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Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, March 4, 1968
Mayor Shipley called the regular meeting of the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach to order at 4:30 P.M.
The Pledge of Allegiance was given by all those in the Council Chamber.
The Invocation was given by Father Videl, Priest at St. Bonaventure
Catholic Church.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: Coen, Bartlett, Kaufman, Stewart, Green, Shipley
Councilmen Absent: Gisler (Councilman Gisler arrived at 4:45 P.M.)
MINUTES
On motion by Bartlett,'the minutes of the regular meeting of
February 19, 1968, and minutes of the regular meeting of January
15, 1968, as corrected, and the minutes of the regular adjourned
meeting of February 15, 1968, were approved and adopted as pre-
pared and mailed by the City Clerk. Motion darried.
JACK O'BRIEN — OFFER TO BUY CITY PROPERTY
Mr. Jack O'Brien, realtor, representing Mitchell Land and Improvement
Company, addressed the Council and presented a proposal to purchase
City owned property -- Block 405 Huntington Beach Tract, Main Street
Section, for an amount of $200,000; further presenting a Deposit
Agreement receipt to deposit all monies with Security Title Company,
Santa Ana, within 60 days of acceptance of the offer.
On motion by Coen, Council received the offer to purchase from Mr.
O'Brien. Motion carried.
On motion by Coen, Council directed the Administrator and staff to
consider the proposal of.Mr. O'Brien and study the offer and report
back to the Council. Motion carried
GILBERT COVELL - TEEN AND TWENTY CLUB
Mr. Gilbert Covell, owner of the Teen and Twenty Club at 302 Ocean
Avenue, addressed the Council in reference to Council's comments
made at the February 19th meeting that Mr. Covell had not met the
requirements of the Use Variance he had obtained. He discussed the
requirement for the parking lot adjacent to his building.
Following discussion and on motion by Coen, Council moved on to the
next item by a unanimous vote.
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FINAL TRACT MAP 6429 m H H CORP
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Director submitting
final form of `tract Map 6429 for adoption as follows: Developer:
Huntington Harbour Corporation; Location: northwest corner of Saybrook
Lane and Morning Star Dive; Acreage: 7.3759; Lots: 5; that the map
had been'certifi.ed by the Director of Public Works and the Secretary
to the Planning Commission to be true and correct in accordance with
provisions of the City Subdivision Code.
The City Council may accept dedications as shown on the map and
approve the Final Map, subject to the following conditions:
The City Clerk's signature shall be withheld pending the submittal
and completion of the enumerated requirements.
10 Deposit of fees for water, sewer, drainage, engineering and inspection.
2. Bond for improvements.
3a Signature of agreement.
4a Certificate of insurance.
5a Approval from the County Surveyor.
6o Bond for monuments.
7. Deed for underground water rights.
On motion by Bartlett, Council accepted offers of dedication as shown
on Final Map No. 6429, and adopted the map subject to conditions
stipulated by the Planning Commission, and subject to the acceptance
by Huntington Harbour of any recommendation made by the Staff and
approved by the City Council in regard to Parks and Recreation fees
for the area, Motion carried.
JOINT RESOLUTION m PROHIBITING BILLBOARDS
The Clerk presented a recommendation from the Planning Commission for
a joint resolution with the Council supporting introduction of legis-
lation which would prohibit the placement of billboards along a State
highway whether used for highway at present or not. This resolution
had been suggested by the California Roadside Council.
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the recommendation of the
Planning Commission and directed the City Attorney to prepare the
necessary Resolutions Motion carried.
COMMENDATION FOR 'IMPROVEMENTS
The Clerk presented a recommendation from the Planning Commission that
they be authorized to award plaques, certificates or letters of
appreciation to businesses or industries for outstanding building design,
landscaping or similar improvements.
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and authorized them to award such plaques. Motion carried.
FINAL TRACT MAP 6188 m ALBERT E. DeYOUNG
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Director submitting
final form of Tract Map No. 6188 for adoption as follows: 'Developer:
Albert E. DeYoung; Location: north of Indianapolis Avenue, approximately
760 feet east of Magnolia Street; Acreage: 9.256; Lots: 46; that the
map had been certified by the Director of Public Works and the Secretary
to the Planning Commission to be true and correct in accordance with
provisions of the City Subdivision Code.
