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Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, June 2, 1969
Mayor Green called -the regular meeting of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach to order at 4:30 P.Ma
The Pledge of Allegiance was given by all present in the Council Chamber.
The Invocation was given by Father James Caley - St. Wilfrid's Episcopal
Church.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green,
Shipley (arrived :'5.:15 P.M.)
Councilmen Absent-, Kaufman
MINUTES
On motion by Coen, the minutes of the regular adjourned meeting of
May 15, 1969, the regular meeting of May 19, 1969, and the regular
adjourned meeting of May 26, 1969, were approved and adopted as pre-
pared and mailed by the City Clerk. Motion carried.
SUMMARY REP'bRT - 1969 NATIONAL RIVERS & HARBORS CONFERENCE - R & F
The Assistant City Administrator presented a transmittal from the
Director of Harbors, Beaches and Development and the Director of Public
Works of a Summary Report regarding the recent National Rivers and
Harbors Conference held in Washington, D. C. The report primarily out-
lined the problems facing the National Rivers and Harbors Congress and
the proposed methods of solving them.
On motion by McCracken, Council ordered the 'Summary Report -on the
National Rivers and Harbors Conference as submitted by the Director of
Harbors, Beaches and Development and the Director of Public Works,
received and filed. Motion carried.
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NEW ZEALAND LIFEGUARDS - PLAQUES & KEYS TO CITY
The Assistant City Administrator presented a communication from the
Director of Harbors, Beaches and Development, requesting that plaques
and keys to the City be presented to five visiting New Zealand life-
guards at the meeting of June 16, 1969. The visiting lifeguards will
participate in a training program on surf lifesaving techniques to
be conducted by the Harbors and Beaches Lifeguard Division.
On motion.by Coen, Council directed the Administration to have plaques
and keys to the City prepared for presentation to the visiting New
.Zealand lifeguards, at the meeting of June 16, 1969. Motion carried.
CITY OF STANTON RESOLUTION - DAYLIGHT-SAVING TIME
The Assistant City Administrator presented a transmittal from the City
of Stanton of a resolution urging that daylight-saving time be observed
nationally on a year round basis, and informed Council that it is the
recommendation of the City Administrator that Huntington Beach adopt a
similar resolution,
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RESOLUTION NO 3007 - DAYLIGHT-SAVING TIME - ADOPTED
The City Clerk read Resolution No. 3007 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH URGING STRONG SUPPORT
OF THE BILL BEFORE CONGRESS TO ADOPT DAYLIGHT-SAVING TIME ON A NATIONAL
BASIS."
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Resolution No. 3007,
and passed and adopted same by the following roll call voted
AYES; Councilmen; Bartlett,
NOES; Councilmen; None
ABSENT: Councilmen- Shipley,
McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
Kaufman
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CIVIC CENTER - DRAINAGE DISTRICT STUDY
The Assistant City Administrator informed Council that inasmuch as the
civic center planning is proceeding rapidly, it was his recommendation
that Council authorize the Engineering Department to reactivate a
a drainage district study to include the new civic center site.
On motion by Coen, Council approved the recommendation of the Assistant
City Administrator and authorized the Engineering Department to reactivate
a drainage district study to include the new civic center site. Motion
carried,
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STUDY SESSION - CIVIC CENTER
The Assistant City Administrator addressed Council and requested that
they Adjourn to a study committee-of-the-wholei as soon as possible, tc
discuss civic center development plans, including the architect's con-
tract, financing, site development and drainage facilities.
Mayor Green stated that these matters could be discussed afthe regular
adjourned meeting of the Council on June 9, 1969.
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NEW LIBRARY - SPACE STUDY
The Assistant City Administrator suggested that Council authorize an
expenditure of $5,500.00 for a space needs study for the new library,
to be performed by Space Utilization Analysis, Inc. He stated that
approval of this study had been recommended by the City Administrator
and the Library Board.
A motion was made by Councilman Matney to authorize an expenditure of
$5,500 for the purpose of employing Space Utilization Analysis Inc.,
to study space needs for the new library, but was withdrawn before
being put to a vote.
