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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 7th, 1960 at 8:00
o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting: Present: Charles W. Aby, Acting Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
RE: MINUTES APPROVED Absent: John F. McInnis, Mayor
On motion of Councilman Jebseih, seconded by Councilman 1"lenary, the minutes
of the adjourned regular meeting of October 17th, 1960, a true and correct copy
thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member, were
approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - GEISTER ANNEXATION
Public hearing on Geister Annexation was opened. No protest being fled
and no one appearing in opposition to annexation, public hearing was closed.
An ordinance approving the annexation to the City of San Rafael of certain un-
inhabited territory to be known as the "Geister Annexation", and numbering
Charter Vrdinance No. 723 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by
the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor McInnis
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - COUNCIL PROPOSED ANNEXATION NO. 1 - UNINHABITED TERRITORY TERRA
LINDA
Public hearing on Couzccil Proposed Annexation No. 1 for Uninhabited territory,
Terra Linda was declared opened.
No protest were filed and no one appearing in opposition to the annexation,
pub-lic hearing was closed.
An ordinance approving the annexation to the City of San Rafael of certain
uninhabited territory to be known as "Council Proposed Annexation No. l,and
numbering Charter Ordinance No. 724 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to
print by the f ollowin m vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor McInnis
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - MUNICIPAL CODE l—
Public hearing on adoption of the Municipal Code was opened. The matter was
discussed by the Council and ordered continued to Monday, November 21st, at
8:00 o'clock P. M.
RE: FIRE CHIEF - CLARENCE M. JOHANSEN
On behalf of San Rafael Fire Commission and the Council, Councilman Baar pre
sented retiring Fire Chief Clarence M. Johansen with a Resolution of Commendation
for his many years of service to the City of San Rafael.
Chief Johansen thanked the Council and the officials of the City for cooperation
extended to him during his term as Chief of San Rafael Fire Department.
RE: WELCOME SIGN TO SAN RAFAEL ,
Robert Nelson, member of the Recreation and Park Commission of the San Rafae
Chamber of Commerce spoke to the Council requesting that the City participate in
the cost of erecting welcome signs to the City of San Rafael.
City Attorney, A. E. BaFrshaw informed the Council of Charter provisions limiting
amounts of money that could be spent for public advertising.
RE: TERRA LINDA COMMUNITY ANNEXATION
Petition for annexation filed by proponents for the annexation of Terra Linda
Community was presented together with the City Clerk's Certificate certifying to
the sufficiency of signatures on the petition. After discussion by the Council,
the matter was ordered continued to Council meeting of November 21st, 1960.
RE: PROPOSED PARK STREET IMPROVEMENT FROM MISSION AVENUE TO BELLE AVENUE
Estimate of cost for improvement of Park Street, Mission Avenue to Belle
Avenue was presented by Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles.
Referred to Public Works Department with instructions to notify property owners
of the cost estimate and the amount of the property owners' share in the cost of
the proposed improvement.
RE: SEWER EASEMENTS
Grants of right-of-way for maintenance of public sanitary sewer by Lois M.
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and John C. Roche, Jr., and Phillip Kelly and Iris M. Kelly were presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2412 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF SEWER EASEMENT. (John C. Roche, Jr.
and Lois M. Roche)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor McInnis
RESOLUTION NO. 2413 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF SEWER EASEMENT. (Phillip Kelly and
Iris M. Kelly)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor McInnis
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 730 - GRAVES AND ENCH - PROFESSIONAL CENTER PARKWAY
Public hearing was set for 8:00 o'clock P. M., Monday, November 21st, on
appeal from Planning Commission's decision on Permit No. 730 by Dr. William S.
Neal.
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 731 - MOBIL OIL CORPORATION
Held over pending combletion of traffic study.
RE: EXTENSION OF SUMP AGREEMENT WITH NORTHWESTERN PACIFIC RAILROAD PROPERTY
Supplemental Agreement for the extension of an Agreement dated October 20th,
1952 covering Grant of Permission to the City to construct and maintain a sump
on Northwestern Pacific Railroad Property to October 20th, 1960 was presented.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council
authorized execution of the Agreement by the Mayor and City Clerk.
RE: PORTION OF MANUEL T. FREITAS PARKWAY SUBDIVISION
Final map for portion of Manuel T. Freitas Parkway Subdivision was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2414 - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION ENTITLED "PORTION
OF MANUEL T. FREITAS PARKWAY".
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor McInnis
RE: NORTHGATE SHOPPING CENTER CASH BOND
In accordance with recommendation of the City Engineer, the Council authorized
release of 57,702.78 df cash bond deposited with the City Treasurer to Northgate
Shopping Center.
RE: DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS - CITY TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR OFFICE li
Request of A. J. Soldavini, City Treasurer and Tax Coll ctor for thedestruc-
tion of obsolete records under her charge was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2415 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN CITY RECORDS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Nienary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: iiaycr McInnis
RE: POLICE DEPARTMENT 0j
A proposed ordinance relating to the training of law enforcement officers
was presented.
An ordinance acceptin7 the requirements of Section 13522 of the Penal Code
relating to training of law enforcement officers, and numbering Charter ordinance
No. 725 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote,
to -wit:
Ayes Councilmen: Aby, Baar, 'Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor McInnis
RE: JOINT AGREEMENT - LATIPAC-PERINI, CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AND SAN RAFA-L SANITATION DIS-
TRICT
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw, presented an agreement prepared by Councty
Council of Marin, jointly between Latipac-Perini Development Company, San Rafael
Sanitation District and the City of San Rafael rela'ive to sanitation sewerage
facilities and read a letter addressed by the County Council to the San Rafael
Sanitation District explaining terms of the agreement.
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Mayor and City t
�f Clerk were authoirzed to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
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Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Mayor McInnis
RE: FIRE DEPARTMENTr/_ �,
Councilman Baar, Chairman of the San Rafael Fire Commission reported to
the Council on the recommendations of the Fire Commission relative to appoint-
ment of a Fire Chief to succeed Clarence M. Johansen, retired.
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the Council by
unanimous vote, appointed Vance Trivett as Fire Chief of the San Rafael Fire
Department for a probationary period of one (1) year at salary of $800.00 per
month.
RE: GENERAL PLAN FOR CITY OF SAN RAFAEL 1- I
Discuss on of proposed General Plan for City of San Rafael was ordered held
over.
RE: PROPOSED ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR ROUTE 69 - FRONTAGE ROAD
Proposal of Harry Heifetz Company for formation of an assessment district
along Francisco Boulevard was referred to Planning Commission for study and
recommendation,
RE: CANCELLATION OF TAXES
Upon request of the City Clerk, the Council authorized cancellation of
City taxes on property purchased by the City of San Rafael from Hilma E. and
Lloyd H. Berendsen described as Parcels 16-161-34 and 16-161-36 on County
Assessment Rolls. The property was deeded to the City, and recorded October
25, 1960 in Official Records, Book 1393, Page 145•
The Council directed the City Clerk request cancellation of County taxes on
these parcels.
RE: PACIFIC GAS 4ND ELECTRIC SERVICE RISER PIPE
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented agreements with the
Pacific Gas & Electric Company, and the City of San Rafael covering service
riser pipes for service at Boyd Park, Third & "A" Streets, Second & "A" Streets
and Third & "B" Streets.
The Council authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreements on
behalf of the City.
RE: WATER MAINS // )
On request of Supervisor of Public Works Norris Rawles, the Council authoriz-
ed participation in cost with the Marin Municipal Water Dis`rict for the renewal
and increase size in water lines in Cijos Street between Third and Fourth Sts.
RE: PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE C
Upon request of Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles, the Council
authorized the expenditure up to $400.00 for partitions and moving of heat
ducts in the Public Works Office.
RE: PERSONNEL
The Council authorized chane in title of James E. Jones from Assistant
Civil Engineer to Associate Civil Engineer.
RE: CITY HALL PROPERTY �-3 I ��
The Council instructed that the City Man aper take steps to secure a tenant
for the premises formerly occupied by the Public Works and Planning Departments.
RE: MAYOR AND COUNCIL I
The Council authorized Mayor Mclnnis to leave the State between the dates
of November 12th to November 18th.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn
for same as appears from the Advice on Warrants dated November 7th, 1960, and now on
file in the Clerk's Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 26,820.97
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FD. 66,032.74
PARKS FUND 6,?94.14
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT FD. 6,048.73
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FD. 1 126.70
010 ,b 323.22
Council adjourned to November 21st, 1960.
W. L. 0 j ,.'ity Clerk
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Approved this day of196
MAY7 OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 21st, 1960 at 8:00
O'clock P. M.
Adjourned Reffular Meetincy:
RE: MINUTES APPROVED
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
David Men ary, Jr., Councilman
Absent: Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of
the regular meeting of November 7th, 1960, a true and correct copy thereof hav-
ing been heretofore submitted in writing to each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - ADOPTION MUNICIPAL CODE
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Public hearing on adoption of the Municipal Code continued from the meeting
of November 7th, was declared opened.
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw reported to the Council on his contact with the
attorney, Robert Anderson of Oakland whom the City Council employed to prepare
the codification.
No one appearing, the Public Hearing was closed.
An ordinance adopting a Municipal Code for the City of San Rafael, prescrib-
in7 certain penalties for violations of the provisions thereof and repealing
certain ordinances, and numberin2, Charter Ordinance No. 726 was read, introduced,,
and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Ivienary and Ma77or McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmeh: Baar, Jensen
RE: PUBLIC H7ARING - PROFESSIONAL CENTER PARKWAY USE PERMIT NO. 730 )
Public hearing on protest from decision of the Planning Commission on Use
Permit No. 730 was declared opened.
City Planner, Donald Newmark reporter] to the Council on action before the
Planning Commission. Mr. 2arker Archer spoke in favor of the issuance of the
permit, and Mrs. Herman Graves, one of the owners of the property involved spoke;
in favor of the issuance of the permit.
Dr. William S. 1veal appeared before the Council and spoke in opposition to the
issuance of the permit. Mrs. Graves informed the Council that the matter of
deed restrictions on the land was taken to court and requested continuance of
the hearing until after the court s action on deed restrictions in the area.
Public hearing was closed.
Councilman Aby moved that iise permit be denied, seconded by Councilman plenary.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Men ary and Mayor Fac Inni s
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
The matter was also referred to the Pl annin- Commission to take action on the re-
zoning of the area,
RE: PARKIN" ON LAUREL PLACE
Mrs. L. E. Bardy, 10/9 Laurel Place appeared before the Council and presented
a petition signed by 17 residents on Laurel Place requesting that the City take
action to enforce one-way parking on Laurel Place between Lincoln .Avenue and Nye
Street.
Referred to Traffic Advisory Committee for study and recommendation.
RE: PROPOSED NEW CITY HALL
Dick Shirley, Secretary of the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce informed the
Council that the Civic Affairs Committee of the Chamber of Commerce would like
to hold a joint meeting; with the Council on December 14th, to discuss the matter
of a new City Hall for the City of San Rafael.
Referred to the City Manager with instructions to contact Councilmen to make
arrangements for a meeting.
RE: PROPOSED ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR EXTENSION OF DELUCA PLACE
Everett Murphy spoke to the Council relative to a petition for the formation.
of an Assessment District for -improvement of extension of DeLuca Place.
Referred to Public Works Department.
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RE: TERRA LINDA COMMUNITY ANNEXATION.
Consideration of petition filed requesting annexation of Terra Linda Com-
munity continued from November 7th meeting was taken up by the Council.
City Attorndy, A. E. Ba7shaw reported to the Council on the question of dis-
position of the assets and property of thA improvement district in event of
annexation of the area to the City of San Rafael.
RESOLUTION NO. 2416 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL DECLAR
ING ITS INTENTION TO CALL A SPECIAL ANNEXATION ELECTION AND FIXING
A TIME AND PLACE FOR PROTESTS BY PROPERTY OWNERS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Couuncilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: VIVIAN WAY DRAINAGE CORRECTION PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT 47 b,1'
Plans and Specifications for Vivian Way Drainage Correction, Public Works Pro-
ject 47 were presented.
RESOLTTTION NO. 2417 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL
FOR BIDS FOR "VIVIAN [JAY DRAINAGE CORRECTION - PROJFCT 47".
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Plenary and 1`laycr McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: STOP SIGN - BAYO VISTA WAY AT EAST CRESCENT DRIVE
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported on recommendation of the
Traffic Committee for the installation of a stop sign at Bayo Vista Way at East
Crescent Drive.
RESOLUTION NO. 2418 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBINC, AN INTrRSECTION AT WHICH
A BOTTLEVARD STOP IS REQUIRED.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, 1`lenary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: TWO (2) HOUR PARKING LIMIT - FIFTH AVENUE BETWEEN "E" AND "G" STRFFTS
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported the recommendations of
the Traffic Committee on probosed two (2) hour parking limit on Fifth Avenue
between "E" and "G" Streets.
RESOLUTION NO. 2419 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING TWO (2) HOURS LIMIT PARKING
AREAS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, IVlenary and. '''ayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: GAS TAX FUNDS j
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a Memorandum of Agreemen'
for allocation of Gas Tax Funds for major City streets.
RESOLUTION NO. 2420 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAFL APPROVING
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR ACQUISITION OF THE GAS TAX ALLOCATION.
TO CITIES.
Aves: Councilmen: Aby, plenary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: SETTER RODDING MACHINE (Truck Mounted)
Plans and Snecifications for Sewer Rodding Piachine (Truck Mounted) were pre-'
sented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2421 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS
AND INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR SEWER
RODDING MACHINE (TRUCK MOUNTED)
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Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Menary and Mayor McInnis _
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: FIRE ZONE MAP
Map showing extension of Fire Zone to include recent annexed areas in the
Northern section of the City was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2422 - RESOLUTION ADOPTING ADDITIONS TO FIRE ZONE MAP.
Ayes Councilmen: Aby, plenary and Mayor Ivlcinnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
Proposed ordinance extending the Fire Zones wqs presented.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 631 of the City of San Rafael by extending
fire zones to newly annexed territory, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 727
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was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, 1`lenary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: GEISTER ANNEXATION
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 723 - An ordinance approving the annexation to the City of
San Rafael of certain uninhabited territory to be known as the "Geister Annexation"".
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 723 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of
the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: COUNCIL PROPOSED ANNEXATION NO. 1
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 724 - An ordinance approving the annexation to the City of
San Rafael of certain uninhabited territory to be known as "Council Proposed Annexa-
tion No. 1", and numbering Charter Ordinance Nn. 724 was passed and adopted as an
ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Plenary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: TRAINING OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 725 - An ordinance accepting the requirements of Section 13522
of the Penal Code relating to training of law enforcement officers, and numbering
Charter Ordinance No. 725 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San
Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, I'lenary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: TERRA LINDA NO. 14 SUBDIVISION 5 / _q-)
Recommendation of City Engineer, Dominic Selmi to release r1,584.90 of Cash
Bond deposited with the City Treasurer by William A. Rainey, Jr., was presented.
On motion of Councilman Plenary, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council authoriz
ed release of the cash Bond in accordance with the recommendation of the City
Engineer.
RE: VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 492
The Council set date for public hearing on Variance Permit No. 492 for 8:00
o'clock P.M., Monday, December 5th, 1960.
Bryan McCarthy, Attorney representing Mr. Marlowe, applicant for the variance per-
mit appeared before the Council and questioned the validity of the appeal. I
RE: PROPOS D AMENDMENTS TO ZONING ORDI214,NCE A)
Public hearing on proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance was set for 8:00
o'clock P.M., Monday, December 5th, 1960.
RE: TAX RATE J,
Letter of the Board of Supervisors of Marin County and of the County Auditor
relative to listing of the San Rafael City Tax rate on County Tax Bills was pre-
sented to the Council.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF BUILDING OFFICIAL 6 e
Ordered held over.
RE: PERSONNEL ( J�
The Council authorized employment of the following firemen to be placed on
the regular payroll at the monthly salary of $447.00 commencing December 1,1960.
Peter D. Fenton
Heber R. "lellor
Dennis A. Jenson
Edward H. Holbrook
RE: DESTRUCTION OF CITY RECORDS
Marlen L. Williams
Ronald S. Radley
Claudio F. Casartelli
John T. Landrock
Letter of W. L. Morvan, City Clerk reauesting destruction of certain obsolete
City records was presented.
kESOL'TTION Nr. 2423 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN CITY RECORDS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, plenary and Mayor McInnis
Nres: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RE: SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD �
Letter of Dixie School District requesting that the City participate in the
cost of furnishin7 a crossing guard at Freitas Parkway and Las Gallinas Avenue
in Terra Linda was presented,
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman i"enary, the Council
authorized participation in the cost of furnisl-iirg the school guard in accordance
with the proposal made by the Dixie School District.
RE: STREET REPAIRS FOURTH STREET - MARY TO UNION 1
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported to the Council on request
for improvement and repairs needed on Fourth Street, from 1"lary to Union Streets,
The Council authorized Public Works Department to make the necessary repairs.
RE: NATIONAL MUNICIPAL LEAGUE i
Mayor McInnis reported to the Council on his attendance at the national
Municipal League meeting in Phoenix, Arizona at which he was the speaker on the
purposes, functions and organization of the Association of Bay Area Governments,
Mayor McInnis expressed his appreciation to the Council for permitting; him to
attend asthe City's representative.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn
for same as appears from the Advice on Warrants dated November 21st, 1960, and now on
file in the Clerk s Office to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND 70.39
GENERAL FUND 16,403.35
PARKS FUND 278.74
CAPITAL IMPROVE. FUND 8,625.86
EQUIPMENT P- REPLACEMENT FUND 1,511.1LL
26,899--.47
Council adjourned.
W:. L ' MORGAN t Clerk
Approved this `'day of ,.i'22�c� 196'
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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IA the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, December 5th, 1960 at 8:00 o.':clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
David Menary , Councilman
Absent: Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the minutes of November 21st,
1960, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member,
were approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS - SEWER RODDING MACHINE
The following bid for Sewer Rodding Machine (truck mounted) was received, opened and read.
Southwest Sewer Tool Company $4,483.44
RESOLUTION NO. 2424 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR RODDING MACHINE (TRUCK MOUNTED) (Southwest
Sewer Tool Company)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: OPENING OF BIDS - VIVIAN WAY DRAINAGE -PROJECT 47
The following bids for Vivian Way Drainage Correction, Project 47 were received, opened and
read.
Piombo and Bresnan $ 3,756.89
Morison Company 4,563.00
J. F. Wise Construction Company 3,710.00
V. Maggiora & Sons, Inc. 4,086.50
E. A. Forde Company 3,634.90
Ghilotti Bros. 3,368.30
RESOLUTION NO. 2425 - RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT (Ghilotti Bros.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE - RUBBISH DUMP
Public hearing on proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance re rubbish dumps was opened.
City Planner, Donald Newmark explained action taken before the Planning Commission. City Attorney,
A. E. Bagshaw explained the provisions of the proposed ordinance.
No on appearing for or against amending the zoning ordinance public hearing was closed.
An ordinance amending Charter Ordinance No.514, the zoning or districting ordinance of the City
of San Rafael, County of Marin, State of California, by amending the zoning map dF the City of
San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by section 2.2 thereof, so as to amend section 3.62
of Charter Ordinance No. 514 (Zoning Ordinance) sto include the classification, 3.62(L), rubbish
dumps, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 728 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print
by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - VARIANCE NO. 492 - MARLOWE FENCE
City Planner, Donald Newmark explained action taken by the Planning Commission. Public hear-
ing was declared opened. Bryan McCarthy appeared on behalf of Mr. Marlowe presen°ing drawings of
the proposed fence and pictures of other fences in Villa Real Subdivision. Jack Hadley,
President of Villa Real Property Owners Association and several members of the Association and
residents of ;the area spoke in opposition to granting of the Use Permit. Public hearing was
closed.
Councilman Menary moved that action of the Planning Commission be affirmed, seconded by Council-
man Aby.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: Baar and Mayor McInnis
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: PROPSOED EXTENSION OF DELUCA PLACE
Everett Murphy spoke to the Council relative to formation of an assessment district for im-
proving and extending of DeLuca Place.
City Engineer, Dominic Selmi reported on estimated cost for the project.
Referred to Public Works Department and City Attorney.
RE: FINAL ADOPTION CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 726 - MUNICIPAL CODE
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 726 - An ordinance adopting a Municipal Code for the City of San Rafael,
prescribing certain penalties for violations of the provisions thereof and repealing certain ordi-
nances, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 726 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the
City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: FINAL ADOPTION ORDINANCE NO. 272 - EXTENSION OF FIRE ZONE
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO.727 - An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 631 of the City of San Rafael by ex-
tending fire zones to newly annexed territory, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 727 was passed
and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: RENAMING OF CITY STREET
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council authorized renaming
of Rafael Street to Larkspur Street.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: PARKING ON LAUREL PLACE
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported the recommendations of the Traffic Com-
mittee relative to parking on -Laurel Place, and proposed one-way traffic on Laurel Place, No
action was taken by the Council.
The Supervisor of Public Works also reported the Traffic Committee's recommendation relative to
four hour parking on City Parkings lots.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - MRS. DARRELL J. SCOTT
Claim for damages and personal injury filed by Mrs. Darrell J. Scott, for injuries to her
daughter while swimming in the San Rafael High School swimming pool was presented.
Director of Parks and Recreation, Joseph Rodota reported that an accident report was made and
forwarded to the insurance carrier.
Referred to City Manager.
RE: CLOSING OF HIGH STREET
The Council set December 19th at 8:00 o'clock P. M. as date for public hearing on proposed
closing of High Street.
RE: UEE PERMIT NO. 740
The Council set December 19th at 8:00 o'clock P.M. as date for public hearing on Use Permit
No. 740.
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 722
The Council set December 19th at 8:00 o'clock P.M. as date for public hearing on Use Permit
No. 722.
RE: RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
RESOLUTION NO. 2426 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT
Ayes; Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated December 5th, 1960, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 8,305.11
CAPITAL IMP. FUND 31,351.95
PARKS FUND 15.61
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 5,985.28
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FD. 2,083.57
$47174.1-52
Council adjourned to December 19th, 1960.
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MAYO OF THE CITY OF WN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, December 19th, 1960 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
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Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the minutes of December 5th, 1960,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member, were
approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - TERRA LINDA COMMUNITY ANNEXATION
Public hearing on Terra Linda Community Annexation was delcared opened.