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The City Council may accept dedications as shown on the map and
approve the Final Map, subject to the following conditions;
The City Clerk's signature shall be withheld pending the submittal
and completion of the enumerated requirements.
1. Deposit of fees for water, sewer, drainage, engineering and inspection.
2. Bond for improvements.
3. Signature of agreement.
4. Certificate of insurance.
5. Approval from the County Surveyor.
6 Bond for monuments.
7. Deed for underground water rights.
8. A parcel map as required by Division of Land 66-8 shall be filed with
the City and recorded prior to recordation of the Final Map.
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted offers ofdedication as shown on
Final Map No, 6188, and adopted the map subject to conditions stipulated
by the Planning Commission. Motion carried.
,SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT — TRACT 6510 - LONG-DeYOUNG
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works
of Monument Bond, Improvement Bond, and Subdivision Agreement for
Tract No. 6510-Long-DeYoung.
On motion by Stewart, Council accepted Monument Bond No. 8SM-158-270,
Improvement Bond No. 9SM-158-269 —American Motorists Insurance
Company; approved Subdivision Agreement for Tract 6510, and authorized
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the
City. Motion carried.
DEDICATION OF IMPROVEMENTS - TRACT 6183
The Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Public Works
recommending acceptance of dedicated improvements, authorization for -
release of the Improvement and Monument Bonds, and termination of the
Subdivision Agreement in Tract No. 6183 —Dutch Haven Homes.
On motion by Stewart, Council accepted improvements dedicated for
public use in Tract 6183; authorized the release of. Improvement
and Monument Bonds and termination of the Subdivision Agreement,
and directed that the Subdivision Agreement, and directed that the
developer be notified by the City Clerk,and the bonding company
be notified by the City Treasurer. Motion carried.
PETITION FOR ASSESSMENT — DISTRICT NO. 6802 - ENGLAND STREET
The Clerk presented a petition for formation of an Assessment
District for installation of a sewer main and house laterals in.
England Street, from Yorktown Avenue to 330 feet southerly. The
Director of Public Works recommends formation of the District.
On motion by Stewart, Council acc ted the petition and authorized
formation of Assessment District No. 6802 - England Street Assessment
District. Motion carried.
CC-89 - STORM DRAIN PUMP STATION - HAMILTON AVE
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works
of plans, specifications, Notice Inviting Sealed Bids and Resolution
No. 2698 for the construction of a storm drain pumping station on
the north side of Hamilton Avenue, between Brookhurst Street and
the Santa Ana River.
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On motion by Stewart, Council approved the Plans and specifications
for the construction of a storm drain pumping station, and directed
the City Clerk to advertise for bids when directed by the Director
of Public Works. Motion carried.
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2698 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ESTABLISHING THE
GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF HOURLY WAGES FOR EACH CRAFT OR TYPE OF
WORKMEN OR MECHANIC NEEDED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HAMILTON
AVENUE STORM DRAIN PUMPING STATION, ALL IN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON
BEACH, CALIFORNIA."
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 2698, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call
vote.
AYES: Councilmen.- Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
CLAIM N0, 4-68 - JAMES HUBERT TYLER
The Clerk presented a claim from James Hubert Tyler for alleged
damages to his vehicle resulting from asphalt spraying by the City.
On motion by Stewart, Council denied Claim No. 4-68 filed by James
H. Tyler, and referred same to the City Attorney and the City's
Insurance Carrier. Motion carried.
CLAIM NO, 5-68 - MARGIT BIRGITTA NELSON
The Clerk presented a claim from Margit Birgitta Nelson for
alleged damages to her vehicle resulting from a collision with a
police vehicle.
On motion by Stewart, Council denied Claim No. 5-68 by Margit Nelson,
and referred same to the City Attorney and the City's Insurance
Carrier, Motion carried.
