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Council Chamber, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
Monday, July 21, 1969
Mayor Green 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 present in the Council Chamber.
The Invocation was given by Pastor James Dolin - Calvary Baptist Church.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
Councilmen Absent: Shipley
MINUTES
On motion by Coen, the minutes of the regular meeting of July 7, 1969,
and the regular adjourned meeting of July 14, 1969, were approved and
adopted as prepared and mailed by the City Clerk. Motion carried.
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PROPOSED COUNTY GENERAL PLANNING PROGRAM - APPROVED
The City Administrator informed Council that the staff had studied the
General Planning Program proposed by the County of Orange involving
planning, economics, engineering, political science, administration
and statistics. The intent of the program would be to concentrate on
specific problem areas which are of concern to the County, and the
cities would.be members along with the County on this proposed inter-
governmental policy planning council, composed of elected officials of
each agency. He further stated that the President of the Orange County
League of Cities, had requested that each city be in a position to vote
on the question of County League of Cities approval of the proposed
General.Planning Program, at'the executive meeting of July 24, 1969.
On motion by Bartlett, Council placed themselves on record as approving
the General Planning Program as proposed by the County of Orange and
directed that the Orange County League of Cities be informed of same at
their executive meeting to be held July 24, 1969. Motion carried.
SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS
The City Administrator informed Council that due to other commitments,
ABC Wide World of Sports is unable to televise the City surfing champion-
ships this year, and that in view of the popularity, city exposure, and
youth participation, it is recommended that the City Council underwrite
the cost of the production from the Music and Promotion Fund.
On motion by Kaufman, Council approved the recommendation of the City
Administrator, and directed that the cost of televising the surfing
championships, to be held in the City on September 20th and 21st, be
underwritten from the Music and Promotion Fund, by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
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ULI-CITIZENS STEERING COMMITTEE REPORT
The City Administrator informed Council that Mr. Monte Nitzkowski,
Chairman of the ULI Citizens Steering Committee, was present to report
on the status of the proposal to expand the Parking Authority inland
from Pacific Coast Highway,
Mr. Monte Nitzkowski addressed Council and presented a report regarding
the progress of the study being held relative to the expansion of the
Parking Authority project, and stated that the committee would present
a Master Plan study including a pier development plan, during the -month
of September, for C-ouncil's consideration.
CAPITAL IgP OVEMENTS PROGRAM - PROPOSED FIRE STATIONS
The City Administrator addressed Council and discussed the methods which,
might be used to finance the construction of the Gothard central fire
facility near Ellis Avenue,as well as a station in the Murdy-industrial
tract on Gothard Strew south of._Wa ne.r-Avenue. He requested Council's
authorization to recruit architects for. -the design of the fire facilities.
On motion by Kaufman, Council authorized the City Administrator to pro-
ceed with the recruitment of architects for the design of the proposed
Gothard central fire facility near Ellis Avenue and the station in the
Murdy industrial tract located on Gothard Street, south of Warner Avenue.
Motion carried.
HELICOPTER PILOT: TRAINING
The City Administrator requested Council's authorization to negotiate
a contract between Southland Helicopter;Company and the City for the
training of two police helicopter pilots for an amount not to exceed
$7500.00. He stated that as originally planned, the present police.
helicopter pilots were to train the two officers needed to man the city's
second helicopter, however, this procedure would result in preventing
the helicopter from being utilized -for police_sery "ice work.
On motion by Matney, Council authorized the City Administrator to
negotiate a contract between Southland Helicopter Company and the City
in an amount not to exceed $7500.00, for the training of two police
helicopter pilots. The motion was passed by the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT — SHIELDS DEV COMPANY - TRACT 6156 - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
Monument Bond, Performance Bond, Labor and Material Bond and Subdivision
Agreement for Tract No. 6156 - Shields Development Company.
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted Monument Bond No. B-585453 — United
Pacific Insurance Company; approved the Subdivision Agreement for Tract
No. 6156, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the docu-
ment on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
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SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT - COVINGTON BROS - TRACT NO 6371 - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Director of Public Works of
Monument Bond, Improvement Bond, Labor and Material Bond and Subdivision
Agreement for Tract No. 6371 - Covington Brothers.