Protest of Dixie School District and 63 notice of protest forms containing signatures of property
owners protesting the annexatison were presented.
Dennie B. Willis spoke on the Dixie School protest and Dr. Hinze spoke on behalf of the County
Superintendent of Schools.
John Dirckett, Don Black, Frank Quadros, Mel Warrenback, Art Hatter and Dr. Franzblan spoke in
opposition to the annexation. Public hearing was closed.
The protests were referred to the City Clerk for checking and report at January 3rd, 1961 meeting.
RE: CLOSING OF HIGH STREET
Hearing on closing of High Street was opened. Eugne O'Connor spoke but made no objections to
closing of street. Hearing was closing.
RESOLUTION NO. 2427 - RESOLUTION CLOSING AND ABANDONING HIGH STREET IN THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL,
CALIFORNIA.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 740
Public hearing on use permit 740 was opened. City Planner, Donald Newmark briefed the Council
on action of Planning Commission. Mr. Valcheschini representative of Coldwell Banker Company pre
sented drawings of proposed sign to be installed under use permit. Mr. Harry Albert, owner of the
building informed the Council that the proposed sign ment with his approval.
Councilman Jensen moved, seconded by Councilman Baar, that appeal be upheld.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 722
Public hearing on Use Permit No. 722 was opened. At request of representative of Spiliotis
and Company, the hearing was continued to January 3rd, 1961 at 8:00 P. M.
RE: TRAFFIC AND PARKING ON LAUREL PLACE
Hearing was opened on petition of residents on Laurel Place for one-way parking on Laurel
Place beteeen Lincoln Avenue and Nye Street. Superintendent of Public Works Norris Rawles, re-
ported recommendations of the Traffic Committee for one-way traffic on Laurel. Eugene O'Connor,
Lance Moran, L. Langlemet, George Collins, and Lee Baum spoke in opposition to one-way traffic
on Laurel Place.
Councilman Baar moved, seconded by Councilman Menary, to restrict parking on the north side of
Laurel Place from Lincoln Avenue to Nye Stteet.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MARLOWE FENCE VARIANCE
Letter of Villa Real Property Owners Association relative to tie vote of Council on fence
variance was presented. Referred to City Attorney for report at next Council meeting and City
Clerk directed to advise Mr. Marlowe of this action.
RE: NEW CITY HALL
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Mayor McInnis brought up for discussion the matter of a new City Hall. The City Manager was
instructed to obtain from Department Heads theri estimates of space required. On motion of Council-
man Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the City Manager was directed to solicit proposals for
architectural consulting services.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary andMayor McInnis
Moes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: LEASE OF CITY PROPERTY
Councilman Jensen questioned lease of City property without Council action referring to
parking spaces on City Hall lot recentlsy rented. The City Manager was instructed to ascertain
the amount of parking space needed for City use and report findings to the Council.
RE: MARIN :AY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT N0. 1
Withdrawn from Agenda at request of developers.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT - SOUTHERN HEIGHTS BLVD.
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote
approved encroachment permit for access to two garages on Southern Heights Blvd.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT - COURTRIGHT ROAD
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council by unanimous vote
granted encroachment permit for parking platform on Courtright Road subject to approval of City
Attorney and Public Works Department.
RE: THIRD STREET CULVERT EXTENSION PROJECT 50
Plans and specifications for Third Street Culvert Extension Project 50 were presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2428 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR
THIRD STREET CULVERT EXTENSION - PROJECT 50.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: OAK WOODLANDS UNIT ONE "A" SUBDIVISION
Final map of Oak Woodlands Unit One "A" was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2429 - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION ENTITLED "OAK WOODLAND UNIT ONE "A".
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: REZONING - PTN FREITAS ANNEX
An ordinance amending Charter Ordinance No. 514, the Zoning or Districting Ordinance of the
City of San Rafael, County of Marin, State of California, by amending the zoning map of the City
of San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by Sectisn 2.2 thereof so as to reclassify certain
real properties hereinafter more particularly described from "U" (Unclassified) to R -3 -B -D -H
(Special Multiple Family Residential) and C -2-H (General Commercial with parking requirements),
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 729 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the
following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: REZONING FOR RUB$ISH DUMPS
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 728 - An ordinance amending Charter Ordinance No. 514, the zoning or
districting ordinance of the City of San Rafael, County of Marin, State of California, by amend-
ing the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by Section 2.2
thereof, so as to amend Section 3.62 of Charter Ordinance No. 514 (Zoning Ordinance) to include
the classification, 3.62 (L), Rubbish Dumps, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 728 was passed
and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes; Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: LIBRARY
Annual Library report for fiscal year ended June 30th, 1960 was presented and ordered filed.
RE: PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN
Letter of Kenneth R. Anderson presented and ordered filed.
RE: HIGHWAY SIGNS
Letter of Commonwealth Development Company relative to Highway signs was presented. No ac-
tion taken by Council.
RE: STATE HIGHWAY ROUTE
RESOLUTION NO. 2430 - RESOLUTION URGING THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS TO COMMENCE STUDIES ON LEGISLATIVE
ROUTE 69, KNOWN AS TRANS-MARIN FREEWAY ROUTE.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PERSONNEL
The Council authorized employment of Avis Buckley to be placed on regular payroll at
monthly salary of $301.00 effective December 20th, 1960.
RE: FIRE DEPARTMENT
Pursuantto recommendations of the Fire Commission the following promotions were authorized
effective January 1st, 1961:
Captain Engineer
Paul Sasse Victor Pizarro James Kennon
Donald Christensne George Hasler William Walker
Peter Turrini
RE: 1961 H. D. TRUCK CHASSIS AND CAB
Plans and specifications for 1961 Model Gasoline H. D. Truck Chassis and Cab were presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2431 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO
BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR ONE (1) 1961 MODEL GASOLINE MOTORIZED HEAVY
DUTY TRUCK CHASSIS AND CAB.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated December 19th, 1960, and now on file in the Clerkks Office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 29,776.87
EQUIPMENT & REPLACE-
MENT FUND ),310.03
CAPITAL IMP. FUND 958.80
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 -
OPERATION & MAINT. FUND 115.21
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ASSESS-
MENT DISTRICT 98,255.76
$ 130,416.67
Council adjourned.
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MA R OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Tuesday, January 3rdi 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the minutes of December 19th,
1960, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member,
were approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS - PROJECT 50 - THIRD STREET CULVERT EXTENSION
The following bids for Third Street Culvert Extension Project 50 were received, opened and
read.
V. Maggiora and Sons $ 8 174.00
Ghilotti Bros. 8,477.60
E. A. Forde 8,925.00
A. C. Bashnick 6,851.10
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles recommended that all bids be rejected.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council ordered that all bids be
rejected.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS - 1961 H. D. TRUCK CHASSIS & CAB
The following bids for Model 1961, Heavy Duty Chassis and Cab were received, opened and read.
Bianco Motors $ 2,724.35
Rossi Bros. 2,750.00
Ames Ford 2,305.12
DeLong Chevrolet 2,563.42
RESOLUTION NO 2432 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 1961'MODEL GASOLINE MOTORIZED HEAVY DUTY TRUCK
CHASSIS AND CAB. (Ames Ford)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT NO. 722 SPILIOTIS AND COMPANY
Public hearing on use Permit No. 722 continued from December 19th, meeting was declared
opened. No one appearing, the Public hearing was continued to 8:00 P.M., Monday, January 16th,
1961.
RE: TERRA LINDA COMMUNITY ANNEXATION
Mayor McInnis asked for Clerk's report on examination of protests filed against the proposed
annexation. The City Clerk submitted report on the assessed value of privately owned lands
within the area and the values set by the County Assessor for publicly owned lands in the area.
Councilman Jensen moved, seconded by Councilman Aby, that public lands included in the area pro-
posed to be annexed have a fair value for these proceedings of $22,660.00.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary andMayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
The City Clerk reported on protests by owners of privately owned property and the protests filed
by public agencies owning property i.n the area proposed to be annexed.
Councilman Jensen moved, seconded by Councilman Aby, that publicly owned property in the area pro-
posed to be annexed and protesting annexation have a fair value for these proceedings of
$22,660.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 2433 - RESOLUTION CALLING SPECIAL ELECTION, TERRA LINDA ANNEXATION
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary andMayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Mr. Anton Lon ich thanked the Council for permitting the residents of the area to go to the polls
to decide the issue.
The City Clerk was instructed to make the necessary preparations for holding a special election
on Tuesday, March 7th, 1961.
RE: BUILDING PERMIT
Mr. Warren Wedekind, builder, representing Dr. Louis Robinson appeared before the Council
relative to the building department denying issuance of a bu8lding permit for alterations to
property at 1018 E Street owned by Dr. Louis Robinson.
Andrew Thomas, Acting Building Official reported to the Council recommending that the matter be
referred to the Board of Examiners and Appeal.
Ordered referred to Appeal Board.
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
On request of developers, this matter was held over until next Council meeting.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT RACQUET CLUB DRIVE - RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES UNIT ONE SUBDIVISION
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a drawing of a proposed entry gate to be
constructed partly encroaching on City land, reporting that the Public Works Depattment approves
of the installation structurally.
After discussion by the Council, on motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Baar,
the Council approved issuance of the encroachment permit, subject to revocation by the City and
subject to covenant running with lands of Rafael Racquet Club Associates.
RE: RAPID TRANSIT PLAN FOR SAN RAFAEL AREA
Mr. Richard J. Sheppard representative from Rapid Transit District was present and spoke to
the Council inviting their recommendations and offering to answer questions relative to the develop-
ment of the Rapid Transit Plan.
The Council thanked Mr. Sheppard for his appearance and informed him of the present traffic study
being made by engineering firm of Daniel Coleman.
RE: BRET HARTE HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1959-1
Upon recommendation of Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles this matter was held over and
referred to the City Attorney.
RE: SERVICE AGREEMENT
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented Electric Extension and Service Agreement
to be installed at Montecito Shopping Center. The Council authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
RE: MARLOWE FENCE VARIANCE
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw made verbal report and opinion on the action taken by the Council
relative to fence variance of Mr. Melvin M. Marlowe, 50 Arguello Circle, San Rafael.
RE: REZONING PORTION OF FREITAS ANNEXATION
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 729 - An ordinance amending Charter Ordinance No. 514, the zoning or districting
ordinance of the City of San Rafael, County of Marin, State of California, by amending the zoning
map of the City of San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by Section 2.2 thereof, so as to re-
classify certain real properties hereinafter more particularly described from "U" (Unclassified) to
R -3 -B -D -H (Special Multiple Family Residential) and C -2-H (General Commercial with Parking Require-
ments), and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 729 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City
of San Rafael by the following vote to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MASTER RECREATION AND PARK PLAN
Letter and report of the City Nananger, Dan E. Andersen, in relatisn to use of Federal funds
allocated to San Rafael for proposed planning study. The Council authorized the City Manager to
write and inform the State Planning Agency of the City's plans and to furnish the Council members
with a copy of his letter.
RE: POLICE PATROL ON SAN RAFAEL CANAL
Letter of San Rafael Newport Company requesting year round patrolling of San Rafael Canal to
control speeding on the Canal was presented.
Robert H. Green, representative of San Rafal Newport Company spoke to the Council on the matter.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council authorized police patrol
on the San Rafael Canal during winter months. Appropriation of $600.00 to Budget A/C 30-100
authorized.
RE: AIRPORT LIMOUSINE SERVICE
Letter of Charles T. Cohen proposing airport limousine service was presented and noted by
Council.
RE: USE PERMIT - ARCHER - BENIOFF
The Council set date for Public Hearing on revocation of Use Permit, Archer-Benioff for 8:00
o'clock P.M., Monday, January 16th, 1961.
RE: REZONING GLENWOOD UNIT IV AND SEAVIEW ESTATES UNITS I & II
The Council set date for Public Hearing on rezoning request for Glenwood Unit IV and Seaview
Estates Units I & 11 for 8:00 o'clock P.M., Monday, January 16th, 1961.
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�RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - JOHN J. WOLDRON
Claim for damages to his automobile filed by John J. Woldron was presented. On motion of
Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council authorized payment of claim.
RE: WATERING SYSTEM ALBERT FIELD
Plans and specifications to furnish materials for watering system at Albert Field were pre-
sented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2434 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO
BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR MATERIALS FOR WATERING SYSTEM OF ALBERTPS
FIELD.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes; Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
Mayor McInnis informed the Council of a State Wide Committee being formed by the League of
California Cities relative to City's future problems.
The Council authorized acceptance of the Mayor's appointment to this committee.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as appears
from the Advice on Warrants dated January 3rd, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to which reference
is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
PARKS FUND
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES
ASSESSMENT DIST. FUND
Council adjourned to January 16th, 1961.
$ 27, 824.99
8,946.72
719.33
6,098.00
130.71
836.60
X44,556.35
,W. . M0 A ,f / Clerk
Approved this day of 1961
MAYO OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, January 16th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.J_L�P
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of January 3rd,
1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member,
were approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS - BIDS FOR WATERING SYSTEM ALBERT FIELD
The following bids for materials for watering system of Albert Field were received, opened
and read:
Floyd
Bradley
and Associates
(Incomplete) $941.93
Braman Pipe and
Supply Co.
(Incomplete) 887.90
Ewing
Turf Products
3,583.73
Amco
Plaster
Pipe Company
(Incomplete)
H. V.
Carter
Company, Inc.
(Incomplete)
P. E.
O'Hair
and Company
(Incomplete)
RESOLUTION NO. 2435 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES FOR AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER
IRRIGATION SYSTEM AT ALBERT FIELD. (Ewing Turf Products)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF REVOCATION USE PERMIT ARCHER-BENIOFF
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Donald Newmark briefed the Council on
Planning Commission's action.
Thomas E. Schaael, attorney representing Archer and Benioff and Mrs. Benioff, presented their
arguments in their behalf. Dr. Neal, of Professional Medical Center presented his arguments
against issuing of said permit.
Hearing was closed. On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the appeal was
upheld.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: Aby and Mayor McInnis
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING GLENWOOD IV AND SEAVIEW ESTATES I & 11
The hearing was declared opened. There being no one appearing either for or against, the
hearing was declared closed.
An ordinance amending Charter Ordinance No. 514, the zoning or districting ordinance of the City
of San Rafael, County of Marin, State of California, by amending the Zoning Map of the City of
San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by Section 2.2 thereof, so as to reclassify certain
real property from a P -C (Planned Community) district to a R -1-B-1 (Single Family Residential,
minimum lot size 7,500 square feet) district, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 730 was read,
introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING USE PERMIT NO. 722
The appeal of the revocation of Use Permit No. 722 was withdrawn.
RE: TERRA LINDA ANNEXATION
RESOLUTION NO. 2436 - RESOLUTION AND ORDER OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL DESIGNATING PRE-
CINCTS AND POLLING PLACES AND APPOINTING MEMBERS OF PRECINCT BOARDS FOR SPECIAL
ELECTION PERTAINING TO THE ANNEXATION OF "TERRA LINDA" TO THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen:None
RE: RELEASE OF CASH BOND - TERRA LINDA SUBDIVISION NO. 14
City Treasurer, Angie Soldavini was authorized to release to William A. Rainey, Jr.,
$3,604.50 of Cash Bond deposited with City Treasurer for completion of work in Terra Linda No.
14.
RE: CANCELLATION OF TAXES ON 14-011-03
The Council authorized cancellation of taxes on Parcel 14-011-03 having been purchased by
the State of California, Division of Highways.
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E: MARIN BAY ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Louis Perini, Jr., and Edwin Lee of Latipac Perini Company, Engineer, Daniel Coleman, Mr.
D. E. Hartley of Stone and Youngberg and a representative of Orrick, Dahlquist, Harrington,
Sutcliffe addressed the Council and explained their objectives and thinking in the development
of Marin Bay.
RE: BRET HARTE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 1959-1
City Attorney, Albert Bagshaw reported on the letter from Kirkbride, Wilson, Harzfeld and
Wallace, project attorneys, on .their attitude in the matter of a split of assessment. On motion
of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, it was resolved as a matter of policy that an
applicant for the split of a -bond under the 1911 or 1915 acts, the applicant seeking the split
will be required to furnish engineering and counsel at their own expense.
RE: GLENWOOD PROPOSED PARKS - REQUEST FOR APPRAISAL
Joe Rodota, Director of Recreatiocn and Parks submitted a letter relative to considered sites
for parks in Glenwood. The Park Commission desires to obtain accurate property values and re-
quest employment of qualified appraisor.
Director Rodota was instructed to inform the Park and Recreation Commission to obtain a qualified
appraisor.
Councilman Baar was appointed to assist the Commission.
RE: RENAMING OF CITY STREET
On recommendation of the Planning Commission, Councilman Aby moved, seconded by Councilman
Baar, that the street name of Locksly Lane East be changed to Bonnie Banks Way.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: REMODLING OF POLICE DEPARTMENT
The City Manager was authorized to expend $1,600.00 for remodling and painting Police Depart-
ment.
RE: REQUEST OF IRWIN MEMORIAL BLOOD BANK
Request for help to find a Blood Depot site in San Rafael was referred to City Manager
RE: TRAFFIC COMMITTEE
RESOLUTION NO. 2437 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING TWO (2) HOURS LIMIT PARKING AREAS. (Irwin
Street from Lincoln Avenue to Francisco Blvd. - both sides of Street)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTISON NO. 2438 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATION AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTIONS AT WHICH A BOULEVARD STOP
IS REQUIRED. (Laurel Place at Wilkins Place; eastbound)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTISN NO. 2439 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING THROUGH STREETS. (East Frontage Road at
Terra Linda Overhead)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 753 DEWEY STAGGS
Public hearing set for February 6th.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES
Claim of Charles W. or Florence Eastman was referred to the City'''s Insurance Carrier.
RE: PERSONNEL
The Council authorized employment of Sharon Ghilotti as Clerk -Typist in the Planning Depart-
ment at a salary of $288.00 per month commencing January 16th, 1961.
The Council appointed Andrew A. Thomas as Building Inspector or for a probationary period
of six (6) months at a salary of $700.00 per month effective January 1st, 1961.
The Council appointed as Assistant Building Inspector Modesto R. Lamperti for a probationary
period of six (6) months effective January 1, 1961. Salalry to remain at $500.00 per month.
RE: PARKING ON FOURTH STREET
Councilman Baar and Councilman Menary were appointed as Council members on the reactivated
committee on Fourth Street parking. Citizens Committee to be appointed at a later date.
RE: FIRE PROTECTION FOR TERRA LINDA NO. 9
Representatives of Terra Linda No. 9 request aid from the San Rafael Fire Department in the
event of a fire.
Referred to the Fire Commission for recommendation.
RE: SAN RAFAEL CANAL DREDGING
Representative Clem Miller, by telegram advises the City Council that the Army Engineers
Budget for the fiscal 1962 year request $185,000 for San Rafael Canal Dredging.
Congratulatory letters were received from the Chamber of Commerce, and the Marin Industrial De-
velopment Foundation commending the Council on their efforts to obtain the alloted funds.
RE: SIGN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
Action on amendment to sign ordinance was ordered held over.
RE: RENTAL OF PARKING SPACES
Referred to City Manager for further investigation.
RE: INSTITUTE OF TRANSPORT AND TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
The Council authorized Supervisor of Public Work,s Norris Rawles and City Engineer, Dominic
Selmi to attend meeting in Berkeley for a three day session beginning January 26th,
RE: PLANNING PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE
Council authorized City Planner, Donald Newmark to attend a converence to develop a regional
system of parks and greenbelts in the San Francisco Bay Area in San Francisco, also the annual
conference California Chapter American Institute of Planners in Long Beach and the meeting of
the Marin County Planning Council, Alta Mira Hotel, Sausalito.
Council also authorized Pat Hetherton, Chairman of the Planning Commission to attend the same
conference and authorized Nicholas Dollwet and Gene O'Connor to attend the meeting scheduled at
the Alta Mira Hotel, Sausalito.
Mayor McInnis was appointed as the City of San Rafael representative to the Association of Bay
Area Government.
Mayor McInnis was granted permission to go out of the State.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as appears
fromrthe Advice on Warrants dated January 16th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to which re-
ference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 19,278.93
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 60.00
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 1,409.14
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 -OPERATION
AND MAINTENANCE FUND 75.19
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES 587.71
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT $ 21,410.97
Council adjourned to January 23rd, 1961 at 7:30 P. M.
W�, L,.a,(RPRGAN, City, Clerk
. G. C15-RNWELL, Deputy
Approved this f ay of
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MAYOcV OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, January 23rd, 1961 at 7:30 o'clock P. M.
Adjourned Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mpyor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
Absent: David Menary, Councilman
RE: MARIN BAY ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
Louis Perini Jr., and Daniel Coleman, Engineer addressed the Council and explained portions
of the financing of the district.
RESOLUTION NO. 2440 - RESOLUTION APPOINTING ENGINEER
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: Menary
RESOLUTION NO. 2441 - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: Menary
RESOLUTION NO. 2442 - RESOLUTION DESIGNATING INDEPENDENT -JOURNAL AS NEWSPAPER SN WHICH THE CITY CLERK OF
THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL IS ORDERED TO PUBLISH ANY NOTICE, RESOLUTION, ORDER OR OTHER
MATTER RELATING TO MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Menary
RESOLUTION NO. 2443 - RESOLUTION FIXING COMPENSATION FOR ATTORNEYS EMPLOYED FOR IMPROVEMENT PROCEEDINGS
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Menary
RESOLUTION NO. 2444 - REQUESTING CONSENT OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MARIN COUNTY (a) TO FORMATION OF
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1, AS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT UNDER MUNICIPAL IM-
PROVEMENT ACT OF 1913, (b) to WORK, ACQUISITIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS DESCRIBED IN RES-
OLUTION OF INTENTION HEREIN REFERRED TO, AND (c) TO ASSUMPTION OF JURISDICTION
THEREOVER BY CIT: AND REQUESTING APPROVAL OF SAID RESOLUTION OF INTENTION BY SAID
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Coun¢ H men: Menary
Councilman Jensen requested that the minutes show that he objected to the meeting being adjourned to
Thursday, January 26th, at 5:15 P.M. ldue to the fact that he will be out of town and will be unable to
attend.
Meeting adjourned to Thursday, January 26th, at 5:15 P. M.
