HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/10/1958 - Regular Meetingwas accepted and the -City Manager was authorized:to.sign a contract with
said company.
Meeting adjourned. On motion of Councilman Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman MacKay
and carried, the meeting was adjourned.
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March 10,, 1958
Regular session. The City Council of the City of Newport Beach met in regular session
in the Council Chambers of the City Hall at the hour of 7:30 P.M.
Roll call. The roll was called, the following members being present: Council-
men Hart, Stoddard, Higbie; Ridderhof and Hill; Councilmen Wilder and
MacKay being absent.
Approval of minutes. On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded.by•Councilman Ridderhof
and carried, the reading of the minutes of February 24, 1958, was waived,
and the minutes were approved as written and ordered filed.
COMMUNICATIONS '
Re water contract for On motion of Councilman Hart, seconded by Councilman Ridderhof and
property at Bus hard carried, a letter was referred to the City Manager for recommendation
an IVtanning Streets. from W. A. Bertuleit stating that he has purchased the property located
at Bushard and Manning Streets, and requesting that the water contract
for said location be transferred to him.-
Re procedure relative On motion of Councilman Ridderhof, - seconded by Councilman Stoddard
to a o Lion o freeway and carried, a letter was ordered filed from Chelso A. Maghetti, Secretary,
ocations Ily the California Highway Commission, enclosing a resolution adopted by the
California Hig way California Highway Commission on February 26, 1958, restating procedure
Commission. relative to adoption of freeway locations by the California Highway
Commission.
Claim for Damages of The Clerk presented the alleged Claim for Damages of Winton Burne,
Winton urne. which was served on her on March 4, 1958. Said alleged claim, in the
amount of $51,500,-arises out of an accident which occurred on August
25, 1957, in the Upper Newport Bay area when the claimant was injured
while water skiing by striking a submerged sandbar. On motion of
Councilman Hart, seconded by Councilman Stoddard•and carried, said
claim was denied, and the City Clerk's action in referring the matter
to the insurance carriers on March 4, 1958, was confirmed.
Re uest of W. B. Mellott A letter was presented from Walter B. Mellott requesting permission
to c an e the name of to change the name of Bonita Lane to Dorothy Lane as it appears on the
Bonita Lane to Do�rot y map of Tract No. 3004, Harbor Highlands, agreeing to pay any publishing '
Lane Tract No. 3004, charges incurred. On motion of Councilman Ridderhof, seconded by
Harbor Highlands). Councilman Higbie and carried, the matter was referred, to the City
Attorney for preparation of the necessary.ordinance..
Discussion re access On motion of.Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Ridderhof
road from Ocean Bou evardand carried, a letter was referred to the City Manager from Mrs. Robert
and Poppy Street to P. Rea, Corresponding Secretary, Woman's Civic.League of Newport Harbor,
Little Corona Beach.. stating "that the access road leading from Ocean Boulevard and Poppy
Street to Little Corona Beach, as to that section of it below the level
of the pumping station and restrooms,•is in a dangerous and highly
hazardous condition." The City Manager stated that he proposed to put
a narrow path, blacktopped or asphaltic concrete, down to the sand area
which would provide.a safe.means of access, as an interim measure until
more permanent improvements are agreed upon for.installation.
Statement submitted by' The "Administrators Statement Regarding Minit Market," submitted
Nit Harbor Union by the'Newport Harbor Union High School District, was presented. On
High School District re motion of Councilman Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman Hart and carried,
Miinit Market . A sT said statement was referred to the - Planning Commission, together with
memorandum rom a memorandum submitted by Councilman Stoddard entitled, "A Summary of
Councilman St-o-UUard. the 'Discipline Study' Conducted by the Educational Staff on B. I. E.
Day, March 7, 1957." Councilman Stoddard wished to direct the attention
of the Planning Commission to pertinent paragraphs - relating to - shopping
places near schools.
Minutes of Orange County The Minutes of the 133d Meeting of the,Board of.Trustees of
Mosquito A atement Orange County Mosquito Abatement District, were presented. On motion '
District. of Councilman Hart, seconded by Councilman - Ridderhof and carried, said
Minutes were ordered filed, and the City Clerk was directed to file,
in the future, all Minutes of the Meetings of said Board of Trustees,
to be available at all times for inspection.
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A letter from the Public Works Director was presented,
Im rovements in
recommending that the improvements in Irvine Subdivision, Unit 3 of
rvane u division,
Irvine Terrace, Tract No. 2813, be accepted and that the surety bonds
nat o ivine
guaranteeing said improvements be released. On motion of Councilman
Terrace act o.
Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman Stoddard and carried, the
accepts .
recommendation of the Public Works Director was approved, and it was
proposing a of City property parking
directed that the surety bonds guaranteeing said improvements be
approximately 60 automobiles on the north side of Via Lido in the 3400
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released.
block. In view of the fact that a bond proposition will be voted on by
A letter from the Public Works Director was presented, recommending
Installation of Fire
that the installation of Fire Station No. 6 be accepted, that the City
tat on o.
Clerk be authorized to file a Notice of Completion with the County
accepted.
Recorder. On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman
Councilman Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman Hart and carried, action
Hart and carried, said recommendation was accepted and approved.
was delayed in regard to this matter until after the bond election on
A letter was presented from the Public Works Director, recommending
R -4760 adopted re
the approval of Final Map of Tract No. 3138 and subdivision agreement.
su v sgon a reement
Resolution No. 4760, authorizing the execution of said agreement, between
w t E. arker
Edward H. Barker and the City, was presented. On motion of Councilman
Tract o.
Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman Stoddard and carried, Resolution No.
4760 was adopted by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES, COUNCILMEN: Hart, Stoddard, Higbie, Ridderhof, Hill
NOES, COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT, COUNCILMEN: Wilder, MacKay
On motion of Councilman Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman Higbie
Final Ma a rove
and carried, the Final Map of Tract No. 3138 was approved.
Tact No.
On motion of Councilman Hart, seconded by Councilman Higbie and
Pier permits.
carried, the following applications for pier and bulkhead permits, as
recommended for approval by the Joint Harbor Committee, were approved:
' 1. Thomas S. Mason to construct a pier and float
bayward of Lot 4, Block 240, Canal Section,
Thomas S. Mason.
located at 4006 River Avenue, Newport Beach,
subject to the approval of the War Department.
2. Richard M. Lerner, to construct a pier and slip
Richard M. Lerner.
bayward of 323 Via Lido Soud, being Lot 910 and
one -half of Lot 909, Tract No. 907, subject to
the approval of the War Department.
3. George Gaudin, to construct a concrete slab
George Gaudin.
seawall bayward of 538 Via Lido Nord, being Lot
510 and 10 of Lot 511, Tract No. 907, subject
to the approval of the Lido Isle Community
Association.
4. American Legion, to construct a seawall bayward
of a portion of Lot 4, T -6 -S, R -10 -W, Section 33,
S.B.B.M., located at 215 - 15th Street, Newport
Beach, subject to the condition that the end of
the groin is not to exceed the height of 3 feet
above the M.L.L.W.
A letter was presented from Tom Norton, Chairman of the Parks,
Beaches and Recreation Commission, requesting that the Municipal Code
be amended to allow picnicking on the bay beach between 18th and 19th
Streets. After discussion, on motion of Councilman Ridderhof, seconded
by Councilman Hart and carried, the City Attorney was directed to
prepare the necessary resolution designating the area a picnic area.
Mr. Edward Healy spoke from the floor and stated that he knew of no
objection to the request.
A letter was presented from the Orange County Associated Chambers
of Commerce, requesting membership dues, in the aggregate amount of
$35.00, for March, 1958, to March, 1959, for seven individuals. On
motion of Councilman Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman Higbie and
carried, it was directed that no action be taken in regard to this
' matter until after the forthcoming election, after which time the
membership dues are to be paid for the members of the new Council.
American Legion.
American Legion.
Lido Shops Auto Park
NO. 3 AnC.
p�roposa to ease
Citv DroDerty toF
pasting.
Re amendina Municipal
Code to allow
cn lc an on the ba
OR etween
and 19th Streets.
Discussion re member-
s ues or range
ountyr ASSOCIated
Chambers of Commerce.
5. American Legion, to construct a commercial pier,
ramp, and slips bayward of a portion of Lot 4,
T -6 -S, R -10 -W, Section 33, S.B.B.M., located at
215 - 15th Street, Newport Beach.
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A letter was presented from William Sangster, President, Lido Shops
Auto Park No. 3, Inc., lease for
proposing a of City property parking
approximately 60 automobiles on the north side of Via Lido in the 3400
block. In view of the fact that a bond proposition will be voted on by
the people on April 8, 1958, regarding the construction of a Police
building on a portion of the area involved, it was considered wise to
postpone action on this matter until after the.election. On motion of
Councilman Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman Hart and carried, action
was delayed in regard to this matter until after the bond election on
April 8, 1958. Mr. Sangster spoke from the audience and stated that
such a delay was agreeable with the Lido Shops organization.
