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317 Mr. James Reilly, 1650 Alameda de las Pulgas, protested the erection the building and read an invitation to a dance .sponsored by the Club* He asked the Council to consider this invitation carefully and use this as a basis of things to come from the use of the building. He asked that the area be left in R-1 zoning. Mr. Vincent Rambo stated that he was the only Planning Commissioner who voted against this rezoning and he asked permission to state his thinking on the matter. He feels that this needs rezoning and as such he believes that they should give considerable thought to this project. He wants to look into the future of Lr possible 10 years. He stated his thinking inregard to the restriction of a use permit. Mr. Rambo believes that the group is a fine organization and will probably carry out the plans as they have stated. Mr. Ron Fields stated that they have considered putting in a deed restriction on the property and properly protect the area in the event of a change of ownership or a change in the Club. The City Attorney stated that there were probably other things to consider besides the deed restriction. This was followed by discussion in regard to the type of restriction which could be used, who would be invited to the dances and hour often they would be held and the length of time the Highlands Club has owned the property. Mr. Simpson stated that the club would not rent the building for public dances. Councilman Stout spoke at some length in favor of the building and stated his reasoning for his stand. Douncilman Weiss spoke about the granting of the use permit and stated his thinking on this matter, stating three conditions which he felt should be given consideration. Councilman Granger asked about a working agreement which should be worked out between the City and the Highlands Organization. He compared this situation with the happenings of the Union Cemetery Association back in 1869 wherein Athey designated the Governor of the State of California to act as Trustee in case the Organization disbanded or its members died. He was of the opinion that the Highlands Group should consider designating someone, possibly the Council, to act as Trustees. This was followed by discussion. Councilman Spillers stated that before he would go along with this rezoning he wanted to see something in writing as there were a lot of points brought up tonight which should be given consideration by both the Council and the Highlands Club. Councilman Weiss suggested that this matter be referred back to the Commit— tee and the City Attorney for further consideration. Councilman Spillers moved to carry this on the agenda for three weeks and the Committee to bring back a signed agreement and an outline of their plans, seconded by Councilman Weiss. Councilman Britschgi stated that he believed that there should be more added to the Committee. He suggested that they add some members from the Highlands Club, the City Attorney, someone from the Engineering Department, Police, Fire, Building Inspector and members from the apposition. Councilman Spillers agreed to add this to his motion. Council— man Granger was of the opinion that the Council should dicide whether or not the Council was in favor or against the rezoning so the people can know where they are going. This was followed by discussion. Mr. Simpson asked that the Council decide if they will look in favor of the rezoning as they have people out �,... soliciting for funds from their members. Councilman Stout offered a substitute motion that the,Council ;.. looks in favor of the Planning Commission recommendation subject to the signing and drawing up of a proper agreement and a report,to be made in three weeks. The Mayor ruled that this was out of order because they would have to close the public hearing before they could take action on this substitute motion. Councilman Stout withdrew his motion. This was followed by discussion after which the motion carried on roll call with founcilmen Granger and Stout voting NO. REPORT ON BID OPENING FOR TRUCK FOR STREET DEPARTMENT, REPLACEMENT. The following bids were received for the replacement of a dump truck for the Street Cleaning Department: Davies Auto Company, Chevrolet $22287,00 Towne Motor Company, Ford 2010.25 Hoyt Pontiac, GMC 2,559.07 Hengehold Motor Company, International 2085.46 The City Manager recommended that the low bid of Davies Auto Company b e accepted. This was concurred in by