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November 5, 1941 Minutes • Oral Petitions Communications N Applications & Petitions : Close alley-Romo,-bet. Orange & 5th/fm E.Central Ordinances : Introduced; Passed Reports : a Hearing-- Southern California Gas Co. , franchise Southern Pacific RR Co.--franchise Bids--Recreation bldgs. East Lugonia Avenue Improvement, 4% gas tax. , etc. Stunt Avenue extension, east--Rees, Clapp Limestone Company--Mill Creek, Peterson-Clapp-Engineer Weger property? Attorney Miscellaneous : Title to Mill Creek Ranches-So. Cal. Edison Co. ($10 back on each) Stops-Sunset ; 4th, 5th, 6th at E. Citrus Ave. ) Parallel parking, West Olive at Michigan ) Safety Committee Parking regulations, 4th St. Bills and Salaries Next Regular Meeting November 19, 1941 • Sale No Redlands, California, , 19 ASSESSED TO Name of Purchaser, CITY OF REDLANDS. Amount Paid, $ DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: .. Redemption No .Amt. Paid, $ A Redeemed this day of 19 By City Clerk By D. C. 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DAYS 2B Mg' .IP DEATH HAS DUE TO EXTERNAL CAUSES(VIOLENCE)FILL IN THE FOLLOWING: 1 .IN CALIFORNIA'— TRS. NOS. DAYS ACCIDENT.SUICIDE DATE OF, !PF �,5 0.' ORNONICIDE! INWEBB, W 'RWgS O O.IN U.9.,IP OP FOREIGN BIAT .....—YRS. x06 INJURED CRR OR TOWN OF 16.INFORMANT 4BIANATUREI AT COUNTY AND STATE OF It, P IND INJURY OCCUR I FLACE �-— --- ` ADOR MANNER OF PUBLIC PLACEi �� I "• T9.BURIAL,CREMATIO na*a .t:' gisioil , .,iamb MANNER Op PEAU - AT . . -Lt ., EA ?O' 44 •_._._._ $.- .� ... . - A$ ::la elRanaRJlHAnwv Rw.ATFD d a<'S. IALYR�r' '"H`" r ' n • 1 • I PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS i' year term 3 TERM EXPIRES , R:D.St-itr. 12=61-45 . Jackson Rigby' 12-31-46 C. L. Brewster 12-31-46 I. Ford 12-31-44- 11_` A. Harvey Coliinsi 12-31-43 - q D. S. C. Anderson . 12-31-43 - /C Ex-Officio Members : Mayor, Attorney, Engineer • • LIBRARY BOARD 3 year term Bruce W. Mc Daneil 12-31-43 . J. J. Prendergast 12-31-43 Lyman M. King 12-31-44 Chas. H. Clock 12-31-44 , Dr. M. J. Sweeney 12-31-45 BOARD OF HEALTH v W. R. Quinn, M. D. - Chairman L. B. Hilliard, D. D. S. F. H. Folkins, M. D. , Secretary Geo. S. Hinckley, City Engineer • Maurice Clapp, Councilman • • HOLIDAY OF CITY EMPLOYEES Fourth of July Labor Day Thanksgiving Armistice Christmas New Year Memorial Washington's Birthday An "employee" under this 'order being anyone receiving a monthly salary or wage from the City, except an elective official. Adopted Nov. 2, 1938 (See Vol. 15 for other data) • • i — hi- . 41 - --- --- J I . SEGREGATION OF ASSESSED VALUES Redlands City and Annex 1941 Acres Assessed Value 24% Citrus land and Trees 6,723 $ 2,938,200.00 15% Business Property 1,748,980.00 . Residence Property 48% Buildings -- No. 4842 $ 5,808,420.00 .08% land 923,310.00 • .05% Personal Property 628,140.00 $ 12,047,050.00 I 15% Exemptions 1,778,720.00 $ 10,268,270.00 No. of assessments --- 3904 1 i Fy1�, O •1 • III I'll A. Redlands, California May 15, 1940 Two O'clock, P. M. IAe rular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, the City Clerk, Attorney and Engineer. Absent: City Treasurer. I The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved, after the Sanitary Department was added to Councilman Krumm' s list of Committee assignments The Mayor announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. Mr. John Floyd presented verbal request of Junior and Senior students for loan of the City' s electric wire fixtures for use at the High School gymnasium decorations for close of school activities. After due consideration, the request was granted under supervision of Street Commissioner Rees. BIDS This being the time set for the gpening of bids for certain mill work, 1 door frames, etc. , and for ceiling beams, etc. , for the new City Hall, the following. 1 proposals were submitted: 111 (Mill work, door frames, etc.) Fletcher Planing Mill, Redlands--the proposal as submitted at the last regular meeting, May 8, 1940, less certain deductions as set j, out in proposals submitted at this time. The proposal of said Fletcher Planing Mill, being considered reasonable, award was made accordingly, by unanimous vote of the Board. (Ceiling Beams, etc.) Soule' Steel Company., Los Angeles The proposal of said Company being reasonable award was made accordingly, by unanimous vote of the Board. (Tile - award) Engineer Hinckley reported for the Committee to whom the proposals were referred at the last meeting, that L. E. Blinkhern Tile & Marble Company_ was determined I as the lowest bid. It was further determined that the Committee consisting of Councilmen Krumm and Peterson and Engineer Hinckley, meet with the Mayor at 10:00 o 'clock, A. M. , May 17,_ 1940, to select color, etc. of tile to be used. APPLICATIONS I' The following applications for employment were presented and ordered filed: AT MUNICIPAL PLUNGE: Eula Avila Cashier Cecil A. Cushman, Jr. Guard Bob Brown Locker Boy Howard C. Avey, Jr. Locker Boy POLICE FORCE: K. B. Marquiss Leonard Mitchell CEMETERY DEPARTMENT: W. A. Adams (Keep Pigs) The application of Lee Trujillo, for permission to keep two pigs at j I 1220 Herald Street, was presented and denied, upon recommendation of the Secretary of the Board of Health after inspection by Sanitary Inspector Scott. I' _BANNER The verbal application of L. A. Winder for permission to hang a banner 'I across the Street at his place of business at 519 Orange Street, was denied by unanimous vote of the Board. ' REPORTS Reports of the City Clerk for Quarter ending March 31, 1940, City Treasurer and Board of Health for month of April, 1940, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on May 14, 1940, was presented and ordered filed: The petition of Helen Ealy to establish an agency for ! electrical appliances and new and second hand furniture at 1143 Orange Street was considered, and it was decided to recommend that the petition be denied, such a plan being detrimental to the neighborhood and to one of the entrances to this City. The petition of Mrs. Lucile Gallup to remove the mulberry tree in the parking at 343 Grant Street was considered and it was recommended that she be permitted to do so. The petition of Helen Ealy for place of business at 1143 Orange Street was referred Iback to the Commission for further consideration and action, and it was suggested to ! Mr. Ealy that he attend the next Planning Commission meeting and explain his plans relative to same. The recommendation of the Commission relative to the petition of 9 Mrs. Lucile Gallup for removal of Mulberry tree in front of 343 Grant Street, was II approved. 1 COMMUNICATIONS i The following communications were presented and ordered filed: i From Department of Public Health, Sacramento, copy of letter to Dolly r Varden Angling Club; I From California Sewage Works Association, Los Angeles, advising of the 1 li meeting to be held at Catalina, May 20 and 21, 1940; l ! From Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference, Los Angeles, re 1940 Edition of the Uniform Building Code. The purchase of two copies was authorized. —PLUNGE Park Commissioner Clapp recommended painting of the Sylvan Park plunge etc. ,not exceeding $200.00 walls and floor,/and it was so ordered, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, duly 11 seconded and adopted. He announced he would file his list of recommendations for personnel at the plunge, next meeting. -31 PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE The Clerk was authorized and directed to secure Public Liability Insur- ance coverage for Oriental Avenue swimming__pool, with the carrier of the Sylvan Park plunge insurance. ORDINANCES Proposed Ordinance No. 816, Relative to Licensing and use of Bicycles, introduced at the meeting held on May 8, 1940, was continued for further consideration. , r EA$T__LITGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY Matters pertaining to City and East Lugonia Mutual Water Company matters! were briefly considered and the Council determined to meet in executive session at 2:00 o&clock, P. M. , May 22, 1940, for further consideration. JACKSON-BRIGHT PROPERTIES The City Attorney again presented an agreement as to use by Wm Reece, of� the Jackson-Bright properties in Mill Creek, and after consideration it was determined by the Council to personally inspect the properties and existing conditions at the close of this session, and defer action on the proposed agreement until the next meeting. WATER (Igo Agreement-Settlement) The controversy_ over settlement of the Rhea Igo agreement, relative to Mill Creek water, was again considered at some length, after which a motion by Council- man Peterson, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that this Board confer with the Crafton Water Company and Mr. Cole, the other parties to the Igo agreement, was duly adopted, with Councilman Krumm voting "No". MEMORIAL DAY Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, war veterans were tendered the use of the bowl, with the City bearing expenses of the programs and public address system, for Memorial Day exercises. JUNK SALE Engineer Hinckley presented statement of sale of certain junk in January, 1940, to the Gate. City Wrecking Company of Ontario, California, at a sum of $77.28, of which $50.00 has been paid. Collection of the balance due was referred Hto the City Attorney. H BUSINESS LICENSE The Clerk presented a claim of Ray Ressell, Riverside, for /25.00 refund' of part of a six month business license fee, paid in advance but used less than a month. After due consideration, and upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by ('Councilman Clapp, the claim was allowed and the Clerk was authorized and directed to issue a warrant for refund accordingly, payable out of the General Fund. In the matter of Shell Oil Company--Greene business license delinquency, INW cor State and Highway 99, it was determined to accept the license fee due by Mr. Greene without penalty, same having been tendered at the time he took over the ii station, the delinquency at said time having been created by a former operator. Upon'III ISI r4 motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, duly adopted, the License ! Collector was authorized and directed to accept the sum due by Mr. Greene, without penalty-, and to turn the prior delinquency over to the City Attorney for action. PROCLAMATION Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, the week of June 1-7, 1940, was endorsed as "Moral Re-Armament" week, and the Mayor was !' I authorized and directed to issue a proclamation accordingly. The action of the Mayor in the issuance of a proclamation approving Red Cross solicitation for funds for War ' Relief was duly ratified. it RECREATION HALL Councilman Clapp reported removal of Recreation Hall from 1202 East State Street to 81 East State Street, occasioned by the recent fire at the former location, and submitted a lease of the latter place for a monthly rental of J25.00, ' I plus approximately $60.00 a year for Public Liability Insurance. The matter was ;! discussed at some length, after which a motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, that the Mayor execute said lease for and on behalf of the City, lj after apnroval of the building for such use y the Building Inspector and W. P. A. itEngineers, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Clapp, Rees and Mayor or Gunter Noes: Councilmen Krumm and Peterson I Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commiss- ioner. No further business demanding attention, the meeting was adjourned to 2:00 o'clock, P. M., May 22, 1940. Attest: � li ear , ' a7:1:1 City`LTerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 1 I II II l - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - li I Redlands, California May 22, 1940 2 O'clock, P. M. 1 An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, 1 California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 Northl Fifth Street. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor (Punter, City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved, after ', , correction requested by Councilman Clapp, for addition of "etc., not to exceed the sum of $200.00", to the second line under title "plunge", Page 2, immediately -!;r41 — . . following the word "floor". __VERBAL Dan McEwen and G. Calder Bennett, of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Board in a plea for better Street lighting by use of larger bulbs, on Orange and Cajon Streets, from Olive Avenue to Colton Avenue, stating that the additional cost would not exceed $68.98 per month. Councilman Krumm suggested including East and West State Streets, first block off Orange Street. After discussion, it was suggested that the Engineer and Street Commissioner confer with McEwen and Committee on the matter and submit their recommendation to this Board. REPORTS The following report of the Planning Commission meeting_ held on May 21, 1940, was presented and ordered filed: Mr. Ralph Rohrer requested permission to erect a dwelling with a two foot six inch sideline set back for the width of the chimney, at No. 11 South Buena Vista. It was moved, seconded and carried to recommend this permission be _granted. The petition of Helen Ealy to establish a place of business at 1143 Orange Street was reconsidered and denied. The petition of Leroy P. Hanson to remove a pepper tree on the East line of Texas Street was considered and recommend- ation made to grant the same. A motion was also passed recommending that the City Council acquire a site and prepare plans for a new fire hall. The recommendations of the Commission relative to applications of Mr. Rohrer and Mrs. Ealy were unanimously approved, and the recommendation relative to application of Mr. Hanson was held in abeyance, pending personal inspection by members of the City ,', Council. DELINQUENT TAXES Petition No. 4244, Redlands School District, for cancellation of certain old tax sales standing on City records against property now owned by the School District filed May 1, 1940, was again considered. Upon recommendation of the Attorney and Clerk, the sale for 1911 tax against Lot 33, Map of University Tract, amounting to 110.73 was ordered cancelled, the school having acquired title in 1910. The sale for 1925 taxes against Lots 31 and 32, Block A, Bennett's Sub. , amounting to =22, was held valid and the cancellation petition for this property was denied, the school having acquired title to same in 1926 . PETITION - Driveway Petition No. 4245, Gail Gowland, for permission to make a 30 foot driveway on each lot--Lots 7 and 8, Block 15, Town Plat--SE cor. Seventh and Central, Iwas presented and ordered filed. The request was granted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, under supervision of the City Engineer. CEMETERY The question of poolicy__ relative to reserved burial space in the Veterans ' free burial plat in Hillside Cemetery, was considered by Cemetery Commiss- ioner and Council, and action deferred for further consideration. rs BUSINESS LICENVSES Earl H. Bodges, 1327 Sylvan Blvd., addressed the Council in a plea for relief from penalties and for correction in fees charged to him by the License Collector, for roofing contractor. Referred to the License Committee--consisting of ! the Mayor, Attorney and License Collector for consideration and recommendation to this Board. NEW CITY HALL Matters pertaining to Mill work, door frames, etc. , award for which Ili was made at the meeting on May 15, 1940, to Fletcher Planing Mill, was considered by , Council members with Architect Allen and Mr. Fletcher as to kind of material to be used. Mr. Fletcher filed written proposal, clarifying his former accepted bid. After ' discussion, pro and con, a motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, ! ii that the matter be referred to the Mayor and Councilmen Peterson and Rees, with power to act, with a proviso that "no birch wood!' is to be used, was unanimously adopted. It was determined by the Committee, Architect Allen and Mr. Fletcher to meet Friday P. M. , to work out details. it Upon inquiry of the City Engineer, it was determined to finish the Auditorium with such panels and boards as necessary for art displays, etc. No further business demanding attention, the Council Chamber was cleared and the Council was immediately assembled by the Mayor in executive session for consideration of matters pertaining to East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, and after II ! due consideration in which the City Attorney advised that a former tentative proposal to the Bondholders Committee to purchase the East Lugonia system for the sum of $55,000.00; $8,000.00 of which is to be cash, the remaining $47,000.00 to be paid over a period of 10 years, at 3% interest; plus approximately $350.00 a year cost 1 for escrow fees, etc. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that said proposal again be made to the Bondholders, was adopted by the unanimous vote of the Board, and a proposal to convey to the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company stockholders, Lot 1, Block 61, Mentone, known as Well #5, was unani- mously approved, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. The City Attorney was authorized and directed to so advise by letter the said Bondholders Committee and the Directors of the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, of the li respective proposals. The proposal to the Directors of the Company is good only to July 1, 1940, and both proposals are subject to completion of the whole deal. No futther business demanding attention, on motion the meeting_ adjourned. Attest: City erk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 0 0 0 0 0 0 EE11 L Redlands, California June 5, 1940 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street.; Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, the City Clerk, Attorney and Engineer. Absent: Treasurer Tripp, --reported as sick and Councilman Krumm was directed to secure flowers and to convey to Mr. Tripp the wishes of this Council that he soon be restored to his normal health. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of May 22, 1940, were read and approved. The Mayor announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. ;I FLAGS Upon suggestion of Secretary Johnson of the local Chamber of Commerce;! and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, the Clerk was authorized and directed to make written request of the Chamber to store at the Chamber (building, the flags recently purchased by the City for decorative purposes and to assume r responsibility for same until such time as the City has a place for such storage. PUBLICITY FUNDS Secretary Johnson of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council and filed a tentative plan for "Municipal Publicity", and requested an appropriation i u lot $3,000.00 for such purpose. After discussion, action was deferred for further I I consideration at budget making time. SOUTH AVENUE rl A. D. Smith, 19 South Avenue, Block 3, Smith's Sub. #2, addressed the Council and filed a written protest to condition of a pipe in the gutter under his driveway, and requested the City to remedy same. Referred to the Engineer, Street ' Commissioner and Councilman Peterson for investigation and recommendation to this I � Board. A. ' I Mr. McFerran, District Manager of N. Y. A., addressed the Board I relative to the N. Y. A. set-up after July 1, 1940. He advised that the women's ' projectoperating at the Y. W. C. A. at a cost to the City of $15.00 per month, would require $25.00 a month beginning July 1; the boys project would be on the same basis as now, except there would be a local supervisor. After due consideration, a motion Iby Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the City sponsor said set-up, ' and the Mayor execute the necessary_papers for same, was unanimously adopted. APPLICATIONS The following applications for employment with the City were presented and ordered filed: Ian W. Stephens for position of caretaker at the New City Hall L John H. Sanders for position at Hillside Cemetery II Waldo Suess for work as laborer in the Park Department SI_GN,S=BILL_BDARDS The applications to hang a Neon sign over the sidewalk for Dale Sliger ij. at 108 East State Street; and of Foster & Kleiser, Long Beach, to erect a billboard between Beacon ' 1 Street (Highway 99) and Central Avenue, on the 40 foot portion of the lot lying ; 90 feet west of Ninth Street, were duly granted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, same having been approved by the Building Inspector and Commissioner. REPORTS 1 A tabulation of 4t Gas Tax allocation for April, 1940, and for the _year ending June 30, 1940; Laboratory tests; City Judge and. Building Inspector, for May, 1940, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION Petition No. 4246, A. E. Sepulveda, to install a gas tank and operate' a station at SE cor. Herald Street and Brockton Avenue, heretofore submitted to the Planning Commission, was presented to the Board, and the recommendation of the Plan- I ning Commission that the petition be denied was duly approved by the unanimous vote ' of the Board. II LIQUOR The Clerk presented notice of hearing by State Board of Equalization on the Schott application for transfer of license from 100 Orange Street to 20 West Citrus Avenue, to be held at 10 o'clock, A. M., June 6, 1940, at the City Hall. The notice was ordered filed. INSURANCE - Public Liability The Clerk presented "special endorsement" to be attached to the Insurance Policy-# GL 14013, United Pacific Insurance Comp y, coverage on the swim- I ming_pools, with an additional premium of $200.00, which was approved and ordered filled, together with a proposal submitted by Russell Mort, local agent, denied. i The Clerk also presented Public Liability Insurance policy #208987, `•I Glenn Falls Indemnity Company, coverage for Recreation Hall #1 at 10-12 East State i11 Street, upstairs, with a premium of $87.50 for one year. The policy was accepted and the Clerk was directed to contact Mr. Mort, the local agent, relative to coverage'� i1 saving on a three year basis, and report back to this Board. 11 _ANNUAL AUDIT Communications from Faulkner, Oakes & Faulkner and Harry E. Bonnell j ,I &-_Associates, Los Angeles, requesting an opportunity to submit proposals for the annual audit, were presented and ordered filed. COMMUN.ICATION-S The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From Estate of Lura A. Hubbard, offering for sale to the City, a r 9 1 vault door; From- B. W. Shaper, Principal of the High School, listing certain _suggestions relative to annual Memorial Day exercises; From County Clerk Allison relative to Supervisor's action alto tentallll II (_payments on telephone wire to Sheriff's Radio, Statiorx. TRAEFIC A communication from Geo P. Cortner, Business Manager-University of Redlands, relative to stop signs at Fern and Citrus Avenues, and Central Avenue and University Street, was presented and ordered filed. _RESERVOIR STREET A communication from Superintendent of Schools, Branigan, relative to ! erection of barriers at the junction of Reservoir and Beacon Streets (Hghway 99) , wast presented and ordered filed. A plan for the improvement of Beacon Street from Roosevelt Road to State Street, under W. P. A. , approved by the State, was submitted by the Engineer. After due consideration, the plan was duly adopted, with Councilman) Peterson voting "No" . The Clerk was directed to advise Superintendent Branigan that no further action relating to the proposed barrier was contemplated, pending the said improvement. "DE ANZA DAYS" - Riverside A copy of a communication from Riverside Chamber of Commerce addressed to the Secretary of the local Chamber of Commerce, expressing appreciation for this City's participation in the "De Anza Days" celebration was presented and ordered filed. A resolution addressed "King John", Arabian horse, Kellogg Ranch, Pomona, California, suggested by Major Barcroft, this City, leader in Redlands participation in "De Anza Days" celebration at Riverside, May 13-18, 1940, was unani- 1 mously adopted, and a vote of sincere appreciation was accorded Major Barcroft for his successful efforts in this City's participation. NEW CITY HALL The Clerk presented a proposal submitted by the Harris Company, San Bernardino, for supplying the City with asphalt tile for the New City Hall Build- 'i ing, which was rejected and ordered filed. The Clerk also presented a clarifying_proposal covering a former accepted proposal of Fletcher Planing Mill at a net price of 164253.10, including sales tax, for certain specified work and materials for the City Hall building . Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the proposal was accepted and ordered filed. GH:HATION N0. 1 II The Clerk advised that the lease for Recreation Hall #1, upstairs at 10-12 East State Street, has been executed by the Mayor and the Lombard Trustees, after jfiling of "safety inspection report" of State representative of W. P. A. , and the securing of Public Liability Insurance coverage. Councilman Krumm protested the I i proposed expenditure and moved to discontinue the project. The motion was lost for lack of a second. r10 r 'i Councilman Krumm then questioned the legality of payment of 110.00 11 ii per month for mileage to Malcom Smith, W. P. A. director of recreation.- After discussion, the City Attorney was authorized and directed to submit the question to 1II i the legal department of the W. P. A. , and report back to this Board. CITY PRINTING ;, The Clerk was directed to secure sealed proposals for City printing j I 1 for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1940 . BUSINESS LICENSE IIP Councilman Petersen for the Committee to whom the controversial "! 1 license fee charge was referred, recommended and moved that Earl Hodges be refunded ji the sum of $20.00 if and when he pays to the Collector the sum of $60.00 for three I 1 six months period; , January 1, 1939 to June 30, 1940, seconded by Councilman Krumm, and declared duly adopted by the Mayor. Councilman Peterson explained that the refund 1 I, was for the penalty for 2nd and 3rd periods which occurred during the consideration of , the matter by the Committee. U. S. C. - Institute of Government 11 1'', No City official expressing a desire to attend the U. S. C. summer School of Government, no further action was taken. ;', J ELAG WEEK fi 1 Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the; II 1,1 0 week of June 8-14, 1940, was declared Flag Week, and the Mayor was authorized and 1directed to issue a proclamation accordingly. CLAIM - DAMAGES A claim of Mrs. Laura Dean Welker, 18 Eureka Street, through Attorney Hartzell, for damages to her clothing and for medical treatments resulting from a Ifall sustained while crossing Eureka Street, near her home, was presented and ordered 1 filed, and the City Attorney was authorized and directed to advise her Attorney that the City denies any and all liability in the matter. II DUMP - ORANGES 11 The Mayor announced that information has come to him of the sale of oranes by a caretaker at the City dump, and the City Clerk was directed to 1 communicate to Mr. Alchian, holder of the dump lease, that this Council expects him '1, II Ito see that oranges dumped at the City grounds are made unusable and that no sale be 1' made of same. _ WAT_ERJIOSE 1 Councilman Clapp advised of the need for 200 feet of lin hose at the ; 11 I _plunge, and c Councilman Rees advised of the theft of hose from the Cemetery and Ithe meed of replacement. Referred to the Purchasing Department with authority to ace. 1 ii _MOUS COURTS 1 1 Councilman Clapp announced the removal by unknown parties the pay 111-1 meters at Lugonia Tennis Courts and the need for replacement. Referred to the Engineer for investigation and report. TRAFFIC Councilman Clapp reported request of certain parties for a traffic stop at Alvarado Street and Fern Avenue. Referred to Safety Committee of the Chamber of Commerce. BUDGET, ETC. 1 The Clerk placed in the hands of Council members, data and estimates for consideration in the making of next years budget, and a copy was ordered filed. III Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance ' Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to 2:00 O 'clock, P. M. , Wednesday, June 12, 1942. Attest: r4,41 . C 77 /,K City Clerk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I Redlands, California June 12, 1940 Two O'clock, P. .M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. 1 The first matter considered was Sacramento Street Improvement underi Resolution No. 554. The Clerk reported that no protest to same had been filed, and ' the following Resolution was unanimously adopted; and Vile deed placed of record: nRESOLUTION ORDERING WORK TO BE DONE NO. 554" EAST— Os1TL MT TUAL WATER COMPANY The City Attorney advised the Council of the desire of stockholders r i of the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company for a conference with members or Committee of the City Council, and June 26, 1940, at 2 o'clock, P. M. , was tentatively fixed as; the time, subject to change by the Mayor. ;II COMMJT ITY MUSIC [I Fred Arth, Harold Putnam, Rev. Chester Green and Harold Harris, addressed the Board in a plea for an increased appropriation to the Community Music Association for the current season. They were assured by the Mayor and Council Pr-- 12 members that their plea would receive sincere consideration in the preparation of the', budget for next fiscal year. SOUTH AVENUE I, 111 A. D. Smith, 19 South Avenue, sought information as to his complaint filed at the last meeting, relative to condition of dip-gutter at his driveway, and again urged the replacement of the pipe which was removed by the City in its Street ' Improvement program. The Engineer and Committee expressed the opinion that when proposed ! improvements are completed the conditions will be materially betier_ed, and no further!! 111 Taction was taken. SWIMMING POOL Councilman Clapp recommended and moved the following_personnel for the Municipal plunge at Sylvan Park for the current season; I � Orville Sherrard Manager Dan O 'Leary and Cecil Cushman, Jr. Guards ii Howard Avey_, Jr. and Bobby Brown Locker Boys • Ruth Smiley Locker Girl Ars . Ida M. Hubbard Cashier Il and the concession to Mrs. Bernice Shirley, 344 Grant Street, for $75.00 for the ! season. The recommendations of the Commissioner were unanimously approved. Councilman Clapp advised of the completion of the Oriental Avenue pool and of the proposed dedication on Saturday, June 15, with W. P. A. representatives in charge. He stated that the pool is to be operated under W. P. A. set-up. CEMETERY Councilman Rees announced the need for one additional man for the I� II Cemetery Department, replacing Mr. Spoelstra recently. retired. After due consideration, and upon motion_of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, one additional man!, was authorized for regular employment in the Cemetery Department, with a suggestion !' of Council members that young men be given preference. II RECREATION Councilman Krumm again moved the discontinuance of Recreation Hall #1, in the interest of economy, and that the saving be applied to better payment of lower bracket employees. The motion was declared lost for lack of a second. FIRE HOSE The Fire Commissioner was authorized to purchase 300 feet each of 12i inch and ]j inch hose at 62t and .4.. respectively per foot, upon motion of ' Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. FLOAT - Beaumont The Mayor sought the attitude of the Council relative to placing of a float in the parade at the Annual Cherry Festival at Beaumont on June 14-16 , 1940. E Council members expressed their opinion that this is purely a Chamber of Commerce 111 function and no further action was taken. Councilman Rees extended a hearty welcome to Council members and : officials to attend the Flag Day exercises at B. P. 0. E. Hall this evening, and that Judge Warmer of the Superior Court Bench will be the speaker. 1;1 DELINQUENT TAX The Clerk presented a communication from A. Z. Holt, 1107 Sixth Street, seeking a reduction from approximately $80.00 delinquent City Tax against Lots 42 and 43, Gerber Tract, to $40.00. After consideration, a motion by Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, that the request be denied, was unanimously adopted and ordered filed. TRANSFERS Upon /recommendation of the Clerk and motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to transfer the sum of X2,125.59 from the New City Hall Building Fund to the General City Fund (Misc.) for re-imbursement for expenditures from January 1 to May 31, 1940, per schedule filed. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned, and proceeded to meet in executive session. Attest; . , iz..r-,& /, S City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 0 0 0 0 0 0 Ii Redlands, California June 19, 1940 Two O 'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Engineer Hinckley and Attorney Wilson. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of June 12, 1940, were read ', and approved. The Mayor announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. Secretary Johnson and W. 0. Mulligan of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Board relative to former request for $34000..00 appropriation for publicity and suggested that in view of the Council efforts to keep taxes down, a $2,000.00 approp- „ riation for publicity to be administered by the Chamber, with a member tf the Council on the Committee, would enable it to carry out a very fine publicity program. Allen Wheaton ged most careful consideration of budget matters in an effort to make the tax burden light as possible, stating that increased County taxes was a certainty. The Mayor assured all parties that due consideration would be given their requests and suggestions in the preparation of the budget. L. Ikerman of the Chamber of Commerce Committee urged the extension of r14 East Stuart Avenue to Church Street. The matter was discussed at some length and action deferred for further consideration. REST HOME Mrs. Della M. Feicks, 1122 West Palm Avenue, addressed the Board relative to her application for permission to operate a rest home at her home, 1122 West Palm Avenue, heretofore presented to the Planning Commission. The Clerk read the recommendation of the Planning Commission, after which a motion by Councilman Krumm, i 1 ! seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the application be _granted, was duly adopted, ii subject to State regulations and approval by the Building Inspector. COMIONUAT,ION S The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From the local Chamber of Commerce relative to storage of City's decorative I Magni ags; , lature, From California Legis-/ a phamplet relating to establishing_public yards ) for collection of scrap iron, etc.; From Russell Mort, local agent, relative to Public Liability Insurance rates on Recreation Hall #1; From Chas H. Neyhart, Long Beach, humorous reference to recent "King JohAIt resolution of this Board. APPLICATIONS The following applications for employment with the City were presented and ordered filed: W. .A. Adams, 330 Nordina Street Phil Hanson, 112 E. Lugonia Avenue for work in Cemetery Department, Clyde Layton Dixon, 913 Columbia Street II Commissioner Rees advised Council members of selection of Phil Hanson as an employee in the Cemetery Department. Richard Alvarez for position of Life Guard at Oriental Avenue Swimming pool. The application of G. E. Mullen, local accountant, for auditing the City 1, books for the fiscal year endingJune 30, 1940, was presented and ordered filed. SL0.8=B LLLBO ABD8 H The applications of Foster & Kleiser, Long Beach, to erect a billboard at NW cor. Beacon (Highway #99) and Ninth Street; and Alibrights to hang a sign at 14 West State Street, having been approved by the Building Inspector and Commissioner, were duly granted, upon motion of Councilman jKrumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. ORDINANCE ill I Proposed Ordinance No. 816, Providing for Registration of Bicycles, ;i introduced May 8, 1940, the reading of which was waived by unanimous consent of Council members, was explained by the City Attorney and duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, : Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes: None 15 REPORTS Report .of Laboratory tests for the first part of dune, 1940, was present- ' I ed and ordered filed, also Treasurer' s report for May, 1940. PLANNING -COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on June 18. 1940, was presented and ordered filed: The Petition of John K. Hodgson to remove a Pepper tree at 1146 6th Street, was considered and a motion was duly passed recommending that the Petition be granted providing that an Oak tree was planted in place of said Pepper tree. The Petition of Clifford Deneau for permission to erect a building on rear of Lot at NW corner of Parkwood and Glenwood Drive, with a set back of four feet from Glenwood Drive, was considered and a motion was duly passed recommending that a set back of six feet be allowed the proposed building. The Petition of Mrs. Della M. Feicks for permission to I maintain a Rest Home for not more than nine persons at 1122 West Palm Avenue was considered and it was recommended that the petition be allowed providing the adjacent heigh- bors had no objection. The recommendations of the Commission were duly approved. LEASE - MILL CREEKfROYERTY A lease between the Crafton Water Company and Wm Reece, for certain properties in Mill Creek, in which the City has an undivided interest, generally known as the "Bright Ranch", was again presented and upon recommendation of Water Commiss- ioner Peterson, and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, was dui/ approved, and the Mayor and Clerk were authorized and directed to execute same for , and on behalf of the City.. W._._&. Upon request of the W. P. A. , and motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, Engineer Hinckley was authorized to sign W. P. A. Form No. 710 and all documents pertaining to sponsors contribution for Street projects, etc., and ICouncilman Clapp was authorized to flgn for the Professional and Educational project: LEASE - RENTAL The Clerk advised the Council of non-pment of lease rental due by the ;II ' Barton Protective Association for City property on Highway 99. Referred to the City Attorney for collection. BID This being the time set for ppening of bids for City_printing for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1940, the following proposals were submitted: Arthur Commercial Press $ 1,007.20 Beacon Printery 1,004.85 Citrograph Printing Company 1,015 .70 Hartwell Davis 1,009.45 After due consideration, a motion by Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Rees, that award be made to the lowest bidder for each of the 51 items, was duly adopted. �I DBMAND—CLAIM �I. Payment of a demand in the sum of $87.50, annual premium, for Public Liability Insurance on Recreation Hall `1, was authorized, with Councilman Krumm I I r6 voting "Non. 0fICE RENTALS The question of charge of office rental to Justice of Peace and Constable 1 in the Hall of Justice, was brought up, and determined that the monthly charge of 110.00 and J5.00, respectively, was reasonable and fair, merely covering a part of the cost for lights and fuel. I'I A motion to adjourn by Councilman Krumm at this time was lost. SAFETY COLITTEE ' it Councilman Clapp voiced a verbal complaint of members of the Chamber of Commerce Safety Committee, relative to lack of action of this Council upon suggestions 1 and recommendations of the Committee. The Clerk was directed to make check of the matter for next meeting., and assured Councilman Clapp that there was no intention to; ignore the work and recommendations of the Committee. TRANSFERS 11 Upon recommendation of the Clerk and motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, duly adopted, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to make transfers as follows: From �¢ Gas Tax (General Maintenance) and 11 (Construction) II � 4 Gas TaxI; to the General Fund (Street Department) the amounts of 12,347.80 and 22,350.65, respectively; From Property Owners Project Fund to the General Fund (Street Department) ' the sum of $820.71 From Street Improvement Fund to the General City Fund (Miscellaneous) the sum of 2350.50. _FIRE HAL_L_SITB_ H The Mayor addressed the Board relative to a proposal to sell the City_ 1 I certain property located on the west side of Eighth Street, between State and Beacon,; Streets (Highway 99) , for a fire hall at a price of C11 000.00 approximately ( g Y �, , 118 foot frontage on each State Street and the Highway, with 200 foot frontage on i 1 Eighth Street. After some discussion, it was agreed to give further consideration i II to the matter at a conference at 7 P. M., June 20, 1940, at the City Hall, Third and, State Streets. Bills and salaries were orderedas approved p by the Finance Commissl ioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned.' to 2 o'clock, P. M. , Wednesday, June 26, 1940. Attest: ee 4Citraerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 111 Redlands, California June 26, 1940 2 O 'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. RED SCALE Paul Jennings, Chairman, and members of the Redlands-Highlands pest control district, with W. B. Hadley, deputy County Horticultural Inspector, conferred , with the Council on pest control matters as related to the City and ged the City to assist to the extent of having infected trees and shrubs on City lots eradicated. A it question as to authority of the Council in such matters entered the discussion, but the Mayor and Council memb.erp assured the District representatives that the City Council will co-operate in the matter, with final action deferred for further consid- ( eration of ways and means to accomplish the desired results. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. ,_EAB.T� hl 0u1 ?MUTUAL WATER_CO142AN.Y� Allen Wheaton, J. J. Prendergast and Attorney Earl Finch, representing the stockholders of the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, conferred with Council members relative to matters pertaining to the Company, the City and the Bondholders. The City Attorney read a proposition that the City made to bond and stockholders relative to acquisition of the holdings of the Company. After consideration and discussion a request of the Committee that it be permitted to submit two alternate proposals, was agreed to by the City Council, same to be submitted on July 10, 194.0 at 2 o 'clock, P. M. , to which time this meeting is adjourned. SOUTH AVENUE Mr. A. D. Smith, 19 South Avenue, again read his protest to removal of pipe from the gutter under his driveway and requested that the pipe be replaced. After due consideration, a motion by Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that no pipes in gutters under private driveways be permitted in the future and that all pipes so placed at this time .be removed as speedily as possible, was unanimously adopted. FIRE HALL SITE The Mayor advised that the Committee is looking into several proposed sites for a new fire hall, but had no recommendation to make at this time, and the matter was continued. BUDGET , The Chamber was cleared at this time and Council members conferred on I' budget matters. Commissioner Clapp stated that his departments would operate on a ' slightly decreased appropriation; Commissioner Rees requested same as last year; Commissioner Peterson approximately same; Commissioner Krumm requested an increase of i �� r1S - - - - - - - - - - - -- -approximately $3,000.00 to cover salary adjustments, and Mayor Gunter requested a slight increase in the Fire Department appropriation. The Commissioners were requested to submit the data to the Clerk for compiling a tentative budget for action by this Board at the next regular meeting. 111 TRANSFER Upon recommendation of the Clerk and motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to transfer $7,000.00 from the Water Department Fund to the General City Fund. ' ANNUAL_AUDIT i Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, duly, 1, adopted, G. E. Mullen, this City, was authorized and directed to make the annual audit of City books as of June 30, 1940, at a fee of $125 .00. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest: Ci y Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California). - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California July 3, 194.0 2 O ' clock, P. M. A regular meeting_ of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, I held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilman Cepp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, 1i 'I' City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of- the adjourned regular meeting of June .26th, 1940, were read and approved. E. A. Bethurum, 1009 Clay Street, addressed the Board in a plea for City employment of most any kind, to enable him to pay his water bill, now delinquent. The Mayor suggested that he file written application for employment, and assured him it would receive proper consideration. II II _BU1LD_INShDEEARTMENT ii Gordon Donald, building contractor, addressed the Board in a request of the owners and lessees of the property at SE cor. Orange and State Streets, for perr. mission to place hose outlet system in the basement of the building rather than the I i Ij sprinkling system as required by the building code. The matter was considered at some length, developing that such practice was permitted in other southern California cities, the difference in cost of the two systems being quite heavy. Upon agreement; action was deferred to the next meeting, July 10, 1940. 11 L ' 19 - ----- - --- - - -- - - - --- -- - __ -- - - -- - -- - Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the i Application of H. Welty Kuhns, filed with the Planning. Commission, for permission to I build a residence at NE cor. of Center Street and Glenwood Drive, with a 15 foot set back on Glenwood Drive, was duly granted. ISI APPLI_CATI0NS The application of John Poelstra, 1007 Webster Street, for City employment in electrical work, was presented and ordered filed. II 1 LIQILOOB The Clerk presented notice from the State Board of Equalization, advising of the over-ruling_ of the protest of this Council by the granting of a beer license to A. J. Schott, for 20 West Citrus Avenue, which was ordered filed. —$EP'ORT.S I Reports for the month of June, 1940, by the Judge, Building Inspector, Board of Health, Laboratory tests; and for the year ending June 30, 1940, by the Judge and• Police Department, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION • The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on July 2, 1940, was presented and ordered filed: Petitions for removal of certain trees and for building permits were considered during an inspection tour duly made by those present. The petition of the Beautification Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, submitted by W. A. Hartman, chairman, requested the removal of certain dead and dying trees located as follows: 1 Monter Cypress at West end of South Avenue, 1 Monterey Cypress and 1 Acacia at the South-east corner of Pacific and Cedar Avenue, 4 Monterey Cypresses on Alessandro Road opposite Hillside Cemetery and 1 Pepper at South Buena Vista and Glenwood Drive, and it was duly moved, seconded and passed that a re- commendation be made to grant this petition. . The petition of Minnie Van Loan to remove two pepper trees and to trim one pepper tree along the South line of Central Avenue was considered, and it was duly recommended that permission be granted only for the removal of the middle pepper tree. Recommendation was duly made to the City Council to _grant permission to C. 0. McQuown to build a rock shop at 256 Division II Street within one foot of the north property line and approxi- mately 70 feet from the front property line, and permission to Lewis McKee to erect a garage one foot from the west line and 92 feet from north line on lot 15, Tract 2016 West Fern Heights. ' II The petition of Mrs. Pomposa Diaz to sell food stuffs near the Oriental Avenue swimming pool was considered, and it was duly passed that this petition be denied. 1 The petition of H. Welty Kuhns to build within fifteen feet of the property line on Glenwood Drive a dwelling facing Center Street was discussed with no action being taken by the Commission. Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the recommendations IIof the Commission were approved. __BIDS - T actor In response to call for bids for supplying the City with a track-laying tractor, the following proposals were submitted: . X20 El Curtis V. Edwar_d.a - Cletrac Crook Company - Allis Chalmers Freeland Tractor & Equipment Company - Caterpillar Pd R. M. Van Leuven - Hew International tti Referred to Councilmen Rees, Krumm. Peterson and Engineer Hinckley for checking and 'I I il II for recommendation to this Board at its next meeting. 11 II j REC3EATIOIL— it qit 0 Upon request and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, jthe following resolution was duly adopted, with Councilman Krumm voting "No" : WHEREAS, the W. P. A. Recreation program creates I certain revenues derived from patrons and from other sources, which revenue is expended for 1 operation of the project; and to assure the City II receiving proper credit; ! THEREFORE, BE IT: RESOLVED, That the Advisory Committee, as now set up, consisting of Maurice Clapp, Earl Minnick, Mrs. Arthur Jacobsen, W. G. Hentschke, Geo. Pratt, Homer Prendergraft, Moya Clark, Roy Coble, Henry Blume, F. B. Hewitt, Allen Whitney and Harry II H McCarroll, be and are hereby authorized and directed to receive, expend and properly account for the said revenues so derived, and submit to this Board a II quarterly statement of same. il li MILL CREEK II Councilman Clapp advised the Board of information coming to him of the feeding of hogs by Rhea Igo in Mill Creek, the _garbage from the Civilian Conservation Corp Camp, thus creating a probable source of City Water contamination. After II 1 discussion, the City Attorney_ was directed to write a letter to the Commanding Officer II P of the Camp, advising him of same and seeking his co-operation in its elimination. I BICYCLES I The Police Commissioner was authorized and directed to purchase the necessary plates, etc. , for placing in operation the rcently adopted bicycle Ordinance No. 816; Ij EARIT:AT-I ON 11 111 Councilman Krumm conferred with members relative to certain unsanitary_ '„ conditions existing in some parts of the City, and was assured by the Mayor and other Council members of their full co-operation in his efforts for abatement of same. ; I. BUSINESS LICENSES Business License delinquents, etc. , was given some consideration, and I the License Collector was authorized and directed to submit to Councilman Krumm, a il 1 list of delinquents immediately following delinquent date the first of August, 1940, for such action as deemed hest by this Board. 9 �BI MET i i s Proposed budget for the �4fiscal yam , was considered, and final inal !! II action deferred until the next meeting to work out a few details now under considera 1 tion. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, unanimously 11 j adopted, the tax rate was fixed at a maximum of $1.50 on the $100.00 of assessed Ii value, 70¢ of which is for Bond Interest and Redemption, 150 for New City Hall, the L Library and General Fund rates to be fixed at next meeting. L 2117 Sills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to two o'clock, P. M., on July 10, 1940 . ATTEST: or i City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.) - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California July 10, 1940 Two O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the• City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson, and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. The Mayor announced that the Board was ready to hear from anyone having{ matters to present, and ,Lyman M. King addressed the Board in a plea that the Library tax rate remain the sameaslast year, and that a cut in same would necessarily mean a curtailment of the service rendered to the public. The matter was considered at some length and Mr. King was requested to confer with other members of the Library Board in an effort to reduce the Library rate 14 for the current year, and further action was deferred until next regular meeting. EASI_LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY Matters pertaining to the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company and the City were next considered with the reading of proposals of the Committee for settlement. Messrs. Prendergast, Wheaton and Finch, Committee of the directors of the Company were present and after discussion, the proposals submitted by the Committee were filed for further consideration and action by the City Council. APPLICATIONS The applications of Ada L. Beagle, for position of locker girl at Sylvan Plunge, and of Elijah Bethurum for employment with the City, were presented and ordered filed. (ins) The applications of Electrical Products Corporation, for permission to hang signs at 128 East Central Avenue for the Union Oil Company; and r22 302 East Central Avenue, for Darrell Hudlow, were presented, granted and ordered filed, having been approved by the Building Inspector and Commissioner. COMMUNICATIONS A communication from C. J. Tripp, City Treasurer, expressing appreciation � I for flowers and good wishes of the Council in his recent illness, was presented and ordered filed. Treasurer Tripp being present, personally thanked the Board for its interest, and the Mayor and Council members assured him of their pleasure- in having him present again. REPORTS The annual reports of the Building Inspector and Health Department for year ending June 30, 1940, were presented and ordered filed. BUILDING INSPECTOR _ p 11 The Building Inspector reported that the request Of property owners and i'. 'I lessees of property at NE cor of Orange and State Streets for permission to install a hose-outlet fire system in the basement instead of a sprinkling system, was d considered by the Board of Examiners at a meeting held July 9, 1940, and that said Board recommended granting the request. A motion by Councilman Peterson that the 1, recommendation of the Board of Examiners be approved and a special permit issued accordingly was seconded by Councilman Krumm. Councilman Rees moved to amend the I � 1 I motion by adding that it "be done legally". Amendment seconded by Councilman Clapp. it After discussion and vote, the motion to amendment was declared lost by the Mayor. j I The original motion was then called and declared duly adopted. The Building Inspector 1 was directed to file written report of the Board of Examiner's action. TRACTOR BIDS Engineer Hinckley reporting for the Committee to whom the bids submitted July 3, 1940, were referred, recommended the purchase of a "Caterpillar" tractor per' 1 bid of Freeland Tractor and Equipment Company of $4,12480, less trade-in credit of11 II .$1,000.00 for the City's used Caterpillar and Cletrac tractors, a net price of 11 11,124.80, including sales tax, to be paid for on a monthly basis of 1130.20 per month li for 24 months. Mr. Brown, representing the Qompany, assured the City that the usual, I, discount for cash in 60 days, would be allowed on the above price. The recommendation 11 Il of the Committee was duly approved and the purchase authorized, upon motion of f Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp. BARTON OTECflh1LAS&OOIATI9N— The Mayor advised the Council of the desire of the Barton Protective Association to purchase from the City the tract of land now ocslipieSLby_i.ts oil Anka. 1 Action was deferred pending further consideration and details. ' �BSJDO ;T_ 6 The proposed 1940-41 budget was next considered, and an appropriation I, II of $1500.00 was authorized for Community Music Association artists during this 1 11 summer season, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, with I I, LL Councilman Rees voting "No" ; and The sum of 4500.00 was appropriated for next Orange Show exhibit, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, with Councilman Peterson voting "No" . A motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the budget as presented be approved, with the elimination of any change in the salary and wage schedule, was duly adopted, with Councilman Krumm voting "No" . In the matter of Salary and wage adjustments, each Commissioner assured the other that certain adjustments were desirable, but it was determined that it should be made applicable to the entire schedule, and not to a few departments only, and the matter was left for future consideration. Councilman Krumm moved that the position of collector in the Water Department be vacated, as not necessary, since the adoption of the new policy of turning off the water when bills are delinquent; also that the unemployment approp- riation be cut $2,000.00 by eliminating the recreation program. Motion declared lost, for lack of a second. Councilman Krumm raised the question as to members of the Police Department working more than eight hours a day, without additional compensation; and of the Fire Department going outside the City when not called by some other department, it being generally understood that the local department will respond to a call by other fire departments. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest: Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 0 0 0 0 0 0 ' Redlands, California July 17 , 1940 Two O 'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at the Justice of Peace office in the Hall of Justice , 215-17 North Fifth Street . present : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , Krumm, Peterson and Mw or Gunter , City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent : Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of July 10 , 1940 , were read and approved. . EAST LuONLA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY The Mayor announced that the Board was ready for further consideration of matters pertaining to the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company and the City. J. J. Prem r24 dergast of the Committee representing the stockholders of the Company, addressed the Board in a plea for five acres of land along the West line of the Company 's property in addition to the origipx2c_p_o _11 of the City. The discussion was joined in by Council members and the Committee representing the stockholders . Several motions were made , seconded, and then withdrawn, after which a motion by Councilman ;! KXumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the original proposal made by the City,'' I be re-affirmed plus five acres of land south of the parcel requested by the stock- holders Committee , upon which may be developed not exceeding 100 inches of water, was duly adopted , with Councilman Rees voting "No". The City Attorney was directed to convey said proposal to the stockholders Committee. APPI,IQATI ON The application of J. H. Bonner, 1228 Clay Street , for employment by the b i City was presented and ordered filed. II COMMUUT1ICATIONS A communication from the President and Secretary of the local Redlands Civic League and Woman's Political Club, protesting "Unnecessary display in public 1 , of such signs as 'White Trade Only' or "We Solicit White Trade Only' ", was presented and ordered filed. The C lerk was directed to write the protestants for a list of the public places where such signs are displayed, and further action was deferred pending submission of same . REPORTS The annual report of the Library for the year ending June 30 , 1940 , was 'presented and ordered filed. PLANTING GOMMIS$ION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on July 16 , 1940 , was presented and ordered filed: Commission viewed Olive trees on North side of Clifton Avenue. petition to remove these trees was by motion recommended to the Council for favorable action. petition of Isaac Ford to remove two Olive treepcon west line of San Mateo Street near Clifton, by motion recommended for favorable action. petition of A. Jacinto to remove two palm trees east of driveway on Cypress Avenue , recommended for favorable action. petition to remove Eucalyptus trees on North side of Union near by Orange Street , motion denied. The Commission viewed the proposed re-alignment of HighwayJ99 from Fern Avenue to beyond Cypress-- opinion was favorable but no formal action taken. The recommendations of the Commission were duly approved , upon motion of Councilmat Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm. TAX RATE Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Krumm, unanimously adopted, the appropriation for the Library was fixed at 19j on the $100.00 of value II of assessed property, and the General City rate at 46¢. The Attorney then introduced 25 and read proposed Ordinance No . 817, fixing the rate and levying the property tax for the fiscal year 1940-41, which was laid over under the rules. BUSS INE$t..fl .ENBE The Clerk presented a demand of Earl Hodges for refund of $30.00 on ( business license . This matter having beenconsidered at the meeting of June 5 , 1940 , at which time a refund. of $20.00 was authorized, said action was re-affirmed and a warrant was authorized to issue to said. Hodges in the sum of .20..00 payable from the I'' General Fund. BUILDING_INNPECTOR A written report of the action of the Board of Examiners relative to Water- fire system in basement at SE cor Orange and State Streets , was filed by the Building Inspector, per request at the last meeting. The Building Inspector submitted to each member a copy of a proposed sign Ordinance for consideration. CEMETERY Commissioner Rees advised the Council of quite a large anount of delinquent;, bills in the Cemetery Department and the matter was referred to Councilmen Rees , ',Clapp and Peterson for consideration and recommendation. I MISCELLANEOUS Matters pertaining to business licenses ; fire and policedepartment employees ' hours of service , etc. , were discussed by Councilman Krumm and other members of the Board , without action. LE L OI_ABSEN9E • F Upon request of the Mayor, and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, Mayor. Gunter was granted leave of absence from the State for three weeks. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention., on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : f r • . oS ci y Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - ° r 26 Redlands, California Ill August 7 , 1940 Two O 'clock, P. M. i A regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands , California, held 1I at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice , 215-17 North Fifth Street . 11 IPresent : Councilmen Clapp, Rees , Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter , City it i Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. i Absent : Treasurer Tripp. 1 The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor announcedthat the Council was ready_ to hear from anyone having li li matters to present . GMTRYMAU_SOLEUI I 1 Architect Jones , San Bernardino , submitted an exhibit of a proposed mausoleum for the Cemetery at an estimated cost of $95,000 .00 , containing 720 crypts, 11 I The matter was considered together with ways and means for financing same and the City Attorney was directed to confer with the Attorney General as to the use of Cemetery , ' Endowment funds for the building, and report his findings to this Board at an early date . 1 Upon the recommendation of Commissioner Rees , the change in Paragraph 15 of "Rules ind R_gulations , 1936 , Cemeteries", was ordered to read as follows : "No marker, monument or improvement of any kind other than the IIimprovements made by the cemetery will be allowed on any space or lot until all cemetery charges have been paid for in full." I, li 11 CHURCHES _ Rev. Dirksen of the local Seventh Day Adventist Church, addressed the Council in request for permission to erect a building at the Southwest corner of Orange Street 1 and Pearl Avenue , temporarily, for a series of lectures. Upon motion of Councilman 1 I Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the request was granted. , 1 I The Clerk presented the application of the Nazarene Church for permission tol lIerect a tent and hold religious services at the Northeast corner of Colton Avenue and Church Street for a period of about three weeks starting about August 25th. After due consideration, permission wasBranted , upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded iby Councilman Clapp. APPLICATIONS IIApplications for permission to hang signs at -- i. 1 24 West Central Avenue 118 East Central Avenue 11 12 East Vine Street ij l were presented and ordered filed. The said applications having been approved by the i Ii Building Inspector and Commissioner , were duly granted, upon motion of Councilman II Klapp , seconded by Councilman Krumm. II II The applications of Ruth Dixon, 913 Columbia Street , for clerical position; ., jand of John M. Cannon for employment with the City, were presented and ordered filed. The following applications for positions on the Police force were presented „ it and ordered filed : Ir ; 27� John Hastings , 322 Grant Street , Redlands, California R. Van Der Linda, 1511 West Fern Avenue , Redleods , California Johnnie E. Griffith, R. 1 , Box 29A, Redlands , California Floyd Hicks , 831 Ohio Street , Redlands, California John H. Elkins , 825 East Citrus Avenue , Redlands, California W. H. Wiesmore , 835 High Avenue , Redlaids , California Police Commissioner Krumm recommended tnd moved that A. M. Rice , 547 West[! Palm Avenue , (application heretofore filed) be temporarily named as a policeman for six months probation period , to the vacancy on the force caused by the death of George R. King , effective September 14 1940 , at a monthly rate of 4120 .00. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rees and duly adopted . RE30�UT70N I� Death of George R King The following Resolution was unanimously adopted : WHEREAS, death has again visited the group of City employees 1I and claimed George R. King; and it WHEREAS , Mr. King rendered an efficient service on the local police force for a great number of years ; and WHEREAS , the City has lost a splendid officer, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City Council hereby express its sincere sympathy to the members of the family; that said Resolution be spread upon the records of this Council and a copy transmitted to the family in Indiana. ' REPOTS Reports of the BuildingJnspeotor, the Board of Health, Laboratory tests , City Treasurer and City Judge for the month of July, 1940, were presented and ordered filed . Councilman: Peterson reported to the Board the purchase of nine electric dimmers for use at the Bowl, stating that William Nance of the Redlands Electric Company had accompanied him to Los Angeles and inspected the dimmers and recommended the purchase as a very good one at the price of J90 .00. The action of Councilman Peterson was ratified , and a vote of appreoiation was extended to Mr. Nance for his very generous service rendered in the matter. 1 , FRANCHLSE_TAX The Clerk presented a report of the Pacific Electric Railway Company for the year ending July 19 , 1940 , accompanied by a check in the amount of $82.27 in full payment of franchise tax for said period. The report was ordered filed and the check placed in the Treasury. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed, : From Wurdeman--Becket , Architects , Los Angeles , California, relative to proposed fire hall building; From League of California Cities , calling the Board ' s attention to the Annual Meeting of the League to he held in San Diego , September 16-19 , 1940; From J. A. Rivera, 302 Grant Street , Redlaids , California. IIS II , r-28 ORDINANCES , I Ordinance No . 817 , Fixing the Rate and Levying the Propefty Tax for the fiscal year 1940-41 , was read and duly adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp , Rees, Rxumm, Peterson and Mayor• Gunter Noes : None Absent :-None A proposed Ordinance No . 818 , "Prohibiting trespass upon and loitering about II certain classes of property", was introduced and explained by the City Attorney, the and 1I reading of same having been waived by unanimous consent of the Board ,/was laid over Ali under the rules. 11 FLEET_INSURANCE The Clerk was authorized and directed to call for sealed propm0Ja. for insurance ,cover a for the CityAutomobile Fleet to be opened at the next regular � � P gu ' meeting. EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPAN _ The Clerk presented a communication from the Secretary of the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, declining to consider the latest proposal submitted by the City. After consideration and discussion, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the City renewed its original proposal, with Councilmen Rees and Clapp voting "No". The City Attorney was 'directed to so communicate to said Company. li TRAUkERS The Treasurer was authorized and directed to make the following transfers : From +¢ Gas Tax (General Maintenance ) $ 706.42 if Gas Tax (Construction.) (Brookside Ave. , Citrus Ave. , Church St . , Colton Ave. , and Olive Ave . ) 1,919.13 Gas Tax (Construction) Cajon St . 1,070 .35 to the Gen.Fund (Street Department), per statements filed by the City Engineer. Upon recommendation of ' the City Clerk, a transfer of $6 ,000.00 from the Water Department to the City Hall ' Building Rind ,°made by the Treasurer for the month of July, 1940 , was ratified, and an additional $6 ,000.00 was ordereditransferred from said Water Department to said City Hall Building Fund , temporarily, to cover outlays for the month of Augusta 1940.; DELINQUENT TAXES A petition of Adelbert Holt for relief from interest charge on delinquent rtaxes 1912-36 , on lots 42 and 43 , Gerber Tract , amounting to approximately $35.00 was granted , with Councilman Clapp not voting. _Ips The Engineer presented the following proposals for supplying_glass needed on the new City Hall : Fletcher Planing Mill $ 440 .60 ' Suverkrup Lumber Compa ny 463.65 Alder's Paint & Art Store 403.70 Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees , the award was made to Alder 's Paint & Art Store , with the Building Committee to consider the type of I mirrors to be used and to report their recommendations to this Board. 2;1 _ The Engineer submitted proposals from the following Companies for supplying asphalt tile for the new City Hall , per plans of the Engineer : L. D. Reeder Company, Los Angeles Harris Company, San Bernardino Home Furniture Comma ny, Redlands Sunset Tile Company, Redlands Upon checking the bids it was determined that L. D. Reeder Company was the lowest , and the award was made accordingly, upon motion of Councilman Rrumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. PJT ZTION3 \ Petition of adjoining property owners that the City accept a certain Ii public alley now in use , from the southerly line of West Olive Avenue to the northerly line of Lime Avenue , as shown on the map of West Redlands , was presented , ordered tiled, and granted. Petition of interested property owners for the City to install a retaining Hii. and sidewalk on Sixth Street and East Pearl Avenue where not already constructed funder W. P. A. Project with the property owners to pay 501 per front foot , was (presented and referred to the Street Commissioner and the Engineer for investigation and recommendation to this Board. RECREATION A petition signed by a great number of colored citizens urging the City II into provide better facilities and accommod_ atjons_f9r recreat.i_on than is now provided 1 i at Recreation Center #2 at Stuart Avenue and Sixth Street ; and A petition requesting the City to provide a permanent ply_ground and park in a location easy of access for colored citizens , and suggesting land lying between Stuart Avenue and High Avenue o'n the east side of Eleventh Street as a proper location, were presented and ordered filed. The Clerk also presented a letter from the owner of said property proposing to sell the same to the City for park purposes for the sum of $800.00 cash. The matter of recreation was considered -at some length, after which Councilman Clapp was authorized and directed to secure a building on Orange Street at a rental of not Q exoeeding_$25.00 a month for a period of six months for use as Recreation Center #2 , and to report his actions to this Board at the next meeting. 111Aotion pertaining to purchase of land for pa rk purposes was deferred pending further investigation and consideration. CITY HALL ISI I Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the (Mayor was authorized and directed to execute the necessary papers for a W.P.A. projeotl for the decoration of the Council 'Chamber, Additorinm., Foyers 'and Corridor in the new City Hall at a costto the City of approximately $575.00. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. f X30 1 No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned . ' Attest : , r, r e ' Alb 214:5: e-S LI ity Clerk Mayor o ' the City of Redlands, California. I !Ii - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - �H Ii 1 • Il i 1 I' 'c Redlands, California ;'i August 21, 1940 '' 2 O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, 1 held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk ; r Hook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. II Absent: Councilman Rees and Treasurer Tripp. , The minutes of the last regular meeting were read. Councilman Clapp I r Ill requested that the minutes relating to Recreation #2 rental show, that Councilman I. Krumm made the motion authorizing Councilman Clapp to secure a building on Orange Street, that the motion was seconded by Councilman Rees and duly adopted, with Council- II ! man Peterson voting 'Won. Said correction was ordered and the minutes then duly 0 approved. it The Mayor announced that the Board was ready to hear from anyone having I, matters to present, and � Mrs. L. M. H. Warner, 816 High Avenue, addressed the Council in protest to the bad condition of said Avenue, stating that a year or so ago she had made a II like protest and was promised that the Avenue would be improved. After consideration 6 and discussion, the matter was referred to the Engineer and Street Commissionerfor d I investigation and recommendation to this Board. I ir __MAUSOLEUM il Architect Allen, Los Angeles, exhibited to the Board a sketch of a II proposed mausoleum for Hillside Cemetery, and considered with the Board, costs, etc. , Ways and means of financing the project having hot been determined, action was II deferred, pending legal advice from the Attorney General. 11 i li C9U iT.,BY CLUB .i An agreement of date of August 20, 1940, between the Redlands Country � Club, a corporation, and the City of Redlands, relative to water service, etc ., was 'I ' I I 1 presented and considered by Council members and Messrs. Kincaid and Cone of the Club,, II , after which the agreement was duly approved by the four Council members present and H the Mayor was authorized to execute the same for and on behalf of the City. 1 Ii l L 31 PETITION - PROTEST (Park 1 A Petition No. 4256, bearing about 90 names requesting the Board to I deny Petition No. 4255 for creating a public _park and playground on 11th Street between Stuart and High Avenues, was presented and ordered filed for future consider- ation. A number of interested parties present were advised that the Council would personally inspect the proposed site and would hold a public hearing before final II action is taken in thenmatter. APPLICATIONS The following applications for City employment were presented and j ordered filed: Chas. Jaco, Bryn Mawr David E. Stellian, 611 McKinley prive, Redlands gene Williams, 324 High Avenue, Redlands (Signs) The application of Barton' s Market to hang a sign over the sidewalk at 118 East Central Avenue, was presented and ordered filed. The application was I approved bythe BuildingCommissioner and duly11 pp granted, upon motion of Councilman I Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm. REPORTS Annual report of the Fire Department and Division of Highways for I Iexpenditures on State Highways within the City, and Laboratory tests for the first part of August, 1940, were presented and ordered filed. RE_ORElhI I #2 Councilman Clapp reported that he had been unable to secure a building on Orange Street as proposed at the last meeting for Recreation Center #2 at a rental of less than $40-550 a month, and that a number of colored folks interested in the ;III matter opposed the proposal. No further action was taken pending consideration of it park and playground matters. COMMUNICATIONS ;I1 The following communications were presented and ordered filed: League of California Cities, Public Utilities Bulletin #13, relating to Bell Telephone, etc. ; I Redlands Civic League and Women's Political Study Club, expressing ' appreciation for Council consideration of a recent protest filed by said organization 7 Councilman Clapp in explanation of his vote "No" to proposed agreement 1 between the City and East Lugonia Mutual Water Company stockholders at the last regular meeting; Redlands Credit Bureau, relative to claim of Dr. Hill against Policeman! 1 Thomas, and from Faller Rancho, relative to its claim against John Griffith. After 1 consideration, the Clerk was directed to acknowledge receipt and to advise the iemployeed that the City insists upon its employees paying their bills, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson. i r-32 BIDS (Fleet Insurance) This being the date set for opening of bids for Public Liability and 11 Property Damage insurance covering the City fleet of cars, the following proposals 11 were submitted, publicly opened and declared: Ij Larry Noble - United Pacific Insurance Company $ 865.00 John T. Collins - Pacific Indemnity Company 922.22 John W. Wood - Pacific Automobile Insurance Company 923.94 Russell Mort - Pacific Employers Insurance Company 1,160.68 The bid of United Pacific Insurance Company, Seattle, Washington, through local agent, Lamy W. Noble, being the lowest and best bid, a motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, that the award be made to said Company at its bid of 865.00, was duly adopted by the unanimous vote of the four Council members present. Coverage for non-ownership cars was also authorized. All other bids were rejected and all bids ordered filed. ORDINANCE Proposed Ordinance No. 818, Relating to Trespassing, etc. , was continued for further consideration. CITY HALL Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, a 11 II warrant was authorized to issue to W. P. A. , in the sum of J575.00 as the City's l' h contribution to the Decoration Art Project at the New City Hall. ___ag OAS—TAX Engineer Hinckley presented Revised Project #2 for improvement of State ,j Highways in the City to be submitted to the Highway Commission for approval. The Proposed revision eliminates the: barrier contemplated on Roosevelt Road at Beacon Street, and was duly approved, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Council- man Clapp. r I The Engineer also presented a list of Major Streets for maintenance and construction under W. P. A.-Street Program, this fiscal year, which was approved upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson. WATER DEPARTMENT Councilman Clapp sought information as to pipe line extension on West Colton Avenue to the Tri-City Airport in conflict with Council order September 6, 1939, determining to make no further extensions. Water Commissioner Peterson stated that the pipe was supplied by the airport, and the City only laid it. The Engineer 1 was directed to supply this Board with the cost of laying the pipe. The question of running a line to serve a party on the Mertens grove ! between Capri and Lugonia Avenues, west of Wabash Avenue, was considered at some P length, resulting in a determination to run lines only to property line, except by special order of the City Council. ST9P EMN IIj Councilman Clapp called attention to the had condition of the stop sign 'I at NE cor of Fern Avenue and Center Street. Referred to the Engineer and Street Commissioner. 3, All other matters were continued. Bills and salaries were ordered paid .'as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the -meeting adjourned. Attest: r 475c-tic:is City " erk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands California September 4, 1940 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council,: City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Treasurer Tripp. Absent: Clerk Hook. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, Paul B. Wilson was appointed to act-as the Clerk of the meeting in the absence of Clerk Hook. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. ,_AU1S_0 h1M Architect Jones addressed the Board relative to his Qualifications and the proposed plans for a Mausoleum, and filed a communication with the Board dated l ' August 24th, 1940, relative to this subject. He also presented four letters of recommendation and endorsement for consideration. of the Council, same to be returned to him. Mr. Faxon, of the architect firm of Plummer, Wurdeman and Becket, 621 South Hope Street, Los,Angeles, who addressed the Board relative to plans and architectural sketches of a proposed mausoleum, was asked to submit more detailed ! plans. II PROPOSED PARK 1 (Stuart Ave. & 11th St.) Messrs. Bryant and Collins a ddressedrthe. Board asking for some definite action with respect to the proposed park, 11th Street and Stuart Avenue, and Recreation Center No. 2. Councilman Krumm stated he thought the proposed location too small for a park. Messrs. W. A. Hates, Clayton Hays and J. W. Hays, expressed , their opposition to the proposed park at Stuart Avenue and 11th Street. Communication ( from Mrs. M. J. Kelly, owner of property directly east of the proposed location of the park, protesting same, was presented and ordered_filed. After a general discussion r34 by all members of the Board, Councilman Clapp moved that the Mayor appoint a Committee to confer with a Committee to be chosen by thecolored people in an endeavor to arrive at and submit a satisfactory agreement of location and plans for said park. The II IImotion was seconded by Councilman Rees and duly, .adopted. r i �COMMUNICATIQNS i The following communications were presented and ordered filed: ;j From Barton Protective Association regarding the annual meeting of { Association to be held on September 4, 1940; j II tl From California Sewage Works Association, regarding the meeting at q 'San Diego, September 15-17, 1940; il El I', From the Division of Highways, showing the July; '1940, quarterly_p!ment;'I hof ;¢ Gas Tax allocation for Streets of Major Importance; and a tabulation of the Il estimated apportionment of 4¢ Gas Tax allocation for fiscal_year 1941 for expenditure jon Streets of Major, Improtance and a revised..estimate . for State Highways for the II biennium ending June 30, 1941. 0 REPORTS I Reports of the Building Inspector, City Judge and Health Department for I' the month of August, 1940, and, Laboratory tests for the second part of August, 1940,_ it were presented and ordered filed. r PETITIONS II IE 0 i, Petition No. 4257, Fred Gowland (G. Donald, contractor) for a driveway in excess of 30 feet at the new Atlantic &Pacific Tea Stores market being erected at the corner of Highway 99 and Eighth Street, was presented and granted, upon motion of II Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, in accordance with plans filed with the Building Inspector. PLANNING COMMISSION III Action of the Planning Commission on the following matters at its I, meeting held on September 3, 1940, was presented and ordered filed: 11 i Recommended that three orange trees be removed from the Dague property--NE cor. Garden and Elizabeth Streets as a matter of safety. Approval by the Federal Land Bank of Berkeley also filed., Petition of Gail and Fred Gowland for removal of pepper tree II II in front of 309 East State Street was recommended granted. I Petition of Mrs. S. B. Haslam for removal of two pepper trees h in front of 326 Fourth Street was recommended denied. I 1 II Petition of Mrs. Chas A. Boettggr for removal of pepper trees ii on the west side of Myrtle Street at 225 East Fern Avenue II was recommended denied. it Application of Edward Hughes, 65 Eureka Street, for permission I' II to re-locate and improve the garage at 67 Eureka Street, nearer ;� than four feet from the' adjoi'ning property line on the. south, was recommended that the request be granted provided that proper foliage screening from the Library Park be planted. j Petition of Mrs. Elsie__Connir_s to locate a small house on Lot 14, Blk 7, Lugonia Heights, ,923 Stillman Avenue, at rear of house now there, was recommended granted. 11 Petition for removal of eucalyptus trees in front of 135 past ,, Pearl Avenue, was recommended delayed until the laying of the sidewalk is ordered. I 35 The recommendations- of the Commission were duly approved, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson. BABT D±gRO=IMEAS.S9_CZAT DN_� Question of lease .or sale to Barton Protective Association certain property on Highway 99, now occupied by their oil tanks, was discussed generally but no action taken. �TRAN.SEERS Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, unanimously adopted, the following transfers were ordered: $ 286.58 from Property Owners Fund to General Fund-Street Dept. 268.57 from sGas- Tax Fund to General Fund-Street Dept. , Cajon Street (Construction) 4,130.61 from at Gas. Tax Fund to General Fund-Street Dept., (Construction) . Brookside, Ave., Citrus Ave., Church St., Calton Ave., and Olive Ave. DEMAND NT A demand of the Redlands Community Hospital in the sum of $79.00, was presented and after a general discussion, it was moved by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the bill be paid, Which was duly adopted with Councilmen Clapp and Rees voting"No^. Councilman Clapp requested that the Clerk advise this Board at the next meeting the amount of. the assessed valuation of the said Hospital property. FIRE HYDRANTS - Water The tating of water from the City fire hydrants without authority, was discussed, and the City regulation on the 'subject adopted October 7, 1936, was ratified and ordered to be strictly enforced, requiring a permit, a deposit and a minimum charge. PROTEST - NUISANCE Councilman Krumm protested that V. P. Hunt was operating a nuisance atl his place of business, 620-30 East Citrus Avenue, smoke, forge, blacksmith shop, buzz saw, etc. Referred to Police Department and Attorney for action. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES The question of attendance at the annual meeting of the League of IICalifornia Cities at San Diego, the week of September 16th, 1940, was considered,_ andj Councilman Peterson moved, seconded by Councilman Clapp,. that the sum of $25 'OCF be hallowed City Councilmen, City Department heads or their alternates, for expenses of said attendance, was duly adopted. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to i00 o'clock, P. M., September 12, 1940, to the City Hall, Third and West State Streets, Attest:, Alts ,p 7d d City 'Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands., California. r36 Redlands„California September 12, 1940 � Il 7:30 O'clock, P. M. An journed regular meeting of the. City Council, City of Redlands, 111II 1California, held at the City Hall, Third and West State Streets. , Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, , , ir !City Clerk Hook and Attorney Wilson. !j Absent: Treasurer Tripp and Engineer Hinckley. The object of the meeting was to arrange for the payment of salary and U ;'wage payrolls for the period of September 1 to 15 and 14, 1940, inclusive, respectively, this action being necessary on account of the contemplated absence from the City of ai !majority of the Council members, in attendance upon the League of California Cities a ,annual meeting at San Diego on the date of the next regular Council meeting, Septem- ber 18, 1940. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the salary and wage payrolls as approved by the heads of departments and Commissioners, were authorized for payment, up to and including September 15 and 14, 1940, respectively, as of regular meeting date-September 18, 1940. I CITY HALL j The question of art decoration for the foyer (upstairs) at the New City Hall was brought up by the Mayor, who stated that it would cost the City approx- i 'I II ii d I imately $500.00 under W. P. A. ; that the local Art Guild would like to do it without cost to the City. After due consideration, it was determined and agreed that the r (local Guild undertake the task, after patterns, etc. , are submitted to and approved by, this Council. 1 EMPLOYEES - Retirement �I I; it The question of age limit, retirement, etc. , of City employees was considered at Some length, with Jnumenoua, suggestions as to plan's, etc. , none of which'( ; met unanimous approval, leaving the matter practically with heads of departments and I respective Commissioners for action and report to this Board. ' i No further business demanding attention, on motion of Councilman Krum, seconded by Councilman Rees, unanimously adopted, the meeting adjourned. Attest: il A 67A , L-7.4 y Clerk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. I I, — 0 — 0 — 0 — 0 — 0 — 0 — . d I ;I '1 11 — _ Redlands, California September 18, 194.0 Two O'clock, P. M. This being the time for a regular meeting_of the City Council and n� member being_present, ,the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned until two o'clock P. M., Wednesday, September 25, 1940. ATTEST: , ' Ci C1erk, G ty of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0, - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I Redlands, California September 25, 1940 Two O 'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting_ of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office, in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumin, Peterson and Mayor Gunter; City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson. Absent : Treasurer Tripp and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the regular meeting of September 4, 1940, and the adjourned regular meeting of September••12, 1940, were read and approved. _VERBAL Rev. D. Dirksen, of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, addressed the Board in a request that he be notrequired to build rest rooms at the temporary build- ing on SW cor. of Orange Street and Pearl Avenue, as he has made arrangements with the service station NE cor. Orange Street and Pearl Avenue for such accommodations. Upon query, he stated that the lecture service would terminate about the first of the year 1941. The request was unanimously_granted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm. i PARK A committee composed of Bryant, Owen and Guy, representing a group of colored citizens, submitted a recommodation that efforts be made to obtain the plat of ground immediately east of Ninth Street, between the Southern Pacific and Santa Fe Railroad tracks for the proposed recreation park and playground, and also submitted a letter from Mr. Roach, local Southern Pacific agent, relative to same. The communica- tions were ordered filed and the Mayor appointed Councilmen Peterson and Krumm to act (with Park Commissioner Clapy in further consideration of the entire matter and to report their recommendations to this Board. { POOL HALL The application of Antonio De La Torre, for permission to operate a 38 pool hall at 144 Orange Street, was presented; granted and .ordered filed, upon motion, of Councilman ,Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. APPLICATIOiS The applications of Covert J. Blomquist and C. K. Stokes for employment with the City, were presented and ordered filed. The application of Mrs. Geo . .W. Jackson to keep one cow at 930 Stillman Avenue, was granted, per recommendation of the Sanitary Inspector and Secretary of • Lthe .Board of Health. PLANNING COMMISISION I' The application of Miss Edna Williams to build a garage on the north lside of Clark Street, just west of 216 West Clark Street, not complying with adjoin- I' ing property side line requirements; and the Application of H. J. Miller for removal of pepper tree at 254 Fourth Street; and the Application of Mrs. Carrie Hoffman for removal of pepper tree at X808 Pacific Street, were presented and ordered filed. Upon motion of Councilman II Krum, seconded by Councilman Peterson, duly adopted, the application of Miss Williams was £ranted, per recommendation of the Building Inspector; the application of 1Mr. Miller was denied and the application of Mrs. Hoffman, was _granted per recommend= ations of the Planning Commission. SIGNS The following applications for permission to hang signs were _granted and Iordered filed, per approval of the Building Inspector and Commissioner, upon motion of Councilman Clapp,: seconded by Councilman Krumm: Kirby' s Shoes 8 East State Street Redlands Sanitary Laundry Company_ 15 ;Routh Sixth Street 1 F. W. Woolworth Company cor.. .State & Orange Streets E. E. Dow 259ICajon Street J COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read;:and ordered filed: From Mrs. W. R. Clinton .and family in appreciation of Councilmen's expression of sympathy at recent death of Mr. Clinton, a long time City employee; From Jeffery Furniture Company, Coachella, California, relative to II proposed registration of fire arms; From; Robert E. Faxon, of Wurdeman. & Becket, Los Angeles; relative to !I II proposed mausoleum. REPORTS Reports of the City Treasurer for the month of August, 1940; Laboratory tests for portion of September; Community Recreation for period ending June` 30, 19401; and Barton Protective Association, were presented and ordered filed.. 11 The annual report of the `'City Clerk for year ending June 30, 1940, 1 I' together with the Mullen annual audit, were presented and ordered filed, and printing loll 300 pamohlets of the Clerk's report was authorized. 3, ORDINANCE Proposed Ordinance No. 819, Regulating the Firing_ and Discharge of D.uns, in the City and Declaring Guns in the Possession of Minors under the age of Sixteen Years to be Nuisances and Providingfor. the Abatement Thereof, was introduced by the City_ Attorney, read and laid over under the rules. 4¢ GAS_TAX (Highways and Major Streets) A communication from Division of Highways, E. Q. Sullivan, District Engineer, advising of the approval of plans for improvement of Beacon Street (State Route 26) from State Street to Roosevelt pad as Project No. 7 of the Memorandum of Agreement for State Highways; also Advising of the approval of improvement of various streets of Major Importance as Project No. 8 of the Memorandum of Agreement for City Streets, were presented and ordered filed. Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Council- man Rees, unanimously adopted, the Mayor and Clerk were authorized and directed to execute for and on behalf of the City, all papers necessary for carrying into effect the said agreements. RESIGNATION - Policemans The written resignation of A. M. Rice, recently appointed to the Police ), force, was presented and ordered filed. Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the resignation was accepted. Police Commissioner Krumm then recommended and moved that W. Glen Solberg, 1370 East Colton Avenue, Redlands, be appointed to the position for a six months probation period at a salary of $120.00 a month, effective September 22, 1940. The emotion was seconded by Councilman Rees and unanimously adopted. The Police Commissioner advised the Council of the agreed exchange of positions between Seltzer and Owen, carrying with it a change of salary accordingly, effective as of September 1, 1940, Owen to receive $150.00 and Seltzer $142.50 a month. DELINQUENT TAXES I li The Clerk presented a proposal submitted by J. D. Inman and Geo. E. Fulbright, realtors, for Ernest Scholton, to purchase certain lots at SE cor. of Olive Avenue and San Mateo Street, for a cash sum of 1900.00, provided the City would guarantee title, etc. It developed that the City has a delinquent tax claim of approximately $1,000.00 and the County several hundred dollars against said property. us 'i After due consideration, the proposal was rejected, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, and the Clerk was directed to advise the parties accor- dingly; also advise them that the City would accept the original amount of City taxes, waiving penalties and interest,. and Mr. Scholton to clear the County and acquire title. Delinquent tax matters were discussed in a general way, and the Mayor appointed Councilman Clapp, the City Attorney and City Clerk as a Committee to study the question of the City acquiring title and re-selling delinquent property and report their findings to this Board. j�l r40 II TRACTORS - Purchase ,I 11 The question of moment for Caterpillar tractor and used Cletrac recently placed with the City by Freeland Tractor & Equipment Company, Riverside, California, was considered and upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, unanimously adopted, it was determined to acquire same upon a lease-purchase agree- ment divided into 24 equal monthly_p yments. The Clerk was directed to request the Company- to prepare the contract and submit same to this Board at its next meeting for consideration and further action. BUSINESS LICENSES A list of delinquent business licenses was placed in the hands of thej Il City Attorney for legal action, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Council I i man Clapp, unanimously adopted. CITRUS BELT LEAGUE MEETINGS � The Mayor sought the attitude of Council members relative to a change in the time of the monthly meetings of the Citrus Belt League from Friday evening told some other evening, and found that the members generally favored Friday evening. 