W. L. MORGAN, City Clerk
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W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy
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MAYOR bF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Thursday, January 26th, 1961 at 5:15 P. M. o'clock.
Adjourned Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Absent: Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
Daniel Coleman, Engineer addressed the Council explaining certain phases of the Engineer's
Report.
Mr. Peter Hunt, attorney, filed with the City Clerk, W. L. Morgan the Engineer's Report of Marin
Bay Improvement District No. 1 composed of three books entitled; No. 1 Engineer's Report, No.
2 Specification and Contract Documents, Sewage Treatment Plant and Pumping Plant, No. 3 Speci-
fication and Contract Documents, Water Transmission Main; a set of plans ''The Riviera Marin
Treatment Plant'' composed of 18 sheets.
RESOLUTION NO. 2445 - RESOLUTION ADOWTING, CONFIRMING AND APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT OF IMPROVE-
MENTS IN MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 AND APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE
FOR HEARING PROTESTS TO PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Menary
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
An agreement between the City and Marin Municipal Water District was presented. In the said
agreement, the City agrees sto transfer the water improvements to Marin Municipal Water Dis-
trict on completion of the project.
On motion made by Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Mayor and City Clerk were
authorized to sign the agreement.
Mayor McInnis requested that the minutes show that Councilman Jensen who was absent due to an
illness in his immediate family, wanted to be present so that he would be able to vote no on mo-
tions regarding Marin Bay Improvement District No. 1.
RE: TRAFFIC SURVEY -HIGHWAY 101
The Mayor requested Daniel Coleman expedite his report on the traffic study so that Council
could have conferences with the State Highway Engineers regarding the new alignment of the pro-
posed freeway.
Council adjourned.
L. RGAN, City Clerk
C. C NWELL, Deputy City Clerk
Approved this �� day of61
MAY OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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1-6 the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, February 6th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of January 16th,
23rd and 26th, 1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing
to each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT NO. 753 DEWEY STAGGS
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Donald Newmark briefed the Council on the
sequence of events that prompted the Planning Commission's actions.
C. John Bernt, attorney representing Mr. Staggs presented their arguments and a petiton containing
five (5) names in support of their request.
Hearing was closed.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the decision of the Planning Commission
was upheld.
RE: PURCHASE OF GLENWOOD PARK SITE
Joseph Rodota, Director of Recreation and Parks presented the findings of the Park and Recrea-
tion Commission on the acquiring and the improvement costs of the two contemplated recreation areas
in Glenwood. The Commission was authorized to negotiate for the acquisition of the Robin Hood
Drive site with the assistance of the City Manager.
RE: EASEMENT FOR STORM SEWER -COLEMAN SCHOOL
Resolution of the Board of San Rafael School District granting a non-exclusive easement to
the City of San Rafael over and through the lands of the Coleman School site was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2446 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: LINCOLN AVENUE EXTENSION
Letter of La Terra Incorporated requesting compensation for the right-of-way of Lincoln Avenue
extension through their properties was discussed.
The City Attorney was instructed to contact Robert W. Elliott, Attorney for La Terra to ascertain
what a confernce would accomplish, and to report his findings to the Council.
RE: PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS 3-5 TON PORTABLE TANDEM ROAD ROLLER
RESOLUTION NO. 2447 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO
BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR 3 TO 5 TON PROTABLE TANDEM ROAD ROLLER.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: SALE OF SURPLUS STREET LIGHT ELECTROLIERS
Ckty Manager was authorized to offer for sale surplus street light electroliers except those
reserved for the Park Department.
RE: GLENWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION AGREEMENT
The Public Works Department was authorized to plant trees, lay the required water pipe, and
place tar paper covered by gravel in the traffic islands adjacent to the Glenwood Subdivision.
The Council felt there was no necessity of having an agreement with the property owners associa-
tion.
RE: BUDGET PROPOSAL STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented the budget proposal for engineering funds
under Section 2107.5 of the Streets and Highways Code for the period ending June 30th, 1962; pro-
posed budget $5,000.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 2448 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL ADOPTING BUDGET PROPOSAL
FOR EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER SECTION 2107.5 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS
CODE.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: GRANT OF RIGHT-OF-WAY TO P. G. & E.
The Council authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a resolution granting right-of-way
over the San Rafael Canal,
RESOLUTION NO. 2451 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MUNICIPAL CODE PURCHASE PRICE
The City Manager was instructed to inquire from the publishers as to the cost of 25 additional
copies of our Municipal Code and was authorized to distribute without cost one copy to the District
Attorney's Office and one copy to the Clerk of the Municipal Court.
RE: ESTABLISHMENT OF A -P ZONE DISTRICT
Public hearing was set for February 20th, 1961 to amend ordinance Section 2.1 of Ordinance No.
514 to include Administrative Professional District (A -P)
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 730 - FINAL ADOPTION
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 730 - An ordinance amending Charter Ordinance No. 514, the zoning or districting
ordinance of the City of San Rafael, County of Marin, State of California, by emending the zoning map
of the City of San Rafael, California, adopted by reference by Section 2.2 thereof, so as to reclassify
certain real property from A P -C (Planned Community) District to A R -1-B-1 (Single Family Residential,
minimum lot size 7,500 square feet) district, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 730 was passed and
adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE ADOPTING ELECTRICAL CODE % -
Held over for further study.
RE: MOBIL OIL COMPANY USE PERMIT NO. 731
Held over for February 20th, 1961 meeting.
RE: GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION APRIL 10TH, 1961 if
RESOLUTION NO. 2449 - RESOLUTION AND ORDER OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL DESIGNATING PRE-
CINCTS AND POLLING PLACES AND APPOINTING MEMBERS OF PRECINCT BOARDS FOR GENERAL
MUNCCIPAL ELECTION IN THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AND GENERAL ELECTION IN SAN RAFAEL
SCHOOL DISTRICT AND SAN RAFAEL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, APRIL
10TH, 1961.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: BUDGET
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council authorized appropria-
tion to Budget Account 18-235 the following items:
City Hall Alterations for Police Department $ 1,600.00
Engineering Dept. Alterations "E" Street School 400.00
Bleaching Desk, Council Chambers - Done in 1957 447.82
$ 2,447.82
RE: AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS
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The Council authorized the transfer of $350.00 from Account 66-650 to Account 66-255•
RE: QUIT -CLAIM DEED KERNER-BELLAM COMPANY _ y
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Mayor and City Clerk were
authorized to sign a Quit -Claim Deed of a portion of Tiburon Street adjacent to Block 12, lot 13
in East San Rafael to Kerner-Bellam Company, party of the second part.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2450 - RESOLUTION CALLING FOR BIDS AND DETERMINING GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF PER DIEM
, WAGES.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: FREEWAY RECOMMENDATIONS - DANIEL COLEMAN REPORT
Daniel Coleman, Engineer filed his report on Freeway Recommendations in conjunction with the
widening and realigning of Highway 101 and traffic interchange.
A special public hearing was set for Monday, February 13th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock p.m, to discuss
the widening and realignment of Highway 101.
RE: CORRESPONDENCE - J. WARREN MANUEL DRAINAGE DITCH
Letter of J. Warren Manuel was read relative to drainage ditch. Action was held over in
order to allow the City Attorney to study the problem.
RE: REQUEST FOR PLUMBING INSPECTOR
Letter of Orlando Conti was read and referred to Building Inspector.
RE: PERSONNEL
City Manager, Dan Andersen was authorized to attend the annual spring conference of Managers
Division of California Cities in Fresno, February 15th, 16th and 17th, 1961.
Joseph Rodota, Director of Parks and Recreation was authorized to attend the Recreation and Parks
Conference in Los Angeles, February 25th to March 1st.
Morrison Green and Modesto Lamperti were authorized to take the training course for Building
Inspectors beginning February 14th, in Berkeley.
The Chief of Police, Charles Chiesa was authorized to recruit a radio -dispatcher -clerk and the
City Manager was directed to make a salary survey and adopt a new classification.
The City Manager was authorized to have building permits printed and to expend approximately $150.00.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as appears
from the Advice on Warrants dated February 6th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to which re-
ference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 31,654.04
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 11,920.98
EQUIPMENT AND REPLACEMENT FUND 630.90
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES FUND 4,787.19
$ 48.993.11
Council adjourned to February 20th, 1961.
W. L. MORGAN, City Clerk
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W. C. CO ELL, Depu y City Clerk
Approved this ',%' day of 961
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MAYOR)OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, February 20th, 1961 at 8:00 O'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Absent: Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Aby, the minutes of February 6th,
1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member,
were corrected and approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS 3-5 TON PORTABLE TANDEM ROAD ROLLER
The following bids were received, opened and read:
Spears -Wells Machinery Company $ 4,654.00
Edward R. Bacon Company 5,506.80
Ricker Machinery Company 5,985.20
Bay Cities Equipment Company 5,743.26
Western Traction Company 5,336.96
Cook Bros. 6,356.74
All bids were referred to the Department of Public Works for recommendation.
RE; PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, Don Newmark explained certain points of
the new zoning district. Mrs. Neal spoke in favor of the desirability in having this type of
district. There bein- no one else appearing for or against, the hearing was declared closed.
Proposed zoning ordinance was passed to print.
RE: BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE //
Mr. Gene O'Connor, President of San Rafael Beautiful Committee submitted for the Council's
consideration the placement of decorative concrete containers with suitable trees on sidewalks
in front of business houses in the downtown area with no cost to the City except for the
maintenance and watering.
On motion by Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Baar, the program was approved and
authorized the City Clerk to accept monies for the financing of the program.
RE: FREEWAY RECOMMENDATIONS - DANIEL COLEMAN REPORT 11—%
Daniel Coleman continued with the explanation of his recommendations in conjunction with the
widening and realigning of Highway 101. Members of the audience questioned Mr. Coleman on the
feasibility of several points in his recommendations.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council accepted Mr. Coleman's
report and to use it as a basis for discussion with the State Highway Engineers to achieve a
Freeway Agreement.
RE: MARIN BAY ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 G
Perini-Latipac Company filed a Faithful Performance Bond for $192,000.00 for completion of
sewage pumping plant and sewage treatment plant in Marin Bay Improvement District No. 1 in
accordance with Resolutisn No. 2441.
RE: DEMOLITION OF BUILDING IN GERSTLE PARKl^
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RESOLUTION NO. 2452 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR
DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL OF EXISTING STRUCTURE - GERSTLE PARK - SAN RAFAEL AND CLARK
STREETS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: MUNICIPAL CODE SERVICE
The Council authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an agreement with the Book Publishing
Company of Seattle, Washington for supplement service to the San Rafael Municipal Code.
RE: GAS TAX FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. 2453 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL APPROVING MASTER AGREEMENT
FOR EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS ALLOCATED FROM THE STATE HIGHWAY FUND TO C
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
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RE: DRAINAGE DITCH - J. WARREN MANUEL PROPERTY
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw, requested the Council withhold any action on this matter so that
he may give it further study.
RE: MIRACLE MILE LITIGATION
Matter of settlement continued to March 6th, 1961.
RE: SIRARD LANE EXTENSION
Letter requesting Public Works Department to furnish engineering and inspection for the ex-
tension of Sirard Lane was referred to the Public Works.
RE: STREETT SEAT ADVERTISING
Mr. Paul A. Streett asked permission to transfer his interest in bus stop benches to the Western
Advertising System. City Manager was directed to negotiate a lease with the Western Advertising
System.
RE: PLUMBING INSPECTOR
Mr. R. F. Wood, representing the Association of Plumbing Inspectors, requested that action on
the report by the building inspector be delayed until March 6th Council meeting.
RE: POLICE RADIO DISPATCHER CLERK
City Manager, Dan Andersen presented his report survey for salary range and job classification.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council authorized using the title
Radio Dispatcher Clerk with the salary range of 5 steps beginning at $367.00 to $447.00.
RE: MOBIL 011 COMPANY USE PERMIT NO. 731
Mr. R. D. Theile representing Mobil Oil Company requested that the property lines of the ex-
tension of Bellam Boulevard be set so his company could prepare plans for the construction of a
service station.
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles was directed to contact the Coleman Engineering Company
to work out preliminary lines for the extension of Bellam Blvd.
RE: GAS TAX FUND
Council authorized payment of Coleman Engineering Company traffic and freeway plan study to
be paid from the Engineering Gas Tax Fund.
RE: PLANNER CONSULTANT
The City Manager and City Planner were authorized to recommend three credited planner con-
sultants to advise the Council and assist Coleman Engineering Company in the recommendations on
the 101 Freeway.
RE: PERSONNEL
Public Works Department was authorized to hire Eleanor Blum as Secretary at a salary of
$343.00 per month commencing February 20th, 1961.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as appears
from the Advice on Warrants dated February 20th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to which re-
ference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 15,555.57
GAS TAX FUND 4,658.00
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 332.18
PARKS FUND 199.42
EQWIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 4,064.45
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES FD. 510.54
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 72.42
$ 25,392.58
Council adjourned to February 27th, 1961 at 5:15 P. M.
W; ity Clerk
427— W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy City Clerk
Approved this �� day of -961
MAY OF THE CITY OF aSAN:-RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, February 27th, 1961 at 5:15 P. M. in the
Council Chambers.
Adjourned Regular meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Absent: Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
The public hearing on the proposed acquisitions and improvements, the extent of the assess-
ment district, the proposed assessment, and the proposed sales of said improvements was declared
opened.
Mr. Peter Hunt, attorney, filed waiver of property owners, bearing the signatures of the owners
of the property in Marin Bay Improvement District No. 1 as described in Resolution of Intention
No. 2441 adopted by the Council on January 23, 1961.
There being no one appearing for or against, nor were any written protests filed the Public
Hearing was declared closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2454 - RESOLUTION CONFIRMING ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS TO BE MADE;
PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF RECORDING OF ASSESSMENT: AND DESIGNATING CITY TAX COLLEC-
TOR TO COLLECT AND RECEIVE MONEY.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Menary
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RESOLUTION NO. 2455 -RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALE OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RESOLUTION NO. 2456 - RESOLUTION AND ORDER PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $2,457,930.44 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT
OF STREET IMPROVEMENT BONDS, MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1, PRESCRIBING THE
AMOUNT, DATE AND TERM OF SAID BONDS, AND PRESCRIBING THE MATURITY THEREOF; FIXING
THE MAXIMUM RATE OF INTEREST ON SAID BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF SAID BONDS
AND THE COUPONS TO BE ATTACHED THERETO; AND SELLING SAID BONDS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen:Jensen
Councilmen Menary left the meeting at 6:25 P. M.
The City Clerk reported the following bids were received and opened at 1:00 P. M. February 27th, 1961.
BIDDER
ITEM 1
ITEM 2
TOTAL
S & Q Construction Co.
South San Francisco
105,078
40,205
145,283
North Bay Construction Co.
Santa Rosa
101,000
30,000
131,000
Elmer J. Freethy
E1 Cerrito
109,000
37,300
146,300
Fred J. Early
San Francisco
109,839
34,000
143,839
C. Norman Peterson Jr.
Berkeley
101,570
34,730
136,300
Palmberg & Sonoma Construction
tion Company - Santa Rosa
109,700
36,000
145,700
Brady Construction Company
San Francisco
109,266
32,695
141,961
Wm. R. Crail Construction,lnc.
San Diego, Calif.
94,024
32,730
126,764
K. Scheyer
El Cerrito, Calif.
39,500
118,500
158,000
RESOLUTION NO. 2457 - AWARD OF CONTRACT (Wm. R. Crail Construction, Inc., San Diego, Calif.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen and Menary
Meeting adjourned 6:45 P. M.
L. GA Ci y erk
W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy City Clerk
Approved this '� day of`VV1961
0 TY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, March 6th, 1961 at 8:00 P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jdnsen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of February 20th and
27th, 1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each
member, were approved.
RE: DEMOLITION OF GERSTLE PARK BUILDING
The following bids were received, opened and read:
Russ Lauterwasser $2,740.00
111 Piedmont Court
Larkspur, Calif.
Ghilotti Bros. $4,955.00
629 Francisco Blvd.
San Rafael, Calif.
Referred to Parks Department.
RE: PROPOSED LEASE OF CITY PROPERTY (YACHT CLUB)
Morrison E. Green, Commodore of San Rafael Yacht Club, introduced Les Simmons former Commodore
who presented a request to the City Council to lease the club enough property on the canal front-
age for the erection of a club facility. Mr. Simmons presented a front elevation of the proposed
building. The Council asked that the club submit a plan showing the location and amount of land
desired.
RE: 3-5 TON PORTABLE ROAD ROLLER
On recommendation of Supervisor of Public Works all the bids that were received and read
February 20th be rejected and new bids be called for.
RESOLUTION NO. 2458- RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO
BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR 3 TO 5 TON PORTABLE TANDEM ROAD ROLLER.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar,
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CIJOS STREET - PROJECT 41
Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
RESOLUTION NO. 2459 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR
CIJOS STREET RECONSTRUCTION - PROJECT 41.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT y "7—
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The Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute an agreement with the Municipal Data
Processing Company and the City of San Rafael.
RESOLUTION NO. 2460 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PLANNING CONSULTANT
It was moved by Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, that William E. Spangler,
Planning Consultant be employed to work in conjunction with Daniel Coleman Engineering Company on
the widening and realigning of Highway 101.
RE: STATE PLANNING OFFICE FOR URBAN PLANNING
RESOLUTION NO. 2461 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: WESTERN ADVERTISING SYSTEM INCORPORATED
The matter of signing an agreement with the Western Advertising System, Inc, for advertising
on the bus stop benches was referred to the City Manager to negotiate for the City of San Rafael
to purchase said benches.
RE: SAN PEDRO ROAD PROPERTY EXCHANGE
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a map showing the proposed property ex-
change in the Loch Lomond area with the John F. McCarthy Company. The Council directed that Mr.
Rawles continue negotiations with the John F. McCarthy Company.
RE:REZONING CYPRESS POINT
Public hearing was set for March 20th, 1961 Council meeting.
RE: ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
Public hearing was set for March 20th, 1961 Council meeting.
RE: CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from the Marin Council of Churches requesting permission to hold annual Easter Sunrise
Services on San Rafael Hill April 2nd, 1961 was referred to the City Manager.
A letter of Mrs. Edward Jacobsen requesting that the Council discuss with the State Division
of Highways on the construction of a pedestrian overpass in the Coleman School Area was referred
to the Public Works Department.
The validity of the Terra Linda Annexation election was read and ordered filed.
Letter of Mrs. Frederick Dunnbier congratulating the City on the efficiency of their Building
Department.
RE: GLENWOOD PARK
Director of Parks and Recreation, Joseph Rodota reported the price submitted by the owners
of the Glenwood park site contained more land than was intended to purchase and had been resub-
mitted to the owners for new figures.
RE: PERSONNEL
Resignation of City Planner, Donald Newmark was read and was accepted with regrets. The City
Manager, Dan Andersen, was directed to receive applications for the position.
The City Manager and Building Inspector were ordered to recruit an additional assistant build-
ing Inspector at a salary of $520.00 per month.
The Council authorized Modesto Lamperti's employment service be retroactive to the date of em-
ployment.
The Council authorized employment of Phillip Green in the Police Department as Patrolman at a
salary of $447.00 effective date of employment, March 15, 1961.
Council approved the transfer of Harold Thomson as Yard Clerk in the Street Department to
Police Dispatcher Clerk in the Police Department, effective March 6th, 1961.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as appears
from the Advice on Warrants dated March 6th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to which reference
is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $18,942.90
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 467.80
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 6,200.94
$25,611.64
Council adjourned to 7:30 March 20th, 1961.
WCL. M 0 R G A , i Clerk
W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy City Clerk
Approved this a of 1961
MAYO OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, March 20th, 1961 at 7:30 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
RE: SPECIAL ELECTION - TERRA LINDA ANNEXATION
Pursuant to law, the Council met to canvas the returns of Special Election Terra Linda
Annexation held on March 7th, 1961.
RESOLUTION NO. 2462 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL DECLARING CANVASS OF RETURNS
AND RESULTS OF SPECIAL ELECTION, TERRA LINDA ANNEXATION HELD ON MARCH 7TH, 1961.
WHEREAS, in pursuance of law and Resolution No. 2433 of the City of San Rafael, the Council
of the City of San Rafael duly called and ordered held in the territory known as Terra Linda
Community, a Special Election pertaining to the annexation of "Terra Linda" to the City of San
Rafael; and
WHEREAS, said Special Election was held on Tuesday,March 7th, 1961 in accordance with law
and the proceedings of said Council, and the votes therein received, and canvassed, and the
returns thereof ascertained, determined, and declared in all respects as required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of San Rafael, as follows:
1. That the City Clerk of the City of San Rafael be, and is hereby instructed
to enter this resolution on the minutes of the Council as a statement of
the results of said election.
2. That the whole number of votes cast at said election was 1529 votes. That
no ballots were spoiled and not counted.
3. That 34 absentee voters ballots have been duly received and canvassed in
time, form, and manner as required by law.
4. That the number of votes cast in each precinct for or against annexation
was as follows:
Precinct No.
Yes
No
16o
83
90
161
75
99
162
54
95
163
44
92
164
43
104
165
62
127
166
158
78
172
96
63
173
47
85
Totals
662
833
Absentee Vote
14
20
Total Vote
676
853
5. That less than a majority of all of the votes cast at said Special Election were in
favor of said annexation, and that said annexation faiTed to carry.
I, W. L. MORGAN, Clerk of the City of San Rafael, California hereby certify that the fore-
going resolution was duly and regularly introduced and adopted at a regular meeting of the
Council of said City held on Monday the 20th day of March, 1961, by the following vote, to -wit:
Ages: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the minutes of March 6th, 1961,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member,
were approved.
RE: CIJOS STREET RECONSTRUCTION P. W. 41
The following bids were received, opened and read:
0. C. Jones
A -
12,571.00
B -
12,278.00
E. A. Forde
A -
12,125.00
B -
12,809.00
Ghilotti Bros.
A -
12,271.50
B -
12,o46.50
Ceccotti & Son of
A -
13,040.90
Marin
B -
13,102.90
Piombo Bros.