CLAIM NO. 6-68 -JOE FERM
The Clerk presented a claim from Joe Ferm for alleged property
damages to his swimming pool and area.
On motion by Stewart, Council denied Claim No. 6-68 filed by Joe Ferm,
and referred same to the City Attorney and the City's Insurance
Carrier. Motion carried.
CLAIM NO. 7-68 - ALLSTATE VAN & STORAGE
The Clerk presented a claim from the Allstate Van and Storage Company
for alleged damages to their vehicle from a tree limb which was ex-
tending over a public thoroughfare.
On motion by Stewart, Council denied Claim No. 7-68 filed by the
Allstate Van and Storage Company, and referred same to the City
Attorney and the City's Insurance Carrier. Motion carried.
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CLAIM NO. 8-68 - HOWARD C RICHEY
The Clerk presented a claim from Howard C. Richey for alleged damages
to his car resulting from a collision with a Fire vehicle.
On motion by Stewart, Council denied the Claim No. 8-68 filed by
Howard D. Richey, and referred same to the City Attorney and the
City's Insurance Carrier. Motion carried.
PAYMENT HAMILTON STREET PUMP STATION
The Clerk presented a letter from the Assistant City Attorney requesting
Council to authorize the Director of Finance to draw a warrant in
the amount of $3,750.00 for purchase of lots for the Hamilton Street
Pump Station.
On motion by Bartlett, Council authorized that a warrant be drawn by
the Director of Finance in favor of ABCO Equity Funds, Inc. Westamco
Investment Company in the amount of $3,750.00. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 1394 - ADOPTED — SALARY - CITY OFFICERS
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1394 a second reading by title - "'AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH;
AMENDING SECTION 1421, OF ARTICLE 142, CHAPTER 14 OF THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ORDINANCE CODE."
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Ordinance
No. 1394, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Councilman Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT:Councilmen: None
ORDINANCE N0. 1395 - ADOPTED — STORAGE OF MERCHANDISE
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1395 a second reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS LIMITING THE TYPE, HEIGHT AND BULK OF
STRUCTURES AND/OR BUILDINGS PERMITTED WITHIN REQUIRED FRONT AND/OR
EXTERIOR SIDE YARD SETBACKS: LIMITING ALSO OUTSIDE DISPLAY AND/OR
STORAGE OR MERCHANDISE SOLD ON PREMISES TO THOSE ITEMS NORMALLY
CONDUCTED IN THE OPEN; REPEALING SECTION 9431 (d) AND AMENDING,
RENUMBERING AND ADDING SECTIONS TO DIVISION 9 OF THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ORDINANCE CODE."
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Ordinance
No. 1395, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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ORDINANCE NO, 1396 - FIRST READING -SPEED LIMITS
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1396 a first reading by title -' "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH PER-
TAINING TO SPEED 'LIMITS AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE CODE
BY AMENDING SECTION 6171.1 OF SAID CODE."
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No.
1396o Motion carried,
1 �1-QRDINANC E NO,. 1397 - CODE AMEND 6 7-15 - OIL DISTRICT - TO COMMITTEE
The Clerk read Ordinance No. 1397 by title - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH RELATING TO CODE AMENDMENT
67-15 - '0` COMBINING OIL DISTRICT; AMENDING SECTION 9686 OF THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE CODE."
On motion by Coen, Council referred Ordinance No, 1397 to the Oil
Cozmnittee for further study. Motion carried,
!9A ORDINANCE No. 1398 - FIRST READING - 2C 67-31, 67-391P 68-1
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1398 a first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH RELATING
TO ZONE CASES NOS. 67-31, 67-39, AND 68-1; AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ORDINANCE CODE BY RECLASSIFYING DM-30 (Sectional District
Map 25-5-11), DM-28 (Sectional District Map 24-5-12) AND DM-28
(Sectional District Map 24-5-12) o"
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No.
1398. When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
.V34ORDINANCE NO. 1399 - FIRST READING - PIER DELIVERIES
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1399 a first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING
SECTION 7525.5 OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE CODE."
