BOOK 26_1955-11-28 to 1957-06-17

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i ti 211 We would particularly appreicate some additional help for the Park Department, as its personnel has not increased commensurately with the increased lands being serviced. In this connection it should be noted that some work is contemplated in Stulsaft Park in the next fiscal year, which will also strain the available amount of manpower. Re- ferred to City Manager on motion of Herkner seconded by Britschgi and carried. USE PERMITS ISSUED BY PLP_NNING CODMSSION: 1. Allow Boarding and rooming house for aged at 122 Clinton Street subject to: a. Applies to Mrs. Luz, applicatn, only R -!J District. b. Clearance and approval by Health, Fire & Building Department. c. Limited to 7 ambulatory patients.. 2. Allow Re -Upholstery Shop at 1222 E1 Camino Real. 'C -1-F District. No Council action was required on the Use Permits. The Mayor announced a study meeting for Thursday, July 5, at 8:00 P. M. to take up the matter of the budget and also take up the matter of salaries. Councilman Herkner stated that he would like to know if they were doing anything to proceed with the water reservoir. Mater Superintendent Winter was asked to obtain additional information. City Engineer Jain stated that this was supposed to be turned in in April. Councilman Herkner moved that the Water Superin- tendent be instructed to bring in a report next week in regard to the 'Vater Reservoir in back of the hospital, seconded by Councilman Spillers and carried. Councilman Stout stated that the new parking lot was proceeding very well, and he asked if 'something could be done about the smaller piece of property across the street from the parking lot. City Attorney Currie stated that he has been checking .with the property owners. He asked that the Council take,action and have a letter written to the property owners stating that the Council wanted this project completed as soon as possible. Councilman Stout moved that the City Clerk write a letter to the property owners, seconded by Councilman Spillers. This was followed by discussion in regard to the possibility of forming an assessment district and adopting a resolution of public convenience and necessity because of possible flood conditions. The motion carried. Councilman Stout asked that a weekly report be given. Councilman Granger moved that a resolution be prepared, similar to the one drawn up,for Irving Gold, in honor of Leo grawford honoring him for becoming the State Commander of the American Legion, seconded by Council- man Stout and carried on roll call. , Councilman Granger offered a resolution that the American Flag be flown every day at the Veterans' Memorial Building, seconded by Councilman Spillers and carried on roll call. Councilman Weiss raised the question of whether or not liquidation sales were limited to -any particular length of time. City Attorney Currie stated that they were limited to 60 days after which they had to apply to the Council for consideration of an extension of time. Councilman Britschgi was of the opinion that a two away ordinance should be established. City Attorney Currie stated that -there is an ordinance in effect where the City could remove cars from the street if they were left for a period of 72 hours. The City Clerk stated that he had a notice of completion ready for the training building at the Recreation Center. City Attorney Currie stated that this building should.be acce teda however., a recommendation should be made, possibly.by the Building Inspector, that this building should be accepted. Building Inspector Kreiss stated that there was the problem of a heater being moved and who was expected to pay for the moving of the heater. Councilman Spillers moved that the City Manager be instructed to bring back a report next Council meeting, seconded by Councilman Britschgi and carried. Councilman Stout offered RESOLUTION 2056 AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF BONDS FOR T-NDTJSTRIAL WAY and moved its adoption, seconded by Councilman Spillers and carried on roll call. Councilman Britschgi stated that some time ago he asked for information in regard to closing in the windows in the Council Chamber. He stated that he did not agree with the letter and stated that he wanted the matter brought up again. Mayor Royer offered the suggestion of talking to the Memorial Commission to see