A -
9,148.85
B -
9,713.35
;. � 2
RESOLUTION NO. 2463 - RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT. (Piombo Bros.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: 3-5 TON PORTABLE TANDEM ROAD ROLLER
The following bids were received, opened, and read:
Edward R. Bacon Company No Bid
Cook Bros. Truck & Equipment Co. No Bid
Bay Cities Equipment Inc. $5,112.48
Ricker Machinery Company $5,549.37
Western Traction Company $5,058.00
Spears -Wells Machine Co., Inc. $4,550.00
Referred to Public Works Department for recommendation.
RE: LEASING CITY PROPERTY SAN RAFAEL YACHT CLUB
Les Simmons, past Commodore of the San Rafael Yacht Club presented a plot plan of the pro-
posed location of the property to be leased.
Referred to the City Manager and City Attorney for recommendation.
RE: CASH BOND - SPILIOTIS AND COMPANY
Spiliotis and Company requested that they be allowed to replace their cash bond in the amount
of $3,640.00 with a faithful performance bond of the same amount.
Permission was granted by the City Council.
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2464 - RESOLUTION CALLING FOR BIDS AND DETERMINING GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF PER DIEM
WAGES.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: DEMOLITION GERSTLE PARK BUILDING
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the contract for the demolition
of the above referred to building was awarded to Russ Lluterwasser for the amount of $2,740.00.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT WITH HAMILTON A.F.B.
RESOLUTION NO. 2471 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: NORTHWESTERN PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY AGREEMENT FOR USE OF POLES
RESOLUTION NO. 2467 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: BELLAM BOULEVARD EXTENSION
The Council directed the City Manager to obtain a title report, description, and appraisal
of the Friendshuh Property so that negotiations can start for the purchase of the property for
use in the proposed extension of Bellam Boulevard.
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 731 - MOBIL OtL COMPANY
Ordered held over.
RE: PEDESTRIAN OVERPASS HIGHWAY 101
A petition with 85 signatures was presented by Mrs. Edwin Jacobson requesting that a
pedestrian overpass over Highway 101 be constructed in the vicinity of Coleman School.
RESOLUTION NO. 2472 - RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE NEED FOR PEDESTRIAN OVERPASS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 2465 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTIONS AT WHICH A BOULEVARD STOP
IS REQUIRED.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Menary
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING THROUGH STREETS
RESOLUTION NO. 2466 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING THROUGH STREETS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Menary
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MAJOR STREETS
RESOLUTIO N NO. 2468 - RESOLUTION DECLARING MAJOR CITY STREETS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 731 - FINAL ADOPTION
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 731 - An ordinance amending Charter Ordinance No. 514, the Zoning or District-
ing Ordinance of the City of San Rafael, County of Marin,State of California, by amending the zoning
map of the City of San Rafael, adopted by reference by Section 2.2 thereof, so as to amend Section
2. Districts, Sub -Section 2.1, of Charter Ordinance No. 514 (Zoning Ordinance) to include an
Administrative -Professional District or A -P District, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 731 was
passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen , Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 732 - PASSED TO PRINT
An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Chapter 12.20 of the Municipal Code of said
City by adopting, by reference, the 1959 Edition of the Uniform Electrical Code, with certain
specific additions and changes thereto, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 732 was read, in-
troduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS 1961 - PICK-UP TRUCK CHASSIS & CAB
RESOLUTION NO. 2469 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
TO BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR ONE (1) 1961 MODEL PICK-UP TRUCK
CHASSIS, CAB AND BODY.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None s
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MIRACLE MILE LITIGATION
Ordered held over.
RE: CORRESPONDENCE
Letter regarding condition of Fair Drive was read.
Letter from the Chamber of Commerce commending the Council's action in endorsing the Daniel
Coleman Highway Freeway report was read.
RE: PERSONNEL
The Council authorized employment and placing on the regular payroll the following persons:
Harry L. Slagil in the Street Department, as Yard Clerk at a salary of
$333.00 per month effective March 8, 1961.
Faye Logan in the Recreation Department as Supervisor Special Activities
Recreation Leader at a salary of $384.00 per month effective March 15,
1961.
James Garrett as Assistant City Administrator at $525.00 per month effective
March 20, 1961.
Earl E. Gregg Assistant Building Inspector C@ $520.00 per month effective
March 27th, 1961.
All claims approved by the Financo Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated March 20th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 11,048.06
PARKS FUND 4,816.73
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT FUND 34.67
EQUIPMENT &REPLACEMENT FUND 1,737.29
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 - OPERA-
TION AND MAINTENANCE FUND 68.63
$ 17,705.38
Council adjourned to 9:00 a, m., March 21st, 1961.
/W. ,10 A /' y lerk
W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy City Clerk
1
Approved this: day of 1961
,:�_'�MAYV OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Tuesday, March 21st, 1961 at 9:00 o'clock A.M.,
Council met pursuant to adjournment and law:
Adjourned Regular Meeting:
RE: GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
Absent: Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 15, Article IV of the Charter of the City of San
Rafael, City Clerk W. L. Morgan presented a certified list of the candidates nominated for
offices to be filled at the General Municipal Election to be held on Monday, April 10th, 1961.
RESOLUTION NO. 2470 ELECTION PROCLAMATION CALLING, PROVIDING FOR AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION IN THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, FOR THE PRUPOSE OF ELECTING CERTAIN
MUNICIPAL OFFICERS, AND OF A GENERAL ELECTION IN SAN RAFAEL SCHOOL DISTRICT AND
SNA RAFAEL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
OF EDUCATION, ON MONDAY, APRIL 10th, 1961.
Ayes; Councilmen: Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen
RE: BUS STOP BENCHES
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Baar, the City Manager was authorized
to purchase benches from Streett Advertising Company for sum not to exceed $500.00.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Menary & Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen
Council adjourned.
MORGAPj�Ci Clerk
Approved this day of 961
l
MAY OF T CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
Gly �J
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, April 3rd, 1961 at 8:00 P. M. o'clock P. M.
o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the minutes of March 20th and
March 21st, 1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing
to each member, were approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS
The following bids for 1961 Model Pick -Up Truck were received, opened and read:
Ames Ford Sales $ 2,913.23
Bianco Motors, Inc. 3,094.00
Rossi Garage - declined to bid
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, all bids were rejected.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - AMEND ZONING ORDINANCE RE ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
Public hearing was opened. No one appearing for or against the proposed amendment the hearing
was continued to 8:00 P. M. April 17th, 1961 with instructions to the City Manager to prepare
a draft of an ordinance to be submitted to the Planning Commission and Council.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING CYPRESS POINT
Public hearing was opened. Pursuant to request of the developers of Cypress Point, the
hearing was continued to 8;00 P. M. April 17th, 1961.
RE: AWARD CONTRACT - PORTABLE TANDEM ROAD ROLLER
RESOLUTION NO. 2473 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 3-5 TON PORTABLE TANDEM ROAD ROLLER
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 732 - An ordinance of the City of San Rafael amending Chapter 12.20 of the Muni-
cipal Code of said City by adopting, by reference, the 1959 edition of the Uniform Electrical Code,
with certain specific additions and changes thereto, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 732 was
passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: BELLAM BLVD. EXTENSION
City Manager Dan Andersen reported on appraisals of lands necessary for the extension of
Bellam Blvd. East San Rafael.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote in-
structed the City Manager to negotiate purchase of the necessary lands.
RE: RETENTION PAYMENT - PROJECT 35 THIRD AND HIGH STREETS STORM WATER PUMP If;
Supervisor of Public Works Norris Rawles requested reduction of retention payment to con-
tractor for Project 35, 3rd and High Streets Storm Water Pump installation from 10% to 2% of
contract price. City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw pointed out that this was contrary to provisions
in the City Charter.
The Council declined to authorize the reduction.
RE: SCENIC HEIGHTS UNIT 4 SUBDIVISION V
Pursaunt to request of Public Works Department and Council by unanimous vote approved release
of surety bond for construction in Scenic Heights Unit 4 Subdivision, and authorized Mayor and
City Clerk to execute agreement for maintenance of subdivision improvements and accept $2,000
surety bond securing the agreement.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT
The Council authorized issuance of encroachment permit to F. 0. Strom, 215 Picnic Avenue for
construction of retaining wall on street right-of-way.
RE: NAVIGATIONAL PROJECTS & RELATED HARBOR WORKS
RESOLUTION NO. 2474 - RESOLUTION SUPPORTING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1962 CIVIL WORKS APPROPRIATIONS
FOR BAY REGION NAVIGATIONAL AND RELATED HARBOR DEVELOPMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CASH BONDS
Pursuant to recommendation of Public Works Department, on motion of Councilman Menary,
seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote authorized release of $44,750.19 of
the Cash Bond deposited with the City Treasurer to Northgate Shopping Center.
RE: MARIN BAY MASTER PLAN
Dan Coleman, Engineer for developers of Marin Bay presented drawings and explained to the
Council the proposed development of multiple family areas with the Marin Bay area.
RE: MOUNTAIN VIEW AVENUE CUL-DE-SAC
Request of Spiliotis and Company for City to abandon a portion of the cul-de-sac at norther-
ly end of Mountain View Avenue was presented. Referred to Public Works Department to check
with other property owners involved.
RE: FAIR DRIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
Report of City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw on maintenance and repair to Fair Drive and City
streets not brought up to City standards, and accepted as City streets were presented. Re-
ferred back to City Attorney at his request for further report and recommendations at next
Council meeting.
RE: PERSONNEL
The Council authorized employment of Juanita McGuire to be placed on regular payroll P
$288.00 per month effective March 1st, 1961.
RE: COUNCIL
Councilman Aby was authorized to be absent from the State April 8th through April 16th,
1961.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated April 3rd, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND ------------------------- $ 27,631.21
PARKS FUND--------------------------- 8,000.00
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 6,330.75
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND--------- 119.78
$ 42,081.74
Council adjourned to 4:30 P. M. Friday, April 14th, 1961.
W. L. MORGAN�i Clerk
Approved this/day of ;�.�� �. 1961
M OR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
"In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Friday, April 14th, 1961 at 4:30 P. M.
Adjourned Regular Meeting:
Council Met Pursuant to Adjournment and Law:
Present: Fred E. Jensen, Acting Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Absent: Mayor John F. McInnis
Councilman Charles W. Aby
Acting Mayor Jensen called the Council to order and proceeded to canvass the election returns from the
General Municipal Election held Monday, April 10th, 1961.
RESOLUTION NO. 2475 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL DECLARING CANVASS OF RETURNS
AND RESULTS OF GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON APRIL 10th, 1961.
J: -X WHEREAS, in pursuance of law and the Charter of the City of San Rafael, the Council of the
City of San Rafael duly called and ordered held in said City and in San Rafael School District
and :i;n San Rafael High School District on Monday, the 10th day of April, 1961, a General Muni-
cipal Election to elect Municipal Officers and Members of the Board of Education, at which
election the offices to be billed and the candidates for such offices as set forth in the
certified list of the City Clerk as required by law were as follows:
FOR MAYOR: (One to be elected for full term of 2 years)
John F. McInnis
FOR COUNCILMEN: (Two to be elected for full term of 4 years)
Louis H. ''Bud'' Baar
Orlando Conti
Joseph R. Filippo
Michael McLean
David Menary, Jr.
FOR MEMBERS OF BOARD OF EDUCATION: (Two to be elected for full term of 4 years each)
Bella Aaron
Joseph Albanese
John M. Bagshaw
Ben F. Petrini
Lothar Salin
Howard L. Simon
H. David Sokoloff
WHEREAS, said General Municipal Election was held on Monday, April 10th, 1961, in accordance
with law and the proceedings of said Council and the votes thereat received and canvassed, and
the returns thereof ascertained, determined and declared in all respects as required by law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Rafael, as follows:
1. That the City Clerk of the City of San Rafael be, and is hereby, instructed to
enter this resolution on the minutes of the Council as a statement of the re-
sults of said election.
2. That the whole number of votes cast at said election was 6225 votes. That -6 -
ballots were spoiled and not counted.
(a) That the total number of votes cast for municipal offices at said
election in said City was 4567
(b) That the total number of votes cast outside the city limits of said
City in said School Districts was 1658
3. That the names of the persons voted for and the respective offices to be filled,
for which ballots were cast, and the number of votes given in each precinct and
by absentee voters to each of said persons was as follows:
C A N D I DATES_
San Rafael
Precinct Mayor Councilmen
Nos. McInnis Baar Conti Filippo McLean Menary Total Ballots
1
139
68
33
69
66
66
157
2
100
46
21
67
17
77
119
3
178
115
34
77
47
131
208
4
189
97
32
74
64
137
213
5
98
49
32
45
25
68
122
6
184
107
36
76
35
155
222
7
111
62
41
48
29
84
140
8
107
55
27
58
25
72
123
9
129
76
73
44
29
81
165
10
202
130
71
72
55
166
264
11
157
85
89
60
39
90
196
12
167
99
85
64
29
123
223
13
142
76
51
58
29
99
165
San Rafael Mayor Councilmen
Precinct
Nos McInnis Baar Conti Filippo McLean Menary Total Ballots
14
177
103
38
76
45
135
205
15
82
39
27
24
28
57
95
16
156
90
25
63
33
122
183
17
163
102
37
65
36
123
198
18
73
46
6
34
14
57
84
19
176
93
28
111
46
133
229
20
208
156
29
59
32
199
247
21
142
78
37
56
38
112
174
22
171
89
54
79
42
127
210
23
91
63
12
43
10
80
111
24
182
116
25
51
21
155
198
25
180
109
36
43
14
164
196
26
64
34
11
34
20
41
74
TOTALS
3,768
2,183
990
1,550
868
2,854
4,521
ABSENTEE
17
33
43
165
14
57
71
VOTE
37
19
3
11
5
35
46
TOTAL
41
16
23
18
27
95
16
VOTE
3,805
2,202
993
1,561
873
2,889
4,567
_C A N D_ 1_D_A T E_S
San Rafael Members - Board of Education
Precinct
Nos. AARON ALBANESE BAGSHAW PETRINI SALIN SIMON SOKOLOFF TOTAL BALLOTS
1
62
75
54
25
31
19
26
157
2
58
52
56
14
7
12
28
119
3
76
99
73
47
33
14
40
208
4
92
67
79
33
38
24
70
213
5
34
42
63
20
15
18
28
122
6
60
62
63
21
37
29
61
222
7
54
57
61
29
28
17
20
140
8
51
41
68
7
32
6
32
123
9
54
69
51
26
28
26
39
165
10
111
124
104
52
30
25
36
264
11
73
81
78
39
33
24
32
196
12
89
104
85
53
28
14
27
223
13
65
54
57
27
17
33
43
165
14
57
71
103
28
37
27
67
205
15
24
29
41
16
23
18
27
95
16
80
69
83
34
12
26
27
183
17
84
86
72
25
29
27
31
198
18
35
29
37
12
11
8
20
84
19
138
83
72
28
31
13
48
229
20
75
54
142
22
44
26
108
247
21
78
66
58
33
40
25
28
174
22
75
89
78
39
38
23
37
210
23
39
42
40
11
24
20
22
111
24
76
43
66
35
49
44
56
198
25
39
30
39
16
66
125
32
196
26
18
16
31
18
15
9
40
74
27
101
64
71
18
26
35
73
206
28
51
34
75
104
20
21
131
229
29
31
44
54
41
15
17
87
149
30
42
39
86
60
54
10
127
214
31
33
34
73
28
40
20
104
172
32
30
17
66
10
62
29
110
166
33
26
22
35
13
59
9
83
127
34
33
22
48
43
33
11
73
142
35
19
21
18
6
11
4
17
48
36
29
21
28
6
11
9
17
121
37
20
11
14
7
7
15
8
43
38
15
8
16
4
5
5
13
34
2,127
1,971
2,338
1,050
1,119
837
1,868
6,172
ABSENTEE
VOTE
22
20
23
2
7
5
10
53
TOTAL
VOTE
2,149
1,991
2,361
1,052
1,126
842
1,878
6,225
4. That at said general municipal election the following named persons received the largest
number of votes for the following offices, respectively, and were, therefore, duly elected to
the respective office for which they were respectively candidates, and each of said persons
having received the largest number of votes cast for any person for such office is hereby
declared to be duly and regularly elected to such office, respectively for the term commencing
April 17th, 1961, and the City Clerk is hereby directed to issue a Certificate of Election to
each of said persons, certifying his election to the office appearing after his name, and to
administer to each of said persons, certifying his election to the office appearing after his
name, and to administer to each of said persons the oath of office prescribed by the Constitu-
tion and Laws of the State of California and the Charter of said City, to -wit:
1C'4_�It
John F. McInnis Mayor
Louis H. ''Bud'' Baar Councilman
David Menary, Jr. Councilman
Bella Aaron Member of Board of Education
John M. Bagshaw Member of Board of Education
5. That all absentee voters' ballots have been duly received and canvassed in time, form and,
manner as required by law.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 14th day of April, 1961, by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby and Mayor McInnis
Attest:
City Clerk of the City of San Rafael, California
Council adjourned.
/s/ Fred Jensen, Acting Mayor of the
City of San Rafael
WIL.�MOi'GA'N,' YtyyClerk
�f
Approved this day of 1961
e
MA OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, April 17th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
(City Clerk, W. L. Morgan administered the Oath of Office to the following officers who were elected at
the General Municipal Election April 10th, 1961
John F. McInnis, Mayor
Louis H. "Bud" Baar, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
The City Clerk reported that Oath of Office was administered to Members of the Board of Education, Bella
Aaron and John Bagshaw at 7:30 in order for them to attend a Board of Education meeting scheduled for
8:00 o'clock P. M.'
Mayor McInnis took the chair and the newly elected officers were seated.
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of April 3rd and
April 14th, 1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to
each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
Public hearing on amendment to the zoning ordinance for architectural control regulations
continued from meeting of April 3rd, was opened.
Eugene O'Connor appeared and questioned portions of the proposed regulations. No one else appear-
ing, the public hearing was closed.
An ordinance amending Section 14.72.070 of the Municipal Code of San Rafael, California, so as to
require architectural control for all buildings or structures other than single family dwellings
or duplexes, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 733 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to
print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING CYPRESS POINT
Public hearing on the proposed rezoning of Cypress Point continued from meeting of April 3rd
was opened. Assistant City Manager, James Garrett acted for the City Planner presented a map of
the area and explained the proposed rezoning.
Bryan McCarthy, attorney, appeared on behalf of Villa Real Subdivision property owners offering
no objections to the proposed rezoning.
Public hearing was closed.
An ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, California, adopted by re-
ference by Section 14.12.020 of the Municipal Code of San Rafael, California, so as to reclassify
certain real property from a "U" District to an R -1-B-1 District, and numbering Charter Ordinance
No. 734 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
Bids for construction on water transmission lines in Marin Bay Improvement District No. 1 which
were opened and declared on April 11th were presented to the Council. Daniel Coleman, Engineer
of Work and Peter Hunt, attorney, representing the developers recommended Award of Contract to
Underground Construction Company, Inc. the low bidder on the project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2476 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: FAIR DRIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw, presented his report and recommendations on maintenance and
repair of Fair Drive and other roads in the Chula Vista area.
Mr. William E. King of 27 Chula Vista Drive and other residents of the area spoke to the Council
requesting that repairs be made to portions of the road damaged by heavy trucks delivering build-
ing supplies to the area.
Mayor McInnis explained the city's obligations in -so -far as maintenance of the roadways in the
area urging residents in the area to get together on the development of public facilities up to
city standards in order for the city to accept them for maintenance.
After further discussion by the Council, Councilman Aby moved, seconded by Councilman Menary to
instruct the Public Works Department to bring a portion of the road up to previous grade and re-
move the existing hazard.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: 1961 PICT: -UP TRUCK CHASSIS AND CAB
Plans and specifications for a 1961 pick-up truck chassis and cab were presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2477 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
T0. BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR ONE (1) 1961 PICK-UP TRUCK CHASSIS AND
CAB.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: GLENWOOD PARK SITE
City Manager, Dan Andersen presented letter addressed to him by Security Savings and Loan
Association offering sale of lands to the City for the proposed Glenwood Park Site.
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Baar, the City Manager was authorized to
enter into Agreement of Sale and make the necessary $5,000.00 deposit requested by the owners
of the property.
RE: BELLAM BOULEVARD EXTENSION
The Public Works Department presented drawing of proposed extension of Bellam Boulevard showing
property proposed to be acquired.
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the City Manager and Public Works
Department were authorized to obtain appraisals on the property to be acquired and the City
Attorney was instructed to start the necessary Eminent Domain Proceedings.
RESOLUTION NO. 2478 - INSTRUCTIONS TO CITY ATTORNEY TO PROCEED WITH EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: MOUNTAIN VIEW AVENUE CUL-DE-SAC
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles, reported on consulting the property owners bordering
on cul-de-sac on a portion of Mountain View Avenue and presented letters of John Futscher and
Ernest M. Beckstrom objecting to abandonment of portion of the cul-de-sac.
No action was taken by the Council.
0AY
RE: MAR -IN B4A IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT N0. 1
Peter Hunt, attorney for Marin Bay Improvement District No. 1 presented deeds for dedication
of grants of easements of Marin Bay Improvement District.
The matter was discussed with Superintendent of Streets Norris Rawles and Daniel Coleman, Engineer
of Work for the assessment district.
RESOLUTION NO. 2479 - ACCEPTING DEDICATION OF GRANTS OF EASEMENT OF REAL PROPERTY
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented bills and claims against the funds of
Marin Bay Improvement District No. 1.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the Council authorized payment
to Latipac Perini Company $953,486.19, subject to their agreement as outlined by the City Attorney.
The Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute on behalf of the City, the proposed agreement
to be prepared by the City Attorney.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council authorized payment of
the fol.l-owing bills from funds of Marin Bay Improvement District No. 1.
Coleman Engineering Company $ 62,612.00
Woodward, Clyde, Sherard & Assoc. 11,701.77
Harry N. Jenks 12,363.00
Latipac-Perini 44,788.90
Peter Hunt 12,000.00
Wm. R. Crail Construction Company 2,281.58
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
y,
RE: SAN RAFAEL BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council authorized payment
of $150.00 to San Rafael Beautification Committee, for installation of planters and shrubs on
''A" Street in front of San Rafael City Hall property.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: STATE LEGISLATURE
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the City Manager was directed
to write a letter to the State Legislature on bills affecting cities.
RE: PROPOSED ANNEXATION LANDS OF SAN RAFAEL NEWPORT COMPANY
Petition for annexation of lands of San Rafael Newport Company was presented.