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Ordinance
No, 1399. When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
)ICI RESOLUTION NO, 2687 —ADOPTED - UV 67-38
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The Clerk read Resolution No. 2687 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH APPROVING UV 67-38,
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 55180"
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution No.
2687, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen° Coen, Barlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,,
Shipley
NOES- Councilmen.- None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO, 2695 - ADOPTED - VACATION - WARNER AVENUE
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2695 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH VACATING A PORTION OF
WARNER AVENUE ADJACENT TO TRACT NO. 57910"
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On motion 'by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 2695, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call
vote,
AYES; Councilmen: Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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RESOLUTION NO. 2696 - ADOPTED - ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 6701
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2696 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH DESCRIBING BOUNDARIES OF
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, ADOPTING ASSESSMENT MAP, AND ORDERING THE FILING
THEREOF, ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 6701."
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 2696,and passed and adopted same by the following roll call
vote°
AYES: Councilmen: Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT; Councilmen: None
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RESOLUTION NO. 2697 - ADOPTED - WINTERS PLACE -- VACATION
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2697 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH OF INTENTION TO VACATE
A PORTION OF WINTERS PLACE, A STREET LOCATED IN TRACT NO. 3923-
NORTH OF WARNER AND EAST OF GOLDEN WEST."
The Clerk informed the Council that this vacation had been denied
by the Planning Commission.. He also presented a letter from Mr.
J. A. Murdy, Jr., withdrawing his opposition to the vacation on the
condition that access to his property was not eliminated.
Mr. William Landis, owner of adjacent property to Winters Place,
addressed the Council and stated that it was his intention to deed
to the City one of his lots so that the landlocked property owners
would have easy access to their property.
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 2697, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call
vote,
AYES, Councilmen: Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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RESOLUTION NO, 2699 - DELETED - PROHIBIT PARKING ON PACIFIC HIGHWAY
The Clerk read Resole: -`ion No. 2699 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REQUESTING STATE
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS TO APPROVE PROHIBITING OF PARKING ON A PORTION
OF PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY AND REQUESTING APPROVAL OF LANDSCAPING
OF SAID HIGHWAY TO THE FULLEST EXTENT."
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On motion by Stewart, Council directed that Resolution No. 2699 be
tabled. Motion carried.
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ESOLUTION NO. 2700 —ADOPTED - 0 C HARBOR DISTRICT
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2700 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH DECLARING ITS POSITION
ON THE ORANGE COUNTY HARBOR DISTRICT AND REQUESTING A REORGANIZATION
OF SAID DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING ITS REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ORANGE
COUNTY LEAGUE OF CITIES TO VOTE IN FAVOR OF SAID REORGANIZATION.
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 2700, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2701 ADOPTED — TOPLESS WAITRESSES AND ENTERTAINMENT
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2701 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA, RELATING TO
PREEMPTION AND URGING THE PASSAGE OF STATE LEGISLATION PROVIDING FOR
THE RIGHT OF CITIES AND COUNTIES TO REGULATE TOPLESS WAITRESSES AND
URGING THE LEGISLATURE TO AUTHORIZE CITIES AND COUNTIES TO PROHIBIT
TOPLESS ENTERTAINMENT."
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 2701 and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
VRESOLUTION NO. 2703 - ADOPTED - COMPENSATION PLAN
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2703 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING SECTION 8 OF
RESOLUTION NO. 2628 RELATING TO A COMPENSATION PLAN."
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 2703, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen® Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
Col EADER SCHOOL PARK SITE
The City Administrator informed the Council that the Huntington
Beach Elementary School District had declined the offer by the City
to purchase the property adjacent to the Eader School Site for park
purposes. They stated they would accept $26,000 per acre plus improve-
ments and fees for a total of $81,987 for the entire parcel.
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Mr. Charles Palmer, representing the School District, addressed
the Council and answered questions from the Council.
On motion by Stewart, Council approved the purchase of the park
site for an amount of $81,987.00 from the Huntington Beach Elementary
School District, subject to the condition that there be no restrictions
in the deed, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Coen, Bartlett,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
CONGRESS FOR COMMUNITY PROGRESS
Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
On motion by Gisler, Council directed the City Attorney to prepare
a Resolution commending the Chamber of Commerce and Golden West
College for the successful Congress of.Community Progress held on
February 22, 1968 at Golden West College. Motion carried.
