HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1965-1970 pt. 5In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday,April 1st, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C.'Paul Bettini, Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Absent: Louis H. Baar
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of March 18th, 1968,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
Councilman Baar took his seat at 8:03 P.M.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT CLARIFYING P -U -D DISTRICT - File 10-3
The hearing was declared open. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the Council on the proposed
amendment. There being no one appearing either for or against, the hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, passing Charter Ordinance No. 901
to print.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Section 14.50.090(a) of the San Rafael Municipal Code
so as to clarify the status of property in a P -U -D District, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 901
was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE; ZONING AND ZONING RESTRICTIONS - GENERAL - File 10-1 x 9-8
Mr. Stanley Hughes of #9 Louisa Court of Terra Linda addressed the Council regarding the notice he had
received from the Planning Department to remove a tool shed, and an arbor which was unconforming. Mr.
Hughes illustrated on the blackboard the existing condition. City Planner,Herbert Hotchner briefed
the Council on the existing ordinance and informed Mr. Hughes that by moving the tool shed 6 feet away
from the existing house structure he would be able to build to fifteen feet in height. The arbor would
have to be disconnected from the house, and if built to the height of 6' 10" he would need a variance.
The Council suggested that he appeal to the Planning Commission for a variance.
RE: ADOPTION OF THE 1967 BUILDING CODE - File 10-9 x 1-6
Chief Building Inspector Jack Coates discussed with the Council certain amendments to the code. The
Council directed the Chief Building Inspector to keep Section 1703 as it now reads, and to Section 2310
there be added "or other approved materials".
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to have the City Clerk read the
ordinance by ,t1t.le-o6ly.
Vote: all ayes.
City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar,-passing Charter Ordinance No. 902
to print.
An ordinance amending Title 12 of the San Rafael Municipal Code by amending Chapter 12.12 adopting the
1967 Edition of the Uniform Building Code, Volume I and the Secondary Code, Uniform Building Code
Standards 1967 Edition with certain changes, additions and deletions thereto: Adopting a new Chapter
12.14 that adopts by reference the Uniform Mechanical Code, 1967 Edition and also known as the Uniform
Building Code Volume II for the purpose to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health,
property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation,
quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, comfort cooling,
refrigeration systems, incinerators and other miscellaneous heat producing appliances with certain
changes, additions and deletions thereto, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 902 was read, introduced,
and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
May 6th, 1968 at 8:00 P.M. was set as the time for a public hearing on the proposed ordinance.
RE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 13-8
City Attorney, David Henary, Jr, had previously mailed to the Council what necessary amendments be madei
to Section 8.08 of our municipal code to raise the age of a minor from 18 to 21.
Deputy Police Chief Joe Brusatori addressed the Council and requested that the matter be carried over
to May 20th so that he could present the matter before the Association of Police Chbfs of Marin County
and get their opinion on the matter.
RE: HOUSING AUTHORITY - File 13-16
The Council discussed the requirements which would apply to recipients of the proposed leasing program
as suggested by the housing authority of the County of Marin. Councilman Baar suggested that there be
a residential requirement of five years and that an 80% priority be given to senior citizens, the re-
maining 20% to the younger households. City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed to ascertain if there
was a required percentage of vacancies before the _�;u ggested program could be instigated.
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RE: SAN PEDRO ROAD IMPROVEMENT PHASE II - File 4-13-14
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. informed the Council that Mr. Boswell had agreed for the exchange
of property under the conditions laid down by the Council at their meeting of March 18th, 1968 under
Item (g) of Items Held over for Future Consideration.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerl
to sign the agreement.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE AMENDMENT - File 1-6-41
Chief Building Inspector Jack Coates presented an ordinance amending a section of the code so as to permit
the fixing of electrical permit fees by resolution of the Council.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to pass Charter Ordinance No. 903
to print.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Section 12.20.030 of the San Rafael Municipal Code so ast
to permit the fixing of electrical permit fees by Resolution of the Council of the City of San Rafael,
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 903 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the follow
ing vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CITY OF RICHMOND - EAST BROTHERS ISLAND LIGHT STATION - File 9-5-R
City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the Council on a request from the City of Richmond for a resolu-
tion requesting the Coast Guard to retain the buildings that form the East Brothers Island Light Station.
This to be done for historical reasons. The Coast Guard has made known their intent to mechanize the
light and to remove the buildings. No action.
RE: GRANT DEED FROM COCA COLA BOTTLING COMPANY - File 2-2 Irwin Street
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. presented a deed from the Coca Cola Bottling Company of California
for a small parcel of land at the southeasterly corner of Irwin and Second Streets. The City Engineer
explained that the parcel would allow them to increase the curb return radius.
RESOLUTION NO. 3642 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY.
Vote: All ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR PERSONAL INJURIES - MRS. BARBARA MEISLIN - File 3-1
Claim of Barbara Meislin for personal injuries received when she fell in front of Macy's was presented iri.
the amount of $1,003.50.
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Baar, denying the claim and referred to
our insurance carrier. s
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - MRS. RAY S. MAGGARD - File 3-1
Claim of Mrs. Ray S. Maggard, 259 Center Street in th�amount of $60.00 for cleaning of rugs was presented.
Report from the,Public Works Department recommends thA claim be denied.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to deny the claim and referred to our
insurance carrier.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - MRS. RALPH BRISBIN - File 3-1
Claim of Mrs. Ralph Brisbin, 263 Center Street for sewer backup was presented; together with a report
from the Public Works Department.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to deny the claim and referred to
our insurance carrier.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE - FISH E CHIP SHOP - MONTECITO SHOPPING -CENTER - File 3-1
Claim from Ghirardo Enterprises, Inc. dba ''Fish & Chip Shop'' for damage caused by sewer backup on their
premises in the Montecito Shopping Center for an amount in excess of $6,000.00 was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, denying the claim and referred to our
insurance carrier.
Vote:all ayes.
RE: CIRCUS - File 9-10
Letter from the International Footprint Association requesting a permit for the James Bros. Circus to
perform on the large vacant area south of the fashion mall of the Northgate Shopping Center on Saturday,:
May 25th and Sunday, May 26th, 1968.
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By motion regularly made, seconded, and passed, permission was granted to hold the circus providing the
necessary bond and license fees be paid in accordance to the Municipal Code.
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Vote: all ayes.
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RE: APPEAL OF THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON UP68-31 - File 10-5
Letter 'From Edward G. Brown, Attorney at Law appealing the decision of the Planning Commission regarding
their decision in Case UP68-31 Sanitary Land Fill in behalf of the San Rafael Cayes Inc., was presented.'
i Date for a public hearing was set for April 15th, 1968.
RE: FREEWAYS AND STATE HIGHWAYS - File 11-16
Notice from the Division of Highways of a public meeting to be held in the Supervisors' Chambers at the
Marin County Civic Center at 10:00 a.m., April 5th, 1968 to discuss any additions or deletions to the
freeway, and express way system or to the State Highway system. City Manager, Dan Andersen and City En-
gineer Ely Caillouette, Jr. were directed to attend the meeting and represent the City of San Rafael.
1 RE: SAN RAFAEL CANAL - File 12-10
Letter from the California Marine Affairs Conference with recommendations for congressional appropria-
tion for the fiscal year 1969, urging the city to adopt a resolution supporting the recommendation and
to notify our Congressman.
RESOLUTION NO. 3643 - ACCEPTANCE OF MARINE AFFAIRS RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROPRIATIONS FOR CALIFORNIA
HARBORS AND CHANNELS.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: FIRE DEPARTMENT - File 9-3-31
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, authorizing the Fire Department
to purchase face masks for the fire department providing the funds are available in the present budget.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - CITY STREETS - File 11-8
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The Council discussed the storing of commercial vehicles on city streets.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Section 5.40.040 of the San Rafael Municipal Code so as
to prohibit the parking of vehicles upon any roadway for the principal purpose of advertising and amend -
1 ing Section 5.40.140 of the San Rafael Municipal Code so as to prohibit the parking of commercial
vehicles more than one hour on any public street except in certain instances, and numbering Charter Ordi-
nance No. 904 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: RAPID TRANSIT - File 12-13
Councilman Baar was delegated to attend the meeting of the Marin Transit - Golden Gate Bridge Tri -Partite
Transportation Committee meeting to be held at the Bridge District offices on April 12th, 1968.
RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS - File 8-14
Request of Andrew Snyder, Jr. Park and Recreation Director to transfer $3,947.00 from Budget Account
13-650 to Budget Account 112-602 was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilma7 Jensen, authorizing the transfer.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to place the following personnel
on the regular payroll:
(a) Thomas S. Watters, Groundsman, at the monthly salary of $488 (Range 9-A), Street Trees
and Parkways, commencing March 26th, 1968.
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to appoint James H. McCown as
Finance Officer at $1,000.00 per month effective April 16th, 1968.
Vote: all ayes.
The Following Items were Held Over:
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(a) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Underground Utilities - File 12-18
(c) Building Program - File 12-5 x 12-15
(d) Sale of Property, Fourth and Union Streets - File 2-7
(e) Highway 17 - File 11-16
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All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presente and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated April 1st, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated April 5th, 1968,',
a nd now on file in the Finance Off'ce to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1
Council adjourned to Monday, April 15th, 1968.
$ 26,572.79
263.41
1 , 190.73
1,320.67
21,496.66
1,525.91
183.23
11,320.10
599.29
$ 64,472.79
W. CLIFFOCD CORNWELL, City\\Clerk
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Approved this day of-0��19 6<
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, April 15th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A'. Miskimen, Councilman
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the minutes of April 1st, 1968, a true
and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 901 - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT CLARIFYING P -U -D DISTRICT - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 901 - Ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Section 14.50.090(a) of the San
Rafael Municipal Code so as to clarify the status of property in a P -U -D District, and numbering Charter
Ordinance No. 901 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote,
to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 903 - UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE AMENDMENT - File 1-6-1
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 903 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Section 12.20.030 of the San
Rafael Municipal Code so as to permit the fixing of electrical permit fees by Resolution of the Council
of the City of San Rafael, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 903 was =tYF,_*=FkFd
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Rafael by the following vote, to -wit: passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 904 - PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS CITY STREETS - File 11-8
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 904 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Section 5.40.040 of the San
Rafael Municipal Code so as to prohibit the parking of vehicles upon any roadway for the principal pur-
pose of advertising and amending Section 5.40.140 of the San Rafael Municipal Code so as to prohibit
the parking of commercial vehicles more than one hour on any public street except in certain instances,
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 904 was =; d�r;�k=_Fe6 Passed =:ffFhTt-4FT=tile 4= 7�
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lt�i=t: passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to-
wn.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION - COL. HARRY SHOUP, COMMANDER OF HAMILTON AIR FORCE BASE - File 102
RESOLUTION NO. 3644 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR COLONEL HARRY W. SHOUP.
Vote: all ayes.
Councilman Baar was delegated by the Council to make the presentation of the exemplified copy of the
resolution to Colonel Shoup.
RE: UNDERGROUND UTILITIES - File 12-18
An ordinance establishing regulation and procedures for the removal of overhead utility -facilities and
the installation of undergrounding was presented and discussed by the Council. It was recommended by
both the City Attorney and the Planning Commission that the alternative page 6 be used.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to pass Charter Ordinance No. 905 to
print using alternate page 6.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael establishing regulations and procedures for the removal of over-
head utility facilities and the installation of underground facilities in underground utility districts,
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 905 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the follow-
ing vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY - FRANCHISE BONDS - File 9-7-3
Letter from the Pacific Gas and Electric Company requesting the Council abandon the condition that a
$1,000.00 bond for each franchise condition be posted for faithful performance. Section 6301 of the
Public Utilities Code has been amended to make the filing of a bond discretionary with the City Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 3645 - RESOLUTION APPROVING CANCELLATION OF BOND OF PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY
EXECUTED IN CONSIDERATION OF THE GRANT BY THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL OF THE FRANCHISE
TO USE THE STREETS OF SAID CITY FOR THE PURPOSES SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NO. 550.
Vote: all ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 3648 ----------------see Page 337
RE: AN.IPIAL ORDINANCE - File 13-3
A letter from Mr. Benjmain D. Edger was presented requesting that the Council consider the passing of a
leash law. The Council was informed that the City of Novato was studying a leash law at the present
time. The Council's opinion was that the city should look into the matter seriously and await the ac-
tion taken by the City of Novato.
RE: AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY - File 9-5-A
Letter from Mrs. Rose Rzepelia, Poppy Chairman of the San Anselmo Unit of the American Legion Auxiliary
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requesting permission to sell red crepe poppies on the Annual Poppy Days May 24th and 25th was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to grant the request.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - MRS. FREDERICK AMSTUTZ - 9 EYE STREET, SAN RAFAEL - File 3-1
Claim of Mrs. Frederick Amstutz requesting reimbursement for the cost of the plumber to investigate a
sewer backup at the premises of 9 Eye Street in the amount of $10.00 was presented.
Motion was regularly made, seconded and passed to deny the claim and referred to the city's insurance
carrier.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND - File 9-6-Z3
A letter from the State Compensation informing the City they were returning the city $17,942.76 premium
for the policy year ending July 1st, 1967, and an additional $1,954.53 for the 1964 policy period, was
noted.
RE: SUMMARY OF ROAD AND STREET PROGRESS AND NEEDS - File 11-15
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. presented an estimate of road or street needs prepared in compliant
with Section 2156 of the Street and Highways Code.
RESOLUTION NO. 3646 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SUMMARY OF ROAD PROGRESS AND NEEDS.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CENSUS - File 9-14 x 4-10-41
Agreement with the State of California, Department of Finance for performing a current population censu
was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3647 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT (Department of
Finance)
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CITY -COUNTY PLANNING COMMITTEE - File 10-2
An invitation from the County for a representative from Sam Rafael to attend the meeting of the committee
was discussed by the Council. No action.
RE: SENATE BILL 425 - CONSTRUCT[ON OF STATURES - File 116 x 9-11-1
Letter from League of California Cities requesting the Council to support Senate Bill 425 which would
strenghten and clarify home rule.
Motion was regularly made, seconded and unanimously passed to support Senate Bill 425.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - File 11-8
Councilman Barbier recommended that parking be allowed on Lincoln Avenue in the tow -away zone from
4:00 to 6:00 on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays. Also a tow -away zone be established from 4:00 to
6:00 on either the north or south side of Third Street from Lincoln Avenue to Shaver Street.
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The matter was referred to the Traffic Committee.
RE: UNDERGROUND UTILITIES - File 12-18
City Planner, Herbert Hotchner gave a verbal report on the progess of the preparation of an underground
ordinance for subdivisions. Larry Biancalana of the Pacific Gas and Electric Company offered to co-
operate with Mr. Hotchner on its preparation,
RE: FREEWAYS AND STATE HIGHWAYS - File 11-16
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. illustrated by a map the proposed construction in the next phase
of Highway 101 from the north end of the present overpass; together with the revamping of the on and
off exits into San Rafael. The Council requested that the City Engineer contact the State Highway En-
gineers and request that an exit be constructed in the vicinity of the Villa Avenue on ramp.
RE: LEGAL ACTIONS AND COURT PROCEEDINGS (Involving City) - File - 3-2
City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell notified the Coumil that the City of San Rafael was included in a
Summons of a complaint in Eminent Domain Action against the William J. Purdy Company to acquire propert,
for the realignment of Pt. San Pedro Road. City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. informed the Council that
the City was only involved because of a tax lien. No action.
RE: APPEAL OF THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION - UP68-31 - File 10-5
April 15th, 1968 having been set as the time for a public hearing on the appeal of the above use permit
was not held because Edward G. Brown, attorney, for the San Rafael Cayes, Inc. had withdrawn the
appeal.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to place Larry D. James on the re-
gular payroll as Groundsman, at the monthly salary of $488 (Range 9, Step A), commencing April 8th,
1968.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: SENIOR CITIZEN AWARD - File 123
The Council discussed the nomination of a San Rafael Senior Citizen to compete in the county -wide com-
petition for the Senior Citizen Award. The name of Mae Zappetini and Pat Hetherton were suggested.
City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed to submit the civic accomplishment of each to the Council and
before the nomination deadline to poll the Council for their choice.
ITEMS TO BE HELD OVER
Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
Building Program - File 12-5 x 12-15
Sale of Property - 4th and Union - File 2-7
Highway 17 - File 11-16
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated April 15th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated April l9th, 1968,
and now on file in the Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND
$ 15,205.78
244.92
2,195.52
275.49
9,129.24
2,135.45
2,191.44
100.00
$ 31,477.84
W. CKFFQAD CORNWELL, C i tyXlerk
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Approved this _/day of 19
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
RESOLUTION NO. 3648 - RESOLUTION APPROVING CANCELLATION OF BOND OF PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC
COMPANY EXECUTED IN CONSIDERATION OF THE GRANT BY -THE CITY OF SAN
RAFAEL OF THE FRANCHISE TO USE THE STREETS OF SAID CITY FOR THE PURPOSES
SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NO. 551.
Vote: all ayes.
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In the Corm cil Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, May 6th, 1968 at 2:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present. C. Paul Bett i n i, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barb ier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen,,Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, the minutes of April 15th, 1968,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: YOUTH IN GOVERNME9 DAY - File 127
May 7th, 1968 having been declared Youth in Government Day numerous students from San Rafael and Terra
Linda High Schools being present, the Mayor gave a quick resume of the program for Tuesday, and wel-
comed them to the meeting of the Council.
RE: TRAFFIC SIGNS AND SAFETY DEVICES - File 11-I1
Mr. James E. Forkin, 250 Prospect Drive presented and read a petition requesting the placing of a sign
''Slow - Children at Play'' and also that the speed limit be cut to 15 miles per hour on Prospect Drive
between Vineyard and Grand Avenues.
The matter was referred to the Traffic Committee.
RE: RECREATION PROGRAM - File 8-5 x 9-3-65
Mr. George Burton addressed the Council regarding the recreation programs which are competing with pri-
vate enterprise and requested the council` to investigate. No action.
RE: SIGNS - File 125
Mrs. Clausen asked the council if it were necessary to have a permit to have a political sign on private
property. Mrs. Clausen was informed that it has been the policy of the city not to require a permit for
the erection of a political sign but expdcted either the candidate or the individual who erected the sic
to take them down after the election is over, r
RE: SAN RAFAEL CANAL - File 12-10
Mr. Ray Gallagher informed the Council that there had been no funds allocated for the dredging of the
canal in 1969, and requested the council take emergency measures as they see fit to try and obtain
budgeting for the dredging of the canal in 1969. Mr. Gene Huggins, Chief Technical Liason Officer from
the Corps of Engineers informed the Council that the money which had been proposed be put in the budget
had been deleted in Washington. Mr. James C. Wolfe, Assistant Chief Construction Operations Division
was also present. It was suggested that the council invite Congressman Mailliard to meet with the
Council and tour the canal and facilities so that he would get first hand in -Formation. Mrs. Marion E.
Otsea, Field Representative to Congressman Mailliard informed the council that it would be impossible
for the Congressman to meet with the Council until after the June primaries. The Council requested an
invitation be given to Congressman Mailliard to meet with the Council at his convenience.
RE: BUILDING CODE 1967 - ADOPTION - File 10-9 x 1-6
Public hearing was declared open. There being no one either appearing for or against, the hearing was
declared closed.
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 902 - An ordinance amending Title 12 of the San Rafael Municipal Code by amending
Chapter 12.12 adopting the 1967 Edition of the Uniform Building Code, Volume I and the Secondary Code,
Uniform Building Code Standards 1967 Edition with certain changes, additions and deletions thereto:
Adopting a new Chapter 12.14 that adopts by reference the Uniform Mechanical Code, 1967 Edition and alsc
known as the Uniform Building Code Volume II for the purpose to provide minimum standards to safeguard
life or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, constructior
installation, quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, comfort
cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators and other miscellaneous heat producing appliances with
certain changes, additions and deletions thereto, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 902 was passed anc
adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
PE: UNDERGROUND UTILITIES - File 12-18
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 905 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael establishing regulations and procedur
for the removal of overhead utility facilities and the installation of underground facilities in under-
ground utility districts, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 905 was passed and adopted as an ordinance
of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: DEPUTY CITY TREASURER - CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT AND OATH OF OFFICE - File 9-3-20 x 9-3-15
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to appoint James H. McCown as Deputy
City Treasurer with signature authority to act in the absence of the City Treasurer Angelina Soldavini.
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO. 156 - File 2-11
The Public Works Department presented a request from the Tanner Construction Company for the extension of
their encroachment permit for ninety (90) days. Permit will expire May 3rd, 1968.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to extend Permit No. 156 for
ninety (90) days.
Vote: all ayes. (Permit will expire August 1st, 1968)
RE: DRAINAGE EASEMENT - File 2-4
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. presented a grant deed for a twenty (201) drainage easement adjacent
to the east line of the Camgros property on Francisco Boulevard which is adjacent to the existing ditch
and will be used for access to construct a box Culver in the future and maintenance of the present ditch
area.
RESOLUTION NO. 3649 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF STORM SEWER EASEMENT. (Camgros & Fuel Company, Inc.,
a Corporation (Simon Camgros and Clemence Cerri)
Vote: all ayes.
RE: SEWER EASEMENTS - File 2-3
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. presented two grants of sanitary sewer easements from the Robert
McCarthy Company in Loch Lomond Unit Nine.
RESOLUTION NO. 3650 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF SEWER EASEMENT.
Vote: all ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 3651 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF SEWER EASEMENT.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: DRAINAGE EASEMENTS - File 2-4
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. presented two grants of storm drain easements from Robert McCarthy
Company in Loch Lomond Unit Nine.
RESOLUTION NO. 3652 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF STORM SEWER EASEMENT.
Vote: all ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 3653 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF STORM SEWER EASEMENT.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ADOPTION OF UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS - CITIES IN MARIN AND COUNTY OF MARIN - File 5-1
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. addressed the Council regarding the adoption of Uniform Construction
Standards in the Cities in Marin and County of Harin. The City Engineer explained the benefits to the
city and the county from adopting a uniform standard and requested $500.00 to cover the cost of the
drafting the new standards. H6wever, drafting will not start until all cities in the County and the
County of Marin have approved an authorized Funds for work.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the request.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: POINT SAN PEDRO ROAD - JOINT PROJECT PHASE II AND III - File 4-13-14
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. presented the plans and specifications as redesigned at the request
of the City Council of Phase II and III of the above referred to project. County Public Works Director,
Donald Frost described the various points of construction which had been redesigned to meet the require-
ments of the council.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to approve the plans and specifications
as presented.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES - File 9-8 x 1-6
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates presented a list of permit fees to be charged for the construction
of installation of electrical fixtures and informed the council that the fees were in line with the fees:
charged by other cities.
RESOLUTION NO. 3554 - RESOLUTION FIXING ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: DRAINAGE AND FLOOD CONTROL - File 12-9
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. presented the plans and specifications entitled "Improvement Plans,
Storm Water Drainage System, Glenwood Middle School", and informed the Council that he had checked the
plans and that the city was going to inspect the work.
RESOLUTION NO. 3655 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR STORM WATER PUMPING STATION AND
RELATED DRAINAGE FACILITIES GLENWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL.
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: CELEBRATIONS AND CREMONIES - File 104 x 125
Letter from Hugh Turner, President -General Manager of the Marin Broadcasting Company, Inc. for the ciosin
of "B" Street between Julia Street and Fifth Avenue during the ''Outdoor Sports and Boat Show" on May the
11th and 12th. Also a request from the Marin Sign Company to hang two double sided 25' street banners
for the show, one across Fifth Street and the other across "B" Street from the Bank of America Building
which would be hung May 10th, and taken down May 12th was presented.
Motion was made by CouncilmanJensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing both requests.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - MR. AND MRS, MORRIS MICHAELS - 202 MIRAMAR, SAN RAFAEL - File 3-1
Letter from Richard M. Hippard, Attorney at Law requesting the council to reconsider the property damage
claim of the above referred to individuals was presented. On advice of City Attorney, David Menary, Jr.,
the council took no action.
RE: REZONING - 1938 FIFTH AVENUE - R-1 to PUD -R2 - File 10-3
Appeal of the decision of the Planning Commission from David Newell and Mrs. S. M. Millar of the rezoning
of the Karl F. Untermann property of 1938 Fifth Avenue was presented.
Public hearing date set for July 1st, 1968.
RE: REZONING - MARIN CENTER, 4050 REDWOOD HIGHWAY - File 10-3
From: P -C (planned community) District, To: P -C (planned community) Districts, a change in uses allowed.
Initiated by owners, Bell, Braverman and Gonzalez;
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Public hearing,date set for May 20th, 1968.