Mayor Green directed that this matter be deferred to the meeting of
June 16, 1969, in order that Council might study the space utilization
program as prepared for the new civic center before letting further
contracts.
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TRANSFER OF LEASE — APPROVED
The Assistant City Administrator informed Council of a recommendation
from the Director of Harbors, Beaches and Development, that John
McColister's pier lease for the bait and tackle operation be transferred
to Ronald Smith. He stated that the City Administrator recommends'
that the transfer of lease be approved by Council.
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved the transfer of John McColister's
pier lease for the bait and tackle operation to Ronald Smith, and
authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the lease transfer on
behalf of the city upon completion of negotiations. Motion carried.
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AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND CONFERENCE - APPROVED
The Assistant City Administrator informed Council that two years ago
Mr. Vincent Moorhouse, Director of Harbors, Beaches and Development
had been authorized to attend the International Council of Surfing and
Lifesaving in Australia. He stated that the meeting had been postponed,
and is now rescheduled for August 3, 1969. He further informed Council
that the Administrator recommends that Mr. Moorhouse be authorized to
attend this meeting.
On motion by Coen, Council authorized Mr. Vincent Moorhouse, Director
of Harbors, Beaches and Development, to attend the International -Council
of Surfing and Lifesaving, to be held in Australia on August.3, 1969,
with reasonable expenses allowed. Motion carried.
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FINAL TRACT MAP NO 6156 - BROOKHURST-MCFADDEN COMPANY - APPROVED
The -Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Director submitting
final form of Tract Map No. 6156 for adoption, as.follows: Developer:
Brookhurst-McFadden Company, Anaheim, California; Location: Location:
South of Yorktown Avenue, west of Brookhurst Street; Acreage: 8.301;
Lots: 36; that the map had been examined and certified by the Director
of Public Works and the Secretary to the Planning Commission as being
substantially in conformance with the tentative map as filed, amended
and approved by the Planning Commission.
The City Council may approve the map, accept the improvements offered
for dedication subject to the completion of requirements as shown, and
instruct the City Clerk that he may affix his signature to the map and
deposit same with any licensed title company after receipt of a writing
from such company stating that it will cause preliminary processing of
such map by the County, but will not record said map or cause it to be
recorded until the completion of all the following conditions, and
receipt by such title company of prior written consent to record said
map from the City Clerk:
1. Deposit of fees for water, sewer, drainage, engineering and
inspections.
2. Deposit of Park and Recreation Fees.
3. Bond for improvements.
4. Subdivision agreement.
5. Certificate of insurance.
6. Bond for monuments.
On motion by Coen, Council accepted offers of dedication as shown on
Final Tract Map No. 6156, and adopted the map subject to conditions
stipulated by the Planning Commission. Motion carried.
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FINAL TRACT MAP NO 6356 - HELEN INVESTMENT COMPANY - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Director submitting
final form of Tract Map No. 6356, being a portion of Tentative Tract
Map No. 5860, for adoption as follows: Developer: Helen Investment
Company, Inc., Los Angeles, California; Location: 586 feet south of
Yorktown Avenue, east of Bushard Street; Acreage: 9.007; Lots: 36;
that the map had been examined and certified by the Director of Public
Works and the Secretary to the Planning Commission as being substantially
in conformance with the tentative map as filed, amended and approved by
the Planning Commission.
The City Council may approve the map, accept the improvements offered
for dedication subject to completion of requirements as shown, and
instruct the City Clerk that he may affix his signature to the map
and deposit same with any licensed title company after receipt of a
writing from such company stating that it will cause preliminary pro-
cessing of such map by the County, but will not record said map or
cause it to be recorded until the completion of all the following
conditions, and receipt by such title company of prior written consent
to record said map from the City Clerk:
1. Deposit of fees for water, sewer, drainage, engineering and
inspections.
2. Arrangements shall be made for dedication of lot 36 for a park
site.