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TRASH CONTRACT —RAINBOW DISPOSAL CO
The City Administrator informed the Council that copies of the
proposed trash collection contract had been mailed to each of the
Councilmen and requested Council action on same.
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the contract between the City
of Huntington Beach and Rainbow Disposal Company for rubbish and
trash collection, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
same. Motion carried.
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PIER RECOMMENDATIONS
The City Administrator presented and discussed with the Council the
following pier recommendations.
1. Reconstruction of the boat landing,
2. Council authorization to sign a short term lease with Mr. L. D.
Turner to operate a tram service on the pier and beach front
service road.
3. Recommendation that Council approve the sale of the live bait
concession and transfer remainder of lease to Mr. Ron Smith,
subject to the following conditions:
(a) The new lessee be required to clean up the present facility
and rectify any code deficiencies subject to the City's
approval,
(b) Mr. Smith agrees to a termination clause being added
which would include his right to renegotiate a new lease
at such time that we commence redevelopment of the pier
if that were to occur before the.lease expires.
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the recommendation of the
City Administrator subject to the condition that recommendation No.
1. of the Administrator, include that the City have the participation
of"the parties involved with the boat landing. Motion carried.
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TRASH CANS m PURCHASE AUTHORIZED
The City Administrator presented a letter from the Planning Commission,
Public Works Department, and the Department of Harbors and Beaches
recommending the purchase of trash receptacles for the downtown area.
On motion by Bartlett, Council authorized the purchase of 10 trash
receptacles manufactured by H. D. Cowan and Co., Incorporated, in
the amount of $70.00 each, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Coen, Bartlett, Gisler, Kaufman, Stewart, Green,
Shipley
NOES: Councilmenm None
ABSENT; Councilmen: None
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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT - PARKING AUTHORITY
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the employment of the firm of
Lenish and Reynolds, Costa Mesa, California, as consulting architects
for the parking authority. Motion carried.
RECESS
Mayor Shipley called a recess of the Council at 6:05 p.m. Council
was reconvened at 7:30 p.m. by the Mayor.
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PLAQUE - THOMAS B. TALBERT
Mayor Shipley presented a certificate and plaque to Mr. Tim Talbert
in tribute to his father, Mr. Thomas B. Talbert, one of the early
pioneers in the City and County.
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LOGO CONTEST - WINNER
Mr. John Costello, Administrative Assistant, addressed the Council
and announced the winner of the City sponsored Logo Contest. Semi-
finalists were named as follows: Richard Spencer and Walter Johnson
both of Huntington Beach, Tim Nixon of Surfside, John Casado of La
Canada, Leon Keropian of Cypress. The Finalists were as follows:
Wally Nickel of Santa Ana,and Robert Crabbe of Huntington Beach.
The Committee finally named Mr. John Casado of La Canada, California
as the Winner. Mayor Shipley then presented Mr. Casado with the
$500.00 winning check.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - RESOLUTION
Mr. Dale Dunn, Manager of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the
Council and read a resolution adopted by the Chamber of Commerce -
"That the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce support the Huntington
Beach City Council in all of its efforts to upgrade the beach community
area and the Huntington Beach Police Department in its strict en-
forcement of ordinances and curfew laws in the beach community area."
On motion by Kaufman, Council received the resolution from the Chamber
of Commerce and ordered same filed by the City Clerk. Motion carried.
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RE -HEARING REQUESTED- FOOD AND FUN CENTER
The Clerk presented a letter from James E. Neal, Attorney for James
J. Cord and Joseph L. Fettig, owners of the Food and Fun Center, 420
Ocean, City, requesting a re -hearing for Amusement and food dis-
pending window permits.
On motion by Coen, Council reconsidered their action of the previous
meeting concerning the Food and Fun Center and ordered same set for
a hearing at the March 18, 1968 meeting. Motion carried.
