Planz Park.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins~ Plans and
Specifications were approved, and authorization was granted to advertise
for bids for Multi-Purpose G~me Slab for Beale Park and Planz Park.
Allowance of Claims..
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos.
1938 to 2042 inclusive, with the exception of No. 2027~ as audited by
the Voucher Approval Committee were approved, and the City Auditor vas
the respective
Reception of thank-you note from
~ercy Hospital.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire,
amounts.
note from the
Nercy Hospital thanking the Council for decorating Christmas Tree Lane
on Truxtun Avmue, was received and ordered placed on file.
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Authorization granted to employ Pratt &
Dunk, to audit books and accounts of the
City, for fiscal years ending June 30, 1958
and June 30, 1959.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, Pratt & Dunk,
certified public accountants, were retained to make regular audits of
the books and accounts of the City of Bakersfield for the fiscal years
ending June 30, 1958 and June 30, 1959, as well as the limited audits
as of December 31, 1957 and December 31, 1958, charges to be based
on fees quoted in their letter to the Council.
Reception of Notice of Hearing before the
Public Utilities Commission in the matter
of application of the Atchison, Topeka and
~ Santa Fe Railway Company, for authority to
reduce its passenger train service between
Bakersfield, Oakland and certain intermediate
points by discontinuing Trains No. 61 and No. 6.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, Notice of Hearing
before the Public Utilities Commission in the matter of the application
of the Atchison, Topeka and. Santa Fe Railway Company, for authority
to reduce its passenger train service between Bakersfield, Oakland ~Lnd
certain intermediatepoints by discontinuing Trains No. 61 and No. 6,
was received and ordered placed on file.
Petition from College Heights Congregational
Church for the dedication of an existing alley
and the closure of non-existing alley in Tract
No. 1795, referred to the Planning Commission
for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Carnakls, seconded by Balfanz, petition
from the College Heights Congregational Church for the dedication of
eXisting alley to the City of Bakersfield and the closure of non-existing
alley in Tract No. 1795, was referred to the Planning Commission for
study and recommendation.
Appointment of Mrs. Fred Emerson as Member
of the Bakersfield Art Commission deferred for
one week.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, appointment
of Mrs. Fred Emerson as a member of the Bakersfield Art Commission
was deferred for one week.
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Request for authorization to advertise
for bids for Spray Chemicals for 1958
referred to the City Manager.
Upon a motion by CarnaZis, seconded by Doolin, the Purchasing
Agent's request for authorization to advertise for bids for Spray Che:micals
for 1958 was referred to the City Manager.
Auto Dealer's Permits granted Bill &
Garry Used Cars, Harold's Used Cars and
Chester Auto Sales.
No protests or objections having been received, upon a
motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, Auto Dealer's Permits were
granted Bill Brown and Garry Garrett, dba Bill and Garry's Used Cars
at 1421 East Truxtun Avenue, Harold Cox, dba Harold's Used Cars at 27
Chester Avenue, and Leo S~11ivan, dba Chester Auto Sales at 2911 Chester
Avenue.
Mayor authorized to initial change in
agreement with the Southern Pacific Company
covering grant to the City of the right to
construct, reconstruct, maintain a~d operate
a 48-inch reinforced concrete drain pipe beneath
tracks.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakls, the Mayor was
authorized to initial an addition of Section 5 (a) to Agreement with
the Southern.Pacific Company covering grant to the City, without monetary
consideration, of the right to construct, reconstruct, maintain and
operate a 48-inch reinforced concrete drain pipe beneath tracks of the
Railroad.
City Attorney instructed to prepare resolution
denying application of Harry F. Smith Construction
Company to change the land use zoning of that
certain property lying westerly of Dana Street
and fronting on the southerly side of University
Avenue.
This being the time set for continued hearing on application of
Harry F. Smith Construction ComPany to amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New
Series by changing the land use zoning of that certain property lying
westerly of Dana Street and fronting on the southerly side of University
Avenue and more particularly described as Lots 17-25, inclusive~ Tract No.
1825, from an R-1 (One-Family Dwelling) Zone~ to an R-2 (~wo-Family
Dwelling) Zone, all interested persons presm t were given an opportunity
to be heard. After duly hearing and considering all arguments presented,
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upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the recommendation of the
Planning Commission was ~ccept~d, and the City Attorney was instructed to
prepare the necessary resolution denying the petition. Councilman Croes
voted in the negative on this motion.
Reception of petition from property owners
and residents within three hundred feet of
area requested to be~ rezoned by the Harry F.
Smith Construction Company.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, a petition
signed by the property owners and residents within three hundred feet: of or
closely adjacent to the area described as Lots 17-25, inclusive, Tract
No. 1825, urging the Council to deny the request of the Harry F. Smith
Construction Company to fezone the property from an R-1 (One-Family
Dwelling)' Zone to an R-2 (Two-Family) Dwelling) Zone, was received and
ordered placed on file.
Communication from the Kern County Land
Company relative to proposed development
of Stockdale Properties, referred to the
City Manager. By Minute Order City Manager
and his staff instructed tb cooperate with
the hand Company and take up any questions
of policy with the Council.
A communication from the Kern County Land Company thanking 'the
City Manager for his officer, on behalf of the Council, of professional
staff and public services for assistance in planning for the proposed
development of the Stockdale Properties west of the City, was read,
and upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the communication was
referred to the City Manager. By Minute Order, the City Manager and his
staff were instructed to cooperate in every manner with the Land Company
regarding this development, taking up all questions of policy, as they
arise, with the Council.
Hearing on application of the Pacific
Gas and Electric Company for franchises
to use gas and electricity within the City
and to construct and use all poles, wires,
and appurtenances, deferred for one week.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Bentley, hearing on
application of the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for franchises to
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use gas and electricity within the City and to construct and use in the
public streets, ways and places all poles, wires, conduits and
appurtenances, including communication circuits, necessary or proper
for said purposes, was deferred for one week.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Crees, seconded by Carnakis, the Council
adjourned at 9:.07 P.M.
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of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, January 20, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall
at eight o'clock P.M. January 20, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Dale Hufft, Pastor of
the First Southern Baptist Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: Councilman Croes
Minutes of the regular meeting of January 13, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Reception of City Auditor's Financial
Report for December, 1957.
Upon a motion by Carnak-is, seconded by Balfanz, the City
Auditor's Financial Report for December, 1957 was received and ordered
placed on file.
Appointment of Member of the Bakersfield
Art Commission deferred for one week.
Due to the fact that the resignation of Mr. Earle Barrall as;
first vice-president of the Bakersfield Art Association has not yet been
received by the Council, upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Bentley.
appointment of Mrs. Fred Emerson as Member of the Bakersfield Art
Commission was deferred for one week.
Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 130
denying application of Harry F. Smith
Construction Company to amend Zoning
Ordinance No. 1010 New Series of the City
of Bakersfield, by changing the land use
zoning of that certain property lying westerly
of Dana Street and fronting on the southerly
side of University Avenue.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Bentley, Zoning Resolution
No. 130 denying application of Harry F. Smith Construction Company to
amend Zoning Ordinance No..1010 New Series of the City of Bakersfield,
by changing the land use zoning of that certain property lying westerly
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Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley,
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
of Dana Street and fronting on the southerly side of University
Avenue, was adopted by the following vote:
Carnakis, Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Mayor authorized to sign agreement with
the Kern Island Canal ~mpany for discharge
of Planz Park storm water into the Kern
Island Canal below Planz Road.
Upon a motion by Dooli$, seconded by Carnakis, agreement with
the Kern Island C~nal Company for the discharge of Planz Park storm
water into the Kern Island Canal below Planz Road, was approved, and
the May~was authorized to sign in behalf of the City.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, Vouchers Nos.
2043 to 2112 inclusive, as audited by the Finance App~ova! Committee,
were allowed, and the City~Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Letter of commendation ordered sent
to members of all City Commissions
upon termination of office.
It was moved'by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, that a letter
of commendation be sent to Mr. Jack Levy, who resigned as Chairman of
the Board of Charity Appeals and Solicitations on January 14, 1957.
Substitute motion made by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, that in the
future, letters of commendation be sent to the members of all ~ty
Commissions upon the termination of their office, carried unanimously.
Communication from Congressman Harlen
Hagen requesting the City's reaction to
offer made by one of the major oil companies
to the Federal Government to lease oil and
other mineral ~rights appurtenant to site of
the postoffice in downtown Bakersfield,
referred to Mayor Sullivan for reply.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, communication.
from Congressman Harlen Hagen requesting the City's reaction to offer
made by one of the major oil companies to the Federal Government to
lease 0il and other mineral rights appurtenant to site of the postoffice
in downtown Bakersfield, was referred to Mayor Sullivan for answering.
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Reception of communication from Board
of Education advising of appointment
of Mr. Patrol Flndley.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolln, communication.
from the Board of Education advising of the appointment of Mr. Darrol
Findley, to fill the unexpired term of ~. Charles E0 Wakefield,
was received and ordered placed on file. Mr'. Findley's term began on
January 13, 1958 and will expire April 30, 1959.
Date fixed for hearing before the Council
on appeal to decision of the Planning
Commission granting a modification of an
E-3 Zone to the St. Paul's Episcopal Parish
to permit the construction of an additional
church building on the northerly side of
17th Street between "B" and "C" Streets.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, date of
February 10, 1958 was fixed for hearing before the Council on appeal
from property owners residing in the immediate neighborhood, to decision
of the Planning Commission granting a modification of an R-3 Zone
to the St. Paul's Episcopal Parish to permit the construction
of an additional church building on the northerly side of 17th Street
between "B" and "C" Streets.
Petition from property owners in
Tract No. 1733 requesting permission to
install sewer lines and connect to the
Myrtle Street Outfall Sewer at Belle
Terrace and Castro Lane referred to the
City Manager for study and recommendation
back to the Council.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Dewire, petition from
twenty .property owners in Tract No. 1733 requesting permission to
install sewer lines and connect to the Myrtle Street Outfall Sewer
at Belle Terrace and Castro Lane, was referred to the City Manager for
study and recommendation back to the Council.
Approval of Schedule for 1958-59
Budget preparation.
.Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, the following
schedule of 1958-59 budget preparation was approved and adopted:
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Bakersfield, California, January 20, 1958 - 4
March 3 - The Department Heads will submit to the Manager
detailed estimate of expenditures for fiscal 1958-59
May 12 - The Auditor w111 submit the budget draft and the
detailed estimate of revenue to the Council
June 30 - Adoption of 1958-59 budget by the Council
Approval of Change Order No. i to
Rlel & Terry for Three Pools and Toilet
Buildings.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, Change~Order No..
i to Riel & Terry for Three Pools and Toilet Buildings, providing for
certain increases and reductions with no change in the original contract
price, was approved, and the Mayor ~as authorized to sign same in behalf
of the City.
Adoption of Resolution No. 4-58 of proposed
annexation of uninhabited territory designated
as College Heights No. 2 and setting time for
hearing thereon.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Bentley, Resolution No.
4-58 of proposed annexation of uninhabited territory designated as
College Heights No. 2 and setting time for hearing thereon before the
1958, was adopted by the following vote:
Carnakis, Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Council as February 24,
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley,
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
Auto Dealer's Permit granted Thomas
J. Crabtree dba Valley Auto Sales.
Upon a motion by 0arnakis, seconded by Collins, a permit
to engage in the business of automobile dealer was granted Thmmas J.
Crabtree, dba Valley Auto Sales, at 2700 Chester Avenue.
Opening bids for Gas and Electric Franchises.
This being the time set for hearing protests to the granting
of Gas and Rectric Franchises to the Pacific Gas and Electric Company,
all interested persons present were given an opportunity to be heard.
The City Clerk read a communication signed by James M. Moose, Jr., Attorney
for the State of California Department of Public ~rks, protesting certain
terms of the franchise proposed by Pacific Gas and Electric Company.
B~ersfield, California, January 20, 1958 - 5
After due considerat±on' ~as given to all arguments presented, the City
Clerk opened sealed bids from the Pacific Gas and Electric Company offer-
ing to pay to the City of Bakersfield dduring the life of the gas
franchise, two per cent (2%) of the gross annual receipts arising
from the use, operation or possession of said franchise, provided, however,
that Such payment shall in n0 event be less than a sum which shall be
equivalent to one per cent (1%) of the gr9ss annual receipts derived
bY the grantee of said franchise~ its successors or assigns, from the
sale of gas within the limits of said City, and offering to pay to
the City of Bakersfield during the life of the electric franchise
two per cent (2%) of the gross annual receipts arising from the use,
operation or possession of said franchise, provided, however, that
such payment shall in no event be less than a sum which shall be
equivalent to one-half per cent (1/2%) of the gross annual receipts
derived by the grantee of said franchise, its successors or assigns,
from the sale of electr±city within the limits of said City.
Councilman Croes took his seat in the Council Chamber
at this time.
Adoption of Resolution No. 2-58
Striking Off, Selling and Awarding
Gas Franchise.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, Resolution
No. 2-58 Striking Off, Selling and Awarding Gas Franchise to the Pacific
Gas and Electric Company, its successors and assigns, was adopted by
the £ollowing vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croe~, Doolin Dewire
Noes: Nome
Absent: None
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Adoption of Ordinance No. 1166 New Series
granting to Pacific Gas and Electric: Company,
its successors and assigns, the franchise to
use, for transmitting and distributing Gas
within the City of Bakersfield for any and all
purposes other than those authorized under
Section 19 of Article XI of the Constitution
of the State of California as said Section
existed prior to its amendment on October 10,
1911, all Gas pipes and appurtenances which are
now or may h~reafter be lawfully placed in the
public streets, ways and places within said
City, and to construct and use in said public
streets, ways and places all pipes and
appurtenances necessary or proper for said
purposes.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, Ordinance No.
1166 New Series granting to Pacific Gas and Electric Company, its
successors and assigns, the franchise to use, for transmitting and
distributing Gas within the City of Bakersfield for any and all purposes
other than those authorized under Section 19 of Article XI of the
Constitution of the State of California as said Section existed prior to
its amendment on October 10, 1911, all gas pipes and appurtenances which
are now or may hereafter be lawfully placed in the public streets, ways
and places within said City, and to construct and use in said public
streets, ways and places all pipes and appurtenances necessary or proper
for said purposes, was adopted as read by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 3-58 Striking
Off, Selling and Awarding Electric Franchise.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, Resolution
No. 3-58 Striking Off, Selling and Awarding Electri6.Franchise to the
Pacific Gas and Electric Company, its successors and assigns, was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bakersfie~ld, Californ~ia, January 20, 1958- 7
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1167 New Series
granting to Pacific Gas and. Electric Company,
its successors and assigns, the Franchise to
use, for transmitting and distributing
electricity within the City of Bakersfield for
any and all purposes other than those authorized
under S~ction 19 of Article XI of the
Constitution of the State of California as said
Section existed prior to'its amendmention
October 10, 1911, all poles, wires, conduits
and appurtenan6es which Are now or may hereafter
be lawfully placed in the public streets, ways
and places within said City, and to construct
and use in said public streets, ways and places
all poles, wires, conduits and appurtenance~
including communication circuits, necessary
or proper for said purposes.
Upo~ a motion by Carnakis; seconded by Dewire, Ordinance
No. 1167 New Series granting to Pacific Gas and Electric Company, it,s
successors and assigns, the Franchise to use for transmitting and
distributing electricity within the City of Bakersfield for any and
all purposes other than those authorized under Section 19 of Article X!
of the Constitution of the State of California as said Section
existed prior to its amendment on October 10, 1911, all poles, wires:~
conduits and appurtenances which arenow or may hereafter be lawfully
placed in the public streets, ways and places within said City, and
to construct and use in said public streets, ways and places all poles,
wires, conduits and appurtenances including communication circuits,
necessary or proper for said purposes, was adopted as read by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
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City Auditor authorized to transfer
funds for administration of his office.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded'by Carnakis, the City
Auditor~ was authorized to transfer $2000.00 from Account No.
11-100-60, City Manager, Unapplied Appropriations, to Account No.
11-230-02, City Auditor, Wages (T. & S.), to provide for the
administration of his office for the balance of the fiscal
year.
Council adjourned at 9:50 P.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the
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MAYOR os mne ~my of Bakersfield, California
ATTEST:
of the City of Bakersfield, California
REGULAR MEMBERS
Philip Marty
Jas. W. Shurley
Walter Weichelt
Vernon W. Munn
Mrs. Otis Wheeler
Ostin Trogdon
Fred Roberts
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
TERM - 4 - YEARS
TERM EXPIRES
April
April
April
April 17
April 17
April 17
April 17
17 1958
17 1957
17 1959
1958
1959
1960
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POLICE DEPARTMENT CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
TERM - 6 - YEARS
Rex F. Whittemore
Lonnie L. Roberson
Walter Wickersham
December 31, 196~
December 31, 1960
December 31, 1958
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
J. Holfelder
Ken Croes
J. A. Olsson
FIRE DEPARTMENT CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
TERM - 6 - YEARS
John C. Gault, Chairman December 31, 1961
Raymond G. Taylor December 31, 1959
R. H. Hackett December 31, 1957
MISCELLANEOUS DEPARTMENTS CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
TERM - 4 - YEARS
Albert C. Rees
Richard Tigner
Charles Anspach
D. M. "Ted" Mills
Diana Adams
December 31, 1960
December 31, 1957
December 31, 1957
December 31, 1958
December 31, 1958
BOARD OF CHARITY SOLICITATIONS AND APPEALS.
Jack Levy, Chairman 4 years
Dr. Stephen Montgomery 4 years
Harry Blair 3 years
Mrs. Mary Chambers 4 years
Warren B. Bruce 1 year
Henry H. Collins
Edwin W. Wilson
O. D. Williams
James Hicks
Jere Sullivan
Ralph Weiss
(Councilman) 3 years
4 years
BOARD OF EXAMINERS AND APPEALS
E. McCarthy, Chairman
COUNCIL COMMITWES
Government Efficiency
Drainage
Formation Recreation District
Municipal Farm Lease
Downtown Parking
Health
Improve Sub-Standard Dwell-
ings in Sunset-Mayflower
District
Building Permit Policy
City Hall Building
Finance
Sullivan, Doolin, Croes
Sullivan, Croes, Eveleth
Croes, Collins, Doolin
Carnakis,
Eveleth,
Sullivan,
Eveleth, Collins
Carnakis, Schweitzer
Doolin, Collins
Croes, Collins,
Carnakis, Doolin,
Schweitzer, Gunn,
Croes
Croes, Eveleth,
Sullivan
Schweitzer
Holfelder,
Doolin
MEMBERS OF THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION
Mr R. F. Hackett,
Mrs. Alda Weist
Mrs
Mr
Mr
Mr
Mr.
Sr.
Marie H. Fambrough
Trinidad Valdez
Irving E. Hamnell
Oscar Katz
Wiley Dorris
November 25
November 25
November 25
November 25
November 25
November 25
November 25
Carnakis
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1960
1960
1959
1959
1958
1958
Bakersfield, California, January 27, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. January 27, 1958.
the City
the City
Invocation was given by the Reverend Della Shutts, Pastor
of the First Unity Temple.
Present:
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of January 20, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Opening bids for Corrugated Metal
Plates for Part-Circle Culverts.
This being the time set to open bids for Corrugated Metal
Plates for Part-Circle Culverts, all bids received were publicly
opened, examined and declared. Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by
Balfanz, the bids were referred to the City Manager for study and
recommendation.
Opening bids for construction of
Multi-Purpose Game Slab at Beale
Park and Planz Park.
This being the time set to open bids for construction of
Multi-Purpose Game Slab at Beale Park and Planz Park, all bids
received were publicly opened, examined and declared. Upon a motion
by Bentley, seconded by Doolin, the bids were referred to the City
Manager for study and recommendation.
Adoption of City Manager's report
on petition from property owners to
connect to Myrtle Street Outfall Sewer.
Council reaffirms policy regarding additional
connections to the City sewer system.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the Council
adopted recommendations contained in report from the City Manager
relative to petition signed by 20 property owners in the southwest
unincorporated area south of Brundage, requesting permission to
connect to the City's Myrtle Street Outfall Sewer, and reaffirmed
its policy not to permit additional connections to the City's sewer
system unless the properties to be connected first become a part of
the City of Bakersfield.
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Bakersfield, California, January 27, 1958 - 2
Leave of absence granted Russel O. Mathis,
semi-skilled laborer in the Street Cleaning
'Division of the Department of Public Works.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Carnakis, a ninety days
leave of absence beginning January 29, 1958, was granted Russel O.
Mathis, semi-skilled laborer in the Street Cleaning Division of
the Department of Public Works.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos.
2115 to 2190 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee,
were allowed, and the City ~ditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Failure of motion requiring Mr. Jack Levy
to prepare his statement in writing and
file with the Council at next Monday's
meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Dewire, seconded by Councilman
Balfanz, that the oral statement which Mr. Jack Levy asked the
Council's permission to make at this time, be prepared in writing
and filed with the Council at next Monday's meeting. The motion failed
to carry by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Dewire
Noes: Carnakis,
Absent: None
Collins, Croes, Doolin
Remarks made by Mr. Jack Levy in his
oral statement before the Council ordered
stricken from the record.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Balfanz, the remarks
made by Mr. Jack Levy in his oral statement before the Council were
ordered stricken from the record. Councilman Croes voted in the
negative on this motion.
Reception of Resolution adopted by the
Board of Supervisors in the Matter of
the Relocation of State Highway. Copies
ordered sent to the members of the
Freeway Committee.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Doolin, Resolution
adopted by the Board of Supervisors in the Matter of the Relocation of
Bakersfield~ California, January 27, 1958 - 3
State Highways, was received and ordered placed on file, and copies
were ordered sent to the members of the Freeway Committee for study.
Mayor and any member of the Council
desiring to do so aut.horized to attend
Valley Air Polluti'on Conference in
Stockton, January 31, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakls, seconded by Doolin, the Mayor and
any member of the Council desiring to do so were authorized to attend
the Valley Air Pollution Conference to be held in S~ockton on
January 31, 1958, at the expense of the City.
Acceptance of resignation of Mr. Harold
Wadman as Member of the Board of Charity
Appeals and Solicitations.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the resignation
of Mr. Harold Wadman as a Member of the Board of Charity Appeals and
Solicitations, was accepted with regret, and the City Clerk was
instructed to send Mr. Wadman a letter expressing the appreciation
of the Council for his services on the Commission.
Permission granted Bakersfield Chapter,
Order of De Molay, to hang banner across
Chester Avenue at 21st Street announcing
State Convention.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Croes, Bakersfield
Chapter, Order of De Molay, was granted permission to hang a banner
across Chester Avenue at 21st Street, from March 24~, 1958 to April 1,
1958, announcing State Convention to be held in Bakersfield the week
end of March 29, 1958.
Resolution recommending the construction
and maintenance of a Zoo in the Greater
Bakersfield area referred to the City-
C~unty Cooperation Committee.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dooliu, Resolution
from the Bakersfield Junior Chamber of Commerce, urging the development
of a Zoo in the Greater Bakersfield Area, was received and ordered placed
on file, and copies ordered sent to the City-County Cooperation Committee
for discussion with the Board of Supervisors.
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Bakersfield, California, January 27, 1958 - 4
Approval of Change Order No. 1 to
Griffith Company granting additional time
to complete construction of three Reinforced
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, Change Order
No. i to Griffith Company granting additional twenty working days for
the completion of the construction of three Reinforced Box Culverts,
was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to sign in behalf of the City.
Adoption of Resolution No. 5-58 authorizing
the City Assessor to destroy certain public
records.
Upon a motion by Dewire~ seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No.5-58 authorizing the City Assessor to destroy the public records
designated in his letter filed with the Council~ was adopted as read
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Approval of Plans and Specifications for
certain improvements to the Cunningham
Memorial Art Gallery.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, Plans and
Specifications for certain improvements to the Cunningham Memorial Art
Gallery were approved.
Reception of communication from Mr.
Clayton T. Cochran urging the Council
to support application of Dr. Wilmer Bullet
for rezoning of that certain property lying
on the easterly side of Haybert Court between
Richland Street and Terrace Way.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Carnakis, communication
from Mr. Clayton ~ Cochran urging the Council to support application
of Dr. Wilmer Buller for rezoning of that certain property lying on
the easterly side of Haybert Court between Richland Street and
Terrace Way, was received and ordered placed on file.
Bakersfield, California, January 27, 1958- 5
City Attorney instructed to prepare Zoning
Resolution denying application of Dr. Wilmer
Buller requesting the changing ~f the land
use zoning of that certain property lying on
the easterly side of Haybert Court between
Richland Street and Terrace Way.
This being the time set for hearing on application of Dr.
Wilmer Bullet requesting the changing of the land use zoning of that
certain property lying on the easterly side of Haybert Court between
Richland Street and Terrace Way, from an R-3 (Limited Multiple-F~aily
Dwelling)~Zone to an R-3-P (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling-Automobile
Parking) Zone, all interested persons present were given an opporl~unity
to be heard. After due consideration was given to all arguments
presented, upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, the
recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved, and the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare a Zoning Resolution denying the
application.
City Attorney instructed to prepare
ordinance granting application of John E.
Castro to amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010
New Series by changing the land use zoning
of that certain property lying northerly of
Sixth Street between "P" and "R" Streets.
This being the time set for hearing on application of John E.
Castro to areend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series by changing
the land use zoning of that certain property lying northerly of Sixth
Street between "P" and "R" Streets, from an R-3 (Limited Multiple-
Family Dwelling) Zone to an R-1 (One-Family Dwelling) Zone, and no
protests or objections having been made, upon a motion by Balfanz,
seconded by Dewire, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an
ordinance mmending Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series granting the
application.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Croes,
adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
ATTEST:
seconded by Carnakis, the Council
MAR o~~f $he~ity of~ield,Calif.
· h ~ ~ of the Council
CITY~C ~an~ Ex'Off~'cio Clerk
of the City of Bakersfield, California
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Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1958
~inutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the
City Hall at eight o'clock P.M. February 3, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Victor J. Mitchell,
Pastor of the First Christian Church.
Present:
Absent:
Mayor Sullivan.