RE: UNDERGROUNDING OF UTILITIES IN NEW SUBDIVISIONS - File 12-18
The Planning Commission recommended an amendment to the subdivision ordinance to require undergrounding
of utilities in new subdivisions.
Public hearing date set for May 20th, 1968.
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Definitions: renumbers definitions section; leaves all existing definitions unchanged; and adds four
definitions covering "Care Facilities".
Public hearing date set for May 20th, 1968.
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Care Facilities: Adds to each of the use zones provisions for "care facilities" and deletes obsolete
terminology that is replaced by new definitions.
Public hearing date set for May 20th, 1968.
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Miscellaneous: Increases from 1,000 to 1,500 minimum number of square feet per dwelling unit in R-3, R-3-1
and R-4; permits all uses listed in other zones in the "M" zone by use permit; and permits uncovered
porches, -landing places or outside stairways to project into rear yards.
Public hearing date set for May 20th, 1968.
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Temporary Permits: establishes capacity for staff to issue temporary permits over the counter under cer-
tain limited conditions.
Public hearing date set for May 20th, 1968.
RE: BUDGET - File 8-5
City Council discussed setting hearing dates from the various departments regarding their budget.
May 13th at 7:30 P.M. was set as the time to hear the Building and Planning Department on their budget.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, authorizing the placing of Michael
Ford on the regular payroll as a Fireman, commencing May 1st, 1968 at the monthly salary of $608.00,
Range l3a-A.
Vote: all ayes.
The following items were held over:
Business License Study and other Fees - File 1-2 x 9"710.
Building Program - File 12-5 x 12-15
Sale of Property - Fourth and Union - File 2-7
Highway 17 - File 11-16
Housing (Marin Housing Authority) - File 13-16
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All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as appears
from the Advice on Warrants dated May 6th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated May 3rd, 1968, and now on
file in the Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND
PARKS
LIBRARY FUND
SPECIAL RECREATION
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT
STORES FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND
RE: MEMORIAL - File 109
$ 25,710.85
393.95
2,017.o6
1,308.99
9,364.19
371.29
21.08
65,060.59
79,108.69
892. 17
$ 184,248.86
The Council adjourned in memory of Frederick J. Ruoff who had been a loyal and faithful employee of the
City since May 1st, 1928 and was separated by his death on April 29th, 1968.
Council adjourned to Monday, May 20th, 1968.
W. CL I VFORD CORNWELL, C i ly+ Clerk
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Approved this day of 1962
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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Pursuant to call, a special meeting of the City Council of the City of San Rafael
was held at 7:00 P.M. on May 13th, 1968, in the City Hall, San Rafael, California.
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
The Council considered the dismissal of a public employee, and after such considera-
tion the following motion was adopted.
The public employee involved was reinstated on the recommenda-
tion of his Doctor effective May 16th, 1968.,
The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 P.M.
W. CLIFVORD CORNWELL, City C1er
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Approved this l day of 19
MAYO OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, May 20th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
Absent: Louis H. Baar, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of May 6, 1968, a true
and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. REZONING - MARIN CENTER, 4050 REDWOOD HIGHWAY - File 10-3.
From: P -C (planned community) District, to: P -C (planned community) District, a change in uses
allowed. Initiated by owners, Bell, Braverman and Gonzalez.
The hearing was declared open. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner, briefed the Council on the proposed
rezoning. There being no one appearing either for or against, the hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, passing Charter Ordinance No. 907
to print.
An ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by
Section 14.12.020 of the Municipal Code of San Rafael, California, so as to reclassify certain real
property from A P -C (planned community) District to A P -C (planned community) District, and numbering
Charter Ordinance No. 907 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
b. UNDERGROUNDING OF UTILITIES IN NEW SUBDIVISIONS, Subdivision Ordinance, Amendment - File 10-3 x
5-1 x 12-18.
The hearing was declared open. The Council was briefed on the wording of the proposed ordinance.
There being no one appearing either for or against, the hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, passing Charter Ordinance No. 906
to print.
An ordinance amending Title 15, Chapter 15.08, by adding Section 15.08.050, defining ''ducts'' and amending
Title 15, Chapter 15.48, Section 15.48.020, by adding subparagraphs (m), (n), and (p), by requiring the
installation of street lights, utilities, and underground municipal ducts, and that all utilities be
underground, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 906 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print
by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
C. RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Definitions: Renumbers definitions section; leaving all existing definitions unchanged; and adds
four definitions covering ''Care Facilities''.
The public hearing was declared open. The Council was briefed on the proposed terminology in the
proposed ordinance.
Mr. L. Taylor addressed the Council and said that his group was satisfied with the terminology as shown
on exhibit A.
There being no one appearing against the rezoning, the hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, passing Charter Ordinance No. 908
to print.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning of the San Rafael Municipal Code by
amending Chapter 14.08 so as to permit a renumbering of the sections within the Chapter and adding
four definitions to the Chapter, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 908 was read, introduced, and
ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
d. RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Care Facilities: Adds to each of the use zones provisions for ''care facilities'' and deletes obsolete
terminology that is replaced by new definitions.
The public hearing was declared open. There being no one appearing either for or against, the public
hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, passing Charter Ordinance No. 909
to print.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the San Rafael Municipal Code by
permitting ''Major Medical Care Facilities'', ''Day Care Facilities'', ''Group Care Facilities'', and
''Family Care Facilities'' in certain zoning districts, and numbering Cla rter Ordinance No. 909 was read,
introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
e. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
Miscellaneous: Increased from 1,000 to 1,500 mind�mum number of square feet per dwelling unit in
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R-3, R -3-R and R-4 also permits all uses listed in other zones in the "M'' zone by use permit.
The hearing was declared open. The City Planner briefed the Council on the purpose and contents of the
proposed ordinance.
Mr. Steel Holman addressed the Council regarding the increasing of the square footage per dwelling unit
in R-3 and R-4 zones.
The hearing was declared closed. The matter of increasing the square footage per dwelling unit was
ordered struck from the proposed ordinance, and referred back to the Planning Commission.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, passing Charter Ordinance No. 910
to print.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning,of the San Rafael Municipal Code by
permitting additional uses with a use permit in the heavy commercial and manufacturing district; and
permitting open uncovered porches, landing places, or outside stairways to project into required rear
yards, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 910 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the
following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
f. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Temporary Permits: Establishes capacity for staff to issue temporary permits over the counter under
certain limited conditions.
The hearing was declared open. The City Planner, Herbert Hotchner, discussed with the Council the contents
of the proposed ordinance. There being no one appearing either for or against, the hearing was declared
closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, passing Charter Ordinance No. 911
to print.
.An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the San Rafael Municipal Code so
as to amend the title of Chapter 14.76 to read ''zoning, use, and temporary permits and so as to amend
Section 14.76.050 to prov1de for issuance of temporary permits, and to amend Section 14.76.060 to
conform, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 911 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print
by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
RE: RESURFACING OF VARIOUS STREETS - 41 PROJECT 2001 (2-68) - File 4-1-148
Public Works Director, Norris Rawles, presented the plans and specifications and called for bids for the
resurfacing of various streets.
RESOLUTION NO. 3656 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR
41 -PROJECT 2001 (2-68) RESURFACING OF VARIOUS STREETS
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
(Bid opening June 3rd, 1968)
RE: APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION BY LEONARDI PROPERTIES - File 10-7
Letter from Leonardi Properties, 717 Francisco Blvd., San Rafael, appealing the decision of the Planning`
Commission regarding architectural approval AA -68-40 was presented.
The date for the public hearing was set for June 3rd, 1968.
-RE: GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR DRAINAGE DITCH - File 2-4
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles, presented a deed for an easement for drainage adjacent to the
DeLong property on West Francisco Blvd.
RESOLUTION 3657 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF STORM SEWER EASEMENT
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT
Stan's for Sports, 3rd, and Grand Avenue. Application for an encroachment permit into 3rd. Street for
the over -hang of a new roof by Stan's for Sports, 3rd, and Grand Avenue, was presented.
Motions made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to grant encroachment permit No. 157
Vote: all ayes
RE: GRANT OF STREET AND HIGHWAY EASEMENT FROM NWPRR CO. - File 2-2
Grant of an easement to the city for street crossing over existing rail -road tracks at 2nd. and at Rice
Lane was discussed and held over for further investigation to June 3rd, meeting.
RE: FREEWAYS AND STATE HIGHWAYS - File 11-16
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles, presented an early preliminary plan for the proposed new
south -bound viaduct structure on Highway 101 in San Rafael.
No action.
RE: AGENDA - CONSENT CALENDER - File 1-4-2
Proposal of City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell, to adopt a resolution to establish an appropriate
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methodology for handling agenda items was discussed and carried over to June 3rd, meeting.
RE: PLUMBING CODE - File 1-6
An ordinance proposing the adopting of the 1967 Edition of the Uniform Building Code was presented
by Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates.
The motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to have the CLty Clerk
read the ordinance by title only.
Vote: all ayes
City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell, read the title of the proposed ordinance.
June 17th, at 8:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers in the City Hall was set as the date and time that the
City Council will hold a public hearing on the adoption of said ordinance.
RE: YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT DAY - File No. 127
Letter from Robert Hermann, the Mayor of Youth in Government Day, thanking the City for the time spent
? with the students in assisting them to observe democracy in action.
RE: SAN RAFAEL CANAL - File 12-10
Letter from Congressman William S. Mailliard regarding the invitation to tour the San Rafael Canal
facilities in conjunction with the dredging of the channel was noted.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the placing of
Otho E. Thomas on the regular payroll as a Groundsman, at the monthly salary of $488.00, range 9-A,
effective May 13th, 1968.
Vote: all ayes
RE: PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM - File 7-1-13
Finance Officer, -James H. Mc Cown, presented a review of the actur<ial survey made for the purpose of
amending our present contract with a report to the effect that the employees in an informal vote
had approved the discontinuance of the OASI Program.
The motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to adopt a resolution of
intention to amend the contract with the public employees retirement system.
Vote: all ayes
RE: UNDERGROUNDING SAN PEDRO ROAD THROUGH PHASES TWO AND THREE - File 12-18
Public Works Director, Norris Rawles, informed the Council that a public hearing should be held on
the undergrounding of the extension of the work on San Pedro Road and suggested to meet the time
limit that it should be set for the first of JulyON
Corrected
The Council set July 1st, at 8:00 P.M. in the Council's Chambers as the time and place for the
public hearing on the undergrounding and directed the City Clerk to notify all property owners
effected.
(Notices mailed out Friday, May 24th, 1968.)
RE: RECREATION PROGRAM - File 9-3-65
The Council discussed the question as to whether to delete any portion of the self-sustaining
programs from the forth coming recreation program for 1968 and 1969.
The motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Mayor Bettini, to carry on the same
program and to add golf and archery.
Ayes: Barbier and Bettini
Noe: Jensen
Absent: Baar, Miskimen
The Following Items Were Held Over;
(a) License Fees and Other Fees - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Building Program - File 12-5 x 12-15
(d) Sale of Property - Fourth and Union - File 2-7
(e) Highway 17 - File 11-16
(f) Misdemeanor Control - File 13-8
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated May 20th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated May 20th, 1968,
and now on file in the Finance Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 11,105.53
PARKS FUND 450.04
LIBRARY FUND 2,321.27
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SPECIAL RECREATION FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND
Council adjourned to Monday, June 3rd, 1968.
$ 159.56
4,002.82
102.59
12,233.01
660.55
$ 31,035.37
W. CLIFARD CORNWELL, City Clerk
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Approved this day of 1968
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
in the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, June 3rd, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
Louis H. Qaar, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of May 20th, 1968,
a true and correct copy .hereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved as
corrected.
Vote: all ayes
RE: RESURFACING OF VARIOUS STREETS - 41 PROJECT 2001 (2-68) File 4-1-143
The following bids were received, opened and read:
Brown Ely, San Rafael 21,516,25
Ghilotti Bros., Inc., San Rafael 22,283.75
E. A. Forde Co., Greenbrae 20,855.75
Wm. Mc. Lealon, Co., San Anselmo 22,409.75
RESOLUTION NO. 3658 - RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT (E.A. FORDE CO.)
Vote: all ayes
RE: APPEAL DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AA -63-40 BY LEONARDI PROPERTIES - File 10 -
The hearing was declared open. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner, by diagram illustrated the matter
being appealed and discussed several points with the Council. Mr. Harold Lezzini representing
Leorardi Properties presented arguments in favor of upholding the appeal and lie also answered questions
put to him by the Council. Mr. Tom O'Toole,.Planning Commissioner, also spoke on the matter. The
hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to uphold the decision of the
Planning Commission and deny the appeal.
Vote: all ayes
RE: GRANT OF STREET AND HIGHWAY EASEMENT FROM ITHPRR CO. - File 2-2
Grant of an easement to the city for street crossing over existing railroad tracks at Second Street
and Rice Lane was held over at the request of the Division of Highways.
RE: C.O. No. 906 - UNDERGROUNDING OF UTILITIES IN NEW SUBDIVISIONS, Subdivision Ordinance Amendment -
Final Adoption - File 10-3 x 5-1 x 12-18
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 906 - An ordinance amending Title 15, Chapter 15.08, by adding Section 15.08.050,
defining "ducts" and amending Title 15, Chapter 15.48, Section 15.48.020, by adding subparagraphs
(m), (n), and (p), by requiring the installation of street lights, utilities, and undergrounding
municipal ducts, and that all utilities be underground, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 906
was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
RE: C'.0. No. 907 - REZONING MARIN CENTER, 4050 REDWOOD HIGHWAY - Final Adoption - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 907 - An ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, California,
adopted by reference by Section 14.12.020,of the Municipal Code of San Rafael, California, so as to
reclassify certain real property from A P -C (planned community) District to A P -C (planned community)
District, and numbering Charter Ordinance No, 907 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City
of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: C.O. No. 908 - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - DEFINITIONS COVERING CARE FACILITIES - Final
Adoption - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 908 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the
San Rafael Municipal Code by amending Chapter 14.08 so as to permit a renumbering of the sections
within the Chapter and adding four definitions to the Chapter, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 908
was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
RE: C.O. No. 909 - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - Final Adoption - File 10-3
Adds each of the use:=zones provisions for Care Facilities, deleting obsolete terminology.
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 909 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the
San Rafael Municipal Code by permitting "Major Medical Care Facilities", "Day Care Facilities'',
"Group Care Facilities", and "Family Care Facilities" in certain zoning districts, and numbering
Charter Ordinance No. 909 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the
following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
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RE: C,O. No. 910 - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - Final Adoption - File 10-3
Miscellaneous: Permits additional uses with use permit in heavy commercial and manufacturing districts.',
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 910 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the
San Rafael Municipal Code by permitting additional uses with a use permit in the heavy commercial and
manufacturing district; and permitting open uncovered porches, landing places, or outside stairways to
project into required rear yards, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 910 was passed and adopted as an
ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes
RE: C.O. No. 911 - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - Final Adoption - File 10-3
Temporary permits: Allows staff to issue temporary permits under certain limited conditions.
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 911 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the
San Rafael Municipal Code so as to amend the title of Chapter 14.76 to read ''zoning, use, and temporary
permits'' and so as to amend Section 14.76.050 to provide for issuance of temporary permits, and to
amend Section 14.76.060 to conform, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 911 was passed and adopted as
an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to wit:
Vote: all ayes
RE: AGENDA - CONSENT CALENDAR - File 1-4-2
The methodology for handling agenda items was discussed by the Council and City Clerk, W. Clifford
Cornwell, was directed to prepare a Consent Calendar Agenda along with the regular agenda for the
meeting of June 17th.
RE: SAN RAFAEL PARK UNIT FOUR - File 5-1-190
Request from Perma Bi It Interprizes Co., to extend the completion date for street improvements in
San Rafael Park Unit Four for six months was presented.
RESOLUTION 3659 (extended to and including 6th, day of September, 1968) RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME FOR
THE COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENT WORK ''SAN RAFAEL PARK UNIT FOUR''
Vote: all ayes
RE: TELE-VUE SYSTEMS, INC„ - File 2-11 x 130 x 9-7-4
City Attorney, Dave Menary, Jr., addressed the Council regarding the extension of the time for Tele-
Vue Systems, Inc., to file certain documents as required by Section 22 of Charter Ordinance #890,
He, having returned them to Tele-Vue Systems, Inc., for certain corrections and recommended that the
time be extended thirty (30) days from this date.
RESOLUTION 3660 - RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME
Vote: all ayes
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS -- File 9-10
Application of George A. Williamson for a card room permit was presented. Deputy Chief, Joseph
Brusatori, requested it be carried over until June 17th., which would enable the police department
to receive reports from other agencies. It was so ordered.
RE: COUNTY OF MARIN COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY - File 9-_5-M
Letter from the County of Marin regarding a designation of community action agency under Section 210
(A of the Economic Opportunity Act) was noted.
RE: FREEWAYS AND STATE HIGHWAYS - File 11-16
Norris Rawles, Supervisor of Public Works, briefed the Council on the state highway proposed off ramp
into Irwin Street south of Second Street by a diagram. This would increase the off ramp lanes from
one to two.
Former Councilman, Dr. Charles Aby, addressed the Council regarding the traffic flow if this system
was used and was informed that Irwin Street would be a one way street carrying three lanes.
The motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, authorizing the Public Works
Department to notify the Division of Highways of the City of San Rafael's approval of the plans and
specifications for 101 widening and also the newly proposed off ramp.
Vote: all ayes
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - CITY STREETS - File 11-8
The Traffic Committee recommended that the NO PARKING 4PM to 6PM requirement be removed on Lincoln
Avenue (Second to Pacheco Street) on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Sunday only is excepted now.
RESOLUTION 3661 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING NO PARKING AREA DURING SPECIFIED HOURS
Vote: all ayes
RE: STOP SIGNS - File 11-9
A request that a four way stop be installed at Las Gallinas Avenue and Northgate Drive. The
existing traffic now stops at Northgate Drive.
Public Works Department recommends traffic signals be placed in the 1968-1969 Capital Improvement Budget.
RESOLUTION 3662 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTIONS AT WHICH A BOULEVARD STOP IS
REQUIRED
Vote: a 1 1 ayes
RE: REZON 114G - File 10-3
County assessor's parcel No. 178-240-15. From P -C to P -C. A change in uses allowed. Rezoning
is recommended by the Planning Commission. The date for public hearing was set for Jure 17th, 1968.
RE: CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY FOR PERSONAL INJURIES --File 3-1
A claim 6f John E. Oliver of 10 Corte de Sabla, Greenbrae, California, for reimbursement of doctor's
services and emergency hospital services resulting from a ripped finger on an unprotected barb on the
top of s cyclone fence.
The motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to deny the claim and refer it
to our insurance carrier for their recommendation.
Vote: all ayes
RE: APPEAL OF THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR USE PERMIT BY THE JUMPIN' BEAN RESTAURANTS,
INC. - File 10-5
Letter of appeal from the Jumpin' Bean Restaurant, Inc., was presented and June 17th, was set as the
date for a public hearing.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, authorizing the placement of
Terrance W. Lee on the regular payroll as a mechanic, commencing June 1, 1968, at the monthly
salary of $704.00
Vote: all ayes
RE: CPS RENEWAL CONTRACT - File 7-1
Notice from the CPS that the rates were to be raised for the employees benefit. Suggested date of
renewal was July 1st. The Council directed that a request be written to CPS allowing one month
for a study of the newly proposed rate.
RE: APPRECIATION AND THANKS - File 102
Letter from May Zappetini thanking the Council for selecting her the Senior Citizen of San Rafael for
1968 was read by City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell. She considered it a great honor that the
Council had bestowed upon her.
ITEMS TO BE HELD OVER
(a) License Fees and Other Fees - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Building Program - File 12-5 x 12-15
(d) Sale of Property - Fourth and Union - File 2-7
(e) Highway 17 - File 11-16
(f) Misdemeanor Control - File 13-8
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same
as appears from the Advice on Warrants dated June 3rd, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated June 5th, 1968,
and now on file in the finance Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL
FUND $
18,298.21
PARKS FUND
427.08
LIBRARY
FUND
361.03
SPECIAL
RECREATION FUND
907.50
EQUIPMENT
& REPLACEMENT FUND
38.69
STORES
FUND
16.54
CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND
80,830.46
PARKING
DISTRICT No. 1 FUND
330.27
TOTAL ALL FUNDS $
101,210.58
Council adjourned to Monday, June 17th, 1968
Budget Hearing Meeting, June 10th, in room 201
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W. CLIFFORD ttORNWELL, ty Cl '1-11<
Approved this la day of �e 1968
J 1
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, June 17th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the minutes of June 3rd, 1968, a
true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARINGS - PLUMBING CODE - File 1-6
The Public hearing was declared opened. Mr. Sam DeLisle connected with the Association of Plumbers of
Marin County addressed the Council, and concurred with the proposed plumbing code and amendments with
the exception of plastic pipe which was to be used as waste drains and vents. Mr. DeLisle presented
arguments against its use. Mr. Carl Brown of Associated Home Builders presented arguments for its use
stressing the fact that it cost less to install. Chief Building Inspector Jack Coates spoke on the matter
also and informed the Council that it was in the code, and people could use it as a minimum requirement.
Mr. 0. E. Dehnert, a member of the Board of Examiners and Appeals requested that the matter be referred
back to the appeal board for their recommendation. Mr. Bolling representing manufactures of plastic
pipe presented arguments for its use. The matter was referred to the Board of Examiners and Appeals for
their recommendation. The public hearing was continued to July 15th,1968.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING COUNTY ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 178-240-15 - File 10-3
The public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the council on the pro-
posed development and illustrated by drawings the location of various portions of a Holiday Motel com-
plex. There being no one either appearing for or agrainst, the hearing was declared closed.
An ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by
Section 14.20.020 of the Municipal Code of San Rafael, California, so as to reclassify certain real
property from a P -C (Planned Community) District to a P -C (Planned Community) District, and numbering
Charter Ordinance No. 91# was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -
wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR USE PERMIT BY THE JUMPIN'
BEAN RESTAURANT INC. - File 10-5
The public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the council on the matter
and with the assistance of City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. discussed the traffic flow and by diagram
illustrated the conflict of traffic caused by having an ingress and egress opening on both Second Street
and Grand Avenue. Mr. James Egide representing the Jumpin' Bean Restaurant, Inc. discussed the ingress
and egress problem with the council.
The hearing was closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to deny the appeal.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 9-10
Mr. Jeff Yarbrough, III addressed the Council asking permission to solicit subscriptions to the
magazine entitled "Pace" which would be for the benefit of the sing -out group. He was informed that
Charter Ordinance No -373 prohibits the entering of private property for soliciting, however, if they re-
ceived permission by telephone or otherwise to enter the premises, there would be no objections. Mr.
Yarbrough presented the council and other officials with a copy of the Pace Magazine.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 9-10
Application for a card room permit by George A. Williamson for the premises at 813 and 815 Fourth Street
was presented. Mr. Williamson addressed the Council and stated that the premises would be all under
one management. Deputy Chief, Joseph Brusatori addressed the council calling their attention to the re-
port he had submitted previously which requested that the request for a permit be denied.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to deny the permit.
Vote: all ayes.
The council requested City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. to prepare an amendment to the present ordinance
eliminating those premises that had permits but which were not operating as a card room.
RE: GRANT OF STREET AND HIGHWAY EASEMENT FROM NWPRR COMPANY - File 2-2
Grant of an easement to the city for street crossing over existing railroad tracks at Second Street and
Rice Lane was held over at the request of the Division of Highways.
RE: EMPLOYEE RULES AND REGULATIONS - File 7-2
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. briefed the council regarding the ordinance fixing the probationary
period of the employees of the City of San Rafael at one year. City Manager, Dan E. Andersen informed
the council that it was very important to have the probationary period as specified.
00:
An ordinance fixing the probationary period of employees of the City of San Rafael at one W ar, and
numbering Charter Ordinance No. 912 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following
vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: EMPLOYEE RULES AND REGULATIONS - File 7-2
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. briefed the council on the procedures necessary on the aopting of an
amendment to the rules and regulations.
RESOLUTION NO. 3663 -RESOLUTION FIXING THE TIME AND PLACE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDMENTS TO RESOLUTION
NO. 1696 ENTITLED "PERSONNEL SYSTEM RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF SAN
RAFAEL" AND FIXING THE POSTING OF SUCH AMENDMENT AND NOTICE THEREOF. (Resolution
sets the date for a public hearing for the 15th day of July, 1968.)
Vote: all ayes.