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BUSINESS LICENSE - BILLIARD ROOM
The Clerk presented an application for a business license from
George and Audrey Pangborn to conduct a Billiard Room at 19322 Beach
Boulevard. A license had previously been granted to operate the
same business at the 5-Points Shopping Center. The Clerk informed
the Council that this was merely a change of address. The Police
Chief informed the Council that the Police Department had no objection
to the business at the new address on Beach Boulevard.
Mr. Paul Johnston, representing the Pangborn's, addressed the Council
and requested approval of the license at the Beach Boulevard address.
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved the business license
application subject to the approval of various City Departments.
Motion carried.
VIDEO TAPE DEMONSTRATION
Mr. John Costello, Administrative Assistant, demonstrated to the
Council a video television system that the Administration felt
would have many applications at Council meetings, Planning Commission
meetings, in police reporting and other areas of municipal administra-
tion.
ZONE CASE NO. 67-33 - P C RES OF INTENT
The Clerk presented zone case No. 67-33 which is generally bounded
by Indianapolis Street on the north, Lake Street on the west,
Atlanta Avenue on the south and the PERR right-of-way on the east.
The public hearing on the zone case had been held at the meeting
of February 19, 1968, with determination being deferred to this
meeting.
The City Attorney and the Planning Director discussed said
zone case with the Council in regard to the Pacific Electric
Railroad right-of-way.
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved Zone Case No. 67-33, and
directed the City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance amending the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Motion carried.
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PUBLIC HEARING - ZONE CASE NO. 68-3 - APPROVED
Mayor Shipley announced that this was the day and hour set for a
public hearing on Zone Case No. 68-3, on property located south of
Garfield Avenue, 274 feet west of Brookhurst Street, and directed
the Clerk to read the legal notice.
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The Clerk read notice of public hearing on Zone Case No. 68-3, as
published in the Huntington Beach News on February 22, 1968, setting
the hour of 7.30 P.M., or as soon thereafter as possible, on Monday,
'the 4th day of March, 1968, in the Council Chamber of the Civic Center,
Huntington Beach, California, as the time and place for a public hearing
for the purpose of considering a petition for a change of zone to re-
gulations of the Districting Ordinance, from C2 Community Business
District to R5 Office -Professional District.
The Clerk informed the Council that they had been provided with
copies of the Planning Secretary's transmittal recommending approval,
and stated that he had received no communications or written protests
to Zone Case No. 68-3.
Mayor Shipley declared the hearing open.
There being no one present to speak on the matter, and there being
no protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed
by the Mayor.
On motion by Kaufman, Council directed the City Attorney to prepare
an Ordinance effecting the change of zone in Zone Case No. 68-3.
Motion carried.
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CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION 68-2 - PUBLIC HEARING — APPEAL — COUNCILMAN GREEN
Councilman Stewart requested and was granted permission to abstain from
voting on Conditional Exception No. 68-2, and left his place at the
Council table.
Mayor Shipley announced that this was the day and hour set for a
public hearing on an appeal by Councilman N. John V. V. Green to
the approval by the Planning Commission of Conditional Exception 68-2,
located on the south side of Alhambra Avenue, approximately 445 feet
west of Beach Boulevard, and directed the Clerk to read the legal
notice.
The Clerk read notice of public hearing on Use Variance No. 68-2, as
published in the Huntington Beach News on February 22, 1968, setting
the hour of 7:30 PM., or as soon thereafter as possible, on Monday
the 4th day of March, 1968, in the Council Chamber of the Civic
Center, Huntington Beach, California, as the time and place for a
public hearing on an appeal to the granting of Conditional Exception
68-2 by the Planning Commission, to permit a day nursery(Pre-school)
in the R2 Two Family Residence District.
The Clerk informed the Council that they had been provided with
copies of the Planning Secretary's transmittal, recommending approval,
and that, in addition to the letter of appeal, he had received a
petition with 19 signatures protesting the issuance of the Conditional
Exception. He also read a letter from Mr. and Mrs. W.M. Price pro-
testing the day nursery.
Mayor Shipley declared the hearing opne.