A letter was presented from Tom Norton, Chairman of the Parks,
Beaches and Recreation Commission, requesting that the Municipal Code
be amended to allow picnicking on the bay beach between 18th and 19th
Streets. After discussion, on motion of Councilman Ridderhof, seconded
by Councilman Hart and carried, the City Attorney was directed to
prepare the necessary resolution designating the area a picnic area.
Mr. Edward Healy spoke from the floor and stated that he knew of no
objection to the request.
A letter was presented from the Orange County Associated Chambers
of Commerce, requesting membership dues, in the aggregate amount of
$35.00, for March, 1958, to March, 1959, for seven individuals. On
motion of Councilman Ridderhof, seconded by Councilman Higbie and
carried, it was directed that no action be taken in regard to this
' matter until after the forthcoming election, after which time the
membership dues are to be paid for the members of the new Council.
American Legion.
American Legion.
Lido Shops Auto Park
NO. 3 AnC.
p�roposa to ease
Citv DroDerty toF
pasting.
Re amendina Municipal
Code to allow
cn lc an on the ba
OR etween
and 19th Streets.
Discussion re member-
s ues or range
ountyr ASSOCIated
Chambers of Commerce.
LICENSES
Exempt License M. E. On motion of- Councilman Stoddard, seconded..by'Councilman Higbie
HH02 of f3ooe and carried, the Application for Exempt License of Marguerite E.
Encyc edia. — Hope, 424k Marigold Avenue, Corona del Mar, for house to house
soliciting for the sale of World Book Encyclopedia, Field Enterprise
Educational Corp., Chicago, Illinois, was granted.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
Public hearing regarding The final report of the Public Works Director, entitled "Study
Bed c a- Tinges 3n of Parking and Access Problems on Sub- Standard.Width Streets," dated
par ng restrictions. February 28, 1958, was presented. Mayor Hill opened the meeting for a
public hearing regarding the proposed changes in parking restrictions
and proposed one -way streets, in the area bounded by 47th Street,
Coast Highway, Newport Avenue to McFadden Place_ and the Ocean.
Discussion re "Area
The Public Works Director stated that, in the designated "Area
Newport s an . "
#1 - Newport Island," he recommended that all parking be eliminated
from the south side.of Channel Place and from the north side of
Marcus Avenue, except for the block adjoining the park,.in which case
parking is proposed to be eliminated on the south side. A discussion
ensued with the following people,speaking from the audience: Mr. George
W. Bush, Jr., Mr. James Edwards, Jr., Mr. A. B. Cubbage, Mr. John F.
Johnson. Mr. Edwards submitted an alternate plan for the solution to
the problem of providing parking spaces and yet enabling emergency
equipment to have acceptable access.
Discussion re "Area
The Public Works Director stated that, in the designated "Area.
- C u ouse Point."
#2 - Clubhouse Point" (area bounded.by Newport Avenue, Rivo Alto and
the Rialto), he recommended that all streets except Finley and Short
east of Clubhouse Avenue become one -way streets with parking on one
side only; the only additional red curb required being on the north,
side of Short Street between 35th and 36th Streets and on Finley Avenue
between Clubhouse and Newport Avenues. He.proposed a counter - clockwise
traffic flow for the one -way street system. A discussion ensued with
the following people speaking from the audience: Mr. Robert M. Schlum,
Mrs. Ralph B. Tilton, Mr. Frank Lodi, Mrs. J. L. Steigerwald, Mrs. Edith
Holte, Mrs. Thelma B. Southworth. During the discussion, • it was stated
by residents in the area that a boat and a house trailer had'been
permanently - parked on the street, and that although the matter had been
reported, action had not been taken. The City Manager stated that
action would be taken immediately in regard to the matter, that he had
not been previously notified.
Discussion re "Area
The Public Works Director stated that, in the designated "Area.
- Balboa BouIev9rd
#3 - Balboa Boulevard Area" (32d Street to 47th Street, Pacific Electric
rea.
right -of -way to Rivo Alto), he recommended that Marcus Avenue become
a one -way westbound street from 32d to 36th Streets; that Lake Avenue
become a one -way street eastbound between the same limits; that north-
south streets northerly of Balboa Boulevard have an alternating pattern
of one -way streets; that parking be prohibited.on the north side of
Channel Place and on the west side of 40th Street from Balboa Boulevard
to River Avenue.- No comments were made from the audience in regard to
this area.