RE: FURNISHING ROAD MATERIALS - FISCAL YEAR 1968-69 - File 4-2-77
RESOLUTION NO. 3664 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
TO BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR FURNISHING ROAD MATERIALS JULY 1,
1968 to JUNE 30, 1969. (Bid Opening 2:00 P.M. July 1st, 1968)
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - Filell-8
The Council discussed the tow -away zone on Lincoln Avenue between Second and Pacheco Streets and the
existing parking limit during the hours when the tow -away zone is not in effect. It was referred to the
Traffic Committee for recommendation.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 9-10
Letter from Charles L. Convis, President of the Lions Club requesting that the City of San Rafael waive
the business license fee for the John Strong Circus which is being sponsored by the Lions Club. Per-
formance will be on September 17th, 1968 at the Montecito Shopping Center.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to waive the business license fee
of $125.00.
Vote: all ayes.
Note: Cash Bond of $500.00 for clean up and the inspection fee to the Humane Society of $25.00 was not
waived.
RE: PUBLIC WORKS - File 9-3-40 x 9-2-6
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. briefed the council on a proposed ordinance establishing the Department
of Public Works as being under the City Manager.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael establishing the Department of Public Works as being under the
City Manager, adding to the duties of the Supervisor of Public Works; and eliminating the right of the
Planning Commission to appoint, employ or contract with officers, employees or consultants, and number-
ing Charter Ordinance No. 913 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote,
torw i t:
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen andMayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: TRAFFIC SIGNALS - File 11-10
City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. illustrated by a diagram the proposed traffic signal system at the
intersection of Freitas Parkway and Northgate Drive in Terra Linda. The improvement and signalization
of this intersection is to be done in conjunction with the Holiday Inn complex. City to contribute
$3,000 towards cost.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, approving the plans and specifications
and appropriating $3,000 from the 1968-69 unallocated surplus.
Vote: all ayes,
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - APPEALS - File 10-3
Date for public hearing set for July lst, 1968. .
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - Filing - File 10-3
Date for public hearing set for July 1st, 1968.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing to place Tim
O'Donnell on regular payroll as Patrolman effective July 15th, 1968, Range 13a -A, at the monthly salary
of $608.00.
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: HOUSING - (MARIN HOUSING AUTHORITY) - Flle 13-16
Letter from the Marin County Housing Authority asking the permission of the Council to de -annex a small
parcel of land at Golden Hinde and Los Ranchitos, which is the site of a Aenior Citizens Housing Project.
Motion was made by Councih an Baar, seconded by Councilman Barbier, directing City Manager, Dan Andersen
to notify the Local Agency Formation Commission to proceed with the de -annexation of said parcel.
Vote: all ayes.
Items to be held over:
(a) License fees and other fees - File 1-2 x9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Building Program - File 12-5 x 12-15
(d) Sale of Property - Fourth and Union - File 2-7
(e) Highway 17 - File 11-16
(f) Misdemeanor Control - File 13-8
RE: COMMENDATIONS - File 102
Councilman Baar spoke about the aerial photos the city had received as a gift from Mr. R. L. Hibbett.
The Council directed City Manager, Dan Andersen to write a letter of thanks.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated June 17th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated June 20th, 1968,
and now on file in the Finance Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO ONE FUND
Council adjourned.
$ 27,339.98
380.60
1,511.24
1,204.42
9,175.58
3,572.03
561.29
1,825.11
40,147.90
S 85,718.15
Budget hearing Monday, June 24th (@ 7;30 P.M. adjourned to July,. Isth, 1968.
CL FFORD CORNWELL, ity Clerk
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Approved this day of 19�.
MAYOR OF THE CITY Or SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, July 1st, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of June 17th, 1968,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - UNDERGROUNDING SAN PEDRO ROAD THROUGH PHASES TWO AND THREE - File 12-18
The hearing was declared opened. Mrs. Elsie Interioni of 319 San Pedro Road addressed the council re-
garding the hearing and was informed thatthis hearing was for residents of the City of San Rafael only.
Mrs. Interoini being outside the city limits. Mrs. Mary Golyn, 105 Summity Avenue and Mrs. Bernice
Pelky of 306 Point San Pedro Road asked questions to the council regarding the undergrounding. Mr.
Larry Biancalana of the Pacific Gas and Electric Company informed Mrs. Golyn and Mrs. Pelky what was
necessary to connect to the undergrounding box and the amount of cable furnished free of charge by the
Pacific Gas and Electric Company. The hearing was declared closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 3665 - ESTABLISHING UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
Vote: all ayes.
Note: Connection date set for January 1st, 1969 to correspond with the date already set by the County
of Marin.
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - APPEALS - File 10-3
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the council on the contents
of the proposed ordinance. There being no one appearing either for or against, the hearing was de-
clared closed.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the San Rafael Municipal Code so
as to change the Title of Chapter 14.84 to read ''Appeals'' add Section 14.84.012 providing for appeals
to the Planning Commission; revise 14.84.020 and add 14.84.022 dealing with appeals to the City Council;
and repeal Sections 14.76.050 and 14.80.050, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 915 was read, in-
troduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - FILING - File 10-3
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the council on the contents
of the proposed ordinance. There being no one appearing either for or against, the hearing was de-
clared closed.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the San Rafael Municipal Code by
stating grounds and the authority for refusal to file and process an application, and numbering Charter
Ordinance No. 916 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: REZONING - 1938 FIFTH AVENUE FROM R-1 AND R-2 TO PUD R-2 (PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT) INITIATED BY
KARL F. UNTERMANN - File 10-3
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the Council and by a dia-
gram explained the proposed rezoning and proposed unit development. Mr. David Newell of 133 Center
Street presented a written statement to the council and read the document which was against the rezon-
ing. Others who spoke against the rezoning were Edward Bode, -Jim Madden, Mr. Godfrey, Robert Blake,
W. V. NOtor, Louis Leonardi, Mr. Crawford, Diana Maggard, Santo Tringali, Richard Dell and Elizabeth
Millar. Mr. Albert Bagshaw, attorney for the Untermann's presented arguments for the rezoning and the
establishing of the PUD District. Also speaking for the rezoning was Stanley Dettmer, Vincent Yoder,
Mrs. Davenport, Louis Hover. Numerous letters both for and against were presented as was a petition
signed by approximately 136 people. The hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to deny the rezoning as requested.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: M i sk i men
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ANIMALS - HORSES - File 13-3
Mr. Edward Wachsman, 50 Palm Avenue addressed the council stating that the permit for the keeping of
the horses on his premises which is about an acre and a half was issuedon November of 1967, and re-
ceived a notice 6/28/68 revoking the license and giving him ten days to remove the animals and abate
the nuisance. Mr. Wachsman felt that he should have been given prior notice to the revoking of the
license in the hope that he could abate any nuisance. City Manager, Dan Andersen stated the reasons
the permit had been revoked.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, granting thirty (30) days reprieve
or the meeting of August 5th.
Vote: a 1 1 ayes.
City Manager, Dan Andersen was requested to further investigate the matter.
RE: FURNISHING ROAD MATERIALS - FISCAL YEAR 1968-69 - File 4-2-77
Report of the bid opening at 2:00 o'clock, July 1st, 1968 was presented to the council.
RESOLUTION NO. 3666 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS FOR FURNISHING ROAD MATERIALS FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR 1968-69.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PUBLIC WORKS - File 9-3-40 x 9-2-6
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 913 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael establishing the Department of Pub-
lic Works as being under the City Manager, adding to the duties of the Supervisor of Public Works; and
eliminating the right of the Planning Commission to appoint, employ or contract with officers, employees
or consultants, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 913 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the
City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE - COUNTY ASSESSOR'S PARCEL 178-240-15 - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 914 - An ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, Califom ia,
adopted by reference by Section 14.20.020 of the Municipal Code of San Rafael, California, so as to
reclassify certain real property from a P -C (Planned Community) District to a P -C (Planned Community)
District, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 914 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of
San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: GRANT OF STREET AND HIGHWAY EASEMENT FROM NWPRR COMPANY - File 2-2
T'ie above matter was tabled.
RE: PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES - File 1:2-15
City Manager, Dan Andersen briefed the council on a proposed resolution which would encourage the
creation of a non-profit corporation for the purpose of assisting the City of San Rafael in financing
a Municipal Golf Course and Heliport. Dan Coleman, Engineer, illustrated by a diagram the location of
the proposed facility. Mr. Jack K. Dooling from the law firm Dooling, Kelly and Moiseff described the
formation of a non=profit organization and its operation. Mr. William H. Sherman of Sherman and
Associates, golf consultant discussed a feasibility study. Mr. McPhee of Schwabacher and Rafferty,
Financing Consultants described the financing of the above proposed golf course.
RESOLUTION NO. 3667 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ENCOURAGING CREATION OF A MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen andMayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: APPRAISAL OF CITY -OWNED PROPERTY - FOURTH AND UNION STREETS - File 2-7
The Council discussed the future of the property at Fourth and Union Streets.
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, to appoint an appraiser to obtain up-to-date value of the par-
cel.
The motion failed for the lack of a second.
RE: MASTER DRAINAGE STUDY, PORTION OF EAST SAN RAFAEL - File 12-9_ y 21-3 — (.o
Carlos E. Gonzalez, Civil Engineers, Inc. presented Master Drainage Study.
Public hearing was set for July 15th, 1968.
RE: CALIFORNIA PHYSICIANS' SERVICE - RENEWAL OF CONTRACT - File 7-1
The council discussed the raise in rates which had been caused by the bad experience of the past year.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to renew the contract.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 9-10
A prop6sed ordinance for the Mandatory Denial of Applications for Card Room permits was presented.
An ordinance requiring Mandatory Denial of Applications for Card Room Permits, and numbering Charter
Ordinance No. 917 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: HEALTH AND WELFARE - File 13-13
A proposed ordinance amending the municipal code so as to add thereto a chapter concerning concealed
weapons was presented.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending the San Rafael Municipal Code so as to add thereto a
chapter concerning concealed weapons, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 918 was read, introduced, and
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ordered passed to print by the fol -lowing vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: GLENWOOD FOREST UNIT 2 - File 5-1-195
Request for the extension of time for the completion of improvements was presented by the Director of
Public Works.
RESOLUTION NO. 3668 - RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME FOR THE COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENT WORK ''GLENWOOD FOREST
UNIT TWO''
Vote: a 1 1 ayes.
(Time extended to and including the 17th day of October, 1968)
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - CITY STREETS - File 11-8
The Traffic Committee reported on the parking on Third Street from Cijos to Shaver Street - on the south
side - be eliminated from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Traffic Committee recommended against this.
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles recommended a proposed sign be erected on Lincoln Avenue from
Second Street to Pacheco Street which would restrict parking between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. to either
one or two hours except Sunay. Tow -A -Way zones between 4:00 and 6:00 P.M. excepting Saturdays, Sundays
and Holidays to remain. The council unanimoLs ly approved the sign.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT - WILLIAM BIGGS, 55 CONVENT COURT - File 2-11
An encroachment permit application to construct a brick wall - five feet into the street right-of-way, two
feet behind curb in the vicinity of 55 Convent Court was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to grant Encroachment Permit No.
158.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT - APPLICANT, ROBERT GRADY, 80 DODIE STREET - File 2-11
An encroachment permit application to construct a 6' high cyclone fence behind sidewalk, 2.5 feet into
right-of-way was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to grant Encroachment Permit No. 159.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: APPEAL DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (UP 68-60 - EDWARD K. WACHSMAN - File 10-5
Date for a public hearing was set for July 15th, 1968.
RE: WEAPONS - File 13-13
Letter from the Marin Rod and Gun Club, Inc. and also from the Irate Taxpayers of Marin requesting that
no gun restrictions be enacted by the Council at this time was presented. Photostatic copies of a
petition circulated within the City of San Rafael requesting action on the controlling of firearms was
noted,
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - GEORGE M. IRVINE AND VIVIAN M. IRVINE - File 3-1
Claim of George M. and Vivian M. Irvine for damages against the City ;in the sum of $55,000.00 for
negligence and carelessness in the construction of a residence was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, denying the claim and referred to
our insurance carrier.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PLANNING DEPARTMENT - File 9-3-17
The Council discussed the derogatory remarks made to the San Rafael Planning Department by Supervisor
Behr. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner was authorized to attend the Board of Supervisors meetingand reply
to those remarks. Mr. Hotchner was authorized to use his own judgment.
RE: HEALTH AND WELFARE - File 13-1
City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed to request the Board of Supervisors that a position on the Economic
Opportunity Council be held open for appointment by the City of San Rafael on July 15th, 1968.
Items Held over:
a. License Fees and other fees - File 1-2 x9-10
b. Busincess License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
c. Building Program - File 12-5 x 12-15
d. Highway 17 - File 11-16
e. Misdemeanor Control - Fite 13-8
'j -d
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated July 1st, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated July 5th, 1968, and
now on file in the Finance Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES FUND
PARKING DISTRICT' -NO. 1 FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
Council adjourned to Monday, July 15th, 1968.
$ 31,672.14
450.52
350.49
883.79
21,201.98
289.39
500.00
339.80
25,284.99
$ 80,973.10
W. CLIFFORd CORNWELL, City lerk
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Approved this � /' day of
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAW RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, July 15th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of July 1st, 1968, a
true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - PLUMBING CODE - File 1-6
Public hearing was declared opened. Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates briefed the council on the
action of the Board of Examiners and Appeals. The above matter having been referred to them at the
meeting of June 17th. The decision of the Board of Examiners and Appeals was that plastic pipe be
eliminated as waste drains and vents but could be used for sprinkler systems and around swimming pools.
Mr. Sam DeLisle reported on the action of other boards and appeals. The hearing was declared closed.
The proposed ordinance was referred to Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates to rewrite the section on
plastic pipe to coincide with the decision of the Board of Examiners and Appeals. Ordinance to be pre-
sented on August 19th, 1968.
RE: APPEAL DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON USE PERMIT 68-60, APPELLANT EDWARD K. WACHSMAN -
File 10-5
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the Council on the Planning
Commission's action and presented a diagram showing the proposed location of the fence that Mr. Wachsman
proposed to build. Mr. Wachsman illustrated by a diagram on the blackboard the proposed fence and pre-
sented his reasons for constructing same. Two letters from residents of Palm Avenue requesting that the
decision of the Planning Commission be upheld were presented. The hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to deny the appeal and uphold the
action of the Planning Commission.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: MASTER DRAINAGE STUDY OF EAST SAN RAFAEL - File 12-9'3"3
Public hearing was declared opened and continued to August 5th, 1968 so that the property owners could
be properly notified of the public hearing.
RE: EMPLOYEE RULES AND REGULATIONS - File 7-2
Public hearing was declared opened. Administrative Assistant, Virginia Congdon briefed the Council on
the formalties regarding the public hearing. The hearing was declared closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 3669 - A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1696 ENTITLED ''PERSONNEL SYSTEM RULES AND
REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL''.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: EMPLOYEE RULES AND REGULATIONS - File 7-2
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 9112 - An ordinance fixing the probationary period of employees of the City of San
Rafael at one year, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 912 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of
the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: a 1 1 ayes.
RE: STREET SWEEPING - File 11-6.1
Mr. Orland Conti addressed the council regarding street sweeping on the outlying area. The matter was
referred to the City Manager to be resolved.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 9-10
Jeff Yarbrough, Public Relations Director for Sing -Out Marin asked the Council why the Independent
Journal could solicit subscriptions, and they were not allowed to solicit magazine subscriptions. Mayor
Bettiniexplained our ordinance which covers soliciting. Mr. Yarbrough presented the council and
officials with tickets for the Sing -Out Marin to be held in the near future.
RE: ORDINANCE NO. 915 - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - APPEALS - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 915 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning, of the San
Rafael Municipal Code so as to change the Title of Chapter 14.84 to read ''Appeals'' add Section 14.84.012
providing for appeals to the City Council; and repeal Sections 14.76.050 and 14.80.050, and numbering
Charter Ordinance No. 915 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the follow-
ing vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ORDINANCE NO. 916 - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - FILING - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 916 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, zoning,of the San
Rafael Municipal Code by stating grounds and the authority for refusal to file and process an application,
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 916 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael
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by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: a 1 1 ayes.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - MANDATORY DENIAL OF CARD ROOM PERMITS - File
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 917 - An ordinance requiring Mandatory Denial of Applications for Card Room
Permits, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 917 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of
San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ORDINANCE NO. 918 -WEAPONS - File 13-13
CHARTER ORDINANCE N0. 918 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending the San Rafael Municipal
Code so as to add thereto a chapter concerning concealed weapons, and numbering Charter Ordinance No.
918 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit;
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL - File 13-1
The Council discussed the appointment of a citizen of San Rafael as a member of the Marin County
Economic Opportunity Council.
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to appoint Paul K. McMullen,
248 Knight Drive, San Rafael as a member of the Council.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 9-10
Application of Foley and Burk Combined Shows request to present show July 31st through August 4th at
DuBois and Irwin Streets was presented.
Lt. Raymond Bleasdale of the Police Department reported on crime which seems to follow this type of
show and horse racing.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, denying their application for a
permit.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: GLENWOOD FOREST UNIT TWO - ABANDONMENT OF 3 FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT ADJACENT TO LOT
NO. 11 - File 5=1-0A,/96_
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles briefed the council on the abandonment of a 3 foot wide Public
Utility Easement which is no longer needed and by error was built over.
RESOLUTION NO. 3670 - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO VACATE VARIOUS EASEMENTS.
Vote: all ayes.
Public hearing was set for August 5th, 1968.
RE: LAS COLINDAS UNIT NINE - ABANDONMENT OF A 3 FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT ADJACENT TO LOT NO.
10. - File 5-1-153 x 2-12
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles briefed the council on the reason for abandonment. Structure
being built into easement.
RESOLUTION NO. 3671 RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO VACATE VARIOUS EASEMENTS.
Vote: all ayes.
Public hearing was set for August 5th, 1968.
RE: RELOCATION OF SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM HIGHWAY "101" WIDENING - File 4-1-149
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles briefed the council on the reason for the relocation of the
existing sewer and informed the council that the cost will be reimbursable by the State. Approximate
cost was $45,000.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 3672 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR
RELOCATION OF SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM HIGHWAY "101" WIDENING PROJECT Vicinity of
Clyde Avenue, Clinton Street and Tamalpais Avenue.
Vote: all ayes.
Bid Opening August 5th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
RE: ENCROACHMENT ON CITY LANDS - File 2-11
Applicant: Lowell R. Marshall, 124 Glen Park Avenue, San Rafael.
Application for an encroachment permit to construct P.C.C. retaining wall near face of existing cut -
bank. Encroachment: 9' into right-of-way by 3' high by 50' long.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, authorizing Encroachment Permit No.
16o.
Vote: all ayes.
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Applicant: Dr. Gilbert V. Oliver, 44 Dorian Way, San Rafael.
Application for an encroachment permit to construct P.C.C. retaining wall and wood railing for ramp to
carport. Emcroachment: 3' into right-of-way by 14' in length.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, authorizing Encroachment Permit
No. 161.
Vote:all ayes.
Applicant: Sharrod Hixon, 85 Bret Harte Road, San Rafael
Application for an encroachment permit to construct 8" P.C.C. block retaining wall to support driveway
ramp to carport Encroachment: 6' into right-of-way by 30' in length.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing Encroachment Permit
No. 162.
RE: GLENWOOD FOREST UNIT 2 - File 5-1- r
Request from the Marin Municipal Water District to encroach on the one foot non -access strip at end of
McNear Drive to construct an access road for the construction of a new water tank to serve the above
mentioned subdivision was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, granting the Marin Municipal Water
District permission to encroach on the one foot non -access strip for the construction of the access road.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PRELIMINARY BUDGET - File 8-5
The council having reviewed the preliminary budget for the fiscal year 1968-69, a motion was made by
Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to adopt said preliminary budget.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: APPEAL DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION - V68-11 - File 10-4
Letter from James A. Drummond appealing the decision of the Planning Commission was presented.
Date for public hearing was set for August 5th, 1968.
RE: APPEAL DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION - UP68-47 - File 10-5
Letter from Harry Heifetz appealing the decision of the Planning Commission that portion of UP 68-47 en-
titled C-3 Amendment.
Date for public hearing was set for August 5th, 1968.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - INDUSTRIAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY - File 3-1
Claim of the Industrial Insurance Company to recover damages paid to Anthony Rebottaro for personal in-
juries was presented.
Motion was regularly made, seconded and passed, denying the claim and referred to our insurance carrier.
RE: CLAIM FOR PERSONAL INJURIES (ANTHONY REBOTTARO) 1304 BERRYDALE DRIVE, PETALUMA, CALIF. - File 3-1
The claim of the above individual for personal injuries incurred at 38 Alexander Avenue in the amount of
$50,000.00 was presented.
By motion regularly made, seconded and passed, the claim was denied and referred to our insurance
carrier.
RE: BUILDING PROGRAM - File 12-5 x 12-15
The property at the corner of Fourth and Union Street was discussed, and Councilman Baar reported that
former Councilman Charles W. Aby was no longer interested in constructing low cost housing on the prop-
erty.
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Jensen, authorizing the City Manager to
hire an appraiser to appraise said property.
Vote: all ayes.
Councilman Baar and Councilman Barbier were appointed by the Mayor as a committee to investigate the
acquiring of either State or Federal Funds for the proposed building program and to investigate the ac-
quisition of properties adjacent to Albert Field for the proposed recreation center.
RE: REPORT OF FIRE COMMISSION - File 9-2-5
Councilman Barbier presented a report which enumerated the days that a Engine Company was absent at
Headquarters for training period. Councilman Baar suggested that the recommendations of the Fire Chief
be followed, and it was so ordered.
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RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the placing of the
following employees on the regular payroll:
(a) Evelyn E. Wright as Tupist Clerk 1 in the Police Department at $380.00 plus $25.00
Matron pay per month commencing July 16, 1968.
(b) Joan E. Henriksen as Secretary in the City Manager's Office at $464.00 per month
commencing July 22, 1968.
(c) Jesse R. Wiles as Radio Telephone Operator in the Police Department at $512.00 per
month commencing July 16, 1968.
Items to be held over:
(a) License fees and other fees - File 1-2 x9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Highway 17 - File 11-16
Budget hearing on salaries and pension plan, Wednesday, 7:30 P.M. July 17th, 1968.
All calims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated July 15th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated July 19th,
1968, and now on file in the Finance Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
CLAIMS GENERAL FUND $ 18,760.91
PARKS FUND 222.09
LIBRARY FUND 2,129.86
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND 1,118.47
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT FUND 9,188.58
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 1,076.09
STORES FUND 736.94
GAS TAX FUND 47,854.19
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 74.11
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND 600.00
FRANCISCO BLVD. ASSESSMENT FUND 19,368.95
$ 101,130.19
PAYROLL: GENERAL FUND 69,757.82
PARKS FUND 3,202.00
LIBRARY FUND 3,246.13
$ 76,205.95
Council adjourned.
W. CLIFFO16 CORNWELL, City Cler'ke.
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, August 5th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: Louis H. Baar, Vice -President
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Absent: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, the minutes of July 15th, 1968,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS - RELOCATION OF SANITARY SEWER HIGHWAY "101" WIDENING - File 4-1-149
The following bids were received, opened and read:
Soiland Inc. P.O. Box 14, Novato $ 30,996.30
Vukasin & Rigisich 3344 Mt. Diable Blvd. Lafayette 29,839.00
V. Maggiora & Sons 1912 Redwood, Corte Madera 41,057.00
RESOLUTION NO. 3673 - RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT (V. N. Vukasin and Slavo Rigisich)
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
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RE: MANUEf-T. FREITAS PARK - File 2-1-0
Judge Carlos R. Freitas addressed the council in behalf of the Manuel T. Freitas estate and presented to
Acting Mayor Baar a deed for 7/8 of an area of 3.087 and informed the council that according to law
the 1/8 interest which is held by the estate of Marie Freitas Crane must be purchased for the fair
market value. Acting Mayor Baar accepted the deed. The proposed park to be known as "The Manuel T.
Freitas Park" and that it would be maintained in perpetuity a park.
RESOLUTION NO. 3674 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DEED
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: LAS COLINDAS UNIT NINE - ABANDONMENT OF A 3 FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT ADJACENT TO LOT NO.
10 - File 5-1-153 x 2-12
Public hearing was declared opened. Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles briefed the council on the
proposed abandonment of the public utility easement. There being no one appearing either for or against,
the hearing was declared closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 3675 - RESOLUTION ORDERING CLOSING, ABANDONING AND VACATING VARIOUS EASEMENTS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: GLENWOOD FOREST UNIT TWO - ABANDONMENT OF 3 FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT ADJACENT TO LOT NO.