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted Monument Bond No. 3933958 and
Improvement Bond No. 3933957 - Hartford Accident & Indemnity Company;
approved the Subdivision Agreement for Tract No. 6371, and authorized
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City.
Motion carried.
LABOR & MATERIALS BOND - ESSEX LAND CO - TRACT NO 5978 - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal of Labor and Materials Bond for Tract
No. 5978 located at Atlanta Avenue and Brookhurst Street for acceptance
by Council.
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted Labor and Materials Bond No.
236773 - Pacific Indemnity Company and directed the City Treasurer to
file same. Motion carried.
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LABOR & MATERIALS BOND - OAKHURST LAND CO - TRACT NO 6278 - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal of Labor and Materials Bond for
Tract No. 6278, located at Hamilton Avenue and Bushard Street for accept-
ance by Council.
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted Labor and Materials Bond No.
5240-10-27 — Trans -America Insurance Company and directed the City
Treasurer to file same. Motion carried.
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DEDICATION OF IMPROVEMENTS - TRACT NO 6557 - COVINGTON BROS - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Public Works
recommending acceptance of dedicated improvements, authorization for
the release of the faithful performance portion of the Improvement Bond,
the Monument Bond, and termination of the Subdivision Agreement in
Tract No. 6557 - Covington Brothers.
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted improvements dedicated for public
use in Tract No. 6557; authorized the release of the faithful performance
portion of the Improvement Bond, the Monument Bond, and termination of
the Subdivision Agreement, and directed that the developer be notified
by the City Clerk and the bonding company be notified by the City
Treasurer of the termination of this bond. Motion carried.
DEDICATION OF IMPROVEMENTS - TRACT NO 5978 - ESSEX LAND CO — APPROVED
The Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Public Works
recommending acceptance of dedicated improvements, authorization for
release of the faithful performance portion of the Improvement Bond,
the Monument Bond, and termination of the Subdivision Agreement in
Tract No. 5978 - Essex Land Company.
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted improvements dedicated for public
use in Trace No. 5978; authorized the release of the faithful performance
portion of the Improvement Bond, the Monument Bond, and termination of
the Subdivision Agreement, and directed that the developer be notified
by the City Clerk and the bonding company be notified by the City
Treasurer of the termination of this bond. Motion carried,
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DEDICATION OF IMPRdVEMENTS - TRACT NO 6278 - OAKHURST LAND CO - APPROVED
The Clerk presented a communication from the Director of Public Works
recommending acceptance of dedicated improvements, authorization for
release of the faithful performance portion of the Improvement Bond,.
the Monument Bond, and termination of the Subdivision Agreement in
Tract No. 6278 - Oakhurst Land Company.
On motion by Kaufman, Council accepted improvements dedicated for public
use in Tract No. 6278; authorized the release of the faithful performance
portion of the Improvement Bond, the Monument Bond, and termination of
the Subdivision Agreement, and directed that the developer be notified
by the City Clerk and the bonding company be notified by the.City
Treasurer of the termination of this bond. Motion carried.
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BID AWARD - SIGNALIZATION - CC-124 - STEINY MITCHEL
The Clerk read a communication from the Director of Public Works stating
that bids for the signalization and channelization at the intersection
of Brookhurst Street and Atlanta Avenue and at the intersection of
Golden West Street and Heil Avenue, had been opened at 9:00 A.M. on
Monday, July 21, 1969, in the Administrative Annex by the City Clerk,
City Attorney and Director of. Public Works, and that Steiny Mitchel
Inc., Los Angeles, California, was the low bidder with a bid in the
amount of $28,655.45. Mr. Wheeler recommended that the Council award
the bid to Steiny Mitchel Inc., and reject all other bids. The bids
submitted were as follows:
Smith Electric Company - Stanton, Calif. - $ 30,906.70
E. D.. John Company - Anaheim, Calif. - $ 36,705.00
Steiny Mitchel Const. Co. - Los Angeles, Calif. - $ 28,655.45
On motion by McCracken, Council awarded the contract for the signaliza-
tion and channelization at the intersection of Brookhurst Street and
Atlanta Avenue and at the intersection of Golden West Street and Heil
Avenue, Project CC-124, to Steiny Mitchel Inc., Los Angeles, California,
the lowest responsible bidder, for the bid amount of $28,655.45; rejected
all other bids and directed the Clerk to notify the unsuccessful bidders
and return their bid bonds. The motion passed by the following roll
call mote
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
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BID AWARD - BOX CULVERTS & FOOTBRIDGE - CC-127 - ECCO CONTRACTORS
The Clerk read a communication from the Director of Public Works stating
that bids for the construction of box culverts at the Flood Control D02
Channel located at Yorktown Avenue, Indianapolis Avenue and Edwards
Street at Slater Avenue and a footbridge across the D02 Channel between
Hickory Lane�and Waterbury Lane had.been opened at 9:00 A.M. on Monday,
July 21, 1969, in the Administrative Annex by the City Clerk, City
Attorney and the Director of Public Works, and that Ecco Contractors,
Garden Grove, California, was the low bidder with a bid in the amount
of $309,604a50. Mr. -Wheeler recommended that the Council award the
bid to Ecco Contractors, and reject all other bids. The bids submitted
were as follows:
Ecco Contractors
- Garden Grove, Calif.