1 MISCELLANEOUS The use of sewer sludge on City park lawns, cost of water at the plunge, , fire arms registration, etc. , vere discussed without' action. Bills and salaries were ordered .a'd as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest: AT I City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California; 1 11 i - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - i I Redlands, California October 2, 1940 Two O'clock, P. .M. A rigular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California,11 ;, 1 held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, ' Attprney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent: City Clerk Hook and Treasurer Tripp. 11 Attorney Wilson was duly appointed to act as Clerk for the meeting in the absence of City Clerk Hook. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of September 25, 1940, were read and approved. 41 PETITIONS Petition No. 4259, of Property Owners, for the installation of a fire hydrant on Olive Avenue near LakesideuAvenue, was presented and ordered filed. Mrs. Wilms spoke orally in favor of the petition and a motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, that the petition be _granted and a fire hydrant installed, was unanimously adopted. The City ordinance regulating traffic when the Fire Department answers) a call was generally discussed with respect to the traffic troubles around the recent , Wilms fire. Petition No. 4260, of Property owners asking the City to abate the nuisance being allegedly maintained at the V. P. Hunt Company business at 620-32 East Citrus Avenue, was presented, and upon motion of Mayor Gunter, seconded by Councilman Rees, mor Gunter appointed Commissioners Krumm, Peterson, Rees and Attorney Wilson as a Committee to look into the matter and report back to this Board. Petition No. 4261, Mrs. Earl R. Johnson, for permission to run a telephone wire from 1405 West Central Avenue to 1411 West Park Avenue, was presented; and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, the permit was granted on the condition it be placed underground underneath the street. APPLICATION The application of BertiShull, Riverside, California, for a permit to operate a shooti'ng_gallery at 519 Orange Street, was presented and ordered filed. A motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, that the permit be granted, was duly adopted. Notice of the application of Peter J. Wumkes for a Wine Manufacturers license, received from the State Board of Equalization, was presented. A general ( discussion followed regarding the liquor situation and Councilman Peterson moved that the City Council go on record against the application, but the motion was lost for lack of a second. COMMUJI GAT.I.ON A communication from the Barton Protective Association, relative to oil storage, was presented and ordered filed. A motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the City purchase 5500 gallons of smudge oil and place i with said Association for storage, was unanimously adopted. 1 = ORDINANCE Ordinance No. 819, Regulating the Firing and Discharge of Guns in the City and Declaring Guns in the Possession of Minors to be Nuisances and Providing for. the Abatement Thereof, was again read and duly adopted by the following vote: _yes: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter II Noes: None Absent: None. REPORTS II Judge and Report of t e/Build.ing Inspects for the month of September, 19.40, I �I 42 Laboratory tests for the second part of September, 1940; Department of Commerce Quarterly Employment Survey, were presented and ordered filed. MISCELLANEOUS The following matters were generally discussed with no action taken: ', Dedication of the. New City Hall, and the participation therein of all the civic organizations who so desired; Il Purchase of the Sterling_property by the Cemetery Department for future use; Covering the Zanja within the City under W. P. A. Projects. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance II Commissioner. No further. business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to Two o'clock, P. M. , Wednesday, October 9, 1940. Attest: S City Clerk 04.) Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.] - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California October 9, 1940 2 O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 Nptth ,' Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krum , Peterson rson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook and Attorney Wilson. Absent: Treasurer Tripp and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. _J1IN. &ANUS CTU�tIN_G 1,1 The first matter considered was the application of Peter J. Wumkes, for a wine manufacturing license at 922 East Lugonia Avenue, presented to this Board October 2, 1940. The Clerk read communications from Mrs. Sue Smiley Underhill, jl ' 922 College Avenue, and the President and Business Manager, et al, of the University ilof Redlands, and petitions signed by approximately nine hundred residents and property owners protesting the granting of the application and requesting this Council to oppose said application for the following reasons: 11 That the location of the proposed licensed premises is in an agricultural and residential district, under the General Zoning Ordinance of the City, which prohibits any industry and manufactur- ing, or business of any kind in said district. That it is the opinion of the City Council that the granting of said proposed license would be detrimental to the general morals and welfare of this community. II 4-3-7 That there would be considerable nuisance arising from the odor of manufacturing wine, which would be detrimental to said neighbor- hood. That the proposed location is in close proximity to the University of Redlands and is outside of the regular police patrol district. After due consideration and discussion, the following Resolution was unanimously ladopted, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson: WHEREAS, it has come to the attention of the City Council of the City of Redlands, that there is pending before the State Board of Equalization an application for a Wine Manufacturer' s Permit by one Peter J. Wumkes at the location of 922 East Lugonia Avenue within the City, and WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the granting of this license would be detrimental and opposed to the general morals and welfare of this City, and whereas this City adopted in 1927 a general zoning ordinance, which is still in effect, prohibiting manufacturing and business from certain districts, and whereas the premises of the proposed manufacturing plant is in an agricultural and residential zone prohibiting audit manu- facturing, industry and commercial businesses, 1 AND WHEREAS, the odor from the manufacturing of wine would be a:.nuisance and objectionable to the surrounding neighborhood, and whereas the proposed location is in close proximity to the University of Redlands and outside the regular police patrol district. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the pityCouncilof the City of Redlands does hereby protest and oppose the issuance of the above referred to permit by the State Board of Equaliza- tion, and that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the I, 1 State Board, and that the Chief of Police and the City Attorney are hereby directed to file a written protest against the appli- cation. All petitions were ordered filed. DEMANDS The following demands were presented and pment duly authorized: Freeland Tractor & Equipment Company, Riverside; in the sum of $3317.11 for Caterpillar Tractor and Cletrac, payable out of the Street' Itaprovement Fund; Dr. Charles J. Clock, Redlands, in the sum of 14.00 for services rendered to Warren Jones (plunge) , payable out of the General City Fund. PETIT ON (Building Set Back) Petition No. 4262, Leo Vaughn Green, Shell Service Station-State Street and Highway 99, for permission to erect a residence on Texas Street in Moore & ' I Woodworth Brookside Subdivision, with 20 foot set back where the building code calls ;I Ifor 25 foot, was presented and granted, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. __APPLICATIONS The following applications for employment with the City, were presented and ordered filed: John E. Bethke 939 Calhoun Street William J. Cruz 1108 Texas Street COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and“ordered filed: State Compensation Insurance Fund, relative to dividend distribution; D. G. Wettlin, 377 South Parker Street, Orange, California, relative to Fr-441 - codification of City ordinances; League of California Cities bulletin #15 relative to Public Utilities. REPORTS Report of the Health Department for the month of September, 1940, was Il presented and ordered filed. Councilman Krumm, Chairman, reported progress under petition #4260, in,1 the matter of V. P. Hunt Company alleged nuisance at 620-32 East Citrus Avenue, stating rhe would make further report at next meeting. BUSINESS LICENSE (Shooting Gallery) ii Bert Shull, Riverside, California, to whom a permit was granted on 'i0ctober 2, 1940, for operating a shooting_gallery at 519 Orange Street, through Councilman Peterson requested a reduction in the license fee provided in Sec. 56 of �I ,Ordinance No. 794 ($50 for six months) . It developing that the proposed gallery is ''knot in any way comparable to the type contemplated in said Ordinance (this being a minimum safety device) , Police Commission Krumm moved that the Business License Collector accept a fee at a rate of $15.00 for six months. Motion seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously adopted. Police Commissioner Krumm advised the Board of unsuccessful efforts in collection of delinquent Business licenses, and sought the desires of Board members relative to arrest of offenders. Council members, each, assured the Commissioner than .1 they were with him in the real enforcement of the Ordinance and laws governing such offenders. __CEMETERY II Cemetery Commissioner Rees reported that collections amounting to js944. 89 of delinquent Cemetery bills had been made the past month by Cemetery Superin,, rr tendent Hartman, and that the Superintendent had used his own car. The matter of allowance to him for same was discussed at some length, being determined that he use a City car on such business, the car to be used to be designated by the Cemetery and Water Commissioners. Commissioner Rees also presented blank forms of contracts for lot ' purchase on payment plan, L interest, which was approved upon motion of Councilman Ir Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp, and turned over to the City Attorney for prepara-'11 , tion for use by the City Cemetery Department. SLATER ri Councilman Rees sought information relative to status of water bill due the City by Earl Finch as listed in the 1938-39 Auditor' s report. The yor appointed Councilmen Peterson and Rees and Engineer Hinckley to look into the matter P and report back to this Board. ��CHASE 'I Police Commissioner Krumm sought permission and was authorized to trader lin one of the old motorcycles for a new one at a net cost to the City- of &.proximately 11250.00. j� i 45 -- _ (Steel Water Pipe) The following sealed proposals (obtained by the Purchasing Department) for steel water pipe, were submitted, publicly opened and declared: West Coast' Pipe & Steel Company $ .33 per ft Southern Pipe & Casing Company .37 per ft American Pipe and Steel Corporation .37 per ft Western Pipe and Steel Company .37 per ft Referred to the Engineer, mor and Water Commissioner for consideration and recommendation to this Board. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting. adjourned. Attest: 149 City Clerk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California October 16, 1940 Two O'clock, P. M. A pular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of October 9, 1940, were read and approved. The Mayor then announced that the Board was ready to hear from anyone with matters to present. Mr. Herron, Crystal Springs Water Company, addressed the Board relative to Business License fee for sale of water from his Springs just east of the City, stating that he maintains a place of business at the Redlands Oil Company and feels that he should pay a license accordingly, but that the License Collector places him under Section 60, Ordinance No. 794--Vehicle rate. The matter was referred to Council- man Krumm, the City Attorney and License Collector for consideration and with full power to act, and to report said action to this Board. ' HALLOWE'EN A communication from the 20-30 Club, Redlands, relative to a Hallowe'en ; celebration and requesting, the City to appropriate $250.00 toward the expenses, was presented and ordered filed. W. 0. Mulligan, Glen Murdock and Malcom Smith heartily endorsed the proposed program at an estimated cost of $470.00. After due consideratin, in which Councilman Peterson expressed his opinion that $250.00 should be enough to 46 - - - . ij cover the entire expense, a motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp; l lthat said sum ($250.00) be appropriated toward the expense was unanimously adopted, payable out of the General City Fund. �F ITN4�J1ENT T1MXES Geo Fulbright, Realtor, addressed the Board in a request that the City make 1 a deduction in its delinquent tax claim upon Lots 2, and 9 to 16, inclusive, in Nebraska Tract, amounting to $821.36, covering a period 1913-1933, inclusive: In ii view of the policy of the City carrying a tax charge for so long a time, it was determined as good policy to endeavor to place the property back on the tax roll, and la motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, that the sum of $627.89 Il be accepted by the City in full satisfaction of the said delinquent tax claim--this action being subject to completion of a tentative deal, which will place the property iback on the tax rolls. —RIDS This being the time set for opening of bids for gas furnaces for heating thel New City Hall, the Clerk advised there was but one proposal submitted. Upon motion' ' of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, the Clerk was directed to return II the proposal submitted, and to re-advertise for bids to be opened at the next regular meeting on the 6th day of November, 1940. FIRE_II/RAifS The question of purchase of water pipe arising out of the recent order for installation of a fire hydrant on Olive Avenue at Lakeside was discussed, as related II I'; to other districts in the City with little, if any, fire protection. Upon motion of ;l Councilman Clapp, duly seconded and adopted, the gayor appointed the Engineer, Fire 'I ; Chief and Councilmen Peterson and Rees, to give consideration to the matter and report their findings and recommendations to this Board. —REPOflE it ii Report of Laboratory tests for portion of October, 1940, was presented and “:ordered filed. The Engineer filed a report showing that the labor cost of pipe line exten- sion on West Colton Avenue to the Airport was $95 .00, and that the pipe was furnished by the Airport operators. I Progress was reported by the Committee in charge of the Finch delinquent '; water account, and was continued for further consideration. j AERLI_CATLO_N II The application of the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company for permission Ito erect a tent temporarily on the lot at the rear of its new store building on Highway #99 and Eighth Street for/three days free food show celebrating the new store ' opening, ' opening, November 14-16, 1940, was presented and unanimously _granted, upon motion of ( Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. COMMITNTCATTOIiS News Letter, Vol.. 1, Number 11, League of California Cities, endorsing_ 47-1 proposition #14 on the November election ballot, relative to "In Lieu" taxes, and Liquor license fees, and urging the Councilmen to endorse and publicise same, was presented and ordered filed. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, the Board endorsed the proposition and referred the matter of publicity to the Mayor. STREET IMPROVEMENT _ The Engineer presented a map showing proposed changes and improvements , to Streets and Sidewalks at the New City Hall, providing for a small island in the intersection near the west line of Cajon Street. After due consideration and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the said plans were 'unanimously approved and ordered filed in the Engineer's Office. An island near the East line of Cajon Street at Vine was considered, but action was deferred for further consideration. Robert Lowrey, property owner at NE cor. of Cajon and Vine Streets, sat in on the consideration and expressed approval of the action. A suggestion that the electric pole:, at the NE cor. of Cajon and Vine ' , Streets be removed, was referred to Street Commissioner Rees and• the Engineer, upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Matters pertaining to furnishings and equipmentibr the New City Hall, and a policy relative to proposal to have some one in charge of the Mayor's office, ll, was discussed without action, pending further consideration. it Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to 2 o'clock, P. M. , October 23, 1940. Attest: City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - ' Redlands , California October 23 , 1940 i Two O 'clock, P . M. j This being the time to which the regular meeting of October 16 , 1940 , 1, was adjourned , and no Council member being present , the meeting was declared adjourned . ATTEST : I' City Clerk, City of Redlands , California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - i Pr- i13 Redlands, California November 6, 1940 , 2 O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held' I II fiat the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, KrumPeterson and Mayor Gunter, City II, ' Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved.. !I The Mayor then announced that the Board was ready to hear from anyone II II having matters to present. I,, Mr. Serr, of Serr' s Book and Stationery Company, introduced a representa- ;i, i tive of the Metal Office Furniture Company, (Los Angeles Branch) , Grand Rapids, ,(Michigan, who discussed and filed. with the Board tentative plans and estimated costs I for steel filing and counter equipment for the new City Hall. Action was deferred d II I' ( pending further consideration at two o 'clock, P. M. , Friday, November 8. 1940, by ' ( Council members . 1 _BID$ II This being the time set for opening of bids for gas furnaces for heating :the new City Hall, the following proposals were submitted, publicly opened and E! declared: - b Home Equipment Compy, Redlands, California Acme Sheet Metal Works, Riverside, California. Upon motion duly seconded and adopted the proposals were referred. to Councilmen 'Peterson and Clapp and the Engineer, for consideration and recommendation. Ii I 1 A change in plans for sidewalks at the north and west of the City Hall 'building from brick to cement was duly authorized, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, IIseconded by Councilman Peterson. _REPORTS 1 The following reports were presented and ordered tiled: Treasurer, BuildingInspector Health Department, Laboratory, III tests, City Judge for the month of October, 1940; and the Clerk for the quarter ending September 311, 19 9. Ji Engineer Hinckley reported that the Edison Company was removing the pole II II 1,at the NE cor. Cajon and Vine Streets, per suggestion of this Board. ICouncilman Krum, under Petition #4260, V. P. Hunt (nuisance) operations !at 620-32 East Citrus Avenue, stated that he would have something definite to report 'relative to same at the next meeting . PLANNING COMMISSION 11 I The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held at 9:00 o'clock, A. M. , November 6, 1940, was presentedand ordered filed: ;I il li Petition of Mrs. Irene H. Reynolds to take out the trees and ;I widen the East side of First Street from West State Street 'I south of the alley, conforming to the widening of said First Street to the South of the alley, was taken upon the ground and after discussion, on motion of Hinckley, seconded by Rigby 4;1 was duly carried. Provided, that the electric pole at the corner of the alley be moved, and provided fizrther-. that the trees removed be replaced by the hardy type of cocos plumosus palm. I The commission then took up the petition of Neva V. Story, to remove the olive trees along the north line of Clark Street, in front of 20 West Clark Street. In view of the fact that the olive trees were very effective, the petition, as moved by Gunter, and seconded by Ford, was carried. Provided that said olive trees were re-placed by planting the same trees now growing on the east--the Bottle tree or Sterculia. II The recommendations of the Commission were duly approved upon motion of Councilman it Rees, seconded by Councilman Peterson, with exception of the proviso "that the electric pole at the cor. of the alley be moved", was not approved. BUSINESS LICENSES j Councilman Krumm reported that the Committee to which the matter was referred, had agreed to accept a license fee from Herron, Crystal Springs Water dispenser, at the rate of $6.00 per annum to December 31, 1940. After discussion, a motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the action of the Committee be ratified, and that his (Herron's) classification from and after January 1, 1941, be under Section 37 of Ordinance #794, providing for a fee of 6 .00 per quarter,,;, was duly adopted. _APPLICATIONS ', The following applications for employment were presented and ordered filed: I Joe Underhill 818 East Brockton Ave. , Redlands Arthur J . Pontney 901 East Citrus Ave. , Redlands (Signs) Applications for permission to hang signs at-- . 4 NW core Colton & Orange Santa Fe Oil Company 200 East Citrus Avenue Geo L. Williams 320 East Central Avenue A. & P. Tea Stores (4 signs) were presented and ordered filed. The said applications having been approved by the Building Inspector and Commissioner, were duly granted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees. (Keep Animals) The application of R. T. Nash to keep two cows at 615 West Lugonia Avenue, was granted, per recommendation 'of the Sanitary Inspector and Secretary of the Board If Health. IICOMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented. and ordered filed: From Major Burgheim, March Field, expressing appreciation to Mayor Gunter or his co-operation in the U. S. Army's efforts relative to selection of a site for I National Guard training units; From State Railroad Commission advising of rate hearing of Southern California Gas Company, at Los Angeles at 10 A. M., Thursday, November 7, 1940; I From local archers, program of State tournament, to be held here November 9 I I land 10, 1940 1 r50 From Chairman American Education Week Committee, advising. of an address 1 at the High School Auditorium on the evening of November 14, 1940, by Dr. Perigord of U. C. L. A. ; A copy of the "Construction Safety Orders" of the Industrial Accident Commission, effective October 1, 1940; I, ;I From Supt. of Schools Branigan, relative to water service at the Craftonl School, which was referred to the Engineer, Fire Chief and Councilmen Peterson and Rees, for consideration and recommendation; From Division of Highways relative to 4¢ Gas tax allocation quarterly payment October 1, 1940. A communication from Division of Highways, relative to stop signs, etc., - at Orange Street and Lugonia Avenue (State Highway route) was presented by the Engineer and ordered filed. The Engineer and Street Commissioner were authorized to,. II li! carry out the recommendations of the Highway Department. RESOLUTION &In Lieu" Tax -- Liquor License Prorate) ill Upon recommendation of the Clerk and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded ' by Councilman Krumm, the following Resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, The City is receiving certain revenues from I' the State, known as "In Lieu" Tax (Motor Vehicle) and "Liquor Pro-rate" Tax; and !I WHEREAS, The law provides, and the State Controller urges, a separate account or fund relative to the distribution of said monies; h NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That for the currect fiscal year, said revenues be deposited in the General City Fund and that a separate account account of same be set up by the Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the following items of expenditure be charged against the "In Lieu" Tax Account: The full amounts of salaries paid to the two motorcycle traffic officers and supplies11 and equipment for same; Painting traffic lines and pedestrian lanes; 40% of salaries paidthe regular Police force; 40% of salary paid the City Jusge; 2% of salary paid the City Attorney; also any and all specific expenditures for traffic regulations; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the following items of expenditure be charges against the "Liquor _ r Pro rite Tax account: 35% of salaries of regular Police force; 35% of salary of City Judge; 3% of salaryof City Attorney; , also any and all specific expenditures. CHRISTMAS DECORATION _ _ The matter gf Christmas Street decoration was discussed at some length, 'y after which a motion by Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the j City appropriate $300.00 for purchase of materials, was duly adopted, with Councilman's I1Krumm, retained over his protest, to represent the City as to details. 51 WATER DEPARTMENT (Igo Account) Controversy over the settlement by a former Council of a bill due the City Water Department by Rhea Igp, was again raised by Councilman Krumm, and the City Attorney was directed to submit to this Board at once, his opinion as to the legality of said settlement. The question of p yment to the Water Department for water used at the Oriental Avenue Swimming pool, operated under W. P. A. and Committee, was discussed with Councilman Peterson contending that the department should be paidfor the water 'I from funds collected by the Committee and Councilman Clapp contending that said funds ll' were used by the Committee for general recreation expenses, and that he would submit,; Ia statement very soon covering same. No action was taken. _TAXES Upon recommendation of the Tax Collector and Finance Commissioner, and I I upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, unanimously adopted, the delinquent date for the 1st installment of City taxes was extended to and includ- ing November 12, 19_10, and the Tax Collector was authorized to accept tax payments accordingly. _HALLONELEN Police Commissioner Krumm reported a minimum of damage to property on Hallowe'en night, and praised the efforts of the 20-30 Club and others in the success of the program. A vote of appreciation to all who rendered service and aided in the program was voted and the Mayor was directed to convey the appreciation of this Board to all interested parties. UNIFORM BUILDING CODE The adoption of the 1940 Edition of the Pacific Coast Uniform Buildirg Code was considered and the Building Inspector was directed to submit to this Board a list of the changes contained in same, upon motion duly adopted, with Councilman Peterson 1 and the Mayor voting "No". CEMETERY Councilman Rees submitted a sale-purchase form p (providing for 90 days credit, with 6% interest on unpaid balance) for use by the Cemetery Department. Referred to the City Attorney for preparation and printing. EAST L➢ .ONIA_MJ UA • WAT..FR COMPANY II For the purpose of correction and clarification of the records of the City Council meeting of August 7, 1940, the following order was unanimously adopted: On motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the minutes of the Council meeting held on the 7th day of August, 1940, were amended as follows: EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY The above matter was again discusses and a motion was made, ;I seconded and carried by the positive vote of Krumm, Peterson, and Mayor Gunter, with Clapp and Rees voting No, that the original offer of the City to the Stockholders as contained in the City Attorney' s letter to the said Company and the r52 officers and members of the board of directors, under date of May 24th, 1940, be enlarged and. incfeased by the City and to offer in addition thereto, the particular five acres parcel on the West line of the Company's property along the Bear Valley Water Company's Canal as requested by the committee IIwhich met with the Council on the 17th day of July, 1940. How- ever the water development on this parcel was to be limited to j the development of 100 inches of water. The City Attorney was ' instructed to communicate this action to the Company.anY • 11 ,_LEAVE_O AB_S aCE 1 Upon request,•:Councilman Rees was granted a leave of absence from the State for three or four weeks. 1 II cIEEK—camm.1T_T kS ii IIh II The Mayor suggested that the Clerk give written notice to members and 119 chairman of all Committees as appointed, and it was so ordered. 9 full SCELLAN E0I1S Pepper and other street trees infected with Red Scale and parking hours L in the business district were considered at some length and left in the hands of the ''; ,' Street and Police Commissioners respectively for action and report or recommendation to this Board. 1' Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commiss- ioner. No further business demanding attention, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, IIIseconded by Councilman Rees, the meeting adjourned to 2 o'clock, P. M. , on November 8 11 1 i.94O, to meet at the ,Gity Hall, State and Third Streets. '; Attest: 11 ��// _C� ity Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.'] .,t. (71.444-t/ittfl 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 11 I I Redlands, California November 8, 1940 2 O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the City Hall, State and Third Streets. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerkl I iHook, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. 11 Absent: Councilman Rees and Treasurer Tripp. ' 1 A communication from Mrs. Pearl C. Floyd, 527 West Olive Avenue, tendert: Ming for sale to the City a 26 drawer, Kardex cabinet, was presented and ordered filed tr __COUNTERS !, II The question of counters and files for the new City Hall was considered ) and determined to call for sealed proposals for Grade A steel counters and filed per blue prints and specifications on file in the City Engineer 's office for lease purchase, a()% cash and 18 equal monthly payments on balance. I 53� HEATING In the matter of heating_proposals submitted November 6, 1940, it was 111 recommended that new proposals, per plans and specifications on file in the Engineer'!,s office, be called for on lease-purchase plan 10% cash and 18 equal monthly payments on the balance, and the former bids were rejected and ordered filed. LIGHTING The matter of lighting and lighting fixtures was considered at some length, being determined to use the Florescent type-of lighting generally, and to call for sealed proposals on a lease-purchase plan of 10% cash and 18 equal monthly payments on the balance, per plans and specifications on file in the office of 'the City Engineer. The three above proposals were called for opening_ at 2 o'clock, P. M., November 20, 19_4.0. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned., Attest: 1 C "y Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.; - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California November 20, 1940 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley . Absent: City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp and Councilman Rees. In the absence of City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk protem for this meeting . i Minutes of the regular meeting of November 6 and the adjourned regular 1 meeting of November 8, 1940, were read and approved with the correction that Attorneys Wilson was not present at the November 8th meeting_ Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, duly adopted, bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner,',. COiMiUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From Chamber of Commerce relative to plans for a parade on Friday night November 29, 194 From Works Projects Administration to Mayor Gunter relative to approval of project No. 65-1-07-117 to complete construction of City Hall building; Er-.om .Gald,Banner Association relative to Annual meeting of the stock- Fr- 54 IL H holders to be held November 20, 1940, the Mayor having named Councilman Peterson to frepresent the City; ij From League of California Cities, Public Utilities Bulletin #16. APPLICATIONS ISI , The following applications for employment with the City were presented 1 B11 and ordered filed: S. P. Manning, for tree trimming work C. R. McAdams for employment in the Street & Water Depts: Jim Baucum for employment as Cemetery Sexton (Animals) Application of Charles Walton for permission to keep six pigs at 523 Cajon Street was presented and denied upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Council-1 ,man Peterson, as per recommendation of the Secretary of the Board of Health and jSanitary Inspector. Application of Zorrin F. Wood for permission to keep 1 dozen chickens at 810 Campus Avenue, resented and ordered filed, no action deemed necessary by P was P li the Council. _REPORT S Report of Laboratory tests for the first part of November, 1940, was 'presented and ordered filed. Report of the activities of the Redlands Community Recreation Committee for the period July 1 to September 30, 1940, inclusive, was presented and ordered filed, BIDS (Steel Equipment) This being the time set for the opening of bids for steel counters and equipment for the New City Ball, the following bids were submitted, publicly opened !'and declared: Remington Rand Inc. $ 1,784.41 Stockwell & Binnei 1,881.19 W. K, Davis Company 2,056.60 ,Serr Stationery Company 1,795.86 ,A motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the Mayor appoint , 'a Committee consisting of himself, the Engineer and two Councilmen with power to act, hwas duly adopted. The Mayor named Councilmen Peterson and Clapp. Proposal of Barnum & Flagg Company, San Bernardino, was received at ''3:25 P. M. The delivery man was advised that it was received too late to be considered "with the other bids and ordered filed. (Heating Equipment) This being the time set for the opening of sealed proposals for heating ' equipment for the New City Hall, the following_proposals were submitted, publicly 1opened and declared: 11 Acme Sheel Metal Works $ 2,589.80 San Bernardino Sheet Metal Works 2,383.00 The Harris Company 4469_89 5� -ll Councilman Peterson moyed that the Mayor appoint a Committee consisting of two Councilmen, himself and the Engineer, with power to act, which was seconded by Council- man Krumm and duly adopted, whereupon the Mayor named Councilmen Krumm and Peterson 11 to serve on the Committee. (Electrical Equipment) This being the time set for opening of bids for electrical equipment for the New City Hall, the following bids were submitted, publicly o.,pened and declared: I E. P. Snyder $ 3,618.95 Redlands Electric Company 3,169.25 Valley Neon Service 2,394.85 Incandescent Supply Company Individual unit bids Frick Electrical Company Individual unit bids Councilman Krumm moved that a Committee be appointed by the Mayor, consisting of two (Councilmen, himself and the Engineer, with power to act, which was seconded by Councilll man Peterson, duly adopted. The mor named Councilmen Krumm and Peterson to serve oni the Committee. All bids as per plans and specifications on file in the Engineer's office. The matter of purchase of furniture for the Council chamber and Mayor'sa !office was brought up by the Mayor and after due consideration Councilman Krumm moved that the mor appoint a Committee consisting of two Councilmen, himself and the IIEngineer, with power to act, to purchase the necessary equipment, table and chairs fors, Ithe new Council Chamber, seconded by Councilman Peterson and unanimously adopted. The Mayor named Councilmen Peterson and Clapp. Councilman Krumm moved that the Mayor appoint a Committee consisting of two Councilmen, himself and the Engineer, with power to act, to purchase the necessary equipment and furniture for the Mayor's office, seconded by Councilman Peterson, unanimously adopted, whereupon the Mayor appointed Councilmen Krumm and Peterson to serve on the Committee. V. P. HUNT COMPANY - Nuisance The question of the V. P. Hunt Company place of business and the nuisance thereat, was discussed with no action taken. II ATTORNEY ,L. M. W. Company I I IIThe City Attorney requested permission and authorization to consult with O'Melveney and Meyers, Los Angeles attorneys, on the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, broposed plan of settlement, said service not to exceed the sum of 1200.09. Upon lotion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, unanimously adopted, the II request was granted. r_RESOLQTXOJ4 (Re, Death of E. J. Underwood)-(Albert Irelan) The Clerk advised the Council of the recent death of E. J. Underwood, I a former member of the City Council of this City, .and Albert Irelan, City employee, and the following Resolutions were uanimously adopted and flowers ordered sent: I WHEREAS, death has again taken from us a former member, in the person of 1 E. J. Underwood; and II WHEREAS, Mr. Underwood has been connected with the civic, business, and social life j! of our City for a number of years, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City Council hereby express its deepest regrets in the passing of Mr. E. J. Underwood; that said hI Resolution be spread upon the records of this Council and a copy trans- mitted to the widow. fl ii ( Re, Death of Albert Irelan) WHEREAS, death has again visited the group of City employees and claimed Albert Irelan; and WHEREAS; Mr. Irelan rendered an efficient service in the Street Department for a great number of years; and it WHEREAS, the City has lost a loyal employee; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVE-1j, That the City Council hereby express its sincere sympathy to the members of the family; that said Resolution be spread upon the records of this Council and a copy transmitted to the family. No further business demanding attentan, on motion the meeting adjourned. r' Attest: City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. ,] II ; I - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0rr - �I Redlands, California December 4, 1940 Two Otclock, P. M. A gular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Attorney i; ' Wilson and Engineer Hinckley . i Absent: City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp and Councilman Rees. In the absence of City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson was appointed to act ,i ! as Clerk Pro tem for this meeting. Minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. PETITIONS Petition signed by Bogie 135 residents urging that the present location for the card amusement players be retained, was presented and read by the Clerk. ' I Petition. of some thirty residents in the neighborhood protesting the !moving of the card and checker tables to the park immediately west of Grantc.Street, ' was also read by the Clerk. 'General discussion followed and Benjamin C. Torrence, it hist 57 - - - - Mrs. L. Smith, Stephen K. Ligday, C. C. Jewell and Mrs. Eva Severence were heard. No action was taken at this time, the matter being left oven for a later meeting. II Councilman Rees entered the Council Chamber at this time and took his place at the table. _C_O"SN&UN L( ATI9ri,S The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From Redlands 20-30 Club thanking the City Council for its co-operation in the Hallowe'en program; From the Realty Company of Redlands, relative to placing insurance on the furniture and fixtures at the New City Hall; From Federal Works Project Administration, Notice of approval of project No. 0536-1750 (Work Project No. 12118-6) , to improve storm water drains, curbs, gutters streets, etc; ii From the Chamber of Commerce Safety Committee relative to angle parking ion Orange Street from Citrus Avenue to Highway #99; From Emerson Bros. Manufacturing Company, Los Angeles, relative to license fee for automatic oop corn vending machines in the City. No action was taken;i pending a report from the License Collector on vending machines license tax. Cards acknowledging appreciation of sympathy from Mrs. E. J. Underwood II and the Albert Irelan family were presented and ordered filed. II APPLICATIONS The following applications for employment with the City were presented !and ordered filed: Mary Louise Pettingill for general office work Betty Smiley for locker girl at Sylvan plunge Carl Sepulveda for janitor at City Hall or other bldg d Peter Kooiman for tree trimmer S. A. Skinner for inspector for eradication of Red scale (Signs) The application of Andy Purvis, Jr. , for permission to hang a sign at I, 17 West Central Avenue, was presented and ordered filed. Same having been approved by the Building Inspector and Commissioner, was unanimously_granted, upon motion of Councilman rumseconded Km, by Councilman Rees. Reports of the Clerk and Treasurer for the month of October, 1940; and the Health Deoartment, Building Inspector and City Judge for the month of November, it 1940, and Laboratory tests for the second part of November, 1940, were presented and ordered filed. II PLANNING C_OMM S.a1OB The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of December 3, I'Illi 1940, was presented and ordered filed: Regarding the petition of F. Fortson, for permission to erect a porch along the Union Avenue side of his house at 936 Sixth Street, nearer than four feet to the street, the commission recommended that the petition be g ranted. 'Pr-58 Regarding the petition of J. R. Berry, for permission to I remove the pepper tree on Dreka Street at 1705 Washington II Street, the Commission recommended that the tree be trimmed II but not taken out. II Regarding the petition of Wuholas Zylman, for permission toII I remove the acacia tree on Ninth Street at 425 East Citrus Avenue, ,. the Commission recommended that the petition be .g ranted. ii II Regarding the petition of Mrs. L. L. Jones, for permission to I remove the pepper tree in front of 818 Alta Street, the Commission recommended that petition be granted providing j II the acacia tree was replaced with a palm tree. III ' Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the recommendation : I of the Commission were unanimously approved. II ORDINAiNCES ss II Ordinance No. 820, adoptin the American Standard ' Safety Code for I. ; Mechanical Refrigeration, as approved by the American Standard Association, April 201, li 1939, was readnand laid over under the rules; II Ordinance No. 821, adopting the ChD Edition Uniform Building Code, i subject to exceptions previously adopted by the Council, was introduced and laid over' under the rules. _sl_._P. HURT - Nuisance i Councilman Krumm reported pro ress in the matter of nuisance at the I il II V. P. Hunt Company place of business, 620-32 East Citrus Avenue. 'I II I II (Equipment e I I - NewCity Hall) I The following recommendations were made by the Committees appointed at the last meeting to study the bids submitted for purchase of fixtures and. equipment 'I H far the New City Hall; That the lighting fixtures be purchased from the Valley Neon Service for the sum of $3,076.80; II ,1 That the furnace equipment be purchased from the San Bernardino Sheet ii Metal Works for the sum of $2, 383.00; ii 1 That steel counter equipment be purchased from Remington Rand, Inc . , 1 for the sum of $1,784.41, II according to their bids submitted at the last regular meeting. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the recommendations of the ICommittees were unanimously approved, and the Mayor and Clerk were authorized toentel. ' into contracts according y. All other bids were rejected and ordered filed. �j j __PUBLIC BUS SERVICE VI II Councilman Krumm suggested the need of a public bus service in the City and recommended the establishing of a municipal bus system. The matter was discussed IS briefly, other Council members voicing their opposition to such a proposal. SOUTH AVENUE I The matter of removal of pipe from under the driveway at 19 South Avenue; was again considered, Mr. A. D. Smith feeling that he should be compensated by the it ! City for damages to his pipe. Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Council- i' 1s I man Clapp, the matter was referred to Engineer Hinckley to determine the amount of the 5 claim, with Councilman Rees and Mayor Gunter voting "No" . MISCELLANEOUS Dedication of the New City Hall, City ' s attitude and intentions with respect to the 1941 Orange Show exhibit, and lack of Christmas decorations on Central Avenue, were discussed without action. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commiss- ioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned . Attest: City Clerk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 0 0 0 0 0 0 Redlands, California December 18, 1940 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp and Attorney Wilson. Absent: Councilman Rees and City Clerk Hook. The meeting was called to order by the Mayor and Paul Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk Pro tem for this meeting. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the reading of the minutes of the regular meeting held on December 4th, was deferred. _BIDS (Gasoline, Oil, Tires) Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, duly adopted, ttte Clerk was directed to call for proposals for supplying the City with gasoline, oil and tires for the year 1941, to be opened January 2, 1941. ORDINANCES Proposed Ordinance No. 820, adopting the American Standard Safety Code for Mechanical Refrigeration, introduced on December 4, 1940, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes: None Absent: Councilman Rees Proposed Ordinance No. 821, adopting the 1940 Edition Uniform Building 'i- Code, subject to certain changes previously adopted by the Council, which was introduced on December 4, 1940, was read and adopted by the following vote: 'yes: Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes: None Absent: Councilman Rees 60 Councilman Rees entered the Council Chamber at this time and took his place at the Council table. SACRAMENTO STREET E. S. Libby addressed the Council at this time, relative to the proposed " extension of Sacramento Street to Highway 99. The matter was discussed at some length and determined to all meet on the ground after this meeting for further consideration. COMMUNICATIONS I The following communications were presented., read and ordered filed: From University of Southern California, relative to School of Government b next June 9-13, 1941; From Chamber of Commerce in appreciation for the Christmas decorations; 1 I From League of California Cities, Public Utilities Bulletin #17; From Dr. John A._Schreck, relative to horseback riding in the City and -proposing a bridal path. REPORTS Report of Laboratply tests for the first part of December, 1940; City Clerk .and Treasurer for November, 1940, was presented and ordered filed. LIBRld3Y E EG Communication from Charles H. Clock, President of the Library Board of Trustees, relative to the expiration of the terms of J. J . Prendergast and Joseph K. Choate on December 31, 1940, was presented and ordered filed. Upon recommendation of ' Mayor Gunter and motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, unanimously adopted, Messrs. Prendergast and Choate, were re-appointed for the term ending December 31, 1943. PLANNING C_OMIt'�,IS&0J The Mayor reported the expiration of the term of I. Ford on the Planning , Commission, December 31,.. 