Collins, Croes,
None
Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Dewire, Doolin
Minutes of the regular meeting of January 27, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Acceptance of bid of Armco Drainage and
Metal Products, Inc. for corrugated metal
plates for part-circle culverts.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Bentley, bid of
Armco Drainage and Metal Products, Inc. to furnish corrugated metal
plates for part-circle culverts for a total amount of $5,964.48 was
accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorize~[
to sign the contract on behalf of the City.
Acceptance of bid of Ted Alfter for
Multi-purpose Game Slab at Beale Park
and Planz Park.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Dewire, bid of Ted
Alfter for multi-purpose Game Slab at Beale Park and Planz Park, for
a total price of $3,283.00 was accepted, all other bids were rejected,
and the Mayor was authorized to sign the contract in behalf of the ¢. ty.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1168 New Series
granting application of John E. Castro and
amending Section 3.01 of Ordinance No. 1010
New Series of the City of Bakersfield by
changing the zoning of that certain property
lying northerly of Sixth Street between "P"
and "R" Streets.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Bentley, Ordinance No.
1168 New Series granting application of John E. Castro and amending
Section 3.01 of Ordinance No. 1010 New Series of the City of Bakersfield
by changing the zoning of that certain property lying northerly of
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Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1958 - 2
Sixth Street between "P" and "R" Streets, was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 131
denying application of Wilmer Bullet
to amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New
Series of the City of Bakersfield by
changing the land use zoning of that
certain property lying on the easterly
side of Haybert Court between Richland
Street and Terrace Way.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, Zoning Resolution
No. 131 denying application of Wi'lmer Bullet to amend Zoning Ordinance
No. 1010 New Series of the City of Bakersfield by changing the land use
zoning of that certain property lying on the easterly side of Haybert
Court between Richland Street and Terrace Way, was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 6-58 authorizing
the City Manager to sign a petition directed
to 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 of areas in the County of Kern
for the fiscal year 1958-1959.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, Resolution No..
6-58 authorizing the City Manager to sign a p~tition directed to 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 of areas in the Coum~y of
Kern for the fiscal year 1958-1959, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire; Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Bakersfield~ California, February 3, 1958 - 3
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for various items for period
ending June 30, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, the Purchasing
Agent was authorized to advertise for bids for the following items for
period ending June 30, 1958:
Weed Eiller Requirements
7000# Gutter Broom Wire
Traffic Paint Requirements
Diesel Fuel Requirements for Bakersfield Municipal
Transit System
Approval of Salary Increases
Effective March 1, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the following
salary increases were approved, effective March 1, 1958:
NA~E CLASSIFICATION FROM STEP TO STEP
Edward Olsen Senior Appraiser 3 4
H. C. Clark Hoseman 3 4
A. L. Creech Hoseman 3 4
V. J. Huntington Hoseman 3 4
E. R. Wyatt Hoseman 3 4
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Vouchers Nos.
2192 to 2269 inclusive, as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Permission granted the Bakersfield Exchange
Club to place a banner across Chester Avenue
announcing the observation of Crime Prevention
Week.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, permission was
granted the Bakersfield Exchange Club to place a banner across Chester
Avenue at an appropriate downtown spot announcing the observation of
Crime Prevention Week and open house to be held at the Police Department
on February 15.
Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1958 - 4
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Permission granted the Bakersfield Garden
Club to display a street banner on Chester
Avenue publicizing the Spring Garden Show.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, permission
was granted the Bakersfield Garden Club to display a street banner
on Chester Avenue publicizing the Spring Garden Show which will be
held April 19th and 20th.
Matter of improvement of Chester Avenue
between 4th Bt~eet and Casa Loma referred
to the City Manager for his recommendation.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, the matter
of the improvement of Chester Avenue between 4th Street and Casa Loma
Drive was referred to the City Manager for his recommendation back
to the Council.
Communication from the English class at
Bakersfield College concerning the
establishment of a Youth Center in Bakersfield
referred to the City Manager for a report.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, communication
from the English class at Bakersfield College urging the establishment
of a Youth Center in Bakersfield was referred to the City Manager for
a report back to the Council.
Transcript of the Statement of Councilman
Carnakis made before the Council January 27,
1958, ordered given to the~City Attorney
with instructions to deliver same to the
Foreman of the Grand Jury ~or~whatever .action
deemed necessary.
Mayor Frank Sullivan recommended to the City Council that a
transcript of the statement of Councilman Carnakis made before the Council
at meeting of January 27, 1958, be given to the City Attorney with
the instructions~that he deliver it to the Foreman of the Grand Jury
for whatever action they may deem necessary. Upon a motion by Doolin,
seconded by Dewire, the recommendation of the Mayor was adopted by the
Council.
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Reception of communication from Ethel Herald
recommending rezoning of the Mercy Hospital
area for a medical center.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Bentley, communication
from Ethel Herald recommending that the area around the Mercy Hospital
be rezoned to a C-1 or commercial zone in order to build a medical center,
was received and ordered placed on file.
Reception of communication from State
Department of Public Works relative to
apportionment of 5/8~ gas taxes for
expenditure on city streets.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from the State Department of Public Works advising that the quarterly
allocation of gas tax funds to the City for the period ending December 31,
1957 amounts to $36,559.93, based on a population of 47,687, was received
and ordered placed on file.
Reception of communication from State
Department of Public Works concerning
the submission of annual budget of the
estimated expenditures of 5/8~ gas tax
funds during the ensuing fiscal year.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from the State Department of Public Works urging the submission of
the annual budget at an early date, as well as the programming of
projects, for the estimated expenditures of the $/8~ gas tax funds during
the ensuing fiscal year, was received and ordered placed on file.
Resolutions adopted by the Board of
Supervisors in the matter of Conveyance of
California Park Site and Panorama Park Site
by the County of Kern to the City of Bakersfield
was referred to the City Manager and City Attorney
for study and recommendation,
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Resolutions
adopted by the Board of Supervisors in the matter of Conveyance of
California Park Site and Panorama Park Site by the County of Kern to the
City of Bakersfield, were referred to the City Manager and City Attorney
for study and recommendation at next Monday's meeting.
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City Auditor authorized to transfer
necessary funds to expedite the completion
of the Senior Citizens Area in Beale Park.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, the City Auditor
was authorized to transfer $750.00 from Account No. 11-100-60-City
Manager, Unapplied Appropriations, to Account No. 25-579-94, Public ~orks,
Capital Outlay - Parks, Non-structurai Improvements, in order to expedite
the completion of the Senior Citizens project in Beale Park.
Reception of communication from Mr.
Roy R. McDowell requesting that Block 4,
Laguna Square, be zoned C-1.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from Mr. Roy R. McDowell, requesting the Council to give consideration
to the rezoning of Block 4, Laguna Square, more particularly described
as that property fronting on the northerly side of Brundage Lane between
"F" and "~' Streets, from an R-3 to a C-1 Zone, was received and ordered
placed on file.
City Attorney instructed to prepare
Zoning Resolution denying application
for the rezoning of that property fronting
on the northerly side of Brundage Lane, until
such time as the property owners dedicate an
alley to the rear of the property in order to
provide the access necessary for the
commercial use of said property.
This being the time set for informal hearing on request from
Roy R. McDowell and seven property owners that the property fronting on
the northerly side of Brundage Lane between "F" and "~' Streets be changed
from an R-3 (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling) Zone, to a C-1 (Limited
Commercial) Zone, all interested persons present were given an opportunity
to be heard. After due consideration was given to all arguments presented,
upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Croes, the recommendation of the
Planning Commission regarding this rezoning was approvedr and the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare a Zoning Resolution denying the
Bakersfield, California, February 3, 1958 - 7
application, until such time as the property owners dedicate an alley
to the rear of the property in order to provide the access necessary
for the commercial use of said property~
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, the
Council adjourned at 9:56 P. ~.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Council of
the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, February 10, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. February 10, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Harold W. Pollinger,
Pastor of the Edison-Fairfax Baptist Church.
Present:
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of February 3, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Opening bids for Gasoline
Requirements for 1958.
This being the time set to open bids for Gasoline requirements
for 1958, all bids received were publicly opened, examined and declared.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the bids were referred
to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Opening bids for Weed Killer
Requirements for 1958.
This being the time set to open bids for Weed Killer require-
merits for 1958, all bids received were publicly opened, examined m~d
declared. Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, the bids were
referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Opening bids for Spray Chemical
Requirements for 1958.
This being the time set to open bids for Spray Chemical
requirements for 1958, all bids received were publicly opened, ex~nined
and declared. Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, the bids
were referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Action deferred for one week on Resolution
adopted by the Board of Supervisors in the
Matter of Conveyance of Panorama Park Site
by the County of Kern to the City of
Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Bentley, action on
Resolution adopted by the Board of Supervisors in the Matter of Conveyance
of Panorama Park Site by the County of Kern to the City of Bakersfield
was deferred for one week.
Bakersfield, California, February 10, 1958 - 2
Acceptance of Quit-Claim Deed from County
of Kern for California Avenue Park Site.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, Quit-Claim
Deed from the County of Kern for California Avenue Park Site was
accepted, and the i~yor was authorized to sign same in behalf of the City.
Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 132
denying r'equest for rezoning of the
property fronting on the northerly side of
Brundage Lane between "F" and "~' Streets
for limited commercial purposes.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Zoning
Resolution No. 132 demirig request for rezoning of the property fronting
on the northerly side of Brundage Lane between "F" 'and "H" Streets,
for limited commercial purposes, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Approval of Agreement with Pacific Gas
and Electric Company covering service
riser pipe to serve street lights at
21st and "~' Streets.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, agreement
with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company covering Service Riser Pipe
in connection with the installation of facilities to serve street
lights at 21st and "~' Streets, was approved, and the Mayor was
authorized to sign same on behalf of the City.
Adoption of Resolution No. 7-58
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter
into and execute an agreement with the Pacific
Gas and Electric Company covering Pole Contacts
located on the north side of Truxtun Avenue
150 feet west of "Q" Street.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, Resolution
No. 7-58 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into and
execute an agreement with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company covering
Pole Contacts in connection with the installation of service riser and
Bakersfield, ~California, February 10, 1958 - 3
meter equipment on pole located on the north side of Truxtun Avenue
150 feet west of "~' Street~ was adopted by the following vote:
Carnakis~ Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley~
Noes: None
Absent: None
Date fixed for hearing before the Council
on application of San Joaquin Hospital, Inc~
Ltd. to amend the zoning boundaries of that
certain property on the easterly side of
Eye Street between 26th and 27th Streets.
In accordance with recommendation from the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, date of March 3, 1958,
was fixed for hearing before the Council on application of San Joaquin
Hospital, Inc. Ltd., to amend zoning boundaries of that certain
property on the easterly side of Eye Street between 26th and 27th
Streets, from a C-1 (Limited Commercial) Zone to a C-2 (Commercial) Zo~e.
Reception of me~norandum from Director of
Planning recommending that the present
method of notifying persons of public
hearings is the most effective.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, memorandum
from the Director of Planning, advising that the Planning Staff concurred
with the Planning Commission that the present method of mailing~ posting
and publishing notices of public hearings is the most effic~ent~
econc~ical and efficient manner of notification~ was received and ordered
placed on file.
Adoption of Resolution No. 11-58 including
Health Studio in a C-1 (Limited Commercial)
Zone.
Upon a motion by Dewire~ seconded by Balfanz, Resolution No.
11-58 including an additional use, to wit: Health 3tudio in a
(Limited Commercial) Zone~ was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bakersfield, California, February 10, 1958 - 4
Adoption of Resolution No. 8-58 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
acknowledging the receipt of a copy of
Notice of Intention to circulate petition
for the annexation of territory designated
as Spruce Addition No. i and an Affidavit
of Publication thereof, and approving the
circulation Of the petition.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, Resolution No.
8-58 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield acknowledging the rece:lpt
of a copy of Notice of Intention to circulate petition for the annexaction
of territory designated as Spruce Addition No. I and an Affidavit of
Publication thereof, and approving the circulation of the petition,
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Carnakis,
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
City Attorney instructed to prepare
amendment to Salary Ordinance No. 1095
New Series adding classification of
"Assistant Poundman."
In accordance with recommendation from the Bakersfield Police
Civil Service Commission, upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis,
the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an amendment to Salary
Ordinance No. 1095 New Series adding classification of "Assistant
Poundman", which position will be placed in Schedule 19 of the ordinance.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Vouchers Nos.
2270 to 2367, inclusive, as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee were
allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on the Bank
of America to cover the respective amounts.
Approval of Mayor Sullivan's appointment
of Mr. John C. O'Brien as Member of the
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, Mayor
Sullivan's appointment of Mr. John C. O'Brien as a Member of the Equal
Employment Opporttunity Commission, for term expiring November 25,
1958, was approved.
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Bakersfield, California, February 10, 1958 - 5
Reception of communication from Mr. Avery
Allen, thanking the City for "Operation
Rockpile Pickup" in the.College Heights area.
Upon a motion'by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, communication
from Mr. Avery Allen, 1316 Radcliffe Avenue, expressing his appreciation
and thanks to the City for "Operation Rockpile Pickup" recently conducted
in the College Heights area, was received and ordered placed on file.
Bate fixed for hearing before the.Council
on appeal of Mr. Ralph L. Smith, Jr. to
decision of the Planning Commission denying
his application for a variance at 2301
University Avenue to permit the operation and
maintenance of a Real Estate and Insurance
Office.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, date of March
3, 1958, was fixed for hearing before the Council on appeal of Mr. Ralph L.
Smith, Jr. to the decision of the Planning Commission denying his
applicatim for a variance at 2301 University Avenue to permit the
operation and maintenance of a Real Estate and Insurance Office.
Reception of communication f~om~alter
W. Smith, City Treasurer, requesting
authoriz~tion to destroy certain public.
records.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Collins, communication
from Walter W. Smith, Clty Treasurer, requesting authorization to destroy
certain public records in his office dated prior to July 1, 1952, was
received and ordered placed on file.
Adoption of Resolution No. 9-58 authorizing
the City Treasurer to destroy the public
records designated in his letter filed with
the Council.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded.by Dewire, Resolution No.. 9-58
authorizing the City Treasurer to destroy the public records designated
in his letter filed with the Council~ was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Bakersfield, California, February 10, 1958 - 6
Adoption of Resolution No. 10-58 adopting
Budget and approving Second Supplemental
memorandum of Agreement for the expenditure
of funds allocated under Section 2107.5 of
the Streets and Highways Code.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Croes, Resolution No.
10-58 of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield, adopting budget
and approving Second Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement for expendit~e
of funds allocated under Section 2107.5 of the Streets and Highways
Code, was adopted'by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire~ Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Approval of Specifications for the
classifications of Motor Coach Operator
and Mechanic Working Foreman, Transit System.' ~
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, Specifications
for the classifications of Motor Coach Ooerator and Mechanic Working
Foreman, Transit System, which were approved by the Transit Authority,
were approved by the Council.
Approval of Change Order No. 2 to Riel
& Terry for additional work on Pool at
Wayside Park.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, Change Order No.
2 to Riel & Terry to remove all of the earth in the Wayside Pool
excavation to a depth of 6" below the finish grade of the deepest end of
the pool for an increase to the original contract price of $523.00 was
approved,
and the Mayor was authorized to sign same in behalf of the City.
Reception of Notices from United Air
Lines and Southwest Airways Company of
application to the Public Utilities Commission
for authority to increase intrastate air
passenger fares.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Collins, notices of
application made to the Public Utilities Commission by the United Air Lines
and Southwest Airways Company, for authority to increase intrastate air
passenger fares, were received and ordered placed on file.
,Bakersfield, California, .February 10, 1958 - 7
Reception of communication from Housing
Authority of the County o£ Kern advising
that the City of Bakersfield has fulfilled
the obligation of substandard dwelling
elimination under the Cooperation Agreement
for Oro Vista Project.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from the Housing Authority of the County of Kern advising that the
report made by the City of Bakersfield Building Department concerning
demolished, repaired and closed dwellings in the Sunset-Mayflower Area
had been approved and that the City of Bakersfield has fulfilled the
obligation of substandard dwelling elimination, under the Cooperation
Agreement made between the City of Bakersfield and the Housing Authority
for Oro Vista Project, was received and ordered placed on file. The
City Clerk was instructed to furnish two copies of the communication
to the office of the City Manager, and return the original report of
the inspections made by the Building Department to the Building Ins~pector.
City Attorney instructed to prepare
zoning resolution granting application of
St. Paul's Episcopal Parish for modification
to permit the use of premises for the purpose
of constructing, operating and maintaining an
additional church building on that certain
property located on the northerly side of
17th Street between "B" and "C" Streets.
This being the time set for hearing before the Council on
appeal of nine property owners in the area to the decision of the Planning
Commission granting a modification to St. Paul's Episcopal Parish to
permit the use of certain premises for the purpose of constructing,
operating and maintaining an additional church building, to be located
five feet from the side property line, with waiver of Off-Street Parking
requirements, on that certain property located on the northerly sld,~ of
17th Street, between "~' and"C" Streets, all interested persons present
were given an opportunity to be heard. The City Clerk read a comm~ication
Bakersfield, ,California, February 10, 1958 - 8
from Mrs. Ethel Herald favoring the granting of the modification. Aft~er
due consideration was given to all arguments present~d, upon a motion
by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, the recommendation of the Planning
Commission was approved, and the City Attorney was instructed to prepSare a
zoning resolution granting the modification.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, the Council
adjourned at 9:32 P.M.~
MAYOR~Ci y or--eld, Calif.
ATTEST:
City of Bakersfield, California
the Council of the
Bakersfield, California, February 17,
1958
Minutes of the regular m~ting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. February 17, 1958.
Invocation was given by Dr. Glenn D. Puder of the First
Presbyterian Church.
Present:
Absent:
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz,
Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Councilman Collins
Bentley,
Carnakis,
Minutes of the regular meeting of February 10, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Acceptance of bid of Shell Oil Company
to furnish Gasoline requirements for 1958.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, bid of Shell
Oil Company to furnish first grade regular gasoline for .1699 per
gallon and premium grade gasoline for .204 per gallon, was accepted,
all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to sign
the contract in behalf of the City.
Bids awarded for Spray Chemical
requirements for 1958.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, bids for Spray
Chemical requirements for 1958 were awarded as follows:
Item 1 Lenick Seed and Chemical Company
Items 2 and 4 California Spray Chemical Company
Items 3, 5 and 6 Los Angeles Chemical Company
Council waives irregularity in bid
presented by Preston Weed Control
Company to furnish Weedkiller requirements.
In accordance with recommendation from City Manager Gunn, upon
a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Bentley, the Council waived the
irregularity in low bid to furnish Weedkiller requirements submitted
by the Preston Weed Control Company who failed to accompany same with
required certified check, but later substituted a certified check.
Acceptance of bid of Preston Weed Control
Company to furnish Weedkiller requirements.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Croes, bid of Preston
Weed Control Company to furnish 16,500 gallons of Weedkiller for
Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1958 - 2
$2,359.50 was accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor
was authorized to sign the contract in behalf of the City.
Reception of City Auditor's Financial
Report for January, 1958.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, the City Auditor"s
Financial Report for January, 1958 was received and ordered placed on f~Lle.
Approval of Change Order No. 1 to
Ted Alfter for Multi-purpose Game Slab
for Beale Park and Planz Park.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Doolin, Change Order No. ~
to Ted Alfter for the construction of 4" x 12" foundation under
construction joints of Multi-purpose Game Slab for Beale Park and Planz
Park, with additional compensation due Contractor for the change
amounting to $176.00, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to
sign same in behalf of the City.
Appointment of Mr. Frank Pe11 as Member
of Civil Service Commission for
Miscellaneous Departments.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Doolin, Mr. ~ank Pell
was appointed to fill the vacancy existing on the Civil Service
for Miscellaneous Departments, term to expire December 31,
Commission
1958.
Re-appointment of Mr. Richard Tigner as
Member of Civil Service Commission for
Miscellaneous Departments.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Doolin, Mr. Richard
Tigner was re-appointed as a Member of the Civil Service Commission
for Miscellaneous Departments for a four year term expiring December 31,
1961.
Approval of Specifications for drilling
16 inch Rotary Gravel Envelope Well in
Central Park and Purchasing Agent authorized
to advertise for bids for same.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, specifications
were approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized to advertise
for bids for drilling a 16 inch Rotary Gravel Envelope Well in Central
Park.
Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1958
Approval of Plans and Specifications for
Shuffleboard Slabs in Senior Citizens
Area in Beale Park and Purchasing Agent
authorized to advertise for bids for same.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, plans and
specifications were approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized
to advertise for bids for Shuffleboard Slabs in Senior Citizens
area in Beale Park.
Approval of Plans and Specifications for
construction of Storm Drain in University
Avenue between River Blvd. and West Point
Drive and Purchasing Agent authorized to
advertise for bids for same.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, plans and
specifications were approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized
to advertise for bids for construction of a storm drain in University
Avenue between River Blvd. and West Point Drive.
Acceptance of Grant of Easement from
Southern Pacific Company for widening
crossing at Planz Road.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, Grant of
Easement from ~uthern Pacific Company for widening Crossing No. 317.9
at Planz Road was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to sign same
in behalf of the City.
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for 5 - Police and Taxicab Service
Package 4-door Sedans.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, the Purchasing
Agent was authorized to advertise for bids for 5 - Police and Taxicab
Service Package 4-door Sedans. The Police Department was granted
permission to retain two 1955 sedans, with three cars to be offered as
trade-ins.
City Auditor authorized to issue check
to Mrs. Mary Henry covering refund for
unused building permit.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by BalfaRz, the City Auditor
was authorized to issue a check in amount of $20.00 to Mrs. Mary Henry,
212 Clyde Street, covering refund for unused building permit.
Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1958 - 4
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1169 New Series
amending Subdivision (a) of Section 11 of
Ordinance No. 1095 New Series of the City
of Bakersfield, by adding thereto the
classification of and schedule for Assistant
Poundman.
Upon a motion by Dewire, Seconded by Carnakis, Ordinance No..
1169 New Series amending Subdivision (a) of Section 11 of Salary
Ordinance No. 1095 New Series of the City of Bakersfield, by adding
thereto the classification of and schedule for Assistant Poundman, was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Collins
Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 133 gra~ ng
Modification of Zoning Ordinance No. 1010
New Series to permit the construction,
operation and maintenance of an additional
church building to be located five feet from
the side property line, with waiver of Off-
Street Parking, on that property located on
the northerly side of 17th Street between "B"
and "C" Streets.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, Zoning Resolution
No. 133 granting application of St. Paul's Episcopal Parish for
modification of Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series to permit the
construction, operation and maintenance of an additional church building
to be located five feet from the side property line, with waiver of
Off-Street parking, on that property located on the northerly side of
17th Street between "B" and "C" Streets, was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley,
Noes: None
Absent: Collins
Carnakis, Croes, Dewire, Doolln
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers Nos.
2368 to 2448, inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee
were approved, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1958 - 5
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Adoption of Resolution No. 12-58
proclaiming Tuesday, ~rch 18, 1958,
as "POTATO DAY."
Upon a motion by Carnakis~ seconded by Balfanz, Resolution No.
12-58 welcoming Mr. J. Wilson Newman, President of Dun & Bradstreet,
commending the Kern County Potato Growers Association for its invaluable
contributions to the development of more efficient potato production,
marketing and utilization, and proclaiming Tuesday, March 18, 1958, as
"Potato Day", was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Collins
Communication from Kern County Safety
Council regarding ¥City Traffic Inventory
Program", referred to the City Manager for
handling.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from the Kern County Safety Council calling the attention of the Council
to the fact that Bakersfield is the only major city in Kern County
eligible for the National Safety Council's "City Traffic Inventory
Program" was received and referred to the City Manager for handling.
Communication ~rom State r~vision of
Highways recommending that early
consideration be given:to the-submission
of annual budget for expenditure of gas
tax funds for 1958-59 fiscal year, referred
to the City Manager.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from Mr. U. H. Erickson, City and County Cooperative Projects Engineer
of the State Division of Highways, recommending that early consideration
be given to the submission of annual budget for expenditure of gas tax
funds for the 1958-59 fiscal year, was received and referred to the
City Manager.
Petition from property owners of Block
146 in the City of Bakersfield requesting
that the southeast corner of the Block
fronting on "R" Street be paved with sidewalks
referred to the City Manager and City
Attorney for the necessary action.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, request from
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Bakers~ield~ California, February 17~ 1958 - 6
seventy-five per cent of the property owners of Block 146 in the City
of Bakersfield that the southeast corner of the block fronting on
"R" Street be paved with sidewalks, was referred to the City Manager
and City Attorney for the necessary action.
Reception of communication from the Kern
County Property Owners Association on
the subject of China Lake Naval Ordnance
Test Station.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Dewire, communication
from Kern County Property Owners Association on the subject of China
Lake Naval Ordnance Test Station, was received and ordered placed on
file.
Reception of Amendment No. 1 to the
Application of United Air Lines, Inc. to
the Public Utilities Commissio~, for
authority to increase intrastate passenger
fares.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Amendment No. 1
to the application of the United Air Lines, Inc. to the Public Ut2tities
Commission, for authority to increase intrastate passenger fares, was
received and ordered placed on file.
Request from Kern County Used Car Dealers
Association that Ordinances No. 730 New Series
and No. 768 New Series be repealed, referred
to the City Manager and City Attorney for
appropriate action.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, request from
the Kern County Used Car Deale~ ~sociation that Ordinance No. 730
New Series and No. 768 New Series be repealed, was referred to the City
Manager and City Attorney for appropriate action.
Members of Civic Auditorium (bmmittee
authorized to fly to Spokane to inspect
Civic Auditorium.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, the Council's
Civic Auditorium Committee was authorized to fly to Spokane, Washington,
at City expense, to inspect that City's 7000 seating capacity auditorium,
which was constructed for a cost of $2,225,000.00.
Bakersfield, California, February 17, 1958 - 7
29
Resolution from Greater Bakersfield Chamber
of Commerce dealing with the proposed
East-West freeway, referred to the Freeway
Committee for study and report.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, resolution
from the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce dealing with the
proposed East-West Freeway, was referred to the Freeway Committee for
study and report. Copies were ordered sent to all members of the
Council and to the City Manager for the members of his administratiw~
staff.