Referred to City Planning Commission for recommendation.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated April 17th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND $
PARKS FUND
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FD.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DIST.
No. 1 FUND 411.32
$ 23,963.26
15,547.78
23.97
1,700.53
6,279.66
GENERAL FUND
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT
DIST. NO. FUND
5,150.00
1,099,233.44
$ 1,104,383.44
�. L. MORGAD, Ci Clerk
Approved th is �� day of ��*�'^ 1961
MAY OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael Monday May 1st 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis Mayor
Charles W. Aby. Councilman
Louis H. Bear, Councilman
David Menary. Councilman
Absent: Fred E. Jensen Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby. seconded by Councilman Bear the minutes of April 17th 1961
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member were
approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS 1961 PICK-UP TRUCK �.
The following bids for 1961 Pick-up Truck Chassis and Cab were received. opened and read:
Ames Ford $ 1,738.60
Bianco Motors 2,064.60
Rossi Garage 1.937.11
DeLong Chevrolet 1.800.50
RESOLUTION N0, 2480 - AWARD OF CONTRACT. (Ames Ford)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby Bear Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: PEDESTRIAN WAY "B" STREET TO THIRD AND ''A" PARKING LOT
The Public Works Department reported on cost of proposed pedestrian walk -way from " & Street
to 3rd and ''A" Street Parking Lot pointing out the condition of structures bordering the proposed
pedestrian walk -way.
Referred to Public Works Department to inform the interested property owners of the Council's
decision on the matter,
RE: PROPOSED ANNEXATION OF LANDS OF SAN RAFAEL NEWPORT COMPANY
Petition for Annexation of Lands of San Rafael Newport Company on the southery side of San
Pedro Road near its intersection with Mission Avenue was presented.
Referred back to the Planning Commission with instructions relative to adjacent lands.
RE: PROPOSED ABANDONMENT PORTION MOUNTAIN VIEW AVENUE
Ordered held over.
RE: 1961-62 RECREATION PROGRAM
Director of Recreation and Parks, Joseph D. Rodota presented proposed recreation program for
fiscal year 1961-62.
On motion of Councilman Bear, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Recreation Department was authoriz-
ed to hire necessary personnel subject to approval of the Board of Education of the proposed
school Board's participation in cost of the program,
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Bear, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: PROPERTY EXCHANGE WITH SAN RAFAEL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Deeds for City property proposed to be granted to San Rafael High School District in exchange
for school property to be deeded to the City was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2481 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A GRANT DEED. (San Rafael High School Dis-
trict of Marin County)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Bear, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: BRET HARTE HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 1959-1
Resolution correcting error in assessment roll, Bret Harte Heights Subdivision Improvement
Project 1959-1 furnished by Kirkbride, Wilson, attorneys, was presented by the Public Works De-
partment.
RESOLUTION NO. 2482 - A RESOLUTION ORDERING CHANGES OF ASSESSMENT BRET HARTE HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION PROJECT
NO. 1959-1
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Bear, Menary and MayorMclnnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT
Request of the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company for encroachment on Shaver Street for
underground transformers vault was presented.
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized issuance of the encroachment permit.
RE: GAS TAX FUNDS �,,
q,
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles, presented resolution adopting budget for ex-
penditure of funds allocated from the State Highway Fund to Cities.
RESOLUTION NO. 2483 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL ADOPTING BUDGET FOR EX-
PENDITURE OF FUNDS ALLOCATED FROM THE STATE HIGHWAY FUND TO CITIES.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: REZONING - ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 733 - An ordinance amending Section 14.72.070 of the Municipal Code of San
Rafael, California, so as to require architectural control for all buildings or structures othern
than single family dwellings or duplexed, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 733 was passed and
adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and MayorMclnnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: REZONING CYPRESS POINT
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 734 - An ordinance amending the ZoningMap of the City of San Rafael, Cali-
fornia, 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 "U" District to an R -1-B-1 District, and numbering
Charter Ordinance No. 734 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the
following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: TRAFFIC REGULATIONS - PARKING LIMIT
Supervisor of Public Works,Norris Rawles presented a resolution designating two (2) hour
parking limit on West End Avenue between Greenfield Avenue an d Sentinel Court on the South
side of the street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2484 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING TWO (2) HOURS LIMIT PARKING AREAS.
(West End Avenue - Between Greenfield Ave, and Sentinel Court - South Side of
Street)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: SERVICE RISER AGREEMENT WITH PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC
Public Works Department presented proposed agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric Company
covering service riser pipe for signal at Belle Avenue and Irwin Streets.
The Council authorized that the Mayor and City Clerk execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
RE: MOBIL OTL USE PERMIT NO. 731
Ordered held over.
RE: REZONING BAYO VISTA WAY AND SCENIC AVENUE
Public hearing on proposed rezoning of property between Bayo Vista Way and Scenic Avenue was
set for 8:00 o'clock P. M., I.1ay 15th, 1961.
RE: REZONING IRWIN STREET NEAR HAZEL COURT
Public hearing on proposed rezoning of property on Irwin Street near Hazel Court was set for
8:00 o'clock P. M., May 15th, 1961.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - JOSEPH H. MILNER
Claim for damages filed by Joseph H. Milner caused by the backing of his automobile into a
fire hydrant on Third Street near Lincoln Avenue was presented.
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote denied
the claim.
RE: BAY AREA AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT
The Council discussed a model ordinance, proposed to be adopted by Cities on Air Pollution
and were informed of a meeting in the Marin County Court House at 8:00 o'clock P.M., May 10,1961.
RE: PERSONNEL
Council authorized employment of, and placing on the regular payroll as Groundsman at
salary of $368.00, Mario E. Leveroni, commencing May 1st, 1961.
RE: GOLDEN GATE AUTHORITY COMMISSION
Mayor McInnis discussed with the Council the report received from the State of California
of the Golden Gate Authority Commission.
The Council was unanimous in it's approval of the findings and recommendations in the report.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated May 1st, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to which -
reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND--------------------------------$ 29,585.36
PARKS FUND---------------------------------- 2,784.95
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND-------------------- 6,835.99
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND---------------- 4,691.53
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 --------------------- 58.18
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 ------- 128,624.94
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND-------------------- 1,621.12
$ 165,202.07
Council adjourned.
W, OR A , i lerk
Approved this day of _ 1961
e �
MAY R OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
i
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, May 15th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of May 1st, a true
and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member were
approved with the following amendment:
RE: 1961-62 RECREATION PROGRAM - to be added ''and also Council approval of Budget''
RE: PUBLIC HEARING REZONING BAYO VISTA WAY AND SCENIC AVENUE
Public hearing on proposed rezoning of lands lying between Bayo Vista Way and Scenic Avenue
was declared opened.
Acting City Planner, James Garrett reported on recommendations of the Planning Commission and
presented a map and explained the proposed rezoning in the area. Mr. Spiliotis spoke on behalf
of his proposed development of the area. Mr. Spiliotis spoke on behalf of his proposed develop-
ment of the area. John L. Rockwell, Attorney representing Colonel Morrison, Mrs. Wilma
Cunningham, Reverend Peterson, Mr. Peters, Robert Blake and Mrs. Bricker spoke in oppositionto
the proposed rezoning. Public hearing was closed.
After discussion by the Council, Councilman Aby moved, seconded by Councilman Menary, that the
rezoning be denied.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING PROPERTY ON IRWIN STREET NEAR HAZEL COURT
Public hearing on rezoning of property on Irwin Street near Hazel Court was declared opened.
Acting City Planner, James Garrett presented a map of the area and explained the proposed rezon-
ing and recommendations of the Planning Commission. Samuel Gardiner, attorney, representing Mr.
Ghilotti, the developer spoke in favor of the rezoning.
Mr. Ted Gibson, owner of the property bordering on the lands proposed to be rezoned spoke in
favor of the rezoning.
The following persons appeared and spoke in opposition to the rezoning,
Mrs. Helen Berman, Henry Taylor, Mr. Parkinson (representing Bret Harte Heights Association),
Bob Houston, Mr. Clark, Paul Steinmetz, and Peter Kehrline (representing Bret Harte Heights
Civic Association).
Public hearing was closed.
Councilman Jensen moved that ordinance be passed to print. There was no second to the motion.
Councilman Aby, and Councilman Jensen made further motions but the motions were withdrawn.
The Council ordered the matter held over to a special meeting to be called for 5:00 o'clock P.M.
on Monday, May 22nd, 1961.
RE: BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
Gene O'Connor and Paul Steinmetz members of the San Rafael Beautification Committee pre-
sented a drawing and plan for proposed Civic Center Development around the City Hall.
The Council accepted the plan with their thanks to the Beautification Committee, referring the
plan to the City Manager to be held over for further discussion at time of Budget meetings.
RE: FREEWAY REPORT AND MASTER STREET PLAN
Dan Coleman, Engineer presented Freeway Report and Master Street Plan for the City of San
Rafael. The Council accepted the plan for further study.
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Peter Hunt, attorney for the District presented and explained an agreement for installation,.
maintenance and Operation of Underground Gas and Electrical Facilities and for Conveyance there-
of.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
Peter Hunt, attorney for the District presented grants of easements and resolution to be adopted
by the Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 2485 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANTS OF EASEMENTS (Marin Bay Improvement District No. 1)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Claim in amount of $72,739.30 payable to the Latipac-Perini Company as Acquisition Costs was pre-
sented.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized payment of the claim,
RE: LINCOLN AVENUE EXTENSION
lJ Agreement for the exchange of properties with the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for
Lincoln Avenue Extension was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2486 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: DEED FOR PROPERTY TO BE CONVEYED
The conveyance of City property to the Pacific Gas and Electric Company was presented.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the deed on behalf of the City.
RE: TERRA LINDA SUBDIVISION UNIT 16
x Final Map for Terra Linda Subdivision Unit 16 was presented.
RESOLUTION N0, 2487 - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION ENTITED ''TERRA LINDA UNIT 16"
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 731 - MOBIL OIL COMPANY
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented a drawing showing location of service
station proposed to be erected by the Mobil Oil Company under Use Permit 731.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the Council by unanimous vote
approved the proposed construction under Use Permit No. 731.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the Council by unanimous vote
approved the proposed construction under Use Permit No, 731.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented application for Encroachment Permit to
construct fences on City right-of-way at 4 Anchorage Court in Freitas Annexation.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote authoriz-
ed issuance of Encroachment Permit.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES MRS. FRANCIS P. GASPAR
Letter addressed to the City Manager by Mrs. Francis P. Gaspar claiming damages and personal
r injury to herself by falling on pavement on Julia Street adjacent to Independent Journal Building
was presented.
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw explained recent legislature relative to the filing of claims.
Referred to the City Attorney for his action.
RE: APPEAL FROM DECISIONS OF PLANNING COMMISSION
Letter of Parker Engineering and Construction Company appealing the decision of the Planning
Commission denying architectural approval for a new service station to be constructed by the
Union Oil Company at Medway Road and Belvedere Street was presented.
Public hearing on the matter was set for 8:00 o'clock P.M., June 5th, 1961,
RE:. CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw was granted permission to leave the State during period May 21st,
to July 2nd, 1961. The City Attorney informed the Council that Lee Jordan, and W. 0, Weissich
were appointed to act in his place during his absence,
RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS L +
Pursuant to request of City Clerk, W. L. Morgan, on motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded
by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote authorized transfer of balance of $63,138.24
from Annexation Fees Fund to the Capital Improvement Fund to offset a portion of the cost for
constructing and equipping the Joseph Sauer Fire Station No. 3 in the Freitas Annexation area.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated May 15th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 23,315.67
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 1,595.47
PARKS FUND 534.49
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DIST.
NO. 1 103,142.43
$ 128,588.06
Council adjourned to 5:00 o'clock P. M., Monday , May 22nd, 1961.
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W. MORGAN i Clerk
Approved th i sl� day of�1961
MAYO OF THE CITY ^OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, May 22nd, 1961 at 5:00 o'clock P. M.
Adjourned Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
Councilman Menary arrived at 5:15 P. M.
Councilman Aby arrived at 5:21 P.M.
RE: REZONING PROPERTY ON IRWIN STREET NEAR HAZEL COURT
Samuel Gardiner, attorney for Mr. Ghilotti owner of property on Irwin Street proposed to
be rezoned was present; together with Mr. Ghilotti, and suggested to the Council that a plan
j of development of the property be presented before the Council makes its decision, further
J requesting that decision on the matter be held over for a month in order to draw the necessary
plans to be presented.
Mrs. Bostick and Mr. Parkinson spoke in opposition to rezoning.
The matter was ordered held over to Council meeting of June 19th, 1961.
The Council adjourned to 4:00 o'clock P. M. Wednesday, May 24th, 1961.
4J. L, t RGAN i Clerk
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Approved this 1 day of ��`�`—� 1861
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Wednesday, May 24th, 1961 at 4:00 o'clock P. M.
Council Met Pursuant to Adjournment\ ' Present: Charles W. Aby, Acting Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
/ Absent: John F. McInnis, Mayor
David Menary, Councilman
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RE: IMPROVEMENT POINT SAN PEDRO ROAD AND THIRD STREET
Supervisor of Public Works Norris Rawles presented and explained a resolution authorizing
County of Marin to acquire property for Proposed widening of Pt. San Pedro Road adjacent to
Mooring Road.
RESOLUTION NO. 2488 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AUTHORIZING THE AC-
QUISITION BY THE COUNTY OF MARIN OF ANY REAL PROPERTY OR INTEREST THEREIN, OR
RIGHTS OF WAY, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, IMPROVEMENT AND REPAIR OF CERTAIN POR-
TIONS OF SAN PEDRO ROAD LYING WITHIN THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, and Acting Mayor Aby
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Menary and Mayor McInnis
Council adjourned.
tJ. ' -MORGAN,�i y lerl<
Approvedth i s f� day of L/`-�°�`-��-�- 1961
MAYO F THE CI Y OF P!
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, June 5, 1961 at (3:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the minutes of May 15th, 22nd,
and 24th, 1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to
each member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL FROM DECISION OF PLANNING COMMISSION ON ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL.
I Appeal from decision of Planning Commission by Union Oil Company re Architectural Control on
l� service station to be constructed in East San Rafael was declared opened. Acting City Planner,
James Garrett' briefed the Council on action before the Planning Commission.
Mr. J. D. O'Neill of Parker Engineering and Construction Company presented a drawing of the pro-
posed building pointing out changes made to the original plan to include recommendations that
were made by the Planning Commission. Public hearing was closed.
Councilman Aby moved, seconded by Councilman Jensen, that the decision of the Planning Comm issior
be overruled and the plans approved as presented with changes made according to the Planning Com•
mission's recommendations.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: TRUCKING IN EAST SAN RAFAEL
Mario Ghilotti appeared on behalf of contractors regarding the use of streets in East San ',
Rafael Assessment District by heavy trucks hauling fill into the area, suggesting a meeting with
City Officials to set regulations controlling the use of the streets by heavy vehicles.
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported on conditions of streets in the area and the
recommended load limits established by the Engineer at Work for East San Rafael Assessment Dis-
trict.
Mayor McInnis asked that representatives of the contractors confer with the Public Works Depart-
ment and bring in a recommendation to the Council.
RE:SEWER EASEMENT - RAFAEL GARDENS
Mr. Noonan appeared before the Council requesting that the City accept a Sewer Easement and
sewer lines from his property in Rafael Gardens to Belle Avenue which had been installed according
to specifications of the Engineering Department several years ago. Supervisor of Public Works
Norris Rawles reported on investigation made by the Public Works Department.
Referred to Public Works Department.
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles informed the Council of request of W. R. Crail Com-'
pany, contractors for treatment plant and pumping plant for a 30 day extension, also advising the
Council the extension had the approval of the Engineer of Work and the Public Works Department.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized the 30 day extension in accordance with the recommendations of the Engineer of Work.
RE: RECREATION AGREEMENT WITH DIXIE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Letter of Director of Recreation and Parks, Joseph D. Rodota relative to Dixie School Dis-
trict's financial participation in recreation program was presented and explained by Joseph D.
Rodota.
Referred to Park and Recreation Department for further breakdown of program costs.
RE:CITY HALL
The Council discussed architectural proposals on proposed City Hall facility. The matter
of departmental space needs was discussed. Referred to City Manager for recapitulation of de-
partmental needs and to arrange for a meeting with local architects to discuss their proposals.
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 791
Acting City Planner, James Garrett reported on issuance of Use Permit No. 791 to Marie Irwin,
1016 "C" Street for construction of a living unit combined with commercial unit, issued to Marie
Irwin contingent on review by City Council.
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported to the Council on sortions of the property
that would be needed if Julia Street was to be extended to "C" Street.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote directed
that the Planning Commission be notified that the Council had no objections to the issuance of
the use permit.
RE: NORTHGATE SHOPPING CENTER C,
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized release of $7,700.00 cash bond on deposit with the City Treasurer to Northgate Shopp-
ing Center in accordance with recommendations of the City Engineer.
RE: STREET LINE PAINTING
Plans and Specifications for furnishing labor and materials for painting street lines and
markings were presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2489 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
TO BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR FURNISHING LABOR, MATERIALS & PAINTING
LINES, MARKINGS & LETTERING.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ROAD MATERIALS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1961-1962 VI —)" . q--�
Plans and Specifications for the furnishing of road materials for fiscal year 1961-1962 was
presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2490 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
TO BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR ROAD MATERIALS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE; PERSONNEL
Contract with Cooperative Personnel Services, State of California for personnel services
during 1961-1962 was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2491 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: REORGANIZATION OF CERTAIN CITY OFFICES
Letter and request of City Manager, Dan Andersen for reorganization of the City Manager,
Purchasing, City Hall and Planning Department was presented and discussed by the Council.
Councilman Baar moved, seconded by Councilman Aby to approve reorganization of the City Manager's
Office, Purchasing Department, City Hall and Planning Department in accordance with the recom-
mendations made by the City Manager for a six (6) months trial period.
2nd motion: Councilman Menary made a motion which was seconded by Councilman Aby to eliminate a
portion of the recommendation.
Vote of Second Motion:
Ayes: Councilmen: Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar and Mayor McInnis
Absent: Councilmen: None
Vote of First Motion:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Jensen and Menary
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: REZONING PORTION OF FREITAS ANNEXATION NORTH OF TERRA LINDA INTERCHANGE
Date of Public hearing for rezoning of a portion of the Freitas Annexation Area lying East
of Highway 101 and North of the Terra Linda Interchange was set for 8:00 o'clock P. M., Monday,
June 19, 1961.
RE: WOODLAND AVENUE EXTENSION
Letter of J. B. Rice relative to 'Joodland Avenue Extension was presented.
Referred to City Manager.
RE: BOARD OF EDUCATION (BELLA AARON) ,
Letter of Bella Aaron member of the San Rafael Board of Education requesting permission to
be absent from the City from June 17th, 1961 to August 10th, 1961 was presented.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote granted
the request.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AND PERSONAL INJURY BY ALVINA M. GASPAR�
Claim for damages and personal injuries filed by Alvina M. Gaspar was presented.
Ordered referred to Insurance Carrier.
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RE: PERSONNEL
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized employment of:
Howard Wetzel - Assistant Building Inspector at monthly salary of $520.00 commencing
May 24, 1961.
} Gilbert Freitas - Dispatcher, Police Department, at the monthly salary of $367.00 commenc-
ing June 1, 1961.
Elaine Germaine - Secretary, Police Department, at the monthly salary of $343.00 com-
mencing June 7th, 1961.
RE: TAXES
Pursuant to request of Division of Highway, on motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Council-
man Baar, the Council authorized cancellation of taxes on property purchased by State of Cali-
fornia from Joseph B. Rice and recorded 5/23/61 in OR 1464-159.
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT
Pursuant to request of Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles the Council by unanimous
vote authorized encroachment permit to Northgate Shopping Center for planter boxes in the North -
gate Shopping Center Area.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as appears
from the Advice on Warrants dated June 5th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to which reference
is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 13,994.53
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 17,764.63
GAS TAX FUND 3,692.00
PARKS FUND 1,487.65
STATE EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 6,682.48
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 685.98
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 FUND 55.86
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES FUND 15,336.00
MARIN BAY IMP. DIST. NO. 1 FUND 64,759.04
$124,458.17
Council adjourned,
W. R AN, i erk
Approved this ,%� da of
MAYOR PF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, June 19th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
_ RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
Absent: Louis H. Baar, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of June 5th, 1961,
a true and correct copy thereo` having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member, were
approved.
RE: OPENING BIDS - STREET LINE PAINTING L�_j
The following bids for street painting were received, opened and read:
Mark -A -Line, Inc. Maximum $10,950.00
The Empire Company " 14,600.00
A & M Stripping Company " 12,400.00
Referred to Public Works Department for recommendation.
RE: OPEN BIDS - ROAD MATERIALS FOR YEAR 1961-62
The following bids to furnish road materials for fiscal year 1961-62 were received, opened
and read:
Hutchinson Company Unit Prices
Basalt Rock Co., Inc. "
McPhail's "
Shamrock Materials "
Referred to Public Works Department for recommendation.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING PTN FREITAS ANNEX
Public hearing on rezoning a portion of Freitas Annexation North and East of Terra Linda
Interchange was declared opened. City Planner James Garrett briefed the Council on hearings
before the Planning Commission and the recommendations of the Planning Commission. No one
appearing for or against the proposed rezoning, public hearing was closed.
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 cer-
tain real property from a "U" (Unclassified) District to various precise zone districts, and
numbering Charter Ordinance No. 735 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by the
following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: NON CONFORMING BUILDING PERMIT
Gregory A. Harrison, Jr., Robert M. Kell and members of Coleman Addition Home Owners'
Association appeared and presented a protest to conversion of a single family residence to a
multiple unit at 188 Prospect Drive and asked that the work be stopped.
Ordered referred to City Attorney for investigation. On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by
Councilman Jensen, the Council by unanimous vote instructed the Building Inspector not to issue
an occupancy permit until after ruling by the City Attorney.
RE: REZONING - IRWIN STREET NEAR HAZEL COURT
Letter of Samuel W. Gardiner, attorney for Mr. Ghilotti withdrawing application for rezoning
property on Irwin Street near Hazel Court was read.
