Minutes 1959/06/01
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Gilroy, California
June 1, 1959
This regular' monthly meeting of the Common CouncJl is
called to order by His Honor Sig Sanchez.
Present: Councilmen Carl W. Pate, Courtland M. Rush,
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Kenneth L~ Petersen, Everett C. Wentworth, and Wilford E. Jor-
dan. Absent: Councilman Charles Gallo.
The Mayor now asks if all Councilmen have received copi~s
of the minutes of the regular monthly meeting of May 4th, the
special meeting of May 7th, and the regular adjourned meeting
of May l8tp; All Councilmen answer in the affi~ative. The
Mayor now asks if there are any errors or omissions in the min-'
utes as presented. No errors or omissions are noted. The May-
or now declares the minutes of the regular monthly meeting of
May 4th, the special meeting of May 7th, and the regular ad-
journed meeting of May 18, 1959 approved.
The Mayor now states that there is a hearing on the pro-
posed amendment to Ordinance No. 422 increasing the size of lots
for building sites from 5,000 to 7,000 sq. ft. He asks if any-
one in the audience wishes to speak for or against the amend-
ment. There is no comment.
A letter is read from the Remnant Church requesting a per-
mit for a church and the erection of a printing plant at 71
North Church Street. This matter is referred to the Planning
Commission for study and recommendation. The Mayor instructs
the Secretary of the Planning Commission Max Kludt to inform
Rev. Ask to be present at' the Planning Commission meeting
when this matter is discussed~
The Mayor asks the City Attorney to present the resolution
of intention to start condemnation proceedings for an easement
for an industrial outfall sewer line.
At this time Mr. John Klarich states that he recently met
with Mr. Frank Serafin, property owner of the land across which
the easement is to be obtained and Mr. Church, engineer of the
project and discussed the matter of the industrial sewer line.
He reports that Mr. Serafin wi~l agree with the easement if
the line is placed closer to Gentry plant than the original eng-
ineering plans called for, and that Mr. Serafin has agreed to
the $1,000.00 fee if the plans are changed. The Mayor suggests
that the City Attorney proceed with the condemnation proceedings
so the industrial outfall sewer line will not be delayed any fur-
ther. Councilman Wentworth suggests that the Sewer Committee
hold another meeting with Mr. Serafin.
Motion by Councilman Pate that the City Attorney proceed with
the condemnation proceedings against Mr. Serafin allowing a
three day period to settle the proposed change in the engineer-
ing plans with the Santa Clara County Flood Control District and
the property owners.
Councilman Pate withdraws his motion.
Motion by Councilman Wentworth second by Councilman Pate
and carried that the resolution of ~ntention to start condemna-
tion proceedings for the easement for an industrial outfall sewer
line be read by the City Attorney.
Resolution No. 511 is presented by the City Attorney. Mo-
tion by Councilman Wentworth second by Councilman Rush that Reso-
lution No. 511 be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 511
RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY DECLAR-
ING PUBLIC NECESSITY FOR ACQUISITION OF EASEMENT AND AUTHORIZ-
ING THE CITY ATTORNEY OF THE CITY OF GILROY TO INSTITUTE SUIT
IN EMINENT DOMAIN THEREFOR.
AYES: COUNCILMEN: Pate,Rush,Petersen,Wentworth,Jordan
NOES: COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMAN: Gallo
Councilman Wentworth reports that the Sewer Committee met
with Mr. Serafin and unofficially offered him $1,000.00 for a
ten foot easement for the industrial outfall sewer line, plus
any crop damage. Discussion is had on the matter. Motion by .
Councilman Wentworth second by Councilman Petersen and carried
that the Sewer Committee be authorized to meet with Mr. Frank
Serafin and his attorney to offer $1,000.00 for the easement
strip.
Mr. John Klarich states that Mr. Serafin agrees with the
:$1,000.00 if the alignment of the sewer line is changed from
the original engineering plans.
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City Engineer Hanna requests permission to advertise for
bids for the installation of industrial sewer mains and he re-
ports that the plans and specifications will call for the con-
tractors to begin construction on July 15th but ,no sooner.
Motion by Councilman Wentworth second by Councilman Jor-
dan and carried to accept the plans and specifications for the
installation of the industrial sewer mains as presented by the
City Engineer.
Motion by Councilman Rush second by Councilman Petersen
and carried that the City Engineer be authorized to advertise
" for bids for the installation of industrial sewer mains and
that a special meeting for the opening of these bids be set
for July 29th at S:OO p.m.
