Minutes 1961/06/05
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Gilroy, California
June 5, 1961
This regular monthly meeting of the City Council is called to order
by His Honor Sig Sanchez.
Present: Council Members: George T. Duffin, Norman B. Goodrich, Wil-
ford E. Jordan, Kenneth L. Petersen, Charles F. Quartiroll, Everett C. Went-
worth and Sig Sanchez.
The Mayor. asks If all Councilmen have received copies of the special
meeting of May 5, 1961, and of the regular monthly meetings of May 1st and
May 15, 1961. All Councilmen answer in the affirmative. The Mayor now asks
if there are any errors or omissions in the minutes as presented. No errors
or omissions are are noted. ,The Mayor now declares the minutes of the special
meeting of May 5, 1961 and of the regular monthly meetings of May 1st and May
15, 1961 approved.
The Mayor. states that this is the time and place for opening of bids
for public official and employee bonds.
Assistant City Administrator Reinsch explains that Proposal No. I is
for an annual bid and Proposal No.2 is for a three year bid payable annually.
The bids are opened and they. read as follows:
I. Firman Voorhies Agency - No. 1- $323.83, No.2 - $868.14 total or
$289.38 payable each year; 2. G. B. Rodeck - No.1 - $368.49, No.2 $967.28
total or $483.64 for the 1st year, $290.18 for the 2nd year, $193.46 for the
3rd year; 3. August Piedmont - No.1 -. $412.09, No.2 $379.55 or $189.78 for
the 1st year, $113.86 for the 2nd year, $75.91 for the 3rd year; 4. E. E.
Eustice Insurance - No.1 - $394.66, No.2 - $901 .89 total.
Discussion is had. The bids are referred to the City Attorney to check
proposal No.2 of the August Piedmont bid and to check the low bid of Firman
Voorhies Agency.
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The Mayor states that this is the time and place fqr opening of bids for
construction of the Southwest sanitary outfall sewer line.
City Engineer Hanna Jr. explains priefly the location of the proposed
sewer 1 i ne. )iean9 Director of"Pub li cWq~ks Kludt open~ th,e b,1 ds and ~hey
read as follows:
Al ter'1a te ~o. 1 (<:! s bes tos cemen t pipe)
'. Unit 'No.1' Unit ~o. i'ti~ft No.3
I. Lowrie Paving Co., San Francisco $139,403.02 '$2'~,076.00' "$13,274.72
Alternate No.2 (vitrified clay pipe)
Unit No. I Unit No.2 Unit No.3
'$155,881.18 $23,259.20 $13,545.76
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2. Hydro-Tech We~tern Corp.Santa Clara
, Al t,l Unit No. 1 Unit No. 2 Unit No. 3
) , I' $135,981.00 $2,0 , 659.20 $11,520.80
Al t.2 ., . I Unit No. ~
Unit No. 1 Un i ,t No. 3
$152,088.40 $2q,659.2O $11,520.80
3. Graven Con~t.Co.,Sacramento ,Alt.l Unit No. I Unl t No. 2 Un i t No. 3
$149,450.40 $24,439.04 $15,776.88
AI t.2 Unit No. 1 Un'itNo. 2 Unit No. 3
$173,588.30 $25,245.12 $16,396.88
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Roy Price,lnc.,Walnut Creek Alt.l Unit No. I Unit No. 2 Unit No. 3
$154,869.74 $28,297.76 $14,756.24
AI t.2 Unit No. 1 Unit No. 2 Unit No. 3
No bid No bid No bid
5. Granite Const.Co.,WatsonviI1e
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Alt.2
6. Ince Bros,Sunnyvalle
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7. Fisher Co~t.C~.',~h6e~ix,Ariz.