RE: RECREATION AGREEMENT - DIXIE SCHOOL DISTRICT I I
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Director of Parks and Recreation Joseph Rodota presented and explained a report on the
proposed recreation program with financial participation by the School District.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the Council authorized entering
with a contract with Dixie School District and to accept the $1,000.00 contribution to be made
by the School District.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: PROPERTY EXCHANGE WITH SAN RAFAEL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
RESOLUTION NO. 2LL92 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DEED TO REAL PROPERTY
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
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RE: WOODLAND AVENUE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Consideration and action on proposed Woodland Avenue Assessment District held over to meeting
of June 26, 1961.
RE: CASH BOND
Pursuant to recommendation of the City Engineer, the Council by unanimous vote authorized
release of $6,652.89 of the cash bond deposited with the City Treasurer to William A. Rainey, Jr.
RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS
Transfer balance in Motor Vehicle License Fund to Capital Improvement Fund.
RESOLUTION NO. 2493 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
Transfer balance in Traffic Safety Fund to Capital Improvement Fund.
RESOLUTION NO. 2494 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: PERSONNEL
The Council authorized employment and placing on the regular payroll the following employees:
Christian Christiansen (@ $417.00 per month effective June 15, 1961
Joseph W. Wicks, C@ $417.00 per month effective June 15, 1961
RE: VARIANCE PERMIT #527
The Council set date for public hearing on variance permit #527 - Mr. and Mrs. G. Gwynne for
8:00 o'clock P. M. July 3rd, 1961.
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 800
The Council set date for public hearing on use permit #800 - Foster and Kleiser for 8:00
o'clock P.M. July 3rd, 1961.
RE: BELLAM BLVD. EXTENSION
The Council discussed with Mr. Friendshuh appraisal and purchase price of his property to be
used for extension of Bellam Blvd. in East San Rafael.
Referred to City Manager for study.
RE: SUBDIVISION LOTS 33-34-35 Ptn 32 MARINITA PARK
Agreement for improvement work for subdivision of lots 33-34-35 & ptn. 32 Marinita Park was
presented. On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous
vote authorized Mayor and City Clerk to execute agreement on behalf of the City.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as appears
from the Advice on Warrants dated June 19th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to which re-
ference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 54,592.94
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 1,723.99
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 -Operation & Maint.
Fund 403.55
MARIN BAY ;IMPROVEMENT DIST. NO. 1 FUND 42,645.85
PARKS FUND 21.11
$ 99,387.44
Council adjourned to 5:15 P.M. Monday, June 26th.
W. OR AN,.i't erk
Approved this G/ day of ��`�`� 1961
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MAY OF THE CITY OF N RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, June 26th, 1961 at 5:15 P.M.
Adjourned Regular Meeting:
RE: COMMENDATIONS
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Absent: Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Mayor McInnis opened the meeting by reading a letter addressed to the Council by Fred F.
/ Enemark thanking the City Officials for their cooperation during his term as President of the
Marin Industrial Development Foundation.
RESOLUTION IJO. 2495 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR FRED F. ENEMARK
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RE: WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Mr. Kenneth I. Jones, Jr., attorney from Kirkbride, Wilson, Harzfeld & Wallace was present
and presented the following resolutions on Woodland Avenue Improvement Project:
RESOLUTION NO. 2496 - A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2297 OF PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION
AND OF INTENTION WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
The City Engineer filed Engineer's Report pursuant to Resolution No. 2297 of Preliminary
Determination and of Intention, as amended, and the Municipal Improvement Act of 1913.
The Engineer's report was considered by the Council and ordered filed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2497 - A RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF ENGINEER'S REPORT WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVE-
MENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RESOLUTION NO. 2498 - A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PREVAILING WAGE SCALE WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PRO-
JECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RESOLUTION NO. 2499 - A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION TO PRO-
POSED ACQUISITIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS, AND DIRECTING NOTICE - WOODLAND AVENUE
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
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RESOLUTION NO. 2500 - A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RESOLUTION NO. 2501 - A RESOLUTION REQUESTING CONSENT OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MARIN COUNTY TO
THE EXERCISE OF EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS FOR THE
ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND TO RROVIDE THAT THE COSTS
V, SHALL BE ASSESSED UPON THE DISTRICT BENEFITED, UNDER APPROPRIATE SPECIAL ASSESS-
MENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RESOLUTION NO. 2502 - A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR BIDS ON SALE OF IMPROVEMENT BONDS WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVE-'
MENT PROJECT,
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RE: STORM SEWER EASEMENT
Supervisor of Public Works Norris Rawles presented grant of right-of-way by Dixie School
District to City of San Rafael for Storm Sewer Easement over Don Timoteo School Site.
RESOLUTION NO. 2503 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF STORM SEWER EASEMENT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
Council adjourned, f
Approved this
. L-MNGAN, JCi`ty//C)-9rk
G/rday of
MAYOR/OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael,Monday, July 3rd, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting: Present: City Clerk, W. L. Morgan
Absent: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Due to lack of a quorum the meeting was adjourned to 8:00 o'clock P.M. Wednesday, July 5th, 1961.
W. L, M .GAN, C /ty C1 rlc
Approved this ✓ day of �-� x'1.9
MAYO OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
1?61 4` U
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Wednesday, July 5th, IL,at 8:00 P. M.
Adjourned Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Absent: Charles W. Aby, Councilman
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman plenary, the minutes of June 19th and
June 26th, 1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to
each member, were approved.
RE: VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 527 - WILLIAM GWYNNE
Public hearing was opened. City Planner, James Garrett briefed the Council on the decision
of the Planning Commission. Mr. William Gwynne presented a petition signed by residents of the
area in favor of granting the variance. The architect who designed the structure explained its
function and presented drawings. Mr. Paul Kent and Charles S. Chapin spoke in favor.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the decision of the Planning Com-
mission was overruled and variance No. 527 granted.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RE: USE PERMIT NO 800 - FOSTER & KLEISER
Public hearing was opened. City Planner, James Garrett briefed the Council on the decision
of the Planning Commission. City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw explained to the Council the portion
of the sign ordinance which affects the use of this type of sign. Mr. Peter I:ehrlein of Foster
and Kleiser discussed with the Council the technicalities involved in the relocation of the two
existing poster panels. On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, that the
use permit be granted providding the sign be at the present height and the permit limited to
five years.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
Noes: Councilmen: Menary and Mayor McInnis
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
It was moved by Councilman plenary and seconded by Councilman Jensen, that the permit be granted
providing the sign be the same height and a permit be limited to one year.
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I Ayes: Councilmen: Menary
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Noes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
I RE: TERRA LINDA GARDENS SUBDIVISION
Mr. Clyde Stevens representing Terra Linda Investors requested the Council to authorize the
filing of the final map of Terra Linda Gardens Subdivision pursuant to Section 5 of Agreement on
f 11e.
RESOLUTION NO. 2504 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO SIGN THE TITLE SHEET OF THE FINAL MAP
OF TERRA LINDA GARDENS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RE: NON -CONFORMING BUILDING PERMIT - 188 PROSPECT DRIVE
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw advised the Council that the building permit issued was not
legal because it was non -conforming to the present zoning and recommended that the Building In-
spector be advised to cancel the permit.
RE: REZONING PTN. FREITAS ANNEXATION I
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 735 - An ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of San Rafael, Cali-
fornia, 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 "U" (Unclassified) District to various precise zone(
districts, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 735 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the
City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: .-None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RE: TRAFFIC COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
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The Traffic Committee submitted recommendations for the improvement of the moving of traffic
through various intersections. The Council authorized a trial period of the recommendations as
submitted.
RE: PROPOSED ANNEXATIONS - PTN. FRONTAGE ROAD ROUTE 69
The Division of Highways District IV proposed annexation of portions of Frontage Road in the
County of Marin lying between the City limit line and State Highway right-of-way #69.
ieferred to City Manager Dan Andersen.
RE: ENCROACHMENT EAST SAN RAFAEL - PETER SPILIOTIS
City Manager, Dan Andersen presented a letter from PG&E Company stating they have no objec-
tions to the encroachment on the easement adjoining Tiburon Street providing the building was
constructed in accordance with the pians as submitted.
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Menary, the setback as set forth in Section
13.08.250 of the Munccipal Code be waived and they be allowed to construct the building to the
property line and to encroach with underground footings into right-of-way of Tiburon Street.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RE: PLANNING COMMISSION G1�
Resignation of l(Nicholas Dollwet as a member of the Planning Commission was read and accepted
with regrets.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, Carl Brown and Charles Hendrickson
were reappointed on the Commission.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Baar, Elmer Welcher was appointed on the
Planning Commission.
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
Council authorized payment to Dan Coleman and Associates for services rendered through May
25th, 1961 - $1,416.50.
RE: ANNUAL STREET STRIPING FOR FISCAL YEAR 1961-62
RESOLUTION NO. 2505 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ANNUAL STREET STRIPING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1961-
1962. (Mark-A-Linelnc.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RE: ROAD MATERIALS FISCAL YEAR 1961-62
RESOLUTION NO. 2506 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ROAD MATERIALS (Hutchinson Company)
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RESOLUTION NO. 2507 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ROAD MATERIALS. (Basalt Rock Company, Inc.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RESOLUTION NO. 2508 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ROAD MATERIALS (McPhail's Inc.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Bear, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RESOLUTION N0. 2509 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ROAD MATERIALS (Shamrock Materials, Inc.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Aby
RE: REZONING
Public hearing on rezoning of lots in Chula Vista from R-1 and R-4'to CIH - Constance and
Rudolph Schwarzer.,21
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RE: PERSONNEL j
Authorize employment of Martha Carrison as a Clerk -Typist in Planning Department at $288.00
per month effective 6/26/61.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated July 5th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to whic
reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 21,088.39
PARKS FUND 44.75
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 6,210.70
EQUIPMENT &REPLACEMENT FD. 171.61
$ 27,515.45
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND $ 16,073.17
PARKS FUND 850.00
$ 16,923.17
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W. L. MOP. ity Clerk
W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy
Approved this %��� day G 19(
h1AY OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
n the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, July 17th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Saar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of July 5th, 1961,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each meber, were
approved.
RE: WOODLAND AVENUE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
The following bids were received, opened and read:
0. C. Jones & Son $ 151,633.85
E. A. Forde Company 150,835.18
J. R. Armstrong Const. Co. 148,639.20
Lee Mac Paving Co., Inc. 142,882.60
Ghilotti Bros. Inc. 129,345.89
C & H Contrac., Inc. 153,445.74
Referred to Engineer of Work Dominic J. Selmi for study and recommendation.
RE: WOODLAND AVENUE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
It was moved by Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Aby, that the Mayor and City Clerk
were authorized to sign the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement between the San Rafael Sanitation
District and City of San Rafael.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING - RUDOLPH SCHWARZER 1...:
Public hearing was declared opened. City Planner, James Garrett briefed the Council on the
decision of the Planning Commission. Mrs. Schwarzer presented her reasons for the rezoning. Mr.
Harry Barbier spoke against and City Planner presented letters opposing the rezoning. Public hear-
ing was closed.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the decision of the Planning Commission
was upheld, and rezoning denied.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Saar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: BELLAM BOULEVARD EXTENSION
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Mr. Harold J. Truett, attorney for Mr. Friendshuh discussed with the Council his conversation
with the City Attorney regarding the three (3) appraisals of the property.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Mayor and City Clerk were
authorized to sign a warrant in the amount of $10,400.00 to be placed in escrow for payment of
the above referred to property upon the delivery of a title policy, and also authorized the City
Attorney to dismiss the pending condemnation action.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Saar
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: STREET SWEEPER
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RESOLUTION NO. 2510 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
TO BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR ONE (1) STREET SWEEPER.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Saar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Council directed City Manager, Dan Andersen to obtain estimates from specialists for the repair
of the Elgin Sweeper.
RE: TERRA LINDA UNIT 14 - CASH BOND RELEASE
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City Council authorized the City Treasurer, Angelina Soldavini to release cash bond in the
amount of $2,535.12 to William A. Rainey, Jr.
RE: RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES 1
Council authorized partial payment to Ghilotti Bros. contractors for work performed to date
in the amount of $18,469.30.
RE: FRANCISCO BOULEVARD PROPERTY
Mr. Les Simmons spokesman for the San Rafael Yacht Club presented a detailed drawing showing
the area of land desired to lease and discussed length and amount of ,lease.
Council directed City Manager, Dan Andersen to obtain an appraisal of the whole property as to
it's market value and rental value.
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Mr. Peter Lind presented a proposal to lease part or all of the turning basin. The matter was
held over until the appraisals were received.
RE: EXCAVATION ORDINANCE
Supervisor of Pubic Works Norris Rawles and City Attorney, A E Bagshaw advised the Coun-
cil
cil on the difference of interpretation of a section of the excavation ordinance and recommended
that it be revised.
An ordinance amending Section 11.10.010 of the Municipal Code of the City of San Rafael, Cali-
fornia, to require permits for the removal or disturbance of 50 or more cubic yards of earth,
and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 736 was read, introduced, and ordered passed to print by thel
following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: M_ONTECITO MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION, INC. —0
Mr. Moon addressed the Council in regards to the Association's request that the Great
Western Shows be allowed to exhibit on the lands of the Montecito Shopping Center.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, permission was granted to exhibit
from July 27th to July 30th on payment of the required license fees.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary
Noes: Councilmen: Mayor McInnis
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 537 TOP PROPERTIES
Public hearing to appeal the decision of the Planning Commission on Variance Permit No. 537
was set for August 7, 1961.
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
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On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the City Clerk was authorized to
draw warrants for the following:
Underground Construction Co. Progress Payment $48,779.93
Latipac-Perini Co., Acquisition Costs $108,347.29
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated July 17th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 10,584.46
PARKS FUND 920.28
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 1,172.32
PARKING DIST. No. 1 FUND - Opera-
tion
pera-
tion is t1a i nt. 98.00
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES FUND 19,553.05
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DIST.No.I 35,624.30
$ 67,953131
MARIN BAY IMPR. DISTRICT NO. 1 $157,127.22
Council adjourned to Wednesday, July 26th, 1961 at 8:00 P.M.
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W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy City Clerk
Approved this day of�-~s%—�
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MAY OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Wednesday, July 26th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Adjourned Regular Meeting:
RE: WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Absent: Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place for opening of bids on the bonds in ti -
above project. The following bids were received.
Hannaford & Talbot
Mason Bros.
Hooker & Fay Inc.
Stone & Youngberg
S C Pohlman Company
Manhattan Company
First California Co.
Cruttenden Podesta & Co.
J. B. Hanaun & Company
Bid of Euphrat Securities Company was withdrawn.
98.50% of Par
6%
Interest
98.% of Par
51%
interest
96.'-z% of Par
5'-z%
Interest
97.03% of Par
52%
Interest
97.3% of Par
5.'-�,%
Interest
96.% of Par
51%
Interest
97.71% of Par
5-3/4% Interest
96.96/ of Par
52%
Interest
Par Value
6%
Referred to Attorney for the district for study and recommendations.
The Mayor announced that th.is was the time and place for the hearing on .Resolution No.
2297 of Preliminary Determination and of Intention and the Engineer's Report filed pursuant
thereto. All written protests were read by the Clerk, considered by the Council and ordered
filed. The Mayor asked if there was anyone present desiring to be heard. All those wishing
to speak were given opportunity. After due consideration of all oral and written protests, the
hearing was ordered closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2512 - A RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTESTS ON RESOLUTION NO. 22 7 OF PRELIMINARY DETERMINA-
TION AND OF INTENTION, AS AMENDED WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
The Council considered request for elimination of sidewalks on the northerly side of Wood-
land Avenue and the height of curbs before industrial sites. Resolution ordering reduction
of assessments was presented.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote con-
sented to adoption of the resolution contingent upon approval of contractor to changes in his
bid.
RESOLUTION NO. 2513 - A RESOLUTION ORDERING REDUCTION OF ASSESSMENTS - WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RESOLUTION NO. 2514 - A RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF BONDS - WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: BELLAM BLVD. EXTENSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2511 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DEED TO REAL PROPERTY.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
Council adjourned to 7:30 P. M. Tuesday, August 1st, 1961.
`,J., L. t R AId, tit, Clerk
Approved this / ✓ day �i�—.T9—�
MAY OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Tuesday, August 1st, 1961 at 7:30 o'clock P. M.
Council Met Pursuant to Adjournment: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
David Menary, Councilman
Absent: Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
RE: WOODLAND AVENUE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Letter of Ghilotti Bros., contractors agreeing to change in contract for improvement work
was presented and ordered filed as addendum to their bid.
Letter of Anthony J. Wiechers relative to sidewalks was presented.
Mr. John H. Holtom, attorney for the district presented the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION NO. 2515 -A RESOLUTION DETERMINING CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY, ADOPTING ENGINEER'S
REPORT, CONFIRMING ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING WORK AND ACQUISITIONS - WOODLAND
AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RESOLUTIOIJ NO. 2516 - A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT, WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
RESOLUTION NO. 2517 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COLLECTION OFFICER - WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
Council adjourned.
W. MORGAN i 1erk
Approved this day of
MAYOV OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, August 7th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
Absent: David Menary Jr., Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the minutes of July 17th, July
26th, and Augustlst, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in
writing to each member, were approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS - STREET SWEEPER
The following bids For Street Sweeper were received, opened and read:
Alternate:
Curtis Equipment
Company --
No Bid
Oswald Machine &
Equipment --
No Bid
Edward R. Bacon
Co. --
$11,703.12
$8,320.00
Coast Equipment
Co. --
$ 9,578.40
Bay Cities Equipment
Inc. --
$ 9,861.49
$9,361.49
Western Traction
Co. --
$ 9,253.92
$8,253.92
Referred to Public Works Department for study and recommendation.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 537
Public hearing on Variance Permit 537 - Top Properties was declared opened. City
Planner, James Garrett reported on action and recommendations of the Planning Commission.
Lois Verzuh, owner of the property spoke to the Council protesting conditions that have been
suggested by the Planning Commission. No one appearing in opposition to the issuance of
the permit, public hearing was closed.
Councilman Jensen moved, seconded by Councilman Aby that the action of the Planning Comm issior
be overruled and the Variance Permit be granted.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Menary
RE: PACIFIC TELEPHONE & TELEGRAPH COMPANY
Jack Nichols, manager of the San Rafael Office of Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Company
spoke to the Council on the company's proposed extension of services to Sausalito, Ignacio and
Belvedere. After discussion by the Council, Councilman Aby moved, seconded by Councilman
Jensen that a resolution opposing the proposed service extension and rate increases be
prepared and sent to the Public Utilities Commission.
RESOLUTION 110. 2518 - A RESOLUTION OPPOSING EXTENDED SERVICE AS PROPOSED BY PACIFIC TELEPHONE COMPANY
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Menary
RE: EXCAVATION ORDINANCE
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 736 - An ordinance amending Section 11.10.010 of the Municipal Code of the
City of San Rafael, California, to require permits for the removal or disturbance of 50 or more
cubic yards of earth, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 736 was passed and adopted as an
ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent:Councilmen: Menary
RE: NEWPORT-BECHTEL ANNEXATION
Petition for the Bechtel portion of proposed Newport -Bechtel Annexation was presented, Due
to improper dating on petition, the petition was referred back to the City Manager for
corrections by the proponents.
RE: ;.AIdTENANCE AGREEMENT - TERRA LINDA 13 SUBDIVISION
Maintenance agreement for subdivison improvements for Terra Linda 13 Subdivision was
presented.
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jense, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreemen-L.
RE: 1r1000LAND AVE►,;Uc IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Amendment to joint exercise of powers agreement with San Rafael Sanitation District
relative to participation in the improvements inthe district was presented.
On motion of Councilman P,by, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
RE: FIRE PROTECTION - TERRA LINDA AREA
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Petition of property o,J✓ners of Terra Linda Community requesting a joint agreement with
the City For mutual fire protection was presented.
Referred to Fire Commission.
FRANCISCO BOULEVARD PROPERTY
Appraisal report of Edward P. Morphy on the Francisco Boulevard property waspresented.
The Council accepted the report for study.
RE: VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 525 Ali `",/
Public Hearing on appeal of Paul Sade protesting decision of the Plannling Commission on
Variance Permit No. 525 was set for 8:00 o'clock P.M., August 21, 1961.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - LAUREL PLACE PROPERTY OWNERS AQ - (,,
Public Hearing on appeal from decision of the Planning Commission relative to use of
right-of-way off Laurel Place by property owners on Laurel Place was set for 8:00 o'clock P.M.,
August 21, 1961.
RE: GEIST PROPERTY - 1,10ODLAND AVENUE AND B STREET s°� /-
Letter of Mrs. Grace Geist, LI -28 Woodland Avenue appealing to the City for proper
establishment of the property line between her property and that of the City's property was
was presented, Mr. & Mrs. Geist appeared and spoke to the Council on the matter.
Referred
to the
Public
Works Department, for survey and location of the property lines.
RE:` LEASE OF CITY
PROPERTY
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Letter a6d'request of Nationwide Rental for extension pursuant to the terms of their lease
on a portion of Francisco Boulevard property was presented.
Referred to City Manager for investigation.
RE: FUND TRANSFER C'
The Council authorized transfer of $8,000.00 from General Fund to Parks Fund to replenish
the Parks Fund for i1arrant $1552, April 3, 1961 to State of California pursuant to agreement relatin
to urban planning assistance which should have been charged to. General Fund.
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i RE: AUDIT REPORT
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Annual report of Auditby Halvor D. I/linker, Public Accountant, for the City of San Rafael
and also For Parking District No. I were presented and received by the Council and ordered filed.
RE:
CHULA VISTA APARTMENTS 9 - ?_... :">
Letter of Julius H. Selinger, attorney for the o✓ners of Chula Vista Apartments which was
ordered closed due to damages and unsafe conditions caused by cave-in of the Northwestern
Pacific Railroad tunnel near the Northerly City limits of San Rafael was presented and read.
Referred to the City Attorney.
RE: COUNCIL j
The Council authorized basence from the State of Councilman Bear from August 17th, to
September 5th pursuant to his request.
I All claims approved by the Finance Committee �,jere presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated August 7th, 1961, and now on file in the clerk's office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars.