1940, and recommended his re-appointment for the term ending' December 31, 19/. 4. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson„ the recommendation of the Mayor was unanimously .adopted. APPRECIATION A vote of appreciation was unanimously accorded the donors of the Christmas pirit as evidenced by the fruit, candy, pop corn and peanuts on the Council table (an annual exhibition) . Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commiss ioner. NEW CITY HALL _-... Councilman Peterson recommended and moved that enamel partitions be placed in the toilet rooms throughout the New City Hall, which was seconded by Councilman Krumm and lost by the following vote: _Ayes: Councilmen Krumm and Peterson Noes; Councilmen Clapp, Rees and Mayor Gunter. 61� Councilman Clapp then moved that enamel partitions be used only in the toilet rooms in the basement and wood be used for the rest of the New City Hall, was seconded by Councilman Rees and duly adopted, with Councilmen Peterson and Krumm voting "No" . No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting_ adjourned to January 2, 1941, at 2 o' clock, P. M. Attest: i ► ' ify Clerk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I Redlands, California January 2, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, (California, held at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street, the regular meeting date being a holiday (January 1, 1941) . Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Deputy , 1City Clerk Pettibone, Engineer dinckley and Attorney Wilson. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the regular meetings of December 4 and 18, 1940, were read and approved. BIDS (Gasoline) This being the time set for opening of bids for supplying the City with gasoline, oil and tires for the year 1941, the following bids for gasoline were presented, publicly opened and declared: 1st structure 2nd structure 3rd structure Associated Oil Company .1090 .0923 .0873 I. General Petroleum Corporation .1237 .1037 .0987 Richfield Oil Company .1237 .1037 .0987 Gilmore Oil Company, .1237 .1037 .0987 Sinal Oil Company .1090 t .0923 .0873 Seaside Oil Company .1090 .0923 .0873 Standard it Company of California .1090 .0923 .0873 Union Oil Company of California .1237 .1037 .0937 Shell Oil Company of Calif. n .1090 .0923 .0873 ,Councilman Krumm moved that award be made to the three "local" Companies having the lowest bid, viz: Associated Oil Company, Shell Oil Company and Standard Oil Company, Which motion was lost for lack of a second. Councilman Peterson moved that a Committee be appointed, including the Mayor and Engineer, to study the bids and make the award, which motion was lost for lack of a second. A motion by Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that award be made to the five lowest bidders, was duly adopted with Councilman Krumm not voting. All other bids were rejected and ordered filed. Fr- 62 (oil) The following bids for supplying the City with oil for 1941, were presented, publicly opened and declared: Associated Oil Company General Petroleum Corporation Richfield Oil Corporation Gilmore Oil Company Signal Oil Company Seaside Oil Company Standard Oil Company of California Union Oil Company of Calibrnia Western Auto Supply Company Redlands Oil Company A motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the bids be referred to the Engineer and Purchasing Department for consideration and purchase of the best ' oil for use of the City, and report their action to this Board, was unanimously approved. (Tires) . The following bids for supplying the City with tires for the year 1941, were presented, publicly opened and declared: Western Auto Supply Company Gail Gowland Redlands Oil Company Gilmore Oil Company Signal Oil Company Peterson's Super Service No award was made, the bids being referred to Councilman Clapp, the Engineer and Mayor for consideration and recommendation to this Board. The Mayor announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present, whereupon Henry Wilson, E. S. Libby and F. Arthur Cortner lead a discussion relative to impyovement of Sacramento Street. They were mostly concerned about making it as straight and safe an entrance into the City as possible doing away with the "S"-turn that now exists. 'Mayor Gunter stated that the Council and- Engineer] Hinckley met on the ground and decided to, leave the Street as is at this time, that a'! sidewalk may be put in later. C. H. Clem suggfisted the purchase of a triangular piece of property frog Mr. Clapp as a way of straightening the street, which was discussed p. pro and con, Mr. Libby expressing that this, in his opinion, was the only way of straightening the street and that it should be put in good condition in fairness to the people on Citrus Avenue. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Rees seconded by Councilman Krumm, that the present line of Sacramento Street be left as per map and plans on file in the Engineer's office, was duly adopted with Councilman Peterson voting "No" . COMMUNICATIONS i 1 The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From Nevada-California Electric Corporation giving the City permission to have access to and to ooerate the oil switches at sub-stations #1 and #2, this City, II ' and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, the , keys were accepted and the Mayor authorized to sign the acceptance; From Nevada-California Electric Corporation expressing appreciation for business and co-operation during the year 1940 ;! From the American National Red Cross, Washington, D. C. , Official report of relief operations. 63 Communication from Hahn & Hahn, Lawyers, Pasadena, California, relative to leasing of East Lugonia properties by the City, was presented and action deferred until next meeting. APTLIQNJS The following applications were presented and ordered filed: Geraldine Pepper for stenographer, typist, general office work Wilma Feltenberger for position of stenographer Gerald J. Barry for position as Janitor or assistant Richard E. Shipley for position as assistant Janitor Henry Tucker for position as Janitor Jerome F. Phegley for gardening or work at Cemetery Clifton Mathews for work in Street or Water Departments George Miller for clerical position Forrest Krager for general labor Frank Mello for motorcycle patrol officer iiLorne F. Sanders for position on police force Reports of the Building Department and City Judge for the month of December, 1940, were presented and ordered filed. Councilman Rees reported that a credit of 1928 inches had been applied to , the Finch water exchange bill, leaving a total of 4519 inches due the City as of December 1, 1940 . PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of January z, 1941,, jwas presented and ordered filed: Regarding the petition of Arthur E. Anderson, for permission to remove the acacia tree at 204 East Olive Ave. on the Sonora. St. side, it was moved by Mr. Ford, seconded by Mr. Wilson, that petition be granted on the condition that a similar tree',be replanted 101 or 121 north of the present location. Carried.. Regarding the petition of Neva V. Story, for permission to remove the 3 olive trees on the Clark St. side of 225 Fourth St. The trees were already removed. Approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the recommendations of the Commission were duly approved. ___VL. P. HUNS -- Nuisance Councilman Krum reported that V. P. Hunt had agreed to do everylbillg requestedso as to abate the nuisance at his place of business 620 East Citrus Avenue. ORIENTAL AVENUE SWIMMING un ' ! Payments for water at the Oriental Avenue Swimming Pool were again consid4 ered, together with cost of operation, some feeling the same rate as Sylvan pool, should be charged. After due consideration, it was determined to cancel the amount of the charge for the _y-ear 1940 season and to make other arrangements for operation of the pool for another year. —LEASE -- City Property Frank Moore addressed the Board regarding the lease of City property limmediately east and adjoining the City Pumping Plant on Roosevelt Road. He stated This desire to clean up the property and plant to citrus, which was discussed at some III X64 length, and Councilman Peterson moved that the Attorney be directed to draw uo a lease for not less than five years and to continue until such time as the City wants to take the property back; that after the first five years tb make a reasonable charge of perhaps _$25.00 per year, with the priviledge of taking it back at any time without, compensating Mr. Moore. The motion was lost for lack of a second. After further consideration, a motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, that the Attorney prepare a lease for $25 .00 per year (a year to year proposition) , Mr. Moore to pay all taxes, the City having the right to take the property back at any time, was duly adopted with Councilman Peterson voting "No" . _1GD—�9!ates�i�l� Attorney Wilson verbally reported that in his opinion the former Council acted within their rights, in the matter of the Igo water bill adjustment, and no further action was taken. CHECKEI CARD PLAYERS Moving. of the card and checker players from Smiley Park was considered briefly and it was determined to ask the Planning Commission, Beautification Committee and the Telephone Company to submit their recommendations at the next regular meeting. Councilman Clapp reported that the proposed Park-Playground at Ninth Street and the Railroad was not available but that the colored Recreation had been taken care of by rental of the St. Paul A. M. E. Church, 6th and High, for $15 .00 per month. —N EY,LC7,T.X_HALL Dedication of the New City Hall was next considered, relative to working out a program and partifipation by the various service clubs. Councilman Clapp moved that a citizens committee be appointed to consult with the Council, which was lost for lack of a second. Councilman Krumm felt the Council should make their own plans for the occasion, and the matter was laid over until next meeting. Mayor Gunter reported the purchase of $484.00 worth of furniture for the Mayor' s office in the New City Hall and asked that it be ratified by the Council. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the action of the Mayor was unanimously approved. Purchase of venitian blinds was also considered and upon motion of Council= man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, duly adopted, the Committee (Gunter-Peterson'- Krumm) heretofore appointed, was authorized and directed to purchase such blinds as deemed necessary. CDDJiTBY_C LUB Mayor Gunter stated that the Redlands Country Club had changed hands and was anxious about the City ' s position regarding their agreement with the Club for yment for water. Other members felt the Citv's position would not be changed in the transfer. COUNT fELE,PHONE SERVICE payment by the City for radio-telephone service with the County was discussed and since other Cities were receiving such service without charge it was 65 determined to bill the County for one-half of the cost of operation of the line since' July 1st, 1940. ' FIRE HAIL_ Mayor Gunter stated the City had been offered for purchase for a new Fire Hall site, three lots Nos. 11-13, Blk 14, Town Plat, on south side of Central Avenue (120 feet) for 1,7 000.00 net, and that another 40 foot lot was availlabi- . Building. Jof a Fire Hall on the City ' s property on Highway_99 and Texas Street was also considered. Councilman Peterson moved that the Mayor appoint a Committee to investigate and report at the next meeting but no action was taken pending .a report of the Fire Underwriters relative to insurance rates if location is changed. CHRISTMAS TREE Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly. ;adopted, the Mayor was authorized and directed to write a letter on behalf of the Council and City Hall employees thanking Mr. Levering for the beautiful Christmas tree donated for the City Hall. CITY TAXES Redlands School District asked that the second installment of taxes be cancelled on the land recently purchased for the new Lincoln School, Lots 1 to $ & 11 to 20 Incl. , Walker Tract and Portion W- SE; Blk 28, Barton Ranch, in the sum of 11. 8 stating same had been done by the County. Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, the Tax Collector was authorized to accept 1p yment in conformance with the County. _SAFETY COMMITTEE Councilman Rees stated there had been complaints relative to lack of co-operation of the City as regards the recommendations and work of the Safety_ Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, they feeling that since their time was all donated the work sholudbe' recognized. It was generally agreed they were doing good work, but no further action was taken. ET:2E LI4E i I Engineer Hinckley stated that Allen Break, Bryn Mawr, offered to turn over a pipe line to the City with about 18 to 21 connections, as they had no facilities for, testing, etc. , and that they could all be put on a regular monthly $1.60 City rate. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly adopted, the 'Mayor, Water Commisioner' and Engineer Hinckley were directed to investigate and report their recommendations at the next regular meeting. _,STOPS GN - Terracina & Olive � Councilman Krunm reportea the need of stop signs, stopping traffic both ways on Terracina at Olive which was referred to the Police and Street Commissioners ! with power to act . Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. �I A 66 No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. ,I i Attest: City Clerk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.11! - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California January 15, 1941 Two O' clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held : at the Justice of Peace Office in the Hall of Justice, 215-17 North Fifth Street. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Deputyi City Clerk Pettibone, Engineer Hinckley and Attorney Wilson. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of January 2, 1941, were , ,read and approved. The Mayor stated that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. Clarence Black, Jas. B. Stone and Henry Wilson presented the matter of ' entertainment or some sort of gesture, giving recognition to the draft groups when ''they leave, stating it had been suggested that the American Legion take over this duty; , but they were not financially able to do it . They felt it should be sponsored by the ; City and Chamber of Commerce, suggesting it need not be an elaborate affair but some ;. ' recognition should be accorded each group that left this district. The matter was ' discussed at some length and upon motion duly seconded and adopted, the Mayor appointed with power to act, is Committee/consisting of Councilmen Peterson, Krumm and Clapp to work with the ,American Legion, Elks and other interested organizations and contact the draft board !and determine what should be done for each group, Qom-HALL - C rn nStone 11 ' H. A. Ross, of the Riverside Monumental Works, addressed the Council relative to a corner stone for the New City Hall building, and presented samplesof a r ,bronze tablet and black diamond granite stone types at $36 .90 and $40.00 respectively, Jplus 3% sales tax, for four lines--$1.00 per each line extra. Upon motion of Council! 'man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krum, duly adopted, the Mayor was directed to ',appoint a Committee to determine the kind to purchase and what was to go on it, with 'power to act. Councilmen Peterson, Rees and Krumm were named to serve on this 'Committee. HIGY SIGN �I Mr. Myers of the Chamber of Commerce reported that the paint was peeled off the back of the Redlands neon sign on Highway 99 at the west entrance of the City ',' 67 The matter was referred to the Street Superintendent and Commissioner. ALT CAQ�S The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From an interested Pomonian regarding the control of souirrels; From Arthur Williams, Los Angeles, seeking aid in matrimony; From A. D. Smith, South Avenue, relative to the amount paid for damages to his driveway pipe. The Council considered the matter closed, Mr. Smith having been paid for the amount of the damage, as determined by Engineer Hinckley; From Recreation Equipment Company, Anderson, Indiana, relative to supply ing the City with Recreation equipment; From the Clerk of the County Board of Supervisors, relative to the radio- telephone toll charge; From the City Clerk, Colton, California, giving notice of the next regula._ meeting of the Citrus Belt Division of the League of California Cities to be held in Colton on January 24, 1941; From the Redlands Community Hospital enclosing a check in refund of '.1. 0 accepted and emergency case of Armond Wilson, which was/ordered turned over to the Treasurer; From the Chamber of Commerce, seeking payment of the $500.00 appropriated for the National Orange Show exhibit, which was ordered paid, together with such labor as supplied by the Park Department; From the City-wide Events Calendar Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, seeking co-operation of the City and other organizations in sponsoring such a calendar. L. H. .Myers of the Chamber of Commerce being present, spoke in favor of the proposal and the Mayor named Councilman Clapp and Attorney Wilson to represent the City; A communication from the Tru-Ad Company, relative to a discount for cash pment, and submitting a proposed contract for purchase of the lighting fixtures for the New City Hall building, -was-presented and ordered filed. It was determined to pay cash ($3,076.00, less 1%) taking advantage of the discount as confirmed by them, A communication from E. 0. White & Sons, San Ysidro, California, for permission to keeo bees at 1429 West Park Avenue, was presented and denied. Council- man Krumm stated he would give him permission to locate the bees on his property in Hemet, and the Clerk was directed to advise Mr. Smith accordingly. —__APPTC:ATTONS The following applications for employment with the City were presented and ordered filed: C. E. Jarrett for employment in Street or Water Dept. James Hardman for position as caretaker of City Hall and/or Smiley Park Charles Pratt for position on Police force Richard J. Lowry for motorcylce officer Toy E. Hudson for job of mechanic, welding, painting James Loomis for traffic painter, truck driver, etc . Robert Evelyn for traffic painting, etc . �EtTtQNS Petition No. 4267, Robert H. Walker, 624 Harding Drive, for permission to 68 build within eight feet of Clifton Avenue instead. of ten as provided in the local ordinance. Same having been approved by the Planning Commission and 'adjoining property owners, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the request was unanimously approved. ##,### Petition ho. 74--E. & S. Saldana, error in taxes-See page 69 1 Petition of Mrs. H. A. Richardson, et al, for the walling and cleaning out. of the storm drain and Zanja between New York and Tennessee Streets, was presented and ordered forwarded to the District Flood Control Committee for action, the Council,; Jeeling that no further action was necessary by them, same being in the hands of the , flood control district . The Clerk was directed to notify Mrs. Richardson accordingly: R EQRTS Treasurer and Reports of the/Health Department for December, 1940, Laboratory tests for the second part of December, 1940, and of the Mill Creek Water Owners for the year fending December 31, 1940, were presented and ordered filed. Attorney Wilson presented a report of the release on payment to the City .I by the Insurance Company for damages to City property (light post) in connection with the Gardner vs Perkins accident on August 9, 1940. The sum of $12.93 was accepted, Il the other half to be paid by Mr. & Mrs. H. L. Perkins, and the Mayor and City Clerk were authorized and directed to sign the release. I! OIL - TIRES Engineer Hinckley reported that the Committee had determined that the II I bid of DeRoo and Gowland for supplying the City with oil for the year 1941, was �j 1 lowest and best and award had been made to them. The action of the Committee was II duly ratified and other bids were rejected and all ordered filed. Engineer Hinckley reported that the Committee to whom the tire bids were referred at the last meeting, was not ready to report as yet, and the matter was laid ) over until next meeting. Councilman Clapp reported there had been complaints made to him of unnecessary speeding on Cajon Street, which was referred to the Police Commissioner. _J42W CITY HAL__ Dedication of the New City Hall was discussed with reference to the kind of program and the date. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, the iyor was authorized and directed to appoint a Committee to Larrange the program and date of the dedication. Lease-purchase contract with the San Bernardino Sheet Metal Works in the i amount of $2,383.00, for payment of the heating equipment for the New City Hall, was !I ( presented and discussed with reference to payment being made in full. Upon motion oflll JCouncilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that cash be paid in lieu of this p ( contract providing a suitable cash discount is allowed, was duly adopted. Purchase of seats for the Council Chamber was considered and upon motion Fof Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted,the Committee appointed for purchase of furniture for the New City Hall, was authorized and directed to purchase the necessary chairs. 69 PURCHASE - MOTORCYCLE Police Commissioner Krumm stressed the need of a new motorcycle in the Police Department and also a new car, recommending the purchase of both. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Peterson, duly adopted, the purchase of an Indian motorcycle with radio equipment, trading the old Indian for $200.00, was authorized. F1RE�RALL Mayor Gunter reported that the Board of Fire Underwriters recommended that the Fire Hall be maintained in the main part of town with a sub-station on the south side. A motion by Councilman Krumm that the City take plans for building a New Fire Hall on the City 's property at Texas Street and Highway 99, was seconded by Councilman Rees and resulted as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Rees and Krumm Noes: Councilmen Clapp and Peterson The Mayor declared the motion lost and action was deferred until a later date. COUNCIL MEETINGS Upon recommendation of Mayor Gunter and motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the following Resolution chang ' _ the .lace of Council meetings, was unanimously adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that commencing the fifth day of February, 1941, the place of holding the regular meetings of the City Council of the City of Redlands, shall be in the Council Chamber, (basement) of the new City •Hall building, at the Northwest corner of Cajon and Vine Streets, at Two o'clock, P. M. on the first and third Wednesdays of e each month. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest: .11 411:e City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands„California. ##### Petition No. 74 for correction of error in Assessment No. 2945, E. & S. Saldana for 1940 taxes, was duly granted upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California February 1, 1941 Eight O 'clock, A.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, regularly called by the Mayor and held in the Mayor' s office of the New City Hall building, NW cor. Cajon and Vine Streets. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Peterson and Mayor Gunter and Deputy City Clerk Pettibone. Absent: Councilman Krumm. - 70 The Mayor stated the object of the meeting was to endeavor to reach some) agreement in settlement of the old Country Club water bill of $1410.64. Volney Kincaid spokesman for the Country Club Committee, stated they would now have available an r 1 1 ,Ilinstrurnent for liquidation of the amount, that they were in a position to pay $183.631 in cash and turn over Mr. Johnson' s uersonal note of $750.00 to the City. The Mayor , i P presented a letter from Mr. Johnson in which he stated he would be in a position to pay $50.00 on the note on March 1, 1941, and $50.00 each month until the note was Il paid out. Councilman Peterson voiced disapproval of accepting the note unless endorsed by the Country Club, which also seemed to be the opinion of other members ofi! ( the Council and Attorney, but Mr. Kincaid stated the Country Club would cease to ( exist when taken over by Mr. Johnson and he could see no object in their endorsement r ' on the note. mor Gunter presented a plan he had worked out, whereby the Club nay l 288.14 in cash, the City accept a note of Mack Johnson for $750.00 payable in twelv4 r, jl '! equal payments and give them credit allowance of $372.50 for the balance of the year Has per previous contract. The Country Club Committee was excused for a short periodl1 rwhile the matter was discussed further among Council members and the Attorney, but I II Councilman Peterson still felt the Country Club should be willing to stand back of Ij the personal note of Mr. Johnson since they were the ones who contracted the bill. ( The Committee was called back for further consideration but no agreement was reached rand it was suggested they call Mr. Johnson and ask him to come in for consultation, I�which was done. Mr. Johnson stated he was not in a oosition to offer any security for his note at the present time, that the very best he could do was to pay it out on1 ha monthly basis. Councilman Peterson suggested the Country Club make a large enough cash payment to bring the note down to $500.00, but Mr. Kincaid said their former ii 1cash payment offer of $183.00 was all they could do. After further discussion the Committee retired to the hall for private consultation and upon their return Messrs. Kincaid-Nutter-Cone personally agreed to raise the cash payment to $288.00 contingent on the City' s accepting the $750.00 note of Mack Johnson, which proposition was recommended by the Mayor. Councilman Clapp moved that in as much as they were winding ,up with the Country Club the ity accept payment of their water bill as follows: II $ 288.0 payment in cash III accept note cf 750.00 of Mack Johnson, payment to be worked out with him I 372.50 credit allowance for balance of year on previous contract agreement, which was seconded by Councilman Peterson and resulted as follows Ayes: Councilmen Clapp, Rees and Peterson Noes: None ,1 Absent: Councilman Krumm The Mayor declared the motion carried, stating they wanted to see the Country Club continue and to keep the good will of the City. Mack Johnson expressed his aPpreciation of the courtesy of the Council and agreed to make a $50.00 payment on his note on it ' February 10, 1941, the balance to be paid in twelve monthly payments. Attorney Wilson was directed to prepare the note accordingly with interest at the rate of 5%. II The above agreement abrogates the previous contract-agreement with the Country Club. III 71� DRAFTING ROOM Councilman Rees sought the attitude of the Council relative to moving ll the Drafting Department from the Engineer's office 1g the vacant room across t e halt at the NW corner of the building, stating they were too crowded and there was too ,much confusion. Councilman Peterson questioned the convenience of someone having to I 1 Igo across the hall to see if they were in and to call them to the phone when wanted. I i Engineer Hinckley was called in to express his opinion in the matter, stating they could operate in either office--that ,the one across the hall would be very nice if it , , was not going to be used for anything else. The matter was referred to the Engineer and Commissioner of the Department to be worked out to the best advantage. 1 Councilman Claop received permission to be excused from the meeting at !this time. Mayor Gunter reported that the furniture had been ordered for the (Council Chamber. dl No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. (Attest: dity lerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - - 0 0 - 0 - 'I Redlands, California February 5, 1941 I Two O ' clock, P. M. The first regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held in the Council Chamber (basement) of the New City Hall, at the NW corner of Cajon and Vine Streets. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and. Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Cooper and a number of citizens. The Council table was bedecked with flowers, gifts 1, of the Redlands Daily Facts and City Hall caretakers Underhill and Fortson, to whom a vote of appreciation was extended. II Mayor Gunter called the meeting to order and in a few well chosen remarks referred to the fact that this is the first regular meeting of the City Council in the New City Hall building . He commended the work of former Councils and urged the co-operation of Councilmen, officials and citizens in an effort to move forward in the path of real progress in civic and community affairs. The minutes of the last regular meeting and the special meeting of February 1, 194.1, were read and approved, the action of the special meeting being ratified at this time. � ISI 72 The Mayor then announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. Rev. Dirksen, 7th Day Adventist, sought permission of the Council for an extension of time to May 1, 1941, for removal of the gospel tabernacle temporarily i I located at SW cor of Orange Street and Pearl Avenue. Upon motion. of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the request was granted. RECREATION - PLAYGROUND B. C. Torrence, representing the folks who use the present City Hall ' park site for recreation and playgrounds, addressed. the Council in a plea that no it change be made in the location. Communications were read from Chairman of the Beautification Committee of the Contemporary Club; City Planning Commission Committee:;. Manager of the Telephone Company, recommending a change of location; from C. C. Jewell recommending the "Mitten" lot on Fifth Street, north of the S. P. R. R. ; and from the Executive Board of the Contemporary Club pledging its support to whatever action the Council takes in the matter. After due consideration, a motion by Councilman Krumm, , that the City purchase 50 feet off the west end of Lot 6, Blk E, Smiley Addition, and move the recreation and playgrounds from the present City Hall site to a place in the park west of Grant Street and east of the roadway through the park, was seconded', I by Councilman Peterson, and duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Krumm and Peterson ! ' Noes: Councilmen Clapp and Rees it I The Mayor supported and. declared the motion carried. Park Commissioner Clapp raisedl' the question of funds for the transfer and for sanitary provisions, and was assured by li ' majority members that the transfer and construction would be made as fast as practical. _APPLICATIONS An application for hanging a sign over the sidewalk at 23 Cajon Street ) I (Tibbett' s) , approved by the Building Inspector and Commissioner, was duly granted l upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm. j II The verbal application of A. Welbanks, for pp permission to erect and operate a confectionery stand on the Johnson property just west of New York Street oh the south side of Highway 99, was presented by the Clerk, and duly granted., upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm. The following applications for employment with the City were presented ,; and ordered filed: Mrs. Gladys Cruz for typist and file clerk F. A. Mathew, D. V. M. for position of City Veterinarian Lardner Moore for locker boy at Swimming pool Bonde Moore for employment of general labor Joseph T. Hook for employment in St. Dept. , at City yard or tree dept. Richard C. Waite for employment in Street Dept. bene A. Bethurum for employment with the City Walter Wagner for motorcycle officer � REPO$T� Reports of the Judge, Building Inspector, Board of Health for the month; of January_, 1941; laboratcxyN tests for the week ending January 19, 1941, and Clerk's 'I liII ----11111111191 73 financial report for the quarter ending December 31, 1940, were presented and ordered filed. .PLAN 'ING COMMLUIDN The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held February 4., 1941, was presented and ordered filed: It was moved by Mr. Ford, seconded by Mr. Rigby, and carried that the Planning Commission recommend that the petition of J. A. Boberick to remove two Pepper trees on Terracina Avenue at the corner of Fern Avenue, be denied. It was moved by Mr. Ford, seconded by Mr. Rigby, and carried, that the petition of Jessie Story, to remove the 2 Olive trees in front of 320 E. Stuart Avenue, be denied. The Petition of H. J. Smith for permission to establish and ] operate a set of cabins or a bungalow court on the East side of Beacon Street between Clark Street and the triangle of Church Beacon and Fern, was presented. On examination of the Zoning Ordinance No. 813, it was found that such a use was permitted and the Planning Commission deemed no action was necessary on said petition. The recommendations of the Commission were duly approved, upon motion of Councilman iii IKrumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. 1 WINE2E "Wunkes A report of the State Board of Equalization advising of its acceptance of the withdrawal of the application of Peter J . Wumkes for wine manufact-!I urers license at 922 East Lugonia Avenue, was presented and ordered filed. RADII _5_ELEEHQN E A communication from Southern California Telephone Company advising of the discontinuance of the charge of $44..00 per month for radio telephone, police ( department, was presented and ordered filed, same being now furnished by the County. _POLICE DE'ART/ N.T Police Commissioner Krumm announced the appointment of Richard J . Lowry., , Mentone, California, as a policeman (motorcycle officer) , vice W. E. Patterson, resigned, service to date from February 1, 1941, salary $120.00 per month, with a $5.00 per month increase after each 12 months service, until the maximum salary paid II motorcycle officers is reached. The action of the Commissioner was duly ratified by the Council. DEED _ The City Attorney presented. a duly executed deed to the City from Pablolll Duarte, single, for a portion of Lot 16, Elk B, Peller, Pratt and Kendall Sub. , for H , Sacramento Street .improvement. The deed was accepted and ordered placed of record. DEFENSE PROGRAM The question of leave of absence and retaining_position open for City I employees entering Government service, was considered and determined that such employees drafted of specifically called y the Government would have a leave of absence, while those seeking Government service as preferable to City employment, would terminate their City service. Bills and salaries were ordered raid as approved by the Finance CommissIL. l' ioner. r4 All other matters were continued till the next meeting in deference to'i ' the Mayor, whose wife is quite ill at the Hospital. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. IlAttest: I City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. II 11 II � II �� II Redlands, California February 19, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular glace of meeting. present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. 'I The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. 11 'I SAFETY - TRAFFIC .Ted Fletcher of the Safety Committee of the local Chamber of Commerce, . ' addressed the Board and presented a sketch for diagonal parking on the south side of Brookside Avenue at front of the Post Office, between Eureka and the alley first west, II has recommended by the Safety Committee. Councilman Krumm urged that it be extended west to Grant Street. After due consideration, a motion by Councilman Rees, second-il ped by Councilman Peterson, that the plan of the Safety Committee be approved, was duly ladopted, with Councilman Krumm voting "No". Judge Collins presented a rough sketch of proposed lighting, pedestrianI lanes and parking on East Colton Avenue, near the University of Redlands Library. Referred to the Street and Police Commissioners and Engineer for investigation and II I (' report. RECREATION II A number of residents in the area near the proposed new location of Ij recreation facilities in the park west of Grant Street and east of the park roadway, ( were present and protested the change from the present (City Hall park) site to the ( new location as approved at the last meeting of this Council. A general discussion , was had by parties interested and Council members, after which, a motion by Council- it Ilman Rees that the action of the Council at the last regular meeting authorizing the ( said change of location, be reconsidered, was seconded by Councilman Krumm and duly , li .adopted, with Councilman Peterson and Mayor voting "No" . Further action was deferred to a later date. A communication from Redlands Civic League (colored) J. R. Collins, � II 75 President, urging that better facilities in a less hazardous location than Sixth Street 11 be provided for colored folks, was presented and discussed, but action deferred for 1 further consideration. CITY DIRECTORY A. R. Schultz, Jr. of the Arthur Commercial Press, advised. the Council of the publication of a new City Directory-1941, soon ready for distribution. The Council authorized the purchase of six; one each for the Clerk, Treasurer, Police, Fire, Attorney and Water Department. HEALTH I iilil W. W. Fenton of the County Board of Health, addressed the Council, on [health matters generally and assured Council members that the County Health Board was ll' ready to render any service possible when called by the City* Dr. Folkins, the local Secretary, whose salary iS paid by the County under present arrangements, stated that the local Board appreciates the fine co-operation of the County Board and will avail itself 9f the generously-tendered service when occasion arises. DELINQUENT TAXES N. L. Levering, addressed the Council relative to its policy for collect- ion of delinquent taxes, and urged that the City adopt a definite pro ram. He further, suggested and recommended that the City have the County assess and collect its taxes. He was assured by the Mayor and Council members that due consideration would be given his suggestions. �P_'1`LZ�6�ION�S (Billboard) An application of B. J. Meekler for a billboard on the south side of Highway 99 about 300 feet east of Tennessee Street, was duly granted, upon approval of the Building Inspector and Commissioner. In connection with applications for signs and billboards, it was deter. mined that permit issue directly, upon approval of the Building Inspector and Commis- sioner, without being_presented to this Council, upon motion of CouncilmanClapp, seconded by Councilman Krum. (Employment) The following applications for employment with the City were presented and ordered filed: Norman E. Sanders Tractor operator--diesel or gas Dewey Herbst Cemetery or other available work Thomas Goodman locker boy at Sylvan Park plunge Albert Warren Thompson Police position LeRoy E. Powell Janitor and maintenance work Howard L. Hanson Rodman and chainman F. W. Bertels City Veterinarian (Erect building) The application of H. T. Smith for permission to erect a building nearer the Street line on West side of Church Street between Clark and Fern, than the Building I I Code provides, was presented and laid over till the next meeting, pending action of the Planning Commission. '76 (Bees) II An application of W. E. White, San Ysidro, California, for permission ' to place several colonies of bees in the Arth grove near the north end of Texas Street, and the Zandbergen grove at New York Street, was referred to the Police Commissioner with power to act. ORDINANCES Proposed Ordinance No. 822, Regulating the Location, Erection, Mainte- Il nance and Conduct of Auto Trailer Camps, was introduced and explained by the 'City I I Attorney and laid over under the rules. Proposed Ordinance No. 818, Prohibiting Trespassing and Loitering on [ Certain Classes of Property, introduced August 7, 1940, was ordered filed for future 11 reference and action. j it _REPORTS ji Report of the Clerk for the .Quarter ending December 31, 1940; milk analysis for the month of January, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. Statement of the Southern California Gas Company for the year 192.0, (: showing franchise tax due the City in the sum of2,277.86, was presented and ordered, filed, and the check in said sum placed in the Treasury. TIRES Councilman Clapp, Chairman of the Committee to whom the bids for tires ) was referred, reports that the Committee recommends that purchase be made in the open'' P Ilmarket as deemed best, and that all bids submitted on January 2, 1941, be rejected, it i and it was so ordered, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson. COMMUNICATIONS it The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From State Railroad Commission, relative to Southern California Edison and Gas Companies rates; From Chairman of the local Selective Service Board in appreciation of I co-operation of the Council in "send-off" luncheons, etc., for selectees from Redlands; From League of California Cities, Public Utilities Bulletin ##18; From Chairman Fletcher of the Traffic and Public Safety Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, endorsing stop signs at Terracina Blvd. and Olive Avenue and opposing same at Terracina Blvd. and Fern Avenue; From San Bernardino Valley Junior College, relative to youth employment course; From City of Upland, advising of meeting of Citrus Belt League at seven' o►clock, P. M. , February 28, 1941; From F. S. Gunter in appreciation of expression of sympathy in his I Ili recent bereavement in the loss of his wife; From Industrial Accident Commission enclosing "Window Cleaning Safety 'IIi ) Orders" effective January 1, 1941; From Congressman Sheppard (telegram) advising of Presidential approval ' of W. P. A. Project 0211-improve streets and drainage facilities; 77 From Geo S. Biggin, Insurance Agent, advising of rate deductions in change of location of City Hall, and endorsing a check for 1 .17, refund on policy No. 163644 premium. CIGARETTES - Mincirs A communication from W. 0. Mulligan, President of the Coordinating 1 Council, relative to purchase of cigarettes by minors through certain vending machine , was presented and ordered filed. Referred to the Police Commissioner for action. RESOLUTION No. 553 (Close portion of Mill Street and an alley in McKinley Heights Tract) Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the following Resolution was unanimously adopted: RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS, that that portion of Mill Street in said City described as follows: Beginning at a point on the East line of Mill Street 40 feet North of the North line of Sacramento Street, thence North 33 degrees 40 minutes West to the South line of West State Street, thence along said South line of West State Street to the East line of Mill Street, thence along said East line of Mill Street South to the point of beginning; also that certain alley which runs North and South in McKinley Heights Subdivision in said City, lying between lots 16 to 24 and lots 10 to 15 in said subdivision (reserving to the City of Redlands a right of way for the construction, maintenance and operation of public utilities in said alley) , BE AND THE SAME ARE HEREBY CLOSED, VACATED AND ABANDONED: IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED that it appears to the City Council of said City, that there are no costs, damages or expenses occasioned by or arising out of the closing of said streets as aforesaid, and that no assessment is necessary to pay any costs, damages or expenses for the same; P I THEREFORE, no commissioners are appointed to assess the benefits or damages for said work or to have supervision thereof. RESOLUTION NO. 554 (Sacramento Street - Extension and Improvement) Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krum:, the following Resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS a Resolution of Intention has been duly passed and adopted by the City Council, a Notice of Public Work has been duly posted and published, and a Resolution Ordering Work To Be Done has been duly passed and adopted by this City Council in connection with the original Resolution of Intention No. 554 for the widening, opening, and extension of Sacramento Street, and it further appearing that the title to said parcels of property herein- after described is vested in the City of Redlands (title to Parcel Two having been acquired by said city without cost by Deed, dated January 31st, 1941) , and no protests or ob- jections having been filed to this proceeding, which pro- ceeding was regularly and duly conducted in all respects, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City Council of the City of Redlands deems that the public interest and convenience requires, and it hereby dedicates for street purpose those certain three parcels of property, hereby declared to be portions of Sacramento Street as now extended, which are described as follows: PARCEL ONE. Portion of Lot 1, Block °C°, Peller, Pratt and - endaliubdivision, as per plat recorded in Book 5 of Maps, Page 22, San Bernardino County records, California, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of said Lot 1, thence South along the East line of said Lot, 26 .70 feet, thence Northwesterly 53.97 feet to a point on the North line of Lot 1, thence along said North I 'i line Easterly 46.90 feet to the point of beginning . PARCEL TWO. Portion of Lot 16, Block 1BHH, Peller Pratt it and Kendalflubdvision as per plat recorded in Book 5 of Maps, ;I Page 22, Sap Bernardino County Records, California, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Lot 16 thence Northwesterly 66.40 feet to a point on the West line of said Lot, said point being 40 feet North of the Southwest corner of said ot, thence South 40 feet to the Southwest corner of said Lot; thence East 53 feet to the point of beginning. PARCEL THREE. That portion of Lot 1, Block 27, Second 1, Pre13.Tnary� of Redlands, in the City of Redlands, County I; of San Bernardino, State of California, as per plat recorded in Book 5 of Maps, page 2, records of said County, lying West of Mill Street, as laid out on Map of Feller, Pratt and Kendallts Subdivision of part of lot- 27, Block 77, Rancho San Bernardino, and part of Lot 1, Block 27, Second Preliminary Nap of Redlands, P, saving and excepting thereform that portion conveyed to the City { of Redlands for West State Street by Deed recorded November 16, 1896, in Book 227 of Deeds, at page 287. FINANCIAL - Transfers, etc. . A demand of H. B. Jenkins, 135 Center Street, for services rendered in ' removal of a dead cat from under the Ross apartments at Center Street and Olive Avenue, l was presented and denied. The cat being on private property, it was determined that 1 the bill should be paid by the property owner and the Clerk was directed to so advise Mr. Jenkins. ,_TARN$FERB Upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to make the following transfers of funds: From Property Owners Project Fund to the General City_Eznd-Street 1 Department (to January 31, 1941) $ 193.00 From $g Gas Tax St. Imp. Fund to the General C,ity_d, for Maintenance (to February 2, 1941) $ 2,780.22 From 11 Gas Tax It. Imp. Fund to the General City Fund, for Construction-Cajon Street (to January 1, 1941) 63,229.00 $ 6,202.22 jper statements filed by the City Engineer. From the Water Department (temporary) to City Hall Bldg.Fund $ 4,000.00 CEMETERY Cemetery Commissioner Rees presented a report of Superintendent Hartman of certain data .gf Cemetery activities. He verbally presented the request of, Mr. Hartman for an allowance for gasoline in the use of his own car on City business.' ! The matter was discussed at some length with a recommendation that the Commissioner give serious consideration to the purchase of a car for use of the Cemetery Superint-i endent. �IN UA 1_CE Upon motion, the Mayor named Councilmen Clapa, Bees, and Peterson, and Treasurer Tripp as a Committee to consider the question of insurance on the City Hall ' , building and contents; burglary and robbery alarm system, etc. , and report their recommendations to this Council. r_MATER_DEPARTMENT A proposal of Allen Break, Bryn Mawr; to turn over to the City a certain pipe line supplying domestic water to 18-20 residents of Bryn Mawr, Verbally presented 79 1 by the City Engineer January 2, 1941, was Again considered. Upon recommendation of the Committee and motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the proposal was accepted and the Attorney and Water Department authorized to take such ( steps as necessary to place same in effect. CRAFTON SCHOOL Upon recommendation of the Committee and motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, it was determined to 1_y a larger main for water 1 I service to the Crafton School apd district, per plans of the Engineer and Water Department. COUNTY MUSIC PROJECT_ Led by Councilman Clapp, the sponsorship of a County Music project by the City was considered, being estimated that it would cost the' City approximately ill $200.00 a month and that five Redlands musicians would be used. Councilman Krumm voiced opposition and other members questioned the need, resulting in no definite action. CITY BANNER Councilman Clapp brought up the question of a banner for the Redlands Mounted Police. After due consideration, an appropriation of approximately 15.00 to l! purchase a "City of Redlands" banner for use in parades, etc. , was made and referred to Councilmen Clapp and Peterson for action. � �S��iEET BANNERS - c9st_, etc __ �i Councilman Rees sought a definite policy relative to use of Street ' banners, etc. , purchased by the City and placed in control of the Chamber of Commerce and the expense of putting up and taking down being borne by the City . "Dollar Day", I' sponsored by merchants, caused the question. After discussion, upon motion,- the Mayor appointed Councilmen Clapp, Rees and Krumm as a Committee to formulate a plan for use and control of the banners. POLICE DEPARTMENT Police Commissioner Krumm announced and the Clerk read the resignation of Richard J. Lowry (recently appointed) from the Police force, which was accepted and ordered filed. Commissioner Krumm then recommended and moved the appointment of Lorne F. Sanders to the position. Councilman Clapp suggesting that more time be Liven to general consideration of the personnel of other applicants as well, the motion received no second. The Police Commissioner protested other Council members "butting in" on Police Department matters, and quite a war of words developed between the Police Commissioner and Councilman Clapp, who suggested that the Council Ro into executive session for general consideration of personnel of the applicants. The Police Commissioner declined and left the Chamber after again insisting that a flag be displayed on the front of the City Hall building_. The four remaining members then went into executive session and discuss- ed personnel and matters generally, after which session Councilman Rees seconded the recommendation and motion of the Police Commissioner for the appointment of Lorne F. , Sanders, which motion was adopted by the unanimous vote of the four members present, A 80. service effective February 21, 194, salary $120.00 per month, with a j5.00 per month increase after each twelve months service until the maximum salary paid is reached. FSE DEPARTMENT Fire Commissioner Gunter reported the selection of Harold Snyder and '1 � 1 Walter Wagner to the regular force of the local fire department at a salary of $120.00 per month, vice Ed Swan and Virgil White, resigned. The action of the Commissioner was duly ratified upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman! Clapp. . SALARY & WAGE The question of salary and lime adjustments in the police and fire 1departments was discussed with action deferred for further consideration; EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY The City Attorney reported progress relative to East Lugonia Mutual 1 Water Company matters, and requested a meeting of the Council for further considera- Ition. March 1, 1941, at 9:00 o'clock, A. M. , was fixed as time for same. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance I I Commissioner. ,No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned,. I Attest: /21(e‘247:t C ty Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 9 - 0 - 0 - I�i I ISI Redlands, California March 1, 1941 Nine O'clock, A. M. This being the time to which the last regular meeting was adjourned, and no Council members being present, the Clerk declared the meeting adjourned. Attest: 7e",1"5 • City Clerk, City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1I I I ISI �I 81� Redlands, California March 5 , 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Krum, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent: Councilman Rees. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor then announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. Mrs. Lucille M. Smith, 102 Parkwood Drive, addressed the Board and submitted Petition No. 4269, signed by a number of citizens, for the game tables and horse shoe courts to remain in the City Hall park, and Petition No. 4270, that no card or game tables or horse shoe courts be placed in Smiley Park, between Grant Street and Olive Avenue. The matter was discussed briefly by parties interested and Council members, and the petitions ordered filed for further consideration at the! next meeting. ,1hAIL0 CAMPS L. 0. Wilcox, 609 West Colton Avenue, Auto Court operator, discussed with 111 Council members matters relating to proposed trailer camp Ordinance No. 822, upon which action was deferred for further consideration. CGMMUNXCAT1O.N_S II The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From School Superintendent Branigan, relative to establishment of Junior Employment Service at the High School; From Yucaipa grade school in appreciation of courtesies extended in a I recent visit of pupils to the New City Hall; APPLICATIONS The following aaplications for employment with the City were presented I' land ordered filed: Leroy Worthing for position in the Fire Department ' Rav Pattison for clerical work, recreational, life guard Willard Rickson for street work, truck driving Betty Simpson for position of locker girl at plunge Louis G. Danielson for position of locker boy at plunge Harvey Collins for position of locker boy at plunge George Squires for position on Police force Copl . John Pedder for Motorcycle patrolman or other duties REPORTS Report of the Treasurer for the month of January; Judge, Building Inspec- tor and Laboratory tests for February_, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. The Clerk reported the issuance of a permit to J. N . Dickerson to keep West one cow at 931/Cypress Avenue, per recommendation of the Secretary of the Board of Health. A report of the Gold Banner Association on sale of 1008 field boxes of r82 ------ navel oranges from the City' s Church Street grove with a check for $674.30, was presented and ordered filed, and the check placed in the General City Fund. ' A report of the Southern California Edison Company franchise tax due the . City in the sum of j1652.99 for the calendar year 1940, was presented and ordered filed, and the check placed in the General City Fund. � h The Clerk presented a copy -of purchase contract for liquid chlorine 0 signed by the Mawr whose action was ratified and ordered filed. SIXTH STREET AND PEARL AVENUE Petition No. 4255, N. L. Levering, et al for improvement of Sixth Street and Pearl Avenue, was ordered filed, the Engineer reporting that the W. P. A. program includes same. BJDJ - Water Ripe 1 This being the time set for operning of bids for supplying the City with water pipe, the following proposals were presented, publicly opened and declared; American Pipe & Steel Corporation $ .37 Southern Pipe and Casing Company .37 II I West Coast Pipe and Steel Company .38 Western Pipe & Steel Company .37 Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the bid of Southern Pipe and Casing Company, Azusa, California, was accepted and purchase authorized accordingly. All other bids were rejected. h ' RESOLUTION - Lot Cleaning Ii The City Attorney presented a Resolution establishing the whole City as ' a district for the removal of weeds from property and fixing the rate of minimum service charge at $1.50, plus the actual cost of cleaning. Upon motion of Council- ,i 11 ;, man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the Resolution was duly adopted, with .I I I Councilman Krumm voting "No" in protest to minimum service charge, and the Engineer was directed to give notice accordingly . 1 SAFETY —Traffic The Clerk presented a communication from the President of the Redlands I1 Investment Company protesting any proposal to remove pepper trees froth center of Brookside Avenue. This brought up a discussion of the action of this Board at its , last meeting approving a plan submitted by Mr. Fletcher of the Safety Committee for i' widening the south side of Brookside at front of the Post Office. After due considerl,- ation, a motion by Councilman Krumm to rescind the action taken at the last regular mleeting was seconded by Councilman Peterson and duly adopted, with Councilman Clapp voting "No". _AIE_LJ E STOP ' A communication from the local Chamber of Commerce requesting the Council to..adopt a Resolution endorsing the Western Air Express application for air 0 service between Los Angeles and Phoenix with a stop for this valleys area, was presented jiand considered by Secretary Myers of the Chamber of Commerce and Council members, !;after which, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the ihsk . 83� following Resolution was duly adopted: � WHEREAS, An application for air service between Los Angeles El Centro, Phoenix, Yuma, and San Diego with the San Bernardino-Redlands-Riverside-Colton Area as a stop on such route and has been filed with the Civil Aeronautics Board in Washington, D.C. ; And WHEREAS, The commercial, military and social interests of the four above mentioned cities require inter- city and connecting service with other Air Carriers throughout the United States as well as ground transportation facilities, And WHEREAS, The above four named cities constitute an Inland Empire with enormous industrial, trade and re- :creational development and a rapid rate of popu- lation increase which acceleration would be re- tarded without air transportation facilities, now THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE,City Council of the City of Redlands, California, endorse the inauguration and the maintenance of an airline by Western Air Express between Los ii Angeles, San Bernardino, Palm Springs, Yuma, Phoenix, and San Diego and request that its necessity therefore, 11 and convenience, therefore, be favorably considered by the Aeronautics Board. i BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this RESOLUTION properly signed and sealed be filed with the Civil Aeronautics Board in Washington, D.C. UTD COURT The application of H. T. Smith to build an auto court on his property was again considered. It developed that such building is permitted in said I fronting on Beacon and Church Streets between Clark Street and Fern Avenue,/district, that he will observe the required set backs prescribed by Code, 15 feet on Church Street and in line with other buildings on Beacon Street. A motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that a permit issue was duly adopted. —L_EA.GUL_OF Q LI�OEUL.CITI.ES A communication from Secretary of the League advising of the spring I conference of Mayors and Councilmen to be held in Fresno, March 7 & 8, was presented,l, and upon motion duly adopted, the expense for attendance was duly authorized. THEATRE - Smoking Manager of Fox-Redlands Theatre sought the attitude of the Council relative to a change in the Ordinance which will permit smoking in certain sections of the theatre. Mrs. Cranmer of the local Motion Picture Council, voiced an earnest protest to any change and requested the Council to defer action for further consider4l tion, and it was so ordered. RECREATION It Councilman Clapp advised of the opening of a reading room in Recreation l'! Center in the Lombard building on East State Street. He spoke of an impression among; service men of March and Haan Fields that they were not welcome guests in Redlands, Police Commissioner Krumm stated that such an impression was probably the result of I I arrests of some of the boys for drunkenness, etc. The Mayor was authorized and directed to communicate to the officials of the two fields the assurance that the ; ys are welcome, but are expected to conduct themselves as good citizens. I1 X84 OFFICES The matter of name plates for City offices in the City Hall was discussed, and determined to place signs at right angles to the side walls, with arm of mahogany) 111 and "Mitten-made" letters, under supervision of the Engineer and House Commissioner.! CEMETERY II In the absence of Commissioner Rees, the Mayor sought action of the Council relative to the acceptance of $160.00 from F. M. Hunter for endowment of portion of Lots 808 & 879J, and the cancellation of a certain charge of $27.00 for 1 annual care due by his brother Robert on said Lot. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, II , seconded by Councilman Peterson, it was so ordered. FLAGS, BANNERS, ETC. 'I The use of flags, banners, etc. for Street decorations and better street ! lighting in the business district, was discussed, also the need of Chamber of Commere.e ! folders advertising the City. Secretary Myers advised that 10.000 folders could be Thad at a cost of :approximately X130-150. A motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by ilCouncilman Clapp, that the Mayor act with the Chamber in the purchase of 10,000 ) folders at a cost m t to exceed Wo was duly adopted, with Councilman Peterson voting'; "No". STOLEN CAR The Engineer advised the Board that one of the cars belonging to the Water Department had been stolen. Water Commissioner Peterson recommended that no steps be taken at this time to replace the car, and it was so ordered. It was suggested by the Mayor that the applications on file with the 1i Clerk be consulted before selection of new employees is made. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned! ' to March 12. 1941, at 2 o'clock, P. M. ! Attest: City - Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 1 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California March 12, ;941 1 Two O 'clock, P. M. �I I This being the time to which the last regular meeting was adjourned, and no Council members being present, the Clerk declared the meeting adjourned. Attest: City Clegif-Lty of Redlands, iI California. 85� Redlands , California March 19 , 1941 Two O 'clock, P . M. A r_gular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees , Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter , City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. Absent : Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. A number of citizens interested in the proposed change in the Ordinance relating to smoking in the local theatre were present , and the Clerk presented a 'I number of communications relative to same . The Mayor announced that Mr. Mears of the Fox-Redlands Theatre , unable to be present at this session, had requested a postpone-j' ment of consideration, and upon recommendation of the Mayor it was so ordered. RECREATION James Raynor addressed the Council favoring the west of Grant Street pari location for the checker, card and quoits grounds. This brought up a general discus--I sion of the problem, and after due consideration, a motion by Councilman Krum, seconded by Councilman Peterson , to strike out the words "that the City purchase 50 feet off the west end of Lot 6 , Blk E, Smiley Add." , from the order of this Council adopted February 5, 1941, page 72 , book 16 , was unanimously adopted. A motion by Councilman IOrumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, to ratify the action of this Council taken on February 5 , 1941, with above deletion, was duly Mopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Krum and Peterson Noes : Councilmen Clapp and Rees The Mayor voted "Aye" and declared the motion carried. He assured Ws. Smith, 102 parkwood Drive and other protestants present , that there would be no set-up of F' recreation activities that would be detrimental to person or property. The matter ofl putting into effect this order , was planed -in the hands of the Mayor , Engineer and iipark Commissioner. '! _LIQUOR The Clerk presented notification of the State Board of Equalization of the application of James McGee Johnson for "on sale" distilled spirits at the Redlands Country Club, which was ordered filed , after a motion by Councilman Petersbn to protest same received no second . ._P_LANNIIPG_QQMMI SaI ON The application of Gordon Donald, builder, for permission to erect a court on the l E cor of East Central Avenue and Division Street ; and M. L. Cell for remodeling 426 Fburth Street , and erection of two smaller stucco bungalows at rear of 426 and 432 Fourth Street ; and Lizzie G. Coey for permission to change her residence building at 456 Grant Street to a duplex building, all being approved by the Planning Commission. After due consideration, the recommendations of the Commission were adoto n d. subject to j� 86 consent of adjoining property holders . APPLICATIONS The following gRplications for employment with the City were presented and ordered filed : Mrs. Ida M. Hubbard Matron of the Redlands pool Ilt116_Betty Craig stenographer Glenn E. Gibson position on Police force REPORTS Reports of the Treasurer and Health Department for the month of IFebruary_, 1941; Treasurer of the Community Recreation Committee for the quarter ending December 31, 1940 , were presented and ordered filed. LIVESTOCK The Clerk reported the issuance of a permit to Elsworth A. Luce to keep) three horses at 331_Ninth Street , per recommendation of the Secretary of the Board of Health. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed : From $xigadier General Colladay, U. S. A. , Camp Haan, to the Mayor, �Ilexpressing his appreciation of this City's tender pf its recreation faui].iti_e_s, to they, Camp personnel; From W. p. A. District Director Wynkoop, advising of the approval of Work project #12233-S for streets , drainage , etc; From U. S . Department of Agriculture , enclosing a check in the sum of $36.58 for the City's participation in the 1940 Agricultural Conservatinn_p o..g am; From Division of Highways, relative to estimated apportionment of the aLg as tax for 1941-43 biennium, etc ; From the .Mayor of San Bernardino , advising of the Citrus Belt League of California Cities meeting to be held at San Bernardino on the evening of March 21, 1941. ORDINANCE Proposed Drdinance No . 822, Relating to trailer camps , etc. , was continued for further consideration. �U INE5S S_ITE_=_Potest A petition No . 4271 , signed by J. D. Brummeler, et al , requesting the Council to deny a proposal to locate a grocery at 1003 Ohio Street , was presented. It 'developed that the building in. years past had been used as a grocery store , but it now occupied as a residence . Referred to the City Attorney with power to act--being 'I considered a legal question under the Zoning Ordinance. CEMETERY Upon recommendation of the Cemetery Commissioner , the Cemetery Superin-, tendent was authorized to permit the placing of a "marble" slab at the grave o'f veteran Claude H. Thompson, and the Clerk presented a communication from Veteran E. L. Danielson, representing the Veterans Organizations Committee , recommending that No . 5 of Rules and Regulations relative to use of the veterans Plot in the Cemetery, , 87 adopted December 13 , 1939 , be changed to read as follows ; "All headstones to be uniform and in conformity with that of either D. A. McBain's , with name , dates of birth and death, and service IIconnection, or Government regulation-gray granite stone". The recommendedchange was duly authorized and so ordered. DAMAGES The Clerk presented the claim of Harold Boyd , 1048 Cedar Avenue , City, for alleged damages to person and property_ in the sum of J33 ,500 .00 for accident at the II intersection of Cypress Avenue and San Mateo Street . A motion by Councilman Krum, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the claim be denied and disallowed in full, aid that any and all liability on the part of the City, its agents , employees and/or officers be , and hereby is , denied , was adopted by the unanimous vote of the Council. The claim of Harry E. Goodwin, Mentone , California, for damages to his auto in the sum of 416.44, purportedly caused by a hole and/or rock in Eget Lugonia Avenue just west of Wabash Street , was presented and referred to Street Commissioner, ' _Engineer and Attorney for investigation and recommendation. STREETS Street Commissioner Rees called attention to the bad condition of streets i recently improved , and filed a written resume of his findings , together with a recommendation that a full time Street Superintendent be appointed. The matter was I discussed at some length, and the Mayor requested an executive session of the Council at 1 o 'clock, P. M. , March 26 , 1941 , for further consideration. OFFICES The Engineer presented a sample board with "Mitten-made" letters for It the several City offices in the City Hall and sought final directions for 1 II lacing same . After due consideration, a motion by Councilman Clapp , seconded by ' 11 Councilman Krum, to rescind the order adopted March 5 , 1941 , for placing on arm at right angle to side walls and to place them in the pediment over each door and/or window, was duly adopted , with Councilman Peterson voting "no" . A letter from Architect Allen relative to same was ordered filed. I li COUNCIL CHAMBER The Engineer presented a proposed plan of seating arrangement in the Council I' II zoom, using 84 chairs in semi-circle with semi-circle Council table. The chair plan �1 as approved and purchase of a new Council table deferred to a later date. I WATER DEPARTMEf Stolen oar) Illi The Clerk was directed to call for proposals for supplying the City with a pick-up auto for use of the Water Department to replace the one lost by theft reported '' ll1 at the last meeting. FLAG_DISjLAY 1 The Street Department was authorized and directed to put up the decorative flags over this week-end on occasion of Y. M. C. A. conference meeting. , ___STREE.T—LIMI.NG , Street Commissioner Rees filed an estimate of cost for changing lights on S8 0. range Street , and upon motion of Councilman Krum, seconded by Councilman Clapp , the purchase of 48 lighting_globes at a price of 0.00 each, and the placing of 300 watt bulbs in thebbusiness district standards was duly authorized under plans of the, 111 Street Commissioner and Engineer. PURCHASES, ETC, The question of protective purchases of standard supplies and improvement of housing_quarters for equipment at the City_yards , was referred to the Mayor, Street and Water Commissioners , with power to act. it 4____BUS_INESS_ LICflS.E Fbenstra Brothers, local builders, appeared before the Council with a verbal request for relief from the payment of the J50.00 semi-annual business license payment , having failed to take advantage of the right to pay in January at ad 50% rate as provided by the Ordinance. The request was denied, with Council membra; stating that the present Ordinance is a product of the contractors and expressing I willingness to confer with the contractors on same . FLAG POLE it II A motion by Councilman Krum, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that a flag_pole be placed in the upper center window at the Cajon Street entrance to the j City Hall , was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Rees , Ioumm, and Peterson Noes : Councilmen Clapp and the Mayor Bills and salaries were ordered pail} as approved by the Finance Commies ii ioner. No further business demandingattention, on motion the meeting g adjournedl to March 26 , 1941 , at 2 o 'clock, P. M. , with executive session at 1 O 'clock, P. M. Attest : ' i i ark Mayo of the L ty orRedlands, California. I ' - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - ,11 Redlands , California March 26 , 1941 Two O 'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , IQ'umm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City !�, Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. Absent ; Treasurer Tripp . Reading of the minutes of the last regular meeting was deferred to the next meeting. 89 1 -- - AUDITORIUM USE The use of the auditorium, by the public was brought up by the Mayor and considered at some length by Council members, relative to the fee charge , etc . The Mayor announced that a free public dance on the evening of April 17th, in the auditorium was a part of the City Hall dedication program. He presented the oral request of the Contemporary Club for use of same on the evening of April 19th, 1941 , ( for a pay dance . After due consideration, a motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by i Councilman Clapp , that a fee of $50 .00 be charged for this particular dance with a ( proviso for a refund if the schedule of charges is finally fixed at a lower rate , was unanimously adopted. It was determined to immediately adopt rules, regulations and fee charges for use of the auditorium. LIQUOR PERMIT The Clerk presented two protests to the application for a permit for sale of distilled spirits at the Country Club, signed by approximately one hundred twenty- five citizens. The time for protest by this Board having expired , the protests were ordered sent direct to the State Board of Equalization, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson. WATER DEPARTMENT (Stolen Car) The Mayor reported the recovery of the auto recently stolen from the Water Department. The oar was found in Arizona, across the river from Blythe , Eiinest Hall , Agricultural worker, who phoned the local Police Department . Assistant Chief Peterson and Chas Jones of the Water Department went to Arizona and returned the car incurring an expense bill of $9.04 , including a $5 .00 reward to the man reporting: ' the oar found. The expense bill was duly authorized for payment to C. J. Tripp , City Treasurer, who advanced the cash. Councilman Krum insisted and moved that the expense bill be charged to W . Jones , who failed to comps with an order of the Council 'that City autos notein use be left at the garage on Oriental Avenue . The motion received no second. Water Superintendent Hinckley assured the Council that Jones has been specifically directed to comply with the storage order. APPLICATIONS The following applications for employment with the City_ were presented and ordered filed: Dan O 'Leary for life guard at the plunge Delia Buchanan for Bookkeeping, typing, collecting, etc. REPORTS Annual report of the Redlands Heights Water Company for the year ending February_ 28, 1941, was presented and ordered filed. (! ORDINANCE Proposed Ordinance No . 822, Relative to Trailer Camas , etc. , was again discussed and continued for further consideration. 4, THEATRE - Smoking II A number of communications protesting any proposed change in the ordinancel; r90 relative to smoking- in the gox-Redlands Theatre , were ordered filed for future 'I l 's reference . N. Y. A. _ I A communication from the Executive Secretary of the League of California Cities relative to personnel survey by N. Y. A. , was presented by the Mayor, and all1�I City officials and department heads were directed to co-operate in Supplying inform- ation, etc. The communication was ordered filed. II INHALATOR A communication from a Committee of the local Red Cross , recommending that the City_give consideration to the purchase of a new inhalator for use of the Fire Department , was presented and filed for future reference . Mr. Curtis , a demonstrator, exhibited to the Council the latest type of inhalators. it was determined to give consideration to the matter at the next budget mating time. The Mayor requested members to meet in executive session at 1 o 'clock, P. M. , April 2, 1941. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. l' II II Attest : City - . Mayor of the ity of Redlands , California. II I jll 1 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I Redlands, California April 2, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. ;II Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and. Engineer Hinckley . The minutes of the last regular meeting and the adjourned regular meeting of March '26, 1941, were read and approved. II _F3�LIC�TI.00N , Application of _ala, 612 Lawton Street, for employment with the City as stenographer, was presented and ordered filed. RE'ORTS Reports of the Judge and building Inspector for the month of March, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. !II (Harry Goodwin) The City Attorney reported that the Committee to whom the claim of ! Harry Goodwin for damages to his auto in the sum of $1.6,444 was referred at last meeting, 4 III � 91� recommends that the claim be denied. The matter was considered at some length, after' which a motion by Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Rees, that the recommend- ation of the Committee be approved, was duly adopted with Councilmen Clapp and Krumm voting "No". LLQUO.R The Clerk presented a communication from the State Board of Equalization advising of the issuance of a permit to James McGhee Johnson, Redlands Country Club, Ili for sale of alcoholic beverages, which was ordered filed . LEAGUE OF CALIFORN A C� IES League Bulletin #2, March 27, 1941, relative to certain bills now pending, was presented by the Clerk and discussed at some length after which a motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that this Council approve the action of the League relative to Assembly Bill #270 and Senate Bill #110, was duly adopted, with Councilmen Rees and Krumm voting "No" . TRAFFIC - Parking_ A communication from General Manager McDaniel, of the Mutual Orange Distributors, suggesting that the City oil and prepare the vacant lot on Grant Street south of the M. 0. D. , for use of "our people", and to prohibit parking on the south side of Brookside Avenue at the front of its building, was presented by the Clerk. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm,' the suggestion was denied, and the Clerk was directed to so advise Mr. McDaniel. WATER? DEPARTMENT The City Attorney presented a deed from Allen Break, Bryn Mawr, conveying Ito the City certain pipe lines, etc. , per action of this Council on February 19, 1941. The deed was accepted and ordered placed of record and the map of Tract No. 2137, showing the area to be served was ordered filed. SACRAMENTO STREET The City Attorney presented a deed from the City conveying to Pablo ! Duarte, a certain portion of Mill Street closed under Sacramento Street improvement, and the Mayor and City Clerk were authorized and directed to execute same for and on behalf of the City and have same placed of record. ___maLuau Proposed Ordinance No . 822, Relating to Trailer Cams, etc. , was again considered and several minor amendments approved, after which it was re-introduced Mand laid over under the rules. FIRE The Mayor presented and considered with Council members a "California ! Fire Disaster Plan", and the N ayor, Attorney and Fire Chief were authorized and directed to attend a meeting at San Bernardino on the j.th Inst. and report back to , this Council details as to plans. etc. 1 SII r92 BUI_NEB$ LICENSES j Councilman Clapp voiced complaints of licensed electricians as to one electrician doing contract work without a license. The matter was discussed at some II 1 length, and the Building Inspector was directed to file a complaint for violation of I l local ordinance coming to his knowledge. RECREATION Councilman Clapp sought the attitude of the Council relative to W. P. A. ill Project for certain improvements in the City parks at an estimated cost of $5,300.00,1 I and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, duly adopted, II with Councilman Krumm not voting, the Park Commissioner was authorized and directed II 11 1 to submit to this Council a plan of the_proposed work and improvement for considera- i tion and action at as early date as possible. L ' ECREET_S H (East Lugonia Avenue) it The matter of removal of an old pipe line (Drew) under Lugonia Avenue, I considered a potential hazard caused by cave-in, was considered from its several jangles. A motion by Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm, to correct the situation was unanimously adopted. Ways and means to this end were referred to the City Attorney and Engineer for report and recommendation. it 0 AUTO BIDS _ II 11,1 P Upon recommendation of Police Commissioner Krumm and motion of Council- I', man Clapp, seconded by Councilman bees, the Clerk was directed to call for sealed il II proposals to su pply the City with an auto for use of the Police Department, to be ' ,' paid for out of next years Police budget. 1 I _JAIL I 11 Police Commissioner Krumm advised the Council of unsanitary conditions at the local jail as to bedding, etc. He was authorized and directed to have the 'I 11 necessary laundry work done. The question of Janitor service and wage adjustments was ; briefly considered, the Mayor suggesting that the several Commissioners and department 1 heads confer and work our their own scheaules and adjustments for consideration by the entire Council soon as possible after the dedication of the City Hall. 11, 11 Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned II k to April 9, 1941, at 2 o'clock, P. M. I Attest: I: City lerkC Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. II tigkLe-44. cm,g) ' -CttLg,g„AL all ii ii rl - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0II - 1 1rl 93� Redlands, California April 9, 1941 Two O'Clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the gular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor then stated that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present . FRANCHISE Representatives of the Southern California Gas Company addressed the Council and filed an application for a gas franchise under provisions of the 1937 franchise act. The matter was discussed by Council members and the representatives and continued for further consideration at the regular meeting on May 7, 1941. ORDINANCE Proposed Ordinance No. 822, Relating to Trailer Camps, etc. , was again considered and action deferred to the May 7, 1941, meeting . APPLICATION The application of Leo M. Cordero, 539 East Stuart Avenue, Redlands, for work with the City, was presented and ordered filed. REPORTS Reports of the Health Department and Laboratory tests for the month of March, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. _RESIGNP_TION The writeen resignation of Joseph K. Choate as a member of the Library' Board was presented and tabled for future consideration. COMMTINICATLOLS A communication from Secretary-Treasurer,of California Sewage Works Association, advising of a meeting to be held at Santa Cruz on April 20-22, 1941, was presented and ordered filed. Fromerintendent of Schools Branigan, relative to water service at Crafton School and use of Sylvan Plunge during siring and fall. Councilmen Clapp and', �I Peterson with the Mayor, were appointed as a Committee to `consider the plunge matters' the water service at Crafton School being remedied. Ali A communication from W. 0. Mulligan, President of the Co-ordinating Council and from Junior High School Parent Teacher's Association protesting any change in the Ordinance relating to smoking in the local theatre, were presented and ordered filed for future consideration. LEA( TTF OF1 T,TFOR T TTTE The League Legislative Bulletin #3, (1941 Series) , was presented and the�ll, action of the League, relative to proposed legislation was duly approved, and the Attorney was directed to so communicate to Senator Swing and Assemblyman Russell. r94 HOLIDAY - - —- - - -- The matter of declaring the City Hall dedication day a holiday was considered at some length, resulting in the afternoon of A'p'ril 17, 1941, being declared j a half holiday, with pay, to all City employees. ____ADVEBTISEMENT After discussion, it was determined to place a one-third page City II advertisement in the April 16, 1941, City Hall dedication edition of the Facts at a II 11 I! cost Of approximately_$25-30, with Councilmen Clappand Rees opposing . ' BUSINESS LICENSE li The question of auction license fee, under Ordinance No. 765, was jl discussed at the request of Miller Furniture QurmadmxpecStore, 202 East State Street, 11 and after due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman ; Peterson, the following order was entered: With respect to the above request for an auction sale to be held at said Miller Furniture Store, it was considered that the facts of the case are covered in full by Section 14 of Ordinance No. 7942 and the auction is duly authorized upon payment of a ''I fee of $10.00 per day under said section. ; It was further determined to give special consideration and study to the several provisions of said Ordinance No. 765 at an early date. AUDITORIUM A committee composed of the Mayor, Councilmen Peterson and Krumm, was 11 ; named to draft rules and regulations and fix rental charges for use of the City Hall auditorium and submit same to this Board for action. 11 HORSE SHOW P The Street Department was authorized to use the City trucks to the extent of about $20.00 for hauling sand for preparationof the polo field .for the horse show to be held under auspices of the Assistance League, April 19 & 20, 1941. in connection with Orange Blossom festival. h SCALE PESTS, ETC. ;I The question of the City co-operating in the County scale eradication 'I pro ram, was discussed and continued for further consideration at the first meeting !I in May, 1941. 11 _SLG.�IS The matter of a Rotary Club sign located on City property on Highway 991, east of Texas Street, was referred to the Street Commissioner and Building Inspector 11 for investigation and recommendation. SYLVAN E UXG_E Park Commissioner Clapp recommended the following partial list of the personnel for Sylvanplunge the coming Y season: ' 'll Cecil Cushman Manager Mrs. Ida Hubbard Matron Dan O'Leary Guard Betty Smiley Locker girl The recommendations of the Commissioner were aooroved and so ordered. li .i 95� Matters pertaining to the Oriental Avenue pool was left over for l later action. STREET SUPERINTENDENT Ili Commissioner Rees recommended and moved that a full-time Street Superintendent be named, motion seconded by Councilman Clapp, and was considered at some length. The roll call resulted as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Clapp and Rees Noes: Councilmen LKrumm and Peterson, and the Mayor who declared the motion lost. MAP 11 Councilman Peterson submitted a copy of a map showing bridle trails, I' etc. , prepared for the Chamber of Commerce by I. Ford, Engineer. The purchase of the ' ' copy was duly authorized at a price of j5.00, and a warrant was directed to issue to Mr. Ford. Bills were ordered paid as presented and approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest: 1 / City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. (U1 4., ‘140,, ali- - p _ 0 - 0 _ 0 _ Redlands , California April 16 , 1941 Two O 'clock, P. M. A regular meetingofthe City Council , City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , rrumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter , Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp , Attorney Wilson , Building Inspector Cooper and Engineer Ii Hinckley. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of April 9 , 1941 , were Tread and approved. CA O 1 �Pp.L I Tz r The application of Charlotte Corcoran, for permission to operate a II, "small beauty shop" at 208 West Olive Avenue , was presented and granted , upon motion of Councilman Krum, seconded by Councilman Clapp. PLANNING COMMISSION The application of Florence Faris , 211 Church Street , to erect a 11 (garage at 52 San Gorgonio Drive , nearer the adjoining property line than permitted II Pr-- 136 the Building Code , was presented. The seine having been consented to by adjoining property owners and approve& by Planning Commission members , was duly granted , upon Ill motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Clapp. �AMBJ.I_PtG , An application of Byron Magner (819 Orange Street) , for permission to operate a small club , where draw poker and rummy may be played for money, was present- ed and ordered filed. Uponmotion, the request was denied. C0_M EMIICATIOILS ,[,eague of California Cities Bulletin #4 (1941 Series ) , was presented and ii ordered filed : li A communication from the Union Appraisal Company , Los Angeles , seeking to make an appraisal of all City property, was presented and referred to the Insurance Committee . PROTEST" ' A communication from Waldo F. Burroughs . et al , protesting the operation of a truck and trailer repair shop at SE cor . of the V. P. Hunt property at 620-30 East Citrus Avenue , was presented and referred to Councilmen Rees and Peterson for investigation and recommendation. - Auto This being the time set for opening of bids for supplying the City with a 5-passenger auto , the following proposals were submitted : Lange & Runkel Chevrolet Service Motor Company Plymouth and Dodge ILOSe & Yount , Inc . Ford V8 & DeLuxe Ford Upon suggestion of the Mayor , action on the proposals was deferred till the next meeting. __STREETS Stfeet Commissioner Rees urged that no time be lost in the matter of :remedying a potential bad condition in East Lugonia Avenue by reason of an old pipe- Mine cave-ins. The Attorney and Engineer assured him of as prompt action as possible) to provide ways and means. F_ TFS 'l ii Police Commissioner sought the attitude of Council members relative to LItemporary permit for sale of beer on occasion of the apanish Fiesta to be held ,,April 18-20 , 1941 , and each Council member expressed himself as opposed to the !proposal , leaving the matter in the hands of the police Commissioner and Department . 'I,, it Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to April 23 , 1941 , at two o 'clock, P. M. Attest : .7(eg: qty e k. Mayor of the C yof Redlands ,ofteC yof RGyasaa_ EPS -"0"- 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 97 _ _ .11 Redlands, California April 23, 194.1 Two O'clock, P. M. Pursuant to adjournment, the City Council met in adjourned session on the above date. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Peterson, Krumm and Mayor Gunter, Clerk I Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building inspector Cooper. ' Upon motion, reading of the minutes of the last meeting, was deferred until the next meeting . The Mayor stated that the main object of the meeting was to consider matters pertaining to the acquisition of the holdings of the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, and called upon the City Attorney to read the proposed lease- purchase option, etc. The City Attorney filed a copy of his letter of inquiry to O'Melveny & Myers, Attorneys, Los Angeles, and their reply to same. Upon completion of the reading of the lease-purchase option, etc . , the following Resolution (A) was unanimously adopted: BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Redlands that all former offers of settlement, comprom- ise or agreement with the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company be and are hereby rescinded on the part of the City of Redlands. Upon question of the City Attorney, Engineer Hinckley discoursed at length and offered evidence obtained from a diligent investigation as to the fair rental value of the property proposed to be leased and the water rights annurtenant thereto . Together with evidence as to the fair rental value of this property, he presented a memorandum showing the water production of the properties for the period of 1936-40. Engineer Hinckley ' s conclusions held that the rentals in said lease represented a fair rental value of the property, due consideration having been made for the uncertainties which might arise during the long term. II The City Attorney then presented the follo'ring Resolution : (B) !I WHEREA8� The City of Redlands owns and operates an extensive Municipal water system supplying domestic and irrigation water to the City of Redlands and adjacent territories, and whereas it appears at the present time advisable to increase the source of this city' s water supply; and WHEREAS, it has heretofore been proposed that this City of Redlands lease from the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, a California Corporation, the property hereinafter described and upon the terms set forth in a certain lease substantially similar to the lease hereinafter set forth; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Redlands has made an investigation for some years of the advisability ill of entering into such a lease with said Company and of the advisability of leasing the properties it and the water rights appurtenant thereto described in said lease from said company, and after positive confirmation of the fact that the said lands are definitely water bearing and a source of water supply, the City Council has reached the conclusion as a result of said investigation that it would be advantageous to and for the best interests of the City to lease said property from said Company 98 substantially upon the terms hereinafter set forth in said lease; and WHEREAS, the City Council has caused a careful and a diligent investigation to be made of the fair rental value of the property to be leased under the terms of said lease and having taken evidence as to the fair rental value of said property and 'having reached• ' the conclusion that the rentals set forth in said lease represent the fair rental value of the property to be leased for the term therein provided, due consideration having been made for the uncertainties : which may arise during the long term, and that the II City Council makes its findings that the rentals in ' the proposed lease are fair to the parties to said lease and do represent, in the opinion of the City Council, the fair rental value for the properties to be leased. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Redlands that the lease with the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company in substantially the following form and upon the terms substantially as follows, to wit: THIS LEASE, Made this 1st day of April, 1941, by and between the EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY, a California Corporation, party of the first part, hereinafter called "Company", and the CITY OF REDLANDS, a municipal corporation situated in the County of San $ernardino, State of California, party of the second part, hereinafter sometimes called "City," WITNESSETH: it Company hereby leases to City and City hires and takes from Company, for a term of ten years and three months commencing upon the date hereof and ending with and on June 30th, 1951, that certain real property situate and being in the County of San Bernardino, State of California, described as follows, to-wit: All of that certain property situated in the County of San Bernardino, State of California, now owned by the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, a corporation and more particularly described in that certain deed of trust executed by the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, a corporation, to the Title Insurance and Trust Company as of the 1st day of November, 1923 and recorded on the 11th day of January, 1924, in Book 830 of Deeds at Page 1, San Bernardino County Records and re-recorded on the 13th day of September, 1935 in Book 109 at Page 1 of Official Records of San Bernardino County, and which is subject to the lien thereof. Also, including the 31 acres con- veyed to said Company by John B. Williams and duly recorded on the 12th day of January, 1940 in Book 1387 at Page 419 of Official Records of the San Bernardino County Recorder' s Office. EXCEPTING those certain properties to be retained to the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company described as follows, to-wit: A five acre parcel of land situated along the Bear Valley Mutual Water Company ' s Redlands Canal northeast of Mentone in the County of San Bernardino, State of I California, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the southwest corner of Lot 26A of Stretches Map of Mentone, said point being on the west line of Section 17, Township one South, Range two west, '! San Bernardino Base and Meridian; thence northerly fifty two (52.00) feet along west line of said section 17; thence easterly four hundred (400.00) feet at right angles to west line of said section 17 to a point in Lot 30 of Stretches Map of mentone; thence southerly five hundred forty four and fifty one hundredths (544.51) feet parallel to the west line of said section 17 to a point in Lot 31 of Stretches map of Mentone; thence westerly on a line which !j is at right angles to the west line of said section 17 to the west s ction line of said section 17; thence northerly 99 along said west section line to point of beginning and containing five acres more or less, on which property the right to develop water is limited to one hundred (100) miners inches, it being understood that all other water rights of every nature pass to City under this lease. ALSO, excepting that certain Well No . 5 and a certain Lugonia Avenue Pipeline described as follows: All of Lot 1 Block 61, Town of Mentone as shown on the Town Plot of Mentone recorded in Book 6 of Maps, Page 35, records of San Bernardino County, together 111 with well, pumping plant and equipment; saving and excepting the existing East Lugonia Mutual Water Company's steel and concrete main pipeline and regu- lating box now located on said Lot 1, which are in- cluded in the within lease. It being agreed that the Company is to retain an Easement in and to said main pipeline, from said property to the Distribution line hereinafter described. Also, excepting to the Company all of that certain pipeline together with gates, turnouts, weir-boxes and all other appurtenant structures extending from the Bear Valley Mutual Water Company 's Redlands Canal in Lot 16 Block 43 of Stretches map of Mentone and running westerly jl along the north side of Lugonia Avenue to Judson Street. Also, excepting Lot 8, Block 43, according to Map of Block 43 being a resubdivision of a portion of Hotel Block, as shown on Map of Mentone Townsite, as recorded in Book 6 of Maps, page 35, San Bernardino County, California, re- corded in Book 23, page 18 of Maps, records of said County. The said Lease shall be upon the terms and conditions as follows, to-wit: 1. A rent year shall be the same as the fiscal year of the City, and shall commence July 1st and end with and on the succeeding June 30th. Upon the execution of said lease and as one of the considerations thereof and for rental from April 1st, 1941 to June 30th, 1941, the City agrees to pay the Company the sum of 5,000. The rent for the year commencing July 1st, 1941, shall be and is the sum of $4, 785 .00, and shall be paid by City on October 1st, 1941. The rent for the year commencing July 1st, 1942, shall be the sum of $4956 .86 and shall be paid by City on October 1st, 1942, and a like rental of $4956 .86 shall be paid on the 1st day of October of each of the following rent years, to-wit: 1943-1944, 1944-1945, 1945-1946, 1946-1947, 1947-1948; 1948-1949, 1949-1950, and 1950-1951. Each rental payment shall be the rent for the demised premises for one year beginning on July 1st preceeding the October 1st payment and ending on June 30th of the following year. City agrees to pay said rent when due to the Company, Lessor, at the office of Title Insurance and Trust Company, 433 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, California. In addition to the rent reserved by that name, City agrees to pay all taxes and assessments, both Federal, County and State of whatsoever kind and character that may be hereafter levied upon or become a lien against the property here- inbefore described when and as the same becomes due and payable, and City agrees to pay the delinquent taxes for the year 1935 on said property herewith and to pay the delinquent taxes for the ye_:rs 1936, 1937, 1938, 1939, and 1940 within a period of six months from the date ' of this Lease. 2. The premises and water rights are leased by City for the purpose of extending the municipal water system and of securing an additional water supply for the City. That such objectives can be consummated as the premises herein leased are definitely water bearing lands and constitute a positive water supply. That this lease is entered into pursuant to authority conferred upon City, asna Sixth Class City, by the General Municipal Corporation Act of the Legislature of the State of California, Stats. 1883, P. 93 and all Amendments thereto, in which specific authority is granted cities of the sixth class to acquire, lease or purchase property for municipal and proprietary functions. 3. The City during the term hereof agrees to do any and all things necessary to comply with the terms and provisions of that certain decree entered on the 21st day of February, 1922 in that certain action entitled Arthur H. Nelson, et al. , plaintiffs, vs. Mentone Groves Company, a corporation, et al. , defendants, being 1 II' Fr- 100 I case number 19388 on the register of actions of the Superior Court of the State of California, in and for the County of San Bernardino, and re- I corded in Vol. 38, Page 297 of Judgment Records of said County of San Bernardino, State of California, so as to protect the Company and -the water rights herein leased against any and all claims, demands, for-' IIfeitures, etc. of the owners of the prior water rights of 121 ihches as I' set forth in said decree. 1 1 4. The Company hereby gives and grants to the City the right 11 and power during the term of this lease to use and divert all water and water courses within the land herein leased, provided that such diversion of any water course can be made without prejudice to any 1 person, other than the Company, entitled to the use thereof and to make any reservoirs or dams or flumes or drains for conveying the II same or any other streams of water, in, over or through said property I for the purposes aforesaid. 11 5 . The City agrees during the term hereof to make and pay for all necessary repairs and to do any and all things necessary to keep the property herein leased in good order and condition during the term 11 hereof and at the expiration of said term to deliver up and surrender said property in as good a state and condition as it is at the commencement of said lease. 1 6. Said City agrees at any time or times during the term hereof 11 to permit the Company or its agents to enter upon the property herein 1 leased or any part thereof at all reasonable times for the purpose of examining the same or making such repairs and doing such things as • may be necessary for the safety or preservation thereof. 1 1 7. , Said City agrees during the term hereof to. protect the Company and save it harmless from any and all liability for any I damage to any occupant of the property herein leased or to any other I person during the term hereof occasioned by or resulting from the breakage, leakage, or obstruction of water or its overflow or from any I carelessness, negligence or improper conduct upon the part of the City 11 or the City's agents, on, in or about said property. and the Company 1 shall not be liable for any damage, loss or injury to any person suffered on, in or about the same by reason of any present, future, I latent or other defects in the character or condition of the property herein leased or any part or portion thereof and the rent to be paid hereunder shall not be diminished or withheld by reason or on account 1 1 of any such loss or damage. 'I 8. Said Company agrees that said City may use the property 11 herein leased for the purposes and objects set forth in paragraph 2 of this lease, and may make alterations or improvements thereon atII the City ' s expense; provided, however, that at the end of the term 11 of this lease, or the sooner termination thereof, the demised premises shall be returned to the Company in substantially the same , condition as they are now. So long as the City is not in default under 1i 1 the terms of this lease it may, during the term of this lease and within thirty days after the termination thereof, remove all pipe I lines, structures, or improvements of every nature and description II which it may hereafter install on the demised premises. 9. City agrees that during the term hereof it will not call upon said Company to make any repairs, additions or improvements I I upon said property herein leased or call upon it for the expenditure of any sum or sums in connection with said property or its preservation. I I 1 10. It is agreed that if the City shall neglect or fail to pay any tax or assessment when due or make any of the repairs necessary r I for the preservation of said property or are necessary to comply I; with the terms and provisions of that certain decree of court in paragraph',1 3 specified or if any liability for damage or otherwise should be it imposed upon Company by reason of the failure of the City to observe any covenant or condition herein contained or if the Company shall be put to any other charge or expense in connection with the ri property herein leased or any charge shall be imposed upon said 4 1 property, the Company shall have the right and privilege at its 11 IIoption to pay such tax, assessment or charge or pay for such repairs I or to discharge such liability, charge or lien or any portion thereof 1 with any interest or penalties thereon and the amount of such tax !II assessment or charge and the amount paid for such repairs and the 1 11 amount paid by said Company in discharging such liability, charge or ! lien and in defraying such charge or expense, shall after notice thereof to the City become rent and the installment of rent next I payable under the provisions of this Lease shall be augmented by the u 1 amount so paid as aforesaid. I, 11 II ll !I 1 I 1 I 101 • 11. The City agrees that the fa'i'lure of the Company to insist upon strict performance of the terms, covenants and conditions herein contained or any of them shall not constitute or be construed as a waiveFor relinquishment of the Company 's right to thereafter enforce such term, covenant, agreement or condition, but the same shall con- tinue in full force and effect. 12. The City agrees not to assign this lease or the estate or term herein granted or any part thereof but may underlet any part thereof, without the Company's written consent. 13. The City hereby waives all rights under Section 1942 of the Civil Code of the State of California and releases the Company from any and all damages which may be sustained by the City during the time it may be in possession of said property. 14. If the City shall fail to pay any rent when due or perform any act or thing required of City when performance is due, and such failure shall continue without remedy for a period of thirty days, Company may at its option, without demand or notice either with or l without reentry, or prior to or after reentry, terminate this lease and all rights of City hereunder. _ 15. It is agreed that all of the aforesaid covenants andcondi- tions shall apply to and be binding upon the successors and assigns of the parties hereto, except as hereinabove specifically provided. 1 16 . Time is of the essence of this lease. 17. Possession is to be surrendered by Company, Lessor, and accepted by City, Lessee, upon execution and delivery of this lease. I IN WITNESS WHEREOF, said EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY has caused its corporate name and seal to be affixed hereto and this in- strument to be executed by its President and Secretary, duly author- ized, and the CITY OF REDLANDS has caused its name and seal to be affixed hereto, and this instrument to be executed by its officials thereunto duly authorized, the day and year in this instrument first above written. EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY CITY 0 RE LANDS By '�, )3_ F—T Bye '� �, �T Presiaent Mayor Attest:___ _________ Secretary City Clerk PARTY OF THE FIRST PART; LESSOR PARTY OF THE SECOND PART, LESSEE Be and the same is hereby approved on behalf of said City . RE II FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED that the Mayor of the City II of Redlands and the City Clerk of said City be and they are hereby authorized, empowered and directed to execute said lea:>e on behalf of said City and to take all necessary steps and to execute all necessary ul instruments in connection with the execution of said lease. t h8F8gg eegttgg BTiet Ceregstsg_regaintson was adeptsd by the eit; eonacii of the efts of &amines,-at an ad3eapA2d- -regniar meeting thereof held an #Ae 2; gest Gt ApPfl, ;94;,-gy fle following vete, to-wft: ' I eitr-elexk Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the Resolution was duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes: Councilmen Clapp and Rees X102 11 Upon question of the City Attorney, Engineer Hinckley also discoursed at III length with regard to the fair purchase value of the property and the water rights IE II 4 therewith. After due presentation and consideration of his evidence as to the fair I selling value of this property, he concluded, due to the time element involved and ' the unPertainties therewith, that the purchase price as set forth in the option A !I under consideration is a fair purchase price and that the 83,000 to be paid for it III the option is a fair amount to pay for the same. The Attorney then presented the following Resolution: (C) II WHEREAS, the City of Redlands owns and operates an extensive municipal water system supplying domestic and irri- II gation water to the City of Redlands and adjacent terri- 1 tories, and whereas it may be deemed advisable and 1 II expedient in the future to increase the source of this city' s water supply by appropriate acquisition of additional water bearing lands and the water rights thereon; and !j WHEREAS, it has heretofore been proposed that this City of E Redlands purchase from the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, a California corporation, the property herein- Iafter described and upon the terms set forth in a cer- tain option substantially similar to the option herein- after set forth; and I WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Redlands has made an investigation for some years of the advisability of III purchasing such property and the water rights appurten- !�, ant thereto described in said option from said Company, II and after positive confirmation of the fact that the I said lands being wa.tvrbearing and a source of water II supply would be no doubt of great value to this City, I II the City Council has reached the conclusion as a result Ii of said investigation that it might be, and very likely will AII be, advantageous to and for the best interest of the City II in the future, to be able to purchase said property from said Company substantially upon the terms hereinafter ', set forth in said option; and �j ii WHEREAS, the City Council has caused a careful and diligent inves- II'i 'I tigation to be made of the fair purchase price of the I property to be purchased under the terms of said option, h if so elected by this city, and having taken evidence as h to the fair selling value of said property and having III'I reached the conclusion that the purchase price set forthEI in the option represents fair purchase value, in so far I as it is now possible to determine, the City Council makes J its findings that the purchase price in the proposed d h option is fair to the parties to said option, should the E. City so elect to exercise said option. (, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of I I Redlands that the option to be given by the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company to the City of Redlands in substan- tially the following form and upon terms substantially as 1 follows, to wit: 'j t EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY, a California corporation, optionor, Ii in consideration of the sum of Three Thousand Dollars, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, hereby grants to the CITY OF EI REDLANDS, a municipal corporation situated in the County of San Bernardino, State of California, optionee, an option to purchase %i the following described property, to-wit: m IIS (Same as set forth in Lease) II iI for the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10.000) . !I This option may be exercised after June 30th, 1951 and before II twelve o 'clock noon of the 1st day of October, 1951, and provided the E City of Redlands is not then in default under the terms and conditions H of that certain Lease, dated April 1st, 1941, between East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, as party of the first part and Lessor, and the '! h 1 1J a I I', E 103- City of Redlands, as party of the second part and Lessee, covering j the property hereinbefore optioned, and not otherwise, and strictly 4.4 o in the manner and pursuant to the terms herein set forth. a) P This option shall be exercised by delivering written notice to o i w.0 Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust Company,iOat Los Angeles, California, +) that it elects to exercise said option, and, concurrently with the I giving of such notice to Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust Company, w delivering to the said company the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000) I .° to be paid to Title Insurance and Trust Company, the Assignee of op- I a. tionor, as the purchase price for said property. a b There is to be delivered to Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust w 0 Company, concurrently with the delivery of this said option, a Grant rcs Deed to the property herein described, from optionor to optionee, ro e conveying to the latter the property herein optioned. Should said option be exercised, then the Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust Company 0 +) shall deliver said deed to optionee, together with its usual owner' s 0. 0 policy of title .insurance with liability limited to Ten Thousand P oH Dollars ($10,000); showing title to said property free and clear of the a H lien of that certain deed of trust executed by the East Lugonia H b Mutual Water Company, a corporation, to the Title Insurance and Trust 8 Company, as of the first day of November, 1923, and recorded on the ...a) 11th day of January, 1924, in Book 830 of Deeds at page 1, San 0 o Bernardino County Records, and re-recorded on the 13th day of 1 m September, 1935, in Book. 109 at Page 1 of Official Records of San ! ro Bernardino County, California. That the optionee is to pay the expense 00 of said policy of title insurance. P H w Time is of the essence of this option, and if said option is I PI y not exercised as aforesaid; or if said Pioneer Title Insurance and I tri H Trust Company is unable for Sixty days after the exercise of said option, to issue its said policy of title insurance as herein provided, PII a ,o said Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust Company shall return said deed to optionor; and if at that time said purchase price has been delivered i1 e* to Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust Company, as herein provided, it I shall return the same to the optionee. ' THE EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY, I a corporation. 1 BY _ President BY Secretary be and the same is hereby approved on behalf of said City . , BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED ANL ORDERED that the Treasurer of the City of it Redlands be and he is hereby authorized, empowered and directed, upon execution and delivery of said option to pay to said East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, or its order, from the General Fund of said City, the consideration for said option, to wit: the sum of three thousand dollars ' ($3,000) . I t-ken by-eertify-tart.-tae-€eregsing-rete ttiaa-sits adopted by the City '£pati=i3 of the City of Realanns at =a adfauaaea. I/ nngaiiP meettag *kneed keia ea the Q0 day ci aprii, 4.fi, by tie Sailowf ig wets, to-wit: — City Clerk Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, said Resolution was duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes: Councilmen Clapp and Rees The Attorney then presehted the following Resolution: (D) I it 1 ' 104 WHEREAS the City Council of the City of Redlands has this day authorized and approved of that certain lease dated April 1st, 1941 with the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company and an option of even date, and whereas it is deemed advisable for this City to avoid any liability in connection with former transactions with this Company, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Redlands that this City enter into a Mutual Release of i date of March 31st, 1941 with the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company in substantially the following form and upon the terms substantially as follows, to-wit: KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: This indenture, made this 31st day of March, 1941, between the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, of the one part, and the City of Redlands, a municipal corporation, of the other, witnesseth: That on the date hereof the said Company and City have each II paid to the other the sum of Ten Dollars, and in consideration thereof each of them, the said Company and the said City, does hereby discharge the other of .and from all claims and demands, action and causes of action, of every name and nature, and in it particular all claims and demands and accounts, arising in connection with that certain contract in writing entered into by the said parties on the 7th day of January, 1924, so that neither of them shall have any claim on the other, directly or indirectly on any contract or supposed liability or thing undertaken, done, or admitted to be done, from the beginning of the world to this day. IN WITNESS WHEREQE, the said corporations have this day fixed their seals and have duly executed this Mutual Release by their duly authorized officers. Dated this 31st day of March, 1941. Possession has this day been transferred from the Company 11 to the City, by virtue of a written Lease. li li EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY CITY OF R$DLANDS By ---- By 4. 6- k — President Mayor Attest: Secretary City Clerk it NOW BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED that the Mayor of the City of Redlands and the City Clerk of said City be and they are hereby authorized, empowered and directed to execute said Mutual L Release on behalf of said City. t hereby certify that the foregoing reseintienn wee eatfleal by the Eity eonncii of the Eity of Benissde, et ea egjetxted regNiet meeting thereof head ea the 23 day e€ April, 19241, by € €93.4432444 vete, to-wit: I � II ii 105 1 - - Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, said Resolution was duly adopted by the following vote: 111Ayes: Councilmen Krum, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes; Councilmen Clapp and Rees The Attorney then presented the following Resolution: (E) II� WHEREAS the City of Redlands has authorized certain transactions this day with the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, and whereas it is deemed advisable to place the entire trans- action in escrow with a local title company, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that that certain letter dated April 23rd, 1941 of the City Attorney of this City to the Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust Company containing escrow instructions to said company, a copy of which letter is hereto attached and made a part of this resolution, be and the same is authorized and approved by the City of Redlands. Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust Company San Bernardino, California. Re: East Lugonia Mutual Water Company City of Redlands, Escrow. Gentlemen: Please find enclosed the following instruments and City Warrants executed on behalf of the City of Redlands in connection with the above matter: 2, Lease, dated April 1, 1941,. duly executed by the City of Redlands. 111 2., Copy of Option to be executed by the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, dated April 1, 1941. a,. Mutual Release dated as of March 31st, 1941 executed by the City to the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company. 4. City Warrant in the amount of $5,000.00 payable to said Company. Payment on account of said Lease. City Warrant in the amount of $3,000.00 payable to said Company. Payment in full of said Option. The City will also hand you a warrant payable to the County of San Bernardino for payment in full of the delinquent State and County Taxes for the year 1935 against the property covered by the Lease and Option. You will please advise us of the exact amount necessary. _as Copy of Stipulation in connection with the pending foreclosure suit on the Bond Indenture, Case No. 40460 of the Superior Court of the State of California, In and for the County of San Bernardino. You are authorized to deliver these instruments and the $5,000.00 and the $3,000.00 Warrants to the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, or their order, in compliance with the following instructions: i 1 . When you hold for the City the Lease, Option and Mutual Release, duly and properly executed by the Company. Kindly record the Lease and Option. (In this connection I believe that with our City Clerk' s Certificate on each in- strument that there will be no fee charged by the County Recorder.) 2. When you can issue to the City of Redlands your usual policy of Title Insurance in the amount of $ covering the property described in the Lease and Option, showing title vested in the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, free and clear of all liens and encumbrances, save and excep- ting the Bond ..Indenture of 1924, the pending foreclosure suit above referred to, (Case No. 40460, delinquent taxes for the years, 1936, 1937, 1938, 1939, 1940, and subject also to X106 rights of way of record, easements, and restrictions against the property in January of 1924, and outstanding Decree of Prior Right, being the case of Nelson, et al; VS. Mentone Groves ' ;i Company, et al, Case No. 19388 of the Superior Court of the ;. State of California, In and For the County of San Bernardino. I In this connection it will be necessary to procure from the i following creditors of said Company receipts and satisfactions in full covering all indebtedness to the company to said creditors; said creditors being as follows: ;i Security First National Bank of Los Angeles ;i James Ternahan V J. M. Cole, Estate. Prendergast Estate. '' and in the event that said creditors have reduced their �'', II ! ! claims to judgment, which is the case in at least two of these creditors, it will be necessary to obtain satisfactions 'of judgment covering such judgments. In connection with the ,I1 I requirements of the title I suggest that ,you let me approve j' of all the exceptions and approve of them before you issue your policy. !I 3. When you hold the Stipulation referred to in Paragraph No. 6 u duly executed by all the parties thereto, in connection with �' the pending case No. 40460 In the Superior Court of the State J ; of California, In and For the County of San Bernardino, which j said stipulation is substantially in the form as hereinafter !i set forth. i 4. When you hold a duly executed Grant Deed from the Company j! to the City of Redlands granting to said city the property described and included in the said Option. , 1 5 . It being understood that the City of Redlands will pay the 1 expenses in connection with your policy of title insurance (I as set forth under Paragraph No. 2 of these authorizations. ,! 6 . The Lease and Option should be duly recorded. !i I--,,,c j. You are fir$ .to advise us in writing that the Lease and I Option contains all the properties now vested in the said Company, and-you are also to advise us if all of the proper- fil ties acquired-by said Company since 1923 are contained in said Lease and Option, such latter report to contain any and 1 all properties regardless of their present ownership status. It being understood that such properties excepted by the Lease 0 j and Option are not to be included in such report. 8. It is further understood that this City is not to bear the escrow expenses of this transaction, y 9. And further provided that all outstanding Bond in connection with the Bond Issue on this property agree to the entire s ttlement and Lease and Option. Il Yours truly, PAUL B. WILSON , PBW:G CITY ATTORNEY r d Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the 'i II ;sa id Resolution was duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes: Councilmen Clapp and Rees. � The Attorney then presented the following Resolution: (F) i'! i BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Redlands that that the Mayor of this City of Redlands appoint a committee consisting of himself, Councilman Peterson I'I and the City Attorney to contact the Board of Supervisors it to obtain a reduction of the amount necessary to redeem all delinquent taxes in connection with the property now owned by this City and recently leased by this City from l; the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company. 107 Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krum, said Resolution was duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes: Councilmen Clapp and Rees. All phases of the matter were considered and discussed at great length by Council members, Attorney and Engineer. The resolutions, statements, lease, ption, etc. , were ordered filed. Upon request of Treasurer Tripp, and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, a sum not exceeding $500.00 was appropriated for Ij lega], advice in the matter. Bills were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. The Mayor announced the annual "Youth Week" and suggested adjournment to April 30, 1941, at 2 o'clock, P. M. , and it was so ordered. II Attest: aG) City Clerk Mayor- 6f the City of Redlands, California lo4Le 511.4421=.4.0 . 1 Redlands, California I' April 30, 1941 2 O'clock P. M. Pursuant to adjournment of the adjourned regular meeting held April 23, 1941, the City Council met in an adjourned, adjourned meeting. Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, the Clerk, Treasurer, Attorney, Engineer and Building Inspector. mor Gunter explained the presence of, and heartily welcomed, a number of school students as a part of the "Youth Week" program, and called jl for the seating at the council table, the student officials. The student Clerk then called for nominations for Mayor, and student councilmen R eynolds and Livengood were placed in nomination. Upon a secret ballot vote, Reynolds received three and Mat/good two, and Reynolds was declared elected. He assumed the Mayor's chair and expressed his appreciation for the honor. Student clerk Winegar then read the minutes of the last regular meeting of April 16, 1941, 1 which were duly approved after a correction suggested by councilman Rees, adding on page 96 under the heading "Fiesta" immediately following "1941", the following: "Councilman Bees moved that this Council oppose any liquor permit, unless it !i ' comes through the regular channels, giving the public an opportunity 12 1.g. heard. The motion was lost for lack of a second. " II The Mayor then announced that the Board was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. No one responding, regular business was called for. I x108 _APP.LT-CATI OAS - The following applications were presented and ordered filed: Malcom B. Smith, 1020 Campus Avenue for position of locker boy at Sylvan Plunge Larry Long, 812 E. Brockton Avenue for position of locker boy at Sylvan Plunge COMMUNE TIDN S The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From the secretary of the Assistance League, expressing appreciation of the City' s cooperation at the recent horse show; Ili From Assemblyman Russell, assuring the Mayor of his interest in legis- lative matters pertaining to Cities of this class. 1� A communication from School Superintendent Branigan requesting the use of the Bowl for High School graduation exercises June 13, and for closing of the roadway around the bowl on that day and the erection of bleachers, was presented and unanimously granted with the proviso that the School assume all liability in the matter. tl Notification by the State Board of Equalization of the application for a transfer of "On Sale Beer License" at 20 West Citrus, from A. J. Schott to K. E. Fletcher was presented and ordered filed. REPORTS ' Ili A report of the Treasurer for the month of March, the Judge for the month of April and the Telephone for the year 1940, were presented and ordered II filed, also Clerk for quarter ending March 31, 1941, and summary of receipts and 1, expenditures for nine months. ;I DELINQUENT TAXES A request by Realtor Rohrer for an adjustment and reduction of delin- quent taxes on lots 36 to 39 West Fern Heights, on the same basis as the County, was presented and referred to the City Attorney for investigation and report. it The City Attorney was also requested to prepare and submit a resolution outlining_ an established policy for the City in such matters. Councilman Krumm at this time requested and was granted permission to withdraw from the meeting. !; FIRE The Mayor reported on the "California Fire District Plan" which was discussed at some length with action deferred until the next meeting. Copy of plan I was presented and ordered filed. I i WATER , II Commissioner Peterson reported that improvements to the Wabash Street and Sunset Drive water mains would soon be completed, giving better service to said districts. Councilman Rees sought information as to what happened to a fid hydrant ordered for Olive Avenue and Lakeside, several months ago, and was I' ' r 109 informed that it is on the list for installation but waiting for a report from the committee to whom it was referred. SYLVAN PLUNGE Councilman Clapp advised the Council of the need for painting ylvan Park Plunge and Concession Buildings, etc . , stating it would cost approximately $250, per proposal he had obtained. The matter was. duly considered after which a motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees that sealed proposals be called, was declared adopted, with Councilman Clapp, voting "No" and Council- man Krumm absent. PTINO The question of rental or purchase of a piano for the City Hall Auditorium was considered and referred to a committee composed of Councilmen II, it Peterson and Clap, for investigation and report. _BLY_SCQUT,S The Mayor presented a request for use of the City Hall Auditorium by the Boy Scouts District Court of Honor meeting on the evening of May 12, 1941. ii The matter was considered at some length after which it was moved by Councilman II Rees and seconded by Councilman Clapp that free use of the auditorium for this specific occasion begranted, was declared adopted by the Mayor, with Councilman i I Peterson voting "No", stating that he thought there should be a fee charge sufficient to cover the extra expense. No further business demanding attention, upon motion, the meeting was declared adjourned. I Attest: CAC If . \ 11 �CityClerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California ``P III - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California May 7, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees , Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Clerk ' Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, �.Attorney Wilson and Building Inspector Cooper. Minutes of the adjourned regular meetings held on April 23 and 30, 1941, were read and approved. I Iii r11® - -- ----------- --- The Mayor then announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. Representatives of the Southern California Gas Company were present and sought action on its application heretofore filed, for a franchise for an indeterminate period under the 1937 act. The matter was considered at some length after which a it motion by Councilman Krumm, that the application be granted was lost for lack of a second. Then a motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, that a Ilfranchise be granted for a period of 50 years was duly adopted with Councilman , Peterson voting "No" . Proper Resolution of Intention and Publication was ordered, the Gas Company to bear the expense. APPLICATIONS The following applications were presented and ordered filed : Walter D. Richardson locker boy at plunge Jack Van Epps Guard at plunge Robert Brown Guard at plunge BOWL - PROSELLIS I The Clerk presented a verbal request of Mrs. Mullen, President-Community Music Association, for use of the Bowl and Prosellis on the evenings of dune 6. 10 ll and 17, 1941, and every Tuesday and Friday evenings during the 1941 season. The request was unanimously granted, upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Council man Peterson. At this time a short recess was declared to greet the Mayor-Councilmen, et al, from Fullerton, on a tour of inspection of the City Hall. After a half hour Ithe Board re-assembled and took up the regular routine of business. REPORTS 11 Reports of the Building Inspector and Labotatory tests for the month of April . 1941, were presented and ordered filed. Mayor Gunter presented a report relative to rules and regulations for use of the City Hall Auditorium, which was ordered filed for future consideration. ORD.INANCE Proposed Ordinance No. 822, relative to Trailer Camps , et al , introduced I April 2, 1941, was continued for further consideration. RESIGNATION Resignation of Joseph K. Choate, as Library Trustee, presented at the April 9th meeting was accepted upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by I Councilman Krumm, and a letter of appreciation for his service was ordered. The SII Clerk presented a communication from the Board of Library Trustees recommending that Elam J. Anderson, President of the University of Redlands, be appointed to fill the '' , vacancy. A motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the 1 II recommendation be approved and Dr. Anderson be appointed, was withdrawn, when Council- it man Rees requested that action be deferred to a later date to permit time for due consideration of the matter, and it was so ordered. A letter from a Committee of the Parent Teachers Council, relative to tax 111 • lappropriation for maintenance and operation of the Library for the next fiscal year, was presented and ordered filed for future reference. PLUNGE _.. This being the time set for opening of proposals for supplying the material and painting Sylvan Plunge and concession building, the following proposal was presented : Alder' s Paint and Art Store $ 230.00 ' The proposal being considered reasonable, award was duly made to said Alder, upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm. ROAD OIL The Engineer recommended that proposals be called at once for supplying the City with approximately 60,000 gallons of liquid asphalt to be opened May 14, 1941, at 2 O' clock, P . M. Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman; Krumm, the Mayor and Street Commissioner were authorized and directed to open the proposals and make award to the lowest and best bidder, and report same to the next Imeeting of this Board for ratification. LEGISLATIVE The Mayor called attention to proposed AB #1626, which would exempt certain motor vehicles for hire, from local license fees , etc . He stated that License Collector Tripp estimated the loss would be approximately $3,600.00 a year to this City. Legislative Bulletin #7, of League of California Cities , was presented and ordered filed. After consideration and discussion, it was determined that the City oppose the bill, and request the League representatives to secure the best compromise ! possible to retain a reasonable maximum uniform license fee, and that the City Attorney advise the League, and our Senator and Assemblyman of this Board' s attitude. DELINQUENT TAX The Attorney reported that in the matter of delinquent City taxes on Lots 36 to 39 , West Fern Heights, upon which a reduction was requested by Realtor Rohrer, he recommends that the City accept payment on the same basis as the County and it was so ordered, upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm. The Attorney stated he would present a resolution at the next meeting for considera- tion relative to a policy to be followed by this Board in delinquent tax matters. ORIENTAL AVENUE POOL Councilman Clapp sought the attitude of Council members as to the operation' of Oriental Avenue Pool this season, and the matter was considered and discussed at some length, after which a motion made by Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm, that the pool be operated on the same plan and program as last season, viz : Park Commissioner and W. P. A. Committee Supervision, and no charge for the water. The vote being called, resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Rees and Krumm Noes : Councilman Peterson Not voting: Councilman Clapp iThe Mayor declared the motion carried. Fr- 112 RECREATION I Upon request, Park Commissioner Clapp was authorized to purchase a few chairs II for the recreation grounds in City Hall Park. jCouncilman Peterson at this time requested and was granted permission to II withdraw from the Chamber. CEMETERY Councilman Rees sought information relative to a demand against the City by the Swart Roofing Company, San Bernardino, for certain work at the Mausoleum in II the sum of $30.00. The Mayor explained that the Company was called to do the work in II an effort to remove the effects and stop a leak in the wall of the Mausoleum, and II ( recommended that the bill be paid, and it was so ordered. It was determined and the Engineer was so directed to call the Parafine i Company. Inc. , and insist that it sustain the 20 year guarantee of the roof. n ! Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, upon motion the meeting adjourned.11 I I Attest : C----1 C4111-cm* 42./ City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.; 0 74f1 - o - o - o - o - o - o - I Redlands, California il May 21, 1941 Two (Polack, P. M. d A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held I I, at the regular place of meeting. I, II Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Attorney Wilson and Building Inspector Cooper. I The minutes ofthe last regular meeting were read and approved. 4 i The Mayor then announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone II having matters to present. 'I MEMORIAL DAYII Upon request of C. A. Maccubbin, veteran, and motion of Councilman Krumm, l� Ii ' seconded by Councilman Rees, wat veterans were tendered the use of the bowl, with 111 the City bearing the expenses of the programs and public address system, for I! Memorial Day exercises. EAST STUART AVENUE li L. Ikerman, et al, sought action relative to Petition No. 4174, heretofore filed, for extension of East Stuart Avenue to Church Street. Councilman Rees stated, [ that he had been advised by interested parties that the cost would not exceed ,i 113 a-- S800-51000. Councilman Krumm expressed his opinion that the cost would be very much above that figure. A motion by Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Rees, that the Mayor appoint a Committee to investigate and ascertain the approximate cost and report to this Board was duly adopted, with Councilman Krumm voting "No" . The Mayor named Councilmen Rees and Peterson and Engineer as the Committee. APPLICATIONS_— The following applications were presented and ordered filed: Hugh Phillip for locker boy at plunge Henry R. Meyering For position in the Water Dept . PETITIONS Petition No. 4275, E. D. Nickerson, for permission to take out the Storm Water Drain from his six acre parcel, lying between Pacific and Monterey Streets, Crescent and Cedar Avenues, was presented. The matter was considered at some length, �i after which a motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, that the ' petition be granted, with the express proviso that t''r. Nickerson assume all liabilityl, for any damages that may arise from such action, was duly adopted. LIBRARY II Councilman Rees at this time announced that he wished to nominate Dr. C. S. Lombard to fill the vacancy on the Library Board, caused by the resignation of Aux,. Choate. He stated that Dr. Lombard was a heavy tax payer and vitally interested in local civic matters. Councilman Clapp seconded the nomination. After discussion, ' the question being called resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp and Rees Noes ; Councilmen Krumm, Peterson and the Mayor. ;,II Councilman Krumm then moved that Dr. Elam J. Anderson, President of the University of Redlands, and recommended by the Library Board, be named to fill the vacancy, the motion was seconded by Councilman Peterson and duly adopted by the following vote : Ayes ; Councilmen Krumm, Peterson and the Mayor Noes : Councilmen Clapp and Rees LEASE - Pistol Range The Security-First National Bank of Los Angeles, advised the Council that it has acquired from Sunset "range Company, that certain parcel of land now under lease to the City for a pistol range, and enclosed blanks for change accordingly. II Upon motion, the Mayor and Clerk were authorized and directed to execute same for and on behalf of the City. !, TRANSFER - Treasurer it Per statement filed by the Engineer, and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to I'I transfer from the 4d Special Gas Tax Street Improvement Fund, the sum of $3.618.78 to the General City Fund ( Street Department) . REPORTS Report of the Health Department for the month of April, 1941, was presented and ordered filed. I X114 ROAD OIL Engineer Lninckley reported that the Square Oil Company, Los Angeles, was i, awarded the contract for road oil per proposals opened by the Committee at two o' clock I P. M. , on the 14th inst. The action of the Committee was duly ratified and all II proposals ordered filed. II COMMUNICATIONS II I The following communications were presented and ordered filed: I, State Department of Agriculture, relative to Marketing Act ; Municipal Finance Officers ' Association, relative to 400th Anniversary of ! Discovery of California; Boy Scouts of America, expressing appreciation of this Council ' s action in u Itendering free use of the Auditorium; I Redlands 20-30 Club, relative to October 31, 1940, Halloween festival. I ' AUTO - Police Department Police Commissioner Krumm advised the Council of the urgent heed for a new police car, and moved that proposals be called for a Ford with Mercury motor. The ' motion was declared lost for lack of a second. ORDINANCE I Ordinance No. 822, Relative to Trailer Camps, etc . , was continued to next meeting, upon request of Councilman Rees. II I DAMAGES I 11 The Clerk presented the claim of Linnie E. & George R. Koons, in the sum of I, $50,543.06, for alleged cause of death of Clifford B. Koons, by accident near the 1intersection of Highway 99 and Palm Avenue. A motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded 1 b Councilman Peterson, that the claim be denied and disallowed in full, and that any and all liability on the part of the City, its agents, employees and/or officers, be,jl hereby is, denied, was adopted by the unanimous vote of the Council. DELINQUENT TAXES _ , ,The City Attorney presented the following Resolution relative to delinquent 1 ' taxes and tax redemptions, which was duly adopted, upon motion or Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm: III I WHEREAS, The City Council wishes to encourage the redemption of delinquent city taxes and wishes to encourage the II restoration of tax deeded property to the tax rolls : _ THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City accept and be governed by the San Bernardino County's method of computation and procedure I in the collection and redemption of delinquent taxes , and where il I the County has made adjustments of interest, penalties, costs, and other expenses, even to the extent of waiving said amounts, the ,i City follow said procedure. In cases where a Tax Deed has been issued by the County for the amount of Six Years Taxes the City I li will accept a similar basis in full payment. The above procedure , is to be followed in cases where the City' s taxes have been paid ir in the past for the relatively same period that the County' s Taxes ir have been paid, and the City Clerk and the City Attorney are to II investigate each request and upon filing their findings that such is the record of past payments and the City Clerk is hereby authorized I and instructed to accept such adjusted amounts as full payment and II to mark his records accordingly. In cases where it is found that the past city taxes have not been paid for the relatively same period as the county' s then the particular case is to be presented to the Council for further instructions. All cases of an adjusted II 115 payment are to be reported to the Council but the City Clerk is hereby empowered with authority to accept said payments on behalf of the City, in full for delinquent taxes. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be instructed to review his tax records and in all instances where city taxes have been attempted to be levied against property at the time the property was vested in the State he is instructed and authorized to remove the said levies from his records and they are to be adjusted accordingly. WATER Petition No, 4276, signed by E. L. Schmidt , et al, for domestic water service in Mill Creek area, East of Rocky Comfort , was presented by the Clerk, and after discussion was referred to a Committee consisting of Councilmen Peterson and Clapp and the Engineer for investigation and recommendation to this Board. M EAGE The question of allowing mileage to employees for use of their own auto on City work was considered when a demand of Mr. Schutt containing a charge of $3.00 for . 60 miles, was presented by Councilman Rees. After consideration and discussion, the demand was ordered paid, it being determined that the auto was used in this case upon direction of the Engineer. COUNTY DISASTER PLAN The Mayor again brought up the question of this City co-operating in the 1 County Disaster Plan as heretofore considered and discussed. A motion by Councilman111 it Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that this City join the plan was duly adopted] and the Mayor was authorized and directed to execute the necessary papers for and on behalf of the City. PURCHASE Cemetery Commissioner Rees recommended the purchase of a power lawn mower !I for use of the Cemetery Department at a price of approximately 8400.00. The motion was seconded by Councilman Peterson, and duly adopted, with Cou cilman Krumm voting t "No" . SCALE PESTS Councilman Rees brought up the matter of scale eradication on trees and shrubs on City owned property and the most economical method. Referred to the Street ) and Park Commissioners for investigation and recommendation to this Board. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 41-44 Patiet4c,atet7 - 0 - 0 - 0 - O - 0 - O - I I' II x116 Redlands, California June 4 . 1941 ] Two O'clock, P. M. Il A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, iheld at the regular place of meeting, H b I/ Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and yayor Gunter, j lCity Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building II Illnspector Cooper, Councilmen Clapp and Rees entering the Chamber just following the III o 1 , reading of the minutes. ' The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. „ 'i OORAL EJ1TIONS il II Earl Hodges, roofing, requested and was granted permission to place a,l 11 shingle roof on. the residence at 133 West Citrus Avenue-(being in fire zone 1) , upon 'i li motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, with Councilman Peterson voting "No" , because of fire zone requirements. Upon suggestion of Secretary Myers of the Chamber of Commerce, the ' Mayor was authorized and directed to declare the week of 'June 9-15, 1941, cherry week in honor of Beaumont Cherry Festival. I q I I The Secretary also called attention of the Council to the matter of 1 ii El t i ! dumping tin cans , etc. , along Sunset Drive, and the operation of tractors over some hof the streets in violation of City ordinance. Referred to the Police and Street 11 111 Commissioners. I I, I REPORTS iI '1 Report of the Judge , Board of Health and Building inspector for the II , month of May, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. 11 1.11 Report of Division of Highways relative to ij gas tax apportionment 11i was presented and ordered filed. I PLANNING COMMISSION I1 Tree Petition No. 1013, H. Welty Kuhns, to remove two pepper trees from the front of 55 Center Street, was denied; and Tree Petition No. 1014, E. M. Harris, to remove a pepper tree from ;j the front of 1014 Campus Avenue, was granted, all per recommendation of the Planning 1 HCommission. SAFETY COMMITTEE II The Safety Committee of the Chamber of Commerce filed written I l�,lrecommendations numbered 1 to 6, relative to perking, etc. After due consideration, IIS '' the recommendations were approved, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by 11 J 1 Councilman Rees. I WATER LzTNES Engineer Hinckley presented a map showing proposed water line ' installations and changes as recommended by the Committee, appointed October 16, 1940. After due consideration, the recommendations of the Committee were approved, and it r was determined to proceed on a three pear program, with Summit Avenue-Garden Street, LL- 117- Lakeside and Bellevue for the first year, the others following as determined by the Committee. I IICOMMUNZATION A communication from Faulkner, Oakes & Faulkner, Los Angeles, submitting 11 a proposal for the annual audit, was presented and ordered filed. BOWL The Four Sauare Tabernacle, was granted free use of the bowl on the U evening of June 23, 1941, per written request of Rev. Tolle, pastor. TRANSFER The Treasurer was authorized and directed to transfer the sum of _$156.68 from the Property Owners Project Fund to the City Department Fund ( Street Department) , per statement of Engineer ninckley this day filed. CLAIM - DAMAGES 'she Mayor presented a claim of Lars, Jack Daly, 615 Linda Place, in the sum of $ 3, 35, for damages sustained in a fall on the sidewalk on south side of Brookside Avenue at the front of the Mutual Orange Distributors building, caused by a defect in the walk. The matter was considered at some length, after which a motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, to deny any and all liability in the matter was duly adopted, with Councilman Krumm voting "No" . The question of I II liability in such matters generally as to the City and/or property owner was referred to the City Attorney for an opinion. ORDINANCE Ordinance No. 822, relative to Auto Trailer Camps, etc. , introduced April 2, 1941, was read in full by the City Attorney after unanimous consent to wave, was refused by Councilman Rees. After the reading and discussion, the Ordinance was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter. Noes : None. Upon recommendation of the State Council of Defense, Proposed Ordinance I 1 No. 823, Creating a Local Defense Council, etc . , was introduced and laid over under the rules. 1 STATE GUAR ,S U The question of a place for storage of fire arms for State Guards was considered and quarters in the hall of "ustice were tendered, pre recommendation of the Police Commissioner. AUTO - BIDS Police Commissioner Krumm again requested authorization for the purchase U of a Ford with Mercury motor, for the Police Department . The Mayor called for the bids submitted on April 6, 1941, upon which action was deferred. Councilman Rees 'moved to accept the low bid, but received no second, Councilman "rumm then moved to purchase a Ford, but received no second. After further consideration and discussion, 'I Councilman Rees again moved to accept the low bid as submitted by Lange & Runkel, I April 16, 1941 , seconded by Councilman Clapp and duly adopted, with Councilman Krumm 1 r118 voting "No", and Councilman Peterson not voting. TENNIS METERS Upon recommendation of Park Commissioner Clapp, the purchase and installation of two pay tennis meters for the tennis courts in Lugonia Park was I, authorized. CEMETERY The replacement of a broken marble slab for a crypt in the mausoleum reported by Commissioner Rees, was duly authorized. � I MISCELLANEOUS Reports of Commissioners on use of the City Hall Auditorium; Water supplied to Mill Creek area; Stuart Avenue extension; Insurance, were continued . The Mayor requested Commissioners and department heads to confer with 'I him on budget matters, Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commiss-i toner. II , No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned!. I to June 11, 1941, at two o'clock, P. M. IAttest : City Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - O _ p _ p _ O _ p _ �I Ali Redlands, California June 71, 1941 iiTwo O'clock, P. M. This being the time to which the last regular meeting was adjourned, Viand n4 Council members being present, the Clerk declared the meeting adjourned. Attest : City Clerk, City edlands, California. ?"1-C fl-a-c- 54,h-din 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I �I Ili lil 11 - ------- --- -- Redlands, - --- - - Redlands, California June 18, 1941 Two O ' clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Clerk nook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. II'I The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. LIBRARY Mrs. Walter B, Miller, of the Redlands Council of Parents & Teachers, addressed the Council; also Mrs. Rodney L. Cranmer, of the Redlands Motion Picture Council, and each presented written recommendations that the tax apportionment to the Smiley Library be increased one cent. The communications were ordered filed for consideration at the time of fixing the tax rate. WATER Mrs. E. L. Schmidt, upper hientone area, addressed the Council in a plea for favorable action on the request of property owner for City Water service to the Will Creek area east of Rocky Comfort, filed with this Board on May 21, 1941. Commis- sioner Peterson, Chairman of the Committee to whom the petition was referred, presented an estimate of cost prepared by the City Engineer, as $2,700.00. After discussion, the matter was continued for further consideration by the Committee and petitioners in an effort to work out a plan which will relieve the City of so large an investment] for so small income. A three year extension of time was granted Clark S. Collins in the matter 11 of an old water bill agreement dated June, 1935, and extended in 1938, in compliance II' and conjunction with the other creditors. EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY The City Attorney filed a request for warrants to issue as follows, underL the purchase agreement entered into by this City relative to East Lugonia Mutual Water Company holdings : $ 469. 15 to J. W. Batchelor, County Tax Collector, payment of 1940 delinquent taxes in full, on the real property and improvements. $ 519.09 to San Bernardino County Treasurer payment of one- fifth of balance of delinquent taxes on the property under a Five Year Plan of Redemption. $ 5000.00 to the East Lugonia Diutual Water Company, down payment on account of Lease dated April 1, 1941. 3000.00 to East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, payment in full for Option dated April 1, 1941. After due consideration, and upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, warrants were authorized and directed to issue as follows : 469. 15 to Pioneer Title Insurance & Trust Company for payment of 1940 delinquent taxes in full. X120 --- - 9 09 to Pioneer Title Insurance & Trust Company for j payment of l 5 of balance of delinquent taxes on property under Five Year Plan Year Plan, ( payable out of the General Fund (Water Department) , with Councilmen Clapp and Rees II voting "No" . CHRISTMAS DE ORATIONS I Harold Harris and Jack Iahn, merchants, appeared before and discussed with ) Council members , the matter of funds for Christmas decorations, publicity, etc. , after Hhich the Mayor requested them to submit in writing their requests for consideration II ' at time of making up next years budget. APPLICATION , The application of Miss Anna Zandbergen for clerical position, was it 6 presented and ordered filed. II i _AIWJT — !I The application of G. E. Mullen, City, for making the annual audit was iI presented and ordered filed. CITY JUDGE I A communication from Chas L. Poulsen, Lompoc, California, applying for thel Redlands City Judgeship if and when a vacancy occurs or change is contemplated, was 11. ! presented and ordered filed. I COMMUNICATIONS ( II; The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From Benj. Johnson, acting Secretary of the Town Club, decrying the I, ( condition of Cajon Street ; ! r p li From the Cemetery Committee of the American Legion tort #106, in apprecia-I; tion of the co-operation of this Council and Superintendent Hartman and Engineer I Hinckley, in the care of the Cemetery and for its appearance on Decoration Day; ii From the City Clerk, Beaumont, California, advising of the Citrus Belt League meeting to be held in said City on the evening of June 27, 1941, with dinner iII flat 7 :00 o ' clock, P. M. L,I INSURANCE A communication from Insurance Agent , Sawyer, relative to complete public II I liability coverage for all City activities, was presented by the Clerk and referred to the Insurance Committee (Councilman Clapp, chairman) for consideration and I i!. recommendation. �I Ii i PETITI0S ( I Petition No. 4277, signed by Mrs. Mae McRae, for a street light on Clark ' Street west of Highway 99, was presented and referred to the Street Commissioner and 111 i Engineer with power to act. Petition No. 4278, J. A. Nowlin, et al, for improvement of Clay Street, ! between Lugonia and Pennsylvania Avenues, was presented and ordered filed. Engineer ii Hinckley advised the Board that the improvement , together with other streets in that p area, is included in the W. P. A. -Street program the coming year. Ili it I 121 ro C, REPORTS A summary by the Clerk of receipts and expenditures for the 11 months 1 ending May 31, 1941; and reports of the Treasurer, City Judge and Laboratory tests for the month of May, 1941, were presented and ordered filed, PLANNING COMMISSJQ.N The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held June 17 . 194 ', was presented and ordered filed : Moved by Collins, seconded by Collett, and passed that the Commission recommend that the petition of E. C. Clemens be approved to remove the small umbrella tree in front of 249 Myrtle Street ; Moved by Collins, seconded by Collett, and motion was passed to recommend that the petition of Earl D. Minnick to remove three pepper trees in front of 524 W. Fern Ave. , be denied; Moved by Collins, seconded by Rigby, and motion was passed to recommend that the petition of Mrs. J. M. Johnson, for permission to construct addition to garage at SW corner of Cajon and Fern with variation of adjacent set back line, be approved. The recommendations of the Commission were duly approved, upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm. ORDINANCE Proposed Ordinance No. 823, Creating a local defense Council, introduced at the last regular meeting, was continued for further consideration, and the Clerk was directed to supply Council members with a copy of the proposed Ordinance. CITY HALL AUDITORIUM A report marked "A" to replace the report submitted to this Board on May 7 , 1941, was presented and read by the Mayor as chairman of the City Hall Auditorium Committee (composed of the Mayor, Councilmen Peterson and Krumm) , fixing_ the minimum charges and establishing certain rules and regulations for use of the Auditorium, and naming the Mayor, the Building and Park Commissioners as a Committee II to °pass on any questions as to use of the Auditorium requiring immediate action. Afte consideration, the said report was approved and ordered filed, upon motion of Council-III man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees. BIDS - Printing Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, the 11 ' Clerk was authori7ed and directed to call for sealed proposals for City printing for r the next fiscal year, proposals to be opened July ]6, 1941. is TRANSFERS Upon recommendation of the City Clerk, the transfer of $1 .000.00 in Marchi and $300.00 in April, 1941, by the Treasurer from the Water Department tQ the City it ( Hall Building Fund, was unanimously ratified. FIRE ARMS - State Guards The question of a place for storage of fire arms ; for meetings and drills of the local State guards, was discussed at some length and action deferred pending more details as to needs, etc . SII I-122 &ATtiING SUITS - odd type The question of disposal of a number of old type bathing suits was raised !j by Park Commissioner Clapp and after due consideration he was authorized to dispose of them to the best advantage for the City, and report to this Board. SIGNS A question as to location, etc . , of service Club signs, etc. , was discussed and referred to the following Committee : Councilmen Clapp, Rees and Engineer SII Hinckley, for contacting the several Clubs and to submit report and recommendation to'I this Council. SIDEWALKS Defects, etc . , in sidewalks was discussed at some length, lead by Council- ' man Rees, who recommended that the City continue to make minor repairs where defect Iis caused by Street trees . He also endorsed and urged a complete insurance coverage ;. for all City activities, etc. BONING Upon suggestion of Councilman Krumm, the Attorney was directed to prepare yand submit an amendment to Zoning Ordinance 'go. 813, to clarify set back line j', reouirements for corner lots. jj it II CONTINUED Eradication of scale on City owned property; East Stuart Avenue extension; Insurance ; title to Mill Creek ranches ; budget consideration, were continued to next I� l meeting. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to June 25, 1941, at 2 o 'clock, P. M. , with Councilmen Clapp and Rees voting "No" . 1 Attest : - City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 11 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - i Ij 1 Redlands, California June 25. 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting.11 j Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Clerk Il, i Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Cooper and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Err' - - - GAS TAX W. F. Graham, Secretary, Southern Counties Developemnt Association, II addressed the Board in explanation of efforts by the Association for an initiative measure to go on the ballot for a more just and equitable division of the gasoline tax between northern and southern districts, and presented certain written data. He stated that the cost would be approximately $130,000.00 of which the City' s part would be approximately $500.00. The matter was filed for future consideration. II CHRETMAS DECORATIONS The question of an appropriation for Christmas decorations was again considered, when the Clerk presented the request of the business men for an approprial tion of $1,000.00, $838.00 of which goes to the decorating firm for material, the balance to cover installation,, etc. Councilman Krumm filed a segregated list of Business License receipts and moved an appropriation of *500.00 for purchase of material, the City to install and light, seconded by Councilman Rees. Councilman Peterson suggested that quite a bit of material was now on hand from previous years purchases that should be considered. Roll call resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Rees and Krumm Noes : Councilmen Clapp and Peterson The Mayor declared the motion lost and appointed a Committee consisting of Councilmen$ Peterson, Krumm and Rees to confer with the business men' s group in an effort to IIwork out a satisfactory solution, giving consideration to the material on hand, and to report to this Board. LIBRARY A communication from C.H. Clock, President of the Library Board of Trustees, was presented; and Lyman M. King addressed the Council in a plea or as liberal appropriation as possible to the Library Fund for the coming fiscal year. He was assured that due consideration would be given the matter at time of fixing the jl tax rate. DAMAGE SUIT The City Attorney presented a copy of complaint No. 46716, Harold Boyd against the City for damages alleged to have been due to bad condition of the street Il at the intersection of Cypress Avenue and San Mateo Street. The copy was ordered II filed and the City Attorney directed to make proper denial of same. ORDINANCE Proposed Ordinance No. 823, Creating a Local Defense Council, introduced at the meeting on June 4, 1941, was read by the Attorney, and after minor changes in Section 5, to conform to a proposed County Ordinance, was re-introduced as changed IIand laid over under the rules. COMMTTNICATIONS A communication from Attorney General Warren, advising of the annual California Technical Institute of Peace Officers ' Training., was presented and ordered filed. Fr- 124 A communication from C. A. Harris Presiding Elder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, relative to rental payment, was presented and ordered filed, and I' li warrants were authorized to issue accordingly. APPLICATIONS The application of W. A. Adams, 330 Nordina Street, for employment with the City, addressed tb Councilman Clapp, was presented and ordered filed. II _EAST__1110111AJEMIALIATElla The City Attorney presented a deed conveying to the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, the City' s one-fourth interest in certain property as set out in the lease-purchase agreement entered into on the 23rd day of April, 1941, between said parties; he also requested two warrants to issue to the Pioneer Title Insurance & p Trust Company, in the sum of $5.000.00 and $3,000.00 respectively, per said agreement. After some discussion, the Mayor and Clerk were authorized and directed to execute said deed, and said warrants were authorized to issue accordingly, payable out of the General Fund (Water Department) , upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, with Councilmen Clapp and Rees voting "No". AUTO Police Commissioner Krumm again expressed the immediate need for an auto for the Police Department and moved that bids be called for a Ford, with Mercury motor, etc. Motion declared lost for lack of a second. The Commissioner protested the award made recently for the purchase of a Chevrolet for the department. Upon question Iby the Mayor, the Commissioner said he would use the Chevrolet as far as possible, but 11 insisted that the Ford is the best buy for Police use. II INSURANCE i I Chairman Clapp of the Insurance Committee, reported the Committee recommended that bids be called for a complete Public Liability policy for all activities of the City. The recommendation of the Committee was duly approved and the City Attorney ,' I was directed to prepare form of notice for the Clerk to publish accordingly. Bids , to be opened at 2 o'clock. P. M. , July ]B, 1941. �I The matter of fire insurance was continued for further consideration of the Committee. __JCEMRTERY it Commissioner Rees submitted a communication from W. B. Johnson, local agent H for O'Melveny-Wagenseller & Durst, Investment securities, Los Angeles, relative to p sale of securities held by the Cemetery Endowment Fund and re-investment of funds. a Referred to Commissioner Rees, Councilman Paterson, The City Attorney and Treasurer I for consideration and recommendation. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. I Attest : .,„_4/i—dsi a- City Mayor of the Citlof Redlands, California. ? 4,4 re - 0 _ 0 - 0 - O - 0 - 0 - 125 Redlands, California July 2, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krum, Peterson, Mayor Gunter, 11 Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of June 25, 1941 were read and approved. The Mayor called upon members of the local Women' s Relief Corp present, who in a well directed brief program, presented tothe Council a silk flag with staff and pedestal, which in appropriate remarks., of appreciation, was duly accepted by thele Mayor for and on behalf of the City. APPLICATIONS The application of Jack Wiersema, 1029 Clay Street, for employment by 1 the City, was presented and ordered filed; The application of Harold Giedt, 832 Stillman Avenue, for permission to sell candy bars and pop corn at or near the bowl (prosellis) was presented, denied I I, and ordered filed. COMMUNTCATTONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed : From Lewis B. Rogers, expressing appreciation of the "Penny-a-Meal" _group of the First Baptist Church for the facilities and conveniences provided at Sylvan Park for use of the public on occasion of picnics, etc . ; From Gill Electric Manufacturing Corporation, urging all out use of Gill batteries for City cars. The Clerk was directed to secure a price list and to assure them of co-operation as far as possible. COMMUNITY MUS_ C A communication from Vice President Harris , making formal request for an appropriation of 81500.00 for the current season of Community Music Association, was presented, rranted and ordered films, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilmen Peterson and Clapp. REPORTS Reports of the Judge, Building Inspector and Laboratory tests for the month of June. 1941, and of the Judge, Building Inspector and Police Department for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. A report of the Gold Banner Association, with check for 821. 31, bal- ance due for sale of oranges from the Church Street and Colton Avenue grove, was presented and ordered filed, and the check turned into the General Fund. it BUSINESS LICENSES it 1 The Clerk submitted a list of Business License delinquents prepared .. by the License Collector. After due consideration, and upon motion of Councilman Mayon Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the/Attorney and Collector i, Pr-126 -- - --- --- __ _ - - -- -_ - - I q were directed to take such steps as necessary to collect. ORDINANCE I' II II Ordinance No. 823, Creating a Local Defense Council, read and II II introduced June 25, 1941, the reading of which at this time is waved upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, was duly adopted by the following ) 1 vote: Ir Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Ii II Noes : None II, Upon recommendation of the Police Commissioner the Attorney was directede I to prepare an Ordinance relative to parking regulations, especially in the City Held ' area. ANNUAL AUDIT II G. E. Mullen, local auditor, was authorized and directed to make the II I annual audit of City books for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1941, at a sum of l11 il l' $125.00, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, with11 Councilmen Clapp and Ress voting "No" . II WATER DEPARTMENT !I The question of exchanges of water between the City and various local ii 11 Companies and individuals was discussed by Council members and Superintendent II H Hinckley and continued for 'further consideration at some future date. Councilman Rees submitted data relative to water exchanging, which was ordered filed. II il SSMr k_RY `Commissioner sees submitted a memorandum prepared by W. B. Johnson, !I Agent, relative to securities held by the Cemetery Endowment Fund, which was filed- �j� I for consideration of the Committee composed of Councilmen Rees, Peterson, the II Treasurer and Attorney. TRANSFER ,. r: 11 The City Treasurer was authorized and directed to transfer from the ' 4i Gas Tax Street_ Improvement_ Fund, the sum of $3,605.78 to the General Fund, per ill 11statement filed by Engineer Hinckley. l 11 Il DEATH - PARR J 1 The death of A. S. Parr, of the local police force, was announced, and ) 'I the following Resolution unanimously adopted: ll II WHEREAS, death has again visited the group of City employees and death claimed Albert S. Parr; II and I WHEREAS, Mr. Parr rendered an efficient service on the local police force for a great number� of years; and II WHEREAS, the City has lost a splendid officer, I NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City Council hereby express its sincere sympathy I I to the members of the family; that said 11 Resolution be spread upon the records of 11 this Council and a copy transmitted to II Mrs. Parr. II 'I 127 POLICE DEPARTMENT Police Commissioner Krumm announced the promotion of Jack Middleton, policeman, to the position of Night Sergeant, and recommended and moved that he re- ceive the salary $150.00 per month, which the position has heretofore carried. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rees and duly adopted, with Councilmen Clapp and Peterson voting "No". BUDGET The budget for the fiscaltear 1941-42 was next considered. A five and one-half day week was agreed upon; the following changes were recommended: Phil Hanson Cemetery Dept. from $ 4.00 to $ 4. 50 per day W. F. Pendergraft Street, " " 5. 31 " 5.50 " " 'I H. S. Geddes Water " " 5.08 " 5. 50 " " '' H. H. Hendon Street " " 4. 50 " 5.08 " " II Lois Sprich Eng. & Bldg. " " 120.00 " 130.00 " mo. Marjorie Wearne Water " " :77. 50 " 102. 50 " " John Woodstra " " " 97.50 " 102.50 " " I'li Hugo Tieck " " " 5P day week" 10 da. mo. Schedule Police Commissioner Krum advised other members that he will ask for a substantial increase in the puce salary schedule. The Mayor suggest an adjounwd meeting for further consideration of the budget, and upon motion the meeting adjourned to 2 o'clock. P. M. , Monday, July 7, 1941, at which time the Council will also sit as a Board of Equalization. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. All other matters were continued. SII Attest : (1:?47Z-7 ? City Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.) tist_ - 00- i Redlands, California July 7, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. The Council met and adjourned as a Board of Equalization, after filing for further action, the petition of the "Society for Christian Instruction of Redlands" , for exemption from taxes its property at the SW cor. of Clay street and Union Avenue. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meetings i_ J 4 x128 Present ; Councilmen Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley. Absent : Councilman Clapp, Treasurer Tripp and Building Inspector Cooper. The minutes of the last regular meeting, July 2, 1941. were read and d approved. ii APPLICATION The Clerk presented the application of Oscar Verley for permission to erect a garage at 516 East State Street, closer to the adjoining property line than permitted by the Building Code. The application was also signed by Dan F. McEwen, the adjoining property owner and was approved by the Building Commissioner and i II, Inspector. After due consideration, the application was granted, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peter onr. REPORT The Clerk filed a written report as to City Hall cost, etc. PLUNGE The Mayor presented the question of waRe pay to Mrs. Hubbard, plunge employee, now receiving $3. 50 per day. After discussion, and upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Ress, her wage was fixed at $4.00 a day, effective at once. This brought up the question of minimum wages, etc. , and after discussion, the following scale was unanimously adopted by the four members present upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees : 40% per hr. until placed on the regular pay roll 504 per hr. ($4.00 per da. ) for first year on regular roll $4. 50 per 8 hr. day thereafter II Effective beginning A.M. on July 9, 1941. ii i DEFENSE COUNCIL J The Mayor named and the Council,upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm, approved the appointment of Bruce McDaniel as Vice-Chairman of the Defense Council, under provision of Ordinance No. 82$. SETT"?R HOUSING The Mayor announced a Federal allotment of $2,000,000.00 to this County for "better housing program" , and the Mayor and Attorney were authorized and ' directed to represent this City in the matter. STATE GUARDS H The Mayor brought up the question of place of meeting, etc . for the local State guard unit, stating that satisfactory quarters could be had at the old k Post Office Building, NW cor. of State and Third Streets , at a monthly rental of 565.00. After consideration and discussion, he was authorized and directed to secur© the quarters , if possible, at a rental of$55.00 a month for a period of twelve month . 1.29 BUDGET The 1941-42 budget was considered at some length. Police Commissioners Krumm presented a budget totalling $31,940.00 for the Police Department, calling ' for two new autos and one motorcycle, and salary increases amounting to approximately $1,100.00. The tax rate was also given consideration upon suggestion of the Clerk that the tax rate be fixed as soon as possible, not later than the 10th to give time for making up the tax rolls. After due consideration and discussion it was determined to meet at 8 o' clock. P. M. , Wednesday, July 9, 1941, for consideration of budget matters and tax rate. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting 1 adjourned to 8 o' clock. P. M. , July 9, 1941. • Attest : C4i:C:A24 A Cit Mayor of the & oYRnds, California. /tee 1 1/70 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 II Redlands , California I July 9 . 1941 Eight o' clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, hrumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and Engineer ninckley. The Clerk presented a claim in the sum of ? 28.74 for State sales tax for the last quarter, which was ordered paid out of the Cemetery Endowment Fund. \� A claim for $30.00 in favor of the Redlands Heights Water Company, for assessment on 10 shares of water stock owned by the Cemetery Department, was referred to the Engineer and Commissioner for consideration and recommendation. BONDS - Cemetery Endowment Fund Upon recommendation of the Committee, composed of Councilmen Peterson and Rees, the Treasurer and Attorney, and motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by II Councilman Rees , the sale of $30,000.00 securities belonging to the Cemetery Endow- ment Fund, was authorized. The matter of re-investment of proceeds was left for p, future action. _BUDGET_ Budget matters were considered at some length resulting in tentative department totals set up as follows : Pr-130 General Government $ 23,120.00 Police Department 30,690.00 u Building Inspector 3,000,00 Insurance (P.L.-Compensation-Fire) 4,500.00 ' Fire Department 23,885.00 IIStreet and Lighting 54,000.00 Health Department 3,120.00 Charities & Corrections 500.00 I Unemployment 4,000.00 , I Parks & Playgrounds 22,200.00 Community Music Association 1, 500.00 Orange Show 500.00il Street Decorations 500.00 k Steel Counters 1,500.00 ll li City Hall Building Fund 5,500.00 ,; II Unappropriated 3,735.00 II Total $ 182,050.00 Water Department 71,000.00 °I il GRAND TOTAL $ 253,050.00 it ' The Clerk was directed to assemble the budget data above for further consideration by� I this Board. it —TAX RATE After consideration and discussion, the Clerk was authorized and directedl,, ito prepare the 1941 tax roll on a basis of J1. 50 total on the $100.00 of assessed_ 11 value , with the rate allocation to the several funds left for action at time of adoption of the tax ordinance. 1,I II I No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. '' I ,, Attest : II , dA , ,1 A,./.,,<A y Cityty C� Mayor of the City of Redlands, California: °It'd 11"44) >litite t afitTh il ,, LI - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I II Redlands, California Two O 'clock, P. M. 1 July_ 16, 1941 !', ' This being the time fixed for a regular meeting of the City Council, and II jno member being present ( all out for a visit to March Field to see the "giant bomber,ll II 1, 8-19" , and for a tour of Haan training camp) , the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to 2 o'clock, P. M. , Friday, July 18, 1941. I Attest : C� City Clerk, City of Redlands, ii California. 1 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - V i I , II II Iii I, 131 _ _ _ Redlands, California July 18. 1941 I Two O'clock, P. M. An adjourned, regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. The minutes of the last regular and adjourned regular meetings, were read and approved. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Clerk Hook, 'I Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. Absent : Councilman Rees. DRAFTEES Henry Wilson, of the local Draft Board, addressed the Council relative to "send off" for draftees , explaining some of the problems confronted in the matter. After consideration and discussion by Council members present , the matter was left in 'I the hands of the former Committee : Councilmen Peterson, Krumm and Clapp, with power to act. _ALLEY 1�� Henry Romo, owner of some property on the north side of East Central (#4281)/ Avenue, between Orange and Fifth Streets, addressed the Council and filed a petition for the closing of the 15 foot alley between Orange and Fifth Streets running north from East Central Avenue approximately a distance of 721 feet. He stated that adjoin; ing property owners did not object and that he was willing to bear the expense. Ref- I erred to the Planning Commission for investigation and recommendation. j _AtP ICATIQN The application of Richard B. Dibble, for position on the police force was presented and ordered filed. POLI1. Upon recommendation of Police Commissioner Krumm, George Squires, 618 Orange Street, was appointed to the Police force, effective July 15, 1941, at a salary of $$120.00 per month. 11 11 _ REPORTS Report of the Board of Health for the month of June and annual reports of the Board of health and Library, for the year ending June 30, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNTNG COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of July 17, 1941,' 1 Iwas presented and ordered filed : On motion of Mr. Collett, seconded by Mr. Rigby, the Planning Commission recommended that the Petition of Florence Faris to remove a pepper tree in front of 52 San Gorgonio Drive, be I granted. On motion of Mr. Collett, seconded by Mr. Rigby, the Planning Commission recommended that the Petition of Jennie Pence and Anna M. Thompson to remove the 2 pepper trees in front of 225 Norwood Street, be granted providing one camphor tree be planted in their place. The recommendations of the Commission were duly approved, upon motion of Councilman ij x132 DKrumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson. CO ANNICATIONS I The following communications were presented and ordered filed: Mrs . M. A. Cranmer, relative to Library tax rate; II I Mrs. Hannah P. Hollabaugh, suggesting increased seating capacity at the bowl_; j ii Brooke Sawyer, Insurance Agent, advising the City of complete Public d !' Liability Insurance coverage for activities of the Community Music AssociationII 1, ORDINANSS 1' I '' Proposed Ordinance No. 824, Fixing the Rate and Levying the Property Tax for the Fiscal Year 1941-42, was read by the City Attorney, introduced and laid over h under the rules. DEEMS !I The Clerk presented a communication addressed to the Mayor advising of the official creation of the San Bernardino County Defense Council and requesting this II City to name one person to serve on the County Council. Upon motion of Councilman II 1 Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm, Mayor Gunter was chosen as such member. 1 Mayor Gunter then recommended the following persons as members of the City II j i of Redlands Defense Council, under Ordinance No. 823: Bruce McDaniel, E. E. Runkel, W. 0. Mulligan, Clarence Black, Geo S. Hinckley, Mrs. Max A. Cranmer, Harold Harris , School Supt . Branigan and Ted Fletcher. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by, II o Councilman Peterson, the said recommendations were approved and so ordered. I; i RECESS At this time the Mayor declared 10 minutes recess in deference to a group of City Hall employees with cake and punch, honoring this birthday of Councilman . 1 Peterson. After expression of good will and appreciation, the Council proceeded with City business. III PUBLIC LIABTT,TTY TKS NCE - Bids it r This being the time set for opening of bids for Public Liability Insurance'' covering all acitivities oC the City, the following proposals were submitted, publicly I i opened and declared: ! Dike & Company Realty Company of Redlands 1 Hazel L. Webster Larry Noble Brooke Sawyer IIJohn T. Collins Redlands Association of Insurance Agents ! Pacific Coast Branch National Board of Casualty & Surety Underwriters, San Francisco II Referred to the Insurance Committee for consideration and recommendation. it PUBLiC PRINTZNCr i I. No proposal being received for the printing for the City, the Clerk wasII directed to contact the several printing shops and secure sealed proposals for the ! next meeting. BUDGET l, I The Clerk supplied each member with a copy of tentative budget, including 'I certain adjustment recommendations made July 2, 1941, and the 52 day week for regular 133 -__ - - - City employees, showing a total of $253,050.00 for the General City and Water Depart- ments, and $18,000.00 for the Cemetery Department. The budget set-up was considered 111 it land discussed by Council members, and was duly adopted upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Krumm. __D P TRUC. Upon recommendation and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Council- man Krumm, sealed proposals were called to supply the City (Park Dept. ) with a dump truck, per specifications of the Park Commissioner. Bids to be opened at the regularli meeting August 6 , 1941, MINIM WAGE__, Councilman Clapp again expressed his opposition to the 44 per hour minimum wage scale for labor approved at the meeting on July 7, 1941, and moved to rescind said action and adopt the former wageo 50 mer hour. The motion was II seconded by Councilman Krumm and discussed at some length, with action deferred till he next meeting, by consent of the maker and second to the motion. CJJBFEW The Police Commissioner recommended invoking the curfew ordinance if still in effect. Referred to the City Attorney for investigation and report. SECURITIES (Cemetery Endowment Fund) � The Treasurer, for the Committee, reported the sale of J30.000.00 of securities belonging to the Cemetery Endowment Fund for the sum of j36,249.86. The question of re-investment of the proceeds together with approximatelyj14,000.00 cashil on hand in the Fund, was left in the hands of the Committee for investigation and recommendation to this Board at 8 o'clock, P. M. , July 25, 1941. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, the meeting adjourned to 8 o'clock, P. M. , Friday, July 25, 1941. Attest : C ty lerk. Mayo he City of Redlands, California. Lni-et-C $17 , ateff 1 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - II I , I II x134 � - --- - --- --- - --- - -- - - - ----- - -- -- - -- 11 Redlands, California I July 25, 1941 I 7 :00 O' clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, Califor-I II nia, held at the regular place of meeting, one hour earlier, by written consent of Beach Council member herewith filed. il Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, together with the Clertk, Treasurer, Attorney and Engineer. I REAL ESTSTE SALE 1 II Realtor Brewster addressed the Council and submitted an offer to purchase H ii ( from the City the property lying south of Highway 99, North of West State Street, and immediately west of the Johnston Tractor Company property (being a portion of Lot 3O,i Barton Rancho) , at a price of .$4 ,500.00. Upon motion the matter was referred to a I I• ( Committee composed of Councilmen Clapp, Rees and Krumm, and the City Attorney for consideration and recommendation. r' MINUTES 1The Mayor suggested dispensing with the reading of the minutes until the b next meeting to permit him and Councilman Peterson to attend the Citrus Belt League 'meeting in Ontario. Councilman Rees expressed the opinion that City business was �I Il, more important and made a motion for the reading of the minutes, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp. The question being called resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp and Rees II, Noes : Councilmen Krumm and Peterson and the Mayor declared the motion lost. I Ii INVESTMENT OF CEMETERY ENDOWMENT FUN•163 The question of investment of Cemetery Endowment Funds was considered at some length, with Councilmen Rees and Clapp recommending that 150.000.00 be invested 'i in Series G--U. S.Defense Bonds. After further consideration and discussion a motion i by Councilman Krumm, that $35,000.00 be invested in said bonds at this time, was seconded by Councilman Peterson and duly adopted, with Councilmen Clapp and Rees voting "No" , and stating that their opposition was to the amount only. A department I circular No. 654 relative to said bonds was filed. INSURANCE Councilman Clapp, chairman of the Insurance Committee, recommended that the FIproposal of the Pacific Indemnity Company submitted by John T. Collins, local agent , I be accepted and award made accordingly. No action was taken pending further study !i LI I, and consideration at the next meeting. II II I REPORTS li Councilman Clapp presented a written report of Earl D. Minnick, treasurer ofd the CommunityRecreation Committee, includingOriental Avenue i , pool for the period of January 1 to June 30, 1941, which was ordered filed. J POLICE ii Councilman Clapp tendered a document which he expressed a desire to read, ii Councilman Krumm at this time moved toadlourn, seconded by Councilman Peterson. The' I r 131 Mayor suggested that the document be filed for consideration at a later date. The motion to adjourn being called, resulted as follows: Ayes : Councilmen Krumm and Peterson Noes : Councilmen Clapp and Rees. The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. Attest : 5 / ' CityClerk. Mayo of the City of Redlands , California. 1601.41-cf trutt 6-47: it y - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California August 6. 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held 1 at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, hrumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. Minutes of the adjourned regular meetings of July 18 and 25, 1941, were read and approved. it FEDERAL HOUSING PROGRAM The Mayor announced the presence of Harold. Price, a member of the County Federal Housing Authority for this City, and requested him to address the Council. Mr. Price assured the Council, that while he is a resident of Mentone, that he is vitally interested in Redlands. He then called upon Attorney John King, San Berner- U dino, to explain to the Council the main features of the Authroity and the benefit thereunder. Mr. King placed the operations and proposed plans of the Authority before the Council in a very clear and comprehensive manner, answering questions of Council members as to plans, etc. Mr. R. A. Beeler, 210 West Cypress Avenue, upon suggestion of the Mayor, gave a short verbal resume of his findings in a preliminary survey of a portion of the City, which revealed the need of such a program.here. After full consideration and discussion, the following Resolutions were unanimously adopted : "A" Need and request ; ' "B"_ Appropriation not to exceed $1,000 for survey; No. 555 Consent for County Authority to operate in City; No. 556 Authorizing execution of bo-operation agreement between this City and the San Bernardino County Housing Authority. K CITY PROPERTY - Sale In the matter of the proposed purchase of City property on Highway 99 and ,I West State Street, submitted at the last meeting, the following recommendation signed' by Committee members Clapp-Rees-Krumm, was read by the Clerk : x136 "Your Committee recommends that the City keep property i, until it has been definitely determined whether or not to use it as Fire Station site. We feel that the property will i1 always have same value for commercial property. We feel that I the City would be in better position to lease than to sell. " ;I I it Action was deferred till next meeting, pending developments relative to location of al I new fire station. 1� DELINQJENT TAXES I A request by N. L. Levering, on behalf of Antonio Gonzales, owner, for relief of portion of certain delinquent taxes against Lot 13, Iowa Tract, was then considered, IIIll i' developing that City delinquent taxes went back to 1915, while the County shows approximately 7 years. Referred to Councilmen Peterson and Rees and Attorney for i! investigation and recommendation. __A_PPLICATIONS _ The following applications for employment with the City were presented and Ilordered filed : Vaughn Cary 221 South Buena Vista St. , Clerical-Janitor-general H. G. Cain 1460 Washington Street preferably Cemetery Dept. PETITIONS !i !! Petition No. 4282, signed by Mrs. Margaret Smith. et a1, requesting the 11 enforcement of Zoning restrictions in the Enterprise Tract, was referred to the i !Building Inspector and Commissioner for investigation and recommendation. il .Petition No. 4281, Henry Romo. et al, for closing of alley between Orange and I Fifth Streets, North of Central Avenue, was continued for further consideration. REPORTS 11 it Reports of the Treasurer, Judge, Building Inspector, Health Department and ii ,!Laboratory tests for the month of July, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION 11 The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of August 5. 