3. Bond for improvements.
4. Subdivision agreement.
5. Certificate of insurance.
6. Bond for monuments.
On motion by Coen, Council accepted offers of dedication as shown on
Final Tract Map No. 6356 and adopted the map subject to conditions
stipulated by the Planning Commission. Motion carried.
FINAL TRACT MAP NO 5633 - H H CORPORATION — ADOPTED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Planning Director submitting
final form of Tract Map No. 5633 being a portion of Tentative Tract
No. 5633, for adoption as follows: Developer: Huntington Harbour
Corporation, Huntington Beach, California; Location: southwest corner
of Algonquin Street and Davenport Drive; Acreage: 4.0586; Lots: 19;
that the map had been examined and certified by the Director of Public
Works and the Secretary to the Planning Commission as being substantially
in conformance with the tentative map as filed, amended and approved by
the Planning Commission.
The City Council may approve the map, accept the improvements offered
for dedication subject to completion of requirements as shown,:and
instruct the City Clerk that he may affix his signature to the map and
deposit same with any licensed title company after receipt of a writing
from such company stating that it will cause preliminary processing of
such map by the County, but will not record said map or cause it to be
recorded until the completion of all the following conditions, and
receipt by such title company of prior written consent to record said
map from the City Clerk.
1. Deposit of fees for water, sewer, drainage, engineering and
inspections.
2. Deposit of Park and Recreation Fees.
3. Bond for improvements.
4. Subdivision agreement.
5. Certificate of insurance.
6. Bond for monuments.
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On motion by Coen, Council accepted offers of dedication as shown on
Final Tract Map No. 5633 and adopted the map subject to conditions
stipulated by the Planning Commission. Motion carried,
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - LOMAR CORPORATION - CC-105
The Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Public Works
stating that work on the Speer Avenue Pump Station had been satis-
factorily completed, and recommending that Council accept the work on
Project CC-105 .
Councilman McCracken requested and was granted permission to abstain
from voting on this matter due to a possible conflict of interest,
On motion by Coen, Council accepted the work on Project CC-105 - Speer
Avenue Pump Station, completed by Lomar Corporation and directed the
City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the Orange County Recorder.
Motion carried.
INSTALLATION 11 STORM DRAIN PUMPING UNITS CC-115 - RES 2999
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
plans, specifications, resolution and Notice Inviting Sealed Bids for
the installation of a third storm drain pumping unit in the Indianapolis
Pump Station, a second storm drain pumping unit in the Newland Pump
Station, and a third storm drain pumping unit in the Adams Pump Station.
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved the plans and specifications
for the construction of subject storm drain pumping units, and directed
the City Clerk to advertise for bids when the projects are released
by the Director of Public Works. Motion carried.
The Clerk read Resolution No. 2999 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ESTABLISHING THE GENERAL PRE-
VATLING RATE OF HOURLY WAGES FOR EACH CRAFT OR TYPE OF WORKMAN OR
MECHANIC NEEDED FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A THIRD STORM DRAIN PUMPING
UNIT IN THE INDIANAPOLIS PUMP STATION; FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A SECOND
STORM DRAIN PUMPING UNIT IN THE NEWLAND STREET PUMP STATION AND FOR
THE INSTALLATION OF A THIRD STORM DRAIN PUMPING UNIT AND CONSTRUCTION
OF A BUILDING AT THE ADAMS AVENUE PUMP STATION, IN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON
BEACH, CALIFORNIA."
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Resolution
Noo 2999, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES- Councilmen- None
ABSENT- Councilmen, Shipley, Kaufman
INSTALLA4 N - LIGHTING STANDARDS - CC-116 - RES 3000 - ADOPTED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
plans, specifications, resolution, Notice Inviting Sealed Bids for the
installation of concrete street lighting standards on 12th street
between Ocean and Orange, 15th Street between Ocean and Palm, and
installation of lamps and heads on Main Street between 7th and llth
Street.