Resolution from East Bakersfield Progressive
Club urging the adoption of an East-West
Freeway Plan referred to the Freeway Committee
for study and report.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, resolution from
the East Bakersfield Progressive Club urging the adoption of an East-West
Freeway Plan, was referred to the Freeway Committee for study and report.
Copies were ordered sent to all members of the Council and to the
City Manager for the members of his administrative staff.
Approval of Agreement with Eastern Electosonic
Industries Corporation for use of water for
KBIS Transmitter Station.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Carnakis, agreement
with the Eastern Electrosonic Industries Corporation for use of water
by the KBI8 Transmitter Station for domestic purposes, was approved,
and the Mayor was authorized to sign same in behalf of the City.
At this time, the City Clerk read proposed ordinance prohibiting
officers and employees of the City of Bakersfield from joining labor
unions or organizations affiliated therew~h.
City Attorney instructed to prepare
resolution commending the Police Department
and all organizations participating in the
activities relative to "Crime Prevention
Week."
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, the City Attorney
was instructed to prepare a resolution commending the Police Department
and all the organizations participating in the activities connected
with "Crime Prevention Week."
Bakersfield, California,-February 17, 1958 - 8
City Manager instructed to communicate with
certain cities in the State relative to the
participation by the counties in financing
the improving of streets of general county
interest.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, the City Manager
was instructed to communicate with cities in various counties in the
State in order to obtain a sampling relative to the participation
by the counties in financing the improving of streets of general county
interest. The City Manager was also instructed to make overtures to
the Board of Supervisors for financial assistance in connection with
the improving of Chester Avenue between Fourth Street and Casa Loma
Drive.
Minute Order issued to City Manager to
consult with the State Division of Highways
relative to the construction of a pedestrian
walk across Oak Street~
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, a Minute Order
was issued to the City Manager to consult with the State Division of
Highways relative to the Construction of a pedestrian walk across Oak
Street, primarily for the use of school children.
City Auditor authorized to transfer
funds for the purchase of parts for
maintenance of the traffic signals
recently installed on Union Avenue.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, the Ci'ty Auditor
was authorized to transfer $4000.00 from Account No. 32-518-35, Public
Works, Street Lighting, to Account No. 32-515-30, Public Works, Traffic
Signals, for the purchase of parts for the maintenance of the traffic
signals recently installed on Union Avenue. If, in the opinion of the
City Attorney, it is legal to place the order for these parts with
the Econolite Corporation in Los Angeles, where they are available,
the Purchasing Agent was authorized to do so.
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Bak~rsfield, California, February 17~ 1958- 9
Extension of time granted Kern County
Canal and Water Company to complete the
work of fencing canals within the City.
In accordance with recommendation from the City Manager, upon
a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, an extension of 180 days time
was granted the Kern ~unty Canal and Water Company to complete the
work of fencing canals within the City, which has been delayed by
operational and other problems.
City Auditor authorized to issue check
to the Bureau of the Census, Department of
Commerce, to cover portion of cost of
conducting special census in the City.
Mayor Sullivan designated as official authorized
to sign formal agreement for the census.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the City Auditor
was authorized to issue a check to the Bureau of the Census, Department
of Commerce, in the amount of $2300.00, to cover the cost of preparing
the special census maps, tabulation of results, sUpervisor"s salary,
travel and subsistence, overhead, and supplies and miscellaneous,
portion of cost to conduct a special census~in the City of Bakersfie16[.
Mayor Sullivan was designated as the official authorized to sign the
formal agreement for conducting this special census.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the Council
adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
M~aXOA~ of the City of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
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Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of theCity
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council of the City Hall at
eight o'clock P.M. February 24, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Ralph Bolick, Pastor
of St. Mark's Methodist Church.
Present:
Mayor Sullivan. C0uncllmen Bal!anz, Bentley, Carnakls,
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of February 17, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Adoption of Resolution No. 13-58
commending the men and women of the
Bakersfield Reserve Police.
At this time, the members of the Bakersfield Reserve Police
who were present in the Council Chamber, were publicly commended by
Chief Horace V. Grayson, and upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by
Dewire, Resolution No. 13-58 officially commending and extending the
heartfelt thanks of the Mayor and the City Council of the City of
Bakersfield to the men and women of the Bakersfield Reserve Police for
their splendid service to the taxpayers. of the City of Bakersfield, was
adopted as read by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Opening bids for 7000 pounds
Gutter Broom Wire.
This being the time set to open bids for 7000 pounds Gutter
Broom Wire, all bids receiyed were publicly opened, examined and
declared. Upon a motion by Bentley,seconded by Balfanz, the bids were
referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
City Auditor authorized to issue
check covering refund of unused building
permit to John Howard Construction, Inc.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, the City Auditor
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Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1958 - 2
was authorized to issue a check in amount of $24.00 to John Howard
Construction, Inc. representing a refund for unused building permit.
Approval of Salary increases
effective April 1, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin,
salary increases were approved,
NAME
J. E. Angelo
J. E. Boultinghouse
F. R. Collln
N. A. Gibson
W. W. Griffith
J. Holtschulte
H. J. Hughes
M. R. Kirchner
H. P. Linn
A. R. Lucas
A. H. Neal
K. V. 0liver
E. R. Shaline
H. A. Sisco
T. A. Summers
D. S. Torres
A.D. Truitt
O, G. Young
T. A. Ceccarelli
W. R. Chitwood
D. G. Edwards
W. G. Kniffen
L. L. Manzer
Lynn Ashby
F. R. Mobrice
J. B. Netherton
J. R. Butcher
Roger ~, Ellis
C. H. Pierce
R. K. Adams
R. S. Schroeder
Charles Higdon
Stuart Barrett
James V. Dodson
Turley Head
Dan M. Blanco
Boston Warren
NelceBarnett
W. R. Frazer
Richard Lomas
the following
effective April 1, 1958:
CLASSIFICATION FROM STEP TO STEP
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 .4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 4
Engineer 3 ,t
Engineer 3 4
~ngineer 3 ,t
ff~ee~ 3 4
Hoseman 4 5
Hoseman 4 5
Hoseman 4 5
Hoseman 4 5
Hoseman 4 5
Desk Sergeant 4 5
Patrolman 4 5
Patrolman 3 4
Mechanic 3 4:
Motor Patrolman 3 4
Motor Patrolman 4 5
Traffic Painter 4 5
Equip. Oper.Grade I 3 4
Semi-Skilled Laborer :
3 4
Semi-Skilled Laborer 3 4
Laborer 3 4
Sewage Pl.Op. Grade III 3 4
Semi-skilled Laborer 3 4
Sweeper Operator 3 4
Semi-skilled Laborer 3 4
Electrician's Helper 3 4
Semi-sk~lled Laborer 3 4
Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1958 - S
City Attorney instructed to redraft
proposed ordinance prohibiting officers
and employees of the City of Bakersfield
from joining labor unions or organizations
affiliated therewith.
Representatives Qf several labor orgknizations spoke before
the Council at this time, protesting the adoption of proposed ordinance
prohibiting officers and employees of the City of Bakersfield from
joining labor unions or organizations affiliated therewith. After
considerable discussion, motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, that
the City Attorney be instructed to redraft the ordinance, for the
consideration of the Council ~ two weeks, making it applicable only
to the members of the Police and Fire Departments, and deleting
sentence in Section 1 requiring any employee now a member of a union
to disassociate himself from such organization or union witkin thirty
days, carried unanimously.
Adoption of Resolution No. 14-58 authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to~execute~Pole . ~
Contact agreement w~.th the ~acific ~as ana
Electric Comicany for installation at southeast
corner of "P" Street and alley between
California Avenue and 11th Street.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, Resolution
No. 14-58 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Pole
Contact agreement with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for.
installation at southeast corner of "P" Street and alley between
California Avenue and 11th Street, was adopted by the following vote:
Bentley, Carnakis., Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Ares: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 15-58 authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Pole
Contact agreement with the Pacific Gas and
Electric Company for installation at northeast
corner of alley between 19th and 20th Streets.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Dewire, Resolution No.
15-58 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Pole Contact
Bakersf~ield, CalifQrnia, February 24, 1958 - 4
agreement with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for installation
at northeast corner of alley between 19th and 20th Streets, was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Approval of Performance Bonds from the
Pacific Gas and Electric Company covering
Gas and Electric Franchises granted by
the City of Bakersfield.
upon a motion by Cbllins, seconded by Balfanz, bonds in the
sum of $1,000.00 each, covering the performance of every term and
condition of gas and electric franchises granted to the Pacific Gas
and Electric Company by the City of Bakersfield on the 20th day of
January, 1958, were approved.
Reception of communication from Pacific Gas
and Electric Company accepting gas franchise
granted by the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, communication
from the Pacific Gas and Electric Company accepting gas franchise granted
to it by the City of Bakersfield under Ordinance No. 1166 New Series,
passed by the Council on the 20th day of January, 1958, was received
and ordered placed on file.
Reception of communication from Pacific Gas
and Electric Company accepting Electric
franchise granted by the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, communication
from the Pacific Gas and Electric Company accepting electric franchise
granted to it by the City of Bakersfield under Ordinance No. 1167 New
Series, passed by the Council on the 20th day of January, 1958, was received
and ordered placed on file.
Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1958 - 5
Adoption of Resolution No. 16-58 commending
Bakersfield Exchange Club and all partici-
pating individuals, law enforcement agencies
and other organizations for support in making
"Crime Prevention Week" a success.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, Resolution ~
16-58 commending the Bakersfield Exchange Club and all participating
individuals, law enforcement agencies and other organizations f~r
their enthusiastic support and assistance in making "Crime Prevention
a success, was adopted by the following vote:
Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Week"
Ayes:
Noes: None
Absent: None
Permission granted the Society for the
Preservation and Encouragement of Barber~
Shop Quartet Singing in America to display
banner on Chester Avenue publicizing
"Harmony Holiday."
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the Society for
the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Q~artet Singing in
America was granted permission to display a banner across Chester Avenue
from April 6, 1958 through April 12, 1958, publicizing "Harmony
Holiday."
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Vouchers Nos~.
2450 to 2521 inclusive, as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee,
were allowed, and the City ~ditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cc~r the respective amounts.
Communication from the Greater Bakersfield
Chamber of Commerce requesting the City to
renew contract for Industrial Development
Department activities referred to the City
Manager for recommendation.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, communication
from the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce requesting the City of
Bakersfield to renew the contract for Industrial Development Departm.ent
' Bakersfield,, California,, February 24, 1958 - 6
37
activities in amount of $9,000 for the fiscal year 1958-59, was rece:lved
and referred to the City Manager for recommendation.
Reception of communication from Bakersfield
Board of Education enclosing revised schedule
of regular Board Meetings for the remainder
of the school year.
Upon a motion by Carnakls, seconded by Doolin, communication
from the Bakersfield Board of Education enclosing revised schedule of
regular Board meetings for the remainder of the school year of 1957-58,
was received and ordered placed on file.
City Auditor authorized to issue check
for one month's salary to retiring
Fire Marshall W. E. Austin.
In accordance with Section (201) 19 of the Charter, upon a
motion by Doolln, seconded by Croes, the City Auditor was authorized to
issue a check for one month's salary to retiring Fire Marshall W. E.
Austin.
Reception of communication from Council
for Community Planning re Housing for the
Aged.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from Council of Community Planningre Housing for the Aged, was received
and ordered placed on file.
Permission granted Kern County Kennel Club
to display banner across Chester Avmue
publicizing annual dog show contigent
upon using brackets belonging to Downtown
Merchants Association.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, permission wf~s
granted Kern County Kennel Club, Inc. to display banner across Chester
Avenue publicizing annual Dog Show, providing they receive permission
from the Downtown Merchants Association to hang banner on brackets used
for Christmas decorations.
Failure of motion to present resolution
of protest at hearing before the Public
Utilities Commission on application of
A. T. & S. F. Railway Company for authority
to discontinue Trains No. 61 and No. 6.
A communication from Mr. Clark H. Johnson, legislative
committeeman ORC Division No. 432, requesting the City to present a
protest at formal hearing to be held in Bakersfield, February 28, 1958,
· Bakersfield,~ California, l~bruary 24, 1958 - 7
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent; None
before the Public Utilities Commission on application of the A. T. &
S. F. Railway Compagy for authority to discontinue Trains No. 61 and
No. 6, was read, and it was moved by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin,
that the City Attorney prepare a resolution of protest to be signed by
the Mayor, and present said reso~ution to the Commission at the formal
hearing. The motion failed to carry by the following vote:
Ayes: C~rnakis, Collins, Doolin
Noes: Balfanz, Bentley, Croes, Dewire
Absent: None
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1170 New Series
apprqving annexation of a parcel of
uninhabited territory to the City of
Bakersfield, California, designated as
College Heights No. 2, and providing for
the taxation of said territory to pay the
bonded indebtedness of said City.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Ordinance
No. 1170 New Series approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited
territory to the City of Bakersfield, California, designated as
College Heights No. 2 and providing for the taxation of said territory
to pay the bonded indebtedness of said City, was adopted by the
following vote:
Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Re-appointment of Mr. Charles Anspach
as Member of Civil Service Commission
for Miscellaneous Departments.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Bentley, Mr. Charles
Anspach was re-appointed as a Member of the Civil Service Commission
for Miscellaneous Departments for a four year term expiring December
31, 1961.
Bakersfield, California, February 24, 1958 - 8
Appointment of Mr. Harry L. Meyers as
Member of the Board o~ Charity Appeals
and Solicitations deferred for one week.
It was moved by Balfanz, Seconded by Dewire, that Mr.
Harry L. Meyers be appointed as Member of the Board of Charity Appeals
and Solicitations. Substitute motion by Collins, seconded by Bentley,
that action on the appointment be deferred for one week, carried
unanimously.
City Engineer directed to prepare the
necessary notices to the property owners
involved, to proceed with the work of
paving sidewalks on the west side of "R"
Street between 23rd and 24th Streets.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, the City
Engineer was directed to prepare the necessary notices to the property
owners involved, in order to proceed with 2he work of paving the
sidewalks on the west side of "R" Street between 23rd and 24th Streets.
Action on matter of exchange of property
to be used for shops and offices of the
Municipal Transit System deferred for one
week.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Bentley, action on
proposal to exchange property to be used for shops and offices of
the Municipal Transit System was deferred for one week.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, the
Council adjourned at 10:50 P.M.
MAYOR of the CCty of Bakersfield
ATTEST:
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, March 3, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'cloc~ P.M. March 3, 1958.
Invocation was given by Rabbi Milton L. Shulman of Temple
Beth-E1.
Present:
Absent:
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins,
Croes~ Dewire, Doolin
None
Minutes of the regular meeting of February 24, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Acceptance of bid of Brown-Bevis
Industrial Equipment Company to
furnish 7000 pounds Gutter Broom Wire.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, bid of Brown-Bevis
Industrial Equipment Company to furnish 7000 pounds Gutter Broom Wire
price of $2,169.44 was accepted, and all other bids were
for a total
rejected.
Reception of report on the Eastside
Freeway Proposal as submitted by the Council
Freeway Committee.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, report on the
proposed Eastside Freeway and containing certain recommendations concerning
the construction of same, as submitted by the Council Freeway Committee,
was received and ordered placed on file.
City Attorney instructed to prepare a
resolution adopting the Council Freeway
Committee's report on the proposed Eastside
Freeway in its entirety.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, the City Attorney
was instructed to prepare a resolution adopting the Council Freeway
Committee's report on the proposed Eastside Freeway in its entirety.
Appointment of Mr. Harry L. Meyers as
Member of the Board of Charity Appeals
and Solicitations to fill existing vacancy,
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Dewire, Mr. Harry L. Meyers
was appointed a Member of the Board of Charity Appeals and Solicitations
to fill existing vacancy,term to expire October 1, 1958. Councilman
Carnakis voted in the negative on this motion.
Bakersfield, California, March 3, 1958 - 2
Appointment of Mr. Robert O. McCoy as
Member of Fire Department Civil Service
Commission.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakls, Mr. Robert O.
McCoy was appointed as Member of Flre Department Civil Service Commission
for a six year term expiring December 31, 1963.
Reception of communication from M.I.C.,
Inc. offering its property to the City
for use by the Municipal Transit System.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Bentley, communication
from N.I.C., Inc. offering to sell its real property at 1217 "S"
Street to the City for use by the Municipal Transit System, was
received and ordered placed on file.
Approval of exchange of property for
municipal bus system terminal. City
Audi'tor authorized to issue check for
additional frontage needed.
Mr. Ray Meagher, chairman of the Transit Authority, appeared
before the Council and gave an explanation justifying the Transit
Authority's proposal to exchange the property purchased from the Se~L
Breeze and Pacific Produce Company, intended to be used for construction
of municipal transit system offices and shops, for property owned by
the A. T. & S. F. Railway Company located easterly from Oak Street on
the south side of Sixteenth Street. Upon a motion by Doolin, secondied
by Dewire, the proposal was approved, and the City Auditor was authc.rized
to issue a check in amount of $3850.00, plus incidental escrow expenses,
to cover the additional frontage which the Transit Authority feels is
necessary for efficient operation of the buses at the terminal. The
property is described as portions of Block 417-C and adjacent vacated
alley and Poplar Street, for a depth of 330 feet from the east line .of
Oak Street, and a depth of 264 feet from Sixteenth Street, less a
triangle having a height of 20 feet and a base of 203 feet in the
southeast corner of said property. Councilman Collins voted in the
negative on this motion.
Bakersfield, California, March 3, 1958 - 3
Action on request from Union O11 Company
· of California for permission to conduct
geophysicial work across certain lands in
the City limits, deferred for one week.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by B~ntley, action on
request from the Union Oil Company of California for permission, for a
period of ninety days, to conduct geophysical work over and across
those certain lands owned by the Eagles Aerie No. 93, which property
lies within the City limits, was deferred for one week.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1171 New Series
repealing Ordinances Nos. 363, i New Sdries,
730 New Series, 768 New Series and 1145 New
Series, all of the City of Bakersfield,
California.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Ordinance No.
1171 New Series repealing Ordinances Nos. 363, 1 New Series, 730 New
Series, 768 New Series and 1145 New Series, all of the City of BakersJ~ield,
California, was adopted by the following vote:
Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 17-58
authorizing the Chief Building Tnspector
to destroy public records.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, Resolution No.
17-58 authorizing the Chief Building Inspector to destroy tke public
records designated in his letter filed with the Council, was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bak~rsfield, ~alifornia, March 3, 1958 - 4
Acceptance of right of way deeds for
the construction and maintenance of a
fence along the Kern Island Canal from
19th Street to Terrace Way.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, the following
deeds were accepted granting the City a right of way for the construction
and maintenance of a fence along the Kern Island Canal from 19th
Street to Terrace Way,
behalf of the Cit~.
DE~NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
and the Mayor was authorized to sign same in
NAME
Rose L. Jung
Joseph & Rose H. Vitale
Mullhofer Incorporated
Chas. Cohn Estate
Chas. Cohn Estate
Nolan L. & Mary K. Clay
Nolan Lynn Clay
Frank & Betty Mae Girami
Eugene & Marie Motte
Li111e Rebecca Ogden
J. L. & Forest Opal Shell
Harry Tatsuno
John J. & Betty H. Vincenti
W. D. & Margaret E. Morgan
Ralph V. & Maude A. Anderson
Board of Trustees of the Church
of God at Bakersfield
O. B. & Louise M. Clarke
Helen Morris
Edward & Louise Pieper
George & Hazel Popp
Helen Devaney Stone
Burton C. & Ora R. Green
Hattie L. Pierce
Julian Pacciorini
John O. McManus
Ethel Plank & Earl Warren
BAKERSFIELD, California, March 3,
1958 - 5
DEED NO.
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32
33
34
35
36
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41
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43
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NAME
Curtis R. & Lura H. Stringer
Beatrice J. Magowan
Emma L. Buckmaster
~uma L. Buckmaster
California Water Service Co.
Brandt Investment Co.
John & Betty Jane Kunder
Agnes Zacheisz
John Patterson & Louise Patterson
Harvey A. Thomas
Burton C. & Ora R. Green
Chris & Nicholleta Poulogianis
John M. & Rose G. Longway
C. Roy Nicholson
Hester Kinnear
Charlotte Gibson, Vera K. Gibson,
Dorothy M. Gibson
A. E. & Maude Hoagland
Norma J. McIntire
Harry C. & Mabel Welch - ~ Int.
E.S.J. & Veronica Baldwin - ~ Int.
Walter W. & Nova L. Snyder
Walter W. & Nova L. Snyder
Louis J. Brandt
Mary M. Deabill
Joseph & Hermina Angelo
B. E. & Ethel Reeder
Ronald & Frances Cantleberry
Frank O. & Ruth M. Norman
Cyrille E. & Jeanette Giraud
Rene & Lillian Fallot
Bakersfield, California, March 3, 1958 - 6
Denial of request from E. David Beatte
for permission to fly over this community
to distribute free drawing tickets
publicizing Valley Home Show to be held
in Fresno.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, request from
E. David Beatie, publicity agent, for permission to fly over this community
to distribute a large quantity of free drawing tickets publicizing the
Valley Home Show to be held in Fresno, was denied.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos..
2523 to 2587 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee,.
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Adoption of Resolution No. 18-58 authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement
with the Pacific Gas & Electric Company covering
pole contacts for service riser and metering
equipment located on N/W corner 17-18th Street
alley and "L" Street.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, Resolution No.
18-58 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with
the Pacific ~s & Elecctric Company covering pole contacts for service
riser and metering equipment .located on N/W corner 17-18th Street Alley
and "L" Street, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 19-58 authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute agreement
with the Pacific Gas & Electric Company covering
pole contacts for service riser and metering
equipment located at N/W corner of Truxtun Avenue
and "L" Street.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution No.
19-58 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement
with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company covering pole contacts for
Bakersfield, California, March 3, 1958 - 7
ser,vice riser and metering equipment located on N/W corner of Truxtun
Avenue and "L" Street, was adopted by the following Vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakls, Collins, Croes, Dewire, ~olin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 20-58 authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute agreement
with the Pacific Gas & Electric Company
covering pole contacts for service riser and
metering equipment located at S/W corner of
21st and "Q" Btreets.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, Resolution
No. i20-58 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute agreement
wit! the Pacific Gas & Electric Company covering pole contacts for
service riser and metering equipment located at S/W corner of 21st
and "q" Streets, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noe~: None
Absent: None
Approval of Agreement with the Kern County
Union High School and Junior College
District for use of City swimming pools.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Dewire, Agreement
with the Kern County Union High School and Junior College District
for use of City pools to give. swimming instruction to high school
classes, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to sign same in
behalf of the City.
Mayor and City-County Cooperation Committee
authorized to negotiate with the Board of
Supervisors for the designation of Chester
Avenue as a primary County Road.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the Mayor and
City-County Cooperation Committee were authorized to study the problem
and then take the matter of designating Chester Avenue as a primary
County Road up with the Board of Supervisors.
Bakersfield, California, ~arch 3, 1958 - 8
47
Communication from Mr. John Holt, County
Supervisor, relative to the improvement
of the Clty's portion of Chester Avenue
referred to the City Manager for
· recommendation.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolln, communication
from Mr. John Holt, Supervisor 2nd District, advising the Council that
the C~unty is ready to call for bids for the improvement of the County's
portion Of South Chester Avenue and asking the City's intentions
regarding the improvement of its portion, was referred to the City
Manager for recommendation.
Reception of Notice of Hearing before the
Public Utilities Commiss~on in matter of
applications of various air lines for authority
to increase intrastate passenger fares.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Notice of
Hearing before the Public Utilities Commission in the matter of
applications of United Air LimeS, Inc., Western Air Lines, Inc., American
Airlines, Inc. Southwest Airways Company, Trans World Airlines, Inc.
and Bonanza Air Lines, Inc.'for authority to incr.ease intrastate
passenger fares, was received and ordered placed on file.
Communication from Southern O~lifornia
A.I.A., referred to Chairman of Civic
Auditorium Committee.
Upon a motion by Doolim, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from ~outh~n California (hapter, A.I.A., offering recommendations
for the sel'ection of an architect for the proposed Civic Auditorium,
w~s referred to the Chairman of the Civio Audito.rium Committee.
Reception of resignation of Mr. John
Gault as Member of Fire Department C~vil
Service Commission.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the resignation
of Mr. John C. Gault aS Member of the Fire Department Civil Service
Commission was accepted with regret, and the City Clerk was instructed
to send him a letter expressing the Council's gratitude for his 14
years of fiathful service on this Commission.
Bakersfield, California, March 3, 1958 - 9
Permission. granted Greater Bakersfield
Chamber of Commerce to hang street banners
publicizing the Nati0nal AAU'Track and Field
Championship to be held in Bakersfield on
June 21st.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, the Greater
Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce Was granted permission to hang banners
in ]~st and West Bakersfield business districts publicizing the National
AAU Track and Field ¢h~pionship to be held in Bakersfield on June 21st.
Complaint from Mrs. Beatrice Graham
relative to damage to her property
as a result of a clogged sewer line
referred to the City Manager for
transmittal to the City's insnrance
carrier.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, complaint from
Mrs. Beatrice Graham relative to damage done to her property at 2905
Haley Street as a result of a clogged sewer line, was referred to the
City Man~ger for transmittal to the City's insurance carrier for
investigation.
City Attorney instructed to prepare Zoning
Resolution granting application of Ralph L.
Smith, Jr. £or a variance of Zoning Ordinance
No. 1010 New Series to permit the operation
and maintenance of a Real Estate and Insurance
Office within the existing building on that
property designated as 2301 University Avenue.
This being the time set for hearing on appeal of Ralph L. Smith,
Jr. to decision of the Planning Commission denying his application for
a variance of ~ning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series to permit the operation
and maintenance of a Real Estate and Insurance Office within the existing
building on that property zoned as an R-1 (One-Family Dwelling) Zone
designated as 2301 University Avenue, and no protests or objections having
been received, upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Collins, the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare a zoning resolution granting the variance.