Ordinance No. 603 is presented by the Chief Administrative
Officer. Motion by Councilman Rush second by Councilman Went-
worth that Ordinance No. 602 be a<<opted.
ORDINANCE NO. 603
AN ORDINANCE CREATING A RETIREMENT PROGRAM FOR THE EMPLOYEES
OF THE CITY OF GILROY.
AYES: COUNCILMEN: Pate,Rush,Petersen,Wentworth,Jordan
NOES: COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMAN: Gallo
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The Mayor suggests that the Chief Administrative Officer
be instructed to write Stubnitz Greene Corporation requesting
a final decision as to their plans at the Gymkhana Grounds and
if no decision has been reached to have them return the deed.
Motion by Councilman Pate second by Councilman Jordan and
carried that the Chief Administrative Officer contact Stubnitz
Greene Corporation asking for a final decision as to their plans
at the Gymkhana Grounds and if they do not have any plans then
we would like them to return the deed.
Ordinance No. 604 is presented and read by the City At-
torney. Motion by Councilman Rush second by Councilman Peter-
sen that Ordinance No. 604 be adopted.
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ORDINANCE NO. 604
ORDINANCE NO. 604 OF THE CITY OF GILROY AMENDING SUBDIVISION
(b) SECTION 5 OF ORDINANCE NO. 422 OF THE CITY OF GILROY BY
INCREASING THE AREA REQUIRED FOR A DWELLING BUILDING SITE FROM
5,000 SQUARE FEET to 7,000 SQUARE FEET.
AYES: COUNCILMEN: Pate,Rush,Petersen,Wentworth,Jordan
NOES: COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMAN: Gallo
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Director of Public Works Kludt reports that he has dis-
cussed the Code of Ethics of the Painting and Decorating Con-
tractors with the local contractors and none of them belong
to this association. A proposed resolution recognizing the
code is tabled.
Director of Public Works Kludt reports that the cost of
a ten inch water main to the Gentry Plant is estimated to be
$67,075.00 .
Director of Public Works Kludt reports that he has con-
tacted Ross Sanchez concerning the set back of his building
adjacent to the street line at the Welburn Avenue Project and
that he has agreed to exchange a small triangle of his land for
a portion of the City property. Director of Public Works Kludt
is instructed to proceed and find out if Mr. Gllrries is in
agreement with this exchange of property.
The Mayor instructs the Sewer Committee to hold a meeting
and discuss the proposed industrial waste ordinance and re-
port back to the Council with their recommendation at the next
meeting.
Director of Public Works Kludt reports that all improve-
ments in Eschenburg Park Unit No. 1 have been installed.
The Chief Administrative Officer presents and reads Reso-
lution No. 512. Motion by Councilman Pate second by Council-
man Rush that Resolution No. 512 be adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 512
RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT OWNER AND SUBDIVIDER OF ESCHENBURG
PARK UNIT NO. 1 HAVE FULLY COMPLIED WITH PROVISIONS OF THE AGREE-
MENT FOR FURNISHING IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASING SURETY ON BOND.
AYES: COUNCILMEN: Pate,Rush,Petersen,Wentworth,Jordan
NOES: COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMAN: Gallo.
A copy of a letter to the Division of Highways from the City
of Morgan Hill is read regarding the location of the South Val-
ley Freeway. A letter is also read from the County Planning
Department informing the City Council of the proposed plan lines
for freeways and expressways. Discussion is had on the matter.
The Council decides to table this matter temporarily.
A letter is read requesting the appointment of a repre-
sentative from Gilroy to the Citizens' Committee for Children
and Youth. The Mayor states that he unofficially appointed
Mrs. Virginia Steinmitz as representative to attend the meeting.
Motion by Councilman Petersen second by Councilman Jordan and
carried that Mrs. Virginia Steinmitz be officially appointed as
a representative to the Citizens' Committee for Children and
Youth.
The Mayor instructs the Public Health and Safety Committee
to attend a meeting of the Citizens' Committee for Children
and Youth on June 3rd at 8:00 p.m. at the Episcopal parrish
hall located on Wayland Lane & Broadway.
A letter is read from City Engineer Walter Hanna Jr., re-
questing the establishment of plan lines on the Miller Slough
Project, and recommending that the necessary legal arrangements
be made to establish them. Motion by Councilman Pate second
by Councilman Wentworth and carried that this request be refer-
red to the Planning Commission for study and recommendation.
A letter is read from Fire Chief Ramazane recommending ad-
vancement of Hurshel Wingo to the next step in the salary
schedule.