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved the plans and specifications
for the construction of subject lighting standards, and directed the
City Clerk to advertise for bids when the projects are released by the
Director of Public Works. Motion carried,
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The Clerk read Resolution No. 3000 - "A RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ESTABLISHING THE GENERAL PREVAILING HOURLY
WAGES FOR EACH CRAFT OR TYPE OF WORKMAN OR MECHANIC NEEDED FOR THE
FURNISHING AND ERECTION OF CONCRETE STREET LIGHTING STANDARDS ON 12TH
STREET BETWEEN OCEAN AVENUE AND ORANGE AVENUE AND ON 15TH STREET BETWEEN
OCEAN AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE,, AND THE INSTALLATION OF LAMPS AND HEADS
ON MAIN STREET BETWEEN 5TH AND 11TH STREET IN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON
BEACH, CALIFORNIA,"
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 3000, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen- Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley, Kaufman
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STREET IMPROVEMENTS - VARIOUS STREETS - RES 3003 M ADOPTED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
plans, specifications, resolution, Notice Inviting Sealed Bids and the
Right -of -Way Certificate for improvements of Springdale Street, Brookhurst
Street and Heil Avenue,
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved the plans, specifications,
Right -of -Way Certificate for the improvements of said streets, and
directed the City Clerk to advertise for bids when the projects are
released by the Director of 'Public Works. Motion carried,
The Clerk read Resolution No, 3003 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ESTABLISHING THE GENERAL PRE-
VAILING RATE OF HOURLY WAGES FOR EACH CRAFT OR TYPE OF WORKMAN OR
MECHANIC NEEDED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, SURFACING, AND IMPROVEMENT OF
SPRINGDA'LE STREET FROM HEIL AVENUE TO 2053 FEET SOUTHERLY, HEIL AVENUE
FROM 660 FEET EASTERLY OF GOTHARD AND BROOKHURST STREET FROM 400 FEET
NORTH OF BUSHARD STREET TO 586 FEET SOUTH OF BUSHARD ALL IN THE CITY
OF HUNTINGTON BEACH,"
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 3003, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen- Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen- None
ABSENT: Councilmen. Shipley, Kaufman
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SIGNALIZATION - VARIOUS INTERSECTIONS - RES 3004 - ADOPTED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
plans, specifications, Notice Inviting Sealed Bids and resolution for
the signalization of Golden West at Heil and Brookhurst at Atlanta.
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved the plans and specifications
for the signalization of Golden West at Heil and Brookhurst at Atlanta,
and directed the City Clerk to advertise for bids when the projects are
released by the Director of Public Works. Motion carried.
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The Clerk read Resolution No. 3004 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ESTABLISHING THE GENERAL PRE-
VAILING RATE OF HOURLY WAGES FOR EACH CRAFT OR TYPE OF WORKMAN OR
MECHANIC NEEDED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND STREET LIGHT-
ING IMPROVEMENTS ON BROOKHURST AT ATLANTA AND GOLDEN WEST AT HEIL, ALL
IN THE CITY OF-HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA."
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen, None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley, Kaufman
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REQUEST REGARDING POOL CONTRACTORS
The Clerk presented a -communication from Mr. James H. Gilmartin, 19351
Mauna Lane, City, requesting that the business license of Anthony Pools
be suspended temporarily, and that Council consider adopting an ordin-
ance which would require the posting of a $3000.00 cash damage bond
by swimming pool contractors to protect pool owners in the City from
negligent work in installations.
Mrs James H. Gilmartin, 19351 Mauna Lane, City, addressed Council and
stated that Anthony Pools had agreed to pay all damages to his property.
He further stated that he believed legislation must be enacted to
strengthen the regulations pertaining to the swimming pool construction
business,
Considerable discussion was held by Council on this matter.
On motion by Green, Council directed the City Attorney and the Director
of Building and Safety to investigate the methods which might be taken
to effect revisions in the licensing of swimming pool contractors, to
provide homeowners adequate protection from negligent work and report
at the July 7, 1969, meeting. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO 1501 - INVESTIGATION FEE PERMITS - DELETED
The Clerk presented Ordinance No. 1501 for Council's consideration -
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 2721.3 TO PROVIDE THAT
INVESTIGATION.FEES BE PAID TO THE CHIEF OF POLICE."