Bakersfield, California, March 3, 1958 - 10
City Attorney instructed to prepare ordinance
amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series
granting Application of San Joaquin Hospital,
Inc. by changing the land use zoning of that
certain property on the easterly side of Eye
Street between 26th and 27th Streets.
This being the time set for hearing on the matter and no
protests or objections having been received, upon a motion by Carnakis,
seconded by Balfanz, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance
amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series granting
application of San Joaquin Hospital, Inc. by changing the land use
zoning from a C-1 (Limited Commercial) Zone to a C-2 (Commercial) Zone
of that certain property on the easterly side of Eye Street between
26th and 27th Streets.
Slum clearance problem in the Sunset-
Mayflower District referred to the Housing
Committee.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, the slum
clearance problem in the Sunset-Mayflower District, as outlined to
the Council by Councilman Collins, was referred to the Housing Committee.
City Auditor authorized to transfer funds
for the purchase of additional steel shelving
for storage in the City Hall.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the City Auditor
was authorized to transfer $1000 from Account No. 11-100-60, City Manager
Unapplied Appropriations, to Account No. 11-105-94, City Hall, Non-
Structural Improv~nents, to purchase additional steel shelving for
storage in the City Hall.
Mayor authorized to sign Escrow
instructions covering purchase of
property from Mrs. Helen G. Capitan
to be used for extension of Corporation
Yard.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, the Mayor
was authorized to sign the Escrow instructions, and the City Auditor
was authorized to issue a check in amount of $7800.00, plus escrow fees
and incidental expenses, for the purchase of the S 39~ feet of Lots 5 and
6, Block 305, Bakersfield, from Mrs. Helen G. Capitan, property to be
used for the extension of the Corporation Yard.
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Bakersf~ield~ Califo~nia, March 3, 1958 - 11
City Attorney instructed to initiate
· proceedings to close, for street purposes,
alley extending south from Chester Lane,
lying east of Block i of Santa Fe Addition
No. 1, and west of Block 2 of A. T. & S. F.
Tract.
Upon a motionby Balf2n~, seconded by Doolin, the City Attorney
was instructed to initiate Proceedings to close, for street purposes,
alley extending south-from ~Chester Lane, lying east of Block i of
Santa Fe Addition No..1, and west of Block2 of A. T. & S. F. Tract.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, the
Council adjourned at 9:59 P.M.
~he City of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CITY ~x-O~fi~io Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, ~California, March 10, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. March 10, 1958.
Invocation was given by the~ Reverend J.
of the Wesley Methodist Church.
Present:
Absent:
Richard Hart, Pastor
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Carnakis, Collins, Croes,
Dewire, Doolin
Councilman Bentley
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 3, 1958 were approved
as presented.
City Auditor authorized to issue
check for relocation of two Western
Union Telegraph poles for proposed
widening of Planz Road.
In accordance with recommendation from the City Manager, upon
a motion byDewire, seconded by Collins, expenditure of approximately
$615.00 for the moving of two Western Union telegraph pD~es for proposed
widening of Planz Road at intersection of Southern Pacific Railroad and its
McKittrick Branch was approved, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue
necessary check.
City Manager instructed Co communicate
with the California Water Service Company
relative to the extension of water service
to the northeastern portion of the City.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, the City Manager
was directed to communicate with the California Water Service Company to
learn if they are in a position to extend water service out of their funds
to the northeastern portion of the City to take care of immediate needs
of that area.
Reception of Mayor Sullivan's report
on the Eastside Freeway proposal.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Mayor Sullivan's
report clarifying certain points relative to the proposed Eastside Freeway
was received and ordered placed on file.
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Bakersfield~ California~ March 10~ 1958 - 2
City Attorney instructed to prepare a
resolution approving a proposal to reroute
portions of State Mute 178 in the City of
Bakersfieldo
Upon a motion by Dewire~ seconded by Croes~ the City Attorney
was instructed to prepare a resolution approving the construction of
Phase No. i of the proposed Eastside Freeway~ utilizing Niles and
Monterey Streets~ and without a diagonal~ in accordanc~ with suggested
resolution accompanying Mr. E. To Scott~s letter dated April 7~ 1955.
Request from Union Oil C~upany of
California for permission to conduct
geophysical work over and across certain
lands owned by Eagles Aerie No. 93~ referred.
to the City Manager for report.
Upon a motion by C~oes~ seconded by Balfanz~ request from
Union Oil COmpany of California for permission to conduct geophysical
work over and across certain lands owned by Eagles Aerie No. 93~ situated
within the City limits~ was referred to the City Manager for rep~r~ back
at next Monday~s meeting°
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1174 New Series
prohibiting officers~and ~ployees of the
Police and Fire Departments of the City of
Bakersfield from joining certain organizations
affiliated with labor unions.
It was moved by Doolin that proposed ordinance prohibiting
officers and employees of the Police and Fire Departments of the City
of Bakersfield from joining certain organizations affiliated with
labor unions~ be not adopted. The motion died for lack of a second.
It was then moved by Dewire~ seconded by Croes~ that the
proposed ordinance as presented~ be adopted.
An amended motion was made by Collins~ seconded by Carnakis~
that the ordinance be adopted deleting Section 2 in its entirety.
Second amended motion was made by Carnakis~ seconded by Collias~
that the fourth line of Paragraph (b) of Section I be amended by
adding the words "or may become" after the word "is." Councilman Dewire
voted in the negative on this motion.
Bakersfield, California, March 10, 1958 - 3
Original motion, as amended, made by Dewire, seconded by
that Ordinance No. 1174 New Series probhiting officers and employees of
the Police and Fire Departments of the City of Bakersfield from joining
certain organizations affiliated with labor unions, be adopted, carried
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Carnakis, Collins,
Noes: Doolin
Absent: Bentley
Croes, Dewire
Encroachment Permit granted Greenfield
State Bank to place gas meter in planting
area between public sidewalk and bank building.
U~on a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Cro~s, Encroachment
Permit was granted Greenfield State Bank to place gas meter in planting
area between public sidewalk and bank building 70 feet from north
curb on Truxtun Avenue north on Eye Street, on east side of street next
to building.
Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 134
granting application of Ralph L. Smith
for variance to permit the operation and
maintenance of a real estate and insurance
office within the existing building on that
certain property designated as 2301 University
Avenue.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Croes, Zoning Resolution
No. 134 granting application of Ralph L. Smith for variance to permit the
operation and maintenance of a real estate and insurance office within
the existing building on that property designated as 2301 University
Avenue, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Bentley
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1172 New Series
amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series
granting application of San Joaquin Hospital,
Inc. by changing the land u~zoning of that
certain property on the easterly side of
Eye Street between 26th and 27th Streets.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, Ordinance No.
1172 New Series amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series granting
Bakersfield, California, March 10, 1958 - 4
application of San Joaquin Hospital, Inc. by changing the land use
zoning of that certain property on the easterly side of Eye Street
between 26th and 2~th Streets, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent: Bentley
B~lfanz, Carna~is, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
None
City Auditor authorized to transfer
necessary funds for Clty's share of
the cost of Police Radio ~stem.
Upon a motion by ~11ins, seconded by Doolln, the City Auditor
was authorized to transfer $17,850.00 from Account No. 11-100-60, City
Manager, Unapplied Appropriations, to Account No. 25-450-75, Police
Department, Capital Outlay, Signal and Communication Equipment, to cower
the matching funds required from the City by the U.S. Office of Civilian
Defense for the purchase of Police Radio System.
Acceptance of Grant Deed from Mrs.
Helen G. Capitan for property for
extension of Corporation Yard.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, Grant Deed from
Mrs. Helen G. ~pitan for the south 39½ feet of Lots 5 and 6 in Block 305,
Bakersfield, property to be used for the extension of the Corporation
Yard, was accepte~, and the Mayor was authorized to sign same in behall
Date set for hearing on application
of Edna Hill et al to amend zoning
boundaries of that property designated
as 1102, 1106 and 1118 Eye Street.
of the City.
A memorandum from the Planning Commission recommending denial
of application of Edna Hill et al to change the z~ning boundaries
of that property designated as 1102, 1106 and 1118 Eye Street, from an
R-3 (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling) Zone to a C-1 (Limited Commercial)
Zone, was read, and upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Carnakis,
the date of March 31, 1958 was fixed for hearing on this matter before
the Council.
Baker~field,~ Ca~ifornia, March 10, 1958 - 5
City Attorney instructed to prepare
resolution of 'intention for the vacation
of the north-south alley lying between Lots
196-198 and 199-202 in Tract No. 1795.
In accordance with recommendation from the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the City Attorney was
instructed to prepare a resolution of intention for the vacation of
the north-south alley between Lots 196-198 and 199-202 in Tract No.
1795.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Vouchers Nos.
2588 to 2705, inclusive, as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee,
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks
on the Bank of America to cover the .respective amounts.
City Auditor authorized to issue check
to Kern County Equipment Company for
sales tax erroneously paid.
In accordance with recommendation from the City Tax Collector,
upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, the City-Auditor was
authorized to issue check in amount of $56.95 to the Kern County E~lipment
Company for City sales tax erroneously paid by them on the sale of an
International truck.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1173 New Series
providing the procedure for conducting
meetings of the City Council of the City
of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, Ordinance
No. 1173 New Series providing the procedure for conducting meetings of
the City Council of the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Bentley
Bakersfield, California, March 10~ 1958 - 6
~Councilman Carnakis appointed to represent
the Council at meeting in the College Campus
Center Building to give recognition to people
of Greek ancestry residing in Kern County.
A communication from the International Relations Club of
Bakersfield College inviting the Council to attend a meeting Friday
evening, March 21, at 8:00 P.M. in the College Campus Center Building,
to give recognition to people of Greek ancestry residing in Kern ~unty,
was read, and upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfan~, Councilman
Carnakis was appointed to represent the Council at this meeting.
Documents from County of Kern relative
to conveyance of Panorama Park Site to
the City of Bakersfield referred to the
City Manager.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Croes, correspondence
and documents from the County of Kern relative to conveyance of Panorama
Park Site to the City of Bakersfield was referred to the City Manager.
Reception of letter advising of
Staff Organization of District VI
of State Division of Highways.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, letter advising
the City of the Staff Organization of District VI, State Division of
Highways, was received and ordered placed on file.
Reception of resolution of the California
Highway Commission restating its freeway
route adoption procedure on location or
major relocation of freeways on the State
Highway System.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, resolution
of the California Highway Commission restating and revising its freeway
route adoption procedure on location.or major relocation of freeways
on the State Highway System, was received and ordered placed on file,
and the City Clerk was instructed to send a copy of same to each member
of the Council.
Bakersfield, California, March 10, 1958- 7
Reception of communication from W. G.
Bain, Foreman, Kern County Grand Jury.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, communication
from W. G. Bain, Foreman, Kern County Grand Jury, advising that the
Grand Jury has investigated a certain matter brought up by Councilman
Carnakis at meeting of January 27, 1958, and found no evidence to
sustain a criminal action, was received and ordered placed on file.
Approval of salary increase for
G. D. Sollenberger, City Auditor,
effective May 1, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, salary
advance from ~ep 4 to Step 5, Schedule 30, was approved for
D. G. Sollenberger, City Auditor, effective May 1, 1958.
Approval of Plan of Standard Street
Improvements of the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, Plan of
Standard Street Improvements of theCity of Bakersfield, was approved.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Croes, the Council
adjourned at 11:10 P.M.
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, Calif.
'ATTEST:
CITY CLERI( ~nd~x-O~ficio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, March
17, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall
at eight o'clock P.M. March 17, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Charles Culbreath, Pastor
of the Presbyterian Church of the Master.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes,
Dewire, Doolin
Absent: Councilman Balfanz
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 10,
as presented.
1958 were approved
Opening bids for, drilling 16" Rotary
Gravel Envelope Well in Central Park.
This being the time set to open bids for drilling 16" Rotary
Gravel Envelope Well in Central Park, bid of Hylton Drilling Company was
publicly opened, examined and declared, this being the only bid received.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, the bid was referred to
the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Opening bids for Storm Drain in University
Avenue between River Boulevard and West
Point Drive.
This being the time set to open bids for Storm Drain in
University Avenue between River Boulevard and West Point Drive, all bids
received were publicly opened, examined and declared. Upon a motion by
Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the bids were referred to the City Manager
for study and recommendation.
Opening bids for Five Police and Taxicab
Service Package 4-door Sedans.
This being the time set to open bids for Five Police and Taxicab
Service Package 4-Door Sedans, all bids received were publicly opened,
examined and declared. Upon a motion by ~llins, seconded by Doolin,
the bids were referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Bakersfield, California, March 17, 1958 - 2
59
Permission granted the Union Oil Company
of California to conduct geophysical work
over and across certain lands owned by the
Eagle Aerie No. 93.
A communication from the Union Oil Company of California
requesting permission to conduct geophysical work over and across those
certain lands owned by the Eagles Aerie No. 93, which are in the City
limits, and agreeing to pay all court costs and attorney's fees in any
action filed for any damage resulting from said operations, was read,
and upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, the letter was
received and ordered placed on file, and the permit was granted.
Reception of City Auditor's Financial
Report for February, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the City
Auditor's Financial Report for February, 1958 was received and ordered
placed on file.
Appointment of Mr. Gerald Clifford
as Member of Fire Department Qvil
Service Commission.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Doolin, Mr. Gerald
Clifford was appointed as a member of the Fire Department Civil Service
Commission to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of
John Gault, term to expire December 31, 1961.
Matter of acceptance of Panorama Park
Site from the County of Kern referred
to the Council Recreation Committee for
study and report.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, the matter of
the acceptance of Panorama Park ~te from the County of Kern was
referred to the Council Recreation Committee for study and report.
CityqAttorney instructed to prepare
resolution approving proposed rules
submitted for Civil Service Board for
Miscellaneous Departments.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare a resolution approving proposed
rules submitted for Civil Service Board for Miscellaneous Departments.
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Bakersfield, California, March 17, 1958 - 3
Permission granted Leo Meek Edsel Sales
to keep pony on premises at 2300 H Street.
Upon a motion by Carnakis,' seconded by Dewire, Leo Meek Edsel
Sales was granted permit to keep pony on premises at 2300 H Street,
during the period that contest is being held to award the pony as a prize.
City Auditor authorized to issue check
to Marnet Pools for unused building and
plumbing permits.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the City Auditor
was authorized to issue a check in amount of $16.00 to Marnet Pools, refund
for unused plumbing and building permits.
Adoption of Resolution of Intention No.
734 declaring the intention of the Council
to order the vacation of an alley between
Lots 4 and 5, Block 2, A. T. & S. F. Tract,
and Lot 1, Block 1, Santa Fe Addition No. 1,
in the City of'Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, Resolution of Intention
No. 734 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, declaring
its intention to order the vacation of an alley between Lots 4 and 5,
Block 2, A. T. & S.~F. Tract, and Lot 1, Block 1, Santa Fe Addition No. 1,
in said City, and.fixing date of April 7, 1958 for bearing on the matter
before the Council, was adopted by the following vote:
Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Ayes: Bentley,
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed
from Dorothy B. Perry for portion of
Lot 4, Block 1, Santa Fe Addition.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Collins, Street Right of
Way Deed from Dorothy B. Perry for portion of Lot 4, Block 1, Santa Fe
Addition, was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to sign same in
behalf of the City.
City Auditor authorized to issue
check covering escrow fees on portion
of Lot 4, Block 1, Santa Fe Addition.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, the City Auditor
was authorized to issue a check in amount of $20.00 covering escrow
fees on portion of Lot 4, Block 1, Santa Fe Addition.
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Bakersfield, California, March 17, 1958 - 4
Adoption of Resolution of Intention No.
735 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield,
Calif0rnia, declaring its intention to ord~
the vacation of an alley lying north of
Columbus Street and between Haley Street and
Cornell Street, in said City.
Upon a motion by Collins,
Intention No. 735 of the Council of
seconded by Bentley, Resolution of
the City of Bakersfield, California,
declaring its intention to order the vacation of an alley lying north of
Columbus Street, and between Haley Street and Cornell Street, in said
City, and fixing ~ril 7, 1958 as the date of hearing thereon before the
Council, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
Adoption of Resolution No. 21-58 of the
City Council of the City of Bakersfield
t'entatively approving a proposal of the
State of California to. reroute portions of
State Mute 178 in the City of Bakersfield,
California.
Upon a motion by Rewire, seconded by Bentley, Resolution No.
21-58 of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield tentatively approving
a proposal of the State of California to reroute portions of State Route
178 in the City of Bakersfield, California, was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Bentley,
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Adoption of Resolution No. 22-58
of the City Council of the City of
Bakersfield waiving a public hearing
on the matter of the rerouting of State
Sign Route 178.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Bentley, Resolution No.
22-58 of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield waiving a public
hearing on the matter of the rerouting of State Sign Route 178 through
the City of Bakersfield in the event the State Highway Commission or the
State Highway Engineer does not alter the plans therefor as they exist
at this time except as to the location of the interchange on Union Avenue
in the vicinity of 26th Street, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley,
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
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Bakersfield, California, March 17, 1958 - 5
Action on Resolution adopting the
report of the Council Freeway Committee
dated February 28, 1958, in its entirety,
deferred for a period of time not to exceed
60 days.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Dewire, action on
Resolution adopting the report of the Council Freeway Committee dated
February 28, 1958, in its entirety, was deferred until such time as
a decision is received from the State Highway Commission on the
rerouting of portions of State Route 178, or in any case for a
period of time not to exceed 60 days.
City Clerk instructed to send certified
copies of Resolution Nos. 21-58 and 22-58
and Mayor Sullivan authorized to deliver
copies of same, to Mr. C. M. Gillis,
Director of Public Works, and Mr. George
T. McCoy, State Highway Engineer.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the City
Clerk was instructed to send certified copies of Resolution Nos. 21-5g
and 22-58, and Mayor Sullivan was authorized to deliver copies of the
same documents, on Wednesday, March 19th, to Mr. C. M. Gillissm
Director of Public Works, and Mr. George T. McCoy, State Highway
Engineer.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Collins, Vouchers Nos.
2706 to 2771 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee,
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on l~he
Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Reception of communication from C. E.
Mallachowtiz protesting issuance of
liquor license at Columbus and Mt. Vernon.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Bentley, communication J~rom
C. E. Mallachowitz protesting issuance of a liquor license to an
eEtablishment at Columbus and Mt. Vernon, was received and ordered placed
on file.
Bakersfield~ California~ March 17~ 1958 - 6
Resolution from Union Cemetery Association
requesting annexation of the westerly half
of Union Cemetery to the City of Bakersfield
referred to the Planning Commission for
study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, resolution
from the Union Cemetery Association requesting the annexation of the
westerly half of Union Cemetery to the City of Bakersfield was referred
to the Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
Request from the Kern County Farm Labor
Ministry to connect to city sewer line
referred to the City Manager for recommendation.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Dewire, request
from the Kern ~unty Farm Labor Ministry to connect a recreation area and
social center building at 2424 S. Cottonwood Road to the City sewer line,
was referred to the City Manager for recommendation.
Acceptance of resignation of Jere N.
Sullivan as Member of the Board of Appeals
of the Building Department and the Fire
Department.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, the resignation
of Jere N. Sullivan as Member of the Board of Appeals of the Building
Department and the Fire Department was accepted with regret, and the
City Clerk was instructed to direct a letter to Mr. Sullivan expressing
the appreciation of the Council for serving on the Commission.
Resolution of the Bakersfield Junior
Chamber of Commerce recommending and
approving the construction of a Civic
Auditorium referred to the Civic Auditorium
Committee.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Doolin, Resolution froin
the Bakersfield Junior Chamber of Commerce recommending and approving the
construction of a Civic Auditorium for the use and benefit of the citizens
of Bakersfield and Kern County, was referred to the Civic Auditorium
Committee.
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Bakersfield, California, March 17, 1958 - 7
City Attorney instructed to prepare
resolution designating April 19th as
Kern County Youth Participation and
Community Affairs Day.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare a resolution designating
April 19, 1958 as Kern County Youth Participation and Community
Affairs Day.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Croes, the Council
adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
ATTEST:
CI and ~ erk of the Cotmcil
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, March 24, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall[
at eight o'clock P.M. March 24, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Ralph Jells, Pastor o:~
St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes,
Dewire, Doolin
Absent: Councilman Balfanz
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 17, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Rejection as excessive of bid of Hylton
Drilling Company for drilling 16" Rotary
Gravel Envelope Well in Central Park.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, bid of Hylton
Drilling Company to drill 16" Gravel Envelope Well in Central Park
was rejected as exceeding the amount budgeted for this purpose.
Acceptance of bid of Wm. Schallock
for construction of University Avenue
Storm Drain.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, bid of Wm.
Schallock to construct storm drain in University Avenue for a total
amount of $37,979.50 was accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the
Mayor was authorized to sign the contract in behalf of the City.
Acceptance of bid of Three-Way Chevrolet
to furnish Five Police and Taxicab Service
Package 4-Door Sedans.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Dewire, net bid of Three
Way Chevrolet to furnish five units for $8712.45 was accepted, with ~n
allowance for trading in three 1955 Chevrolets Nos. 65, 66 and 75,
and all other bids were rejected.
Permission granted Kern County Farm
Labor Ministry to connect property to
City sewer line.
In accordance with recommendation from City Manager Gunn,
upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Collins, permission was granted
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the Kern County Farm Labor Ministry to connect recreation area and
social center building at 2424 South Cottonwood Road to City sewer
line, on the basis of $25.00 rental for the first year, subject to
review after the first year's experience with the operation.
Reception of Mayor Sullivan's report
on proposed Freeway Route 178.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Doolin, Mayor Sullivan's
report on the subject of the Proposed Freeway Route 178 was received
and ordered placed on file.
Acceptance of two right of way deeds
for construction and maintenance of a
fence along the Kern Island Canal.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Dewire, right of way
deeds from Joseph and Rose Vitale and Car1 B. and Mabel J. Israel, for
easement for construction and maintenance of a fence along the Kern
Island Canal were accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to sign in
behalf of the City.
Adoption of Resolution No. 23-58 approving
rules for the Civil Service Board for the Miscellaneous
Departments.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, Resolution No.
23-58 approving rules for the Civil Service Board for the Miscellaneous
Departments, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
Approval of Street Lighting Plans for
Tracts 1817 and 1878.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, Street Lighting
Plans for Tract 1817 and 1878 were approved, as part of the Master
Street Lighting Plan.
Appointment of Mr. Glenn Bultman as
Member of Board of Examiners and Appeals for
the Building Department.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, Mr. Glenn
Bultman was appointed as a member of the Board of Examiners and Appeals
for the Building Department.
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Confirmation of Mayor's appointment
of Mr. Glenn Bultman as Member of Board
of Examiners and Appeals for the Fire
Department.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the Mayor's
appointment of Mr. Glenn Bultman as member of the Board of Examiners
and Appeals for the Fire Department was confirmed.
Approval of Plans and Specifications and
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for the construction of restroom
buildings adjacent to swimming pools at
Jefferson, Beale and Central Parks.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, plans and
specifications were approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized to
advertise for bids for the construction of restroom buildings adjacent
to swimming pools at Jefferson, Beale and Central Parks, including
reconstruction of pool facilities at Central Park.
City Auditor authorized to transfer funds
for three'additional car units for Police
Radio System.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, the City
Auditor was authorized to transfer $875.00 from Account No. 25-450-72:,
Police Department Automotive Equipment, to Account No. 25-450-75,
Police Department Signals and Communications Equipment, to provide
City's share of matching funds for three additional car units for
Police Radio System.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos. 2772
to 2852 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Committee, were allowed,
and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on the Bank of America
to cover the respective amounts.
Adoption of Emergency Ordinance No.. 1175
New Series amending Section 18.08 of
Ordinance No. 1010 New Series.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Collins, Emergency
Ordinance No. 1175 New Series amending Section 18.08 of Zoning Ordinance
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No. 1010 New Series, was adopted as read by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
Adoption of Resolution No. 24-58 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring
its intention to call a Special Election in
certain inhabited territory contiguous to said
City proposed to be annexed thereto, for the
purpose of submitting to the qualified electors
residing in said territory the question whether
said territory shall be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield, and fixing a time and place when
and where any person owning real property within
such territory may appear before said Council and
show cause why such territory should not be so
annexed.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Dewire, Resolution No.
24-58 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring its intention
to call a special election in certain inhabited territory contiguous to
said City designated as Spruce Addition No. 1, proposed to be annexed thereto,
for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors residing in said
territory the question whether said territory shall be annexed to the
City of Bakersfield, and fixing April 28, 1958, as the time when any
person owning real property within such territory may appear before said
Council and show cause why such territory should not be so annexed, was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
Reception of certificates of City
Clerk and County Clerk certifying that
petition requesting annexation of Spruce
Addition No. 1 is sufficient.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, certificates
of the City Clerk and the County Clerk certifying that the number of
signatures on the petition filed requesting that Spruce Addition No. 1
as described in published Notice of Intention to Circulate Petition
Relating to Annexation Act of 1913 are equal in number to one-fourth
of the qualified electors within said territory, were received and ordered
placed on file.
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Communication from Vernon G. Smith, County
Road Commissioner, re plans for proposed
construction of the County's portion of Chester
Avenue referred to the City Manager.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Doolin, communication
from Vernon G. Smith, County Road Commissioner, advising that the
Board of Supervisors had instructed him to furnish the Council with a set
of plans for the proposed construction of the County's portion of
Chester Avenue, was referred to the City Manager.
Reception of communication from John Holt,
Supervisor, advising that n~ithe~ county nor
city streets are eligible for F. A. S. Funds
within the urban area or city limits.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, communication
from Mr. John Holt, Supervisor, advising that Vernon Smith, Road
er
CommissionS--states that neither county nor city streets would be
eligible for F. A. S. funds within the urban area or city limits, was
received and ordemed placed on file.
Communication from Dean A. Gay of Warde
D. Watson Realty Co. requesting requirements
to connect property adjoining the west side
of Union Avenue opposite Thelma and Jeffrey
Streets to the City sewer system referred
to the City Manager 'for answering.