11 - File 5-1-L'Or x 2-12
Public hearing was declared opened. Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles briefed the council on the
abandonment of the public utility easement adjacent to said lot. There being no one appearing either
for or against, the hearing was declared closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 3676 - RESOLUTION ORDERING CLOSING, ABANDONING AND VACATING VARIOUS EASEMENTS,
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: HOUSING - File 13-16
Mrs. Farrel Schell, President of the League of Women Voters of Central Marin addressed the council re-
garding the merits of a leased housing program and urged that it be cplaced on the agenda for considera-
tion at the earliest possible time. The council informed Mrs. Schell that a report would be forthcoming
from the City Manager's office, and would be placed on the agenda sometime in September.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING ON THE MASTER DRAINAGE STUDY OF EAST SAN RAFAEL - File 12-9_'/,
Public hearing was declared opened. Lee Overcamper of the firm of Carlos Gonzalez, Civil Engineers
briefed the council by a diagram the proposed drainage system, and estimated that if an assessment dis-
trict were formed, the cost would be $800,000.00 plus. The council discussed with Mr. Gonzalez the en-
gineering features of the proposed drainage system. City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. addressed the
council and agreed that the master plan was feasible. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner spoke regarding whit
the effects of the master plan wou"': have on t' -..e Planning Commission's future action on permits. Mr. Joe
Filippo, Mario Ghilotti, Lee Ceccotti and Dino Ghilotti stated that they thought the plan was alright,
but were against any formation of an assessment district to implement the plan. Mr. Barney Norwitt and
Mr. Schaal, attorney, representing the interest of Harry Heifetz spoke in favor of the proposed master
plan.
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Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to close the hearing and to post-
pone any action until the adjourned regular meeting to be held on Monday, August 26th, 1968.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: APPEAL DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION - V 68-11 - JAMES A. DRUMMOND - File 10-4
Public hearing was declared opened. Mr. James Drummond addressed the council and briefed them on the
construction of the structure in question, and presented photographs illustrating same. Letters approv-
ing the structure from Mr. and Mrs. Ben F. Young, 571 Tamarack Drive, Mary Clark, 551 Tamarack Drive,
Mr. A. G. Clementz, 973 Las Pavadas, J. Scott Waterman, 562 Tamarack Drive, and Mr. and Mrs. H. S.
Sutherland, 568 Tamarack Drive were presented by the City Clerk and noted by the Council. Mr. Clementz
addressed the council supporting Mr. Drummond's appeal.
The hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to uphold the appeal and deny the
decision of the Planning Commission.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier and Jensen
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: APPEAL DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION THAT PORTION OF UP 68-47 ENTITLED C-3 AMENDMENT BY HARRY
HEIFETZ - File 10-5
Mr. Irving Bartel appealed the decision. Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert
Hotchner briefed the council on the conditions entitled C-3 as proposed by the Planning Commission, and
reviewed the agreement as proposed by the attorney of Ghilotti and Maggiora, Mr. Harold Lerner, and the
covenant to run with land as prepared by City Attorney, David Menary,Jr. Mr. Thornes Schaal, attorney
for Mr. Heifetz addressed the council on the proposed covenant. Mr. Barney Norwitt spoke against Up 69-
47-6. The hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, that UP 68-47-b be granted for a
period of six months to operate under the conditions as set forth by the Planning Commission at their
meeting held July 9th, 1968, and recorded on Page 4 of the minutes of said meeting under UP 68-47-b, and
on file in the office of the City Planner.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: ANIMALS - PERMIT FOR KEEPING OF HORSES - EDWARD WACHSMAN - 50 PALM AVENUE - File 13-3
Mr. Joseph Dahlman, attorney, representing Mr. Wachsman spoke regarding the existing conditions and ex-
pressed his opinion that according to the Charter, the decision of the Health Officer was final. City
Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell read letters from Donna Huckins, Howard E. Baldwin, John,J. Loughran, and
Jack Hadley which were against the stabling of the horses in their present position.' Mr. Huckins, Mr.
Baldwin, and Dr. Dufficy spoke against the existing conditions. Mrs. Jacobsen and Mrs. Gill spoke in
favor of retaining horses in the neighborhood. City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed to arrange a
meeting with Health Officer, Dr. Hund and people interested in the matter at the location to determine
if some solution could be worked out.
RE: OASI AGREEMENT - File 7-1-1
A resolution requesting the termination of Social Security Contract between the City of San Rafael and
the State of California was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3677 - RESOLUTION REQUESTING TERMINATION OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY (OLD -AGE, SURVIVORS,
DISABILITY, AND HEALTH INSURANCE) AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AND
THE STATE OF CALIFORNOA.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
(Effective date of termination - September 30th, 1970)
RE: PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM - File 7-1-3, 7-1-4, 7-1-5, 7-1-7
A resolution of intention to amend our present contract with the Public Employees' Retirement System for
the miscellaneous employees to go from a 1/40-1/70 to a 1/90-1/60 benefits with 1957 survivors benefits
and for the safety employees a modified one-half pay with 1957 survivor benefits instead of the 14%
which is in effect at the present time was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3678 - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF
ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
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RE: SALARY AND WAGES - File 7-3
Resolution establishing the duties of employees and fixing the compensation, and working conditions
thereof and amending Resolution No. 3593 was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3679 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN OFFICERS,
ASSISTANTS, DEPUTIES, CLERKS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AND FIXING
THE COMPENSATION AND WORKING CONDITIONS THEREOF AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 3593.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: C.A.T.V. VARIANCE - File 2-11 x 130 x 9-7-4
Letter from Joseph E. Sheeks, attorney, representing the Tele-Vue Systems, Inc. requesting that they be
granted a variance for a temporary antenna system for the Glenwood area was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to grant the said variance.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: ANNEXATION - SUMMIT AVENUE - File 5-2-42
This matter was held over to August 26th, 1968.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO. 164 - APPLICANT, D. C. ASSOCIATES, FRANK HEALION, SECRETARY - File 2-11
Application for an encroachment permit to construct roof overhang into Lincoln Avenue right-of-way, 911
Lincoln Avenue was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to authorize Encroachment Permit
No. 164.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO. 163 - APPLICANT, NORTHWESTERN SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATION - 5TH AND "B"
STREETS - File 2-11
An application for an encroachment permit to construct canvas awning on pipe frame encroaching into the
street.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to authorize Encroachment Permit
No. 163.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier; Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: TAX RATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 1869 - File 9-12-1
Resolution fixing the tax rate for the fiscal year was presented, and fixing the rate for each $100.00
assessed valuation as follows:
For the General Fund the sum of ............... $ .52
For the Park Fund the sum of $ .12
For the Library Fund the sum of ............. $ .12
For Employees' Retirement Fund the sum of .... $ .10
Total Tax Rate ............. $. 86
RESOLUTION NO. 3680 - RESOLUTION FIXING THE RATE OF TAXES FOR FISCAL YEAR 1968-69
Ayes: Counci)men: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - ADD CHAPTER 14.10 ''ADMINISTRATION AND APPLICATIONS'' - File 10-3
A proposed zoning ordinance amendment by the Planning Commission was presented.
Public hearing was set for August 26th, 1968.
RE: STREET TREES AND SHRUBS - File 11-6 x 102
Letter from the San Rafael Park Civic Association, together with a donation of $200.00 to help defray
the cost of beautifying the islands on Las Gallinas Avenue was presented. A letter of appreciation and
thanks was sent to the San Rafael Park Civic Association by Parks and Recreation Director, Andrew
Snyder.
RE: CLAIM FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE - GARY WALKER - MARIN PIANO & ORGAN - File 3-1
Claim of Gary Walker of Marin Piano & Organ, 117 Jacoby Street in amount of $42.00 was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to deny the claim and referred
to the City's Insurance Carrier.
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Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: POLICE DEPARTMENT - ELIGIBILITY LIST OF SERGEANTS AND INVESTIGATORS - 9-3-30
Request of the Chief of Police that the 1967 eligibility list remain in force for one more year, or un-
til August 14, 1969.
RE: MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENTS CITY STREETS - File 11-15
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles informed the council that the demolition of the existing Camgros
Concrete Batching Plant is to be demolished by the State and that the railroad track across Third Street
should be removed.
RESOLUTION NO. 3681 - RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL REQUESTING REMOVAL OF
EXISTING RAILROAD TRACK ON THIRD STREET.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF MARIN - SENIOR CITIZENS PROGRAM - File 123 x 4-13-10
Joint Powers Agreement between the County ofMarin and the City of San Rafael providing a recreation pro-
gram for senior citizens was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, authorizing the Mayor and City
Clerk to sign the agreement.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Miskimen
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor Bettini
RE: TRAFFIC AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS - File 11-1
Letter from residents on Shaver Street between Latham and Third requesting a restricted parking zone on
the street between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. was noted and referred to the Traffic Committee.
RE: COMMENDATION, APPRECIATION AND THANKS - File 102
Letter from Kenneth M. Proctor thanking the Police Department and City of San Rafael for their
assistance in locating a cat which had bitten their daughter was noted with appreciation.
RE: ANIMALS -LEASH LAW - File 13-3
Letter from Mrs. Howard A. Levenson and Mrs. Sheila Grove regarding the control of dogs was received,
noted and filed.
Items Held Over:
(a) License fees and other fees - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Highway 17 - File 11-16
RE: SAN RAFAEL CANAL - File 12-10
ACTING Mayor Baar announced that Congressman William S. Mail liard and Colonel Frank Boeger of the Corps
of Engineers are scheduled for a meeting on August 7th, 1968 at 2:15 P.M. in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall to discuss with the boat owners and the property owners along the canal the dredging of
same.
(Note: As a result of the meeting Congressman William S. Mailliard announced that the money had been
found and would be budgeted for the dredging of the canal. Colonel Frank Boeger announced that the
Corps of Engineers would rather do the dredging early in 1969 after the winter's silting had taken place
and stated that it would be up to the City to provide an area for depositing the spoils from the dredg-
ing of the canal).
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated August 5th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated August 5th,
1968, and now on file in the Finance Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
CLAIMS GENERAL FUND $ 22,702.97
PARKS FUND 1,713.86
LIBRARY FUND 1,720.66
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND 4,225.20
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 2,444.25
STORES FUND 81.53
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 30,054.55
PARKING DISTRICT NO. ONE FUND 13,061.89
$ 76,004.90
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PAYROLL:
GENERAL FUND
PARK FUND
LIBRARY FUND
$ 84,957.50
5,937.75
3,289.13
$ 94,184.38
Council adjourned to Monday, August 26th, 1968 at 8:00 P.M.
W. CLIFFORD gbRNWELL, City C
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Approved this 2Zatday of ez 19 /
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, August 26th, 1968 at 8:00 O'clock P.M.
Adjourned Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, the minutes of August 5th, 1968, a
true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: MASTER DRAINAGE STUDY OF EAST SAN RAFAEL - File 12-9 � ,/ 3 3 6
Tuesday, September 3rd, 1968 was set as the date for the reopening of the public hearing on the Master
Drainage Study of East San Rafael as prepared by Carlos E. Gonzalez, Civil Engineer, Inc.
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - ADD CHAPTER 14.10 "ADMINISTRATION AND APPLICATIONS" - File 10-3
City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the council on -the history of the ordinance that was being pre-
sented and discussed -with the council certain phases of the proposed ordinance.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, Zoning of the San Rafael Municipal Code so as
to add Chapter 14.10 Administration and Applications; which provides for the administration of applica-
tions and of the other provisions of Title 14, the filing of applications and the fixing of fees there-
for, and permitting public hearings in certain cases where not otherwise required by law and which re-
peals Sections 14.76.030 and 14.80.030, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 919 was read, introduced,
and ordered passed to print by the following vote; to -wit: and will come up for adoption on September
16th, 1968.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PLUMBING CODE - File 1-6
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates presented the rewritten ordinance adding Section K which prohibits
the Acrylonitrile -Butadiene -Styrene pipe for use Ln drainage, waste and vent materials in plumbing
systems.
An ordinance amending Chapter 12.16 of the San Rafael Municipal Code by adopting by reference the 1967
Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code with certain changes, additions and deletions thereto, which pro-
vides for the protection of the public health and safety by establishing minimum regulations for the in-
stallation, alteration or repair of plumbing, drainage, water heaters, gas and water systems, providing
for the issuance of permits and collection of fees and providing.penalties for its violation, and
numbering Charter Ordinance No. 920 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following
vote, to -wit: -and will come up for adoption on September 16th, 1968.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen
Absent: Councilmen: None .
Councilman Jensen requested Mayor Bettini to excuse him from the meeting and he retired from the Council
Chambers.
RE: ANNEXATION - SUMMIT AVENUE - File 5-2-42
Whereas, all the owners had consented to annexation and the Local Agency Formation Commission authorized
the council to proceed without notice and a hearing.
RESOLUTION NO. 3682 - RESOLUTI-ON APPROVING ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF -SAN RAFAEL OR UNINHABITED TERRI-
TORY LYING ADJACENT THERETO DESIG14ATED AS "SUMMIT ANNEXATION"
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: ANIMALS - PERMIT FOR KEEPING OF HORSES - File 13-3
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported that he and Health Officer, Dr. Hund had met with Mr. Wachsman and
that he had agreed to move the corral approximately 50 feet away from the homes of Mr. Huckins and Mr.
Baldwin. Mr. Baldwin and Mr. Huckins addressed the council requesting immediate relief. City Attorney,
David Menary, Jr. stated that the present permit had been cnacelled and that a new one would have to be
issued for the new location. The council agreed that Mr. Wachsman be given ten days to move the corral
and instructed City Manager, Dan Andersen to inform Health: Officer., Dr. Hund of the council's decision.
RE: RAZING OF STRUCTURES LOCATED AT 33 MARQUARD AVENUE - File 3-3-15
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates briefed the council on what had been suggested by the Public Ad-
ministrator of the estate regarding the demolition of the dilapidated structure at the above referred
to address, The Building Inspector was sworn in, and presented his cost of demolition, and confirmed
the fact that it was fair and correct.
RESOLUTION NO. 3683 - RESOLUTION APPROVING AND CONFIRMING STATEMENT OF EXPENSE OF RAZING OR REMOVING
BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES LOCATED AT 33 MARQUARD AVENUE, SAN RAFAEL,CALIFORNIA.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
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RE: HOTEL -MOTEL TAX - File 9-12
City Manager, Dan Andersen presented an ordinance which would increase the Uniform Transient Occupancy
Tax from four percent to five percent. The City Manager explained that this would make the tax uniform
with other cities and also the sales tax.
An ordinance setting Uniform Transient Occupancy Tax at Five (5) Percent, and numbering Charter Ordinance
No. 921 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit: and will come up
for adoption on September 16th, 1968.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Barbier
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: CARNIVALS AND CIRCUSES - WAIVER OF CLEANUP DEPOSIT - File 9-10
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. briefed the council on an suggested ordinance giving the city council
the right to waive carnival and circus cleanup.deposit in favor of charitable and civic organizations.
The council discussed certain phases of the ordinance.
An ordinance giving City Council right to waive carnival and circus deposit in favor of charitable and
civic entities, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 922 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print
by the following vote to -wit: and will -.come up for adoption on September 16th, 1968.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: ACCEPTANCE OF SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT IN LOTS 10, 11, 12 AND 13,.MARINITA PARK, GRAND AVENUE AT
JEWELL - File 2-3
.Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a deed, together with a resolution accepting a 20' eas
,ment through the above referred to lots.
RESOLUTION NO. 3684 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF SEWER EASEMENT. (Alan Larkins, Florence Brown,
Edward J. and Patricia L. Ragghianti, and Robert J. and Alyce M. Pashburg)
Ayes: Councilmen:Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: BAY CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - File 13-14
Discussion of the city's position as it relates to the tidelands adjacent to the City of San Rafael was
held over to the 3rd of September, 1968.
RE: RESURFACING OF VARIOUS STREETS - PROJECT #41-2201 - (2-68) - File 4-1-148
A request by the contractor to extend the time of completion of the above project was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3685 - RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME FOR THE COMPLETION OF CONTRACT. (Completion date ex-
tended to September 16th, 1968)
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS - File 8-14
Finance Director, James McCown presented a request for Inter -Departmental budget account transfers to
balance the various budget accounts. Total of the General Fund, $37,541.91 and to appropriate from un-
allocated surplus in the Library Fund to Budget Account 12-461, $187.96, and from the Parking Districts
unallocated surplus to Budget Account 51-441, $9,528.87.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to authorize the transfers as re-
quested.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - File 11-8
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a resolution which would limit parking to one hour fro
Latham Street to Third Streets, 9:.00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., Sundays and Holidays excepted.
The Council suggested that the parking limit be two hours, the entire length of Shaver Street from Fou.rt
Street to Third Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 3686 - RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING TWO (2) HOUR LIMIT PARKING AREAS
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimenand Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
36U
RE: STOP SIGNS - File 11-9
Director o.f Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a resolution designating a four-way stop on Redding
Way at DuBois Street. This was recommended by the Traffic Committee.
RESOLUTION NO. 3687 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTIONS AT WHICH A BOULEVARD STOP
IS REQUIRED.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: UNDERGROUND UTILITIES - File 12-18
The Pacific Gas and Electric Company questioned the council's Resolution No. 3665 that it did not permit
steamlining. City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. presented a resolution which would clarify the intent of
the council.
RESOLUTION NO. 3688 - RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 3665 CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF UNDER-
GROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NUMBER ONE.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: COMMENDATION - File I1W I O Y
Letter from the Redwood Empire Association inviting the council to attend a Testimonial Dinner in honor
of Mr. T. Fred Bagshaw, Assistant Director of the California State Department of Public Works, and a
former Supervisor of the County of Marin. Dinner to be held at the Redwood Empire Association's 48th
Annual Convention on Saturday, September 21st, 1968 in Crescent City. None of the council being able
to attend the dinner, the motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, directing
the City Manager to prepare a resolution of commendation.
RESOLUTION NO. 3689 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION. (T. Fred Bagshaw)
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: MARIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CORRESPONDENCE - File 119.2
Letter from the Marin County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau regarding the action of the Board
of Supervisors over the recently enacted new county vacation policy which grants three weeks vacation
after the first year of employment. Mrs. Jean Barnard of Mill Valley discussed the effects of the newly
passed sa.lary resolution by the County with the council, and urged anyone who was able to attend the
meeting of the Supervisors on the morning of August 26th to be sure and do so, and to express their
feelings on the matter. The council went on record as opposing the county's vacation policy.
Letter from Marin County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau regarding the Anti-missile Base to be
located in Marin County. The council went on record that if the Department of Defense had spent seven
years in devising this system and in determining the location where it can best perform its mission, the
citizens of Marin should cooperate with the agencies involved in the choice of the site.
RE: COMPLAINTS - File 100
Letter from Mrs. Carl H. Zimmerman, 214 Laurel Place, San Rafael regarding the derelicts and Hippie type
people who have adopted Marin as a home was noted.
RE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 13-8
Letter from D;ominic's Billiard Parlor signed by Vincent Bufano requesting that the time for the closing
of billiard parlors be extended beyond the 2:00 a.m. compulsory closing hour. Letter also signed by
the owners of the property Mr. William H. McDevitt, and Herbert A. Crocker. A report by the San Rafael
Police Department on the matter was presented to the council. No action.
RE: PARKING LOTS AND OFF-STREET PARKING - File 12-14 x 8-14
City Manager, Dan Andersen requested an appropriation of $9,000 for the improvement of the remaining
portion of the Second and Lincoln Parking Lot, the base rock to cost, $5,000 which has already been
accomplished, and the proposed pavement at approximately $4,000. Also request that they lease a portion.
of the newly paved property to the Greyhound.
The council discussed the price to be asked for the leasing of the proposed parcel, and instructed the
City Manager to obtain figures as to how many square feet would be involved.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to appropriate $9,000 from un-
allocated surplus for the rock base and the paving of the parking lot.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE; SAN RAFAEL CANAL - File 12-10
City Manager, Dan Andersen and City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. discussed with the council a letter
from the Marin Yacht Club regarding State Lands Commission problems, and that any survey to be made of
the boundary would be chargeable to the City. The Council authorized the City Attorney and City Manager
to attend a meeting of the State Lands Commission; together with the attorney for the Marin Yacht Club
in Sacramento, Wednesday, August 28th, at 10:00 A.M.
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RE: COURT HOUSE - File 124
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported on offers by the County to allow the City to have the underground
rights for parking and recommended that Mr. Faustman be retained to update his parking study. City
Manager was directed to obtain an estimate of the cost.
RE: ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS - File 3-3
Letter from Carl W. Schiller regarding an old structure at 104 F Street requesting that it be condemned,
and demolished because it is a deteriment to the area. The matter was referred to the Chief Building
Inspector for investigation.
RE: PRIVATE BURGLAR ALARM SYSTEMS IN POLICE DEPARTMENT - File 9-3-40
Councilman Barbier reported on the large number of false alarms being actuated by the alarm systems in
diffeent stores around the .city. Many of them that are sounded are false, and are due to negiligence on
the part of either the owner or an employee of the store, and that each one turned in ties .up two patrol
men and two vehicles. The council directed the Police Department to notify the owners of the premises were
she alarms are located so that they will be charged for false alarms turned in through negligence action;.
RE: CLAIM -BOB TAYLOR - File 3-1
Claim of Bob Taylor, Sweeper Operator, for glasses which were knocked from his face by a tree limb, and
thrown into path of broom of the sweeper, and broken in the amount of $40.:37 was presented. Claim was
referred to City Manager, Dan Andersen.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the promoting of the
following employees within the Fire Department as recommended by the Fire Commission at its meeting of
August 8th, 1968:
(a) Robert Franzel to Battalion Chief, Range 20, Step D, $1,041.00 effective
August 16, 1968.
(b) James Kennon to Captain, Range 18, Step D,.$944.00, effective August 16, 1968.
(c) Reid Mellor to Engineer, Range 16, Step D, $856.00, effective August 16, 1968.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the placing of the
following employees on the regular payroll commencing September 1st, 1968.
(a) Lucile I. LeCount as Library Assistant in the Public Library at $453.00 per month.
(b) David B. Schwab as Fireman in the Fire Department at $670.00 per month
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Miskimen andMayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
Items Held Over:
(a) License fees and other fees - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Highway 17 - File 11-16
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as .
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated August 26th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated August 20th,
1968, and now on file in the Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Claims: GENERAL FUND $ 19,152.94
PARKS FUND 921.34
LIBRARY FUND 1,775.07
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND 4,549.15
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT FUND 9,338.75
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 7,302.81
STORES FUND 527.29 {
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 698.82 -'
PARKING DISTRICT NO. ONE FUND 622.96
$ 44,889.13
Payroll: GENERAL FUND $ 89,241.82
PARKS FUND 3,901.50
LIBRARY 4,653-75
97 797.07
Council adjourned.
W. CLI FORD CORNWELL, 'ty Clerk
Approved this �( day o 19 a /
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City ofSan Rafael, Tuesday, September 3rd, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P. h1.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Absent: Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, the'minutes of August 26th,1968,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - MASTER DRAINAGE STUDY - PORTION OF EAST SAN RAFAE L - File 12-9 X #-3--3
The public hearing was declared opened. Mr. Mario Ghilotti acting as a spokesman for a group who were not
in full accord with the plan presented 16 items criticizing and suggesting changes in the plans as pre-
sented by Carlos E. Gonzalez, Civil Engineers, Inc. Mr. Ghilotti discussed the items with Carlos E.
Gonzalez and the council. Judge Gardiner spoke regarding the possibility of getting the ponding area as
a gift. Attorney, Bill Corrigan representing the Parrish -interests stated that he was only interested in
whether the plan was a good one or not. Mr. Glenn Wentz spoke regarding the plan. The public hearing
was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Baar, approving the Drainage Master Plan
of a portion of East San Rafael as prepared by Carloz E. Gonzalez, Civil Engineers Inc., but subject to
the following conditions.
(1) The location of the proposed channel, ponding area and pumping stations
as shown on the Master Plan be considered only general locations at this
time. The final precise location should be determined only after more
detailed design studies have been made to determine the most efficient
and economical system to serve the area.
(2) The existing drainage easements which have been granted to the City and
are recorded should be utilized where possible. Easements which are no
longer needed for drainage should be vacated only in a manner which is
equitable to the City, to the owners of the property on which the ease-
ments exist, and to the owners of the property within the drainage area.