- $
309,604.50
K.E.C. Company
Artesia, Calif.
- $
312,870.00
O'Mears & Rogers
- Long Beach, Calif.
- $
399,575.43
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On motion by Bartlett, Council awarded the contract for Project CC-127
to Ecco Contractors, Garden Grove, California, the lowest responsible
bidder, for the bid amount of $309,604.50; rejected all other bids and
directed the Clerk to notify the unsuccessful bidders and return their
bid bonds. The motion was passed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
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BID AWARD - IMPROVEMENT OF MAGNOLIA STREET - SULLY MILLER - CC-128
The Clerk read a communication from the Director of Public Works stating
that bids for the construction and improvement of Magnolia Street between
Hamilton and Adams Avenues and Yorktown and Garfield Avenues, had been
opened at 9:00 A.M. on Monday, July 21, 1969, in the Administrative
Annex by the City Clerk, City Attorney and the Director of Public Works,
and that Sully Miller Construction Company, Orange, California, was the
low bidder with a bid in the amount of $211,348.60. Mr. Wheeler recom-
mended that the Council award the bid to Sully Miller Construction
Company, and reject all other bids. The bids submitted were as follows:
Sully Miller Construction Company — Orange, Calif. $211,348.60
Coxco Inc. - Stanton, Calif. $221,134.00
John Ewles Inc. - Westminster, Calif. $233,640.30
On motion by Bartlett, Council awarded the contract for Project CC-128
to Sully Miller Construction Company, Orange, California, the lowest
responsible bidder, for the bid amount of $211,348.60; rejected all
other bids and directed the Clerk to notify the unsuccessful bidders
and return their bid bonds. The motion was passed by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
BID AWARD - ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO 6601 - HARPER ESTATES
The Clerk read a communication from the Director of Public Works regard-
ing the bid award for the construction of sanitary sewers in Gregory
Lane and Laura Circle, north of Garfield Avenue and east of Beach Boule-
vard in connection with Assessment District 6601 - Harper Estates. Said
bid award had been continued from the meeting of July 7, 1969. The prop-
erty owners within the subject assessment district had been informed
that the bid received July 7, 1969, from R. M. Vukanovich Construction
Company was in excess of the original estimate and that ten return
letters had been received, indicating a desire to proceed with the
district. Mr. Wheeler recommended that Council accept the bid, and
award the contract to R. M. Vukanovich Construction Company for their
bid of $24,442.60.
Resolution No. 3026 - Ordering Work - Assessment Dist 6601 - Adopted
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3026 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDERING WORK ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
NO. 6601."
On motion by Kaufman, Council waived further reading of Resolution No.
3026, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
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Res No 3027 - Awarding of Contract - Assessment Dist 6601 - Adopted
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3027 by title- "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AWARDING CONTRACT ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT NO, 66010"
On motion by Kaufman, Council waived further reading of Resolution
No. 3027, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
REIMBURSEMENT-- NELSON B.'REAMES - RESOLUTION NO 3024 - ADOPTED ,
The Clerk presented a transmittal from the Public Works Department of
Resolution No. 3024 for the reimbursement of $9730.71 to Nelson B. Reames
for the construction of storm drain facilities in Drainage District No. 3,
as per Reimbursement Agreement No. 150.