A communication from Dean A. Gay, of the Warde D. Watson
Realty Company, advising that a client of his has entered into an
agreement to purchase a four acre parcel of land adjoining the west
side of Union Avenue opposite Thelma and Jeffrey Streets, and asking
what would be required to connect this property to the City sewer
system, was read, and upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the
matter was referred to the City Manager with instructions to communicate
with Nr. Gay and advise him that it will be necessary for this property
to be annexed to the City before sewer service will be extended, and
that application should be made to the Planning Commission to rezone
the property to R-4, in order to.build the multiple dwellings contemplated.
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Reception of communication from Mr. and Mrs.
Jas. W. Ogle thanking the Council for stand
taken on diagonal freeways across the Alta
Vista and Bernard Additions.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, communication
from Mr. and Mrs. Jas. W. Ogle thanking the Council for the stand taken.
on diagonal freeways across Alta Vista and Bernard additions, was
received and ordered placed on file.
Communication from Welton Becket and
Associates, architects, referred to
the Civic Auditorium Committee.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, communication.
from Welton Becket and Associates relative to e~ploying an architect
for the proposed Civic Auditorium, was referred to the Civic Auditorium
Committee.
City Manager directed to include funds
in next year's budget for construction
of swimming pool in Jastro Park.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Doolln, the City Manager
was directed to include sufficient funds in next year's budget to cover.
the construction of a swimming pool in Jastro Park~
City Manager instructed to communicate
with ~ate Division of Nighways relative
to replacement of lights at Union Avenue
Underpass.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the City
Manager was instructed to communicate with the district office of the
State Division of Highways in Fresno relative to the replacement of the
lights at the Union Avenue Underpass.
Resolution of Appreciation ordered for
retired Director of Public Works, J. B.
Holfelder.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, a Resolution
of Appreciation, to be made up on parchment, was ordered prepared for the
signature of the Council, to be presented to J. B. Holfelder, who retired
as Director of Public Works on March 21, 1958.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Bentley, the Council
adjourned.
MAYOR of the City of Bakers~-gld,
CITY CLERK and Officio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Calif.
Bakersfield, California, March S1, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. March 31, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend James Scherfee, Pastor
of the Oildale Congregational Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Bentley, Carnakis, Collins,
Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: Councilman Balfanz
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 24, 1958 were
approved as presented.
City Manager authorized to have an
actuarial survey made of the Police
Department State Retirement Plan
in order to determine the approximate
contribution to include Section 21264
of the State Retirement Act.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, the City
Manager was authorized to have an actuarial survey conducted of the Police
Department State Retirement Plan for determining the approximate
contribution to include Section 21264 of the State Retirement Act
(One-half continuance of the retirement allowance of a retired safety
member to certain dependents.)
Approval of Salary increases
effective May 1, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, the following
salary increases were approved, effective May 1, 1958:
NAME CLASSIFICATION FROM STEP TO STE~
Howard Sullivan Senior Appraiser 4 5
Charles Hartman Appraiser 3 4
M. L. Anderson Engineer 3 4
O. W. Matlock Engineer 3 4
Leroy Washington Engineer 3 4
P.M. Hopkins Hoseman 3 4
Frances Rynes Secretary to City Manager 4 5
Errol Knight Bldg. Mtn. Foreman 3 4
Mary Hodson Principal Receptionist 3 4
J. E. Bellemey Patrolman 4 5
R. E. Herman Patrolman 4 5
J. C. Marchand Traffic Painter 4 5
L. W. Doan Poundman 3 4
Robert Lomas Engineering Aide I 4 5
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1958 - 2
NAME
CLASSIFICATION
FROM STEP TO STEP
James Diaz
Joe Montez
A. B. Arriola
Clifton Newberry
Robert G. Gibson
Jack Roe
W. S. Walck
Ray Keller
J. B. Clark
Henry Contreras
Joseph Karam
John Tibbs
J. A. Olsson
A. R. Engel
Equipment Operator Grade III 4
Equipment Operator Grade I 3
Equipment Painter 4
Sewage Plant Operator Grade II 3
Sewage Plant Operator Grade III 3
Sewage Plant Operator Grade III 3
Sewer Maintenance Leadingman 4
Equipment Operator Grade II 4
Semi-skilled Laborer 4
Laborer 3
Semi-skilled Laborer 3
Laborer 3
Chief Building Inspector 4
Building Inspector 4
5
4
5
4
4
4
5
5
5
4
4
4
5
5
Request from Second Church of Christ
Scientist to annex church property to the
City referred to the Planning Commission.
Permission granted to connect to the City's
sewer system.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Bentley, request from the
Second Church of Christ Scientist to annex church property located
on the southeast corner of Noble and Mr. Vernon Avenue was referred to
the Planning Commission for study and recommendation, and permission
was granted to connect this property to the City sewer system.
Approval of Plans and Specifications and
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for the construction of Storm Drains
along Truxtun Avenue.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, plans and
specifications were approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized
to advertise for bids for the construction of storm drains along Truxtun
Avenue between "0" and "P" Streets and "L" and "M" Streets.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Vouchers Nos.
2853 to 2917 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Bakersfield, California~ March 31~ 1958 - 3
Reception of communication and report from
the California Water Service Company
reviewing the facts connected with providing
water service for certain areas adjacent to
the City.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, communication
and report from the California Water Service Company reviewing for its
customers in Bakers£ield and for the city government the facts connec~ed
with providing water service for certain areas adjacent to the City, as
requested in Mr. Gunn's letter of March 13, 1958, were received and
ordered placed on file.
Reception of Notices of Hearing be~fore the
Public Utilities Commission in the matter
of certain applications of the Southern Pacific
Company.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Notices of
Hearing before the Public Utilities Commission in the matter of the
applications of Southern Pacific Company to discontinue the operation
of passenger trains Nos. 59 and 60 and requesting authority to continue
special service charges for coach passengers on San Joaquin and Sacr~,ento
Daylights, were received and ordered placed on file.
City Attorney instructed to prepare Zoning
Resolution denying application of Edna Hill
et al to amend Zoning Ordinance by changing
the land use zoning of that property designated
as 1102, 1106 and 1118 Eye Street from an R-3
to a C-1 Zone.
This being the time set for hearing on application of Edna
Hill et al to amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series by changing 'the
land use zoning of that property designated as 1102, 1106 and 1118 Eye
Street from an R-3 (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling) Zone to a C-1
(Limited Commercial) Zone, and no protests or objections having been
received, upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Bentley, the recommend:~tion
of the Planning Commission was upheld, and the City Attorney was
instructed to prepare a zoning resolution denying the application.
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Hearing continued until April 28, 1958
to permit property owners to protest the
construction of sidewalk and curb on that
certain property on the west side of "R"
Street between 23rd and 24th Streets.
This being the time set for hearing protests on the construction
of a concrete sidewalk and curb on that portion fronting on "R" Street
between 23rd and 24th Streets, of that certain property described as
all of Lot 12 in Block 146 and all of Lots 7 and 8 in Block 146,
Bakersfield, upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by ~olin, the heari~g
was continued until Monday, April 28, 1958.
City Manager directed to work out a formula
for fixing sewer connection charges, for the
consideration of the Council at next week's
meeting.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the City
Manager was directed to work out a formula to be used for sewer connection
charges, for consideration by the Council at next Mortday's meeting.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the Council
adjourned at 8:54 P.M.
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, Calif.
A~rEST:
CITY CLER~and~LOf~icio Clerk of the Council of
the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, April 7, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, Califernia, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. April 7, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Donald Chunn, Pastor
of the University Baptist Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Bentley, Carnakis, Collins,
Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: Councilman Balfanz
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 31,
read and approved as read.
1958 were
Reception of City Manager's report on
Annual Service Charge for Sewer
Connections To City Sewers by Non-Residents
of City. City Attorney instructed to
prepare ordinance adopting the new schedule
of rates.
At this time City Manager Gunn read his report on the
subject of sewer service charges where residents of unincorporated
areas receive sewage treatment and disposal services from the City
of Bakersfield, through the City's sewer system. Upon a motion by
Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the report was received and ordered
placed on file, and the City Attorney was instructed to prepare an
ordinance adopting the suggested new rates, to be applied to all new
contracts signed after the effective date of the amendment and for all
existing contracts on the date of the next annual renewal thereof.
Mayor authorized to appoint a committee
to meet with committees from the Board
of Supervisors and the Bakersfield Municipal
Water District relative to financing a study
to locate a supplemental supply of water in
this area.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Doolin, Mayor Sullivan
was authorized to appoint a committee from the Council, composed of
the Mayor, Councilmen Dewire and Canrakis, to m~t with committees from
the Board of Supervisors and the Bakersfield Municipal Water DistrictS,
to work out a formula of contribution from each group to finance a s~udy
for locating and determining a supplemental supply of water, and report
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back to the Council. This meeting has been set for Thursday,
April 17, 1958, in the caucus room, at 7:30 P. ~.
Reception of City Manager,s report
summarizing information from cities
relative to County Assistance rendered
on City streets.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, the City
Manager's report summarizing information received from an incorporated
city in each of fifty-two counties of the State, relative to the ~mount,
if any, of county assistance rendered to these cities on city streets~.
was received and ordered placed on file.
Reception of report from Councilman Collins
on "Clean-Up" in the Sunset-Mayflower
District.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, report
submitted by Councilman Collins relative to "Clean-Up" in the
Sunset-Mayflower District, was received and ordered placed on file.
Communication from Bernice'Jarrett,
President of the Bakersfield Art Association,
requesting an addition to the Art Gallery,
referred to the Art Commission for study
and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Collins, a communication
from Bernice Jarrett, President o£ the Bakersfield Art Association,
addressed to the Board of Supervisors, with copy to Mayor Sullivan,
requesting that both the County and the City give consideration to
building an addition to the Art (~llery, was referred to the Art
Commission for study and recommendation back to the Council.
Adoption of Zoning Resolution No. 135
denying application of Edna Hill et al to
amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series
by changing the land use zoning of that
property designated as l102, l106 and
lll8 Eye Street.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Collins, Zoning Resolution
No. 135 denying application of Edna Hill, et al, to amend Zoning
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Ordinance No. 1010 New Series by changing the land use zoning of that
certain property designated as 1102, 1106 and 1118 Eye Street, from
an R-3 (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling) Zone to a C-1 (Limited
Commercial) Zone, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
Date fixed for hearing on application of
Elmer F. Karpe et al to change the zoning
of that certain property located on the
westerly side of "~' Street between 9th
and 10th Streets.
In accordance with recommendation from the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, date of April 28,
1958, was fixed for hearing before the Council on application of Elmer
F. Karpe et al to change the zoning of that certain property located
on the westerly side of "~' Street between 9th and 10th Streets, from
an R-3 (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling) Zone to an R-3-P (Limited
Multiple-Family Dwelling-Automobile Parking) Zone.
Permission granted David G. Parker to
erect an outdoor advertising sign at the
northwest corner of South Chester Avenue and
Dorian Drive, subject to certain conditions.
In accordance with recommendation from the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Doolin, permission was granted
David G. Parker to erect an '8' x 10' Outdoor Advertising Sign at the
northwest corner of South Chester Avenue and Dorian Drive subject
to the following conditions:
1. No portion of said sign to project into the public
right-of-way
e
Applicant provide a $25.00 faithful performance
bond to assure the removal of said structure by
June 16, 1958
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Approval of contract with Coates, Herfurth
and England, Consulting Actuaries, for
determining the approximate contribution
which would be required to include Section
21264 in the Police Department State
Retirement Plan.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, contract with
Coates, Herfurth and England, Consulting Actuaries, for determining
the approximate contribution which would be required to include
Section 21264 (One-half continuance of the retirement allowance of
a retired safety member to certain dependents) in the ~lice Department
Employees State Retirement Plan, was approved, and the Mayor was
authorized to sign same in behzlf of the City.
Authorization granted to waive residential
requirement of the Charter for the classi-
fication of Supervisor of Recreation - Female-
in order that an emergency appointment to the
position may be made.
A communication from the Civil Service Board for the
Miscellaneous Departments advising that no applicants meeting the
residential requirements of the Charter applied prior to the closing
date for the filing of applications, to fill a vacancy existing in the
classification of Supervisor of Recreation - Female - was read, and
upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, authorization was granted
to waive the ~sidential requirements in order that an emergency
appointment to the position may be made.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by ~rnakis, Vouchers Nos.
2919 to 3011 inclusive, as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on the
Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Reception of communication from Mr. G. T.
McCoy, State Highway Engineer, acknowledging
receipt of Resolutions No. 21-58 and No. 22-58
concerning the rerouting of State Sign Route
178 through the City of Bakersfield, and enclosing
a copy of his report to the California Highway
Commission covering the status of this freeway
problem.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, communication
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went
from Mr. G. T. McCoy,. State Highway Engineer, acknowledging receip~
of Resolutions No. 21-58 and No. 22-58 concerning the rerouting of
State Sign Route 178 through the City of Bakersfield, which were
adopted by the Council on March 17, 1958, and enclosing a copy of
his report to the California Highway Commission covering the status;
of this freeway problem, was received and ordered placed on file.
Permission granted Robert W. Bovee, Public
Relations Counsel, to hang banner across
Chester Avenue and Baker Street publicizing
"Good News" Week April 24 to May 3, 1958.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, permission
was granted Robert W. Bovee, Public Relations Counsel, to place
a banner across Chester Avenue and Baker Street publicizing "Good ~Iews"
Week,~from April 24th to May 3, 1958. The banners would read "Sales
Mean Jobs - Buy Now - Keep Bakersfield Prosperous." The Council also
on record as supporting "Good News" Week.
Permission granted Bakersfield Art
Association to hang banner across Chester
Avenue at 21st Street from May 4th to
May 17th, 1958, publicizing "Side Walk
Festival."
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, permission
was granted Bakersfield Art Association to hang banner across Chester
Avenue at 21st Street from May 4th to May 17, 1958, publicizing
"Side Walk Festival."
Permission granted J. Russell Kennedy
to hang two street banners 'during the
"Share in America" campaign May 12th to
May 16th, 1958, subject to certain
conditions as outlined by the City Manager.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, permission
was granted J. Russell Kennedy, local chairman, to hang two street
banners during the "Share In America" campaign to sell bonds, from
May 12th to May 16th, 1958, if he can make the necessary arrangements
for a second location in order to avoid any conflict with the other
banner permits granted, and deliver the banners to Fire Station
No. 1 for hanging by the Fire Department.
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Permission granted Downtown Association
to place barrels in certain spots in the
downtown area during a promotional campaign
to stimulate sales and traffic every Monday
night.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, permission
was granted Downtown ~ssociation to place containers or barrels in
strategic spots thr6ugh the downtown area during a promotional
campaign to stimulate sales and traffic every Monday night, subject
to the approval of all locations by the Police Department, for safety
purposes.
Communication from Mrs. Frances Horsley
requesting the Council to permit the
Mayor and City Manager to attend hearing
in Sacramento before the California Highway
Commission on proposed freeway located adjacent
to Oak Street received and placed on file,
and request denied.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, communication
from Mrs. Frances Horsley requesting the Council to permit the Mayor
and City Manager to attend a hearing in Sacramento on April 24, 1958,
before the California Highway Commission, on the proposed freeway
route adjacent to Oak Street, was received and ordered placed on
file, and the request was denied.
City Manager and the Chairman of the
Freeway Committee, or any member thereof
designated by the Chairman, if he is
unable to attend, authorized to attend
hearing in Sacramento on April 24, 1958
before the California Highway Commission,
on proposed westside freeway route.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the City
Manager and the Chairman of the Freeway Committee, or any member
thereof designated by the Chairman, if he is unable to attend, were
authorized to attend hearing in Sacramento on April 24~ 1958, before
the Cal~fornia Highway Commission, on the proposed freway route
adjacent to Oak Street, the City Manager to present at that time
any bona fide misstatements or any major omissions that may be brought to
this Council's attention prior to that time. In any event, the Chairman
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of the Freeway Committee, or his representative, will then present
to the Highway Commission, the adopted policy and viewpoint of
the Council in regards to the Oak Street bypass. The motion carried
unanimously.
Reception of statements from the State
Controller showing the apportionments
of Vehicle License Fee Revenues to the
City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, statements
from the State Controller showing the amount estimated to be paid
to the City as its share of Motor Vehicle License Fees during the 1958-59
fiscal year ending June 30, 1959 to be $254,200, and the amount
apportioned to the City during the six months period ending May 31,
1958 to be $174,712, both amounts based on population figure of
47,687, were received and ordered placed on file.
Resume of proposed ordinance amending
Section 7 of Ordinance No. 995 New
Series pertaining to Military Leaves
of Absence.
At this time the City Attorney gave the Council a resume
of proposed ordinance amending Section 7 of Ordinance No. 995 New
Series, pertaining to Military Leaves of Absence.
Adoption of Resolution No. 25-58 ordering
the vacation of an alley between Lots 4 and
5, Block 2, A. T~ & S. F. Tract, and Lot 1,
Santa Fe Addition No. 1, in the City of
Bakersfield.
This being the time set for hearing on Resolution of
Intention No. 734, and no protests or objections having been received,
upon a moti6n by Dewire, seconded by Carnakls, Resolution No. 25-58
ordering the vacation of an alley between Lots 4 and 5, Block 2,
A. T. & S. F. Tract, and Lot 1, Block 1, Santa Fe Addition No. 1,
in the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
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Bakersfield, California, April 7, 1958 - 8
Adoption of Resolution No. 26-58 ordering
the vacation of an alley lying north of
Columbus Street and between'Haley Street
and Cornell Street, in the City of
Bakersfield.
This being the time for hearing on Resolution of
Intention No. 735, and no protests or objections having been ~
received, upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, Resolution
No. 26-58 ordering the vacation of an alley lying north of Columbus
Street, and between Haley Street and Cornell Street, in the City of
Bakersfield, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewi~, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Balfanz
This resolution is not to be recorded for a period of
30 days, ar until such time as the College Heights Congregational
Church dedicates to the City and improves a 20 foot wide east--west
alley adjacent to the northerly line of Lot 202, and dedicates an
additional 20 foot wide public access easement through Lot 195.
City Attorney instructed to send copies
of proposed guides for relations of the
Mayor and Members of the City Council with
members of the Administrative Staff to all
members of the Council for study and
presentation back at next week's meeting.
Upon.a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, the City
Attorney was instructed to send copies to all members of the Council
for study and presentation back at next week's meeting, of guides
proposed by Councilman Carnakis, for relations of the Mayor and Members
of the City Council with members of the Administrative Staff.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, the
Council adjourned at 9:36 P.M.
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, Calif./
ATTEST:
CITY CLNRK and Ex Officio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, April 14, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. April 14, 1958.
Invocation was given by Dr. Allen R. Roesot, Minister of
Education of the First Methodist Church.
Present:
Absent:
Mayor Sullivan.
Collins, Croes,
None
Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Dewire, Doolin
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 7, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Opening bids for construction of
restroom buildings at Jefferson ParS,
Beale Park and Central Park, and
remodeling of the swimming pool facilities
at Central Park.
This being the time set to open bids for the construction
of restroom buildings at Jefferson Park, Beale Park and Central Park
and the remodeling of the swimming pool facilities at Central Park,
all bids received were publicly opened, examined and declared. Upon
a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, the bids were referred to the
City Manager for tabulation and recommendation in order to award at
this evening's meeting.
Opening bids for construction of Storm
Drain along Truxtun Avenue between "0"
and "P" Streets and "L" and "M" Streets.
This being the time set to open bids for construction of
Storm Drains along Truxtun Avenue between "0" and "P" Streets and
"L" and "M" Streets, all bids received were publicly opened, examined
and declared. Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, the
bids were referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Reception of Report from City Manager
on Underpasses and Overpasses.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the City
Manager's 'report on Underpasses and Overpasses was received and
ordered placed on file. ~
Bakersfield, California, April 14, 1958 - 2
City Manager instructed to proceed with
Sections A, B and D of Plan for the
Improvement of Chester Avenue, as outlined
in his report.
At this time the City Manager read his report on the
Improvement of Chester Avenue, advising methods of financing and
also how much of the work and certain other projects cou~be
accomplished~with the funds av~lable from Gas Tax. Upon a motion
by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, the Council issued a Minute Order
instructing the City Manager to proceed with Section A (4th to
Brundage), Section B (Brundage to Terrace Way) and Section D
(S. P. R. R. to City Limits), of plan for the improvement of Chestel.
Avenue, in'order to accomplish this work in the fiscal year 1958-59.
The balance of the funds allocated from the 5/8~ Gas Tax is to be
used to proceed with the work for Project No. 2 - Lakeview Avenue
Right-of-Way, and Project No. 3 - H Street Widening Right-of-Way,
as outlined on Page i of the City Manager's report.
City Manager instructed to inform the
County of Kern that the work on the
City's portion of South Chester Avenue
has been authorized by the City Council.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, the City
Manager was instructed to inform Mr. John Hoit, Supervisor, and
Mr. Vernon Smith, County Road Commissioner, that the City Council
has authorized the improvement of South Chester AVenue from the
S. P. R. R. to the City Limits.
Reception of communication from Mayor
Sullivan re allocation of additional funds
for certain Road and Street Projects.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Osllins, communication
from Mayor Sullivan advising that Congress has approved additional
funds for projects, in addition to the regular allocation of funds
for Primary Roads, Secondary Roads and Streets within Cities, and
making certain recommendations relative to same, was received and
ordered placed on file.
Bakersfield~ California~ April 14~ 1958 - 3
City Manager instructed to follow
recommendations outlined in communication
from Mayor Sullivan.
As recommended in Mayor Sullivan's communication, upon a
motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bal~anz, the City Manager was instructed
to compile the necessary information concerning streets of major
importance and communicate with the State Highway Department in
Sacramento and ascertain which projects they will approve which could
utilize certain funds on a matching basis.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1176 New Series
amending Section 7 of Ordinance No. 995
New Series of the City of Bakersfield
pertaining to Military Leaves of Absence.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Ordinance No.
1176 New Series amending Section 7 of Ordinance No. 995 New Series of
the City of Bakersfield, pertaining to Military Leaves of Absence, was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None.
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 27-58
clarifying certain matters pertaining to
the functions of the Administrative
Departments of the City of Bakersfield in
relation to the Members Of the Council and
the Mayor, respectively.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, Resolution No.
27-58 cla~ifying certain matters pertaining to the functions of the
Administrative Departments of the City of Bakersfield in relation to
the Members of the Council and the Mayor, respectively, was adopted as
read by the following vote:
Ayes: Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes
Noes: Balfanz, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: None
Bakersfield, California, April 14, 1958 - 4~
Memorandum from the Planning Commission
on the subject of Requests for Study and
Recommendations - Annexations, referred
to the City Manager for study and
recommendation.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, memorandum
from the Planning Commission on the subject Request for Study and
Recommendations - Annexations, was referred to the City Manager for
study and recommendations.
City Manager authorized to dispose of
barn with loft located on City property
at 1606 "~' Street to the Kern County
Museum to move to Pioneer Village.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, the City Manager
was authorized to dispose of barn with loft located on the back of
City property at 1606 "~' Street to the Kern County Museum to be
moved to Pioneer Village at the O~d .Fairgrounds.
City Manager authorized to dispose of
all other buildings on City property
at 1606 "~' Street.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the City
Manager was authorized to dispose of all other buildings on city
property at 1606 "R" Street.
Approval of Plans and Specifications and
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for paving parking area at
Saunders Park.
Upon a motion by Pool!n, seconded by Balfanz, plans and
specifications were approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized
to advertise for bids for paving the parking area at Saunders Park.
Approval of Plans and Specifications for ~
Standard for Manhole, Type B.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, plans
and specificiations for Standard for Manhole, Type B, were approved.
Approval of Contract Change Order No. 1
to Wm. N. Schallock for construction of
Storm Drain in University Avenue between
River ~oulevard and West Point Drive.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Change
Order No. 1 to Wm. H. Schallock calling for a total reduction of
Bakersfield, California, April 14, 1958
$840.00 in the contract price for installing six standard Manholes,
Type B, at $460.00 per unit in lieu of six standard Junction boxes
at $600.00 per unit, in Storm Drain in University Avenue between
River'Boulevard and West Point Drive, was approved, and the Mayor
was authorized to sign same in behalf of the City.
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for Park Concessions.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the
Purchasing Agent was authorized to advertise for bids for Park
Concessions.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1177 New Series
amending Section 4 of Emergency Ordinance
No. 578 New Series and repealing Ordinance
No. 1087 New Series, both of the City of
Bakersfield, California.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, Ordinanc.e
No. 1177 New Series amending Section 4 of Emergency Ordinance No.
578 New Series and repealing Ordinance No. 1087 New Series, both of
the City of Bakersfield, providing for rates and charges for sewer
connections, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Ba!fanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos.
3012 to 3108 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
City Manager instructed to obtain a report
from the Traffic Authority and also an
opinion from the Kern County Safety Council,
relative to the necessity of illuminating
the Union Avenue Underpass, before any further
request is made to the State Division of
Highways.
A communicatinn from Mr. W. L. Welch, District Engineer
of the State Division of Highways, advising that he feels there is no
Bakersfield, Cali£ornia, April 14, 1958 - 6
justification for providing illumination in the Union Avenue
Underpass, in view of the fact that the accident situation appears
better t ban average, was read, and upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded
by Doolin, the letter was received and ordered placed on file, and
the City Manager was instructed to obtain a recommendation from
the Traffic Authority and an opinion from the Kern County Safety
Council relative to the necessity for illumination at this location,
before any further request is made to the State Division~ of Highways.
Reception of Hearing before
the Public Utilities Commission in the
Matter of the Applicatinns of the Pacific
Gas and Electric Company for an order
issuing a certificate of public convenience
and necessity to exercise certain rights
and privileges under the~ ordinances adopted
by the City of Bakersfield granting electric
and gas franchises.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Carnakis, Notice of
Hearing before the Public ~ilities Commission in the Matter of -the
Applications of the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for an order
issuing a certificate of public convenience and necessity to exercise
certain rights and privileges under the ordinances adopted by the
City of Bakersfield granting electric and gas franchises, was receiwed
and ordered placed on file.