(3) The watershed area shown on the Master Plan be divided into separate sub-
areas for construction to achieve the most equitable proportioning of
costs and benefits.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baa r, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: Barbier
RE: BAY CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - File 13-14
At the request of Mayor Bettini Judge Gardiner addressed the council regarding the Bay Conservation and
Development Commission Preliminary Plan, and as a result of his knowledge of the plan be recommended
that the city oppose the plan because they were confiscating private property without paying for it.
Mr. Pat Kirrane in expressing his feelings also recommended that the city should oppose the plan. The
Council unanimously agreed to oppose the plan, and directed City Manager, Dan Andersen to convey their
feelings to the Bay Conservation and Development Commission and also our representatives in Sacramento.
RE: WEAPONS AND GARBAGE - COMPLAINT - File 13-2 x 13-13 x 100
Mr. Russell J. Amos, 1414 Nye Street addressed the council regarding shooting from Boyd Park and reporte
that one of the bullets had penetrated into his house and of other shootings in the same vicinity. lie
also reported on the dumping of garbage in the street. The matter was referred to the Police Department
for investigation.
RE: STREET NAME CHANGE - File 11-2
City Planner, Herbert Hotchner presented a resolution renaming Pinewood Court to Pinecone Court.
RESOLUTION NO. 3690 - RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF SAN RAFAEL IN CONNECTION WITH THE RENAMING OF PINEWOOD COURT TO PINECONE
COURT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Barbier
RE: BRET HARTE DRAINAGE SYSTEM - PHASE II (DU BOIS STREET) - File 4-1-150
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented the plans and specifications for Phase II of the Bret
Harte Drainage System.
RESOLUTION NO. 3691 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR
BRET HARTE DRAINAGE SYSTEM - PHASE II (DU BOIS STREET)
(Bid Opening September 16th, 1968)
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Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Barbier
RE: SANITARY SEWER RECONSTRUCTION, 5TH AVENUE AND "K" - CENTER STREET - 4-1-151
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented the plans and specifications for the above reconstruc
tion of sanitary sewer.
RESOLUTION NO. 3692 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR
SANITARY SEWER RECONSTRUCTION FIFTH AVNUE "K" STREET, AND CENTER STREET.
(Bid Opening September 16th, 1968)
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Barbier
RE: TERRA LINDA UNIT #21-A - File 5-1-197
Mr. John Kenney requested permission to correct slide conditions in Terra Linda Unit 21-A. Approval was
recommended by the Department of Public Works.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, granting permission.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Barbier
RE: REZONING 820-850 LAS GALLINAS AVENUE - PC TO PUD -AP - File 10-3
September 16, 1968 was set as the date for a public hearing to be held on the above request for rezoninc
RE: CONTRIBUTIONS AND DONATIONS - File •tSiEg; OS'
Letter from the San Rafael Improvement Club over the signature of Roma Abrahams, Secretary for Mrs.
William MacKay, President - 1968-69, informing the council that the letter would serve as a formal pre-
sentation of a clock which is now hanging in the lobby. The project was headed by Civic Chairman, Mrs.
John McInnis during the presidency of Mrs. Claude Bessellieu. The City Manager, Dan Andersen was
directed to write the Improvement Club expressing the gratitude of the council for the clock.
RE: INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENTS ASSOCIATION OF MARIN - File 9-5-1
Letter from the above association requesting the council to go on record as objecting to the payroll
' tax as being proposed by the City of San Francisco, and to back the "Buy in Marin" campaign proposed by
the association. City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed by the Council to write the Mayor of San
Francisco, and request that they repeal this new tax before it goes into effect on January 1st, 1969.
RE: STOP SIGNS - File 11-9
Letter from Twelveoak Hill Homeowners Association, Inc, requesting that a stop sign be placed on Las
Gallinas Avenue at the north and south intersection of Maple Hill Drive. The council authorized one
stop sign to be placed on Las Gallinas Drive at the intersection selected by the Chairman of the Traffii
Committee.
RESOLUTION NO. 3693 - RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTIONS AT WHICH A BOULEVARD STOP IS
REQUIRED.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Miskimen andMayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Barbier
RE: COMPLAINT - ZONING - File 100
Letter from Mr. Romeo Biasotti was read by City C1erk,W. CLIFFORD CORNWELL regarding the moving of a
house onto Parcel 15-191-04, and in doing so this exceeded the number of apartments permissible per
square foot on this piece of property.
The matter was referred to the City Planner for investigation.
RE: POLICE WARRANTS, LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 93-40 x 9-10 x 7-3
City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed to draft the qualifications for a new personnel classification
entitled Warrant Collector and License In\estigator. The position to be set up for a six months trial
basis. To be on Agenda for September 16th, 1968.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated September 3rd, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated September
5th, 1968, and now on file in the Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further
particulars:
CLAIMS GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND
EQUIPMENT € REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND
LIBRARY FUND
$ 18,019.91
885.66
1,536.01
1,203.04
29.85
7,573.72
5,366.96
641.51
$ 35,256.66
PAYROLL: GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
Council adjourned to Monday, September 16th, 1968.
cJ !i 1
$ 85,368.59
4,768.50
3,691.63
$ 93,828.72
W. CLiFFORQ/CORNWELL, City '5-1,er
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Approved this day of 9 G `%
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, September 16th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Absent. Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, the minutes of September 3rd,
1968, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: BRET HARTE DRAINAGE SYSTEM - PHASE II (D BOIS STREET - File 4-1-150
The following bids were received, opened and read:
McGuire & Hester
Soiland Co., Inc.
Maggiora & Ghilotti
Westate Construction
796 -66th Avenue, Oakland $ 62,809.00
Box 14, Novato 54,226.00
1912 Redwood Hwy, Corte Madera 54,660.50
63 Eleventh St. San Francisco 85,000.00
RESOLUTION NO. 3694 - RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT. (Soiland Company, Inc.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: SANITARY SEWER RECONSTRUCTION. 5TH AVENUE AND "K" STREET - CENTER STREET - File 4-1-151
The following bids were received, opened and read:
McGuire
& Hester
796 -66th Avenue, Oakland $
56,746.00
Soiland
Co., Inc.
Box 14, Novato
43,273.00
Maggiora
& Ghilotti
1912 Redwood Hwy, Corte Madera
50,841.00
Westate
Construction
63 Eleventh St. San Francisco
65,309.00
RESOLUTION NO. 3695 - RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT. (Soiland Company, Inc.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen:, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: REZONING 820-850 LAS GALLINAS AVENUE - P -C TO PUD -AP - File 10-3
Public hearing was declared opened. Associate Planner, Charles Linthicum briefed the council on the pro-
posed development. There being noe one appearing either for or against, the hearing was declared closed.
An ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by Sec-
tion 14.20.020 of the Municipal Code of San Rafael, California, so as to reclassigy certail real prop-
erty from a P -C (Planned Community) District to a PUD -AP (Planned Unit Development - Administrative Pro-
fessional) District, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 923 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to
print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: ANIMALS - File 13-3
Mr. Vlado Kolitsch, 28 Mountain View Avenue, San Rafael addressed the council regarding the enactment of
;a leash law. Mayor Bettini informed Mr. Kolitsch it was now under study, and would be on the agenda in
the new future.
RE: LEASED HOUSING - File 13-16
`Mr. Philip S. Ehrlich, Jr., Chairman of the Marin County Housing Authority addressed the council and
briefed them on the leased housing program as administrated by the Housing Authority of the County of
Marin, and discussed various points of the program. Mr. Neil B. Little, Manager of the Leased Housing
Program addressed the council, and gave a case history of the individuals applying or now in the program.
Mr. Charles H. Clifford, 200 Forbes Avenue representing the Marin Committee for fair play presented a
petition urging the council to authorize the program. The signatures were from throughout the County.
Reverend Hugh Hardin, 50 Balboa Court, Austin J. Thompson, Director of the Human Rights Commission, Mr.
Ed Ryker, Executive Director of the Marin Senior Citizens Coordinating Council, Mr. William Mackey, 4
Birch Way, Santa Venetia all addressed the council requesting they take favorable action on the housing
p rog ram.
Councilman Miskimen read a proposed resolution of a proposed pilot program with the condition that one
year of residency be required and the program be limited to 50 units. Resolution failed for the lack
of a second.
RESOLUTION NO. 3696 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FIFTY LOW RENT HOUSING LEASED DWELLING UNITS FOR PERSONS
WHO HAVE BEEN RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AT LEAST TWO YEARS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
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RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - ADD CHAPTER 14.10 "ADMINISTRATION AND APPLICATIONS - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 919 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, Zoning, of the
San Rafael Municipal Code so as to add chapter 14.10 Administration and Applications; which provides for
the administration of applications and of the other provisions of Title 14, the filing of applications
and the fixing of fees therefor, and permitting public hearings in certain cases where not otherwise re-
quired by law and which repeals Sections 14.76.030 and 14.80.030, and numbering Charter Ordinance No.
919 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen- Baar
RE: PLUMBING CODE - File 1-6
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 920 - An ordinance amending Chapter 12.16 of the San Rafael Municipal Code by
adopting by reference the 1967 Edition of the Plumbing Code with certain changes, additions and dele-
tions thereto, which provides for the protection of the public health and safety by establishing
minimum regulations for the installation, alteration or repair of plumbing, drainage, water heaters, gas
and water systems, providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees and providing penalties
for its violation, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 920 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the
City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: HOTEL -MOTEL TAX - File 9-12
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 921 - An ordinance setting Uniform Transient Occupancy Tax at Five (5) Percent,
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 921 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael
by the following vote,to-wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Barbier
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: CARNIVALS AND CIRCUSES - WAIVER OF CLEANUP DEPOSIT - File 9-10
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 922 - An ordinance giving City Council right to waive carnival and circus deposit
in favor of charitable and civic entities, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 922 was passed and adopt-
ed as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent; Councilmen: Baar
RE: ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS - File 3-3
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates briefed the council on the contemplated action to abate the build-
ings at the following addresses:
(a) 1867 Lincoln Avenue
(b) 1550 Lincoln Avenue
(c) 118 Reservoir Road
(d) Old Carriage House on "F" Street, between Fourth and Fifth
(e) 33 Maywood Way
Buildings at (a), (b) and (c) have been damaged by fire, (d) deteriorating of old age, (e) damaged by
land sliding.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, authorizing the Building Inspector -
to proceed with the abatement proceedings.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - PLUMBING PERMIT FEES - File 9-10
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates presented a resolution fixing plumbing permit fees, and discussed
the changes which had been made in certain fees.
RESOLUTION NO. 3697 - RESOLUTION FIXING PLUMBING PERMIT FEES.
Ayes: Coundlmen:Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
Mayor Bettini excused Councilman Miskimen from the meeting due to a prior commitment.
RE: TERRA LINDA UNIT NO. 21 - File 5-1-192
Request to extend the time for completion of improvement work in Terra Linda Unit No. 21 was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3698 - RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME FOR THE COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENT WORK "TERRA LINDA UNIT
21. (Extended to and including the 16th day of September 1969)
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
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RE: TERRA LINDA UNIT NO. 21-A - File 5-1-197
Final map, together with the necessary agreement and bonds for the subdivision improvement were presente
by Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles. Director of Public Works briefed the council on the condi-
tions set forth by the Planning Commission - their file number TS 68-1.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to delete from the conditions of
approval that portion of condition (b) Quote: The final map submittal shall include provisions satis-
factory to the City Attorney for the permanent maintenance of these planted areas without expense to the
City. But the condition of approval shall apply as delineated in (d) Quote: Applicant is not authorized
to physically connect Lea Drive in Terra Linda 21-A to Lea Drive in The Meadows nor to make use of Lea
Drive in the Meadows for access to Terra Linda 21-A until or unless he secures permission of the owner or,
it is recorded and dedicated as a public road. E
Ayes:
Councilmen:
Barbier,
Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes:
Councilmen:
None
Absent:
Councilmen:
Baar and
Miskimen
RESOLUTION
NO. 3699 -
RESOLUTION
APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION ENTITLED ''TERRA LINDA UNIT 21-A"
Ayes:
Councilmen:
Barbier,
Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes:
Councilmen:
None
Absent:
Councilmen:
Baar and
Miskimen
RE: RESURFACING OF FOUR (4) EXISTING TENNIS COURTS - ALBERT FIELD - File ,.�C-1-152
Plans and specifications for the resurfacing of tennis courts in Albert Field were presented.
PLANS
RESOLUTION NO. 3700 - RESOLUTION APPROVING/AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR RESURFAC-
ING OF FOUR (4) EXISTING TENNIS COURTS - ALBERT FIELD - CITY OF SAN RAFAEL.
;Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
RE: JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT SOUTH SAN PEDRO ROAD PROJECT, CHANGE ORDER NO. 8 - File 4-13-14
Mike King of the Marin County Public Works Department briefed the council on the proposed -Change Order
No. 8 which requires the importing of material to the job. New test samples from deeper excavations do
not meet the minimum requirements. The additional cost - $56,250.00.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing Change Order No. 8.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
RE: BILLIARD PARLOR - File 13-8
Request of Vincent Bufano to operate Dominic's Old Time Billiard Parlor at 409 Francisco Boulevard was
.presented pursuant to Section 10.28.040 of the Municipal Code.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, approving the request.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
RE• RENEWAL OF USE PERMIT (UP68-72) - USED CAR LOT - COUNTY ASSESSOR'S PARCEL 08-102-01 - File 10-5
Request of Doug Dicker to renew use permit granted in August, 1963 for a five year period for a used car
lot and sales pavilion was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, approving use permit 68-72 with
conditions set forth by the Planning Commission, and as per Ordinance No. 722.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - WILLIAM RAFFAELLII; 1762 BAY STREET, SAN FRANCISCO - File 3-1
Claim of Mr. William Raffaelli in the amount of $16.00 was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to deny the claim, and referred to
the city's insurance carrier.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
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RE: CRITICISMS AND SUGGESTIONS - BICYCLE PATHS IN SAN RAFAEL - File 9-3-r-7 x 103
Letter from Miriam Schwartz regarding the possibility of creating bike paths in San Rafael was noted,
and referred to the Parks and Recreation Department.
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RE: PERSONNEL - POSITION DESCRIPTION - WARRANT COLLECTOR AND LICENSE INVESTIGATOR - File 7 -
City Manager, Dan Andersen presented position description for a Business License inspector and Warrant
Collector, and recommended that the salary range be 14, $670.00 to $815.00 per month.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to adopt the position description
and salary range 14. City Manager was directed to recruit an employee for a trial period of six months.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
RE: BUILDING INSPECTOR - File 9-3-32 x 7-5
Request of Chief Building Inspector to attend International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials Annual Conference, Tucson, Arizona, September 30th, 1968 was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, approvingthe request.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, authorized to place David Drew
Batz on the regular payroll as a Police Cadet commending October 1st 1968 at the monthly salary of
$453.00 (6-A).
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
RE: TAX RATE - File 9-12-1
Letter from Michael Mitchell, Marin County Auditor informing the council of the total tax rate for the
incorporated area of San Rafael, Code Area 8-000 for 1968-69, $9.86, was noted.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM - File 7-1
An ordinance authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an amendment to the contract between the Board
of Administration of the Public Employees' Retirement System and the City Council was presented.
An ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Rafael authorizing an amendment to the contract be-
tween the City Council and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees' Retirement
System, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 924 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the.
following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Miskimen
RE: LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES - Fide 9-11-1
Letter from the League of California Cities requesting that the council name a voting delegate and a
voting alternate for the business session at the Annual League Conference to be held in Los Angeles,
October 13th to the 16th, 1968. Councilman Miskimen was appointed the voting delegate and Councilman
Barbier, the voting alternate.
RE: PARKING LOTS AND OFF-STREET PARKING - File 12-14
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported that he had negotiated with Greyhound to pay $450.00 per month
rental for the use of a portion of the Lincoln and Second Parking Lot.
The council unanimously approved.
RE: PLANNING COMMISSION - File 9-2-6
September 21st at 12:00 P.M. at Peacock Gap Country Club was set as the time and place for a joint meet—
ing with the Planning Commission.
Items Held Over:
(a) License Fees and other fees. 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study. 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Highway #17. 11-16
(d) Appraisal of Union Street property. - File 2-7
(e) Recreation building site. 12-5 x 12-15
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Ilarrants dated September 16th, and Advice on Payroll dated September 20th,
1963, and now on file in the Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
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Claims:
Payro 1 1:
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND
PARES FUND
LIBRARY FUND
SPECIAL RECREATION FUND
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND
GENERAL FUND
PARK FUND
LIBRARY FUND
$ 18,025.67
L;81.23
1,270.42
1,401.18
11,291.37
765.78
148.91
12,950.54
4,321.39
$ 50,656.49
76,306.75
3,418.50
3,555.13
$ 83,280.38
W. CLIFFORD ('ORNWELL, City C1er
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Approved this2/J—day of 19.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, October 7th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, the minutes of September 16th,
1968, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: RESURFACING OF FOUR (4) EXISTING TENNIS COURTS - ALBERT FIELD - File 4-1-152
The following bids were received, opened and read at 1:00 P.M. on October 3rd, 1968 in the City Clerk's
office:
tJ. W. Land, Inc. P.O. Box 8503, Emeryville, Calif. $3,284.00
Malott-Peterson-Grundy 2412 Harrison Street, San Francisco, Calif. $2,966.00
RESOEUTTON NO. 3701 - RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT. (Malott-Peterson-Grund)
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 923 - REZONING 820-850 LAS GALLINAS AVENUE - P -C to PUD -AP - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 923 - An ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, California,
adopted by reference by Section 14.20.020 of the Municipal Code of San Rafael, California, so as to
reclassify certain real property from a P -C (Planned Community) District to a PUD -AP (Planned Unit De-
velopment - Administrative Professional) district, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 923 was passed
and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 924 - PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM - File 7-1
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 924 - An ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Rafael authorizing an
amendment to the contract between the City Council and the Board of Administration of the California
Public Employees' Retirement System, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 924 was passed and adopted as
an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ABATEMENT OF STRUCTURE AT 1867 LINCOLN AVENUE - File 3-3-16
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates addressed the council and informed them that he had proceeded in
accordance to Charter Ordinance No. 108, and had given the proper notice entitled "Notice to Abate
Nuisance", and requested the council take further action. The Chief Building Inspector was sworn in by
the City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell. The Chief Building Inspector testified that the fire damaged and
dilapidated building or structure including concrete foundation to constitute a menance to public health,
safety and welfare, and declared it to be a public nuisance.
RESOLUTION NO. 3702 - RESOLUTION PURSUANT TO CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 108 FINDING AND DETERMINING
THAT CERTAIN DILAPIDATED BUILDING OR STRUCTURE AT 1867 LINCOLN AVENUE IS
A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND DIRECTING THE OWNER TO ABATE SAME BY RECONSTRUCTION,
RAZING OR REMOVAL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS FROM THIS DATE.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS — 1550 LINCOLN AVENUE - File 3-3 General
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates described the building which had been damaged by fire at 1550
Lincoln Avenue and informed the council that he had also proceeded under Charter Ordinance No. 108 to
abate that nuisance. Mr. J. Alvin Wayne, owner of the property addressed the council and stated that
it was their intention to demolish the building. The council continued the abatement of 1550 Lincoln
Avenue to January 6th, 1969.
RE: UNIFORM BUILDING CODE - ADOPTION BY REFERENCE - VOLUME III HOUSING, VOLUME IV DANGEROUS BUILDINGS R
1967 EDITION - File 1-6
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates addressed the council regarding the adoption of the above referred
to Uniform Building Codes, togett-- r with certain changes.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, and seconded by Councilman Jensen, directing the City Clerk to read
the ordinance by Title.
Vote: all ayes.
W. Clifford Cornwell read the Title.
An ordinance adopting by reference the "Uniform Building Code, Volume III Housing" (1967 Edition) and
the "Uniform Building Code, Volume IV Dangerous Buildings" (1967 Edition with certain changes to said
codes, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 925 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the
following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
Date for public hearing set for November 4th, 1968.
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RE: SALE OF PROPERTY (OTHER THAN LAND AND BUILDINGS ) - File 11-4 x 2-13
Mr. Larry Biancalana introduced Mr. LaRue who addressed the council regarding an audit that had been made
which incorporated overhanging and undercharging for energy, which showed there was a balance of $1,737.00
more or less due the Pacific Gas and Electric from the city, which dated back as far as April, 1964.
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Mr. LaRue presented several alte;aktes for the purchase and method of payment for the street lights owned
by the city which numbered approximately 278. The Council selected alternate 4 as the method in the
transfer of the lights to the Pacific Gas and Electric.
RESOLUTION NO. 3703 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO SIGN A BILL OF SALE FOR THE
LIGHT SYSTEM OWNED BY THE CITY.
Vote: a l l 'ayes.
Mr. LaRue addressed the council regarding their program for the conversion of the incandescent lights to
mercury vapor stating that there was still about 37 percent of the lights to be converted.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the Pacific Gas and
Electric to continue with the program.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: FIXING FEES FOR ACTION UNDER TITLE 14 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE - File 9-10 x 10-2
A resolution fixing the fee for a Use Permit at $5.00 and a Variance Permit at $10.00 was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3704 - RESOLUTION FIXING FEES FOR ACTION UNDER TITLE 14 OF THE SAN RAFAEL MUNICIPAL
CODE.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES - RESIGNATION OF JUDGE JOSPEH G. WILSON - File 9-2-3
Resignation of Judge Wilson from the Library Board was received, and by motion of Councilman Baar,
seconded by Councilman Miskimen, was accepted with regrets.
Mayor Bettini stated that he would like to appoint the replacement for Judge Wilson at the next council
meeting.
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - CITY STREETS - File 11-8
On the recommendation of the Traffic Committee a resolution was presented limiting parking to two hours
between 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. on both sides of "B" Street from Bayview Street and Woodland Avenue in-
tersection to Second Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 3705 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING TWO (2) HOUR LIMIT PARKING AREAS.
Vote: all ayes.
On the recommendation of the Traffic Committee a resolution creating one-way traffic on Cottage Avenue
between Fifth and Mission Avenues, Northbound was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3706 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING ONE-WAY STREETS AND ALLEYS.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: APPEAL OF THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION - STEELE HOLMAN - File 10-4 x 10-7
Appeal of the decision of the Planning Commission on V68-12 and AA68-71 by Steele Holman was presented.
October 21st, 1968 at 8:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers was set as the time and place for a public hearing
on the matter.
RE: PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION - File 9-2-4
City Manager, Dan Andersen informed the council that Mrs. Norma Wall and Mr. Howard Simon had indicated
they would serve another term on the Commission. The City Manager reported that he was unable to get
in touch with Mr. Dino Ghilotti.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, reappointing Mrs. Wall and Mr. Simon
for another term of four years on the Park and Recreation Commission,
Vote: all ayes.
City Manager was directed to contact Mr. Ghilotti as to whether he would like to continue as a member of
the commission.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 9-10
Request from the Jolly Rogers Chapter of the Childrens Home Society for a permit to operate a Haunted
House at the old Coleman School Building at Grand and Linden Lane was received.
motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to approve their request on the
same terms as in 1967, and to run through the month of October.
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: PARKING AND OFF-STREET PARKING - COURT HOUSE PARKING - File 124 x 12-14
Letter from D. Jackson Faustman, Consulting Traffic Engineer of Sacramento proposing the updating of his
report of 1966 stating in his letter that the report would be $1,000.00.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, authorizing the study and appropriat-
ing the necessary funds. -
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES - File 12-15
City Manager, Dan Andersen requested an appropriation of $250.00 for a soil investigation on the pro-
posed municipal golf site.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Baar, approving the appropriation of
$250.00.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: STATE LEGISLATURE AND POLICE DEPARTMENT - File 116 x 9-3-30
The council discussed the letter of Mayor J. B. Edmiston of the City of Tehachapi whose intention was to
request Assemblyman Kent H. Stacey of Kern County to propose an Assembly Bill which would increase the
minimum sentence for assault against a police officer from one to five years.
RESOLUTION NO. 3707 - RESOLUTION URGING THE LEGISLATURE TO INCREASE PENALTY FOR ATTACKS ON PEACE
OFFICERS.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Jensen, authorizing to place John
Ginocchio on the regular payroll as an Automotive Mechanic at the monthly salary of $721.00 commencing
September 23, 1968.
RE: UNION STREET PROPERTY - File 2-7
The council requested that the Union Street property appraisal be placed on the agenda for October 21st,
1968.