Mr. Darold Baker, applicant for the Conditional Exception, addressed
the Council and discussed the condtions imposed by the Planning
Commission concerning fire protection. He also requested Council's
denial of the appeal filed by Councilman Green.
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Mr. Hadley Lidstrom, Santa Ana, an adjacent property owner, addressed
the Council and expressed his opposition to the nursery school in
the residential area.
Mr. Roger Watson, Newport Beach, addressed the Council.and expressed
his wish to have water mains installed in the area. He stated he
felt this would help the fire situation and the local residents.
Mrs.Edith Owens, 7911 Alhambra, City, addressed the Council and
requested that Council deny the Conditional Exception.
Mr. Fred West, 7891 Alhambra, City, addressed the Council and expressed
his opposition to the noise of many children in the area.
Mrs. Ethel West, 7891 Alhambra, City, addressed the Council and stated
her opposition to the school being located across from her home.
Mr. Jack Brunton, City, addressed the Council and informed them of
the heavy traffic that° should be expected on the narrow street,
should the school be approved.
There being no one further to speak on the matter, and there being
no further protests filed either oral or written, the hearing was
closed by the Mayor.
On motion by Gisler, Council overruled the decision of the Planning
Commission and denied the Conditional Exception No. 68-2. Motion
carried.
Councilman Stewart returned to his place at the Council table.
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ACQUISITION OF LOTS - EDISON RIGHT-OF-WAY
The Clerk presented a recommendation from the Planning Commission that
negotiations be postponed for acquisition of the five residential lots
adjacent to the Huntington Beach Junior High School Site and the
Edison Company right-of-way.
Councilman Gisler requested and was granted permission to abstain
from action on this item and'on Resolution 2702.
On motion by Bartlett, Council directed the City Administrator to
proceed with the parksite acquisition in accordance with his recom-
mendation for immediate action. Motion carried.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2702 —ADOPTED - AC UISITION OF PROPERTY
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2702 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH DECLARING THAT THE
PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN
REAL PROPERTY FOR PARKING PURPOSE AND AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION
OF SAID PROPERTY BY CONDEMNATION OR NEGOTIATION AND DIRECTING ITS
ATTORNEY TO PROCEED WITH SUCH ACTION."
On motion by Green, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 2702, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call
vote:
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AYES-. Councilmen; Coen, Bartlett, Kaufman, Stewart, Green, Shipley
NOES; Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
ABSTAIN: Councilmen: Gisler
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LITTLE LEAGUE - USE VARIANCE
Mra Ronald Bauer, 6162 Napa Circle, City, addressed the Council re-
presenting the Ocean View Little League and requested that they be
given a use variance to build a storage shack on their property between
Bolsa Chica Street and Graham Avenue. Members of the Council and
the Attorney pointed out to Mr. Bauer that a use variance must be
obtained before the building permit could be issued.and that the
law establishes the procedure for processing same They pointed
outtoft applicant that it was not within the authority of the Council
to waive the required procedure.
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BOUNDARIES _ ACCIDENTS
Councilman Green reported on a pedestrian accident that occured on
Golden West Street and of the confusion as to the boundaries between
the City of Huntington Beach and the.City of Westminster.
On motion by Green, Council directed the Director of Public Works to
work together with our neighboring cities in regard to boundary lines
and the.readjustment of same. Motion carried.
.BUILDING CODE - OPEN FLAME
On motion by Stewart, Council directed the Building and Fire Departments
to work together in amending the building code to include certain
requirements concerning the enclosure of open flames from water heaters
and other gas operated applicances. Motion carried.
INFORMAL MEETINGS
Mayor Shipley called an informal meeting of the Council for Thursday,
March 7, 1968, 7.00 P.M., at the Huntington Seacliff Country Club for
the purpose of meeting of Orange County City Mayors and City Managers
in regard to the Orange County Harbor District.
Mayor Shipley called an informal meeting of the Council for Monday,
March 25, 1968, 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers, for the purpose
of a study session.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Kaufman, the regular meeting of the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach adjourned, Motion carried.
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City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
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