Councilman Carnakis, authorized to
attend hearing before the California Highway
Commission to be held April 24, 1958, on the
relocation of Highway 99 adjacent to Oak
Street.
Upon a motion by Bentley,~seConded by Croes, Counc~ilman
Carnakis, as a member of' the Council's F~eeway Committee, was authorized
to attend, at city expense, hearing to be held before the California
Highway Commission in Sacramento on April 24, 1958, to present the
City's official policy on the relocation of Highway 99 adjacent to
Oak Street.
Bakersfield, California, April 14, 1958 - 7
City Manager directed to commence a
study of the existing formula for the
distribution and allocation of Gas
Tax Funds and make recommendations
for changes on a more equitable basis.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the City
Manager was directed to commence a study of the existing formula
for the distribution and allocation of Gas ~x Funds and make
recommendations for changes so as to modernize that formula on a
more equitable basis.
Acceptance of bid of Max Poreere
for the construction of Rest Room
Buildings at Beale, Jefferson and
Central Parks, including remodeling of
swimming pool facilities at Central Park.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by (krnakis, bid of
Max Poreere for the construction of Rest Room Buildings at Beale,
Jefferson and Central Parks, including remodeling of swimming pool
facilities at ~ntral Park, for a total amount of $30,994.70 was
accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized
to sign the contract in behalf of the City.
City Auditor authorized to transfer
additional funds needed for the construction
of restroom buildings at the parks.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carn~kis, the City
Auditor was authorized to transfer $9400.00 from Account No.
25-579-94, Capital Outlay, Parks, Non-structural Improvements, to
Account No. 25-579-92, Capital Outlay, Parks, Buildings, to provide
sufficient funds in the budget for the construction of the restroom
buildings in the parks.
Permission granted to display b~ner
publicizing National Cotton Week May 19th
to May 24th.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Collins, permission
was granted to display a banner on Chester Avenue from May 19th to
24th, publicizing "National Cotton Week."
Bakersfield, California~ April 14, 1958 - 8
Plans and Specifications for the Exterior
Lighting of the Bakersfield City Hall held
over for one week for study by the Council.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, plans and
specifications for the Exterior Lighting of the Bakersfield City
were held over for one week for study by the Council.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the
Council adjourned at 10:00 ~ M.
City of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK~ficio Clerk o'f the Cotmcil
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, April 21, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. April 21, 1958.
Invocation was given by Dr. Jesse N.
Bellview Baptis,t Church.
Presmnt:
Absent:
Baker, Pastor of the
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Carnakis, Collins,
Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Councilman Bentley
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 14, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Acceptance of bid of Stroud-Seabrook
for construction of Truxtun Avenue
Storm Drain between "0" and "~' S~reets
and "L" and "M" Streets.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Alternate A
Bid submitted by Stroud-Seabrook for construction of Storm Drain along
Truxtun Avenue between "O" and "P" Street and "L" and "M" Streets,
for total amount of $7,536.00 was accepted, all other bids were
rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to sign the contract in behal~f
of the City.
Reception of City Auditor's Financial
Report for March, 1958.
Upon a motion by Croes,~seconded by Balfanz, the City
Auditor's Financial Report for March, 1958 was received and ordered
placed on file.
City Clerk instructed to airmail certified
copy of City Manager's report Re West Side
Bypass, Highway 99 Relocation, to Mr. C. M.
Gilliss, Chairman of the California Highway
Commission.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, the City Clerk
was instructed to airmail a certified copy of report submitted by
City Manager Gunn relative to the West Side Bypass, Highway 99
Relocation, to Mr. C. M. Gilliss, Chairman of the California Highway
Commission. As recommended in his report, City Manager Gunn was
relieved of the obligation of presenting the information contained
in the report to the California Highway Commission in person.
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Bakersfield, California, April 21, 1958 - 2
Councilman Bentley took his seat in the Council Chamber
at 8:15 P.M.
Matter of Exterior Lighting of the City
Hall tabled until budget hearings.
It was moved by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, that plans
and specifications be approved, and the Purchasing Agent authorized
to advertise for bids for the Exterior Ltghting of the City Hall.
Substitute motion made by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, that the
matter be tabled until the budget hearings are held, was voted upon
as follows:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Dewire
Noes: Carnakis, Croes, Doolin
Declining to Vote: Collins
Inasmuch as the Mayor shall have the right to vote on all
matters when the vote of the Council results in a tie, Mayor Sullivan
voted in the affirmative on the substitute motion and the motion carried.
Approval of Plans and Specifications and
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for Play Area and Wading Pool
at Weill Park.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Plans and
Specifications were approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized
to advertise for bids for Play Area and Wading Pool at Weill Park.
Encroachment P~rmit granted Athletic
Supply Company, 1816-18 "L" Street.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Dewire, Encroachment
Permit was granted Athletic Supply Company to enlarge existing
ventilation opening so it may be used as freight chute to basement
at 1816-18 "L" Street.
City Auditor authorized to issue check
for refund to Longs Stores for overpayment
of City Sales Tax.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Balfanz, the City
Auditor was authorized to issue check in amount of $74.04 to Longs
Stores covering an overpayment on city sales tax for the period
April 1, 1954 to December 31, 1956.
Bakersfield, California, April 21, 1958 - 3
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a'motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, Vouchers Nos.
3110 to 3168, inclusive, as audited ~by the Finance Committee were
allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on the
Bank Of America to cover the respective amounts.
Adoption of Resolution No. 28-58 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield calling
for the redemption of Series A Off-Street
Parking Revenue Bonds Nos. A836 to A823,
inclusive; for publication of Notice of
Redemption of said bonds, and authorizing
the Fiscal Agent to redeem said Bonds.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Carnakis, Resolution
No. 28-58 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield calling for the
redemption of Series A Off-Street Parking Revenue Bonds Nos. A836 to
A823, inclusive; for publication of Notice of Redemption of said
bonds, and authorizing the Fiscal Agent to redeem said Bonds, was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Permit granted Kern (bunty Fish and Game
Protective Association for Operation and
Maintenance of Sound Equipment.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, permit was
granted the Kern County Fish and Game Protective Association for the
operation of sound equipment on truck during parade to be held on
April 26, 1958.
City Manager authorized to accept offer
of A. T. & S. F. Railway Company in order
to leave the present crossing protection
in place at Sonora Street.
Upon _a.motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, the City Manager
was authorized to accept offer of the A. T..& S. F. Railway Company
toparticipate to theetent of 50% of the salvage value, in order to.
leave the present crossing protection in place at Sonora Street.
Bake~$£ield, California, April 21, 1958 - 4
Reception of copy of letter written by
John Holt,. Supervisor, to the Board of
Supervisors, relative to location of
the 466 Freeway.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, ~copy of a
letter written to the Board of Supervisors by Mr. John Holt, Supervisor,
relative to a unified plan for the location of the 466 Freeway, was
received and ordered placed on file.
Reception of report from Public Utilities
Commission setting forth the status of the
Grade Crossing Protection Fund.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, report from
the Public Utilities Commission setting forth the status of the Grade
Crossing Protection Fund and listing all the projects which have
been assisted by this Fund, was received and ordered placed on file.
Permission granted the Watchtower Convention
Committee to hang banner across Chester Avenue
April 25-27, 1958, providing they can secure
a location for same.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, request from ti~e
Watchtower Convention Committee to hang banner across Chester Avenue
April 25-27, 1958, was granted, providing they secure permission to
use location from the Downtown Association.
Reception of House Resolution No. 70
adopted by the California Assembly on
April 15, 1958.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, copy of
House Resolution No. 70, adopted by the California Assembly on
April 15, 1958, during the First Extraordinary Session, was received
and ordered placed on file.
Reception of communication from Dorothy
M. Donahoe, enclosing copies of House
Resolution No. 70.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from Dorothy M. Donahoe, Member of the Assembly, enclosing copies of
House Resolution No. 70, was received and ordered placed on file.
Bakersfield, California, April 21, 1958 - 5
Chairman of the City-County Cooperation
Committee directed to contact the Board
of Supervisors relative to request of the
Bakersfield Art Association for additions
to the Cunningham Memorial Art Gallery.
A communigation from the Bakersfield Art Association
requesting that consideration be given .to the immediate construction
of additions to the Cunningham Memorail Art Gallery was read, and
u~on a motion by Doolin, seconded by Bentley, the matter was referred
to the Chairman of the City-County Cooperation Committee to contact
the Board of Supervisors relative to the.financing of the proposed
additions.
Additional 90 days leave of absence
granted Russel Mathis.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, request
from Russel Mathis for an additional 90 days leave of absence due to
illness, was granted.
Approval of Mayor's appointment of Mr.
Phillip Marty as Member of the Planning
Commission.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Mayor
Sullivan's appointment of Mr. Phillip Marty as Member of the Planning
Commission was approved, term to expire April 17, 1962.
Permission granted Greater Bakersfield
Chamber of Commerce to i~Sta11 overhead
Street decorations advertising the 70th
Annual U.S.A.Track and Field Championship
Meet scheduled for June 20-21.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Dewire, permission
was granted the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce to have the
Valley Decorating Company of Fresno install on or about the first of
June, thirty overhead street decorations advertising the 70th Annual
U.S.A Track and Field Championship Meet scheduled for June 20-21.
Bakersfield, California, April 21, 1958 - 6
City Auditor authorized to transfer funds
to purchase desk for Recreation Supervisor.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Dewire, the City
Auditor was authorized to transfer $201.16 from Account No.
11-200-71, Purchasing Department, Office & Household Equipment,
to Account No. 21-050-71, Recreation Department, Office &
Household Equipment, toprovide funds to purchase a desk for
the new Recreation Supervisor.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, the Council
adjourned at 9:17.P.M.
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CITY~L~'~n~h~-df~cio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, April 28, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. April 28, 1958.
Invocation was given by Captain Gerald Clayton of the
Bakersfield Salvation Army.
Present:
Absent:
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Councilman Croes
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 21, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Opening bids for Paving Parking
Area at Saunders Park.
This being the time set to open bids for paving parking
area at Saunders Park, all bids received were publicly opened,
examined and declared. Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by DoolJ. n,
the bids were referred to the City Manager for study and recommend~Ltion.
Acceptance of bid of J. E. Stanley for
operation of Concession Stand at Beale
Park.
This being the time set to open bids for the operation of
concession stands in City parks, bid of J. E. ~anley was publicly
opened, examined and declared, this being the only bid received. Upon
a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, bid of J. E. Stanley to
operate concession stand in Beale Park and pay $15.00 per month,
plus 6% of the gross receipts from sales during the months of June,
July and August, was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to sign
the contract. The City Manager was authorized to go in the open market
and obtain bids for operating the concession stands in the other City
Parks.
Bakersfield, California, April 28, 1958 - 2
Approval of City Manager's report on
1958 Vacation Schedule for Council
Appointees.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded~by Balfanz, the following
1958 vacation schedule for Council Appointees was approved, subject
to such deviations as may be authorized By the City Manager:
City AssessOr
City Attorney
City Auditor
City Clerk
City~Treasurer
Purchasing Agent
City Manager
Sept~ber 2 - September 22
July 7 - July 23
August 14 - August 29
July 14 - July 25
December 26 - January 2, 1959
July 21 - July 25
August 18 - August 29
July 28'- August 8
August 4 - August 19
City Manager directed to submit report
giving his recommendation on each
individual project in the proposed
agreements with the Greater Bakersfield
Separation of Grade District.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, the City
Manager was directed to submit a report to the Council giving his
recommendation on each individual project in the proposed agreements
with the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade District.
City Attorney instructed to prepare
ordinance providing for the Grade
Marking of Lumber.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, verbal
report as submitted by the City Manager was considered the first
reading of proposed ordinance for the Grade Marking of Lumber; and
City Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance which would
amend the 1955 Edition of the Uniform Building Code providing for th~
grade marking of lumber and the procedure for approving lumber
grading agencies.
Approval and adoption of recommendations
contained in report of the Governmental
Efficiency Committee on the operation of
the Public Works Department.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, recommendations
contained in report submitted by the Governmental Efficiency Committee
on the eperation of the Public Works Department were approved and
Bakersfield, California, April 28, 1958 - 3
adopted, and the City Manager was instructed to arrange for the
revision of any job descriptions to correspond with the recommendations
contained in the report.
City Attorney instructed to prepare
ordinance amending Salary Ordinance
No. 1095 New Series to provide for
the cla~sifiCation of Superintendent
of Public Works.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakls, the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare an amendment to the Salary
Ordinance No. 1095 New Series to provide for the classification of
Superintendent of Public Works, to be placed in Schedule No. 35.
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for Liquid Asphalt Requirements
for 1958-59.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the Purchasing
Agent was authorized to advertise for bids for Liquid Asphalt
Requirements for 1958-59.
Leave of Absence granted Mrs. Wanda
Sawyer, employee of the Police Departmemt. '
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, a 60 days
leave of absence was granted Mrs. Wanda Sawyer, employee of the Police
Department.
Permission granted Fifteenth District
Agricultural Association to hang downtown
decorations advertising the 1958 Kern County
Fair, subject to specifications required by
the City Manager.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Dewire, permission
was granted the Fifteenth District Agricultural Association to hang
downtown decorations ten days prior to the opening of the 1958 Kern
County Fair, from September 22 through September 28, subject to
certain specifications required by the City Manager.
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Request from W. C. Hayes to connect care
at 3133 South Cottonwood Road to City
Sewer System referred to the Union Avenue
Sanitation District.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Dewire, request
from W. C. Hayes to connect care at 3133 South Cottonwood Road to
City Sewer System, was referred to Mr. Jas. O. Groves,
of the Union Avenue Sanitation District.
Approval of salary increases
effective June 1, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire,
salary increases were approved,
NAME
effective June 1, 1958:
CLASSIFICATION FROM
Superintendent
the following
STEP TO STEP
R. T. Francisco Engineer 3 4
H. L. Ledford Engineer 3 4
W. D. Rose Engineer 3 4
L. L. Truttt Engineer 3 4
G. P. Crown Boseman 3 4
G. L. Newcomb Boseman 3 4
John Bevels Janitor 4 5
E. L. Schellhous Patrolman 3 4
Ray Yniguez Utility Mtn. Man 4 5
A. J. Rambaud Laborer 4 5
Leonard Alaria License Inspector 4 5
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Bentley, ~econded by.Collins, Vouchers Nos.
3169 to 3236 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Proceedings ~bandoned for the construction
of sidewalks on the west side of "R"
Street between 23rd and 24th Streets.
This being the time set for further hearing on the
construction of sidewalks on the west side of "R" Street between 23rd
and 24th Streets, upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, the
proceedings were ~bandoned, due to the fact that the work has already
ben completed.
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City Attorney instructed to prepare
ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance No.
1010 New Series granting application of
Elmer F. Karpe et al to change the land
use zoning of that certain property located
on the westerly side of "~' Street between
9th and 10th Streets.
This being the time set for hearing on application of ]Elmer
F. Karpe et al to amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series of
the City of Bakersfield by changing the land use zoning of that certain
property located on the westerly side of "~' Street between 9th and
loth Streets from an R-3 (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling) Zone
to an R-3-P,(Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling_Automobile Parking)
Zone, and no protests or objections having been received, upon a
motion by Dewire, seconded by Collins, the recommendation of the
Planning Commission was approved, and the City Attorney was instructed
to prepare an ordinance granting the application.
Adoption of Resolution No. 29-58 of the
City of Bakersfield, calling a Special
Election to be held on the 24th day of
June, 1958, pertaining to the annexation
of Spruce Addition No. 1, to ~e City of
Bakersfield, establishing voting precinct,
polling place and officers of election for
said election, and prescribing fees to be
paid to said officers of election and for
polling place.
This being the time set for hearing protests from any
person owning real property within the territory designated as Spruce
Addition No. 1, proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield,
and no written protests having been received, upon a motion by De,~ire,
seconded by Collins, Resolution No. 29-58 of the City of Bakersfield,
calling a special election to be held on the 24th day of June, 1958,
pertaining to the annexation of Spruce Addition No. i to the City of
Bakersfield, emtablishing voting precinct, polling place and officers
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of election of said election and prescribing fees to be paid to
said officers of election and for polling place, was adopted by the
following vote:
Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
City Auditor authorized to transfer
funds to cover janitor service at
Cunningham Memorial Art Gallery for
the remainder of the fiscal year.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Collins, the City
Auditor was authorized to transfer $150.00 from Account No. 11-100-60,
City Manager, Unapplied ApproPriations, to Account No. 11-110-02,
Cunningham Memorial Art Gallery, Wages, to provide janitor service
to.the Art Gallery for the remainder of the fiscal year.
City Auditor authorized to issue check
to Leo Frank Furniture Company covering
refund for overpayment of sales tax.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the City
Auditor was authorized to issue check in amount of $18.82 to Leo
Frank Furniture Company covering refund for overpayment of sales
tax ·
Copy of House Resolution No. 89 relative
to the Flint Formula referred to the
Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, Copy' of
House Resolution No. 89 relative to the Flint Formula, which was
adopted by the Assembly on April 23, 1958, was referred to the
Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce for their information.
Reception of communication from Louis J.
Kroeger and Associates, relative to the
development of a plan for a bffdget program.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Bentley, communication
from Louis J. Kroeger and Associates, relative to the development of a
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pian for producing the performance and cost data which makes
possible the development of a more realistic program budget after
the first year of gathering such data, was received and ordered
place~ on file..
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, the
Council adjourned at 8:50 P.M.
MAYOR of t e City~Cal~f.
ATTEST:
CITY CL~RK and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
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Bakersfield, California, May 5, 1958
Minutes of the regular-meeting of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall
at eight o'clock P.M. May 5, 1958.
Invocation was given by Dr. Charles Russell Prewitt, Pastor of
the First Methodist Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins,
Croes, Dewire, Doolln
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 28, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Opening bids for the construction of
Wading Pool and Play Area at Well Park.
This being the time set to open bids for the construction o:~
Wading Pool and Play Area in Well1 Park, all bids received were publicly
opened, examined and declared. Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded ~
Bentley, the bids were referred to the City Manager for study and
recommendation.
Acceptance of bid of Griffith Co. for
Paving Parking Area ~t Saunders Park.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Camskis, bid of Griffith
Co. for paving parking area at Saunders Park for a total sum of $1930..50
was accepted, all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized
to sign the contract.
Reception of City Manager's report on
Separation of Grade District. Contracts.
Upon a motion by Camskis, seconded by Collins, the City
Manager's report on proposed agreement with the Separation of Grade
District was received and ordered placed on £ile.
Reception of reports from the Traffic
Authority and the Kern County Safety Council
relative to the illumination of the Union Avenue
Underpass.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, reports from
the Traffic Authority and Kern County Safety Council of a survey of
conditions at Union Avenue Underpass to determine if lighting is
needed, were received and ordered placed on file.
Bakersfield, California, May 5, 1958 - 2
Approval of Form of Ballot for Special
Annexation Election to be held June 24, 1958.
Upon a motion by Doolln, seconded by Collins, form of ballot
to be used for Special Election for the annexation of Spruce Addition
No. 1, to be held on June 24, 1958, was approved.
~ayor authorized to sign Contract No.
27-58 with the Texas Company for Diesel
Fuel Requirements for the Municipal
Transit System.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Collins, the Mayor was
authorized to sign Contract No. 27-58 with the Texas Company for Diesel
Fuel requirements for the Municipal Transit System.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1178 New Series
amending Subdivision (a) of Section 11 of
Ordinance No. 1095 New Series of the City
of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Coilins, Ordinance ~.
1178 New Series amending Subdivision (a) of Section 11 of Ordinance No.
1095 New Series by changing the title "Assistant Superintendent of
Streets" to "Superintendent of Public Works," was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz~ Bentley~ Carnakis~ Collins~ Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
First Reading of proposed amendment to
Traffic Ordinance No. 658 New Series
designating certain streets and alleys
as one-way streets.
At this time the City Clerk read proposed amendment to Traffic
Ordinance No. 658 New Series designating certain streets and alleys
as one-way streets.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1180 New Series
amending Section 3.01 of Ordinance No.
1010 New Series of the City of ~kersfield
by changing the land use zoning of that
certain property located on the westerly side
of "~' Street between 9th and loth Streets.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Dewire, Ordinance No.
1180 New Series granting application of Elmer F. Karpe et al by amending
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Section 3.01 of Ordinance No. 1010 New Series of the City of Bakersfield
by changing the land use zoning of that certain property located on the
westerly side of "~' Street between 9th and 10th Streets, was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Croes, Dewire, Doolifi
Approval of Plans and Specifications and
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for Sprinkler System at Planz
Park.
Upon a mo~lon by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, Plans and
Specifications were approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized to
advertise for bids for Sprinkler System at Planz Park.
Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed
and approval of ~ntract with the S & G
Properties, Inc. for improvement of the east
one-half of Wenatchee Avenue in ~act 1986.
Upon a motion by Deiwre, seconded by Balfanz, Street Right of
Way Deed from S & G Properties, Inc., for the east one-half of Wenatchee
Avenue lying within the exterior boundaries of Tract No. 1986, was
accepted, contract for the improvement of same was approved, and the
Mayor was authorized to sign in behalf of the City.
Extension of time granted Ralph L. Smith
Jr. for censtruction of streets and
improvements in Tracts 1824 and 1831.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, an extension of
time not to exceed one year, and extension of bond, for the construction
of streets and improvements according to Contracts 20-57, Tract 1824
Tract 1831, was granted Ralph L. Smith, Jr.,College Heights
and 33-57,
Company.
City Auditor authorized to issue refund
to James D. Womack for unused building
permit.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the City Auditor
was authorized to issue cheek in amount of $18.00 to James D. Womack
covering refund for unused building permit.
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107
Residential requirements waived for the
classifications of Recreation L~aders and
Swimming Instructors in the Recreat±on
Department in order that temporary
appointments to the positions may be made.
In accordance with request from the Chairman of the Civil
Service Board for the Miscellaneous Departments~l~e residential
requirements for the classification of Recreation Leaders and Swimming
Instructors in the Recreation Department were waived~ in order that
temporary appointments to the positions may be made~ as there are an
insufficient number of applicants meeting the residential requirements
available to fill the vacancies existing in the Department.
Confirmation of Mayor Sullivan~s appo±ntment
of Mr. Dean A. Gay as Member of the Planning
Commission.
Upon a motionby Dewlre~ seconded by Bentley~ Mayor Sullival~s
appointment of Mr. Dean A. Gay as a member of the Planning Commlssio~ for a
four year term expiring April 17~ 1962~ w~s confirmed. Councilman
Carnakis~ voted in the negative on this motion.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Bentley~ seconded by Dewire~ Vouchers Nos,,
3238 to 3339 inclustve~ as audited by the Voucher Approval Committee
were allowed~ and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1179 New Series
amending Ordinance No. 1044 New Series of
the City of Bakersfteld~ by adding thereto
a new section to be numbered 4.1.
It was moved by Doolin~ seconded by Balfanz~ that Ordinance
No. 1179 New Series amending Ordinance No. 1044 New Series of the City
of Bakersfield by adding thereto a new section to be numbered 4.1~ b~,
adopted. After some dlscussion~ it was moved by Carnakis~ seconded
by Dewtre~ that the ordinance be adopted with the addition of the
words ~'until a Director of Public Works shall be appolnted." This
motion carried unanimously.
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Bakersfield, California, May 5, 1958 - 5
The ordinance, as amended,
vote:
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bentley, Carnakis,
was then adopted by the following
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Adoption of Resolution No. 30-58 providing
that all duties heretofore assigned to the
Director of Public Works shall henceforth be
performed by the City Manager.
It was moved by Balfanz, seconded by Dewire, that Resolution
No. 30-58 providing that all of the duties heretofore assigned to the
Director of Public Works shall henceforth be performed by the City
Manager, be adopted. After some discussion, it was moved by Croes,
seconded by Carnakis, that the Resolution be adopted with the addition
of the words "until Such time as a Director of Public Works shall
be appointed. This motion carried unanimously.
The resolution, as amended, waSthen adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Record of Survey Maps of Trudy Richards
Development on Union Avenue referred to
th~ Planning Commission.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by CarnaZis, record of Survey
Maps of ~udy Richards Development on Union Avenue were referred to the
Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
Petition for annexation of territory
described as' Gannon No. i referred to the
Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, petition for
annexation of territory described as Gannon No. i and letter from the
Kern County Boundary Commission regarding same, were referred to the
Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
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Bakersfield,, California,~ May 5, 1958 - 6
Reception of communication from State
Department of Public Works advisingof
quarterly allocation of Gas Tax Funds
to the City.
Upon a mbtlon by Carhakls, seconded by Croes, communication
from the State Department of Public Works advising that quarterly
allocktion of Gas Tax Funds to the City for the period ending March 31,
1958, is $34,099.75, based on a population of 47,687, was received
and ordered placed on file.
Permission granted Greater Bakersfield
Chamber of Commerce to hang three banners
publicizing the 70th Annual U.S.A. Tack and
Field Championships June 20-21.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, permission was
granted the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce to hang three
banners instead of two, publicizing the 70th Annual U.S.A. Track
and Field Championships to be held in Bakersfield June 20-21, 1958.
City Attorney instructed to prepare ordinance
amending Salary Ordinance No. 1093 New Series
to provide that employees of the Transit System
will be paid on the same straight time basis as
other City employees.'
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, in accordance with
recommendation from the Transit Authority Commission, the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance amending Salary Ordinance
No. 1093 New Series to provide that employees of 'the Transit System
will be paid on the same straight time basis as other City employees and
that their benefits with regard to holidays will be the same as given
to other city employees.
Reception of communication from John Holt,
Supervisor, regarding the improvement of
South Chester Avenue.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, communication
from Mr. John Holt, Supervisor, advising that the improvement
Chester Avenue will be re-budgeted in order to do the work at
time as the City, was received and ordered placed on file.
Adjournment.
of Soufib
the same
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, the Council
adjourned at 9:35 P.M.