Items Held over:
(a) License fees and other fees. - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study. - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Highway ##17. - File 11-16
(d) Recreation Buid.ing site. - File 12-5 x 12-15
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated October 7th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated October 4th,
1968, and now on file in Finance Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Claims: General Fund $ 43,425.32
PARKS FUND 2,356.91
LIBRARY FUND 1,633.55
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT FUND 10,308.09
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 2,805.54
STORES FUND 218.87
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 23,378.02
PARKING DIST. NO. 1 FUND 1,170.34
$ 85,296.64
Payroll: GENERAL FUND $ 81,519.44
PARKS FUND 3,434.50
LIBRARY FUND 3 610.38
$ 88,564-32
Council adjourned to Monday, October 21st, 1968.
W. CLIFFORD 6ORNWELL, City Cler
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Approved this day of 19 6
7
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
in the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, October 21st, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of October 7th, 1968,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION - STEELE HOLMAN - File 10-4 x 10-7
This being the date set for a public hearing on the appeal of the decision of the Planning Commission on
V68-12 and AA68-71 by Steele Holman. By letter dated October 10th, 1968, Mr. Holman withdrew his appeal.
Hearing was declared opened. There being no one appearing for or against, the hearing was declared
closed.
No action.
RE: UNION STREET PROPERTY - File 2-7
Report of appraisal made by Edward P. Morphy on the above referred to property was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to authorize the Mayor to sign a
Multiple Listing Agreement with the standard commission of 10% of the first $20,000.00 and 6% thereafter.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES - File 9-2-3
The resignation of Judge Joseph Wilson from the Library Board was received and by motion made by Council-
man Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, was accepted with regrets.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to appoint Bryce Anderson to fill the
unexpired term of Judge Wilson.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION - File 9-2-4
City Manager, Dan Andersen received a letter from Dino Ghilotti informing the council that due to
business commitments he would be unable to continue as a member of the commission.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to appoint Councilman Baar, as a
member of the Commission.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON-VA68-9-9-- File 10-4
Letter from Mr. Gordon H. Dohemann, Northgate Industrial Park Architectural Review Committee appeal'ng
the action of the Planning Commission on the above referred to variance.
Date for a public hearing on the matter was set for November the 4th, 1968.
RE: STOP SIGNS - File 11-9
Mr. David J. Linde, President of the Obkview School Association )resented a request for a four-way stop
sign at Las Gallinas Avenue, and Montevideo Way informing the council that the reason for the request
was that it was a school children crossing.
RESOLUTION NO. 3708 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTIONS AT WHICH A BOULEVARD
STOP IS REQUIRED. (On Las Gallinas Avenue at Montevideo Way - northbound and
on Las Gallinas Avenue at Park Ridge Road - southbound.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: AMENDMENT TO THE SAN RAFAEL GENERAL PLAN - STREET NAMING - File 115
The Planning Commission having approved a res6lution amending a portion of the general plan recommended
that the City Council adopt a resolution amending said plan adding Section 328, ''Street Naming''.
Public hearing was set for November the 18th, 1968.
RE: TWELVEOAK HILL UNIT 5 - TREE PLANTING AGREEMENT - File 5-1-174
A request from the subdivider to extend their tree planting agreement to Nobember the 7th, 1969 was pre-
sented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3709 -RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME FOR THE PLANTING OF STREET TREES.
Vote: all ayes.
(Tree Planting Agreement extended to and including 7th day of November, 1969)
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RE: TWELVEOAK HILL UNIT 6 - TREE PLANTING AGREEMENT - File 5-1-175
A request from the subdivider to extend their tree planting agreement to November the 20th, 1969 was pre-
sented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3710 - RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME FOR THE PLANTING OF STREET TREES.
Vote: all ayes.
(Tree Planting Agreement extended to and including the 20th day of November, 1969)
RE: PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 1969 DODGE SEDAN AND FIVE '(5) STANDARD CLASS "B" SEDANS THROUGH THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA - File 9-3-80 x 4n2*78
Request of City Manager, Dan Andersen to purchase the above vehicles was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3711 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 1969 DODGE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY
PATROL SPECIAL AND FIVE (5) STANDARD CLASS "B" SEDANS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALI-
FORNIA.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES - PROPOSED MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE - File 12-15
Ted Wright of Coleman and Associates distributed to the members of the council a booklet containing
technical information on the purchase, operation and maintenance of the proposed golf course and pro-
ceeded by diagram to brief the council on the location and layout of the proposed golf course. Mr.
William Sherman, Golf Course Consultant addressed the council and more fully explained the operation and
the maintenance. Mr. Archer, Financing Consultant briefed the council on the financing. Mr. Norman
Higby asked the council various questions regarding the financing and operation of the project, and was
answered by the consultants.
At the council's request Mr. Jack K. Dooling, attorney for the non-profit organization informed them as
to the next step that should be taken.
The matter was continued to November 4th, 1968.
RE: HOUSING - File 13-16
Letter from the Marin Committee for Fair Play signed by H. Dieter Schught, Chairman thanking the council
for their approval of the leased housing program was noted.
RE: FREEWAYS AND STATE HIGHWAYS - File 11-16 x x 2-2 Grand Avenue
Notice from the Division of Highways of their intention to Relinquish Highway Right -of -Way which is the
portion of Grand Avenue extending from Second Street to Francisco Boulevard was noted.
City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed to contact the Division of Highways to ascertain if the surplus
parcel of land bounded on the north by San Rafael Canal, on the East by parcel 14-133-05, and on the
south and west by the Irwin Street off -ramp for purchase or gift to the city. The city's intention would
be to landscape it to improve the entrance into San Rafael. Also, the possibility of the San Rafael
Sanitation District establishing a pumping plant.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7 -5 -
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the placing of Irwin
M. Sousa on the regular payroll as Maintenance Man I, commencing October 16th at the monthly salary of
$551.00. (9-B)
Vote: all ayes.
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported on the interviews of the applicants for the temporary position for
Business License Inspector and Warrant Collector and reported that the reviewing board had approved Mr.
Carl Selby at a salary of $815.00 per month effective November 1st, 1968.- File 7-4 x 7-3
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, appointing Carl Selby to the above
position as described.
RE: COMMUNICATIONS - CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM - (CLETS) - Filc 9-3-30 x
4-13-2
City Manager, Dan Andersen presented a letter from the County of Marin Communications Department regard-
ing the County furnishing the cities with the Clets point-to-point circuit, and explained its benefits
to the city, and the approximate cost for the service.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to participate in the program.
Vote: all ayes.
Items Held Over:
(a) License Fees and other fees - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Highway #17 - File 11-16
(d) Recreation Building site. - File 12-5 x 12-15
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All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated October 21st, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated October 18th,
1968, and now on file in Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Claims: GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1
Payrol l :
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
$ 15,568.14
68.76
1,887.49
21,134.64
894.52
365.64
81.84
600.00
$ 40,581.03
77,022.60
3,434.50
3,543.50
$ 84,000.60
Approved this day of GZ 9 6
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MAYOR OF THE C I`1`Y OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 4th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
IRE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 21st, 1968
The Council was informed of a correction of the minutes.
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Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
Absent: John A. Miskimen, Councilman
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E: APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON VA68-90 WAS CORRECTED TO READ AA68-82 - File 10-4
otion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, approving the minut& as corrected.
-yes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON AA68-82 - File 10-4
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the council by a diagram the
proposed structure and reported on the action ofthe Planning Commission on VA68-90 and AA68-82. Mr.
Hotchner informed the council that no one representing the Northgate Industrial Park Architectural Review
Committee was at the meeting at which time the approval was given, and by reading a letter enumerated the
reasons for the appeal. Mr. Gordon H. Dohemann addressed the council and informed them of the reasons
for the action of the review committee which was mainly the changing or the use of a different kind of
construction material which they believed woul enchance the entracne to the park. Mr. Bob Eklund,
Architect, gave the architect's view on the matter.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to deny the appeal, and to uphold
the Planning Commission's decision.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
bsent: Councilmen: Miskimen
IRE: UNIFORM BUILDING CODE - ADOPTION BY REFERENCE - VOLUME III HOUSING, VOLUME IV DANGEROUS BUILDINGS -
1967 EDITION - File 1-6
Public hearing on the above matter was declared opened. There being no one either appearing for or
against, the hearing was declared closed.
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 925 - An ordinance adopting by reference the ''Uniform Building Code, Volume III
Housing'' (1967 Edition) and the ''Uniform Building Code, Volume IV Dangerous Buildings'' (1967 Edition)
with certain changes to said codes, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 925 was passed and adopted as an
ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to send the following notice to the
Department of Housing and Community Development of the State of California.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier,Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
NOTICE
Dhe City Council of the City of San Rafael, Marin County, California hereby determines and notifies the
epartmeont of Housing and Community Development of the State of California that said City has and is en-
�forcing a local ordinance prescribing minimum standards equal to or greater than the following provisions
of Division 13, Health and Safety Code, State of California:
Part 1.5 (commencing with Section 17919)
Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 19000) of Part 3.
Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 19100) of Part 3.
!APPROVED FOR ISSUANCE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ON THE
;4th DAY OF DECEMBER, 1968,BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE OF THE COUNCIL:
AYES:
Councilmen:
NAYS:
Councilmen:
ABSTENTIONS:
Councilmen:
ABSENT:
Councilmen:
This Notice expires August, 1970
(Seal)
HCD 64o
Revised 8/68)
Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
None
None
Miskimen
/s/
Mayor
Attest:
City C erk
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RE: HOUSE MOVING - File 11-1 x 9-6-8
Mr. William Watson addressed the council regarding the moving of two buildings from the corner of Mission
and Irwin Street to Marion Court. The moving of the buildings would clear the right-of-way for the on-
ramp to Highway 101. The council directed the City Manager to cooperate with Mr. Watson and help ex-
pedite the bonding for the protection of the city streets.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the Mayor and City
Clerk to sign an agreement for the moving of the buildings over the city streets.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettin'
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
RE: RELOCATION OF SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM, HIGHWAY 101 WIDENING PROJECT - VICINITY OF CLYDE AVENUE,
CLINTON STREET AND TAMALPAIS AVENUE - File 4-1-149
Request from Contractors Vukasin and Rigisich for the extension of time to complete the project to
December 4th, 1968 was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3712 - RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME FOR THE COMPLETION OF CONTRACT. (Extending completion
date to December 4th, 1968)
Ayes: Councilmen: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
RE: STREET NAME CHANGE - MEYER SERVICE ROAD TO GARY PLACE - File 11-2
The Planning Commission recommended that the street name be changed so that it would eliminate confusion
with a similar street name.
RESOLUTION NO. 3713 - RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
SAN RAFAEL IN CONNECTION WITH THE RENAMING OF MEYER SERVICE ROAD TO GARY P LACE.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: Miskimen
Note - This resolution will not be effective for ninety (90) day hereafter or on February the 3rd, 1969.
RE: PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES - BIKEWAY TO CIVIC CENTER - File 12-15 x 9-3-65 x 103
Letter from the Lucas Valley Home and School Club requesting that the council look into a bikeway from
Lucas Valley to the Civic Center Lagoon. The matter was referred to the Park and Recreation Department.
RE: CLAIM FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE - KATHLEEN DONNELLY - File 3-1
Letter from Kathleen Donnelly, together with a bill for $41.74, the unpaid balance for the removal of a
damaged door at 1016 Lincoln Avenue broken down by the Fire Department when an unknown individual re-
ported a fire at said premises. fire Chief, Vance Trivett made a report on the matter.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, referring the matter to the City's in-
surance carrier and requesting a reply by December 2nd, 1968.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
RE: POLICE ELIGIBILITY LIST - File 7-4
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to accept the certified eligibilit
list for Patrolmen.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: Miskimen
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Baar, to accept the certified eligibility
list for Police Sergeant. '
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, appointing John Riordan as Acting
Sergeant commencing Nov;ember 1st, 1968 at the monthly salalry of $856.00 (Step 16-D). (Temporary Appol.nt-
men t)
Request of Frederick Bishop, Maintenance Man II for a three (3) month leave of absence from October
24th, 1968 to January 24th, 1969 was presented. Recommended by Dr. Friedman - Mr. Bishop's Doctor.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the leave of absence.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen to place on the regular payroll
William H. Bertram as Patrolman at the monthly Salary of $670.00 per month and William S. Boyle as
Patrolman at the monthly salary of $670.00, effective November 15th, 1968.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
RE: NOTICE TO ABATE NUISANCE - File 3-3
(a) 33 Maywood Way:
Attorney representing John Hancock Insurance Company requested a ninety (90) day extension of the date
to abate the nuisance at the above address. Mr. Gabriel Lehrer of Tamarin Realty reported on the
possibility of a sale. Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates answered questions asked by the Council
regard.ing the damage the structure might do in case it did slip down the hill.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to postpone action to December 2nd
due to the possibility the structure could be sold.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
_(b) 544 "D" Street:
Chief Building Inspecyor, Jack Coates read a letter from Dr. Michael J. Fransblau regarding the demoli-
tion of the structure under discussion. The matter was continued to November 18th, 1968.
(c) 1623 Fifth Avenue (Carriage House):
(.7hi(-f Building Inspector, Jack Coates breifed the Council on the demolition of the Carriage House in the
it of Ib23 Fifth Avenue, and recommended that it be carried over to November 10th, 1968.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to carry the matter over to Novemi'er
18th.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
RE: SALE OF CITY PROPERTIES - (REAL PROPERTY) - File 2-2 - Union Street Property
City Manager, Dan Andersen briefed the council regarding a strip of 4th Street fifteen (15) feet wide
adjacent to the parcel of land being offered for sale at the corner of Union and 4th Street. The City
Manager suggested that the strip fifteen (15) feet wide more or less be added to the parcel of land but
to retain any necessary easement.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, authorizing the City Manager to pro-
ceed with preparing descriptions and maps showing the addition of the strip to the parcel of land.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
I Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
RE: FIRE DEPARTMENT - REQUEST FOR APPROPRIATION TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF AN 85 FOOT SNORKEL - File 12-3
x 8-14
t Fire Chief, Vance Trivett addressed the Council regarding the addition of this pice of apparatus due to
the fact the running time now from Station No. 1 to the Northgate Industrial area and Northgate Shopping
Center for the present ladder consumed to much time.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the above purchase,
and to prepare plans and specifications.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to allocate $25,000.00 per year for
the next three years to cover the anticipated cost of $75,000.00 for the apparatus.
Ayes: Councilmen: Saar,'Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
RE: LIBRARY BOARD - File 9-2-3
City Manager, Dan Andersen informed the Council there would be a joint meetingwith the Library Board to
review library building plans at 11:00 A.M., November 16th at the Library. (1
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - File 11-8
Councilman Barbier requested that the white zone on the north line of Fourth Street adjacent to the in-
tersection of Tamalpais Avenue, and Fourth Street be enforced, and that the Traffic Committee review the
necessity of the zone. Councilman Jensen requested that the Tratfic Committee review a parking zone on
Lincoln Avenud beginning at Pacheco and running north.
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RE: SANITARY SEWER STUDY - DAN COLEMAN AND ASSOCIATES - File 4-3-35
Dominic Selmi of Dan Coleman and Associates addressed the Council regaesting permission to use smoke bombs
to investigate leakage into the sewer lines. The Council authorized permission but requested that they
notify the residents connected to the line they were going to investigate in case smoke came into the
house through an illegal connection.
Items Held over:
(a) License fees and other fees - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Highway #17 - File 11-16
(d) Recreation Building site - File 12-5 x 12-15
(e) Proposed Municipal Golf Course - November 18th meeting.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated November 4th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated November 5th,
1968, and now on file in Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Claims: GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT e, REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND
Payroll:
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
Council adjourned to Monday, November 18th, 1968.
$ 25,249.98
1,106.86
1,788.37
244.71
2,036.12
167.89
74,058.09
326.30
$ 104,958.32
$ 83,029.10
3,434.50
3,660.38
$ 90,123.98
W. CLIFFORpr CORNWELL, City Slerk
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Approved this day of J 19
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 18th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini,Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of November 4th, 1968,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: AMENDMENT TO THE SAN RAFAEL GENERAL PLAN - STREET NAMING - File 115 x 11-2
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the Council on the proposed
amendment to the General Plan which provides a guideline for the naming of any new streets, and reported
that he had received many favorable comments from numerous agencies and other cities. Some felt that it
should be carried on further to eliminate problems outside San Rafael jurisdiction. The hearing was de-
clared closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 3714 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL APPROVING AMENDMENT
TO GENERAL PLAN.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: ANIMALS - HORSES ADJACENT TO EDWARD COURT - File 13-3
Mr. J. C. Huckins of 9 Edward Court addressed the Council regar:''ng the unsanitary conditions of the
stables and corral housing horses adjacent to his residence at 9 Edward Court. City Manager, Dan Andersen
was directed to make some surveilance and take pictures to substantiate Mr. Huckins' claim bearing in
mind that the evidence collected could be used as a means of cancelling the permit for the stabling of the
horses.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - File 9-10
Mr. Robert Rohlapp addressed the Council in behalf of the Royal Order of Moose requesting that they be
permitted to hold a Baby Show. The finals scheduled for December 22nd at the San Rafael High School
Auditorium.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to grant the permit.
;Vote: all ayes.
RE: ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS - 544 'D' STREET - File 3-3
Mayor Bettini read a letter from the owners William J. Filante and Michael J. Franzblau to the effect that
they expected to have the demolition accomplished in thirty days. Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates
suggested that the hearing be carried over thirty days. Mayor Bettini suggested that Mr. Coates contact
Dr. Franzblau to secure the building because it was open and there is furniture on the front porch and
other things lying around.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to continue the hearing to December
16th, 1968.
Vote: all ayes.
1623 5th Avenue - Carriage House
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates briefed the Council on the ownership of the premises stating he had
contacted the prospective owners, and they informed him that the transfer of the estate had not been
made as yet but they expected it to be made in the next fifteen days. At that time they would know
whether they were going clean up the premises or develop it as a whole.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to continue the hearing to December
16th, 1968.
l Vote: a 1 1 ayes.
RE: TERRA LINDA UNIT 21 - CHANGE OF BUILDING CONCEPT - File 5-1-192
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles explained to the Council the request of the subdivider teat they
be allowed to eliminate walls at lot lines instead to build a split level house plan as already been
approved for Terra Linda No. 21-A.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the change in sub-
division improvements.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR PERSONAL INJURY - RACHEL ROSENBERG - File 3-1
Claim of Rachel Rosenberg for personal injuries suffered when she fell while walking on the sidewalk on
the north side of Laurel Place was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to deny the claim and referred to
the city's insurance carrier.
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: CLAIM FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE - BARBARA CHAPMAN - File 3-1
Claim of Miss Barbara Chapman for damage to her automobile caused by a rear end collision by one of the
Police vehicles was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to deny the claim and referred to
the city's insurance carrier.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: TRAFFIC AND TRAFFIC CONTROL - File 11-1
Councilman Baar suggested that the Traffic Committee investigate the advisability of having a stack lane
south bound on Lincoln Avenue at its intersection with the/Underpass for individuals wanting to make a
left-hand turn to Villa Avenue. It was so ordered. 101
RE: STOP SIGNALS - File 11-10
The Council discussed the problem of traffic at Grand and Mission Avenue. The Traffic Committee recom-
mended that it remain as it is at the present time.
RESOLUTION NO. 3715 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTIONS AT WHICH A BOULEVARD STOP
IS REQUIRED. (Four -Way Stop on Grand Avenue and Mission Avenue)
Vote: all ayes.
RE: MUNICIPAL CODE - File 1-5
Request of City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell to set a policy regarding the charging of Supplements to the
Municipal Code. The Council discussed the matter.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, that from this date now on a $50.00
charge be made for a Municipal Code, and that beginning with the 1969 Supplement, the cost be prorated
and charged to those owning codes, except those on file in Public Agencies.
Vote: all ayes.
Items Held Over:
(a) License fees and other fees. - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Highway #17 - File 11-16
(d) Recreation Building Site - File 12-5 x 12-15
(e) Golf Course - File 12-15
(f) Sale of Union Street Property - File 2-2 x 2-7
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated November 18th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated November 20th,
1968, and now on file in Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Claims: GENERAL FUND
$ 38,994.65
PARKS FUND
3,161.25
LIBRARY FUND
758.31
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT
10,356.38
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
2,034.52
STORES FUND
65.72
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
181.22
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1
600.00
$ 56,152.05
Payroll GENERAL FUND $ 76,917.28
PARKS FUND 3,447.50
LIBRARY FUND 3,665.50
$ 84,030.28
Council adjourned.
W. CLIFFjf1RD CORNWELL, City~61erk
Approved this day of 19.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF` AN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, December 2nd, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, approving the minutes of November
18th, 1968 as amended.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON UP68-102 - JAMES R. RIDEOUT,D.D.
S. APPELLANT - File 10-5
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the Council by diagram the
location of the various uses in the vicinity of the proposed UP68-102. Mr. Eugene Sthymmel spoke in be-
half of the owner of the property stating that the proposed use would be compatible with the neighbor-
hood. Dr. G. Sorokin, Veterinarian addressed the council and informed them that the use was for a clinic
only and not a pet boarding kennel. Mr. Bryan McCarthy, attorney, speaking for the Marin County Savings
and Loan stated he thought that this use would not have any influence on the rest of the building. Dr.
Filmore Rodich, M.D. spoke against its use. Also James R. Rideout, D.D.S., speaking for Dr. William S.
Neal. The City Planner read a letter from Dr. David Bloom, M.D. which was against the granting of the
use permit. Public hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Councilan Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to deny the appeal and uphold the de-
cision of the Planning Commission.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen, and Mayor Bet tini
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ANIMALS - HORSES ADJACENT TO EDWARD COURT - File 13-3
Mr. J. C. Huckins and Mr. Howard E. Baldwin of Edward Court addressed the council regarding the stabling
of the horses adjacent to their residences, and produced pictures showing the condition of the corral
shortly after Mr. Wachsman was directed to clean up the premises. Councilman Barbier reported on his
visit to the area and City Manager, Dan Andersen produced a photograph of the premises taken recently.
The City Manager was directed to request Health Officer Dr. Harry Hund to review the premises keeping in
mind the health, safety, and welfare of the neighborhood.
RE: NOTICE TO ABATE NUISANCE - File 3-3
33 Maywood Way:
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates updated the council on the possible sale of the property. Mr.
Gabriel Lehrer of Tamarin Realty reported that the place was being sold and the buyer had thirty days to
close. Mr. Coates briefed the council as to the building department's requirements providing the build-
ing was sold, and informed them that a soils engineer and civil engineer had been employed and were work-
ing on the site.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to continue the abatement for
sixty (60) days.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE - KATHLEEN DONNELLY - File 3-1
Claim for $41.74 being the unpaid balance for the removal of a damaged door at 1016 Lincoln Avenue broken
down by the Fire Department when investigating a reported fire on the premises was discussed by City
Attorney, David Menary, Jr. The City Attorney informed the council that the responsibility was that of
the City and not of the employee.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Baar, to reimburse Miss Donnelly $41.74.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: LICENSES AND PERMITS - APPLICATION OF .JAMES BROS. CIRCUS - File 9-10
Application of James Bros. Circus sponsored by the Footprinters to perform at the Northgate Fashion Mall
on April 15th and 16th was presented. Application was signed by Sid Kellner of 604 Ferry Street,
Martinez, California and was accompanied by cleanup deposit check of $500.00 and license fee for two days
$300.00.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to issue a permit to conduct the
circus on the above referred to dates.
Vote : all ayes.
RE: AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND THE CITY - UTILITY RELOCATION AGREEMENT NO. 481.81 -
File 4-10-42
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented an agreement between the State of California, Division
of Highways and the City for the relocation of various sewer facilities caused by the realignment of the
State High�vay, State Highways Liability 100%, amount approximately $27,000.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 3717 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT (State of California,;
Department of Public Works, Division of Highways, Utility Agreement No. 481.81.)
Vote: all ayes.
RE: BUILDING REGULATIONS - File 9-8
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles briefed the council on a proposed ordinance which would control
the littering on streets with mud and loose dirt.
An ordinance amending "Uniform Building Code, Volume 1" so as to require that mud or loose dirt not b*e
deposited on a street, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 926 was read, introduced, and ordered passed
to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: All ayes.
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - File 11-8
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented an ordinance changing restrictions on curb markings -
White Zones and Green Zones. Lt. Raymond Bleasdale of the Police Department stated that this change
will be in line and conform to other cities. (a) White Zones, Unloading Zones except when place of
business is closed (b) Green Zones - to be used only at Federal, State, County or Municipal Buildings.
Parking no longer than twenty minutes between 7;00 A.M. 6:00 P.M'.