The Clerk read Resolution No. 3024 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF
MONEY FROM THE DRAINAGE AREA 3 FUND."
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Resolution No. 3024,
and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
APPEAL - DENIAL OF BUSINESS LICENSE - "THE FLIP SHOP" - HEARING -SET
The Clerk presented a letter of appeal from Mr. Robert Robb, c/o 2869
Ballow Lane, Costa Mesa, to the denial by the City Clerk of a business
license to operate "The Flip Shop", at 104 Fifth Street, City, for the
sale of health drinks.
On motion by Coen, Council directed the Clerk to set this matter for
hearing on August 4, 1969, pursuant to Section 2112.5.5 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Motion carried.
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.JOINT AGREEMENT FOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES — APPROVED
The Clerk presented a transmittal of a five year agreement between the
School Districts and the City for the use of the schools' recreational
facilities, for approval by Council.
On motion by Bartlett, Council approved the five year agreement between
the School Districts and the City for the use of the schools' recreational
facilities, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said agree-
ment on behalf of the City. Motion carried.
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APPEAL - DENIAL OF BUSINESS LICENSE - "FRIENDS" - HEARING SET
The Clerk presented a letter of appeal from Mr. Tom Lunde, 512 Hartfort
Avenue, City, to the denial by the City Clerk of a business license to
operate "Friends", at 214 Main Street, City, for the sale of clothing,
books and records.
On motion by Coen, Council directed the Clerk to set this matter for
hearing on August 4, 1969, pursuant to Section 2112.5.5 of the
Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. Motion carried.
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COMMUNICATION REGARDING ATTENDANCE AT LEAGUE OF CITIES MEETING
The Clerk presented a communication from Roger Slates, Chairman of the
Planning Commission requesting that Council consider sending additional
commissioners to the League of Cities Conference to be held in San
Francisco, California, September 28 through October 1, 1969. He further
stated that he believed it would benefit the City if the Acting Secretary of
the Planning Commission were also granted permission to attend the
conference.
On motion by Kaufman, Council authorized two Planning Commissioners, the
Acting Secretary -,of the Planning Commission and two Recreation and Parks
Commissioners to attend the League of Cities Conference to be held in
San Francisco, California, September 28 through October 1, 1969. Motion
carried.
ORDINANCE NO 1511'- ZONE CASE NO 69-14 - ADOPTED
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1511 a second reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9061 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR CHANGE
OF ZONING ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED BETWEEN ADAMS AVENUE AND PORTLAND
STREET, AND WEST OF HUNTINGTON AVENUE (ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 69-.14)."
On motion by McCracken, Council waived further reading of Ordinance
No. 1511. When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
On motion by Kaufman, Ordinance No. 1511 was passed and adopted by the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
Councilmen:
Bartlett,
NOES:
Councilmen:
Matney
ABSENT:
Councilmen:
Shipley
McCracken, Kaufman, Coen, Green
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ORDINANCE NO 1512 - CA 69-4 - AMENDS HEIGHT LIMITS - ADOPTED
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1512 a second reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTIONS 9102.6. 9103.2.1, 9132.5.2, 9132.6,
9162.6, 9163.2.1, AND 9202.6; AND ADDING SECTIONS 9102.6.1, 9102.6.1.1,
9102.6.1.2, 9102.6.1.3, 9132.5.2.1, 9132.6.1, 9132.6.1.1, 9162.6.1,
9162.6.1.1, 9202.6.1, 9202.6.1.1 AND 9203.2.1 PERTAINING TO BUILDING
HEIGHT LIMITS AND SIDE YARD SETBACKS."
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Ordinance
No. 1512, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
ORDINANCE NO'i51� - AMBULANCE SERVICES - ADOPTED
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1513 a second reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE AMENDING SECTIONS OF ARTICLE 221 CONCERNING AMBULANCE
SERVICE."
On motion by Kaufman, Council waived further reading of Ordinance
No. 1513, and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
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ORDINANCE NO 1514' - ZONE CASE 69-18 - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1514 a first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9061 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR CHANGE
OF ZONING ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED EAST OF MAGNOLIA STREET, SOUTH OF
GARFIELD AVENUE (ZONE CHANGE CASE NO, 68-18.)"