MAYOR,of the City of Bakersfield, Cali£.~
ATTEST:
CITY the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California,,May 12, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. May 12, 1958.
Invocation was given by Dr. D. W. McElroy, Pastor of the
First Christian Church.
Present:
Absent:
Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Croes
Due to the absence of Mayor Sullivan, ViCe-pre~ident Doolin
acted as Mayor pro-tem.
Minutes of the regular meeting of May 5, 1958, were approved
as presented.
Acceptance of bid of Frank Johnson for
construction of Wading Pool and Play Area
at Well1 Park.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, bid of Frank
Johnson for the construction of Wading Pool and Play Area at Weill Park
for a total of $4,243.37 was accepted, all other bids were rejected,
and the Mayor was authorized to sign the contract in behalf of the City.
Council receives 1958-59 Annual Budget
and RevenUe Estimate as submitted by
the City Manager.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the Council
received the 1958-59 Annual Budget and Revenue Estimate as submitted
by City Manager Gunn.
Reception of City Auditor's Financial
Report for April, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the City
Auditor's Financial Report for April, 1958, w~s received and ordered
placed On file.
Permission granted to increase purchase
order for police communication system
by three mobile'units.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, permission
was granted to increase Purchase Order No. 34866 to Motorola Communications
and Electronics, Inc. by three mobile units, at a cost'of $1650.00,
plus sales tax.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1181 New Series
amending Section 62 of' Ordinance No. 658
New Series and repealing Ordinance No.
1151 New Series of the City of Bakersfield,
· California.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, Ordinance
No. 1181 New Series ~mending Section 62 of Ordinance No. 658 New
Series and repealing Ordinance No.. 1151 New Series of the City of
Bakersfield, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis~ Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
Date fixed for hearing before the Council
on application of Cencal Development
Company t0 amend the zoning boundaries of
three parcels of land lying easterly of Mr.
Vernon Avenue and northerly of Christmas Tree
Lane.
~ In accordance with reco~mendation from the Planning Commission,
upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis~ June 2, 1958 was
the date fixed for hearing before the Council on application of Cencal
Development Company to amend the zoning boundaries of three parcels
of land lying easterly of Mr. ~ernon Avenue and northerly of Ct~rlstmas
Tree Lane.
Councilman ~roes took his seat in the Council Chamber at
8: 15~P, M.
Street Naming and House Numbering Study
as submitted b~ the Planning Commission
referred to the City-County Cooperation
Committee for study and reco~nuendation.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Bentley, Street Naming
and House Numbering Study as'submitted by the Planning ~mmission~
was referred to the City-County Coo~eration Comf~ittee for study and
recommendation.
Acceptance of recom~endation of the Planning
Commission that the annexation of that
territory designated ks Gannon No. 1, be
approved.
Upon a motion by Balfanz~ seconded by Collins, recommendation
from the Planning Commission that the territory designated as Gannon
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No. 1 be annexed to the City and that zoning of said property,
if annexed to the City, be recommended as R-4 (Multiple Family
l~velli~g) Zone, was accepted.
Adoption of Resolution No. 31-58 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 Gannon No. 1, proposed to be
annexed to the City, and fixing the time
and Place for hearing protests on the proposed
zoning of said property.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Resol,Ation
No. 31-58 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 Gannon No. 1, proposed to be
annexed to the City of Bakersfield, and fixing the time and place
for hearing p~tests on the proposed zoning of said property, was
adopted by the following vote:
Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Ayes: Balfanz,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Action on ordinance amending Salary
Ordinance No. 1093 New Series deferred
indefinitely.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, action
on ordinance amending Salary Ordinance No. 1093 New Series -
Municipal Transit System ~2aployees - was deferred indefinitely.
Approval of Contract Change Order No. 1
to Max W. Poreere for the construction of
Rest Room Buildings at Jefferson Park, Beale
Park, Central Park and remodeling of Swimming
Pool Facilities at Central Park.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Dewire, Contract
Change Order No. 1 to Max W. Poreere to construct and connect s.ewer
lines from the building stub out to the available sewer in Beal.e
Park and Jefferson P~rk, for additional compensation to the
contractor of $381.88, was approved, and the Mayor was authoriz.ed
to sign in behalf of the City.
Bakersfield, California, May 12, 1958 - 4
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Allowance of Claimso
Upon a motion by Bentley~ seconded by Collins~ Vouchers Nos,
3340 to 3438 inclusive~ as audited by the Finance Approval Committee
were a11owed~ and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks
on the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts,
Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed
from Congregational Conference of Southern
California and the Southwest~ for portion
of Lot 203~ Tract 1795o
Upon a motion by Carnakis~ seconded by Collins~ Street
Right of Way Deed from Congregational Conference of Southern California
and the Southwest for a portion of ~t 203~ Tract 1795~ was accepted.
Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed
for Congregational Conference of Southern
California and the Southwest~ for portion
of Lot 202~ Tract 1795,
Upon a motion by Collins~ seconded by (~rnakis~ Street
Right of Way Deed from Congregational Conference of Southern California
and the Southwest for a portion of Lot 202~ Tract 1795~ was accepted.
Acceptance of Grant of Easement from
Congregational Conference of Southern
California and the Southwest~ across
Lot 195~ Tract 1795.
Upon a motion by Collins~ seconded by Carnakis~ Grant of
Easement fro~ Congregational Conference of Southern California and
the Southwest~ across Lot 195~ Tract 1795~ was accepted.
Reception of communication from the
California Highway Commission submitting
copy of transcript of hearing held in
Sacramento on April 24~ 1958,
Upon a motion by Dewire~ seconded by Balfanz~ communication
from the California Highway Commission submitting copy of transcript of
hearing held in Sacramento on April 24~ 1958~ with respect to the
relocation of Uo S, Highway No, 99 on the Oak Street routing~ was
received and ordered placed on file.
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Permission granted Ralph O. Buntin to
connect his property to the City's sewer
line.
Upon a motion by Behtley,' seconde~ by Dewire~ permission
was grknted Ralph O. Buntin to connect his property at 510 Castro Lane
to the City's sewer line on a rental basis until such time as it is
annexed to the City.
Authorization granted Police Civil Service
Commission to waive residential requirements
on one applicant who has successfully passed
the examination for Police Patrolman.
In accordance with request from the Police Civil Service
Commission, upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis,
authorization was granted to waive the residential requirementS
on one person who has successfully passed the examination for police
patrolman, as there are not sufficient persons having the necessary
residential qualifications available to fill the existing vacancy in
the Police Department.
Permit granted Kern County Chapter
Knowland for Governor Club to use
Sound Equipment at reception and rallys.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Croes, permit was
granted the Kern County Chapter Knowland for Governor Club to use
sound equipment to advertise Senator Knowland's candidacy for Governor
at reception and rallys on May 15 and 16, 1958, from 10 A.M. to 11
A.M. and 4 P.M. to 5 P.M., with the volume to be regulated so that
the sound can be heard only for a distance of 300 feet.
Mayor directed to send letter of condolence
to family of William C. Willlis,former Councilman.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Carnakis, the Mayor
was directed to send a letter of condolence to the family of former
Councilman William C. Willis, deceased.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Dewire,
adjourned at 8:45 P.M.
ATTEST:
seconded by
MAYOR pro-tea
City of Bakersfield,Cal.
(bllins, the Council
and WrLOf~igi~'~lerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
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Bakersfield, California, May 19,1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of
of Bakersfield, CAlifornia, held in the Council Chamber of
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. May 19, 1958.
Preset: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz,
Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent:
the City
the City
Bentley, Carnakis,
Councilman Collins
Minutes of the regular meeting of May 12~1058 were approved
as presented.
Opening bids for Sprinkle~.
System at Planz Park.
This being the time set to open bids for Sprinkler System
at Planz Park, all bids received were publicly opened, examined and
declared. Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Dewire, the bids were
referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Reception of report from the City
Manager entitled "Requests for Study
and Recommendations - Annexations."
At this time the City Manager read his~report entitled
"Requests for Study and Recommendations - Annexations,,, relative to
two informal requests for annexation to the City, one from the Church
of Christ Scientist at Noble and Mr. Vernon, and the other from the
Union Cemetery Association, pertaining to the westerly half of the
cemetery. It was moved by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, that these
parcels be a~nexed to the City. Substitute motion by Croes, seconded
by Bentley, that the report of the City M~n'agdr be rec'ei~ed and pl~ce~
on file, carrie~unanimously.
City Manager and City Attorney instructed
to comme~ce the necessary procedure to
annex two parcels of land to the City of
Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Doolin, the City
Manager and City Attorney were i~structed to commehce the necessary
procedure to annex the Church of Christ'Scientist and the westerly
half of the Union Cemetery to the City of Bakersfield.
Bakersfield, California, May 19, 1958
Matter of Grade Marking Lumber referred
to the City-Count~ Cooperation Committee
for study.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, the matter
of Grade Marking Lumber was referred to the City-County Cooperation
Committee for ~tudy.
Request from the American Legion Post
No. 26 for permission to hang banner
across Chester Avenue announcing "Poppy
Days" referred to the City Manager for
handling.
Due to a conflict with permit already granted to Hang
a banner publicizing "National Cotton Week", upon a motion by
Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, request from American Legion Post No.
26 for permission to hang banner across Chester Avenue on May 23
and 24, 1958, announcing "Poppy Days", was referred to the City
Manager for handling.
Permission granted Kern County Sheriff's
Mounted Posse, Inc. to establish ticket
booths and distribute bales of hay on
certain streets in the City, to promote
Annual Rodeo.
A communication from the Ke~n County Sh~riff's Mounted
Posse, Inc. requesting permission to establish ticket booths for the
sale of tickets to the Annual Rodeo on the northeast ~orner of 19th
and Chester Avenue and the southeast corner of 19th Street and K
Street, and also to distribute bales of hay, four to the block, from
the 1200 block of 19th Street to Chester Avenue and from 20th Street
to 17th Street on Chester Avenue, to promote the rodeo, was read. It
was moved by Carnakis, that permission be granted to set up the
ticket booths, but that due to certain fire and traffic hazards, the
bales of hay not be permitted on the streets. The motion died for
lack of a second. It was then moved by Bentley, seconded by Croes,
that permission'be granted to set up the ticket booths and to
distribute the bales of hay, subject~to the Sheriff's Mounted Posse,
Bakersfield, California, May 19, 1958 - 3
following property acquired by the City for the
Corporation Yard:
8 38 ft. of N 76 ft. of Lots 5
& 6, Block 305, City of Bakersfield
S 39.5 ft. of Lots 5 & 6, Block
305, City of Bakersfield
supplying insruance coverage to protect the City from any liability
for accidents which may occur.
Approval of Contract Change Order No. 1
to Stroud-Seabrook for construction of
Storm Drains along Truxtun Avenue.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Doolin, Contract
Change Order No. 1 to Stroud-Seabrook for construction of Storm Drains
along Truxtun Avenue between 0 Street and P Street and between L Street
and M Street providing for a total net reduction of contract price
of $776.75 for installing Type "A" Catch Basins and changing the
quantity of pipe needed, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized
to sign same in behalf of the City.
City Tax Collector authorized to cance~
delinquent taxes on property acquired by
the City for extension of Corporation Yard.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Bentley, the City Tax
Collector was authorized to cancel the 1957 delinzuent taxes on the
extension of the
$7.46 (Incl.
Penalties)
$9.66 (2nd
installment
Inc. Penalties)
Mayor authorized to sign Petition to
the Board of Supervisors for cancellation
of County Taxes on property acquired by.the
City for the extension of the Corporation
Yard.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Doolin, the Mayor was
authorized to sign a petition to the Board of Supervisors of the County
of Kern for the cancellation of 1957 County Taxes on,the following
property acquired by the City for the extension of the Corporation Yard:
S 30.5 ft. of Lots 5 & 6,
Block 305, City of Bakersfield
$39.77 (2nd installment
Inc. penalties)
S 38 ft. of N 76 ft. of Lots
5 & 6, Bloc~ 305, City of
Bakersfield
$15.74 (incl. penalties)
Bakersfield,~ California, May 19, 1958 - 4
Acceptance of Street Right of Way Deed
from Bakersfield City School District
for portions of Benton Street and Wilson
Road, adjacent to Tract 1898.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, Street Right o2
Way Deed from'Bakersfield City School District for portions of
Benton street and Wilson Road, adjacent to Tract 1898, in Section ].2,
Township 30 South, Range 27 East~ M.D.M., was accepted for public
highway purposes.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos.
3429 to 3560 inclusive, as audited by the ~inance Approval Committee, were
allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on the
Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
City Engineer designated as proper
official to prepareannual report of
deficiencies existing on the city
street system.
A communication from Mr. W. L. Welch~ District Engineer
of the State Division of Highways, calling attention to Section 2156
of the Streets and Highways Code, relative to the preparation of an
annual report to the City Council on or before June 1st of each
year of deficiencies existing in the city street system, was read,
and upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, the communication
was received and ordered plaged on file, and City Engineer Bergen
was the city official designated to prepare this report for submission
to the Council.
Reception of Notice of Hearing before the
Public Utilities Commission in the matter
of application of The Greyhound Corporation
(Western Greyhound Lines Division) for an
order authorizing increases in intrastate
passenger fares, other than local and
commutation fares.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, Notice of
Hearing before the Public Utilities Commission in the matter of
application of The Greyhound Corporation (Western Greyhound Lines
Bakersfield, California, May 19, 1958 - 5
Division) for an order authorizing increases in intrastate passenger
fares, other than local and commutation fares, was received and ordered
placed on file.
Petition for consent to the commencement
of annexation proceedings of inhabited
territory designated as Ming No. 1,
referred to the Kern County Boundary
Commission and the Planning Commission.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, petition for Consent to the
Commencement of Annexation Proceedings of inhabited territory design~ted
as Ming No. 1, situated easterly of Wible Road, westerly of South
H Street, and that portion of A Street between 2rid Street and
Brundage Lane, northerly of a portion of Ming Road and a portion
of a line 175 feet south of Ming Road and southerly of a portion of
Brundage Lane, was referred to the Kern County B~undary Commission
and the Planning Commission.
Reception of Progress Report on
construction of Swimming Pools at Planz,
Saunders and Wayside'Parks.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Progress
Report from K.C.L.A. Corporation on the construction of Swimming Peols
at Planz, Saunders and Wayside Parks, was received and ordered
placed on file.
Mayor instructed to communicate with the
Chairman of the California Highway Commission
and request reply to Resolutions No. 21-58
and No. 22-58, which were delivered to Mr.
C. M. Gillis and Mr. George T. McCoy on
March 19, 1958 by Mayor Sullivan.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, Mayor Sullivan
was instructed to communicate with the Chairman of the California
Highway Commission and request a reply to Resolution No. 21-58,
tentatively approving a proposal of the State of California to reroute
portions of State Route 178 in the City of Bakersfield, and
Resolution No. 22-58, waiving a public hearing on the matter of the
Bakersfield, California, May 19, 1958 - 6
123
rerouting of State Sign Route 178 through the City of Bakersfield
in the event the State Highway Commission or the State Highway
Engineer does not alter the plans therefor as they exist at this
time except ,as to the location of the interchange on Union Avenue
in the vicinity of 26th Street, cop~es of which were delivered to Mr.
C. M. ~11iss and Mr. George T. McCoy by Mayor Sullivan on March
19, 1958.
Freeway Committee enlarged to include
all of the members of the Council.
Upon a motion by Balfanz, seconded by Bentley, the
Mayor's appointment of all members of the Council to serve on the
Freeway Committee so that it would be a Freeway Committee of the
Council as a .whole, with the Mayor as an ex-officio member of the
Committee, was confirmed.
Mayor Sull£van instructed to make
arrangements with the chairman of the
Board of Supervisors for a meeting to
discuss the location of Freeways in the
City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Ballant, seconded by Bentley, Mayor Sullivan
was instructed to contact the chairman of the Board of Supervisors
to arrange a joint meeting between the Board, the Council Freeway
Committee and other interested civic groups, to discuss the location
of Freeways in the City of Bakersfield.
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for Plant Mix requirements for
1958-59.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, the
Purchasing Agent was authorized to advertise for Plant Mix requirements
for 1958-59.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, the Council
adjourned at 10:15 p.
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CITY CL~h~K~and Ex-Officio
of the City of Bakersfield, California
124
Bakersfield, California, May 26, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. May 26, 1958.
Invocation was given by Dr. John S. Whiteneck,
the First Congregational Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Collins, Croes, Dewire,
Doolin
Absent:
Pastor of
Councilmen Bentley, Carnakis
Minutes of the regular meeting of May 19, 1958 were approved
as presented.
Acceptance of bid of Kern Sprinkler Company
for construction of Sprinkler System at
Planz Park.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Balfanz, bid of Kern
Sprinkler Company to construct sprinkler s~stem at Planz Park for
a total sum of $6720.00 was accepted, all other bids were rejected,
and the Mayor was authorized to sign the contract.
Authorization granted Civil Service Board
for MIscellaneous Departments to waive
residential ~equirements for the classi-
fication of Engineering Assistant I.
In accordance with request received from the Chairman of the
Civil Service Board for Miscellaneous Departments, upon a motion by
Collins, seconded by Dewire, authorization was granted to waive the
residential requirements of the Charter, for the classification of
Engineering Assistant I, in order that an emergency appointment to the
p osition may be made.
Approval of ~Plans and Specifications
and the P~rchasing Agent authorized to
advertise for bids for construction of
Administration and Shop Buildings fQr the
Bakersfield Municipal Transit System.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, plans and
specifications fwere approved, and the Purchasing Agent was authorized
to advertise for bids for the construction of Administration and Shop
Buildings for the Bakersfield Municipal Transit System.
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Bakersfield, Californ. ia, May 26, 1958 - 2
Adoption of Resolution No. 32-58
designating the City Auditor as the City
Official who shall make and sign report
required by Section 2151 of the Streets
and Highways Code.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 32-58 designating the City Auditor as the City Official who shall
make and sign the report required by Section 2151 of the Streets and
Highways Code of the State of California, was adopted by the followring
vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Collins, Croes, Dewire,Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Bentley, Carnakis
Authorization granted Police Civil Service
Commission to waive residential requirements
for one person who has successfully passed
the examination for Police Patrolman.
In accordance with request received from the Police Civil
Service Commission, upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz,
authorization was granted to waive residential requirements for one
person who has successfully passed the examination for Police Patrolman,
in order to fill an existing vacancy.
Adoption of Resolution No. 33-58
authorizing the City Treasurer to open
active and inactive accounts at the
.Greenfield State BAnk, and designating
city officials to sign transfers and checks.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Dewire, Resolution
33-58 authorizing the City Treasurer to open an active and inactive
account at the Greenfield State Bank, Bakersfield, California, in a~a
amount n~ to exceed $100,000.00 in each, and designating the city
officials to sign requests for transfers or checks, was adopted by 'the
following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Bentley, Carnakis
Bakersfield, California, May 26, 1958 - 3
Approval of Agreement with the Pacific
Gas and Electric Company for Service Riser
Pipe to serve Swimming Pool at Wayside Park.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by I~wire, Agreement with
the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for Service Riser Pipe to serve
Swimming Pool at Wayside Park, was approved, and the Mayor was
authorized to sign in behalf of the City.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, Vouchers Nos.
3563 to 3622 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee,
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Reception of communications from Mayor
Sullivan and Supervisor W. R. Woollomes,
Chairman of the Board of Supervisors,
concerning joint meeting on ~e relocation
of Highway 466.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, communications.
from Mayor Sullivan and Supervisor Woollomes, Chairman of the Board
of Supervisors, relative to arranging a Joint meeting for the purpose
of studying the proposed relocation of Route 466, was received and
ordered placed on file.
Time extended 60 days to receive reply from
the California Highway Commission relative
to the relocation of Sign Route 178 as a
freeway through Bakersfield.
A communication to Mayor Sullivan from Mr. C. M. Gilliss,
Director of Public Works, advising that Mr. G. T. McCoy, State Hig~my
Engineer, has informed the California Highway Commission that additional
studies involving Sign Route 178 are under way and will not be completed
for two months, was read, and upon a motionby Bal~anz, seconded by
Collins, recommendation from Mayor Sullivan that the Council extend the
time for an answer from the Commission until July 17, 1958, was approved.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Collins,
adjourned at 8:56 P.M.
seconded by Balfanz, the Council[
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield,
ATTEST:
~:ITY C~-a~d-Ex-Offic~o Clerg os ~he Council of
the City of Bakersfield, California
Calif.
127
Bakersfield, California, June 2, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall
at eight o'clock P.M. June 2, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Robert Steube, Pastor
of the Grace Reformed Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan.
Collins, Croes,
Absent: None
Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Dewire, Doolin
Minutes of the regular meeting of May 26,
as presented.
1958 were approved
Reception of official certificate of the
population of the City Of Bakersfield as
reported at the Special Census, taken as
of May 3, 1958.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Collins, official
certificate sent to the City Manager by the Director of the Bureau of
the Census, of the population of the City of Bakersfield, California,
as reported at the Special Census taken as of May 3, 1958, advising that
the official count of the returns was 54,093, was received and ordered
placed on file.
Reception of Report from the City
Manager on Employee Benefits.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, report from
the City Manager on Employee Benefits, was received, placed on file, and
ordered brought up at 1958-59 budget hearings. In accordance with
recommendation contained in the report, the City Manager was authorized
to select acommittee of public-spirited insurance men to examine
the various available insurance plans and make a report to the Council
for consideration at the budget hearings.
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Bakersfield, California, June 2, 1958 - 2
Approval of Salary Increases
effective July 1, 1958.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, the following
salary increases were approved, effective July 1, 1958:
NAME
CLASSIFICATION
FROM STEP TO STEP
D. E. Hammond Engineer 3
E. W. Wyatt Engineer 3
R. R. Bebout Hoseman 3
R. C. Hughes Hoseman 3
G. D. Jackson Hoseman 3
L. E. Kollenborn Hoseman 3
M. R. Morris Hoseman 3
C. E. Woods Hoseman 3
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
Approval of Plans and Specifications
and authorization granted to advertise
for bids, if necessary, for lighting
circuit in Wayside Park.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Doolin, plans and
specifications were approv&d and authorization was granted to advertise
for bids, if necessary, for lighting circuit in Wayside Park.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Vouchers Nos.
3624 to 3685 inclusive, with No.. 3624 being voided, as audited by
the Vouchers Approval Committee were allowed, and the City Auditor was
authorized to issue checks on the Bank of America to cover the respective
a~lounts.
Reception of communication from Downtown
Association requesting allocation in
1958-59 City budget for Christmas Street
Decorations in the downtown area.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from the Downtown Association requesting allocation of $3000.00 in
the 1958-59 City budget for Christmas street decorations in the downtown
area, was received and ordered placed on file, to be brought up for
consideration at the budget hearings.
Bakersfield, California, June 2, 1958 - 3
City Manager authorized to attend
International City Managerts Association
Conference at Dallas, Texast October 19-23~
1958.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by (bllins,
was authorized to attend the 44th Annual Conference of
City Manager's Association to be held at Dallas, Texas,
23~ 1958.
the City Manager
the International
October 19 to
City Attorney instructed to prepare Ordinance
granting application of Cencal ~velopment
Company to amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010
New ~ries by changing the land use zoning
of three parcels of land lying easterly of
Mr0 Vernon Avenue and northerly of Christmas
Tree Lane.
This being the time set for hearing on application of Celica1
Development Company to amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1010 New Series by
changing the land use zoning of three parcels of land lying easterly of
Mr. Vernon Avenue and northerly of Christmas Tree Lane, and no protests
or objections having been received, upon a motion by Croes, seconded by
Doolin, the recommendation of the Planning Commission that zone changes
for ?arcels No. i and No. 3 be approved, and zone change for Parcel No. 2
be approved as an R-3-D (Limited Multiple-Family Dwelling - Architectural
Design) was adopted~ and the City Attorney was instructed to prepare
an ordinance granting the application.
Approval of Contract and Specifications
with Whirremote Hom~s, Inc. for certain
improvements in Tract No. 1878.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewi~e, Contract and
Specifications with Whirremote Homes, Inc. for the improvement of all
streets, highways, alleys, curbs and gutters, sewers and storm sewers,
in Tract No. 1878t to be constructed in accordance with the standards
of the City of Bakersfield, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized
to sign same in behalf of the City.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, the Council
adjourned at 8:12 P.M.
ATTEST:
CI'r~I~a~ 0 cio Clerk o~ the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, June 9, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. June 9, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Harold W. Pollinger,
Assistant Pastor of the First Baptist Church.
Present: Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes,
Dewire, Doolin
Absent: Mayor Sullivan
Minutes of the regular meeting of June 2, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Due to the absence of Mayor Sullivan, ~ce-president
Doolin acted as presiding officer.
Adoption of recommendation of the
Planning Commission approving proposed
annexation of that inhabited area
designated as Ming No. 1~
A memorandum from the Planning Commission recommending
approval of the annexation of that inhabited area designated as Ming
No. 1, was read, and upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis,
the recommendation was adopted by the Council.
Adoption of Resolution No. 35-58 consenting
to the commencement of annexation proceedings
for the annexation to the City of Bakersfield
of certain inhabited and unincorporated
territory in the County of Kern, State of
California, designated as "Ming No. 1."
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 35-58 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield consenting to the
commencement of annexation proceedings for the annexation to the City
of Bakersfield of certain inhabited and unincorporated territory in
the County of Kern, gate of California, designated as "Ming No. 1",
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bakersfield, California, June 9, 1958 2
181
Adoption ol Ordinance No. 1182 New Series
repealing Ordinahce No. 461 New Serfes
regulating the business of structural pest
control and requiring certificates, permits
and bonds therefor.
Upon a motion by Carnakls, seconded by Collins, Ordinance
No. 1182 New Series'repealing Ordinance No. 461 New Series regulatin~g
the business of structural pest control and requiring certificates,
permits and bonds, therefor, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfan~, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 34-58
requesting the State Division of Highways
to replace all Division of Highways signs
at the City Limits of the City of Bakersfield
to indicate the present population of the City
of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution
No. 34-58 requesting the State DiVision of Highways to replace all
Division of Highways signs at the City Limits of the City of Bakersfield
to indicate that the population of said City is now 54,,093, was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1183 New Series
amending Sectiofi 3.01 of Ordinance No.