An ordinance changing restrictions on curb markings, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 927, was read,
introduced, and ordered passed to print 'by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLOSING AND ABANDONMENT OF CITY STREETS - McCOY ROAD AND BRET HARTE ROAD - File 3-5
Request from Thomas E. Schaal, Attorney at Law to abandon a portion of McCoy and Bret Harte Road was
presented and held over to the Council meeting of December 16th, 1968.
RE: ONE-WAY STREET SYSTEMS - BRET HARTE LANE - File 11-14
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles informed the Council that a majority of the property owners re-
quested that Bret Harte Lane be made a one-way street, eastbound, and that the Traffic Committee re-'
commended adopting a resolution to that effect.
RESOLUTION NO. 3716 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING ONE-WAY STREETS AND ALLESY ( Bret Harte
Lane - Eastbound - (In its Entirety)
Vote: all ayes.
RE: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS - File 7-1
An ordinance providing hospital medical insurance and other fringe benefits for elected officials was
presented. The matter was carried over to December 16th, 1968 for further investigation.
RE: CITY HALL - TAPE RECORDING SYSTEM FOR COUNCIL CHAMBERS - File 12-2
City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell briefed the council on the various tape recorders tried in the Council
Chambers and recommended the purchase of the Wollensak because of its simplicity, and portability.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, authorizing the purchase of the
Wollensak Tape Recorder with accessories and allocating $500.00 more or less for said purchase.
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: HUMAN RIGHTS - File 13-17
Request from the Marin County Human Rights Commission for the Council to appoint a Miniboard composed of
5 to 7 persons to represent the community but being responsible to the City Council.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, directing City Manager, Dan Andersen
to inform the Commission that the City Council of the City of San Rafael is elected to represent people
and they do not feel that it is necessary at this time to have a committee working in this field.
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Vote : all ayes.
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - CITY STREETS - File 11-8
The Council directed Public Works Director, Norris Rawles to correct the red paint on the curb which is
blocking the driveway at 607 Tamarack Drive.
RE: COMMENDATION - File 102
The Council was informed that Carl Brown had resigned from the Planning Commission.
Motion was made by Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, directing the City Manager to pre-
pare a resolution of commendation and to have it properly framed for presentation to Mr. Carl Brown for
his service on the Planning Commission beginning in 1957.
RESOLUTION NO. 3718 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENCATION (Carl Brown)
Vote: all ayes.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to place the following on the
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regular payroll to fill existing vacancies:
(a) Woodrow Hoke as Patrolman commencing December 1, 1968 at the monthly salary of
$670.00, Range 14, Step A.
(b) George W. Graham as Maintenance Man 1, commencing December 1, 1968 at the monthly
salary of $608.00, Range 9, Step D.
Vote: all ayes.
Items Held Over:
(a)
License Fees and Other Fees. - File 1-2
x 9-10 - Held over to 1/6/69
(b)
Business License Study -
File 1-2 x 9-10
- Held over to 1/6/69.
(c)
Highway #17. - File 11-16
- Tabled.
(d)
Recreation Building Site.
- File 12-5 x
12-15
(e)
Golf Course - File 12-15
- City Manager
reported he would have full report on the Golf Course
361.02
probably by the
next meeting.
(f) Sale of Union Street Property. - File 2-2 x 2-7 - City Manager reported on the preparation of
of necessary deeds and maps on the Union Street Property.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated December 2nd, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated December 5th,
1968, and now on file in Finance Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Claims: GENERAL FUND
$
23,774.22
PARKS FUND
1.,377.43
LIBRARY FUND
2,884.14
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
1,606.22
STORES FUND
30.43
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
16,666.54
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FD.
361.02
$
46,700.00
Payroll: GENERAL FUND
$
82,481.26
PARK FUND
3,617.11
LIBRARY FUND
3,671.75
$ 89, 770.12
Council adjourned to Monday, December 16th, 1968.
W. CLIFF(AT CORNWELL, City Cle-
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, December 16th, 1968 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
Absent: Louis H. Baar, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of December 2nd, 1968,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
Councilman John Miskimen arrived at the meeting 8:05 P.M.
RE: COMMENDATION - File 102
Mayor C. Paul Bettini requested former member of the Planning Commission Carl S. Brown to approach the
podium. Mayor Bettini read from the embellished copy of Resolution of Commendation No. 3718.
RESOLUTION NO. 3718 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR CARL S BROWN.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
Mr. Brown responded by informing the Co uncil' that it had been a pleasure for him to serve on the com-
mission and he hoped that his efforts had helpted in the progressive growth of our community. City
Planner, Herbert Hotchner requested the Mayor to excuse him from the meeting and it was so ordered.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION UP68-110 - RAY WILLITS, APPELL
File 10-5 Tape No. 1-00-222 ft.
The hearing was declared opened. Charles Linthicum, Associate Planner briefed the Council by diagram
the location of the proposed off-street sign and that the place of business was not on Francisco
Boulevard, but at 16 Medway Road. Mr. Ray Willits of the Davis Saw Company of 807 Francisco Boulevard,
owner of the property which he proposed to lease to Auto -Plan informed the council he also owned the par-
cel where the sign was to be erected. Mr. Moyer, Agent for Auto -Man also spoke regarding the location
of the sign stating that it was important for them to have the sign directing the public to their place
of business due to the extensive advertising.
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to deny the appeal and uphold
the decision of the Planning Commission.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
Councilman Baar arrived at the meeting 8:30 P.M.
RE: ANIMALS - HORSES - File 13-3
Mr. Edward Wachsman addressed the council regarding the thirty day notice received from the Health
Officer to remove the horses from his premises stating that he felt that he was being discriminated
against by his neighbors and ordered to remove the horses without due process. After discussing the
matter with the Council, City Manager, Dan Andersen reminded the council that any action must be taken
by the Health Officer, therefore, Mayor Bettini informed Mr. Wachsman to take the matter up with our
City Health Officer.
RE: HOUSING - File 13-16
Mr. Miquel Rodriquez, Field Representative for the North Bay Development Corporation operating in Marin
County and also Spokesman for the Mexican -American Political Association for this sector addressed the
council regarding a family of refugees from Cuba who were residents in the County of Marin for three
months and requested that the council waive the resident requirement as set forth in Resolution No.
3696. Mr. Rodriquez was informed that the City had an agreement with the Housing Authority of the
County of Marin for the residency period of two years and the city was not in the position to amend it.
RE: NOTICE TO ABATE NUISANCE - File 3-3
33 Maywood Way: Mr. Gabriel Lehrer of Tamarin Realty reported that the structure at 33 Maywood Way had
stood well during the recent storm and thanked the Council for the extension of the abatement proceed-
ings.
1623 5th Avenue - Carriage House - Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates reported on the Carriage House
in the rear of 1623 5th Avenue but which fronts on "F'' Street between 4th and 5th Streets. Mr. Glen
Carlson who rents the residence at 1623 5th Avenue addressed the council informing them that if the
Carriage House is removed it would expose the back of the two residences which face 5th Avenue and would
be a worse eye sore than exists at the present time.
RESOLUTION NO. 3719 - RESOLUTION PURSUANT TO CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 108 FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT
CERTAIN DILAPIDATED BUILDING OR STRUCTURE AT 1623 5TH AVENUE IS A PUBLIC NUISANCE
AND DIRECTING THE OWNER TO ABATE SAME BY RECONSTRUCTION, RAZING OR REMOVAL WITHIN
THIRTY (30) DAYS FROM THIS DATE.
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: BUILDING REGULATIONS - File 9-8
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 926 - An ordinance amending ''Uniform Building Code, Volume I" so as to require
that mud or loose dirt not be deposited on a public street, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 926 was
passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES - MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE - File 12-15
The City Council discussed with City Manager, Dan Andersen the procedure in progressing with the pro-
posed Municipal Golf Course. Mr. Charles McPhee, Vice President of Schwabacher Rafferty Company
addressed the council regarding the financing explaining that the financing was done upon a projection
of Bill Sherman, Golf Course Consultant. Mr. Norman Higby addressed the council regarding study that
he had made and felt that the data he had accumulated would be of some assistance to the council. Mr.
Jack K. Dooling of the firm of Dooling, Kelly and Moiseeff addressed the council regarding the council
appointing attorneys to represent the non-profit corporation and to appear for the corporation and re-
present it before the Internal Revenue Service, United States Department of the Treasury requesting and
obtaining a ruling on respect to Federal Income Tares relating to the bonds proposed to finance the pro-
posed municipal golf course. Mr. Dooling also informed the Council that any time up until the bonds
were issued could stop all proceedings, and suggested the resolution shold be passed to initiate the
proceedings.
RESOLUTION NO. 3720 - RESOLUTION APPOINTING ATTORNEYS TO REPRESENT THE SAN RAFAEL MUNICIPAL
FACILITIES CORPORATION BEFORE THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Barbier
Absent: Councilmen: None
Motion was made by Councilman Baar that before the City Council were to sanction the approval of a
gold course within the city they would hire a consultant or consultants Ebasco Services if possible,
submit to the council any information that would be of a nature to assist the council to make termina-
tion of the feasibility of the proposed golf course.
The motion failed for the lack of a second.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to retain the Ebasco Services to
make a feasibility study of the proposed municipally owned golf course or another firm as chosen by the
council. Councilman Miskimen proposed an amendment to Councilman Jensen's motion to strike out Ebasco
and merely say consultant. Councilman Miskimen's amendment was seconded by Councilman Barbier.
Vote: On Councilman Miskimen's amendment:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Miskimen andMayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: None
Vote: On the original motion made by Councilman Jensen
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Miskimen andMayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Barbier
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS - File 7-1
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. presented a ordinance entitled ''Ordinance Providing Health and Wel-
fare Benefits to Elected Officers".
An ordinance providing health and welfare benefits to elected officers, and numbering Charter Ordinance
No. 928 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CLOSING AND ABANDONMENT OF CITY STREETS - McCOY ROAD AND BRET HARTE ROAD - File 3-5
A resolution of intention to order vacation of parts of public streets was presented and Director of
Public Works, Norris Rawles briefed the council on the portions of the McCoy Road and Bret Harte Road
that was proposed to be vacated. City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. informed the council that Thomas E.
Schaal had agreed to pay any cost connected with the proceedings.
RESOLUTION NO. 3721 - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ORDER VACATION OF PARTS OF PUBLIC STREETS.
Vote: all ayes.
Note: -- The above resolution sets Monday the 6th day of January, 1969 at 8:00 o'clock P.M. as the time
for a public hearing on the matter.
RE: SEWER LOCATION - HIGHWAY 101 WIDENING PROJECT - File 4-1-149
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Request from Contractor Vukasin and Rigisich that the completion date of the above referred to project
be extended because of their inability to work because of construction on the highway by other con-
tractors.
RESOLUTION NO. 3722 - RESOLUTION EXTENDING TIME FOR THE COMPLETION OF CONTRACT. (Relocation of Sanitary
Sewer System - Highway 101 Widening Project'' Vicinity of Clyde Avenue, Clinton
Street and Tamalpais Avenue.
Vote: all ayes.
(Extending completion date to March lst, 1969)
RE: APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER - File 9-2-6
Councilman Baar informed the council that Mr. James Dougan wished his name withdrawn for appointment
as a Councilman and requested he be appointed to the Planning Commission. Councilman Baar made the
motion, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to appoint Mr. Dougan to the Planning Commission.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
Noes: Councilmen: Barbier, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Absent: Councilmen: None
Motion failed.
The council directed the appointment be carried forward so that others would have the opportunity to sub-
mit their applications for appointment.
RE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 13-8
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. presented a proposed ordinance entitled ''Ordinance Prohibiting Loafing
or Loitering Upon Commercial Property'', and discussed with the council the recent decision by Judge
Goldstein that our Charter Ordinance No. 897 was unconstitutional. Mr. Allen Cox, Richard Less, Eric
Colby and Frank Solomon, attorney, all spoke regarding the affect on the Northgate area of Judge Gold -
stein's decision and requested the city take other steps to control their problem of malicious mischief,
individuals general disregard for law and order. They also informed the council of the numerous acts
which were causing distress to casual shoppers and to the merchants. The council asked Mr. Solomon if
he would care to collaborate with City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. to draft a new ordinance and he in-
dicated he would. It was so ordered.
RE: MARIN COUNTY COURT HOUSE - File 124
A resolution of intention by the City of San Rafael which assures its cooperation to cause proper devolop-
'ment of the square to maintain and improve the effectiveness of the business community was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3723 - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION
Vote: all ayes.
RE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 13-8
Letter from Julian W. Mack II was read by Councilman Jensen which objected to the use of the police
officers of San Rafael to provide special services for the Northgate Shopping Center was noted.
RE: SALES AND USE TAX - File 8-10
Letter from the City of Commerce regarding the allocation of sales tax that it be changed from place of
sale basis to per capita. This method of distribution would hurt the City of San Rafael considerably.
City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed to advise the City of Commerce of the City of San Raf,ael's
opinion.
RE: PARKING AND RECREATION FACILITIES - REGIONAL PARK - File 12-15
Park and Recreation Director, Andrew Snyder briefed the council by diagram of the proposed Regional Park
adjacent to the City of San Anselmo, a portion of Terra Linda and the County of Marin, the three en-
tities to obtain the area and participate in its development, and further described how it could be de-
veloped. The Council wished to continue the matter at a later date and Councilman Miskimen suggested
that Bill Kapranos be present to refresh their memories on the matter.
The matter was continued.
RE: CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - MICHAEL KIELMAN - FALSE ARREST - File 3-1
'Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to deny the claim and referred
to our insurance carrier.
Vote: all ayes.
RE: CLAIM FOR PERSONAL INJURIES - CLINTON LEON DONALDSON - File 3-1
The above claim is the liability of the San Rafael City Schools.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to deny the claim and referred to
the city's insurance carrier.
Vote: all ayes.
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RE: PERSONAL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, to place the following personnel on
the regular payroll to fill existing vacancies.
(a) Dale Palmer as Groundsman, commencing January 6, 1965 as the monthly salary of $525, 9A.
(b) Gary J. Mordue as Police Cadet, commencing January 1, 1969 at the monthly salary of
$390.00.
Vote: all ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 3724 - A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL FIXING THE COMPENSATION
FOR THE POSITION OF POLICE CADET AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 3679.
Vote: all ayes.
Items Held Over:
(a) License fees and other fees. - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business license study. - File 1-2 x 5-10
(c) Recreation Building Site. - File 12-5 x 12-15
(d) Sale of Union Street Property - File 2-2 x 2-7
(e) Regional Park - File 12-15
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated December 16th, 1968, and Advice on Payroll dated December 20th,
1968, and now on file in Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Claims: GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES FUND
CAPITAL IMPR. FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND
Payroll:
Council adjourndd.
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
$ 20,124.39
639.94
2,228.09
10,351.98
791.67
178.28
8,734.61 +8,749.42 = 17,484.03
14,655.53 -8,749.42 = 5,906.11
$ 57,704.49
$ 103,290.82
3,185.00
3,645.00
$ 110,120.82
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, January 6th, 1969 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Absent: Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of December 16th,
1968, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: COUNCIL - File 9-1 X J 0 -1-
Resignation
Resignation of Councilman L. H. ''Bud'' Baar from the City Council and from the Recreation and Parks Com-
mission was read. The Council accepted the resignation as presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to adopt Resolution No. 3725.
RESOLUTION NO. 3725 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - CLOSING AND ABANDONMENT OF CITY STREETS - McCOY ROAD AND BRET HARTE ROAD - File
3-5
City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell informed the council that there had been no objections to said abandon-
ment. Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles assured the council that the resolution of abandonment
was in order having added an easement for public utilities which was confirmed by City Clerk W. Clifford
Cornwell.
4 Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to adopt Resolution No. 3726.
RESOLUTION NO. 3726 - RESOLUTION ORDERING VACATION OF PARTS OF PUBLIC STREETS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettina%
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION - UP68-47 (d) MAGGIORA AND GHILOTTI
File 10-5
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the council on the present
conditions regarding UP68-47. Mr. Ghilotti addressed the council regarding the limited time of his per-
mit stating that he was unable to get financing to purchase the equipment to use on the proposed dump
and fill site, and brought up the difference in elevations to be filled to. Mr. Hotchner then briefed
the council on the three types of fill and the fill elevations. Lee Jordan,attorney representing Mr.
Bartel addressed the council as did Mr. Hugh Allen representing Quail Hill who are going to haul approxi
mately a quarter of a million yards of fill into the area. Mr. Barney Norwit, owner of the property
over which the trucks to the dump will be traveling said it is dangerous. Carlox Gonzalez, Engineer ex-
plained the settling of the fill from the fill elevation of 8 to elevation 4 in approximately thirty
years. The hearing was declared closed.
Councilman Jensen made a motion to extend the use permit for three years as a rubbish dump as filed by
Maggiora and Ghilotti.
Motion failed for the lack of a second.
Mayor Bettini continued the matter to January 20th, 1969 and requested City Attorney, David Menary, Jr.
to render his opinion as to whether or not a Use Permit for a dump may be granted for a period of six
months and automatically extended thereafter if the subject land lies within an assessment district that
may be formed within the six month period.
RE: ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS - 1550 LINCOLN AVENUE - File 3-3 General
City Manager, Dan Andersen informed the council that the building had been demolished. Both Mayor
Bettini and Councilman Barbier stated that the premises needed further cleaning and requested the City
Manager to check into the matter.
Mayor Bettini requested action be taken to abate the old house at the corner of Clorinda and Madrona
which is very dilapidated and should be considered a nuisance. The house in question is on County
Assessor's Parcel 12-211-02 and is owned by Marious Laborie et al, Carson City, Nevada. The Mayor re-
quested the the Building Inspector inspect the premises again.
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO 928 - Final Adoption - EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS - File 7-1
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 928 - An ordinance providing Health and Welfare Benefits to Elected Offices, and
numbering Charter Ordinance No. 928 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by
the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen
Absent: Councilmen: None
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RE: CASH BOND - SAN RAFAEL PARK UNIT THREE - TREE PLANTING - File 5-1-182
Parks and Recreation Director has accepted tree planting and recommends release of bond. Director of
Public Works, Norris Rawles also recommended that the cash bond be released and returned to the Sub-
divider.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to release said bond in the amount
of $825.00
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 13-8
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. presented an amendment to the curfew ordinance explaining that it de-
leted certain words which he felt were not constitutional, and recommended that the council adopt the
ordinance.
An ordinance establishing curfew for minors under the age of eighteen years, and numbering Charter Ordi-
nance No. 929 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. reported that he and Mr. Solomon were working on a new ordinance on
loitering and also that they were waiting for a metes and bounds description of the Northgate Shopping
area so that they could apply the vehicle code on that area.
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RE: PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY - RATE CHANGE APPLICATION - File 9-7
Letter from the Pacific Gas and Electric Company regarding their Application No. 50779 filed with the
California Public Utilities Commission requesting that it be authorized to increase its rates and
charges for gas services was noted.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY AND LOSS OF BUSINESS - GHIRARDO ENTERPRISES, INC, d.b.a.
FISH AND CHIP SHOP - File 3-1
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to refer the above claim to our
insurance carrier.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER - File 9-2-6, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - File 9-2-4,
COUNCILMAN - File 9-1
The council requested that the appointment of a Planning Commissioner, a member of the Parks and Recrea-
tion Commission and appointment of a Councilman to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Council-
man Baar and Carl Brown, Planning Commission be put on the agenda of the council meeting to be held on
January 20th, 1969.
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - CITY STREETS - PARKING LOTS AND OFF-STREET PARKING - TRAFFIC SURVEY
AND ONE-WAY STREET SYSTEMS - File 11-8 x 12-14 x 11-13 x 11-14
City Manager, Dan Andersen informed the council that the County would participate approximately 25% in
the cost of the proposed traffic and parking survey to be made by D. Jackson Faustman, Consulting Traffic
Engineer. Cost estimated at $4,000.00.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the Mayor and City
Clerk to sign a contract with D. Jackson Faustman.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: SALARY AND WAGES - File 7-3
The council requested City Manager, Dan Andersen to review with the Police Department the Cadets salary
and Job Classification as set forth in Resolution No. 3724. This item to be on the January 20th agenda.
Councilman MiLskimen retired from the meeting.
RE: AIR POLLUTION - File 13-4
Former Councilman Dr. Charles W. Aby addressed the council regarding the backyard burning in San Rafael
informing the council that the Bay Area Air Pollution Control District was going to meet on Wednesday
to set dates for public hearings on the backyard burning. Dr. Aby informed the council that he thought
that prohibiting backyard burning in San Rafael at the present time was a little premature.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, directing City Manager, Dan
Andersen to write the Control District and inform them that the position of the City of San Rafael had
not changed since informing them a year ago at the hearing that San Rafael was not in favor of prohibit-
ing backyard burning.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Miskimen
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'ITEMS HELD OVER:
(a) License Fees and other fees - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Golf Course - File 12-15
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All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated January 6th, 1969, and Advice on Payroll dated January 3rd,
1969, and now on file in Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
CLAIMS: GENERAL FUND $ 35,494.75
PARKS FUND 628.90
LIBRARY FUND 1,214.90
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 10,901.22
EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT FUND 1,526.03
STORES FUND 68.42
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 4,627.99
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND 354.51
$ 54,816.72
PAYROLL: GENERAL FUND $ 83,028.91
PARKS FUND 3,019.42
LIBRARY FUND 3,541.75
$_89,590-08
Council adjourned to Monday, January 20th, 1969.
W. CLIFFORD 4CORNWELL, City C
e
Approved thisc '`day of 19 lO
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, January 20th, 1969 at 8;00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
Present: C. Paul Bettini , Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen , Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
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RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, the minutes of January 6th, 1969,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
{-- RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION - UP68-47 (d), MAGGIORA AND GHILOTTI
- File 10-5
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City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. gave his opinion on the automatic extension of Use Permit (Maggiora and
Ghilotti UP 68-47 (d) as requested by the City Council at their meeting of January 6th, 1969. Mr.
Menary's opinion was that it could be granted and extended automatically.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, that the appeal of Elmo V.
Maggiora and Henry J. Ghilotti is sustained and Use Permit No. 68-47 (d) is hereby granted to Elmo V.
Maggiora and Henry J. Ghilotti subject to all of the terms and conditions heretofore imposed by the
Planning Commission except that the term of said use permit shall expire on the 9th day of July, 1969,
except that if within said period,the subject land lies within a special assessment district which has
been completely and legally formed for the purpose of providing drainage for the area in which the sub-
ject land lies, the term of said use permit shall be automatically extended so that it shall continue to
and expire on the 9th of January, 1972.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PARKING AND PARKING LIMITS - CITY STREETS - File 11-8
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 927 - An ordinance changing restrictions on curb markings, and numbering Charter
Ordinance No. 927 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote,
to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 13-8
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 929 - An ordinance establishing curfew for minors under the age of eighteeen years,
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 929 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael
by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen andMayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
IRE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 11-1 x 13-8
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. informed the Council that he had prepared an ordinance which would apply
the provisions of the Vehicle Code of the State of California to certain privately owned and maintained
roads. The property referred to was that of the Northgate Shopping Center No. 1. The City Attorney also
informed the council that the necessary description had been obtained and that a public hearing must be
held on the matter and the owner of the property should be notified ten days prior to the enactment of
the ordinance. Monday, the 3rd day of February, 1969 was set as the date for a public hearing. City
Clerk. W. Clifford Cornwell was directed to serve the notice of the public hearing on the owner of the
parcel. (At consent of owner, notice served on Richard Less).
SANITARY SEWER STUDY - File 12-6 x 4-3-0.3S
Dominic Selmi, Engineer with Dan Coleman and Associates addressed the council regarding the sewer study
being made by his firm. Mr. Selmi briefed the council on the history of the sewer system of San Rafael,
and then produced photos showing the manholes which were lifted off by overloading of the sewer lines,
together with photographs taken with the aid of a television camera. Also photos taken during the smoke
test showing illegal roof drains and leaks through poorly constructed laterals, many of them being on pri-
vate property. He also stated that many of the sewers were in excellent shape and should be sufficient
for sanitary purposes but were being overloaded by infiltration, and suggested means of correction. Mr.
Selmi gave a resume of the cost which totalled approximately $1,825,000.00. The council discussed obtain-
ing funds from HUD and requested City Manager, Dan Andersen to cooperate with Mr. Selmi, and make a com-
plete report at the next council meeting.
Councilman Jensen requested that an investigation be made as to obtaining Federal or other funds to help
finance other suggested projects.