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Ordinance
No. 1514. When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
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ORDINANCE NO 1515 - ZONE CASE NO 69-13 - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1515 a first reading by title - "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 9061 THEREOF TO PROVIDE FOR CHANGE
OF ZONING ON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED EAST OF MAGNOLIA STREET, SOUTH OF
GARFIELD AVENUE (ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 69-13.)"
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived°further reading of Ordinance
No. 1515. When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO 1516 - OBSTRUCTION OF PEDESTRIAN PASSAGES - FIRST READING
The Clerk gave Ordinance No. 1516 a first reading by.title - "AN ORDI-
NANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY ADDING THERETO ARTICLE 7341 ENTITLED 'OBSTRUCTING
PEDESTRIAN PASSAGE'."
On motion by Bartlett, Council waived further reading of Ordinance
No. 1516. When put to a vote the motion passed unanimously.
RES NO 3025 - APPOINTS FINANCE DIRECTOR AS CLAIMS AGENT - ADOPTED
The Clerk read'Resolution No. 3025 by title - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH APPOINTING A CLAIMS AGENT FOR
THE CITY."
On motion by Coen, Council waived further reading of Resolution No, 3025,
and passed and adopted same by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Bartlett, McCracken, Kaufman, Matney, Coen, Green
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Shipley
REPORTS - COUNCIL COMMITTEES
Downtown Businessmens' Association
Councilman Bartlett reported that he had received many complaints from
people regarding the 12 minute parking meters located in the area on
Main Street from Ocean Avenue to Olive Street, and the rate charged on
these meters, as they discourage persons from shopping in the area for
any length of time.
The Council referred this matter to the Assistant City Administrator
for study and report.
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COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
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I_ssuance of Parking Permits
Councilman Matney asked if a determination had been made on the amount
to be charged for seasonal parking permits.
The City Administrator stated that parking permits for the season are
being issued for a charge of ten dollars.
Conversion of Multi 1e Zoned Property
Councilman Matney inquired as to whether the Master Plan Sub -Committee
of the Planning Commission was studying all the multi -zoned areas of
the city for the purpose of determining the feasibility of converting
portions of it to other uses.
Following discussion on this matter, on motion by McCracken, Council
directed the Planning Commission to study the entire multi -zoned areas
of the city to determine the feasibility of converting portions of
this land to other uses. Motion carried.
CityAdministrator and Staff Commended
Councilman McCracken stated that he wished to commend the City Adminis-
trator and staff for preparing the Administrative Action Committee
Reports which were extremely beneficial to the Council.
Dedication of Beach Parking Lot
Councilman Kaufman asked whether plans had been made regarding the
dedication of the Beach Parking Lot.
The City Administrator informed the Council that plans have been made
for the Beach Parking Lot dedication and that an extensive public opening
is planned.
Removal of Political Signs - Sign Code
Mayor Green inquired as to why political signs and the removal of same
were not included in the new Sign Ordinance.
Following some discussion on this matter, on motion by Green, Council
directed the Planning Commission to study the problem of removal of
political signs and cleanup of same, and to suggest remedies which
might be instituted to alleviate this problem for report to Council at
the second meeting in September. Motion carried.
Railroad Crbssin s
Mayor Green discussed with the Public Works Director the possibility of
demanding that the Pacific Electric Railroad install signals at the
Garfield Avenue, Main Street and Gothard Street intersection, as this
is a particularly dangerous traffic hazard. Mr. Wheeler stated that the
traffic engineers have been studying normal vehicular traffic signals
and they would have no problem in justifying signals at this particular
intersection. He further informed Council that the railway would partici-
pate in the funding of the signals if directed by the Public Utilities
Commission, but that the City would be responsible for the entire cost
if it was decided to proceed on this project alone. He stated that the
estimated cost of signalizing the intersection would be $55,000.00.
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On motion by Green, Council directed the Public Works Director to
commence with traffic and railroad control design for the Garfield
Avenue, Main Street and Gothard Street intersection. Motion carried.
Ta e Recordi�i s - Recreation and Parks Commission Meetin s
On motion by Green, Council directed the Recreation and Parks Commission
to tape record all meetings held. Motion carried. .