Al t.l
Al t.2
8. Spartan Const.Co.,San Jose Alt.l
Al t.2
9. Stockton Const.Co.,Stockton Alt.l
Alt.2
10. Mcquire & Hester,Oakland Alt.l
Alt.2
11. Bilardi Const.Co.,SanJose Alt.l
Al t.2
12. E.T.Haas Co.,Belmont Alt.l
Al t.2
Unt't No. I Unit No.2 Unit No.3
$148,813.20 $28 , 548. I 6 $13,176.00
U~'tt No. I Unit No.2 Un i t No. 3
$164,983.40 $28,548 . 16 $13,176.00
Unit No. I Unit No. 2 Unit No.3
$154,219.30 $26,250.40 $15,986.00
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Unit No. I Un i t No. 3
$167, 142.90 2 ,433.60 $16,0~h .80
UnIt No. 1 Unit No.2 Un i t No. 3
$141,002.90 $22,620.16 $12,381.36
Unit No. 1 Unit No.2 Unit No.3
$172,273.90 $23,206.40 $12,881.36
Uni t No. I Un i t No. 2 Unit No.3
$155,179.00 $26,932.00 $15,008.40
Unit No. 1 Un I t No. 2 Un i t No. 3
$180.094.60 $28,215.20 $15,708.40
Un i t No. I Unit No.2 Unit No.3
$143,992.90 $28,274.72 $15,313.28
Unit No. 1 Unit No.2 Un i t No. 3
$Voi d Void Void
Un i t No. 1 Un i t No. 2 Un i t No. 3
$149,489.60 $21,680.00 $12,966.00
$162,237.00 $21,680.00 $13,256.40
Unit No. I Un I t No. 2 Un i t No. 3
$120,359.90 $18,325.60 $14,434.40
$148,106.90 $18,325.60 $17,734.40
Unit No. 1 Unit No.2 Unit No.3
$151,756.20 $25,817.60 $13.803.20
$175,954.80 $26,916.80 $14,803.20
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13. Vall ey Engineers'lnc.Fresno Alt.l Unit No. I Unit No.2 . Un i t No. 3
$158,429.30 $27,649.60 $14,490.40
Al t.2 $176,550.00 $29,199.20 $14,780.80
14. Wm.Radtke & Son,Gilroy Al t.l Uni t No. 1 Un i t No. 2 Un i t No. 3
$151,306.74 $24,352.00 $14,684.00
A I t.2 $178,504.04 $26, 110.72 $ 1 5 , 6 13 .28
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Geo.C.Renz Const. ~o.,Gilroy Alt.l Unit No.1
$188,864..20
Alt.2 $209,640.00
Un i t No.3
$15,82~.40
$16,406.40
Unit No.2
$33,644.80
$34,744 .00
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City Engineer Hanna Jr. and Director of Public Works Kludt leave the room
to check the bids. ,
The Mayor states that he has requested David Coryell and Le Grand Forsytfue
to attend this meeting to explain their proposed building project in connection
with protests from property owners for further, connection to the sewer line on
Maple Street.
Mr. Dale Long, spokesman for the group protesting additional connections
to the sewer line on Maple Street, comes forward and explains that his group re-
quests that the proposed building project of Mr. Coryell and Mr. Forsythe not be
allowed to connect their building project to the present sewer line on Maple
Street because of its inadequacy.
The Mayor states that the City Engineer has prepared a study for the sewer
line capacity on Maple Street.
John Cirelli addresse~ the Council and protests further connections to
the sewer line in question.
City Administrator Carr reads the report of the City Engineer1s survey on
the sewer line capacity explaining that this line is adequate.
The Mayor calls on Mr. Coryell to explain his plans for the proposed La
Hacienda Units.
Mr. Coryell gives an explanation of the proposed building project.
Discussion is had from the audience protesting approximately 75 people in
one small strip of land. The Mayor states that this matter was brought before
the Planning Commission and they have approved the site for a project of this
type.
The City Engineer and Director of Publ ic Works enter after checking the
sanitary sewer line bids and the low bid is given to the City Attorney for ap-
prova I .
City Engineer Hanna Jr. reports that the capacity of the sewer line on
Maple street is sufficient as statep in his report however he is not prepared at
this time to state whether or not additional connections to this sewer line would
be advisable. He recommends that a new line be installed from the proposed bui Id-
ing project to East Street.
Discussion is had on the odor arising from the present sewer line. The
Mayor s,tat~s.that the City will replace the present manholes with sealed manholes
if Mr. Blundo, owner of the sewer line, will give the City permission to maintain
the manholes.
Mr. Coryell states that they would like to begin constructing this project
June 26th.
The Mayor suggests that th~ property owners on Maple Street and Mr. Coryell
enter into a cooperative sewer line project to service all parties concerned.
Mr. Forsythe addresses the Council anp explains that any cooperative ven-
ture is In his and Mr. Coryell IS favor and explains that the proposed building
project is not intended to be unsightly nor do the owners intend to allow it to
deteriorate.