1010 New Series grantign application of Cencal
Development Company for change in zoning of
certain properties in the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Bentley, Ordinance
No. 1183 New Series amending Section 3.01 of Ordinance No. 1010 New
Series of the City of Bakersfield and granting application of Cencal
Development Company for change in zoning of three parcels of land lying
easterly of Mr. Vernon Avenue and northerly of Christmas Tree Lane,
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Bakersfield, California, June 9, 1958 - 3
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for Legal Advertising.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, the Purchasing
Agent was authorized to advertise for bids for Legal Advertising.
City Manager and/or Purchasing Agent
instructed to contact all insurance agents
in the City relative to bidding on Comprehensive
Liability Insurance.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, the City Manager
and/or purchasing Agent were instructed to contact the various insurance
agents in the City and ascertian if they are interested in submitting a
bid on Comprehensive Liability Insurance on or before September 1, 1958.
Acceptance of Grant of Easement for Storm
Drain purposes in Tract No. 1878 from
Whirremote Homes, Inc. and Bakersfield
Savings and Loan Ass'n.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, Grant of
Easement from Whittemore Homes, Inc. and Bakersfield Savings and Loan
Ass'n. for Storm Drain purposes in Tract No. 1878, was accepted and
the Mayor authorized to sign same.
Thirty days leave of absence without
pay granted Willie C. Roberson, Motor
Coabh Operator.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, 30 days
leave of absence, without pay, was granted Willie C. Roberson, Motor
Coach Operator, to start June 7, 1958 until July 7, 1958, inclusive.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos.
3686 to 3765, inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee,
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Bakersfield,California, June 9, 1958 - 4
Permission granted A. A. U. Committee
to have Truxtun Avenue closed between
Chester Avenue and K Street, Tuesday,
June 17 from 7 to 10 P.M.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, permission
was granted A. A. U. Committee to have Truxttm Avenue closed between
Chester Avenue and K Street Tuesday, June 17, from 7 to 10 P.M., as
a build-up for the National Track and Field Championships on June
20 and 21, 1958.
Permission granted A. A. U. Committee
to place a ticket booth on streets to
sell tickets for the National Track and
.Field Championship Meet.
Upon a ~otion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, permission was
granted the A. A. U. Committee to place a ticket booth on the
northwest corner of Nineteenth Street and Chester ~enue to sell
tickets for the National Track and Field Championship Meet.
Permission granted Bakersfield Firemen's
Relief Association to display two overhead
banners publicizing July 4th Fireworks Show.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, permission
was granted the Bakersfield Firemen's Relief Association to display
two o. verhead banners publicizing the July 4th Fireworks Show from
June 23, 1958 to July 5, 1958.
Proposed Joint Resolution and Agreement
amending the Joint Resolution establishing
the Bakersfield-Kern County Area Planning
Commission referred to the City-County
Cooperation Committee for study.
Upon .a motion by Carnakis,. seconded by Balfanz, proposed
Joint Resolution and Agreement amending the Joint Resolution
establishing the Bakersfield-Kern County Area Planning Commission
heretofore passed by the Kern County Board of Supervisors and the
Bakersfield City Council, was referred to the City-County Cooperation
Committee for study with the City Planning Staff.
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Bakersfield,;California, June 9, 1958 - 5
Adoption of OrdinanceNo. 1184 New
Series approving annexation of a parcel
of uninhabited territory to the City of
Bakersfield, California, designated as
Gannon No. 1, and providing for the taxation
of said territory to pay the bonded
~ndebtedness of said City.
This being the time set for hearing on the matter of the
annexation of a parcel of uninhabited territory to the City of
Bakersfield, and no protests or objections having been received, upon a
motion by Croes, seconded by Carnakis, Ordinance No. 1184 New Series
approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited territory to the City
of Bakersfield, California, .designated as Gannon No. 1, and providing for
the taxation of said territory to pay the bonded indebtedness of said
City, was adopted by the foil'owing vote:~
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
City Attorney instructed to prepare
ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance No.
1010 New Series and granting application
of Gannon Construction,Inc. to zone as
an R-4 (Multiple-Family Dwelling) Zone, that
certain property lying westerly of Union
Avenue between Thelma Drive and Jeffrey Street.
This being the time set for hearing on application of
Gannon Construction, Inc. to zone as an R-4 (Multiple-Family Dwelling)
Zone, that certain property lying westerly of Union Avenue between The~hna
Drive and Jeffrey Street, and no protests or objections having been
received, upon a motion by (krnakis, seconded by Balfanz, the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance
No. 1010 New Series granting the application.
City Manager directed to inform the Chief
of Police that a police escort from the
Council Chambers is not needed by the Members
of the Council.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, the City
Manager was directed to inform the Chief of Police that a police escort
from the Council Chambers to their cars after Council meeting, is not
needed by the members of the Council.
Bakersfield, California, June 9, 1958 - 6
Adoption of Emergency Ordinance No. 1185
New Series amending Emergency Ordinance
No. 582 New Series of the City of Bakersfield
by including a new street in the system of
Major City Streets.
Upon a motion by Collins, .seconded by Croes, Emergency
Ordinance No. 1185 New Series amending Emergency Ordinance No. 582
New Series of the City of Bakersfield, by including all that portion
of South Chester Avenue between a line 25 feet north of the south
line of Casa Loma Drive and the westerly line of U. S. Highway 99,
lying within the corporate limits of the City of Bakersfield, in the
system of Major City Streets, was adopted by the following ~ote:
Ayes: Balfanz, ~ntley, Carnakls, Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Approval of A~uual Recreation Agreement
with the County of Kern.
Upon a motion by ~rnakis, seconded by Bentley, Annual
Recreation Agreement with the County of Kern providing for the payment
of $39,700.00 for services performed by the City Recreation Department,
was approved,
City.
Council
and the Mayor Was authorized to sign same in behalf of the
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Collins,
adjourned at 8:48 P.M.
seconded by Bentley, the
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfie~ld, California
ATTEST:
C lerk of the Council of
the City of Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California, June 16, 1958
Minutes.of the regular meeting of theCouncil of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. June t6, 1958.
Invocation was given by Dr. R. Orman Roberts,
Trinity Methodist Church.
Present:
Pastor of the
Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Collins,
Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: Carnakis
Minutes of the regular meeting of June 9,1958 were approved
as presented.
Opening bids for 1000 Tons Liquid
Asphalt.
This being the time set to open bids for 1000 Tons Liquid
Asphalt,
and declared. Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, the bids
were referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Opening bids for 1600 Tons Plant Mix.
This being the time set to open bids for 1600 Tons Plant
Mix, all bids received were publicly opened, examined and declared.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, the bids were referred
to the City Manager for study and recommendation.
Acceptance of bid of the Bakersfield
Californian for Legal Advertising.
This being the time set to open bids for Legal Advertising,
upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Collins, bid of the Bakersfield
Californian was accepted, this being the only bid received. Cost
of the first insertion was quoted at 165 per column line of six-point
solid, and for each subsequent insertion of the same matter, 12~
per column line of six-point solid.
Reception of City Auditor's Monthly
Report for May, 1958.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, the City
Auditor's Financial Report for May, 1958, was received and ordered
placed on file.
SC3 and SC4, all bids received were publicly opened, examined
Bakersfield, California, June 16, 1958 - 2
Adoption of Emergency Ordinance No. 1186
New Series determining a prima facie speed
· limit of 35 miles per hour on a portion of
Union Avenue in the City of Bakersfield,
California.
The City Clerk read a memorandum from the Traffic Division
of the Police Department on the subject of change of speed on Union
Avenue between Niles Street and Bernard Street. Upon a motion by
Croes, seconded by Doolin, Emergency Ordinance No. 1186 New Series
determining a prima facie speed limit of 35 miles per hour on a portion
of Union Avenue in the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: .Balfanz, Bentley,
Noes: None
Absent: Carnakis
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1187 New
Series amending Section 3.01 (Zoning Map)
of Ordinance No. 1010 New Series of the
City of Bakersfield by zoning certain
property being annexed to said City.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, Ordinance
No. 1187 New Series amending Section 3.01 of Ordinance No. 1010 New
Series of the City of Bakersfield by zoning certain property,
designated as Gannon No.
by the following vote:
Balfanz, Bentley,
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
None
Carnakis
1, being annexed to said City, was adopted
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
City Manager and City Attorney authorized
to compromise claim of City of Bakersfield
vs. Frazier.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, the City Manager
and City Attorney were authorized to compromise claim of the City of
Bakersfield vs. Frazier for $350.00, covering damage to motorcycle
and equipment belonging to the City. The City Manager was authorized
to sign the acceptance of compromise settlement.
Bakersf!eld, California, June 16, 1958 - 3
City Attorney instructed to prepare
resolution fixing Council meetings during
the months of July and August.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Collins, the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare a resolution fixing the meetings
of the Council on the first and third Monday, during the months of
July and August.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Bentley, Vouchers
Nos. 3766 to 3839 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval
Committee were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue
checks on the Bank of America to coyer the respective amounts.
Petition from Mrs. Ferd W. Manzer
for abandonment of utility easement
in Block 1, Tract 1099, referred to
the Planning Commission for study and
recommendation.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Balfanz, petition
from Mrs. Ferd W. Manzer for the abandonment of a portion of the
utility easement described as the west five feet of the easterly
ten feet of Lot 4, Block 1, Tract 1099, was referred to the Planning
Commission for study and recommendation.
Date of hearing ~fore the Council fixed on
appeal from Walter L. Allen to decision of the
Planning Commission denying his application
for variance of zoning at 1905 Third Street.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Doolin, date of July 7,
1958, was fixed for hearing before the Council on appeal by
Walter L. Allen to decision of the Planning Commission denying his
application for variance of zoning to permit the construction of a
two bedroom home on the front of a log at 1905 Third Street.
Request from state Folk Dance Festival
Committee for financial assistance
~eferred to the Recreation Department for
study and recommendation at 1958-59 budget
hearings.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Balfanz, request from
the State Folk Dance Festival Committee for financial assistance to
host the 1959 State Festival was referred to the Recreation Department
for study and recommendation back to the Council at the 1958-59
budget hearings.
Bakersfield, California, June 16, 1958 - 4
139
Reception of communication from the
State Highway Engineer relative to
replacing population signs at the City
limits.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Dewire, communication
from Mr. G. T. McCoy, State Highway Engineer, advising that requisition
has been made for population plates to change the population on the
city limits signs to read 54,093 and that same wiil be installed as
soon as received from the manufacturer, was received and ordered placed
on file.
Request from Mr. Geo. W. Karrer for
reduction in charge for business
license to operate a roller skating
rink referred to the City Manager for
study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, a request
from Mr, Geo. W. Karrer, operator of a roller skating rink located
at 30 Kentucky Street, for a reduction in the business license fee
to conduct same, was referred to the City Manager for study and
recommendation.
Reception of communication from the Kern
County Planning Commission advising of
public hearing on the proposed rerouting
of Highway 466.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from the Kern County Planning Commission advising that arrangements
have been made for an informal public hearing on the proposed
rerouting of Highway 466 to be held June 17, 1958, at 7:30 P.M.
in the Golden State School Auditorium, was received and ordered placed
on file.
City Manager instructed to contact
Southern Pacific Company relative to
the blocking of the crossing at Baker
Street.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, the City
Manager was instructed to contact the superintendent of the Southern
Pacific Company and request that some action be taken to alleviate
the problem of trains blocking the crossing at Baker Street.
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Bakersfield~ California~ June 16~ 1958 - 5
City Manager instructed to request the
Health Department to make an inspection
of the premises at 903 South Owens Street.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Dewire, the City
Manager was instructed to'request the Health Department to make
an inspection of the premises at 903 South Owens Street and report
back to the Council.
City Manager instructed to contact
State Division of Highways District
Engineer ~elative to the recently
completed landscaping of the Traffic
Circle.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Doolin, the City
Manager was ~structed to contact the State Division of Highways
District Engineer and ascertain if some improvement cannot be made
in the appearance of the Traffic Circle which was recently landscaped
by the State.
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Croes, the Council
adjourned at 8:51 P.M.
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CIT~'~"ana Ex&d~icio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
1.41
Bakersfield, California, June 23, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, California~ held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall
at eight o'clock P.M. June 23~ 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Luther Williams, Pastor
of St. Luke's Episcopal Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Collins, Croes, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: None
Minutes of
as presented.
the regular meeting of June 16, 1958 were approved
Rejection of all bids to furnish
1000 Tons Liquid Asphalt. City Manager
authorized to purchase material on the
open market.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Croes, all bids to furnish
1000 tons of Liquid Asphalt were rejected, and the City Manager was
authorized to go on the open market and purchase this material.
Acceptance of bid of Griffith Co.
to furnish 1600 Tons Plant Mix.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, bid of Grif~ith
Co. to furnish 1600 Tons Plant Mix for $4.17 per ton was accepted,
all other bids were rejected, and the Mayor was authorized to sign the
contract covering same.
City Manager directed to notify the
Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company
to submit petition for the annexation of
their property to the City of Bakersfield.
A communication from the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company
requesting permission to connect a parcel of real property located on
the northwest corner of Planz and Kern Island Roads to the City sewer
system, was read, and upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis,
the letter was received and ordered placed on file, and the City Man~Lger
was directed to notify this company to submit petition to annex this
property to the City of Bakersfield, in accordance with policy adopted
by the Council.
Bakersfield, California~ June 23, 1958 - 2
Date fixed for hearing before the Council
on appeal from T. C. Ketchem to decision
of the Planning Commission denying his
application for a variance of zoning to
permit premises at 521 Flower Street to be
used for the repair of television sets.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, date of July
21, 1958, was fixed for hearing before the Council on appeal from
T. V. Ketchem to decision of the Planning Commission denying his application
for a variance of zoning to permit premises at 521 Flower Street to
be used for the repair of television sets.
Communication from the Kern County Planning
Commission relative to compensating the members
of the'Bakersfield-Kern County Area Planning
Commission for attendance at meetings
referred to the City-County Cooperation
Committee.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, communication
from the Kern County Planning Commission advising that if the City
does not wish to share in the payment of $25.00 per meeting to the
members of the Bakersfield-Kern County Area Planning Commission for
attendance at meetings, the County will assume the payment of all
costs under a financing agreement between the City and County relating
to the operation of said Area Planning Commission, was referred to
the City-County Cooperation Committee.
Reception of communication from Mack B.
Thompson relative to maintenance of City
streets.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Collins, communication
from Mack B. Thompson relative to maintenance and cleaning of city
streets, was received and ordered placed on file.
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, Vouchers Nos..
3841 to 3907 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Committee were
allowed, and the City Alditor was authorized to issue checks on the
Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
Bakersfield, California, June 23, 1958 - 3
Additional 60 days leave of absence
granted Stuart M. Barrett, semi-skilled
laborer in the Corpqration Yard.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, additional
60 days leave of absence was granted Stuart M. Barrett, semi-skilled
laborer in the Corporation Yard.
Permission granted Police Civil Service
Commission to waive residential requirements
on two persons who have successfully passed
the examination for pelice Patrolman.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, the pelice
Civil Service Commission was granted permission to waive the residential
requirements'of the Charter for'two persons who have successfully
passed the examination for Police Patrolman.
Adoption of Resolution No. 36-58
authorizing the execution of a
contract with the State Personnel
Board.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Crees, Resolution No.
36-58 authorizing the entering into of a contract with the State
Personnel Board and the execution.of same by the Mayor, was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: ~lfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Crees, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: None
City ~torney instructed to prepare
resolution commending the Greater
Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce and all
participating individuals, law enforcement
agencies and other organizations for
assistance in making the A. A. U. Meet a
Success.
Upon a motion by Crees, seconded by Carnakis, the City
Attorney was instructed to prepare a resolution commending the Greater
Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce and all participating individuals, law
enforcement agencies and other organizations for their assistance
,in making the recently held A. A. U. Meet a sucqess.
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Bakersfield, California, JUne 23, 1958 - 4
Purchasing Agent authorized to advertise
for bids for annual requirements of curbs,
gutters, sidewalks and part-circle culverts.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, the Purchasing
Agent was authorized to advertise for annual requirements of Concrete
Curbs, Gutters and Sidewalks and Part-Circle Culverts.
Reception of petition from the owners
of more than 60% in the area of the property
subject to assessment for the construction
of curbs, gutters, sidewalks, curb and
gutter returns along portions of Lakeview
Avenue. City Clerk instructed to check
same for sufficiency.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Croes, a petition
purporting to contain the signatures of the owners of more than 60%
in the area of the property subject to assessment requesting the
construction of curbs, gutters, sidewalks, curb and gutter returns,
cross gutters in and the widening and paving of Lakeview Avenue and
the intersections of all intersecting streets, between the north
boundary of the Southern Pacific Railway Asphalto Branch right of way
and the north line of 10th Street, was received and ordered placed on
file. The City Clerk was instructed to compare the signatures with
the names of the owners as shown on the last equalized assessment roll
of the County of Kern for sufficiency of the petition.
Council to work with the Board of
Supervisors and the State Division of
Highways to arrive at some conclusion
for the construction of freeways by
January 1, 1959.
It was moved by Doolin, seconded by Croes, that the Council
work with the Board of Supervisors and the State Division of Highways
in an effort to determine the location of, and arrive at some
conclusion on the construction of freeways in this area by January 1,
1959. The motion carried unanimously. Mayor Sullivan was directed
to inform the Board of Supervisors of the Council's action, and to
send a letter to Mr. C. M. Gilliss, State Director of hblic Works,
requesting that Mr. Jacobson be permitted to attend any hearings on
the subject of freeways which the Council may hold within the next
six months.
Bakersfield, California, June 23, 1958 - 5
Adjournment.
Upon a motion by Croes, seconded by Bentley~
Council adjourned at 8:40 P.M.
the
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield,
California
ATTEST:
CITY nd Ex-6fficio ~erk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
146
Bake~sfield, California, June 30, 1958
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall at eight o'clock P.M. June 30, 1958.
Invocation was given by the Reverend Vandor Littlejohn,
Pastor of the Hillcrest Baptist Church.
Present: Mayor Sullivan. Councilmen Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis,
Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Absent: Councilman Croes
Minutes of the regular meeting of June 23, 1958 were
approved as presented.
Reception of City Manager's report
on the subject of Annexation Policy.
At this time the City Manager read his report on the
subject of Annexation Policy. Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by
Carnakis, the report was received and ordered placed on file, with
no action on the recommendations contained therein to be taken at
the present time. Councilman Dewire suggested that some information
be disseminated to the people in Ming No. 1 Tract who are considering
annexing to the City, to the effect that it is not the Council's
policy at the present time to make any charge for annexation to the
City of Bakersfield.
Re-appointment of Willard C. Myers as
Member of the Transit Authority Commission.
Upon a motion by Doolin, seconded by Carnakis, Mr. Willard
C. Myers was re-appointed as a Member of the Transit Authority
Commission for a five year term expiring June S0, 1963.
Reception of City Clerk's Certificate
of Absent Voter Ballots.
The Council recessed and reconvened as a Canvassing Board
of the votes cast at the Special Annexation Election held June 24,
1958. Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, the City
Clerk's Certificate of Absent Voters Ballots was received and
ordered placed on file.
Bakersfield,
California,
June 30, 1958 - 2
Minute Order declaring the result of
canvass of returns of Special Election
held June 24, 1958.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Bentley, the
following Minute Order declaring the result of canvass of returns of
Special Election held June 24, 1958, was adopted by the Council:
NO. OF
PROPOSITION VOTES CAST FOR AGAINST
Shall "Spruce Addition No. 1" be
annexed to the City Of Bakersfield
and the property in such a territory
be, after such annexation, subject
to taxation equally with the property
within the City of Bakersfield,~ to
pay the bonded indebtedness of the
city of Bakersfield outstanding for
acquisition, construction or
completion of Municipal
improvements? 65
37 28
Absentee Ballots
2
2
TOTAL VOTES CAST
67
39 28
Canvassing BOard reconvenes as
a Council.
Upon a motion by Balfanz,seconded by Dewire, the
Canvassing Board reconvened as a Council.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1188 New
Series approving the annexation to the
City of Bakersfield of certain inhabited
territory designated as ~'Spruce Addition
No. 1", which is contiguous to the City
of Bakersfield, upon the terms contained
in the question submitted at a Special
Election held in said territory on the
24th day of June, 1958.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, Ordinance
No. 1188 New Series approving the annexation to the City of Bakersfield
of certain inhabited territory designated as "Spruce Addition No.
1", which is contiguous to the City of Bakersfield, upon the terms
contained in the question submitted at a Special ~ection held in
said territory on the 24th day of June, 1958, was adopted as read
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
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Bakersfield, California, June 30~ 1958 - 3
Adoption of Resolution No. 37-58 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield fixing
a time and place for hearing p~tests by
persons owning real property within territory
designated aS Union Cemetery No. 1, proposed
to be annexed.
Upon a motion by Collins, seconded by Balfanz, Resolution No.
37-58 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 Union Cemetery No. 1, proposed to be annexed,
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
Adoption of Resolution No. 38-58
commending all individuals and
organizations who contributed to
the success of the A. A. U. Meet.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Dewire, Resolution
No. 38-58 commending all individuals and organizations who contributed
to the success of the A. A. U. Track and Field Meet which was held in
Bakersfield Memorial Stadium on June 20th and 21st, was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
Approval of Electric Service Agreement
with Pacific Gas and Electric Company
for motors at South Park.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Balfanz, three year
Electric Service Agreement with the Pacific Gas and ElectricCompany
in connection with furnishing additional power needed for electric
motors at South Park, was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to
sign same in behalf of the C~ty.
149
Bakersfield, Californ~a, June 30, 1958 - 4
Adoption of Resolution No. 39-58 making
appropri~tions for the government of the
City of Bakersfield for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 1958, and ending June 30,
1959, adopting a budget for said fiscal
year, and providing for necessary adjustments
and transfers of appropriations within said
budget.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, seconded by Collins, Resolution
No. 39-58 making appropriations for the government of the City of
Bakersfield for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1958, and ending
June 30, 1959, adopting a budget for said fiscal year, and providing
for necessary adjustments and transfers of appropriations within
said budget, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Dewire, Doolin
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
Approval of Salary increases effective
August 1, 1958.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Balfanz, the following
salary increases effective August 1, 1958, were approved:
NAME
CLASSIFICATIONS
FROM STEP TO STEP
Hattie Foster Bookkeeping Machine Optr. 4
J. C. Brown Hoseman 3
Lillian Hall Intermediate Typist Clerk 3
H. J. Cessna Motor Patrolman 4
D. L. Riggs Motor Patrolman 4
DaVid Be11 Patrolman 3
M. C. Barnes Motor Patrolman 3
E. E. Miller Motor Patrolman 3
Thomas Lambert Plainclothes Patrolman Gr. I 3
Alvin Brooks Refuse & Clean~g Foreman 4
John ~ylor Mechanicts Helper 3
William Jing Engineer III 3
Andrew Padilla Semi-skilled Laborer 4
5
4
4
5
5
4
4
4
4
5
4
4
5
Allowance of Claims.
Upon a motion by Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, Vouchers Nos.
3908 to 4004 inclusive, as audited by the Finance Approval Committee,
were allowed, and the City Auditor was authorized to issue checks on
the Bank of America to cover the respective amounts.
1.50
Bakersfield, Californ±a, June 30, 1958 - 5
Adoption of Resolution No. 40-58 of the
City Council of the City of Bakersfield
adopting budget and approving Memorandum
of Agreement for the expenditure of
EngineeKing A1iocation for City streets
under Section 2107.5 of the Streets and
Highways Code.
Upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Doolin, Resolution No.
40-58 of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield adopting budget
and approving Memorandum of Agreement for the expenditure of Engineering
Allocating for City Streets under Section 2107.5 of the Streets and
Highways Code, was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Balfanz, Bentley, Carnakis, Collins, Dewire,
Noes: None
Absent: Croes
Doolin
Reception of communication from W. L.
Welch, District Engineer of the State
Division of Highways, advising of public
meeting to be held to present all alternates
under consideration in connection with the
improvement of State ~gn Route 178.
Upon a motion by Carnakis, 'seconded by Doolin, communication
from Mr. W. L. Welch, District Engineer of the State Division of Highways,
advising that a public meeting will be held in the auditorium of the
Washington School on ~he evening of July 31, 1958, to consider all
alternates which have been presented in connection with the improvement
of State Sign Route 178, was received and ordered placed on fiIe.
City Clerk instructed to notify the
State Folk Dance Festival Committee
to request permission to display banners
in the downtown area 60 days prior to
the date of the festival.
Upon a motion ~y Bentley, seconded by Carnakis, the City
Clerk was instructed to notify the State Folk Dance Festival Committee
~to request permission from the Council to display banners in the
downtown area 60 days prior to the date the Festival is to be held.
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Bakersfield,. California, June 30, 1958 - 6
Communication from the Engineering
Division of the 1957 Governor's Traffic
Safety Conference referred to the City
Manager.
A communication from the Engineering Division of the 1957
Governor's Traffic Safety Conference advising that a resolution had
been adopted and presented to the Governor urging legislative bodie:s
to authorize and support the engineer in a program of cooperative
highway planning with other jurisdictions was read, and in line witl~
the Council's policy of cooperation, upon a motion by Dewire, seconded
by Collins, the communication was referred to the City Manager
authorizing him, or any member of his staff, to attend any meetings
that may be necessary in order to support the engineering and
planning agencies in a program. of cooperative highway planning.
Purchasing Agent authorized to sell
surplus jail cells now located in the
basement of the Police Department.
In accordance with Section 3 of Ordinance No. ~088 New
Series, upon a motion by Dewire, seconded by Carnakis, the P~rchasi~g
Agent was authorized to offer for public sale, two surplus jail
cells now located in the basement of the Police Depa~rtment.
Adjournment.
Upon.a motion by Carnakis~ seconded by Dewire, the
Council adjourned at 9:20 P.M.
ATTEST:
of the City of Bakersfield, California