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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC_1983-10-24 Regular Meeting MinutesMORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 RECREATION HALL - 7:30 P.M. AGENDA NO. Date Actt n Mayor Shelton called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL P RESENT: S TAFF: Eugene R. Shelton Rodger Anderson John Lemons Bruce Risley Bud Zeuschner P aul Baxter Mike Lesage Murrel Crump Dave Howell N ick Nichols S hirley Summers P eggy Buchanan Mayor Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember City Administrator City Attorney Community Development Dir. P olice Chief P ublic Works Director Accountant Deputy City Clerk Horace Strong led the Pledge of Allegiance Invocation. and provided the A. PUBLIC HEARINGS, REPORTS AND APPEARANCES A-1 CONSIDERATION OF CASE NO. CUP 17-83 (AMENDMENT) - REQUEST TO AMEND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A VIDEO ARCADE AT 712 QUINTANA Mr. Baxter reviewed the staff report regarding the request before Council for amendment to the conditions of Conditional Use Permit N o. 17-83. Mr. Baxter stated that at the time of approval, a condition requiring the rear door to be used as an emergency exit only was placed on the project, and this is the condition the applicants wish to have amended. Mr. Baxter noted that the P lanning Commission had recommended that the condition be amended as requested. Mayor Shelton opened the Public Hearing. There were no comments or questions. MOTION: Councilmember closed. The Zeuschner and Lemons motion carried moved that the Public Hearing be was seconded by Councilmember by a unanimous vote. (5-0) MOTION: Councilmember Lemons moved that Council adopt the Resolution to amend the Conditional Use Permit No. 17- 83 by deleting condition number 12 (requiring one door to be closed) as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Risley and carried unanimously. (5-0). 1 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 PAGE TWO A-2 CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 8.16.420 TO TITLE VII OF THE MORRO BAY MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW ADOPTION OF RULES AND REGULATIONS (REFUSE ORDINANCE) Mr. Baxter informed Council that the Refuse Franchise Board had recommended that an Ordinance be adopted which would allow for periodic modifications to the Refuse Ordinance by Resolution or other policy direction. Mr. Baxter noted that this Ordinance has been prepared to that effect. Mayor Shelton opened the Public Hearing. There were no comments or questions. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that the Public Hearing be closed. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Lemons and carried unanimously. (5-0). MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that the Ordinance be read by title and number only. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Risley and carried unanimously. (5-0) Mr. Baxter read the Ordinance by its title and number. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that the Ordinance be adopted as a first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Lemons and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Zeuschner, Lemons, Anderson, Risley, Shelton NOES: None ABSENT: None A-3 CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE TO ADD SECTION 13.12.310 TO TITLE XII REGARDING SEWER BACKFLOW VALVES Mr. Baxter reviewed the Ordinance with Council, and noted that it had been redrafted with Council's previous comments in mind, and was now being resubmitted for a first reading. Mr. Baxter noted that this was a continued Public Hearing from the meeting of October 10, 1983. Mayor Shelton opened the hearing to the public. There were no comments or questions. 2 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 P AGE THREE MOTION: Councilmember Anderson moved that the hearing be closed. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Zeuschner and carried unanimously. (5-0) Councilmember Lemons had a question regarding the City's ability t o enter on private property to examine the device and its ability to prohibit certain types of discharge. Mr. LeSage stated that he felt the Ordinance covered the City's concerns in this regard. Councilmember Anderson had a question concerning enforcement of t he Ordinance and the amount and type of fines to be imposed. Mr. LeSage stated that the enforcement of this Ordinance would be t he same as all Ordinances, and noted that this is sometimes d ifficult however this Ordinance will create the vehicle for preventing additional claims against the City. MOTION: Councilmember Risley moved that the Ordinance be read by title and number only. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0) Mr. Baxter read the Ordinance by title and number only. MOTION: Councilmember Risley moved tht.t the Ordinance be adopted as a first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Risley, Anderson, Lemons, Zeuschner, Shelton NOES: None ABSENT: None B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS B-1 CONSIDERATION OF IMPROVEMENTS AT BEACH STREET (DORN) PROPERTY -_ Mr. Baxter reviewed the staff report and background for this item, and noted that the City's position indicated that no further obligation on the City's part existed, and that the improvements should begin. Mr. Baxter informed Council that correspondence had been received from Mrs. Dorn stating her inability to attend the meeting. He then reviewed the history of t he agreement with the City. 3 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 P AGE FOUR Mr. Baxter informed Council that this matter had been continued t o this date because the Dorn's had been out of state, and unable t o attend. MOTION: Councilmember Risley moved that the Council determine that the City has fulfilled its obligation and direct staff to notify the Dorn's to proceed with the improvements in accordance with the terms of the agreement. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Zeuschner. Councilmember Lemons felt that further investigation ought to be d one regarding the City s alteration of the bluff top. Mr. Nichols stated that after several close examinations and study of both the bluff and design plans, he had determined that t he City had not altered the slope or toe of the bluff. Councilmember Lemons was concerned about the City's liability if the bluff had been altered. Mr. LeSage stated that this was a separate matter from the improvements, and the City would have the same liability as with any City project. There was additional discussion regarding the motion and interpretation of the motion. Councilmember Zeuschner felt that completion of the improvements as per the agreement would not affect the City s liability. Council then voted on the motion by Councilmember Risley to direct staff to notify Dorns to proceed with improvements: AYES: Risley, Zeuschner, Anderson, Lemons, Shelton NOES: None ABSENT: None B-2 CONSIDERATION OF SUBLEASE BY RON MYERS TO GOLD NUGGET SEAFOODS, INC. (SITES 78-81W) Mr. Baxter requested that this matter be postponed until further on in the evening to allow time for staff and applicant to arrive. Council concurred that the item would be held later. 4 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 P AGE FIVE B-3 CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 1982 UNIFORM BUILDING CODES (2ND READING) Mr. Baxter stated that this was the second reading of the O rdinance which would adopt the 1982 edition of the Uniform Building Codes, including Plumbing, Housing and Mechanical Codes. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that the Ordinance be read by title and number only. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5- 0) Mr. Baxter read the Ordinance by title and number only. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that the Ordinance be adopted as a final reading. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Risley and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Zeuschner, Risley, Anderson, Lemons, Shelton NOES: None ABSENT: None C. NEW BUSINESS C-1 SUBMITTAL OF DRAFT ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY STUDY FROM MERRILL WILLIAMS REGARDIND PENDING LUP AMENDMENT REQUEST Mr. Baxter stated that in February of 1983 the Council had heard a request from Merrill Williams for a change in land use, from agricultural to medium residential/commercial. Mr. Baxter noted t hat at that time, Council had requested additional information ✓ egarding the effects of this land use change. Mr. Baxter stated that a report had been prepared to review ✓ arious aspects of the land use designation change. Mr. Baxter n oted that staff had not had opportunity to review the report. Mr. Ray Biering, attorney representing Mr. Williams, stated that a feasibility report had been prepared to address the issue of the agricultural designation. Mr. Biering stated that the main areas of concern to his client were the viability of the land for agricultural uses, and the economic feasibility and impact on the community. Mr. Biering introduced Mr. Ralph Bunje, from the Agri -Business Group, to present the report regarding agricultural ✓ iability. 5 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 t AGE SIX Mr. Bunje provided Council with a brief overview of the report, which indicated that the land was not viable agricultural property and was not suited for any agricultural use. Mr. Biering then introduced Mr. Harry Fox, representing General Research Corporation. Mr. Fox provided Council with a review of the report regarding t he economic feasiblity of the land use change, and explained for Council the various surveys and statistics contained in the report. Mr. Fox noted alternative proposals as well as general demographics of the Morro Bay area. Mr. Biering then summarized the presentation and noted that Mr. Williams would like to allow the public as well as City staff t ime to review the reports and comment on any phase of the material presented, prior to Council reaching a decision. Mr. Bob Lane felt that the public should be allow to comment on t he presentation, and noted that if Mr. Williams did not have a "due dilligence" study prepared, it was not the City's responsbility to change the land use just to suit him. Mr. Lane felt that a change in zoning is not a right but a priviledge. Mr Lane also commented on the lack of water avilability for this project. Councilmember Risley felt that the Planning Commission should have the opportunity to review these reports. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that the Council receive the report and encourage widespread review and comment ✓ egarding the report for a 45 day review period, and forward the report to the Planning Commmission for its ✓ eview and recommendation, and return to the City Council for final determination. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Risley and carried u nanimously. (5-0) B-2 (CONTINUED FROM EARLIER) CONSIDERATAION OF SUBLEASE BY RON MYERS TO GOLD NUGGET SEAFOODS, INC. (SITES 78-81W) (Councilmember Anderson abstained from discussion.) Mr. Baxter stated that a proposed agreement for Sublease between Ron Myers and Gold Nugget Seafood has been drafted for Council's consideration. Mr. Baxter noted that a new document, a Consent t o Sublease had been drafted by the City Attorney to respond to many of the concerns expressed by Council. 6 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 P AGE SEVEN Jack Wallace stated that the Consent to Sublease Agreement was actually an agreement between three parties - the City, the L essor and the Sublessee. This agreement provides that the S ublessee will be legally bound to the Master Lease, and that the L essor can also be held responsible for compliance with the Master Lease by the Sublessee. Mayor Shelton noted that the City Attorney had submitted a memo with several recommended language changes. Mr. LeSage stated that these were minor clarifications and should be added. Mr. LeSage recommended that Council adopt the Consent to Sublease Agreement, and noted that it corrects earlier problems with Sublessees. Councilmember Risley questioned the financial status and the t erms of the sublease agreement, and noted rental due from previous sublessees on this site. Councilmember Risley also felt that financial statements should be presented by the proposed sublessee, and that all back rents should be paid. Councilmember Risley also stated that the L essee's records should be re-examined to assure complaince with t he auditor's recommendations. Mr. Wallace stated that a letter had been sent to notify leaseholders of the records required by the lease. Councilmember Risley stated that a maintenance inspection should be done prior to any approval of this sublease. Mr. Wallace stated that this would be done as a matter of ✓ outine. There was additional discussion regarding maintenance and the n eed for reivew of this agreement by the Harbor Commission. Mr. Wallace explained that no change in the lease is being sought, nor will there be a change in use. Councilmember Zeuschner expressed his approval of the Consent to S ublease document and noted that now the City has the guarantee o f two parties that rents will be paid. Councilmember Lemons questioned whether the Council has the right t o refuse a sublease. Mr. LeSage stated that the Lessee has the right to assign, but t he right to sublease is not as clear. 7 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 P AGE EIGHT Mr. Myers spoke to Council regarding the repairs and maintenance done at the site, and noted that he has kept all the records ✓ equired by the City. Mr. Myers stated that he felt that Gold N ugget Seafoods was a good business and would comply with the Master Lease. Howard Gaines questioned whether Mr. Myers owned any back rental t o the city. Mr. Baxter stated that he did not. Mr. Gaines felt that a report regarding the maintenance and condition of the site should be reviewed by Council, and that the proposed sublease document should be reviewed for conflicting t erms. Mr. LeSage stated that the Sublease Agreement is between the L essee and Sublessee, and the Master Lease overrides this agreement. There was additional discussion by Council regarding maintenance inspections, verification of records, background financial ✓ eport, and back rent owed by previous sublessees. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved to adopt and approve the Consent to Sublease Agreement and Sublease as amended by the City Attorney. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Lemons. Councilmember Risley felt that questions concerning the background financial report and payment of audit bill should be ✓ esolved prior to approval. Mayor Shelton suggested that subsequent lease changes include information on sublessee's financial background. Mr. Baxter stated that Council could approve the sublease subject ✓ o satisfactory inspection by the Building Inspector, a review of ✓ ecords by the Finance Department and payment of the audit bill. Council discussed additional conditions for this approval. Councilmember Zeuschner stated that he would like to amend his motion to read: 8 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 PAGE NINE Councilmember Zeuschner moved that Council approve the Consent to Sublease Agreement and Sublease subject to t echnical modifications as listed by the City Attorney, Exhibit "A", and verification of building maintenance and improvements by Building Inspector. The motion as amended was seconded by Councilmember Lemons and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: N OES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Zeuschner, Lemons, Shelton Risley None Anderson C-2 RESOLUTION ADOPTING NOTE AND GRANT ANTICIPATION LOAN FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WWTP Mr. Baxter stated that the Resolution as submitted to Council will initiate the City's efforts to secure a grant anticipation loan for the construction of the Wastewater Treatement Plant. Mr. Baxter explained that this same process was used during the construction of the ocean outfall last year. Mr. Baxter recommended approval of the Resolution, and noted that when the bonds have been sold, Council will have final approval. MOTION: Councilmember Lemons moved that the Council adopt the Resolution as submitted providing for a note and grant anticipation loan for the construction of the WWTP. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Zeuschner and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Lemons, Zeuschner, Anderson, Risley, Shelton N OES: None ABSENT: None C-3 REQUEST FROM H. BIAGGINI TO USE 150' OF CITY PROPERTY ALONG EMBARCADERO ST. NORTH OF TIDELANDS PARK FOR STORAGE, TEMPORARY OFFICE SITE, DURING MOTEL CONSTRUCTION Mr. Baxter requested that this matter be continued to November 14, to allow staff to discuss terms and conditions of the proposed use with Mr. Biaggini. Councilmember Risley felt that this matter should be referred to the Harbor Commission. 9 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 PAGE TEN Mr. Baxter noted that if this were done, the Parks and Recreation Commission should also be requested to review the matter. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that Council continue the matter to November 14, and refer it to the Harbor and Parks and Recreation Commission for their review. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Risley and carried unanimously. (5-0) Mr. Crump suggested that a temporary use permit be sought. C-4 REPORT OF WATER RECOVERY STATUS Mr. Nichols reported on the status of the Water Recovery Program, and noted that under the terms of the Coastal Permit, the City is in a position to be "zeroed out" in terms of water equivalencies, by December of 1984. Mr. Nichols reivewed the current water line replacement program, and noted that since 1978, approximately 8 miles had been replaced. Mr. Nichols suggested three alternative actions to Council: 1) increase the amount of money being spent for water replacement; 2) continue at the current rate with no changes; or 3) slow down the number of permits issued until at such time as additional revenue is available, or other means of replacing pipe is available. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that the Council receive the report and refer it to the Water Advisory Board for their review. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Risley. Mr. Baxter stated that if Council wishes to take any action, it should be done at this meeting, as the Planning Comnmission issues water equivalencies quarterly, and Council will be scheduled to adopt an annual water allocation program in early December. Councilmember Risley stated that it was difficult to act without additional information, including a report on water hook-up fees. Council discussed the alternatives measures available. Councilmember Lemons stated that he was aware of a new program being development in the State for grants for leak detection programs, and suggested that staff be directed to apply for such a grant when available, and to prepare a report regarding the cost and availablility of leak detection equipment. 10 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MELTING - OCTOBER 24, 983 PAGE ELEVEN Councilmember Zeuschner amended his motion to include the directive to staff as stated by Councilmember Lemons, and Councilmember Risley amended his second. Council voted on the amended motion: AYES: Zeuschner, Risley, Anderson, Lemons, Shelton NOES: None ABSENT: None C-5 CORRESPONDENCE FROM MR. AND MRS. PASCHALL REQUESTING REGULATION OF TV SATELLITE DISHES Mr. Baxter reported that correspondence had been received from Mr. and Mrs. Paschall and signed by several of their neighbors, requesting that Council develop regulations for contol of TV satellite dishes. Mr. Baxter stated that the dish in question had been installed without a permit, and a stop work order had been issued, however, he noted that there were no regulations to prohibit dishes. Mr. Crump stated that the Planning Commission had been considering this problem and concurred that some form of control is needed. Mr. Crump stated that currently, these satellite dishes are treated as asscessory buildings, and are regulated regarding location and required screening. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that a letter of response be sent to the Paschall's explaining the current ✓ egulations as well as the Planning Commissions consideration of the matter. The motion died for lack of second. Councilmember Risley felt that the TV Board should review this issue and provide input regarding regulation of these dishes. Councilmember Risley felt that the City should not prohibit them. Councilmember Lemons agreed, and compared the dishes to radio antennas. MOTION: Councilmember Risley moved that a copy of the letter be ✓ eferred to the Planning Commission and the TV Advisory Board with a response letter sent to the Paschall's advising them of the status of this matter. The motion w as seconded by Councilmember Zeuschner and carried u nanimously. (5-0) 11 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 P AGE TWELVE C-6 RECOMMENDATION FROM COMMUNITY PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE RE: INITIAL EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS Councilmember Anderson provided the Council with a brief report of the Committee's meetings and recommendations. Councilmember Anderson noted that the Committee had recognized three primary areas of importance: 1) off-season, out -of -area promotions; 2) t he desire to increase the number of visitors of the type currently visiting Morro Bay; and 3) concentrating promotional activities in suburban areas such as the Fresno area. Councilmember Anderson stated that the Committee is recommending t hat an initial expenditure of $8,000 be made as detailed in the ✓ eport. Councilmember Risley stated that he was pleased with the report, and wondered who would be doing the work as suggested. Mr. Baxter stated that several committee members would be o rganizing and developing the advertising layouts, and most work w ill be volunteer. City staff will do contact work. MOTION: Councilmember Risley moved Committee recommendation expenditure of The motion was that Council approve the submitted and allocate the up to $8,000 as detailed in the report. seconded by Councilmember Lemons. as Councilmember Zeuschner suggested the use of the City's logo on advertising. Councilmember Lemons stated that there will be a conference S acramento regrading tourism, and suggested that money allocated for attendence at this conference should committee member or staff member desire to attend. in be a Councilmember Risley stated that he would amend his motion to include this allocation. Councilmember Lemons amended his second. Council voted on the motion was amended: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Risley, Lemons, Anderson, Zeuschner, Shelton N one N one 12 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEEPING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 PAGE THIRTEEN Councilmember Lemons also informed Council that in connection with the U.S. Olympics, there will be a cross country run using municipalities as sponsors for individual runners. Councilmember Lemons noted that there will be extensive promotion for this event, with possible television coverage, and most if not all of the money can be use for charitable purposes with the community. Councilmember Lemons suggested that staff investigate this event. D. CONSENT CALENDAR D-1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF 10/10 REGULAR MEETING Mr. Baxter recommended that Council approve the minutes as submitted. D-2 APPROVAL OF TV FRANCHISE AND SERVICES BOARD BY-LAWS Mr. Baxter recommended that Council ratify the By -Laws as submitted. D-3 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MONTHLY REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER, 1983 Mr. Baxter recommended that Council receive the report for file. D-4 REQUEST TO LOAN PHOTO PROCESSING EQUIPMENT TO THE COUNTY OF SLO Mr. Baxter recommended that Council approve of the loan of surplus photo equipment and also to declare fire arms surplus to City use. D-5 REFUSE VARIANCE REQUESTS FROM MARIA CATLETT, 440 ISLAND AND SELMA LEWIS, 949 PACIFIC Mr. Baxter recommended that Council ratify the variances as submitted. D-6 REQUEST FOR STOP SIGN INSTALLATION ON MORRO AVENUE AT HARBOR STREET Mr. Baxter recommended that Council authorize placement of a stop sign at the northbound and southbound corners facing Morro Ave. at Harbor Ave. 13 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 PAGE FOURTEEN D-7 PROCLAMATION OF CALIFORNIA SAFE SCHOOLS WEEK, OCT. 24-28, 1983 Mr. Baxter recommended that Council approve the Proclamation as submitted. D-8 AWARD OF BID FOR CHLORINATOR AND PUMP Mr. Baxter recommended that Council award the bid to California Environmental Control, Inc., in the amount of $18,975. D-9 APPROVAL TO INCLUDE MESSAGE FROM MORRO BAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY ON WATER BILLS Mr. Baxter recommended that Council authorize the utilization such space by Friends of the Library for a six month period. of D-10 CITY OF MORRO BAY EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER, 1983 Mr. Baxter recommended that Council approve the report as submitted. D-11 RESOSLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR JERRY MENDEZ, HARBOR PATROL OFFICER Mr. Baxter recommended that Council approve the Resolution as submitted. D-12 WATER LINE EXTENSION AGREEMENT Mr. Baxter stated that an agreement has been drawn up between the City and Hayward Lumber to install a water line from Highway 1 and 41 to the building site. Mr. Baxter recommended that Council approve this agreement as submitted. Council MOTION: requested that D-4, D-6, and D-8 be pulled. Councilmember Risley moved that the Consent Calendar be adopted (except D-4, D-6, D-8) as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Zeuschner and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Risley, Zeuschner, Anderson, Lemons, Shelton NOES: None ABSENT: None 14 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 PAGE FIFTEEN D-4 Request to Loan Photo Processing Equipment to County of SLO Councilmember Anderson questioned the reasons for declaring certain weapons as surplus. Chief Howell stated that the weapons did not conform to the other weapons used in the Department and they were being used as trades for other standard weapons. D-6 Request for Stop Sign Installation Councilmember Lemons requested clarification regarding the location of the sign. Mr. Baxter stated that the signs would be placed on Morro at the Harbor Street intersection. D-8 Award of Bid for Chlorinator and Pump Councilmember Lemons was concerned about rejecting the low bid and asked if there was sufficient cause to show unresponsiveness. Mr. Nichols stated that the low bidder could not meet the date deadline whereas the second low bidder could. Mr. LeSage stated that this would qualify the low bidder as unresponsive. The Council made findings that the low bidder for the Cholornator and Pump was unresponsive based on the request for proposals delivery date of November 4. MOTION: Councilmember Zeuschner moved that Council adopt items D-4, D-6, and D-8 as submitted, with the Findings of Fact as indicated - that the low bid was unresponsive and did not meet the requested delivery date of 11/4/83, and that this matter is of great urgency to t he City because currently chlorination is occuring by h and. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Risley and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Zeuschner, Risley, Anderson, Lemons, Shelton N OES: None ABSENT: None 15 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 PAGE SIXTEEN E. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND/OR ACTION E-1 CITY COUNCIL Councilmember Zeuschner reported on his program at the League of California Cities Annual meeting regarding small cities and tourism. Councilmember Anderson reported on the North Coast Transit Board meeting recommendation to discontinue Saturclay service on North Coast System. Councilmember Anderson inquired about "estimating" of water bills, and how common this practice was. Mr. Baxter stated that in the case in question, the bill was estimated because it was not possible to take a meter reading. Mr. Baxter stated that it was not a common practice. Councilmember Lemons informed Council that he was aware of one area in town where the property owners had placed curb, gutter and sidewalks along a certain portion of the block, except for one property owner. Councilmember Lemons requested that staff investigate the procedure for establishing an assessment district in accordance with Chapter 27. MOTION: Councilmember Lemons moved that the Director of Public Works issue the property owners a notice to do work in acordance with Chapter 27 procedures. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Anderson and carried unanimously. (5-0) Mayor Shelton inquired about the possibility of hiring interim public works employees to fill in until positions are filled on a permanent basis. Mr. Baxter stated that Mike Wolski, Assistanc Civil Engineer, has submitted his resignation, but noted that it would be difficult to fill certain positions in the Department on an interim basis due to their technical nature. Councilmember Risley reported on the Area Agency on Aging meeting, and noted that additional funds might be allocated for Dial -A -Ride. E-2 CITY ATTORNEY None. 16 MORRO BAY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MECPING - OCTOBER 24, 1983 PAGE SEVENTEEN E-3 CITY ADMINISTRATOR None. MOTION: Mayor Shelton moved that the meeting be adjourned. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Zeuschner and carried unanimously. (5-0) The meeting was adjourned at 12:18 a.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, uthamaAts, PEGGHANAN DEPUTY CITY CLERK 17