Discussion re "Area
The Public Works Director stated that in,the designated "Area
- Central Newport.
IN - Central Newport" (McFadden Place to 29th Street south of Balboa
Boulevard), he recommended that 26th and 27th Streets have parking on
one side only to conform to the pattern already established on the other
streets in this area. No one in the audience commented on said proposal.
Hearing closed.
On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Ridderhof
and carried, the hearing was closed.
Recommendations for
On motion of Councilman Higbie, seconded by. Councilman Ridderhof and
Areas an
carried, the recommendations of the Public Works. Director for Areas #3 and
approved.
#4 were approved.
Action regarding
A further discussion ensued. Mr. Ed Schwaner spoke from the audience
Area
and suggested thatithe recommendations for Area #2 be tried for a period
of approximately six months. On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded
by Mayor Hill and carried, the red curbs as recommended for Area #2 were
approved; and'it was directed that, after a suitable time has elapsed,
the one -way street phase of the recommendations be tried to determine
'its feasibility and public acceptance.
Action re Area #1
Councilman Hart stated that the basic reason for the Public Works
field over unta next
Director's recommendations was the necessity of obtaining access for
Councll meeting.
emergency vehicles, and he was of the opinion a decision should be made
to
provide said access in Area #1. In view of the opposition of residents
of
Newport Island to painting curbs red as recommended, on motion of
'Councilman Stoddard., seconded by Councilman Ridderhof and carried,-action
in regard to Area 41 was held over until the next Council meeting.
Councilman Ridderhof left the meeting at this time.
Re comfort station at
On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Higbie and
the base of ewport
carried, the plans and.specifications for the comfort station at the
Pier
base of Newport Pier were approved, and the City Clerk was instructed
to advertise for bids to be received in her office on April 10, 1958.
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The City Manager's request that consideration of the offer of Helipot
Corporation to donate a building now located on the Corporation Yard, be
continued for discussion at a later date, was approved, on motion of
Councilman Higbie, seconded by Councilman Stoddard and carried..
The City Attorney presented a proposed ordinance amending Sections
' of the Municipal Code pertaining to the licensing of Penny Arcades,
amusement businesses or concessions, and games of skill or amusement.
Mr. Max Hurwitz spoke from the audience and stated that the proposed
ordinance met with the approval of his clients.
Ordinance No. 842, being
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY.OF
NEWPORT BEACH AMENDING SECTIONS 6113.1, 6113.1(c),
6202.4 AND 6202.5 OF, AND ADDING SECTION 6202.51
TO, THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH,
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was introduced. On motion of Councilman-Stoddard, seconded by Councilman
Higbie and carried, the first reading of said ordinance was waived. On
motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Hart-and.carried,
Ordinance No. 842 was passed to second reading and set for public hearing
on March 24, 1958, by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES, COUNCILMEN: Hart, Stoddard, Higbie, Hill
NOES, COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT, COUNCILMEN: Wilder, MacKay, Ridderhof
a' a.
Consideration of
e pot orporaria-
toaonat�ild-
ng continued .
Proposed ordinance
re Penny Arcades.
Ordinance No. 842.
Passed to second
reading; set for
public is earing on
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Councilman Stoddard stated that there is no mention of Penny Arcades Wording to be
in the Zoning Ordinance. On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by reviewed with
Councilman Hart and carried, the City Attorney.and the City Manager were annin
instructed'to review the wording of said ordinance with the Planning ommission.
Commission to see if any possible inconsistency exists.