A letter is read from Director of Public Works Kludt rec-
ommending advancement of Gabriel Filice to the next step in
the salary schedule.
Motion by Councilman Wentworth second by Councilman Peter-
sen and carried that Hurshel Wingo and Gabriel Filice be advan-
ced to the next step in the salary schedule.
Chief Administrative Officer Carr requests permission to
place Miss Peggy Goodrich on the salary schedule as Account
Clerk effective June 1, 1959. Motion by Councilman Petersen
second by Councilman Jordan and carried that Miss Peggy Good-
rich be appointed Account Clerk at the first step in the salary
schedule at $243.00 per month, effective June 1, 1959.
Reports of the Building Inspector, Police Department,
Poundmaster, and City Officers are read. Motion by Councilman
Petersen second by Councilman Wentworth and carried that the
reports be accepted as read.
Motion by Councilman Pate second by Councilman Petersen
and carried that bills as presented be allowed and warrants
drawn on the Treasurer.
Councilmari Petersen reports that due to the inadequacy of
the present lawn mower the Building and Grounds Committee rec-
ommends the approval of the purchase of a self-propelled mower
for $1,073.92 which includes a $250.00 trade-in allowance for
the old mower. Motion by Councilman Petersen second by Coun-
cilman Wentworth.and carried that the City purchase a self-
propelled mower in the amount of $1073.92 which includes the
trade-in of the old mower.
Councilman Rush suggests that Chief Administrative Off-
icer Carr be authorized to investigate giving examinations for
reserve police officers. Chief Administrative Officer Carr is
instructed to contact Mr. Shean of Associated Consultants for
information concerning cost for examinations for reserve police
officers.
The City Clerk presents and reads a list_prepared by Water
Collector, Dorothy Goodwin, of uncollectible water accounts
from May 1, 1958 to June 1, 1959, and requests permission to
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write off these accounts from the water department records.
The report shows the sum of $193.30 oweing and deposits on
these accounts in the amount of $95.00, leaving a net loss
of $98.30. Motion by Councilman Petersen second by Council-
man Pate and carried that uncollectible accounts of the water
department in the amount of $193.30 be written off.
r Director of Public Works Kludt reports that the 'City
experimented painting electroliers and it will cost the City
$610.00. He states that Henry Weymouth will paint two elec-
troliers and give us his cost. Mr. Kludt requests permission
to allow Mr. Weymouth to proceed with the painting of the
electroliers if his cost is under the City's cost. The
Council state that this matter is left to the discretion of
the City Staff.
Director of PVblic Works Kludt requests permission to
conduct a sidewalk'survey. Mntion by Councilman Pate second
by Councilman Petersen and carried that Max Kludt be authorized
to conduct a sidewalk survey and send letters to those pro-
perty owners whose sidewalk need to be repaired.
The Mayor instructs Chief Administrative Officer Carr
to write a letter to property owners on Monterey Street who
have debris on their vacant lots to cooperate by cleaning
them up.
Councilman Jordan discusses the posting of advertising
bills on property and suggests ~hat if there is an ordinance
prohibiting it, it should be enforced.
Purchasing Agent Reinsch reports that the Police Depart-
ment has requested temporary "No left turn" signs on Lewis,
Martin and Sixth Streets to be used between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.
on Sunday evenings when there is heavy traffic on Monterey
Street. Chief Administrative Carr is instructed to find out
from the State if they will allow the City of Gilroy to use
these mobile signs.
Dale B. Connell reports that the Council should evaluate
whether or not they want the County Buildings in th~ City
limits and take the necessary action to obtain it.
Mr. Connell also requests a work meeting withfue Coun-
cil concerning water mains at Gentry and- other annexation
matters. This meeting is tentatively set for June 22nd.
Chief Administrative Carr is instructed to contact the
Board of Supervisors asking when they plan to begin construc-
tion of the County buildings and if necessary to ask for an
audience with them.
Dale Connell reports that he has a letter from Mr. Cam-
pen stating that the matter of County buildings is in the hands
of the County Planning Commission.
The City Attorney presents and reads Resolution No. 513.
Motion by Councilman Rush second by Councilman Wentworth that
Resolution No. 513 be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 513
RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY AC-
CEPTING CONVEYANCE.
AYES: COUNCILMEN: Pate,Rush,Petersen,Wentworth,Jordan
NOES: COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMAN: Gallo _
Motion by Councilman Pate second by Councilman Rush and
carried that this meeting be adjourned to June 15th at 8:00
p.m., Council Chambers, Wheeler Auditorium, Gilroy, California.
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