COMMENTS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS
Access Rda�ds - DPW
The Director of Public Works presented maps of the possible access
roads from McFadden Avenue and Gothard Street to the rear of the Levitz
Furniture Store, to Huntington Center for Council's information, and
discussion was held by Council regarding this matter.
Beach Boulevard -Improvements - DPW
The Director of Public Works presented maps outlining the improvements
of Beach Boulevard from Edinger Avenue to Adams Avenue for Council's
information.
Council directed Mr. Wheeler to prepare a cost information report
regarding the landscaping of Beach Boulevard.
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Anti -Pornography Report - Attorney
The City Attorney reported that two bills (SB-62 & 63) had recently
been adopted in Sacramento, which will aid the City in combating
pornography. He stated that SB-62 creates a standard for judging
obscenity because it differentiates between minors and adults, and
that SB-63 deals with obscene matter.
RECESS
The Mayor called a recess of the Council at 6:09 P.M. Council was
reconvened at 7:38 P.M. by the Mayor.
TRANSFER OF OIL AND GAS LEASE - CITY PROPERTY JVA LEASE
The Clerk presented a communication from Carlton Beal requesting per-
mission to transfer the JVA Oil and Gas Lease, dated July 17, 1959, on
Lots 21 and 23, Block 616, 17th Street Section, to Jake Mutz.
On motion by Kaufman, Council deferred action on this matter to the
meeting of August 4, 1969. Motion carried.
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OPPOSITION - YOUTH ROCK CONCERT - RECEIVED & FILED
The Clerk presented a communication from Mrs. George S. Kaiser, 16701
Robert Lane, City, objecting to the Youth Rock Concert which is scheduled
to be held in the Huntington Beach High School Gym.
Mayor Green directed that this communication be received and filed.
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ZC 69-16 - PUBLIC HEARING - NATIONAL ACCEPTANCE CO OF CALIF - APPROVED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on Zone Case No. 69-16, on property located on the west side
of Springdale Street, approximately 660 feet south of Edinger Avenue,
for a change of zone from RA Residential Agricultural District to C4
Highway Commercial District, with a 50 foot setback from the ultimate
right-of-way line.
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. 69-16 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. Myron Meyers, 6404 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, Attorney for the
National Acceptance Co, of California - Alpha Beta Acme Market, addressed
Council and requested that approval be given to Zone Case No. 69-16.
Mr. Robert Sutake, 6012 Annette Circle, City, representative of home-
owners of the area addressed Council and stated Alpha Beta had agreed
to erect an eight foot wall to separate the areas and that if this pro-
vision .is met, the homeowners would be in accord with the plans.
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 McCracken, 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. 69-16. Motion carried.
On motion by Coen, Council directed the Planning Commission to prepare
a study of the recommended usage for the remaining portions of this
property for future report. Motion carried.
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ZONE CASE NO 617 - APPEAL TO R3 PORTION - DEFERRED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on Zone Case No. 69-17, and an appeal filed by John D. Lusk to
the denial by the Planning Commission of a portion thereof.
(a) A change of zone from Ml-A Limited Manufacturing District,
to C4 Highway Commercial District,with a 50 foot setback
from ultimate right-of-way. Located on the southwest
corner of Balsa Avenue and Springdale Street.
(b) Change of zone from M1-A Limited Manufacturing District,
to 100 Ml-A 20,000 and 100 Ml-A 15,000. Located on the
north and south side of McFadden Avenue between Springdale
Street and a line delineating the west half of the west
half Section 16-5-11, said line being kmile west of Graham
Street.
(c) An appeal to the decision of the Planning Commission
recommending denial of a change of zone from MI -A Limited
Manufacturing District to R3 Limited Multiple Family
Residence District. Located on the north side of Edinger
Avenue between the west boundary of Marina High School
and a line delineating the west half of the west half of
'Section 16-5-11 said line being k mile west of Graham Street.
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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 a communication from the Huntington Beach
Chamber of Commerce requesting that full consideration be given to this
appeal,
The Director of Advanced Planning presented a resume' of the Planning
Commission action in approving a change of zone from M1-A to C4 and the
denial of the portion requested for R3.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
Mr. Rudy Braebrick, 15302 Cambray Lane, City, addressed Council and
stated his opposition to granting the R3 portion requested in Zone
Case No. 69-17.
Mr. Richard Hollingshead, representing the Ocean View School District,
addressed Council and stated that approval of this zone case would
result in a severe hardship to the school district, and requested that
Council deny this appeal.
Mr. Karl C. Brown, 15672 Hummingbird Lane, City, addressed Council and
stated his opposition to granting the R3 portion requested in Zone Case
No. 69-17.
Mr. William Lusk, P.O. Box 1217, Whittier, Calif., applicant, addressed
Council and gave reasons why he believed his appeal should be granted
by Council.
Mr. Richard Volper, Los Angeles, Attorney representing Peck Estates,
addressed Council and requested that they approve the requested change
of zone.
Mr. Larkin Stentz, representing the Youth Coalition Committee addressed
Council and stated he was opposed to the request for a change of zone,
as he believed that such a great amount of industrial activity would
stifle the effectiveness of the school district.
There being no one further present to speak on the matter, and there
being no further protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing
was closed by the Mayor.
Considerable discussion was then held by the Council.
Mayor Green then declared the hearing re -opened.
On motion by Coen, Council directed that Zone Case No. 69-17 be continued
to the meeting of August 4, 1969, and directed the Planning Department
to prepare a report regarding the programming of R3 standards in con-
junction with industrial development. Motion carried.
RECESS
The Mayor called a recess of the Council at 9:10 P.M. Council was
reconvened at 9.40 P.M. by the Mayor.
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ZONE CASE NO 69-19 - PUBLIC HEARING - APPROVED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing on Zone Case No. 69-19, on property located at the northeast'
corner of Cameron Street and Newman Avenue for a change of zone from
R2 Two Family Residence District to R5 Office -Professional 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. 69-19 or to the recommendation of approval of the Planning Commission.
At this time staff reports were presented for Council's consideration.
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 Coen, Council sustained the decision of the Planning Commis-
sion and directed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance effecting the
change of zone in Zone Case No. 69-19. Motion carried.
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CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO 69-17 - APPEAL - CONTINUED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a continuance
of a public hearing on an appeal filed by Councilman Jerry A. Matney to
the approval by the Planning Commission of Conditional Exception No. 69-17,
to permit the construction of a pole sign 112 feet in height in deviation
to the 35 foot height limit in the C4 Highway Commercial District, on
property located on the northeast corner of Gothard Street and Edinger
Avenue.
The Clerk informed the Council that all legal requirements for notifi-
cation, publication,,
ublication, and posting on said public hearing had been met
and that he had recieved a communication from the Huntington Beach Chamber
of Commerce requesting that Council approve Conditional Exception No. 69-17
At this time staff reports were presented for Council's information.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
Mr. Ron Torkildson, 1414 W. McFadden, Santa Ana, Addressed Council and
stated that if this matter were approved, he believed that it should be
granted under the provisions of the former sign ordinance in order that
no precedent would be set.
Mr. Ray Krieger, representative of Levitz Furniture Company, appellant,
addressed Council and requested that approval be granted to Conditional
Exception No. 69-17.
Mr. Cris C. Cris, 9627 Adams Avenue, City, representing the Home Council,
addressed Council and stated that after careful study of this matter, he
believed that it would be in the best interests of the City to approve
Conditional. Exception No. 69-17.
There being no one further present to speak on the matter and there being
no further protests filed, either oral or written, the hearing was closed
by the Mayor.
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A motion was made by Councilman Bartlett to sustain the decision of the
Planning Commission and approve Conditional Exception No. 69-17, and
direct the City Attorney to prepare a Resolution approving same.
A motion was made by Councilman Kaufman, to amend Councilman Bartlett's
motion to allow the construction of a sign 90 feet in height, but when
put to a vote the motion to amend failed.
A vote was then taken on the original motion which passed unanimously,
CE NO 69-5 - TT MAP NO 6874 - APPEAL - CONTINUED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day.and hour set for a public
hearing on an appeal filed by Aetna Savings and Loan Association, 2211
Bellflower Boulevard, Long Beach, to the denial by the Planning Commis-
sion of the following:
(1) Tentative Tract Map No, 6874 - the applicant has revised and
resubmitted a map on Tentative Tract No. 6874 providing for lots
having an average frontage of 40 feet and an area of 5400 square
feet and the Planning Commission has approved said revised map
with conditions.
(2) An appeal to the denial by the Planning Commission of Conditional
Exception No. 69-5, to allow the subdivision of a parcel of land
into lots having average frontage of 35 feet and an area of 5600
square feet, including a 43 foot wide private road and a 25 foot
wide rip rap slope at the rear of such lots for bank protection,
in lieu 'of the required 60 foot in lot width and-6000 square foot
lot area, on property located southwest of Channel Lane between
Admiralty Drive and Broadway.
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 Tentative
Tract No. 6874 and Conditional Exception No. 69-5 or to the recommenda-
tion of approval of the Planning Commission on the revised map dated
May 27, 1969, with conditions stipulated by the Planning Commission.
At this time staff reports were presented for Council's information.
Mayor Coen declared the hearing open.
Mr. George Shibata, Attorney representing the appellant, addressed Council
and requested a continuance of the hearing to the meeting of August 4,
1969.
On motion by Matney, Council continued the public hearing on Conditional
Exception No. 69-5 and Tentative Tract Map No. 6874 to the meeting of
August 4, 1969. Motion carried.
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CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO 69-44 - PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL — CONTINUED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day'and hour set for a public
hearing on an appeal filed by Major D Corporation, Pasadena, California,
to the denial by.the Planning Commission of Conditional Exception No.
69-44, to permit a reduction of the required off-street parking spaces
for a 152 bed, type "L" (Iong-term psychiatric care) sanitarium from
102 parking spaces to 70 parking spaces as shown on the plot plan, on
property located on the south side of Holland Drive approximately 265
feet east from the centerline of Beach Boulevard.
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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 a letter from the appellant, Major D.Corporation
requesting a continuance of Conditional Exception No. 69-44 to the meet-
ing of August 4, 1969, in order that their appeal concerning -Use Permit
No. 69-32 may be heard.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
In view of the letter from the City Clerk and the communication from "
Major D Corporation requesting continuance of this matter, on motion
by Matney, Council continued this matter to the meeting of August 4,.
1969. Motion carried.
AP,PEAL'TO BUSINESS LICENSE DENIAL - PUBLIC HEARING - GRANTED
Mayor Green announced that this was the day and hour set for a public
hearing to consider an appeal filed by Mr. Stephen A. Penman to the
denial by the City Clerk to issue a business license for the conduct
of a health food bar at 121 Main Street, City.
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 on this
matter, other than the letter of appeal.
Mayor Green declared the hearing open.
Mr. Stephen A.�Pezman, 474 Ocean Blvd., appellant, addressed Council
and gave reasons why he believed a business license should be issued
to him.
There being no one else 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 overruled the decision of the City Clerk
and directed that a business license be issued to Mr. Stephen Penman,.
to conduct the business of health food bar at 121 Main Street, City.
Motion carried.
STATE OWNED PROPERTY - RODEO CONSENT
The City Administrator presented a letter from the Huntington Beach
Junior Chamber of Commerce to Mayor Green concerning an attempt to
arrange for use of State property on. Golden West Street at Talbert
Avenue, as a location for the Orange County Indian Center Rodeo which
their organization was helping to promote during September, 1969:
Following discussion on the matter by the Council, on motion by Green,
Council directed the Administrator to notify the California Highway
Department that the City has no objection to the use of State owned
land on Golden West Street at Talbert Avenue for the Orange County
Indian Center Rodeo from September 27, through 29; and that consent
given is for this event only. Motion carried.
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OPPOSITION - YOUTH ROCK CONCERT
Mrs. George S. Kaiser, 16701 Robert Lane, City, addressed Council and
spoke in opposition to the scheduled Youth Rock Concert to be held in
the gym of Huntington Beach High School.
Mayor Green informed Mrs. Kaiser that adequate. precautions were being
taken to insure that the Youth Rock Concert would be held in an orderly
manner.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Coen, the regular meeting of the City Council adjourned at
10:50 P.M. to Tuesday, July 22, 1969, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber.
Motion carried.
ATTEST:
Paul C. Janes
City Clerk
Paul C ones
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk
of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
N. John V. V. Green
Mayor
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