GENERAL FUND $ 24,814.84
PARKS FUND 12.54
EQUIPMENT G REPLACEMENT FUND 742.05
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT FUND 6,365.77
PARKING DISTRICT NO. I FUND 48.20
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES FUND 13,983,71
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DIST. FUND 24,124.02
$70,091.13
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I Council adjourned
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MORGAPC' y Clerk
Approved this day of 1961
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HAY OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, August 21, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles t/. Aby, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary Jr., Councilman
Absent: Louis 1-I. Baar, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Aby, the minutes of August 7th,
1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each
member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL FROM DECISION OF PLANNING COMMISSION - VARIANCE PERMIT x'#525 File i0-4
Appeal from decision of Planning Commission on Variance Permit #525 by Paul Sade was
declared opened. City Planner, James Garrett informed the Council on action before the
Planning Commission.
Paul Sade and Mrs. Sade were present and spoke in opposition to granting of the variance.
Mrs. McPhail spoke to the Council in favor of the variance.
Public hearing was closed. After discussion by the Council, Councilman Jensen moved, seconded
by Councilman Aby to overrule the decision of the Planning Commission and deny the variance
permit.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - LAUREL PLACE PROPERTY OWNERS - RE: USE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY OFF LAUREL PLACE File 10
Public hearing on appeal from decision of the Planning Commission relative to architectural
approval and use of right-of-way off Laurel Place fro garage entrance was declared opened.
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Letters of Mrs. Lillian F. Mogan, 327 Laurel Place and George S. & May Collins were read.
City Planner, James Garrett presented drawings and explained the Planning Commission's decision
on the location of the car ports. Nino Baglietto, Mr. & Mrs. George Collins and other residents
of the area were present and spoke in opposition to the use of the easement for ingress and
egress to the proposed development.
Hearing was continued to 8:00 o'clock P.M., Tuesday, September 5th, 1961.
RE: NORTHWESTERN PACIFIC RAILROAD SERVICE TO SAN RAFAEL File 118 x 117
Proposal of Northwestern Pacific Railroad Company to discontinue rail service to San Rafael
due to collapse of railroad tunnel at Northerly limits of San Rafael was brought up by Mayor
McInnis. There were present members of Northwestern Pacific Railroad Co., persons representing
aggregate and other industries effected, to discuss restoration of the tunnel and of railroad
service to San Rafael, Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported on traffic problems
and other damages to the City caused by the collalse of the tunnel.
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the matter was referred to the
City Attorney. The City Attorney was authorized and directed to write the Northwestern Pacific
Railroad Company calling attention to the fact that the railroad's easement for the Puerto Suell
Tunnel was created, by grant deed, at a time when the County of Marin already had an easement
over Puerto Suello, for a County road, (now Lincoln Avenue); that therefore the railroad's
tunnel easement is subordinate to the City road easement and the railroad is obligated to
exercise it's easement so as not to conflict with the road easement. That demand be made by the
City that the railroad forthwith repair the damage to Lincoln Avenue resulting from the
collapse of the railroad tunnel and giving notice that the City will hold the railroad res-
ponsible for any damages that the City does suffer by reason of the tunnel collapse.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: FINAL MAP LOS COLLINDAS UNIT 8 File 5-1-101
Final map for Los Collindas Unit 8 was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2519 - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION ENTITLED LOS COLLINDAS UNIT 8
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: STREET SWEEPER File 4-2-43
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported on bids received on a street sweeper
at last council meeting and on the cost of repairs to the street sweeper proposed to be turned
in on purchase of the new sweeper.
RESOLUTION NO. 2520 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ONE (1) STREET SWEEPER (lJestern Traction Co.)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
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RE: TAX RATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 1961-62 9-12-1
The Council adopted tentative budget as amended at their last budget meeting and authorized
setting of the tax rate for Fiscal Year 1961-62.
RESOLUTION NO. 2521 - RESOLUTION FIXING THE RATE OF TAXES FOR FISCAL YEAR 1961-62
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: NEWPORT-BECHTEL ANNEXATION 5-2-26
Petition for annexation to the City of San Rafael, property to be known as Newport -Bechtel
Annexation were presented.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council by unanimous vote
accepted the petition and referred to the Public Works Department for check of description.
RESOLUTION NO. 2522 - RESOLUTION GIVING NOTICE OF PROPOSED ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL OF UN-
INHABITED TERRITORY DESCRIBED HEREIN AND DESIGNATED "NEWPORT-BECHTEL ANNEXATION",
AND GIVING NOTICE OF TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OF PROTESTS THERETO.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: RESURFACING VARIOUS CITY STREETS 11-15
Action deferred.
RE: CASH BOND TERRA LINDA UNIT 14 8-15
Pursuant to recommendation of City Engineer, Dominic Selmi, the Council authorized reductior
from $2,400.00 to $500.00 the cash bond held by the City for Terra Linda Unit 14 and authorized
payment of $1,900.00 to Wm. A. Rainey, Jr.
RE: MIRACLE MILE LITIGATION 3-2-4
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw reported to the Council relative to settlement of litigation
with Highland Realty Company over Miracle Mile right-of-way.
RESOLUTION NO. 2523 - MIRACLE MILE LITIGATION
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmenn: Baar
RE: VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 542 10-4
The Council set date of Tuesday, September 5th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M. for hearing on
appeal from decision of the Planning Commission re Variance Permit #542 by William T. Bagley,
attorney for San Rafael Associates.
RE: ENCROACHMENT OVER SEWER EASEMENT - SAFEWAY STORES, 2-11
Representatives of Safeway Stores and Supervisor of Public Works, Morris Rawles and City
Engineer, Dominic Selmi, presented drawings and a proposal by the Safeway Stores to construct
a building over an existing sanitary sewer on property adjacent to First & B Streets.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized construction over a tunnel easement subject to approval of the Public Works Depart-
ment.
RE: LINCOLN AVENUE EXTENSION 2-2
Grant of Right-of-way for portion of Lincoln Avenue Extension to City of San Rafael by
Pacific Gas and Electric Company was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2524 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Baar
RE: GLENWOOD PARK SITE 2-1-21
City Planner, James Garrett. City Engineer, Dominic Selmi and Director of Parks and Recrea-
tion, Joseph Rodota discussed acquisition of proposed park site in Glenwood Subdivision and ex-
plained diversion of drainage in the area and proposal by the owners of the property relative
to sale price.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the City Manager was authorized to
renegotiate for purchase of the property.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated August 21, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Council Adjourned
GENERAL FUND $ 9,314.38
PARKS FUND 700.68
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 1,252.85
PARKING DIST N0, I FUND 50.50
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT FUND 35,820.34
$47,138.75
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APPROVED T I S G%'%� � DAY OF G«��_
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MAYO OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Tuesday, September 5th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1-4
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
David Menary Jr., Councilman
Absent; Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of August 21st,
1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each
member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - LAUREL PLACE PROPERTY OWNERS RE USE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY 10-6
Public hearing on appeal from decision of the Planning Commission relative to architectural
approval in use of right-of-way off Laurel Place for garage entrance was declared opened, City
Planner, James Garrett informed the Council that a conference with City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw
disclosed that the ordinance does not provide for an appeal from any person or persons except
except that of the petitioner to the Planning Commission. Therefore, the Council has no
jurisdiction and the action should be dismissed. City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw informed the
Council and Laurel Place property owners that it is a civil matter. City Planner, James
Garrett was directed to prepare an amendment to rectify this portion of the ordinance and to
submit it to the Planning Commission and then submit the Commission's findings to the Council.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL FROM DECISION OF PLANNING COMMISSION VARIANCE PERMIT #542 10-4
Public hearing held over to September 18th to allow for proper posting.
RE: INFORMAL HEARING ON NORTHWESTERN PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY'S APPLICATION TO ABANDON 117
Mr. Geister, Mr. Possi spoke briefly on the added cost in the handling of freight due to the
closing of the tunnel. Paul Richards of the Chamber of Commerce read a letter from Ghilotti
Bros., expressing their views on the handling of aggregate and its effect on building, Mr. L.
E. Hoyt of Northwestern Pacific Railroad Company told the Council his company had submitted new
rates to the users of aggregate.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council authorized the employing
of a firm of attorneys to file a protest and make preliminary investigation in connection with
the abandonment of the tunnel.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw was directed to submit a list of 5 qualified attorneys to the Mayor.
RE: PROJECT 51 - RESURFACING OF VARIOUS CITY STREETS 11-15
Action deferred to September 18th,
RE: FREEWAY WIDENING - PUERTO SUELLO 11-16
Dan Coleman briefed the Council on State Highway Commission's proposal of traffic interchange
at Puerto Suello Hill area,
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council directed Supervisor of
Public Works Norris Rawles with the assistance of Dan Coleman to draft a letter and indicate the
approval of the plan generally as shoe on the diagram as presented.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT - TAMALPAIS AVENUE AT CASTRO LANE -x40--
Request of Food Mart. Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles explained to the Council
the application of the Food Mart to encroach 3 feet into Tamalpais Avenue at the northerly line
of Castro Lane with a 4 foot fence.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the application for encroachment was
denied.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Menary
Absent: Councilmen: Jensen
RE: AUBURN STREET GRADE SEPARATION 11-16
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented to the Council an application of the
State of California, Department of Public Works, for an order from the Public Utilities Commission
authorizing reconstruction of a grade separation at Auburn Street Trestle,
On motion of Councilman Menary, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote
approved the plan and authorized Supervisor of Public Works Norris Rawles to notify the Public
Utilities Commission of the Council's approval.
RE: LEASE OF CITY EASEMENT 2-10
Request of Orton Sabraw to lease 10 foot alley adjacent to lot 132 Bret Harte Meadows Unit
2 was discussed by Council and action was deferred to investigate title.
RE: PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION ON SUBDIVISION - WILLIAMS STREET AND LOCUST AVENUE 10-6
Council set date of Monday, September 18th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M. for hearing on appeal
from decision of the Planning Commission.
RE: NOTICE OF INJURY AND POSSIBLE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES 3-1
Report of fall by Mrs. Sadie E. Slawson in front of 10 Spring Grove Avenue was read and
ordered referred to City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw for review.
RE: OFF-STREET PARKING 9-3-4o
Supervisor of Public Works Norris Rawles was authorized to attend off-street parking com-
mittee meeting of Chamber of Commerce.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated September 5th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's office
to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 7,053.85
PARKS FUND 1,307.02
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 6,830.15
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 529.46
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES UNIT
NO. 2 FUND 14,729.04
WOODLAND AVENUE ASSESSMENT DIST.
NO. 1 FUND 14,467.67
$ 44,917.19
Council adjourned to September 18th, 1961.
W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy City Llerk
Approved this G% % day of
MA
F THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, September 18th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of September 5th,
1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each
member, were approved.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 542 File 10-4
Public hearing on appeal from decision of Planning Commission on Variance Permit No. 542
was opened. Letter of William T. Bagley, Attorney for the property owners, withdrawing their
appeal was presented.
Public hearing was closed and the Council ordered the letter requesting withdrawal of appeal
be filed with the records.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING APPEAL FROM DECISION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RE IMPROVEMENT OF WILLIAMS STREET File 10-6
Public hearing appealing decision of Planning Commission requiring improvement work on
Williams Street by property owners requesting for subdivision of Parcel 11-011-02 located at
Locust Avenue and Williams Street was declared opened.
City Planner, James Garrett briefed the Council on the case before the Planning Commission.
Mr. Gordon Brown of Frank Howard Allen and Sons, realtors, representing owners of the lot
spoke to the Council opposing requirements imposed by the Planning Commission.
Petition of property owners and residents of Williams Street was presented and read. No one
appeared in favor of the requirements to pave Williams Street.
Public hearing was closed. Councilman Aby moved, seconded by Councilman Baar, that appeal be
granted and the requirements of the Planning Commission be overruled.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS FREEWAY RECOMMENDATIONS File 11-16
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles and Daniel Coleman, Engineer,reported to the
Council on requirements listed under Freeway recommendations suggesting that the Public Works
Department and Daniel Coleman go over the requirements point by point and report back to the
Council at next meeting. The matter was referred to the Public Works Department for study and
report as suggested.
RE: ENEMARK ANNEXATION File 5 2-28
Petition for annexation of property of Fred Enemark was presented and referred to Planning
Commission and Public Works Department for recommendation.
RE: LEASE OF CITY PROPERTY File 2-10
No action was taken on request of Orton Sabraw for lease of City property.
RE: RESURFACING OF VARIOUS CITY STREETS P. W. PROJECT 51 File 4-1-84
Plans and specifications for the resurfacing of various city streets, P. W. Project 51 were
presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2525 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR RE-
SURFACING OF VARIOUS STREETS - PROJECT 51.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Aby
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: CONDOMINIUM APARTMENTS File 10-2
City Planner, James Garrett reported on recommendations of the Planning Commission relative
to installation of 16 unit condominium apartments, Biscayne Drive, Marin Bay by Sherrill Broudy
Associates.
Mr. Broudy, Architect explained the proposed development. After discussion by the Council, the
matter was referred to the City Manager and City Planner for reference to City Attorney and
Department of Public Works for preparation of an ordinance or amendments to the existing ordi-
nances to provide for this type of development.
RE: APPEAL FROM DECISION OF PLANNING COMMISSION TO GRANT ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL File 10-6
Public hearing on appeal from decision of the Planning Commission by Top Properties in
granting of architectural approval for remodling to property at 1615 Fifth Avenue was set for
8:00 o'clock P. M., October 2nd.
RE: STREET LIGHTING File 11-4
Letter of Pacific Gas and Electric Company relative to hours of burning of street lights
was presented.
Referred to City Manager.
RE: REQUEST TO PURCHASE OF CITY PROPERTY File 2-10
Request of Malcolm T. Powell of Donald Geddes Realty Company to purchase city property at
Fourth and Union Street was presented and discussed by the Council.
Referred to City Manager.
RE: ENCROACHMENT ON CITY PROPERTY File 2-11
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported on encroachment on Tamalpais Avenue with
fence by Food Mart without Council authorization.
Referred to City Attorney.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated September 18th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's Office
to which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND $ 14,626.69
PARKS FUND 30.38
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 1,352.74
WOODLAND AVE. IMPROVEMENT DIST. NO. 1 49.50
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 9,485.39
$ 25,544,70
W. L. MOGAN Clerk
Approved this ` day of l9
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, October 2nd, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of September
18th, 1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to
each member, were approved.
RE: OPENING OF BIDS - RESURFACING OF VARIOUS STREETS File No. 4-1-84
The following bids for resurfacing of various City Streets P. W. Project 51 were received,
opened and read.
Lee Mac $ 42,930.75
Ghilotti Bros. 41,532.50
Brown -Ely Corp. 40,439.00
E. A. Forde Company 40,589.50
Reichhold Jurkovich 41,735.00
RESOLUTION NO. 2526 - RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT (Brown Ely Company)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - TOP PROPERTIES 1615 -5th AVENUE File 10-6
Public hearing on appeal from decisisn of Planning Commission on architectural approval for
Top Properties at 1615 -5th Avenue was declared opened. City Planner, James Garrett briefed the
Council on action before the Planning Commission.
Julius Selinger, attorney, appeared on behalf of Top Properties and presented a petition signed
by five (5) residents of the area approving the proposed remodling plans. Mr. Walk --r Vaning,
a resident of 5th Street spoke in opposition to the approval of the plans. Letter of A. C.
Agnew, Jr. Business Administrator of San Rafael Military Academy opposing to removal of trees
to provide parking facilities in front of the building was read. Public hearing was closed.
Councilman Jensen moved, seconded by Councilman Baar, to overrule the decision of the Planning
Commission and grant architectural approval..
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar and Jensen
Noes: Councilmen: Aby, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - NEWPORT-BECHTEL ANNEXATION File 5-2-26
Public hearing on Newport -Bechtel Annexation pursuant to Resolution No. 2522 was declared
opened.
No one appeared in opposition to the annexation and the City Clerk reported that no protest
had been filed.
Public hearing was declared closed.
An ordinance approving the annexation of certain uninhabited territory, designated "Newport -
Bechtel Annexation" to the City of San Rafael, and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 737 was read,
introduced, and ordered passed to print by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: SETBACK, STANLEY DETTMER PROPERTY FIFTH STREET File No. 9-3-32
Stanley Dettmer appeared before the Council opposing to stop work order issued by the
Building Department relative to setback of building being constructed on property on Fifth
Street opposite to West End Nursery. The City Attorney, City Manager and Building Official
discussed setback requirements under present building regulations applicable.
Referred to Planning Commission for study and clarification of ordinance relative to setback
requirements.
RE: FIRE HYDRANT ON NOLAN PROPERTY ON VINEYARD DRIVE File 9-3-31
Ray Nolan appeared before the Council relative to relocating of fire hydrant located on his
property that obstructs entrance to his property on Vineyard Drive requesting that the City re-
locate the fire hydrant to the property line. The Council was agreeable to share the cost of
relocation of the fire hydrant.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council by unanimous vote agreed
to participate in one-half of cost up to $75.00 for the relocation of the fire hydrant.
RE: ENCROACHMENT APPLICATION M. H. MARLOWE, LOT 65,VILLA REAL UNIT II File 2-11
Bryan McCarthy, attorney , appeared on behalf of Mr. M. H. Marlowe relative to encroachment
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application over drainway easement adjacent to Lot 65 Villa Real Unit II Subdivision.
The matter of encroachment permit and resubdivision for relocation of lot lines on Lot 65 and
adjacent lots were discussed.
No action was taken by the Council.
RE: STATE FREEWAY RECOMMENDATIONS File 11-16
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles and Daniel Coleman, Engineer presented a report
on proposed State Freeway alignment analizing recommendations in Freeway Report and Master Street
Plan.
The report was discussed by the C9uncil and the Council approved the report as amended with in-
structions that the report be forwarded to Division of Highways.
RE: BISCAYNE DRIVE SUBDIVISION File 5-1-102
Final map of Biscayne Drive Subdivision was presented. City Engineer, Dominic Selmi ex-
plained to the Council conditions that must be met and title policy on Biscayne Drive would be
required before execution of the certificate on the faceof the map by the City Clerk.
The Council approved the final map subject to receipt of title policy on Biscayne Drive to be
cleared through the Department of Public Works.
RESOLUTION NO. 2527 - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION ENTITLED "A PORTION OF BISCAYNE
DRIVE"
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: WHITE OAKS UNIT II SUBDIVISION File 5-1-103
Final map of White Oaks Unit 2 Subdivision was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2528 - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION ENTITLED "WHITE OAKS UNIT TWO"
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
At 10:30 Councilman Menary retired from the meeting.
RE: DOMINICAN HEIGHTS UNIT 2 SUBDIVISION File 5-1-104
Final map of Dominican Heights Unit 2 Subdivision was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2529 - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION ENTITLED "DOMINICAN HEIGHTS UNIT
TWO"
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: Menary
Councilman Menary returned to the meeting at 10:40 P. M.
RE: CHANGE OF STREET NAME File 11-2
Proposal to change the name of portion of Glen Park Avenue to Woodleaf Way was ordered held
over.
RE: STOP SIGN GLEN PARK AVENUE AT MOUNTAIN VIEW AVENUE EASTBOUND File 11-9
Resolution authorizing installation of stop sign at Glen Park Avenue at Mountain View
Avenue was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2530 - A RESOLUTION DESIGNATCNG AND DESCRIBING INTERSECTION AT WHICH A BOULEVARD STOP
IS REQUIRED.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: SEWER REPAIR - LINCOLN AVENUE File 12- 6
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles informed the Council on the estimated cost of
repair to sanitary sewer on Lincoln Avenue caused by collapse of Northwestern Pacific Railroad
Tunnel.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council authorized expenditure
of $1,000.00 to make necessary repairs to the sanitary sewers in the area.
RE: CITY HALL File 12-2
The Council agreed to meet with architects at 5:00 o'clock P.M., Monday, October 9th for
discussion on proposed new City Hall.
E:' PETITION FOR ANNEXATION MERRYDALE AREA File 5-2-29
Petition for permission to commence proceedings for annexation of Merrydale areas was pre-
sented and ordered referred to Planning Commission and Fire Commission for recommendation.
RE: MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 File 6-7
Peter Hunt, attorney for the assessment district presented bill of sale to Marin Municipal
Water District for water transmission lines in the area pursuant to provisions in Resolution
No. 2464.
RESOLUTION NO. 2531 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK OF IMPROVEMENT AND AUTHORIZING SALE TO MARIN MUNICIPAL
WATER DISTRICT.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: LINCOLN AVENUE EXTENSION LA TERRA, INC. File 2-2
Grant Deed from La Terra Inc. for a portion of Lincoln Avenue Extension was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2532 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ENEMARK ANNEXATION File 5-2-28
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported that there was an error in the description of the land
in the petition for annexation filed by Fred Enemark requesting that action be held over.
RE: WHITE OAKS UNIT 2 ASSESSMENT DISTRICT File 6-9
Edwin N. Ness, attorney representing the assessment district presented the following
documents and explained the proceedings:
Petition for Acquisition of Improvements
Boundary Map
Certificate of Engineer of Work
Letter from Engineer of Work Accepting Terms
Letter from Bond Council Accepting Terms
Engineers Estimate of Cost
Letter Hooker and Fay Agreeing to Purchase Bonds
RESOLUTION NO. 2534 - RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION TO UNDERTAKE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PRO-
CEEDINSS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS IN WHITE OAKS UNIT TWO ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT, CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, COUNTY OF MARIN, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND SETTING
TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING FOR DETERMINING PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY FOR
THE ACQUISITION OF SAID IMPROVEMENTS.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2535 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN MARIN MUNICIPAL WATER DIS-
TRICT AND CITY OF SAN RAFAEL.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2536 - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION - IN THE MATTER OF THE ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS IN
WHITE OAKS UNIT TWO ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, SAN RAFAEL, MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA AND
SETTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING THEREON.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2537 - RESOLUTION AND ORQER ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND ORDERING THE ACQUISITION OF
IMPROVEMENTS, WHITE OAKS UNIT TWO ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, MARIN
COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
Notice of Improvement to be published.
RE: PERSONNEL File 7
Council held over action on recommendations of the Public Works Department for consideration
with all personnel recommendations during budget session.
RE: USE PERMIT NO. 810 File 10'-5
The Council was informed that appeal from decision of the Planning Commission on Use Permit
No. 810 was to be withdrawn until final action of the Planning Commission on the use permit.
RE: BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE File 114
Letter of San Rafael Beautification Committee was presented and referred to the City Manager
for reply.