The City Clerk requested that Council delete Ordinance No. 1501 from
the agenda to permit further review before considering same,
Councilman Matney requested that a change be made in the proposed
ordinance to read that investigation fees would be paid to the "Police
Department" rather than to the "Chief of Police".
Mayor Green directed that Ordinance No, 1501 be.deleted from the agenda.
ORDINANCE -NO 1.502 - DEFINES PERSON - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No, 1502 a first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 0036.4 THEREOF RELATING TO
THE DEFINITION OF THE WORK "PERSON".
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No. 1502.
When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
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ORDINANCE NO 1503 - CIVIL DEFENSE & DISASTER - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1503 a first reading by title "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY REPEALING CHAPTER 43 THEREOF, AND ADDING THERETO A
NEW CHAPTER 43 CONTAINING A DISASTER PLAN FOR SAID CITY."
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Ordinance No. 1503.
When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
RES NO 3001 21AUTHORIZES COUNTY TO PURCHASE FOR CITY - ADOPTED
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3001 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTHORIZING PURCHASES OF
CERTAIN ITEMS TO BE MADE FOR THE CITY BY THE PURCHASING AGENT OF THE
COUNTY OF ORANGE."
The City Clerk informed Council that he had received a letter from
the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce regarding this matter, and
read same.
The Assistant City Administrator informed Council that the utilization
of this method of purchasing results in a savings of $200,000.00 per
year for the City. He also answered questions which were raised by.the
Chamber of Commerce in their letter.
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 3001, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Kaufman
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RESOLUTION NO 3002 - DESTRUCTION OF POLICE DEPARTMENT RECORDS - ADOPTED
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3002 by title- "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH APPROVING THE DESTRUCTION OF
CERTAIN CITY RECORDS."
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 3QO2, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Kaufman
RES NO 3005' bSUSPENDS ISSUANCE OF CERTAIN PERMITS - ADOPTED ,
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3005 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH SUSPENDING THE ISSUANCE
OF BUILDING, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, SIGN AND OTHER PERMITS IN THE CIVIC
CENTER SITE AREA FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS."
On motion by McCracken, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 3005, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Shipley, Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Kaufman
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RESOLUTION NO 3006 - SALE OF CITY PROPERTY AT AUCTION - ADOPTED
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3006 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTHORIZING THE SALE AT
PUBLIC AUCTION OF CITY -OWNED PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE QUITCLAIM DEEDS THEREFOR."
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 3006, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Councilmen: Shipley,
NOES:
Councilmen; None
ABSENT:
Councilmen: Kaufman
REPORTS
- COUNCIL COMMITTEES
People
For Parks Committee
Bartlett, McCracken, Matney, Coen, Green
Councilman Shipley stated that the People For
diligently for the passage of the June 3, 1969
that .it was his hope that the citizens of the
polls Tuesday and vote in support of the Park
RECESS
Parks Committee had worked
Park Bond issue, and
community would go to the
Bonds.
The Mayor called a recess of the Council at 5:40 P.M. Council was
reconvened at 7:40 P.M. by the Mayor.
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COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
Councilman McCracken stated that a report on the installation of boat
slips in the Huntington Harbour development, and a study of the number
and location of slips which should be permitted, had been received by
the City Engineering Department and was now under study by the Council.
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APPRECIATION EXTENDED TO PARK BOND WORKERS
Mayor Green stated that he wished to extend the Council's appreciation
to the Junior Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce, Home Council,
various homeowner's organizations, and to all the people who have worked
so diligently in support of the Parks Bond issue.
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OPPOSITION TO PENDING LEGISLATION REGARDING PARKS
On motion by Shipley, Council directed the Administration to forward
another communication informing the Legislature of the City's opposition
to Senate Bill No. 994, as amended, as it would completely weaken the
"Neighborhood Park Dedication Law" - AB 1150. Motion carried.
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COMMENTS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS
The Recreation and Parks Director addressed Council and commended
Mr. Cris C. Cris and Dr. Ronald Bauer for their work as Co -Chairmen of
the People For Parks Committee.
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REQUEST - CREDIT TOWARD RECREATION AND PARKS FEE
The City Clerk presented a communication from Mr. Jack Lincoln, Attorney,
representing Income Property Specialists, Inc., developers of 122 acres
of land located east of Sher Lane, approximately 660 feet south of
Edinger Avenue, requesting credit toward Recreation and Parks Fees, and
further requesting that Council authorize the developer to proceed to
obtain permits for construction and defer the conveyance of the park
site property until the matter can be finally determined.
Mr. Jack Lincoln, Attorney, 500 S. Main, Orange, California, representing
said developer, addressed Council and requested that Council consider
his applicants request for credit toward the Recreation and Parks fees
for his development,
The Recreation and Parks Director addressed Council and suggested that
a Council committee be appointed to review this matter.
Mayor Green requested that the Council Committee on Recreation and
Parks Fees meet with Mr. Lincoln on Friday, June 6, 1969, at 3.30 P.M.
in the Administrative Annex, to review the the request of Income Property
Specialists, Inc,
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CODE AMENDMENT NO 69-4 - HEIGHT LIMITS - APPROVED
The City Clerk presented Code Amendment No, 69-4, on which a public
hearing was held and closed at the meeting of March 17, 1969. This
matter was then referred to the Planning Commission for further review,
and determination was deferred to May 19, 19690 At this time it was
again referred to the Planning Commission for revision to allow three
story buildings to be erected on larger lots,
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved Code Amendment No. 69-4, as
revised, and directed the City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance amend-
ing the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code, Motion carried.
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PRECISE PLAN AMENDMENT NO 69-2 - PUBLIC HEARING - APPROVED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on Precise Plan of Street Alignment No. 69-2 of Elm and Ash
Streets and Cypress and SycamoreAvenues, by reducing a portion of such
rights -of -way from sixty feet to fifty-four and fifty-two feet; said
streets being located south of Warner Avenue and west of Beach Boulevard.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation, publication and posting on said public hearing had been met
and that he had received no communications or written protests to
Precise Plan Street Alignment No. 69-2, or to the recommendation of
approval of the Planning Commission.
At this time staff reports were presented for Council's information.
Mayor Green 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 Shipley, Council sustained the decision of the Planning
Commission and directed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance to
effect the precise plan of the alignment of Elm and Ash Streets and
Cypress and Sycamore Avenues, Motion carried.
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CODE AMENDMENT NO 69-6 - PUBLIC HEARING - CONTINUED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a 'public
hearing on Code Amendment No. 69-6, which proposes to amend Sections
9430.2 (Retail Stores) and 9430.5 (Services) by adding to the per-
mitted uses in the C2 Community Business District.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation, publication and posting on Code Amendment No. 69-6 had been
met, and stated that he hadreceivedno communications or written
protests to Code Amendment No. 69-6, or to the recommendation of approval
of the Planning Commission.
The Planning Director presented a report on this matter for Council's
information.
Mayor Green declared the hearing opens
Mayor Green then requested interested parties to refrain from speaking
on the matter at this time and directed that the Public Hearing on Code
Amendment No. 69-6 be continued to the meeting of June 16, 1969, at
which time a further report by the Planning Director would be available
for Council's information.
ZONE CASE NO 69-11 - PUBLIC HEARING - APPROVED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on Zone Case No. 69-11, on property located on the north side
of Garfield Avenue, 150 feet west of Stewart Street and legally described
as Lot 4, Block F, Garfield Street Addition, for a change of zone from
RA-0 Residential Agricultural District, combined with oil production,
to MI Light Industrial District.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation, publication and posting on said public hearing had been met,
and that he had received no communications or written protests to Zone
Case No. 69-11, or to the recommendation of approval of the Planning
Commission.
At this time staff reports were presented for Council's information.