A memorandum was presented from the City Attorney recommending the
execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement by and between the City of Newport
Beach and the County Sanitation District No. 5, wherein it is agreed that
the City will execute a Grant Deed in favor of the Sanitation District,
conveying an undivided one -half interest in the City's Balboa Coves
Easement to said District, and the Sanitation District will hold the
City harmless from any claim, demand, or action for damages as a result
of the granting of the one -half interest in said Easement. On motion of
Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Higbie and carried,Resolution
No. 4761, authorizing the execution of said Hold Harmless Agreement,
was adopted by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES, COUNCILMEN: Hart, Stoddard, Higbie, Hill
NOES,COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT, COUNCILMEN: Wilder, MacKay, Ridderhof
A memorandum from the City Attorney, transmitting the City- County
Lease on County Dock property to the Council for consideration, was
presented. Resolution No. 4762, approving a Lease Agreement between the
County of Orange and the City of Newport Beach, relating to City owned
waterfront and submerged land and the County Dock property,- authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said Lease, which had been approved
by the Board of Supervisors of Orange County, was presented. On motion
of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Hart and carried,
Resolution No. 4762 was adopted, and execution of said Lease was
authorized contingent upon approval by the electors of the City of
Newport Beach on April 8, 1958, by the following roll call vote, to
wit:
AYES, COUNCILMEN: Hart, Stoddard, Higbie, Hill
NOES, COUNCILMEN: None
ABSENT, COUNCILMEN: Wilder, MacKay, Ridderhof
R -4761, re
execs on of Hold
Harmless Agreement
between City an_
Count San tation
District NO.
R -4762 re Lease
regiment etween
County an Cir
On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Higbie and Re West Turning
carried, approval was given of the preliminary plan of County and City Basin, NeLkTOrt
property, West Turning Basin Newport Bay, Harbor District Map Index No. ay.
324 -A, dated September 13, 1957, which had been approved by the Board
of Supervisors on February 25, 1958.
A letter was presented from Walter Longmoor, Chairman of the
Planning Commission, transmitting copies of the proposed amendments to
the Planning and Zoning Law. On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded
by Councilman Hart and carried, the City Attorney was instructed to
prepare the necessary ordinance to incorporate the proposed amendments,
and the matter was set for public hearing on March 24, 1958.
On motion of Councilman Hart, seconded by Councilman Higbie and
carried, Precise Plan No. 1 to the Master Plan on Streets and Highways
Unit for the purpose of establishing building setback lines, which was
set for hearing on March 10, 1958, was reset for hearing on March 24,
1958. A discussion was had regarding the effect of the adoption of the
Precise Plan in connection with building permits and property owners'
rights. Mr. Ben Reddick and Mr. Harold Glass spoke from the audience
regarding this matter.
The request of Robert Dorris for progress payment of $2000 on the
contract for the Lifeguard boat, was presented. The City Manager stated
that the boat has been completed and will probably be ready for launching
on Friday, March 14. On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by
Councilman Higbie and carried, approval was given for said progress payment
contingent upon the approval of the City Attorney.
Hearing set for
pose amen_mentr
tpro a� anal
Zoning Law.
reset on
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Progress payment t,
Robert Dorris re
Lifeguard oat
approved.
Authorization for O
On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Hart and
amendments to t e c
carried, the City Manager's recommendation was approved that the
budget and C
Council authorize amendment to the budget and classification plan
c assn acation plan. e
effecting deletion of one laborer position in -the Sanitation budget
and substitution of one serviceman II position in the Street budget,
and the necessary appropriation adjustment was authorized.
Budget Amendment No. O
On motion of Councilman Higbie, seconded by Councilman Hart and
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carried, Budget Amendment No. 106 was approved, in the amount of
$1260, from Park and Recreation Fund, Unappropriated Surplus, to
Additional Appropriation for Materials on the :following projects:
Newport Island, 240; Balboa Bridge Approach, $500; Street Trees, $200;
13th and Bay Street end, $160; 12th and Bay Street end, $160. Donations
M r of Councilman Councilman Hart reported that, in compliance with the Council's
e ur ase o request, he had talked with the owners' agent regarding the acquisition
ots c Hdu of of Lots 4, 5, 6, and 8 of Block 20. Councilman Hart stated that the
oc owners were unwilling to sell the property for the appraised value of
$31,500. He further stated that the Newport Beach Businessmens'
Association had held a meeting last week and had reached the conclusion
that the price for acquisition of the entire block, or the usable portion
thereof,'would be excessive,.and that said Association did not contemplate
pursuing action for the acquisition of said property at this time.
Discussion re ardin A short discussion ensued regarding the reactivation on March 15,
react vation o gar in of the parking meters,.which had been inactive during the winter months.
meters on March 1:). The City Manager stated that he had received no formal objections to
the reactivation, except that a letter had been received from the Central
Newport Beach Community Association making the suggestion that certain
meters be operated only during the summer months when the schools are
closed. Mr. Harold Glass spoke from the floor in regard to the matter.
Meeting adjourned. On motion of Councilman Stoddard, seconded by Councilman Higbie
and carried, the meeting was adjourned.
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