The Mayor states that this matter will be studied an~ a report will be
made at the: next meeting concerning a cooperative sewer line project between
the interested parties.
The group that is protesting further sewer connections to the Maple Street
line ask if the Seventh Day Adventist Church who presently' have a. septic tank
can connect with the City sewer line.
Director of Public Works Kludt is instructed to investigate this proposal.
The City Attorney reports that he has checked the bid of August Piedmont
and finds that it is Impossible to interpret the meaning intended. Assistant
City Administrator Reinsch explains that he believes, Proposal No.2 total should
be $1,181.05 instead of the total $379.55 as read.
Discuss i on is had concern i ng the teqni no logy usedi n the low bid of F i r-
man Voorhies Agency. The City Attorney states that the bid does not include
honesty in accordance with the specifications.
Mr. Voorhies states that the Fidelity Bond was intended to incl~de faith-
ful performance and honesty.
Motion by Councilman Goodrich second by Councilman Petersen and carried
that the low bid of Firman Voorhies be awarded for Proposal No.2 in the amount
of $289.38 annually for a three year period.
Discussion is had on the bids for the sanitary outfall sewer line regard-
ing awarding of the low bid.
T~eMayor suggests that Bilardi Construction Company be informed that
they are the low bidders and that the official awarding will be at a later date
when the Council can decide which alternate and units they are going to seJect.
Discussion is had.
Motion by Councilman Goodrich second by Councilman Quartiroli that Bilardi
Construction Company be notified that they are the low bidders and that the of-
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flcial awarding of, the contract wi II be at a later date.
Mr. Steven Andrews, representing John Mansville Company, addresses the
Council and requests the Counc~l 's Indication if they are going to select the
asbestos cement pipe.
Mr. Don Deacon, representing clay pipe industry, addresses the Council
and explains the advantages of vitrified clay pipe.
The Mayor states that a decision will be made at a later date concerning
selection of Alternate No. I or Alternate No.2.
A letter'is read from Mr. J. 1. Walker requesting the Council to reconsi-
der his appl ication for a variance for "on-sale" beer at 55 West Sixth Street.
The City Attorney reports that Mr. Walker must present his case showing
that it is a hardship not to allow him to sell beer on these premises. The
City Attorney states that this particular case is not a hardship as defined
in the zoning ordinance~
Discussion is had.
Motion by Councilman Goodrich second by Counci lman Petersen that a vari-
ance be granted to Mr. J. T. Walker to allow an Ilon-sale" beer license on pre-
mises at 55 West Sixth Street. Motion carried by unanimous vote of the Coun-
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An application is read for transfer of 'lon-sale'l beer and wine license to
Club Jalisco at 36 South Monterey Street. City Administrator Carr reports
that the Police Department have no objections. This application Is ordered
fi 1 ed.
A letter is read from Radio KPER requesting permission to display an au-
tomobile on Monterey Street.
Motion by Councilman Petersen second by Councilman Wentworth and carried
that permission be granted to Radio KPER to display an automobile on Monterey
Street.
A report of the Planning Commission is read notifying the Council of the
continued public hearing on official plan lines 6n Miller Slough and giving
the Council information on the Off-Street Parking Ordinance; on the interchange
proposals at OldGi I roy, Ninth and Tenth Streets; on "S" Zoning Districts; and
on proposed changes to the zoning ordinance.
A report from Director of Public Works Kludt is read cODcerning the inves-
tigation of the request. for additional lighting on Princevalle Street between
First and Second Streets. Motion by Councilman Petersen second by Councilman
Goodrich and carried that the City proceed with the additional lighting on
Princevalle Street as stated in Director of Public Works Kludt's report.
City Administrator Carr presents Ordinance No. 655 for adoption. Motion
by Councilman Wentworth second by Councilman Petersen and carried that Ordin-
ance No. 655 be adopted.
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ORDINANCE No. 655
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GILROY, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING A REVISION AND CODI-
FICATION OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GILROY ENTITLED liTHE CODE OF THE
CITY OF GILROY, CALIFORNIA, 1960" PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF CERTAIN ORDIN-
ANCES NOT INCLUDED THEREIN WITH CERTAIN EXCEPTIONS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
HEREINAFTER SET OUT.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 5th day of June, 1961 by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Duffin,Goodrich,Jordan,Petersen~Quartiroli,Wentworth,
and Sanchez.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor reports that Judge Klarich was unable to attend this Council
Meeting to accept the presentation of his certificate for service but will be
present at the next Council Meeting.