RE: OPEN RAVINE ON SECOND STREET File 11-15
Letter of A. William Mason relative to his offer of contribution toward covering of open
ravin between his property on Second Street was presented.
Referred to Public Works Department for recommendation.
RE: NORTHWESTERN PACIFIC RAILWAY TUNNEL File 117 x 9-3-16
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw reported to th6 Council on his contact with firm of attorneys
relative to filing a protest in connection with proposed abandonment of railway tunnel by North-
western Pacific Railroad Company in accordance with Council's instructions at meeting of
September 5th.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council authorized expenditure
of $1,000.00 to obtain legal help in filing the protest.
RE: LEGAL ACTION SAN RAFAEL NEWPORT COMPANY RE SUBDIVISION INSPECTION FEES File 9-3-16 x 9-3-40
Report of City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw relative to San Rafael Newport Company's action
against City of San Rafael relative to subdivision inspection fee paid pursuant to Ordinance
No. 546.
Referred to City Attorney and Department of Public Works.
RE: WOODLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT File 6-8
Letter of Kirkbride, Wilson, Harzfeld & Wallace, attorneys for the assessment district and
assessment diagram was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2533 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZ-
ING EXECUTION AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF THE ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM AND RECORDATION THEREOF
IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF MARIN, CALIFORNIA.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: FIRE COMMISSION 9-2-5
Pursuant to request of Fire Commissioner Harry M. Williams, the Council authorized Harry M.
Williams to be absent from the State of California from October 12th, 1961 to December 1st,
1961.
RE: ALBERT FIELD PROPERTY File 2-1-12
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported on survey made on Albert Field Property
and informed the Council that location of City property line had been pointed out to Mr. Geist.
RE: FUNDS TRANSFER File 8-14
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Menary, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized the following fund transfers:
From General Fund to Park Fund, $ 10,000.00
From General Fund to Library Fund 10,000.00
From General Fund to Employee Retirement
Fund 18,500.00
RE: COUNCIL File 9-1
U The Council authorized Councilman Aby to be absent from the State of California for a period
ctober 8th, to October 14th, 1961.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated October 2nd, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
GENERAL FUND $ 31,044.40
PARKS FUND 5.23
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 6,853.92
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT 8,775.14
MARIN BUSY IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT #1 1,037.25
WOODLAND AVE. IMPR. DIST. 32,260.51
$ 79,976.45
Council adjourned to October 16th, 1961.
W. L. R A , Cit Cler
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Approved th i s ` da of „v` 19
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MAYOR 0 THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, October 16th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the minutes of October 2nd,
1961, a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member,
were approved.
RE: CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS - CHAMBER OF COMMERCE File 119
Representatives of the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce appeared before the Council requesting
aid from the City in the installation and storage of Christmas decorations to be purchased by
the Chamber of Commerce.
Referred to the Public Works Department.
RE: PROPOSED GLENWOOD PARK SITE File 9-3-66 x 2-1-24
Howard Simon appeared on behalf of the Glenwood Home Owners Association relative to proposed
park site in the Glenwood area.
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported on negotiations for the acquisition of the proposed site.
Referred to Park and Recreation Commission for recommendation.
RE: NEWPORT-BECHTEL ANNEXATION Fide 5-2-26
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 737 - An ordinance approving the annexation of certain uninhabited territory,
designated ''Newport -Bechtel Annexation'' to the City of San Rafael, and numbering Charter Ordinance
No. 737 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -
wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: AUDIT PROPOSAL File 8-1
Audit proposal to perform the audit of accounts and the records of the City by Halvor D.
Klinker was presented.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote
accepted the audit proposal.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - SADIE E. SLAUSON File 3-1
Claim for damages filed by Sadie E. Slauson caused by falling on sidewalk in front of 10
Spring Grove Avenue was presented.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, claim for damages was denied.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ENCLOSEMENT OF MAHON CREEK File 11-15
Report of Public Works Department on enclosing of Mahon Creek between Hayes and Shaver Streets
giving estimated cost was presented.
Referred to City Manager to reply to letter of Mr. A. William Mason relative to his proposal to
participate in cost of the project.
RE: CANCELLATION OF TAXES - REDWOOD DRIVE AND SIERRA CIRCLE File 9-12 x 2-2
Deeds for Redwood Drive and Sierra Circle were presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2538 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY. File 2-2 Redwood Drive.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2539 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY File 2-2 Sierra Circle
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
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Letter of M. F. Donohue, County Tax Collector requesting that City request that County Board
of Supervisors authorize cancellation of taxes on the above parcels now used as City Streets.
The Council authorized request to Board of Supervisors for cancellation of delinquent taxes on
County Parcels No. 12-201-27 and 12-201-28 properties now belonging to the City and used as
public streets.
RE: USE OF CITY PROPERTY BY SALVATION ARMY File 2-10
Letter of Salvation Army requesting use of City property was presented.
Ordered referred to City Manager.
RE: FIRE PROTECTION OF PLEASURE YACHTS File 9-3-31
Letter of Rotary Club relative to fire protection of pleasure yachts was presented and
ordered referred to Fire Commission for recommendation.
RE: ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL File 10-6
Public hearing on appeal by Top Properties appealing decision of the Planning Commission re
architectural approval of building remodling at 1615 -5th Avenue was set for 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Monday, November 6th, 1961.
R€: CITY HALL File 12-2
The Council discussed meeting held with architects for proposals on plans for a new City
Hall,
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported on proposal made by Ebasco Inc.
Ordered referred to the City Manager for further investigation.
RE: RENTAL OF CITY PROPERTY - SHELL NATIONWIDE RENTALS File 2-8-7
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported on negotiations with Nationwide Rentals for extension
of their lease on Francisco Boulevard property.
Appointment of arbitrator to represent the City was referred to Councilman Baar.
RE: MIRACLE MILE File 3-2-4 x 2-2 Miracle Mile
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw reported that he had deed from Highland Realty Company for lands
adjacent to Miracle Mile.
RESOLUTION NO. 2540 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DEED FOR REAL PROPERTY - PTN MIRACLE MILE.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Mena ry and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
All claims approved by the Fi.nance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated October 2nd, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Council adjourned.
GENERAL FUND $ 15,080.85
PARKS FUND 1,769.65
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 570.11
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DIST.
NO. 1 219,918.25
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 124.55
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES
UNIT 2 ASSESSMENT DIST. 4,325.22
$241,788.63
W. L. MORGAN C i Clerk
Approved this —day of ��,_� 11z,1/17961
MAY OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 6th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting:
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Aby, the minutes of October 16th, 1961,
a true and correct copy thereof having been heretofore submitted in writing to each member, were
approved.
RE: WHITE OAKS UNIT TWO ASSESSMENT DISTRICT File 6-9
Public hearing on White Oaks Unit 2 Assessment District was declared opened. Pursuant to re-
quest from attorney of the assessment district, the public hearing was continued to 8:00 o'clock
P.M. November 20th.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL - TOP PROPERTIES File 10-6
Public hearing on architectural control, Top Properties, 1615 -5th Avenue was declared opened.
City Planner, James Garrett informed the Council on action taken by Planning Commission. Julius
H. Selinger, attorney appeared on behalf of the developers presenting drawings of the proposed
development of the property. Mr. Coffland owner of the adjacent property spoke in favor of the
proposed development.
Public hearing was closed.
Councilman Jensen moved, seconded by Councilman Menary, to tefer the matter back to the Planning
Commission for reconsideration with proposal to establish 5 foot setback lines with planting area.
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen and Menary
Noes: Councilmen: Aby and Mayor McInnis
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT BUILDING FOR ANTIQUE EQUIPMENT File 9-3-31 x 9-3-66
Dick Miehle, Vice President of the Volunteer Fire Department presented drawing of a proposed
building to be constructed in Gerstle Park for the display of antique fire fighting apparatus.
Letter of Joseph D. Rodota, Director of Parks and Recreation addressed to the San Rafael Fire
Department listing conditions under which the Park and Recreation Commission would consent to
placement of the structure in Gerstle Park was read.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote
approved placement of the structure in Gerstle Park subject to the conditions set by the Park
and Recreation Department.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PROPOSED GLENWOOD PARK SITE 9-3-66 x 2-1-24
Representatives of the Glenwood Home Owners Association appeated relative to proposed Park
site in Glenwood Subdivision.
City Manager, Dan Andersen reported on a meeting with representatives of the Park and Recreation
Commission relative to proposed boundaries.
The Council authorized the City Manager to renegotiate with the owners of the property.
RE: COMMENDATION - BYRON LEYDECKER File 102
RESOLUTION NO. 2541 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR BYRON LEYDECKER
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: FOOD MART FENCE ENCROACHMENT File 2-11
Mr. Maury Guy, owner of Food Market was unable to appear before the Council due to a death
in his family and the matter was ordered held over to November 20th, 1961.
RE: CITY HALL File 12-2 x 4-3-18
Contract between the City of San Rafael and Ebasco Services to provide planning consulting
services for City Hall study was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2542 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF A LEASE OR AGREEMENT
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: GLEN PARK AVENUE DEED file 2-2
Deed for Glen Park Avenue was presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2543 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PROPOSED THIRD (3rd) STREET IMPROVEMENT File 11-15
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles presented and explained a drawing of the proposed
improvement of 3rd Street pointing out right-of-way necessary for alignment.
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote
authorized the Supervisor of Pubic Works to obtain appraisals on the properties required for
right-of-way.
RE: ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL File 10-2
Resolution of the Planning Commission recommending amendments to the Municipal Code relative
to Architectural control was presented.
An ordinance amending Section 14.72.070 (b) of the Municipal Code of the City of San Rafael,
California, entitled ''Architectural Control'', and numbering Charter Ordinance No. 738 was read,
introduced, and ordered passed to pr+tnt by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: DUMP TRUCK File 4-2-44
Plans and specification for 1961 Model Gasoline Motorized Heavy Duty Truck Chassis and Cab
were presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 2544 - RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
TO BIDDERS AND DIRECTING CALL FOR BIDS FOR ONE (1) 1961 MODEL GASOLINE MOTORIZED
HEAVY DUTY TRUCK CHASSIS AND CAB.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: REZONING File 10-3
The Council set date for public hearing on appeal from decision of the Planning Commission,
Rudolph Land and Gasoline Marketeers, Inc. for 8:00 o'clock P. M., November 20th, 1961.
The Council set date for public hearing on appeal from decision of Planning Commmission by Ralph
Patterson for 8:00 o'clock P. M., November 20th, 1961.
The Council set date for public hearing on protest from decision of the Planning Commission by
San Rafael Newport Company for 8:00 o'clock P.M., November 20th, 1961.
RE: POLICE PISTOL RANGE File 9-3-30 x 2-9-1
Agreement for renewing lease with the San Rafael Sanitation District for lands used for police
range was presented.
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Aby, the Council by unanimous vote authorized
Mayor McInnis and the City Clerk to execute the lease agreement on behalf of the City.
RE: INSURANCE COVERAGE File 9-6
The Council considered obtaining insurance evaluations study proposed to be made by
Griffenhagen-Kroeger. Leroy Wilkie speaking on behalf of Marin County Insurance Agents requested
that proposed agreement be inspected by his association.
After discussion by the Council, the City Manager was authorized to solicit proposals for an in-
surance evaluation study.
RE: ANIMAL REGULATIONS File 13-3
Letter of John V. Bruns, Terra Linda Gardens, relative to dogs running loose was presented.
and read.
Representatives of Villa Real Property Owners Association were present and spoke to the Council
relative to damages being done by stray animals to their properties in the Villa Real area.
Letter and resolution of Terra Linda Recreational District objecting to an animal shelter being
built within the general area of Terra Linda was presented.
The matter was discussed by the Council.
RE: PUBLIC HEALTH - FOOD HANDLERS File 13-6
Letter of Marin Tuberculosis and Health Association relative to health inspection of food
handlers was presented.
The matter was referred tothe City Manager to obtain copies of ordinance regulating food
handlers.
RE: PERSONNEL 7-5
The Council authorized employment of David B. Stogner as patrolman to be placed on the regular
payroll at $447.00 per month effective November 2nd, 1961.
RE: CLAIM FOR DAMAGES File 3-1
Claim for damages and personal injury filed by Rose Trent was presented.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council by unanimous vote referred
the claim for damages to the insurance carrier.
RE: NORTHWESTERN PACIFIC RAILROAD TUNNEL File 9-3-16
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw reported to the Council on contact of legal counsel relative to
complaint filed by the City of San Rafael for discontinuance of rail service to the City due to
collapse of railroad tunnel.
RE: CLAIM FOR SEWER DAMAGES File 3-1
Supervisor of Public Works reported on damages caused by roots of city tree to sewer line at
residence of N. E. Sonne, 34 Bret Avenue, San Rafael.
The Council by unanimous vote authorized payment of claim for $13.50 to Mr. Sonne covering damages
to the sewer line.
RE: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT - MOBILE RADIO UNITS File 3-1
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported on inadequacy of present radio units in
Public Works Vehicles due to expanded area of coverage by public works vehicles. Request per-
mission to install larger units
The Council authorized obtaining bids for the larger mobile units and disposal of present units
installed in public work vehicles.
RE: CITY DEPARTMENT HEADS
Mayor McInnis instructed that a meeting of Department Heads and Council Members, if desired,
to be held at '8-5:6 A.M. on each Friday preceeding the first Council meeting of the month.
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!w - GENERAL FUND $ 9,340.62
PARKS FUND 198.69
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 2,101.01
GAS TAX FUND 700.00
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 26,221.50
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT FUND 6,727.29
RAFAEL RACQUET CLUB ESTATES 1,318.86
MARIN BAY ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
FUND 10,000.00
WOODLAND AVE. ASSESSMENT DIST. 55,053.56
$111,661.53
Council adjourned to 8:00 o'clock P. M., Monday, November 13th, 1961.
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Approved this day
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MAYOR.'OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 13th, 1961 at
8:00 o'clock P. M.
Adjourned Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
RE: BUDGET File 8-5
The Council discussed the 1961-62 Budget proposals and on motion of
Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Aby, adopted the 1961-62 Budget
with total Revenue Estimate of $2,147,220.00 and total Expenditure Budget
of $2,143,315.00.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PERSONNEL File 7-5
The Council by unanimous vote authorized two months leave of absence without
pay to Doris M. Lind to be effective November 20th, 1961.
Council adjourned.
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Approved this - day of G l
MA R OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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In the Council Chambers of the City of San Rafael, Monday, November 20th, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P. M.
Regular Meeting: Present: John F. McInnis, Mayor
Charles W. Aby, Councilman
Louis H. Baar, Councilman
Fred E. Jensen, Councilman
David Menary, Jr., Councilman
RE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the minutes of November 13th were
approved and November 6th, 1961 corrected and approved,
RE: OPENING OF BIDS 1961 MODEL GASOLINE MOTORIZED HEAVY DUTY TRUCK CHASSIS AND CAB - File 4-2-44
The following bids were received, opened and read:
Bianco Motors, Inc. $ 2,704.00
Rossi Garage 2,554.00
Ames Ford Sales 2,274.18
DeLong Chevrolet 2,477,68
RESOLUTION NO. 2545 - RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ONE (1) 1961 MODEL GASOLINE MOTORIZED HEAVY
DUTY TRUCK CHASSIS AND CAB. (Ames Ford Sales)
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: WHITE OAKS UNIT II ASSESSMENT DISTRICT - File 6-9
Continuation of Public hearing on White Oaks Unit II Assessment District was declared opened.
There being no one appearing either for or against, the hearing was declared closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2546 - RESOLUTION AMENDING ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE OF COST OF IMPROVEMENTS TO BE ACQUIRED
AND ENGINEER'S REPORT IN WHITE OAKS UNIT TWO ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, CITY OF SAN
RAFAEL, MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor Mcln6is
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2547 - RESOLUTION FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY
REQUIRE THE IMPROVEMENTS IN WHITE OAKS UNIT TWO ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, CITY OF SAN
RAFAEL, MARIN COUNly, CALIFORNIA; THAT THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT INVESTIGATION,
LIMITATION AND MAJORITY PROTEST ACT OF 1931, SHALL NOT APPLY; AND DETERMINING THAT
SUCH PROJECT SHALL PROCEED UNDER THE TERMS AND PROVISIONS OF THE MUNICIPAL IM-
PROVEMENT ACT OF 1913,
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION N0, 2548 - RESOLUTION AND ORDER APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT ORDERING THE ACQUISITION OF
IMPROVEMENTS AND CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT, WHITE OAKS UNIT TWO ASSESSMENT DIS-
TRICT, CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, COUNTY OF MARIN, CALIFORNIA,
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - RUDOLPH LANG AND GASOLINE MARKETERS INCORPORATED - File 10-3
Public hearing on the appeal of Rudolph Lang and Gasoline Marketers, Inc. on the decision
of the Planning Commission was declared opened.
Mr, 0. D. Wiles spoke in opposition to the rezoning. A petition containing 45 signatures and
a letter from Mrs. 0. D. Wiles protesting the rezoning were presented and read.
The hearing was continued to December 4th, 1961.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - SAN RAFAEL NEWPORT COMPANY PROTESTING LAND AREA IN COMPUTING DWELLING UNITS File 10-3
Public hearing on the protest of the San Rafael Newport Company on the decision of the
Planning Commission in it's decision to permit property owners to use their total land area in
computing the number of dwelling units to be permitted along the San Rafael Canal was opened.
City Planner, James Garrett briefed the Council on the action taken by the Planning Commission.
Mr. L. E. Weisenburg, Jr, expressed his views against the interpretation of the Planning
Commission's decision.
Robert Misrach spoke in favor of the rezoning. The hearing was closed.
On motion of Councilman Aby, seconded by Councilman Baar, the decisli.on of the Planning Commission
was upheld.
RE: PUBLIC HEARING - RALPH PATTERSON REZONING - File 10-3
Public hearing of Mr. Ralph Patterson's appeal of the decision of the Planning Commission
for not rezoning one block of Glen Park to R-3 was declared opened.
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City Planner James Garrett briefed the Council on the action taken by the Planning Commission. 1
John McLucas, John Hegarty and Jane Sullivan spoke in opposition to the rezoning and there being
no one appearing in favor of, the hearing was declared closed.
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Menary, the action of the Planning Com-
mission was upheld.
RE: ENCROACHMENT ON CITY PROPERTY - FOOD MART FENCE File 2-11
Mr. Maury Guy explained to the Council the reason for the fence being constructed in it's
present place.
No action taken.
RE: CHANGE OF STREET NAMES - GLEN PARK TO SIENNA WAY-- File 11-2
RESOLUTION NO. 2549 RESOLUTION CHANGING NAME OF STREET
Ayes: Councilmen: Aby, Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: None
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL- File 10-2
CHARTER ORDINANCE NO. 738 - A ordinance amending Section 14.72.070 (b) of the Municipal Code of the
City of San Rafael, California, entitled " Architectural Control',' and numbering Charter Ordinance
No. 738 was passed and adopted as an ordinance of the City of San Rafael by the following vote, to -
wit:
Ayes: Councilmen: Baar, Jensen, Menary and Mayor McInnis
Noes: Councilmen: Aby
Absent: Councilmen: None
RE: ENCROACHMENT PERMIT - 48 MARTENS BLVD. - File 2-11
City Engineer, Dominic Selmi briefed the Council on the application of Robert Antonioli for
an encroachment permit in the vicinity of 48 Maetens Blvd.
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, the encroachment permit was granted.
RE: TRAFFIC COMMITTEE REPORT - File 11-9
Supervisor of Public Works, Norris Rawles reported that the property owners in Loch Lomond
requested stop signs. The Traffic Committee recommended that the shrubery in the planting area
be thinned out and cut back in height; this to be accomplished through the Loch Lomond Home
Owners Association.
Request for traffic signs denied.
RE: VACANCY - MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES - File 9-2-9
On motion of Councilman Baar, seconded by Councilman Jensen, Mr. Paul DiPieltro was reappoint-
ed to the Board of Trustees of the Marin County Mosquito Abatement District for the years
January 1, 1962 to December 31, 1963.
RE: GLENWOOD PARK SITE - File 2-1-24
On motion of Councilman Jensen, seconded by Councilman Baar, the Council authorized City
Manager, Dan Andersen to execute the option and purchase the property as per agreement for the
total sum of $45,000.00.
RE: CORRESPONDENCE
Letter of San Rafael Lions Club regarding beautification of proposed Third Street Improvement
was referred to Public Works Department. - File 9-5-L
Letter from San Rafael Beautiful Committee regarding replacing of Sycamore trees was referred
to Public Works Department. File 114
Letter of Bay Area Pollution Control District asking Council to sponsor a request to the
Governor to include in his special call to the 1962 legislature authorization to raise the
assessment from 1� to 1.6�. File 13-4
Councilman Aby, member of the Board of Directors was requested to furnish the Council with
further data.
Letter of Marvelous Marin Realty Company requesting Council to consider removing the building
height in the commercial area of San Rafael to allowing multiple story construction. 9-5-M
Referred to Building, Planning, and Engineering Department.
RE: NORTHWESTERN PACIFIC RAILROAD TUNNEL File 9-3-16 x 117
City Attorney, A. E. Bagshaw, reported briefly on the progress of the City's protest of the
closing of the Northwestern Pacific Railroad tunnel.
He was requested to arrange a meeting with Mr. Boris H. Lacusta, attorney of Graham, James &
Rolph, San Francisco, for Wednesday, November 29th, at 4:30 o'clock P. M.
RE: PERSONNEL - File 7-5
Council authorized employment of and placing on the regular payroll as Police Officer, Roy
Hicks, commencing November 15th at monthly salary of $447.00.
Council authorized employment of and placing on the regular payroll as Fireman, Arthur Bradford,
commencing November 20th at monthly salary of $447.00.
All claims approved by the Finance Committee were presented and warrants ordered drawn for same as
appears from the Advice on Warrants dated November 20th, 1961, and now on file in the Clerk's office to
which reference is hereby made for further particulars:
Council adjourned.
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GENERAL FUND $ 15,119.40
PARKS FUND 40,459.92
EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT FUND 1,705.$5
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND 9,795.93
PARKING DISTRICT NO. 2 72.49
MARIN BAY IMPROVEMENT DIST. #1 157,971.41
$ 225,125.00
W. 0 A , �lerk
W. C. CORNWELL, Deputy
Approved this% day of
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL