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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 1962-01-02 I C\l C\l cr. Co:I ~ ~ Seal Beach, California January 2, 1962 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Gibbs presiding. The meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Mayor Gibbs Councilmen: Flanagan, Jones, Leonard, Gemmill Absent: " None " It was moved by Leonard and seconded by Jones that the minutes of December 18, 1961 be approved as presented. AYES: NOES: Flanagan, Jones, Leonard, Gemmill, Gibbs None. Motion carried. Regular demands No. 1200 to 1229 inclusive, totaling $8521.76 as approved by the Finance Committee were presented. It was moved by Jones and seconded by Flanagan that the demands be allowed and warrants drawn on the Treasury for the same. AYES: NOES: Flanagan, Jones, Leonard, Gemmill, Gibbs None Motion carried. 1 Mr. Herbert Arnois letter regarding issuance of business Nar I license to known narcotic pushers was discussed. The City Attorney reported that it would be illegal not to issue a business license and also illegal to publish their names. I , cotic Letters from Senator Murdy, Gllwernor Brown and the Orange .Poker County Board of Supervisors acknowledging receipt of our resolution No. 1152 proposing to outlaw draw poker in the State were received and filed. Letter of thanks from the Seal Beach Group of Alcoholics Anonymous for use of the Auditorium was received and filed and per- mission granted to use the hall in 1962. Letter of thanks from the Senior Woman's Club for the "Christmas Card Lane" decorations was received and filed. .' City Hall Mr. R. J. Rettzo requested permission to conduct entertain- ~ ment after 2:00 A.M. in the Rebel Cafe. Referred to the City Attorney. Mrs. Marge Drake asked about the issuance of a license for the "Marina Palace". The City Attorney reported he was studying several ordinances received from the California League of Cities. The City Manager reported the study of the traffic control problem. After discussion the matter was deferred for further study. Resolution No. 1154 (Uniform Fund - Police Dept.) was pre- sented by the City Manag~r. After some discussion it was moved by ~ Reso ll.2!J 2 Reso. ll22 Police Dept. Ins. Civil Servo St. ,Dept. Dop;s ~ Str~et Trees Legal Advert. Leonard and seconded by Gemmill to adopt Resolution No. 1154 as amended. AYES: NOES: Flanagan, Jones, Leonard, Gemmill, Gibbs None Motion carried. Resolution No. 1155 (West Orange County Water Board - Joint Powers Agreement) was presented by the City Manager. After considerable discussion it was decided to defer action on the matter until January 16th, adjourned meeting. Refuse collection charges was again discussed. I Bids of $2312.50 each, Groth Chevrolet Company, and $2411.92 . each from Hopper Chevrolet Company, both plus tax for two 1962 Chevro- let sedans for the Police Department were discussed. It was decided that more bids be requested. . Upon the recommendation of the City Manager it was moved . by Leonard and seconded by Jones to instruct the City Manager to obtain false arrest insurance for members of the City Council, City . Manager and Police Department employees at approximately $287.00 per year. AYES: NOES: Flanagan, Jones, Leonard, Gemmill, Gibbs N.one Motion carried. . Mr. Brashear read a letter commending the Police Depart- I ment for its assistance in a recent accident. The City Manager stated that the Civil Service Board had . requested early action in amending the Civil Service Ordinance with the possibility of placing it on the April lOth ballot. Mr. Flanagan asked about the street sweeping schedule. It . was reported that the regular employee had been ill and that the schedule had been disrupted. Referred to the City Manager. Mr. Flanagan again asked about animal regulation. No definite action taken. Mr. Jones inquired about resurfacing the pier. The City Manager reported that the Director of Public Works was making m study of two different processes. Mr. Leonard stated that replacement of trees on Main Street as ordered had not been made. Mr. Brashear reported that the replacement of trees had been ordered but were not at present available. I Mr. Carnes reported that a declairatory relief action in the legal advertising matter will be filed by next Council meeting. Mr. Leonard stated the urgency of setting up the redistrict- ing of the city for future elections. The City Attorney outlined procedures. I C\l C\l cr. ~ a: ~ I I 3 Mr. Gemmill stated also the urgency for the amending of the zoning ordinance. Mr. Gemmill also asked about certain high and low levels in the Northeast Street Improvement Distridt. Mr. Brashear reported ceDtain alleys had been repaired and other work would follow. zonein St. Dept. . Mr. Leonard asked about certain sidewalk repairs on Main Street and Ocean Avenue. Mr. Brashear said he was attempting to Side Walks work out a repair program. Mayor Gibbs asked about a sidewalk repairs on Seal Way. Further discussion followed with a wide difference of opinion as to who should do the repairing. Mayor Gibbs made several announcements of County and regional meetings. Mr. Gemmill suggested that the City Council and Chamber of Commerce should meet to discuss a program of public relations as it Leisu World concerns Leisure World. The City Manager reported that some 250 parking meters' could be purchased for the parking lots at $60.00 each or about $15,000. More study needed. Par It:1 Meter , It was moved by Leonard and seconded by Jones to a~ourn until Tuesday, January. 9, 1962 at 7:30 P.M. AYES: NOES: Flanagan, Jones, Leonard, Gemmill, Gibbs None Motion carried. ~ . , - ~ ...<~"'/~.-... - City lerk and Ex-officio Clerk of the Seal Beach City Council A..rov::?~ & -dd ~ Mayor Attest: , /UI ,4&~~ City Clerk