A proposed agreement with the County Flood Control District is read refer-
ring to the Princevalle Storm Drain.
Motion by Councilman Petersen second by Counci Iman Goodrich and carried
that the City of Gi lroy enter into an agreement with the County Flood Control
District.
City Administrator Carr presents and reads Resolution No. 625 accepting
deed. Motion by Counci Iman Duffin second by Councilman Petersen and carried
that Resolution No. 625 be adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 625
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DEED FROM JOHN HENRY STELLING AND INEZ STELLING, HIS WIFE.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of June, 1961, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Duffin,Goodrlch,Jordan,Petersen,Quartiroli ,Wentworth, and
Sanchez.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT:COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
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Resolution No. 626, accepting deed is presented and read. Motion by
Councilman Goodrich second by Councilman Quartiroll that Resolution No. 626
be adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 626
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DEED FROM ALVIN NOLL.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of June, 1961, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Duffin,Goodrich,Jordan,Petersen,Quartiroli ,Wentworth,
and Sanchez.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT:COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
The Mayor calls on Mr. Ernest Filice and asks if he would like to say
anything regarding an easement through his property for the proposed outfall
sewer. Mr. Filice states that he is not prepared to defend his case.
The City Attorney presents and reads Resolution No. 627.
Mr. Filice states that the reason they are not going to give the City
an easement is because the City did not offer anything other than agriculture
sewer connection if desired and he believes that the City should give some
further consideration.
Motion by Councilman Goodrich second by Councilman Jordan that Resolu-
tion No. 627 be adopted.
RESOLUTION No. 627
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY DECLARING PUBLIC NECESSITY
FOR ACQUISITION OF EASEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY OF THE CITY OF
GILROY TO INSTITUTE SUIT IN EMINENT DOMAIN THEREFOR.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of June, 1961, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Duffin,Goodrich,Jordan,Petersen,Quarti rol i ,Wentworth,
and Sanchez.
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
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City Administrator Carr presents a proposed service agreement with the
State Personnel Board for preparation and processing of tests for d'ob classifi-
cations. The Mayor suggests that this agreement be held over to the next
meeting because the Personnel Commission would like to discuss the possibi lity
of the tests being prepared by their body.
Motion by Councilman Petersen second by Counci lman Duffin and carried
that a public hearing on the budget be set for June 19, 1961 at 8:00 p.m.
A letter is read from Robert Podesta and Associates thanking the Counci I
for endorsement of their efforts to obtain a permit for a F.M. Radio Station.
Reports of receipts of City Officers are presented and read.
The reports of the Building Inspector, Police Department arid Poundmaster
are submitted to each Council member.
Motion by Councilman Wentworth second by Councilman Petersen and carried
that all reports be accepted as read and submitted.
Progress reports on public works projects completed during the month
of May and anticipated for June are submitted to each Counci I Member. .
Counci Iman Petersen reports that he attended the Inter-City Council
meeting in Cupertino.
The Mayor recommends that Mr. Masaru Kunlmura be appointed to the Rec-
reation Commission taking the place of Judge Klarich who recently resigned.
Motion by Councilman Jordan second by Counci lman Wentworth and carried
that Masaru Kumimura be appointed to serve on the Recreation Commission.
Director of Public Works Kl9dt reports that the Planning Commission is
proposing to change the variance proceedure in the Zoning Ordinance.
Discussion is had concerning the proposed sanitary sewer route.
The City Attorney explains the definition of a IIhardship case" on grant-
ing a variance as referred to In the Zoning Ordinance.
Councilman Petersen requests Information for establishing a beauty parlor
in a home on South Dowdy Street.
Director of Public Works Kludt reports that this can not be permitted
in a residential zone such as South Dowdy Street.
Councilman Duffin suggests that all "yield of right-of-way" signs in
the City be removed and replaced with "Stop" signs or no signs at all.
Chief of Police Laizure is asked to comment on the subject. Chief
Laizure states that he agrees with Counci lman Duffin to remove "yield of rlght-
of way" signs because they do not benefit the accident situation.
Motion by Councilman Wentworth second by Councilman Petersen and carried
that this Council Meeting adjourn to June 9, 1961 at 1:00 p.m.
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