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Mayor Green 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 Shipley, Council sustained the decision of the Planning
Commission and directed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance
effecting the change of zone in Zone Case No. 69-11. Motion carried.
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ZONE CASE NO 69-15 - PUBLIC HEARING - APPROVED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on Zone Case No, 69-15, on property located at the northwest
corner of Golden West Street and Slater Avenue for a change of zone
from RA Residential Agricultural District to Rl Single Family Residence
District.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation, publication and posting on said public hearing had been met, and
that he had received no communications or written protests to Zone Case
No. 69-15 or to the recommendation of approval of the Planning Commission,
At this time staff reports were presented for Council's information.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
Mr. Lawrence O'Toole, 20511 Salt Air Circle, City, addressed Council
and inquired as to the definition of the term "RA".
There being no one further 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 Bartlett, Council sustained the decision of the Planning
Commission and directed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance effect-
ing the change of zone in Zone Case No. 69-15. Motion carried.
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CE 69-15 - PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL - L D MACK & R G WILSON - DENIED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on an appeal filed by Lowell Do Mack and Raymond G. Wilson to
the approval by the Planning Commission of Conditional Exception No. 69-15
on property located on the west side of Brookhurst Street approximately
660 feet south of Hamilton Avenue in the R3 Limited Multiple Family
Residence District.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation, publication, and posting on said public hearing had been met,
on regulations of the Districting Ordinance to permit the following -
to Carports to be constructed property line in lieu of the required
5 foot setback; and
2, Allow three story structures to be located on portions of parcel as
permitted under provisions of proposed Code Amendment No, 69-15.
He further informed the Council that they had been provided with copies
of the Planning Secretary's transmittal recommending denial, and that
he had received a communication on June 2, 19691 from the appellants
requesting withdrawal of their appeal on Conditional Exception No. 69-15.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
There being no one 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 Shipley, Council sustained the decision of the Planning
Commission and denied the appeal on Conditional Exception No. 69-15,
and approved same as modified. Motion carried.
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ZONE CASE NO 69-12 - PUBLIC HEARING - CONTINUED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on Zone Case No. 69-12, on property located 400 feet south of
Warner Avenue, 660 feet west of Edwards Street, for a change of zone
from R1 Single Family Residence District to R3 Limited Multiple Family
Residence District,
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation, publication and posting on said public hearing had been met,
and that he. had received no communications or written protests to
Zone Case No. 69-12 or to the recommendation of approval of the Planning
Commission.
At this time staff reports were presented for Council's information.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
On motion by Matney, Council continued Zone Case No. 69-12 to June 16,
1969, and. requested that Councilman Matney and the City Administrator
meet with the Homeowner's Associations and Macco Corporation to review
this matter prior to this date. Motion carried.
ZONE CASE NO 69-6 - PUBLIC HEARING - DENIED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on Zone Case No. 69-6, on property located on the south side
of Adams Avenue, 960 feet west of Brookhurst Street for a change of
zone from Ra Residential Agricultural District to R3 Limited Multiple
Family Residence District.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements had been
met, and that he had .received no communication or written protests to
Zone Case No. 69-6 or to the recommendation of approval of the Planning
Commission for a change of zone from RA Residential Agricultural
District to R2 Two Family Residence District, rather than R3 Limited
Multiple Family Residence District.
At this time staff reports were presented for Council's information.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
Mr. Lawrence O'Toole, 20511 Salt Air Circle, City, addressed Council
in opposition to Zone Case No. 69-6, stating that he believed that
apartment dwellings in this area would put a burden on the School
District.
Mr, William Stauffer addressed Council, and requested that the Council
deny Zone Case No. 69-6.
Dr. Paul Taylor, 20562 La Vonne Lane, City, addressed Council and
stated his opposition to this zone change.
Mr. Edward Kerins, 20001 Colgate Circle, City, representing Meredith
Gardens Home Owner's Association, addressed Council and gave reasons
why he believed Zone Case No. 69-6 should be denied, and further sub-
mitted a petition listing 48 signatures of homeowners in the area, who
oppose Zone Case No. 69-6.
Mr. Herbert Crawford, 10192 ,Ion Day Drive, City, addressed Council and
gave reasons why he felt Zone Case No. 69-6 should be denied, and
submitted a petition listing 33 signatures of homeowners in the area
who are opposed to Zone Case No. 69-6.
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Mr. David Ifland, 10012 Birchwood Drive, City, President of the Meridith
Garden Homeowners Association, addressed Council and stated his organiza-
tion's opposition to this proposed change of zone.
Mr. V. Waterman, Glenmar Lane, City, addressed Council, and requested
that they deny the application for a change of zone.
Mr. Herk McDonald, 6382 Santa Ynez Drive, City, representing the
Sol Vista Homeowner's Association, addressed Council and stated that
their organization believes that traffic problems and overcrowded
conditions of.schools will occur if approval is given to Zone Case
No. 69-6.
Mr. Phillip Bush, Craimer Lane, Westminster, addressed Council and
stated that he felt the best interests of the area would not be served
by the granting of Zone Case No. 69-6.
Mr. James Gath, 9962 Silverstrand Drive, City, Chairman of the Shorecrest
West Homeowners Group, addressed Council and submitted a petition listing
214 signatures from homeowners adjacent to the area who are opposed to
this zone case..
Mr. Dwight Young, 10082 Birchwood Dr., City, addressed Council and
stated that he felt that approval of Zone Case No. 69-6 would create
a severe traffic flow problem in the area.
Mr. Cris C. Cris, 9627 Adams, City, representing residents of Huntington
Continental # 2 and the Home Council, addressed Council and gave reasons
why the granting of Zone Case No. 69-6 would prove detrimental to the
area.
Mr. Robert L. Brown, 6332 Athena Drive, City, representing the Beach
North Property Owner's Association addressed Council and gave reasons
why their organization believes that this zone change is incompatible
with the surrounding area.
Mr. Bernard McCune, 7865 E1 Dorado Plaza, Long Beach, representing the
S & S Development Company, addressed Council to state the reasons he
felt Council should grant the requested zone change, and also exhibited
slides of various projects undertaken by the S & S Development Company.
Following considerable discussion by Council, Mr. McCune withdrew the
application for a change of zone filed by Mr. Nathan Shapell, 8857 W.
Olympic Boulevard, Beverly Hills, California.
On motion by Shipley, Council overruled the decision of the Planning
Commission and denied Zone Case No. 69-6. Motion carried.
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CODE AMENDMENT NO 69-2 - PUBLIC HEARING - APPROVED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a con-
tinuance of a public hearing on Code Amendment No. 69-2, which was
opened at the meeting of March 17, 1969, and continued to the following
meeting dates - April 7, 1969, May 5,'1969, May 19, 1969, and again to
this date
The City Clerk informed Council that a report of the proposed changes
had been submitted to Council.
Mr. Jerry Shea, 2110 Main Street, City, Vice President of the Huntington.
Beach Company, addressed Council, endorsing the Code Amendment and
submitting a memorandum of suggestions from the Huntington Beach Company
regarding this matter for Council's consideration.
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There being no one further 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 Bartlett, Council approved Code Amendment No. 69-2, and
directed the City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance amending the Huntington
Beach Ordinance Code. Motion carried.
Councilman Coen stated, as a matter of record, that he favored Code
Amendment No. 69-2, but that he did not concur with the change which
stipulates that the minimum lot size for single dwellings be not less
than 5000 square feet when abutting common open space used for recreation
and leisure purposes.
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RESOLUTION OF HOME COUNCIL REGARDING CIVIC CENTER
Mr. Cris C. Cris, President of the Home Council, addressed the Council,
and read a Resolution adopted by their body, commending the Council for
their endeavors to select the most suitable site for the new Civic
Center.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Matney, the regular meeting of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach adjourned at 10:20 P.M., to Monday, June 9, 1969,
at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber. Motion carried.
Paul Janes
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
H.Sohn V. V. Green
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Paul C Jones
City Clerk
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