RE: PURCHASE OF OPERATIVE (REAL PROPERTY) - File 2-7.1
.The council discussed the moving of the existing sanitary pump station from its present location due to
the relocation of the Highway. Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles informed the council that the
State would pay a certain amount of the cost of its relocation, and estimated that the cost might run as
high as $250,000.00. Councilman Jensen and Mayor Bettini members of the Sanitation District stated that
the State of California had some surplus property at Second and Irwin Streets, and suggested that the
council purchase same at a $1.00 per square foot. There being approximately 2500 square feet, at a cost
of $2,500. They also suggested that the money for said purchase should come from the fund set up by Chin
Ho for the beautification of the entrance into San Rafael.
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Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, that the city negotiate with the
State of California for the purchase of the property at the stipulated price.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: FREEWAYS AND STATE HIGHWAYS - File 11-6
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles gave a verbal report on the fact that Rice Lane will be closed
when the New Viaduct is constructed, and stated that there was a possibility that more right-of-way might
be obtained from the NWP for a service road into the Bret Harte area. The council requested Director
of Public Works, Norris Rawles, City Manager, Dan Andersen and City Engineer, Ely Caillouette, Jr. to
meet with Mr. Hart of the Highway Department and discuss such possibility.
RE: PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES - File 12-15
City Manager, Dan Andersen informed the council that he had received proposals for the economic study of
the proposed golf course and informed the council that he only had one of each and they should be cir-
culated through the council for their. study.
The council requested that action on the golf course be carried forward.
RE: ELECTIONS - GENERAL MUNICIPAL - APRIL 15th, 1969 - File 9-4 X /-f
Mayor Bettini requested that on the above election there be placed four amendments on the ballot to
appoint instead of elect the position of City Clerk and Assessor, City Treasurer and Tax Collector,
Chief of Police and City Attorney.
Motion was made by Counciman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to place the amendments to the
Charter as suggested by Mayor Bettini on the ballot.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
The council discussed placing on the ballot Propositions for Bond Issues for Sanitary Sewers, Recreation
and Fire Station. The different departments were requested to submit a complete report at the February
3rd council meeting.
City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell presented resolutions prepared by Assistant County Counsel Richard Godino
for the consolidation of a special election for membership on the Marin County Board of Education, a
resolution of the Marin Junior College District Governing Board, and a resolution of the Dixie School Dis-
trict to consolidate their elections with the San Rafael City Election to be held on April 15th, 1969.
RESOLUTION NO. 3727 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE SAN RAFAEL ORDERING CONSOLIDATION OF A
SPECIAL ELECTION FOR MEMBERSHIP ON THE MARIN COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SET FOR
APRIL 15, 1969, WITH THE SAN RAFAEL CITY ELECTION CALLED FOR THE SAME DAY.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 3728 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF SAN RAFAEL ORDERING CONSOLIDATION OF THE MARIN
JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER ELECTION WITH THE SAN RAFAEL CITY
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON APRIL 15, 1969.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 3729 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF SAN RAFAEL ORDERING CONSOLIDATION OF THE DIXIE
SCHOOL DISTRICT GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER ELECTION WITH THE SAN RAFAEL CITY ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON APRIL 15, 1969.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
The City Clerk also presented a resolution requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marin to
permit the County Clerk to render specified services relating to the conducting of the election as pre-
pared by our City Attorney.
RESOLUTION NO. 3730 - RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF MARIN TO PERMIT THE
COUNTY CLERK OF THE COUNTY OF MARIN TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES RELATING TO THE
CONDUCT OF AN ELECTION.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CLAIM FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE - BUDGET RENT -A -CAR - File 3-1
Claim of Budget Rent-A-Car in the amount of $147.00, a 1969 Mercury which was damaged as a result of
being hit by a cut cable was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to deny the claim and referred to
our insurance carrier for their recommendation.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
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RE: CLAIM OF JAMES W. CARLTON - DAMAGE TO AUTOMOBILE - File 3-1
City Manager, Dan Andersen was directed to request Mr. Carlton to contact his own insurance company which
is probably covered under the comprehensive portion of his policy.
RE: CLAIM FOR PERSONAL INJURIES - CLIFFORD AND DORIS M. STURGEON - File 3-1
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to refer the claim as referred to
in the amount of $514,541.80 to our insurance carrier.
RE: GREYHOUND BUS LINES - NOTICE OF PROPOSED INCREASE ON MAINLINE PASSENGER FARE - File 9-5-G
Notice received from Western Greyhound Lines of their application before the California Public Utility
Commission for the increase of a mainline passenger fare was noted.
RE: PARKING LOTS AND OFF-STREET PARKING - File 12-14
Letter from Eleanor A. Hartz with four suggestions regarding payment of parking fee at the parking lot at
lSecond and Lincoln. City Manager, Dan Andersen informed the council that he was investigating Mrs.
Hartz's suggestion.
RE: ZONING AND REZONING - File 10-3
The Planning Commission recommended an amendment to our zoning ordinance to delete circuses and carnivals
from those uses for which a use permit is required. Date for a public hearing was set for February 3rd,
1969.
RE: CITY COUNCIL - File 9-1
The council discussed the numerous applications they had received for appointment to the council.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to appoint Fred C. Robbins, Jr. to
fill the unexpired term of Louis H. ''Bud'' Baar, effective Monday, February 3rd, 1969.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: None
RE: APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER - File 9 -
Appointment of Planning Commissioner held over to February 3rd, 1969.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSIONER - File 9-2-4
Appointment of Park and Recreation Commissioner held over to February 3rd, 1969.
RE: SALARY AND WAGES (CADETS) - File 7-3
The council discussed the salary and hours worked in comparison with otFe r cities.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, to correct salary of the last
cadet hired to $453.00 a month. This is to be the last cadet hires at this rate of pay.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Maycr Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: None
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7 -5 -
The council discussed the Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board, State of California Findings and Awards
Report on Police Chief, Charles J. Chiesa which awarded the Chief 75% disability on account of his heart
condition. Report noted.
RE: SAN RAFAEL GENERAL PLAN - File 115
City Manager, Dan Andersen addressed the council regarding a proposed subdivision in East San Rafael
where an actual survey on the ground conflicts with the adopted general plan of the area. City Planner,
Herbert Hotchner briefed the council on the general plan stating that it was a concept as to how the area
should be developed, and that if the actual survey deviated from the location on the plan but maintained
the provisions as delineated it would be permissible.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to approve the surveyed location
subject to the approval of the Planning Commission and City Attorney.
ITEMS HELD OVER:
(a) License Fees and other fees. - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study. - File 1-2 x 9-10
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated January 20th, 1969, and Advice onPayroll dated January 20th,
1969, and now on file in Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
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CLAIMS: GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENTFUND
STORES FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. ONE FUND
SALES TAX FUND
PAYROLL:
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
$ 13,020.60
551.24
3,460.84
10,369.75
4,163.47
342.75
4,984.57
248,150.41
844.08
35.67
$ 285,923.38
$ 77,025.77
3,378.84
3,636.00
$
040. 61
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W. CLIFFORD CORNWELL, City Clerk -
Approved this z day of 19�.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, February 3rd, 1969 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
Tape Cl - Side 2
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, the minutes of January 20th,
1969, a tyke and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: COUNCIL - File 9-1
Mayor C. Paul Bettini requested City Clerk, W. Clifford Cornwell to swear in Fred C. Robbins, Jr. as a
Councilman who was appointed to fill out the term of L. H. "Bud" Baar. Mr. Robbins took the oath and
assumed the duties as Councilman.
RE: ZONING AND REZONING - File 10-3 PH Tape 1- Side 1 - 1411 - 1441
Hearing was declared opened. Section 14.72.02.0 (A) is amended in order to delete circuses and carnivals
from those uses for which a use permit is required. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner briefed the council
on the matter and presented an ordinance to accomplish the above. There being on one appearing for or
against, the hearing was declared closed.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, Zoning, of the San Rafael Municipal Code by
amending Section 14.72.020(a) in order to delete circuses and carnivals from those uses for which a use
permit is required, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 930 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to
print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 11-1 x 13-8 PH Tape 1 - Side 1 - 1441 - 1490
Hearing was declared opened. City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. presented an ordinance which would apply
the provisions of the vehilce code of the State of California to the property referred to as the North -
gate Shopping Center No. 1. Notice to the owner of the privately owned and maintained roads described on
Exhibit "A" which was attached to said notice. Receipt of said notice being acknowledged ten days prior
to the date of the public hearing. There being no one either appearing for or against, the hearing was
declared closed.
An ordinance applying the provisions of the vehicle code of the State of California to certain privately
owned and maintained roads, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 931 was read, introduced, and ordered
passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ELECTIONS - GENERAL MUNICIPAL - APRIL 15, 1969 - File 9-4
The council discussed several proposed bond propositions to be placed on the ballot and concluded that
there was not enough time to fully prepare the propositions to be placed on the April l5th General
Election.
The council discussed matters relating to the golf course and the feasibility study which is to be made.
Councilman Jensen suggested that a proposition be placed on the ballot for the people to decide whether
they wanted a golf course or not. It was suggested by other members of the council that the proposition
be delayed until they had received the feasibility study and in all probability there would be a special
election in the future.
Councilman Jensen made the motion, seconded by Councilman Barbier, that a proposition be put on the ballot
wheterh the people of San Rafael want a municipally operated golf course - Yes or No.
Ayes: Councilmen Barbier, Jensen, and Robbins
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen and Mayor Bettini
Absent: Councilmen: None
Note: The above motion is a policy statement and is not specifically tied to the April 15th election.
The council discussed a four year term instead of the present two year term of the Mayor.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to place a charter amendment pro-
position on the April 15th ballot to change the term of the Mayor from two years to four years.
�- Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
jNoes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
The council discussed the increasing of commissions that have five members to seven members.
Councilman Jensen made the motion, seconded by Councilman Barbier, that a proposition to amend the
charter be placed on the April 15th ballot to increase the number of members of the Library Board, Park
and Recreation Commission and Fire Commission from five members to seven members.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
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City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. was directed to prpare the necessary resolutions to be presented at the
regular meeting of February 17th.
RE: SANITARY SEWER STUDY - File 12-6 x 4-3-35
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles briefed the council on a meeting with Mr. Selmi and a member of
HUD regarding the city making a preliminary application for funds to assist in the rehabilitation of the
underground sewer system in San Rafael, and requested that he be authorized to sign the preliminary
application in behalf of the city. He also informed the council that they would probably learn in thirty
to forty-five days after the preliminary application if the city could be eligible to apply for financial
assistance through HUD.
Motion was na de by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing Director of Public
Works, Norris Rawles to submit the preliminary application for the full amount of money to do the job.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: 85 FOOT ARTICULATING ARM - ELEVATING PLATFORM AERIAL TRUCK - File 4-2-79
Fire Ch.+ef, Vance Trivett presented specifications for an 85 Foot Articulating Arm Elevating Platform
Aerial Truck with attached bid form and also an invitation to bid on various fire department apparatus.
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Jensen, approving the specifications as
outlined in the -invitation to bid.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 3734 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
TO BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR FIRE APPARATUS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT - THOMAS SILMAN - 138 HILLSIDE AVENUE, SAN RAFAEL - File 2-11
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented an application for an encroachment prmit to construct
P.C.C. driveway ramp and wing walls 25 feet long by 5 feet encroachment. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner
added further comments on the application.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to grant Encroachment Permit No.
170.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen and Maxtor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Robbins
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CLINTON STREET - File 11-16 x 2-2
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a resolution of intention to accept approximately 200
feet of new street to be constructed under current highway project for access to three parcels to be
constructed by Division of Highways, and later relinquished to the City of San Rafael.
RESOLUTION NO. 3731 - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACCEPT NEW STREET. (Clinton Street)
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ELECTIONS - File 9-4
Resolution prepared by the City Attorney authorizing the canvass of the returns of the General Municipal
Election of April 15th was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 3732 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANVASS OF THE RETURNS OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MARIN COUNTY COURTHOUSE TRAFFIC SURVEY AND JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF MARIN - File 124 x
11-13 x 4-13-��j
City Manager, Dan Andersen presented a Joint Powers Agreement with the County of Marin in which the
County agrees to pay 25% of the cost of a parking feasibility study including the development of a 500
to 600 car parking garage on the Courthouse site. Study to be made by D. Jackson Faustman.
Motion was made by Councilman Robbins, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizng the Mayor and City
Clerk to sign the above referred to Joint Powers Agreement,
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
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RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Section 14.76.040 (b) so as to change the word 'Chapter'' to the word ''Title'' and thereby clarify that
said reference applies to the entirety of Title 14. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner informed the coun-
cil that this was strictly a technical change.
Date for public hearing was set for February 17th, 1969.
RE: CITY COUNCIL - ELECTION OF VICE-PRESIDENT - File 9-1
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to elect Councilman Jensen Vice -
President of the Council.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PLANNING COMMISSION - File 9-2-6
There are two vacancies on said commission caused by the resignation of Carl Brown and by the appoint-
ment of Fred C. Robbins, Jr. to the City Council.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to appoint James Dougan to fill the
unexpired term of Fred Robbins.
Ayes: Councilmen:Barbier, Jensen and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: Miskimen and Robbins
Absent: Councilmen: None
Motion was made by Councilman Miskimen, seconded by Councilman Robbins, to appoint Lawrence E. Mulryan
to fill the unexpired term of Carl Brown.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Note: Term of James Dougan will expire 7/71. Term of Lawrence Mulryan will expire 7/69.
Mr. James Mahoney of #5 Sierra Circle addressed the council regarding the appointiing of a representative
of the building industry on the Planning Commission.
RE: PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION - File 9-2-4
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, to appoint Roy Rbodes to the Commission. Councilman Jensen's
motion failed for the lack of a second.
Appointment was carried over to the meeting of February 17th, 1969.
RE: ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR FIREMEN - File 7-4
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to adopt the certified eligibility
list for firemen dated February 1st, 1969.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, "Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: FREEWAYS AND STATE HIGHWAYS - File 11-16
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles advised the council and invited them to meet with the Design
Engineers of the Freeways of San Rafael to discuss the entrance to Rice Lane. Meeting to be held on
Wednesday, February 5th, 1969. The Council requested that Clarence DeLong be invited to the meeting.
RE: LANDSLIDES - File 126
Councilman Jensen brought the council's attention to the slides on Scenic Way and asked the City Attor-
ney if the residents whose land was sliding down on the street were liable for damage to the street or
the property on the other side of the street. Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles informed the
council that he had written to the property owners whose lands were sliding and also had a soils en-
gineer out to inspect the situation.
The council requested the Public Works Director to submit copies of his letters to the City Attorney
for his appraisal.
RE: FIRE COMMISSION - File 9-2-5 x 102
Resignation of Commissionr W. C. Herup was presented. Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded
by Councilman Barbier, to accept Mr. Herup's resignation with regrets.
RESOLUTION NO. 3733 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION TO FIRE COMMISSIONER W. C. HERUP.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
The council requested that the matter of appointment of a Commissioner to replace Mr. Herup be placed
on the agenda of February 17th, 1969.
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RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Robbins, to place the following on the re-
gular payroll:
(a) Cecilia M. Labagh as Parking Enforcement Officer commencing February 1, 1969 at
the monthly salary of $476.00, (7-A), to fill existing vacancy.
(b) Sandra Jean Testa as Parking Enforcement Officer commencing February 15, 1969 at
the monthly salary of $476.00, (7-A), to fill existing vacancy.
(c) Howard C. Gold as Fireman commencing February 1, 1969, at the monthly salary of $670,
(14-A), to fill existing vacancy.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to pay John Camelow for his over-
time service during the recent storm and they requested that he be personally thanked for his efforts.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier,, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
ITEMS HELD OVER
(a) License fees and other fees. - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Municipal Golf Course - File 12-15
(d) Charter Changes - City Attorney's report and necessary resolution will be presented at the
meeting of February 17th. - File 9-4
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported that the personnel job classifications and wage study was ready to
be put into book form and the other reports would be submitted to the council very shortly.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on warrants dated February 3rd, 1969, and Advice on Payroll dated February 5th,
1969, and now on file in Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
CLAIMS: GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
STORES
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKING DISTRICT NO. ONE FUND
PAYROLL: GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
Council adjourned to Monday, February 17th, 1969.
$ 51,496.71
511.14
1,326.48
844.73
797.28
1,710.53
1,668.65
$ 58,355.52
$ 82,968.93
3,447.50
3,702.62
$ 90,119.05
Approved this IA day of 49�.
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MAYOR OF THE CITY 6F SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, February 17th, 1969 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting: Not Recorded Present: C. Paul Bettini, Mayor
Harry A. Barbier, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
John A. Miskimen, Councilman
Fred C. Robbins, Jr., Councilman
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Robbins, the minutes of February 3rd,1969,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted to each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - SECTION 14.76.040 (b) - File 10-3 Not Recorded
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Herbert Hotchner informed the council that the amend-
ment only chaged the word ''Chapter'' to the word ''Title'' thereby simply clariying that the reference
applies to the entirety of Title 14. There being no one appearing either for or against, the hearing was
declared closed.
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, Zoning, of the San Rafael Municipal Code by
amending Section 14.76.040(b) in order to change the word ''Chapter'' to the word ''Title'' and thereby
clarify that said reference applies to the entirety of Title 14, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 932
was read, introduced and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ZONING AND REZONG - SECTION 14.72.020 (a) - File 10-3
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 930 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Title 14, Zoning, of the San
Rafael Municipal Code by amending Section 14.72.020 (a) in order to delete circuses and carnivals from
those uses fro which a use permit is required, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 930 was passed and
adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MISDEMEANOR CONTROL - File 11-1 x 13-8
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 931 - An ordinance applying the provisions of the vehicle code of the State of
California to certain privately owned and maintained roads, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 931 was
�--, passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ELECTIONS - GENERAL MUNICIPAL - APRIL 15, 1969 - File 9-4
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. presented a resolution proposing amendments to the chzrter as proposed
by the council.
RESOLUTION NO. 3735 - RESOLUTION PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AND SUB-
MITTING THE SAME TO THE ELECTORS OF SAID CITY AND ORDERING THE PUBLICATION THEREOF.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: FIRE COMMISSION - File 9-2-5
Motion was made by Councilman Barbier, seconded by Councilman Miskimen, to appoint Rafael G. D.ufficy,Jr.
to fill the -vacancy on the Fire Commission caused by the resignation of Mr. W. C. Herup.
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Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
r Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION - File 9-2-4
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to appoint Roy Rhodes to fill the
vacancy created by the resignation of former Councilman L. H. ''Bud'' Baar.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Note: Term will expire October, 1972.
RE: SIGNS - UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, VOLUME V - File 125 x 1-16
Chief Building Inspector, Jack Coates briefed the council on the Uniform Building Code, Volume V, Signs
with Certain Changes, additions and deletions thereto, and Repealing Chapters 16.08, 16.12, 16.16 and
16.20.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to pass the ordinance to print.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
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City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. stated that the ordinance should be read by title only first. Council-
man Jensen made the motion, seconded by Councilman Robbins, to rescind the first motion passing the ordi-
nance to print.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Motion made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to read the ordinance by title only.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
City Attorney, David Menary, Jr. read the proposed title of the ordinance.
An ordinance amending Title 16 of the San Rafael Municipal Code by amending Chapter 16.04 to adopt by
reference the 1967 Edition of the Uniform Building Code, Volume V, Signs with Certain Changes, Additions
and Deletions thereto, and repealing Chapters 16.08, 16.12, 16.16 and 16.20, and numbering Charter Ordi-
nance No. 933 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent;Councilmen: None
Date for public hearing was set for March 17th, 1969.
RE: PARKING AND OFF-STREET PARKING - File 12-14
City Manager, Dan Andersen discussed with the council of charging a monthly rental for parking in the
Second and Lindaro lot and the Second and Lincoln Avenue lot.
Motion was made by Councilman Robbins, seconded by Councilman Jensen, authorizing the City Manager to
charge $7.50 per month for parking privileges in the above referred to lots.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: None
RE: PURCHASE OF OPERATIVE REAL PROPERTY - File 2-7.1
City Manager, Dan Andersen requested approval of appropriation in the amount of $2,500.00 to purchase the
surplus property at the corner of the Irwin off ramp and the San Rafael Canal. The City Manager informed
the council that there was a Bill before Legislature which provides that surplus properties in a city,
as a result of realignment of Highway, the city could request that it be given to the city for publice
use, and if Bill passed we would request that the city be reimbursed.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, authorizing the appropriation of
$2500.00 for the purchase of said property.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: None
RE: ENCROACHMENT ON CITY LANDS FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY - File 2-11
City Manager, Dan Andersen informed the council that the Marin Municipal Water District and leased their
property at Second and Grand, and that the lessee was considering sub -leasing a portion, and that there
was a probability that ownership of the old creek bed could be in the name of the city, and city would be
entitled to a portion of the rent. Request from the Marin Municipal Water District is for the city to
accept a continuance of the lease should it become the landlord. The amount of property involved is a
small portion of the total. The matter was postponed for two weeks for further investigation.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO. 171 - APPLICANT, BETTER HOMES CONSTRUCTION, 146 PAUL DRIVE, SAN RAFAEL - File
-E-11
Request from Better Homes Construction for an encroachment permit to construct two concrete ramps and re-
taining walls with wing walls to encroach 5 feet by 28 inces and 6 feet by 28 inches due to the existence
of two large trees on the property line.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Robbins, approving Encroachment Permit No.
171.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: None
RE: PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES - File 12-15
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a Preliminary Schematic Plan for the extension of
Montecillo Road through Manuel T. Freitas Park which is engineered to create a pedestrian undercrossing.
The Council unanimously approved the preliminary plans, and directed the Engineering Department to pro-
ceed with the construction plans.
RE: TERRA LINDA #23 - File 5-1-173
Director of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported that the Department of Public Works of the County of
Marin had requested that the City remove a One Foot Non -access strip in Terra Linda Unit #23 which would
allow the subdivision entitled ''Terra Linda Terrace'' to connect to a city street.
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Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to pass a resolution removing the
One Foot Non -Access strip in Terra Linda Unit #23 upon the approval by the County of the final map of
Terra Linda Terrace.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CELEBRATIONS AND CEREMONIES - File 104
Letter from the American National Red Cross informing the council that March had been designated "Red
Cross Month" across the nation, and requested that the Red Cross flag be flown over the San Rafael City
offices for the month of March, and they would be pleased to provide the flag.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to approve their request.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins, and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - File 10-3
Recommendation by the Planning Commission:
Text Amendment of Section 14.92.020-1 so as to permit rezoning fees to be set by the council.
Text Amendment of Section 14.60.020b to clarify the uses permitted in an Unclassified District.
Text Amendment of Section 14.88.010 so as to eliminate automatic expiration of permits and make explicit
the procedure for setting expiration dates on actions taken by the Planning Commission.
Public hearing on the above three proposed amendments was set for March 3rd, 1969.
RE: CLAIM FOR PERSONAL INJURIES AND PROPERTY DAMAGES - File 3-1
Claim from the United States Fidelity Company of 120 Montgomery Street, San Francisco in the amount of
$791.00, special claims to date of the accident which occurred on Palm Avenue and Olive AvertUe where a
tree fell on the hood of a car causing total damages, was presented.
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Robbins, to deny the claim and referred to
our insurance carrier.
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CONSERVATION - File 13-14
Council directed City Manager, Dan Andersen to get what information there is regarding the drilling for
oil wells in the Bay adjacent to San Rafael and requested that it be placed on the agenda for March 3rd,
1969.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Motion was made by Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Barbier, to place John Pearle Wise on the
regular payroll as a Sweeper Operator commencing February 6, 1969 at the monthly salary of $608.00
(Range 12 -Step A).
Ayes: Councilmen: Barbier, Jensen, Miskimen, Robbins and Mayor Bettini
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
ITEMS HELD OVER:
(a) License Fees and Other Fees - File 1-2 x 9-10
(b) Business License Study - File 1-2 x 9-10
(c) Municipal Golf Course - File 12-15
The council agreed to meet in the Council Chambers on Monday, the 24th day of February at 7:30 P.M. to
discuss reclassification of positions and possible salary adjustments.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated February 17th, 1969, and Advice on Payroll dated February 20th,
1969, and now on file in Finance office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars.
CLAIMS: GENERAL FUND
$ 14,729.85
PARKS FUND
936.79
LIBRARY FUND
1,179.87
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND
16,897.94
EQUIPMENT AND REPLACEMENT FUND
8,735.82
STORES FUND
157.28
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
4,313.23
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND
600.00
$ T7,550. 78
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Payroll;
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND
PARKS FUND
LIBRARY FUND
W. CLIFFO
$ 78,200.67
3,447-50
3,522.38
$ 85,170.55
CORNWELL, City",�Qer
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Approved this/ -27'—"O" day of 1 g.
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL