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

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409 I PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF VARIANCE TO ALLOW 5' REAR YARD SET -BACK AT 427 SAMSON STREET, F. E. RUSSELL REQUEST, (Lot 9, Block 10, Range D., Mezesville). The Clerk read the letter from the Planning Commission. The Mayor ordered the letter filed. CITY ENGINEER REGARDING AMENDED ASSESSMENT #23 INDUSTRIAL VTAY IMPROVEMENTS. The Clerk read the letter from the City Epgineer wherein he gave the figures on the segragation and reapportionment of the above mentioned assessment. The City Engineer spoke about the cost involved in regard to splitting the assessment. This was followed by discussion. The Mayor suggested that the City Engineer, in the future, ask the applicant to furnish the descriptions for the necessary splits. Councilman Stout moved to set the matter for public hearing, seconded by Councilman Spillers and carried. MASSARIE REQUEST PERIdT TO BUILD DUPLEXES ON LOTS 5 TO 81 BLOCK 4, WEST REDWOOD (corner Roosevelt and Valota Road). The Mayor outlined the history of this particular case. This was first brought to the attention of the Council in October, 1955• It was the recommendation of the Mayor and that of the City Attorney to refer this matter back to the Planning Commission. Councilman Spillers moved to refer this matter to the Planning Commission, seconded by Councilman Stout and carried. Councilman Herkner offered RESOLUTION 2191 ENDORSING ESTABLISHMENT OF A FIRE TRAINING CURRICULUM AT SAN JOSE JUNIOR COLLEGE AND SAN JOSE STATE COLLEGE and moved its adoption, seconded by Councilman Spillers. The Mayor added that this was recommended by the City Manager and the Fire Chief. The motion carried on roll call. WESTERN NEPHROSIS SOCIETY, INC., REQUESTS PERPI<SSION TO CONDUCT A FUND-RAISING DRIVE DURING THE MONTH OF MARCH for the purpose of raising funds to be used in connection with their work in combating nephrosis, a kidney desease most commonly found in young children. The methods planned are mainly contacts with the public by means of radio, television, newspapers, window -displays, some letters, posters and billboards. Some canisters will be used. There will be no door-todoor solicitation. Councilman Granger moved to refer this matter to the United Crusade for their recommendation. The City Manager stated this was not a door- to-door campaign. The Police Chief stated that he did not think there was anything the Council could do since there wasn't any violations to any ordinances. Upon the recommendation of the City Manager and the Police Chief, Councilman Spillers moved that the permit be granted without endorsement of the Council, seconded by Councilman Herkner. Councilman Weymouth asked if this would interfer with the Red Cross. It was the general opinion that since this was not a door-to-door campaign it would not interfere. The motion carried. i GLENWOOD AVENUE ASSOCIATION OPPOSING IMPROEIENTS. The Clerk read the letter. Councilman Spillers moved that the Council hold a study meeting on this. He was of opion that the City should get the job done even if they only had 10% of the property owners in favor of the improvements. Councilman Spillers changed his motion to authorized the City Engineer to complete the plans for water mains so they can proceed with the calling for bids, seconded by Councilman Granger. Councilman Stout stated that he did not believe they should go against the will of the people and force them to pay for installations of water mains. This was followed by discussion. Councilman Spillers outlined the previous proceedings which occurred at previous Council meetings on the improvements of the Highlands of Emerald Lake No. 1. Councilman Granger withdrew his second to the motion. Councilman Spillers moved to have a study meeting, seconded by Councilman Herkner and carried. Councilman Spillers asked for the complete set of minutes in relation to this subject. CITY AUDITOR REQUEST FOR PERMISSION TO TRANSFER THE GENERAL RESERVE FUND OF $100,000.00 INTO THE GENERAL FUND. The Clerk read theletter wherein Mr. Brophy stated that it has been found that it will be necessary to use this money pending collection of the second installment of taxes. Councilman Granger offered resolution 2192 AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER FROM THE GENERAL RESERVE FUND and moved its adoption, seconded by 0