194] , was I� I ! presented and ordered filed: ' The petition of Joe T. Chaves to remove a pepper tree north of i 1417 Orange Street , was duly considered and after a motion by I Mr. Collins, seconded by Mr. Rigby, it was voted to recommend 'I the tree ' s removal. The petition of Henry Romo to close theill end of alley adjacent to and abutting Orange Street and Fifth Street facing East Central Avenue was considered. 11 The recommendations of the Commission were duly approved, upon motion of Councilman I'Peterson, seconded by Councilman Rees. I FRANCHISE TAX A report of the Pacific Electric Railway Company, for period ending July 19, 1941_, '! showing franchise tax of 85.64, due the City under Ordinance No, 801, was presented 'I 11 1 li ° and ordered filed, and the money placed in the General Fund.11 111COMMUNICATIONS ! it I The following communications were presented and ordered filed: I From Mrs. A. S. Parr and family, in appreciation of Council ' s expression of i. lsymnathy at the passing of her husband; From Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference, advising of annual meeting, at 137 Santa Barbara, September 30-October 3, 1941, and requesting attendance of the Buildings III Inspector. Permission was granted and an allowance of y$25.00 toward expense was authorized; 1 From Mrs . Benj . C. Torrence, Kendall Street, addressed to Councilman Clapp, ur• in_ better recreation facilities, etc . , for Senior citizens . Referred to Park Commissioner Clapp for consideration and recommendation; From Chas. Koelsche, 16 West Highland Avenue, suga..esting that the City sponsor and hold a weekly dance in the City Hall Auditorium; From Edward A. Penprase, Attorney for Mill Creek Limestone Company and Wm Ball, seeking to lease certain Mill Creek Water Owners property in upper Mill Creek, was referred to Councilmen Peterson and Clapp and Engineer Hinckley for consideration and recommendation. I I ORDINANCE Ordinance No. 824, Fixing the Rate and Levying the Property Tax for the 1- al Year _94 -42, introduced and read at the adjourned regular meeting on July 18, ill, 1941, was read by the City Attorney and duly adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Rees , Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes : None. BIDS (Road Oil) This being the time set for opening of bids for supplying the City with Ltoad oil, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: Richfield Oil Corporation Union Oil Company of California Gilmore Oil Company Bid of the Richfield Oil Corporation being the lowest and best, award was made accordingly, upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm. All other II bids were rejected', and all ordered filed. (Truck) 'I This being the time set for opening of bids for supplying the City with a dump truck, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: Loge & Yount , Inc. Lange & Runkel International Harvester Company After due consideration, the bids were referred to a Committee composed of Councilmen C1apa, Rees and Peterson., for consideration and recommendation. Ili I (Printing) The Clerk submitted sealed proposals for City printing for the fiscal year II beginning July 1 , 1941, from the following: Arthur Commercial Press. The Beacon Printery Cirro raph PrintingCompany g P y West-O-Craft Studio (Ralph W. Odom) After due consideration, the bids were referred to Councilmen Rees and Peterson, and City Clerk Hook, ri_38 COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE �I The Clerk read the Committee ' s recommendation, that award be made to the Pacific Indemnity Company, John T. Collins , local representative, for comprehensive p ii Public Liability Insurance coverage (bodily injury only) for all City activities , at jl II I the premium rate for three years as submitted in its bid. The recommendation was duly iapproved, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees. TRAFFIC it A letter from IvMr. & Mrs. John Smeding, 95 Texas Street, urging traffic II stops at the intersection of West State and Texas Streets, was presented and ordered 'i filed. After due consideration, stops were authorized as follows : 1' West bound traffic on State Street stop at Texas Street ; North bound traffic on Texas Street stop at State Street. j II Leonard Leest, 135 West Citrus Avenue, earlier in the meeting urged white lines and pedestrian lanes on Brookside Avenue between Grant Street and Citrus Avenue; 1 'Referred to Police and Street Commissioners . o 11 POJICE & FIRE DEPARTMENTS ij I Upon recommendation of the Police, and Fire Commissioners, and motion of , Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the following schedule of salaries was r. I ,duly adopted for said departments : iSI Police Firemen 'I Initial and 1st year $ 120.00 $ 120.00 2nd year 130.00 130.00 3rd year 140.00 140.00 4th year and after 150.00 145.00 ;j RFJ NATIO I I H The written resignation of Assistant Fire Chief, Stell Anderson, together 1 with written report of Fire Chief Trowbridge, were presented and ordered filed. After l' I clue consideration, a motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that the resignation be accepted, was duly adopted, with Councilmen Clapp and Rees voting II 1 'Non . I` !j DEMAND Damages A demand of "'rs. Nannie Swetzer, 386 Eighth Street, San Bernardino, in the , sum of $159.15 for medical treatment and expense occasioned by a fall on June 23, 1941, I at the SE entrance to the park at Eureka Street, was presented and referred to the 'i ( City Attorney for investigation and recommendation. II HEAVE 03_AB$EME I Commissioner Rees presented the request of J G. Schutt for a leave of II Ill absence for temporary Government employment in Central California. After due 11 I I, consideration, the request was granted for a period not to exceed six months, upon 1 II !Imotion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Peterson. POLICE. CCPAMISSIONER Councilman Clapp called for the reading of a Resolution filed at the Fmeeting of July 25, 1941, seeking removal of the Police Commissioner. The Clerk read ; 1 same, and Police Commissioner Krumm offered for filing and reading his statement II; I'I 1391 - relative to same. After the reading, Councilman Clapp moved the adoption of his Resolution, seconded by Councilman Rees . After consideration and discussion, the ques- tion being called, resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp and Rees Noes : Councilmen Krumm and Peterson The Mayor voted "No" and declared the motion lost. MINIMUM WAGE, ETC. ' Councilman Clapp recommended and moved to rescind the former action of this Board fixing the minimum wage at 40 ' per hour and fix same at 50/ per hour. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rees and duly adopted, effective August 7, 1941. Councilman Rees brought up the matter of wade adjustment relative to Elmer Moore, shop foreman. Referred to the Street and Water Commissioners for consideration and recommendation. Treasurer Tripp recommended and urged an increase of $17. 50 per month in salary of Assistant Treasurer Erbeck, stating it could be done without increasing his budget as adopted. No action was taken. INVESTMENT The purchase by the Treasurer, of a $11,000,00 Municipal Water Bond ( soon maturing) at a profit , was ratified and a warrant in the sum of $1,017.06 against the Cemetery Endowment Fund, was authorized. MISCELLANEOUS N. L. Levering addressed the Council on matters pertaining to City Government, ' especially as related to Water Department operations, collections, etc. The Mayor assured Mr. Levering that the Council would be glad to hear him more fully at some future time, the hour now being late. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner, and all othma ertters continued. ii Upon motion the meeting adjourned to 2 o' clock, P . M. , August 13, 1941, with Councilmen Clapp and Rees voting "No" . Attest : City Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 'Et -4-4-4 ITI-d-e. Stad; - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 I - 140 Redlands, California August 13, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. �l This being the time to which the last regular meeting adjourned, and II no Council members being present, the Clerk declared the meeting adjourned. I b lel i Attest : q CityC-lerk, City o III Redlands, California. Qjl 76n1C y)tct ,s7. t.l. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 1 , it 4 a Redlands, California 1 August 20, 1941 Two O' clock, P. M. I A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, ' held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Krumm and Peterson; City Clerk Hook,,, ; ' Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. I' II Absent : Mayor Gunter and Councilman Rees and Building Inspector Cooper) The Clerk called the meeting to order and called for nominations for ' I ' Mayor Pro Tem. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, Councilman Peterson was declared elected. 'I ' He stated that owing to the absence of the Mayor and Councilman Rees ,Wand upon request of Councilman Krumm, physically unwell, only such business as ',nec1 essary would be transacted. I' The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. I 1 The acting Mayor then announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone with matters to present, and the pastor of the Church of the Nazerene, l �iSE cor of Alta Street and Sun Avenue, addressed the Board in request for permission I� to place church direction signs at NE cor of Colton Avenue and Alta Street ; and the 4 II SE cor of Orange Street and Sun Avenue. Action was deferred until next meeting. COMM Th LCATZQN.S ' il, 111 ' The following communications were presented and ordered filed: li From the Mayor of Banning, advising of the meeting of the Citrus Belt , '' Il League of California Cities at Banning on August 22, 1941; l • Il From Secretary of San Bernardino County Housing Authority, acknowledg- 'l ing receipt of this City' s application for a project and allotment; II Il 1 l 11 I From League of California Cities advising that October 13-16, 1941, was ' the time and Sacramento the place for the next annual meeting of the League. ;! 1,I4¢ GAS TAX ALLOCATION j A communication from E. Q. Sullivan, District Engineer, Division of I 141 --- - - -41 Highways, submitting a memorandum of Agreement in triplicate for expenditure of ji__gas tax allocated for State Highways accruing to the City for the biennial period 111 ending dune 30, 1943, was presented. After due consideration, upon motion of Council- man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, Resolution No. 557, authorizing the acting Mayor and the City Clerk to execute same for and on behalf of the City, was adopted by the unanimous vote of the three members present. REPORT The annual report of the City Clerk for the year ending June 30, 1941, was presented and ordered filed, and the printing of 300 pamphlets of the report was authorized upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm. All other matters were continued. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the meeting (a recordtbi' brevity) adjourned to two o'clock, P. M. , August 27, 1941. Attest : )n City C� Mayoof the City of Redlands, California. 41.4, (-mei 54.17 on- - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 Redlands, California August 27, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. This being the time to which the last regular meeting adjourned, and no Council members being present, the Clerk declared the •meeting adjourned. Attest : City Clerk, City of Redlands, California. G;jr "AteLe 1441-d; cet-ff 1 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 Fr-1 42 Redlands, California September 3. 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, , held at the regular place of meeting. il Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, City jl ' Clerk Hook, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. !! II /1PPLICATION ! The application of Norman C. Herring, 716 West Lugonia Avenue, for iposition on the Police force, was presented and ordered filed. fi $EPEPQRT� 'j Reports of the City Treasurer for the month of July, 1941; Judge and laboratory tests for the month of August, 1941; the Fire Department for the ,year ending June 30. 1941, and Auditor Mullen ( in duplicate) for the last fiscal year, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION jThe following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on August 19, 1941, was presented and ordered filed: The petition of Rev. James Gray requesting permission to ;! ' remove three pepper trees on North side of Union Avenue between Columbia Street and alley to the West, was duly considered and premises inspected. It was moved by Collett and seconded by Collins, that permission to remove the 1st and 3rd tree be recommended to the Council. Motion carried. It was moved by Mr. Collett and seconded by Mr. Rigby that the '1 petition of Florence F. Billings to remove the pepper tree in front of 506 W. Walnut Ave. , be denied. Motion duly carried. . A motion was passed concurring with the letter of the Beautifi- cation Committee recommending that ohly pepper trees be permitted on the Center Parkway on Brookside Avenue, and requesting that the oak trees recently planted therein be removed. , The first and second recommendations of the Planning Commission were duly approved Il and the third recommendation was referred to Councilmen Clapp, Krumm and Engineer Hinckley for consideration and recommendation. 11 SUMP TRUCK_ Upon recommendation of the Committee, unanimously adopted, Loge & Yount. '; Inc. , was awarded the contract to supply the City with an 8 cylinder 3/4 ton truck for '! the Park Department, at a price of 11,200.00, per bids submitted August 6, 1941. Al19 J I ' other bids were rejected. fi C I Y .II�TINGfi Upon recommendation of the Committee, duly adopted, award for City li I, printing for the present fiscal year, was made to the low bid Rig. item, with the proviso that no pall be "farmed-out" outside the City. — CITIIROP_ERTY - Sa_le 1 The proposal of Earl Truscott, through Fulbright & Brewster, realtors to' purchase certain City owned property on Highway 99, east of Texas Street, together 1431 with the recommendation of the Committee, was ordered filed. DAMAGE CLAIM - Swetzer A communication from Brooke Sawyer, local agent, advising the City of the settlement of the claim of Mrs. Nannie Swetzer against the City, by the Globe Indemnity Company by payment of 4159.15, for injuries sustained at the "bowl" on June 23, 1941, was presented and ordered filed. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS A tabulation showing the July, 1941, quarterly payment of the l gas tax' a1l,ocatioq for Streets of Major Importance, and copies of annual reports of expenditures made by the State for sign maintenance and painting of traffic stripes on State Highways in the City, for the year ending June 30, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. WAGES ploy&es Upon recommendation of the Committee, duly adopted, the adjusted wage of] E. L. Moore, shop foreman, was fixed at $7.00 per 8 hr. day, effective September 1, , , 1S; The wage of Leo Waite was left as is; W. A. Hartman, Superintendent of the Cemetery, was voted an allowance ofll 1per mile for use of his auto for City busine s, but not for transportation to and from work. He will file detailed statement each month for mileage claim. ET1EET_?NSURANCE This being the date set for opening of bids for Public Liability and ,PropertySamage insurance covering the City fleet of cars, the following proposals were submitted, publicly opened and declared: John Wood - Pacific Automobile Insurance Company $ 744.43 Realty Co. of Redlands - Occidental Indemnity Company 1260.64 - St. Paul Mercury Indemnity Company 1197.66 - The Fidelity & Casualty Co. of New York 1260.64 " - Hartford Accident & Indemnity Company 1260.64 Redlands Ins. Agency - Pacific Indemnity Company 1023.57 Hazel L. Webster - Travelers Insurance Company 1260.64 The Pacific Automobile Insurance Company being the lowest, award was made accordingly,ll subject to approval of Company' s financial standing by the Insurance Committee composed of Councilmen Clapp-Rees-Peterson and Treasurer Tripp. All other bids were rejected. FI TERPR.I_S&.TRACT - Business The Committee to which Petition No. 4282, relative to enforcement of zoning restrictions in the Enterprise Tract, reported that there appears no violation at this time, and the petition was ordered filed. - UpaFR_MILL_CREk ,imestone Company The Clerk presented a protest to the proposed operation of a rock crusher in Mil] Creek Canyon by the Mill Creek Limestone Company, signed by Chas. Haas, et al, propertyowners. Referred to a Committee composed of Councilmen Peterson-Rees and Engineer ninckley for consideration and recommendation along with the application of the Limestone Company. —13ESOI.ULWN_ (Death M A. E Brock ) The Clerk advised the Council of the recent death of A. E, Brock, former, VIII Fr- 144 -- - --- - -- --- -- -- - --- - -- -- --- Mayor of the City of Redlands, and the following Resolution was unanimously adopted: 1 WHEREAS, an allwise Providence has taken from 11 us Mr. A. E. Brock; and WHEREAS, Mr. Brock has been vitally connected withII civic, business, social and cultural life of our City for many years, having served I as Mayor and Councilman; and WHEREAS, the City of Redlands has lost a most valuable and outstanding citizen, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City II Council hereby express its deepest sympathy to the members of the family FF in their bereavement; that said Resolution be spread upon the records P of this Council and a copy transmitted to the two daughters. DELIIiQUENT TAXES li Upon recommendation of the Committee, the following Resolution was 'j Fl FF adopted: BE IT RESOLVED that in particular cases where the I County has sold the property and a tax deed has been issued and it is found that the IF City' s taxes have not been paid for the F 11 relatively same period as the County's taxes I!, the City Clerk and Attorney are hereby FF instructed to accept in addition to the I principal amount of the six years city taxes, 50% of all other delinquent City taxes, in q full payment of all tax claims on said property, and they are hereby empowered to mark theFF official records of the City accordingly without 1 any further instructions from this Council. I II _JIHEESRIMMIND !'I Councilman Clapp voiced a protest to the manner of Street tree trimming_ ( 1 Eby the Telephone Company. After consideration the matter was referred to f ounalmen I OKrumm and Rees as a Committee to confer with Supt. Fisher relative to same, and � ( report to this Board. WATER 1 0 The Clerk presented the request of Clark S. Collins, 5th Avenue, indebted to the City for a water bill of long standing in the sum of $217.50 (upon which a ' payment of $21.75 was made in June, 1941) for permission to discharge the debt for FF FF 1,50j on the dollar. He presented a list of nine other creditors signed to accept said proposal--said sums to be paid not later than October 23, 1941. After due considera-'i jtion, the request was granted and the Mayor authorized to sign the agreement, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, with Councilman Rees voting', II "No". IF 'i ____EEDERAL HOUSING PROJFQT I! Upon request, Raymond Beeler, in charge of the local Federal Housing I Project survey, addressed the Council informatively, answering many questions raiseylil IIII " by Councilmen and officials to their satisfaction, and Mayor Gunter expressed the II appreciation of the Board for same. it 11 DIRECTION S_IS The request of the Pastor of the Nazerene Church for permission to erect '( I] direction signs at the NE cor. of Colton Avenue and Alta Street, and the SE cor. of I! 14 Orange Street and Sun Avenue, was referred to the Engineer. _MILL_CREEK_RAN_CHES_ The Attorney was directed to make demand upon proper parties for title to the City for its undivided interest in the Jackson and Bright ranches ( so called) and report to this Board his findings. _2ECREATION Park Commissioner Clapp brought up the matter of buildings, etc. for the Recreation Center, in the park west of Grant Street and east of the roadway, at an estimated cost of $2500.00. Council members endorsed the program and the Engineer was directed to prepare tentative plans and present same to this Board at as early date as possible. EAST LUGONIA AVENUE Street Commissioner Rees discussed with the Board plans for improvement of East Lugonia Avenue between Church and Judson Streets, with j%__gas tax for State Highways in the City, and the elimination of potential hazard caused by occasional cave-in of abandoned water line under the center of the road. Continued for further consideration as to best method of disposing of the old water line hazard. CONDEMNATION - House Upon recommendation of Police Commissioner Krumm, the City Attorney was directed to take steps necessary for abatement of the fire hazard and nuisance resulting from the condition of the property known as the Dr. Weger Sanitarium. RODEO A verbal suggestion by interested parties to the City Tax Collector that printed slips advertising the San Bernardino National Rodeo on September 6 & 7, 1941, be placed in the envelope when mailing out City tax bills, was considered and declined--legality of same being questioned by the Attorney. CONTINUED The following matters were continued for further consideration; close alley between Orange and 5th Streets, north of Central Avenue; water for Mill Creek area; Stuart Avenue extension, east to Church Street. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : Vis, ` G' t Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 10-s-mo 544tdili7 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - � I I ;I, x146 Redlands„ California September 17 , 1941 - 2 O'clock, P. M. 1 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, V 111i ( held at the regular place of meeting. I Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, ;I 11 I ( Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. Ii Absent : Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. II ALLEY CLOSING Upon request of Attorney Sexton, representing Henry Romo, property 1I owner on East Central Avenue, the petition #4281 of said Romo and others to cl�T a ( portion of the alley between Orange and Fifth Streets, running north from East Central 11 1 IAvenue, was considered and discussed at some length, after which, upon motion of ', Councilman Krtmmi, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, the Attorney and Engineer were directed to prepare the necessary Resolution of 'intention to close and submit ( same to this Board for adoption. ill j , APPLICATIONS I,I Ii I1 The following applications were presented and ordered filed: 11 li Marion Winegar 225 Fourth St. locker boy at Sylvan plunge 1942-43 ' Scudder Sturtevant 420 Brookside Ave. locker boy at Sylvan plunge 1942-43 Edward Taylor 21 Home Place locker boy at Sylvan plunge 1942-43 IICarl L. Jessup 338 Grant St. position on Police force PETITION A petition of Charlotte Corcoran for permission to operate a beauty . ' shop at her home, 740 West Palm Avenue (a business restricted zone) was presented and ) Ij i1 (referred to the Planning Commission. She is now operating at 208 West Olive Avenue. 'I, I I COMMUNICATIONS 11 I Communications from the League of California Cities, dated August 30, , 1941, relative to its efforts for .reduction in insurance rates, and From the family of A. E. Brock, deceased, acknowledging with il appreciation the expression of sympathy by this Board, were presented and ordered 1 filed. I REPORTS 11 il Report of the Health Department for the month of August, 1941was illpresented and ordered filed. f I 11 PLANNING COMMIS&LON The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on ',September 16, 1941 , was presented and ordered filed : I I II II The petition of Henry Romo to close a portion of the public alley facing on the North side of East Central Avenue, (Highway 99) I1 was duly considered, and by a ballot vote of four to one, it was recommended that the permit be denied, and that the alley Ii should remain Open in its present condition. I l ' I; The petition of H. Grace Eaton to remodel a portion of her I. 11 home at 628 Alvarado Street, to construct a duplex, was duly II considered. On motion of Mr. Hinckley seconded by Mr. Collins 1 recommending that the petition be granted, failed by a two to three vote, with Hinckley and Wilson voting in favor of said ,1, petition. 147 - _ _ - I After consideration7the C_auncil opposed the Commission' s recommendation relative to the alley closing, by authorizing a Resolution of Intention to close. Action on the Commission' s recommendation relative to petition of H. Grace Eaton for converting her residence at 628 Alvarado Street into a duplex building, was deferred, pending inspection by Council members. LEET INSURANCE Councilman Clapp of the Insurance Committee, advised that the Pacific Automobile Insurance, John Wood-local agent, has covered the City' s auto fleet per bid submitted. The Attorney was directed to _give consideration to the financial status of the Company and report back to this Council. DIRECTION SIGNS The Engineer reported that the request of the pastor of the Nazerene Church for direction signs at Colton and Alta Streets and Orange and Sun Avenues, has been granted. DELINQUENT TAXES The Clerk presented a proposal of Antonio Gonzales, present owner, to Day $20.77 in full settlement for delinquent taxes due the City on Lot 13, Iowa Tract. After due consideration, the proposal was rejected, and the Clerk was directed to advise Mr. Gonzales of the amount necessary to redeen underResolutionrecently adopted by this Board. BROOKSIDE AVENUE - Center Park The question of kind of tree for planting in center parkway-Brookside •Avenue, was considered when a Committee composed of Councilmen Krumm and Rees expressed favorable opinion for oak trees recently planted. I. Ford voiced the desire of the Beautification Committee of the Contemporary Club for maintaining the center with peppers. After discussion, a motion by Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson, that it be maintained as "pepper row" was duly adopted, with Councilman Clapp voting "No" , and Councilman Rees not voting. TREE TRIMMING The Committee (Councilmen Krumm and Rees) to whom the matter of tree trimming by the Telephone Company was referred last meeting, reported that the trimming crew is agreeable to co-operating with the City in the matter. RFSOLUT7ON Resolution of Intention No. 558, for the closing of certain driveways, etc. , in Hillside Cemetery, was presented by the Engineer and duly adopted, with Councilman Rees voting "No"--not being informed as to proposal. ASSESSMENTS - Taxes Petitions No. 75 & 76 for correction Z errors in assessments No. 2170 and 2675, respectively, requested by the Clerk-Assessor, were duly authorized. STOP SIGNS Upon suggestion of the Engineer and Police Commissioner Krumm, consider- ation was given the matter of stop signs on Sunset Drive near the Clarence White II PPP-1418 residence and on 4th, 5th and 6th Streets at East Citrus Avenue. Referred to Council- men Krumm-Rees-Peterson and Engineer Hinckley for further consideration. and 'i recommendation. . RECREATION , ii The Engineer and Park Commissioner submitted tentative plans for rest rooms, 11 etc. , for recreation center in the park west of Grant Street and East of the roadway, ,] ! estimated to cost ]3,000.00. After consideration, the Commissioner was authorized to' li prepare details of cost, etc. , sufficient to call for bids, and submit same to this ', I i Board for further action. FEDERAL HOUSING PROJE_T , A report and statement of Frank A. Gilman, Executive Director of County i) Housing Authority, and a communication from the Redlands Realty Boardwere aubmittedj' and considered with a decisive objection to a proposed charge against the City of 4200.00 for "pro-rata share of administration office expense". Further considerationll was deferred till 3 P. M. , September 22, 1941, at which time Mr. Beeler will submit !, his report on the local survey. STREET LIGHTS. I� The question of hours for turning on and off of the Street lights, was dreferred to the Police Commissioner and Engineer. CONTINUED East Lugonia Avenue improvement ; Limestone Company; Wear proms erty; Water, Mill Creek area; Stuart Avenue extension; Title-Mill Creek ranches . Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. ! No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to 3:00 o'clock, P. M. , September 22, 1941. Attest : City Clerk Mayor of the i y of Redlands, California. 192 44_4, 9KA1 lov V it - 0 - 0 - O - 0 - 0 - 0 - i� it it I it Redlands, California September 22, 1941 3:00 O'clock, P. M. Pursuant to adjournment, the City Council, City of Redlands, California, met in adjourned regular session at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Clerk 1 Hook, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. Absent : Treasurer Tripp. The Mayor stated that the object ofthe meeting was to hear and consider report of Superintendent Beeler, in charge of the local survey under the County 149 Housing Authority, and called upon Mr. Beeler. Pictures were first shown of buildings, etc. , obtained by parties making the survey, after which Mr. Beeler made quite a detailed report of the findings, a summary of which shows : Sub-Standard Dwellings 674 Vacant 130 Owners 248 Tenants 296 White 139 Mexican 157 Citizen 74 Alien 83 Total families eligible for project 208 Number of families that could be housed 50 ( approx.4 of market) at present time Reason more families cannot be housed : a Mexican families are aliens Many white and Mexican families living in sub-standard housing are owners 1 The report was considered at some length by members of the County Authority, the City Council, local health department, House of Neighborly Service, etc. , etc. Further action by the Council was deferred to next meeting. The Mayor expressed the appreciation of the Council for the interested attendance, and declared the meeting adjourned. Attest : ell, Clerk. Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 41"44-f 17heti - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California October 1, 1941 Two O' clock, P. M. A regular meeting, of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Deputy City Clerk Gray; Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Cooper, Treasurer Tripp and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the last regular and adjourned regular meetings of ) September 17 and 22, 1941, respectively, were read and approved. The Mayor stated that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having I matters to present, whereupon E. S. Libby, realtor, presented the matter of sale of the Mentone Domestic Water Company, stating that it covered approximately 700 acres of land, with 1200 inches of water and 100 water connections, at a price of $20,000, III W. J. Tench being the owner and operator of the Company. He also stated that Percy Hicks had recently made a survey of the Company, a copy of which was in the In hands of the Mayor. The matter was considered briefly and Engineer inckley was r15® directed to make a study of the project and report his findings to this Council. Ell FRANCHISES (Southern Pacific Company) C. W. Cornell, Attorney for the Southern Pacific Company, addressed the 111 I1Council relative to the renewal of their franchise in the City. The question of lig remuneration to the City was discussed, the Company Attorney explaining that railroads cannot be compelled to pay nor stopped from doing inter State business, since they were under jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission, but were subject to Police regulations controlling the manner in which the Railroad is operated through the City. Council members sought the Opinion of the Company representatives relative to change of the signal box at Highway 99 and Texas Street and the change in the grade it at the Church Street crossing--the matter was continued for further study. (Southern California Gas Company) Attorney Wilson stated the Southern California Gas Company asked for the granting of a perpetual franchise in lieu of the one under which they are now operating, and presented a Resolution for a public hearing by the Council on I November 5, 1941, at 2 o'clock, P . M. , to hear any protests or objections to said franchise. The Resolution was unanimously adopted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm. FEDERAL HOUSING PROJECT III lI Raymond Beeler considered with the Council, the advisability of the City 1 continuing with the Federal Housing project. After discussion it was determined not !I it li, to withdraw but discontinue any further action at this time. The City Attorney I' presented the following Resolution, which was unanimously adopted upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Peterson: WHEREAS, the County Housing Authority has rendered a survey with respect to the local housing conditions and contemplated project ; and WHEREAS, the report and survey and project should have further study and consideration; BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Housing Authority not incur any further expenses in the matter and that the entire matter be held in abeyance accordingly until further decision by this Council. AL�Fv rr.O�TN , Per order of this Board, September 17, 1941, the City Attorney presented a Resolution of Intention No. 559, to close a portion of the alley between Orange and Fifth Streets, immediately north from Central Avenue. After consideration, the Resolution was duly adopted with the Mayor voting "No" . COMMUNICATION A communication from Secretary-California Legislative Board-Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, relative to hearings before the Commission on October 8, 1941, was ordered filed. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS Memorandum of Agreement, in triplicate, covering the expenditure of 15111 l 1 Gas Tax Funds for Streets of Major Importance, which will accrue to the City during the fiscal year ending June 30, 1942, was presented. Streets as set up did not meet with Council approval and the matter was continued for further study. ASSESSMENTS - Taxes Petition No. 78 for correction of error in assessment No. 1051, requested by the Clerk-Assessor, was duly authorized. PETITION Petition No. 4284, Charlotte Corcoran, for transfer of license to do beauty shop work, from 208 hest ("live Avenue to 740 West Palm Avenue, was duly £ranted, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. REPORTS Reports of the Building Inspector and Judge for the month of September and the Treasurer for the month of August, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. Mayor Gunter commended the Clerk for the very complete report covering receipts and expenditures of the City for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1941. Councilman Peterson reported no progress in the Limestone Company matter as they had been unable to contact gr. Ball. WEGER PROPERTY The matter of demolition of the Weger property, West highland Avenue, was next considered, the City Attorney reporting that the State expressed a desire to co-operate with us if we wanted it torn down. The general opinion of the Council was that it should be torn down if it could be done at no expense to the City--the Attorney was directed to communicate further with the State. STUART AVENUE EXTENSION Councilman Rees reported that he had contacted Mr. Kelly, owner of property through which Stuart Avenue would be extended, and said he was not interested in the matter--that it would necessitate taking out about 100 trees. He stated Mr. Kelly had agreed to talk the proposition over again some evening at his home if they cared to see him. After discussion as to the best and cheapest way to open the street, the Council favored the regular street opening act. It was determined to meet it with Mr Kell , a_ain for consideration of the matter and the Mayor appointed Council- ' man Clapp to serve with Councilman Rees on the Committee, and report to this Board. ' STOP 4T( NS - Traffic Councilman Rees reportedd.that the Committee to whom stop signs on East Citrus Avenue were referred, had determined that owing to traffic regulations in the down town area it was not necessary to put stop signs but suggested it be referred to'I tithe Safety Committee, the present Committee appointed by the Council to meet with the Safety Committee and report their findings at the next meeting. Councilman Rees sought the attitude of the Council relative to parallel [ parking in front of the grocery store on West Olive Avenue at Michigan Street and a 1painting another five feet red in order to make it/safer crossing for school children. After due consideration, the matter was referred to the Safety Committee for Fr- 152 recommendation and asked that it begiven immediate consideration. II Commissioner Krumm recommended that parking regulations on Fourth Street ;i from Highway 99 to VinerStreet be changed to 22° angle parking on the West side of the Street with no parking on the East side, which was also referred to the Safety Committee ' for recommendation. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES The matter of expense to the League of California Cities annual conference at Sacramento, October 13-16, 1941, was considered briefly and Councilman Krumm , moved that $25.00 be allowed each representative attending, which was lost for lack II , of a second. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees that $50.00 be allowed toward expense of Councilmen, heads of departments or their representative, resulted as follows : des : Councilmen Clapp and Rees Noes : Councilmen Krumm and Peterson II The Mayor declared the motion carried. ;j PARKS Councilman Clapp reported trouble in the parks with black and red scale, I' and sought attitude of the Council relative to purchase of a spray rig. He was directed to spray for red scale but no action was taken relative to purchase of a spray rig at this time. RECREATION , Commissioner Clapp presented plans-map for rest rooms, etc. , for Recreation Center in the Park west of Grant Street, and moved that the Clerk call for bids for construction of same, per plans and specifications on file in the Engineer' s office, The matter was duly adopted with Councilman Rees voting "No" . MILEAGE L. Hartman Commissioner Rees presented a mileage statement of W. A. Hartman, Super- intendent of the Cemetery. The various items were considered and determined that noi' Piieage be allowed for trips to the City Hall for bringing money to the Treasurer' s office and picking up mail, etc. , this to be considered as part of his duties. Referred to the Cemetery Commissioner with power to act. Councilman Rees sought attitude of the Council relative to payment of an j assessment on 10 shares of Redlands Heights Water Company and questioned the need for same. After due consideration, the assessment was ordered paid, Councilman Peterson recommending plans be made to use City water and Treasurer Tripp suggesting the renting of the Redlands Heights Water, but no definite action taken. PURCHASE - Moton yCLe Commissioner Krumm advised of the contemplated purchase from Mott ' s Cycle 's I & Supply Company, a new Indian motorcycle with radio equigme t for the Police Department, stating they were very much in need of a new one. The matter was considered briefly and Councilman Rees moved, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the ,', ;' Clerk call for bids for an Indian motorcycle, equipped with radio, which resulted as follows : 153 - - Ayes : Councilmen Clapp and Rees Noes : Councilmen Krumm and Peterson Mayor Gunter declared the motion lost. ' Commissioner. Krumm then moved the purchase of the Indian motorcycle from Mott Cycle & Supply Company ('$404.27, including tax) , which was seconded by Council- man Peterson and resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes : Councilmen Clapp and Rees Commissioner Krumm next moved the purchase of a radio equipment for the motorcycle ($149. 35, including tax) , which was seconded by Councilman Peterson and resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter Noes : Councilmen Clapp amd Rees Councilmen Clapp and Rees questioned the legality of purchases by the City amounting to more than $500.00, and accusations and recriminations followed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. I Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, the meeting adjourned to Saturday, October 11, 1941, at 9 :00 o'clock, A. M. , for of a number of the Councilmen approval of bills and salaries, occasioned by attendance/upon the League of Californial Cities annual meeting in Sacramento at time of the next regular meeting, October 15th. Attest : CF-S. it� Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 41-cf 5rijt1 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California October 11, 1941 Nine O' clock, A. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Krumm, Peterson, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Absent : Councilman Rees, Mayor Gunter, Building Inspector Cooper and Treasurer Tripp. The Clerk called the meeting to order and called for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, Councilman Peterson was declared elected. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, the reading, of the minutes was dispensed with. The acting Mayor then announced that the obiect of the meeting was to VIII Pr-1541 approve bills and salaries for payment at the regular time, Wednesday, October 15, as approved by the department heads, which was duly authorized upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp. �I — Councilman Rees entered the Council Chamber at this time and took his h place at the Council table and Councilman Clapp asked and was granted permission to leave the meeting. STATE GUARDS Frank Moore addressed the Council relative to use of the storage room for ; State Guard headquarters, stating they were using a part of the Treasurer' s Office at the present time but felt it was an imposition and caused too much commotion, disturbing them from their work. It was suggested that a partition (fire proof) with iron doors, could be' built across the east end of the store room so that City records would hot be interfered with. No action was taken, the matter being left over for action of the Council at next meeting, however they were granted permission to use the space)', ihtemporarily for their desks, etc . Mr. Moore also sought action of the Council relative to use of the 1 Auditorium on Monday evenings for regimental band practice. Permission to use the Auditorium for next Monday evening was granted and the matter to be taken up at the it next Council meeting. as to use each week. BANNS' ') The Clerk presented the request of V. M. Edney, Publicity Agent for the Redlands High School, for permission to hang a banner across Orange Street, between La Posada and Bank of America, advertising the Redlands-San Bernardino football game on October 16, which was duly granted upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees. GAS TAX Memorandum of Agreement, covering the expenditure of 4¢ Gas Tax Funds for Streets of Major Importance, continued for study at the last regular meeting, was again considered and upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, he Resol tion as duly adopted, the Mayor and Clerk were authorized and directed to execute same for and on behalf of the City. II _HALLOWEEN Emmerson Haverty, representative of the 20-30 Club, sought action of the Council relative to an appropriation for a Halloween festival, similar to the one I they sponsored last year, stating they were planning to put on a better one this year' and would like the City to contribute $350.00 toward same. Action was deferred until the next meeting. No further business demanding attention, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, , seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, the meeting adjourned to Saturday, October 18, 1941, at 10 o' clock, A. M. Attest : :/lt-ed / 1% • ,iA C ty ler . ayor o e yo 'e• ane ds, a forn a. , 155 Redlands, California October 15, 1941 Two O'clock, P . M. no This being the time fixed for a regular meeting of the City Council, and/member being present, the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to ten o' clock, A. M. , Saturday, October 18, 1941. Attest : 1 City Clerk, City of Redlands, California. airy - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California October 18, 1941 Ten O'clock, A. M. This being the time to which the adjourned regular meeting of October 11, and the regular meeting of October 15, 1941, adjourned, and no quorum being present, Ithe Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to two o 'clock, P. M. , October 20, 1941. Attest : City Clerk, City of Redlands, California. jl (35 1144-4 l - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - / 1 li Redlands, California October 20, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, ICalifornia, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Peterson and Mayor Gunter, Deputy 1Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp. Absent : Building Inspector Cooper and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the regular meetings of October 1st and 15th, and the adjourned regular meetings of October 11th and 18th, 1941, were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present at this time. HAT,T.CWFFN FRSTTVAT, Emmerson Haverty, representing the 20-30 Club, addressed the Council, stating plans were being made for a Halloween Festival again this year and asked for an appropriation by the City of $350.00, The matter was considered briefly, and upon 156 motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, it was I, determined to contribute $250.00 toward the occasion and the Clerk was authorized ands directed to issue a warrant accordingly to the 20-30 Club. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES Mayor Gunter and others in attendance at the League of California ' Cities convention at Sacramento gave reports of a very interesting time stating that the main theme of the convention was "National Defense" , that local offices were best able to determine the needs of their own cities and each city was looked to to take ;;care of their problems, also financing them. Mayor Gunter pointed out that from his observation our State Guards and local defense council were far ahead of Cities larger , than Redlands. Ij Another topic of interest was Federal Housing Project--it appearing Ivery definite that the Government was not interested in a program outside of the III"Defense" area. Tax deeded lands and the purpose of restoring them to the tax rolls II it jlwas also discussed with interest. All agreed it was one of the best conventions ever Ii li 'attended. !I COMMUNICATIONS ', Communications from Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen. relative to 1' Lj��hearings in Los Angeles, were referred to the Attorney. Communication from the University of Redlands protesting the closing of lIthe alley between Orange and Fifth Streets, running north from East Central Avenue, was presented and ordered filed. APPLICATION Application of Jessie Reynolds, 445 Chestnut Avenue, for work with the', City, was presented and ordered filed. DEPORTS Reports of the Health Department and laboratory tests for the month iof September, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. 11 , AIWHISE The application and amended application of the Southern Pacific Rail- II I; :road Company and the Southern Pacific Company for renewal of franchise in the City, 'were presented and ordered filed for future consideration. I CEmF,TFRY (Resolution No. 558) Proper published notice having been made and no protests filed, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Peterson, Resolution No, 558;1 closing portions of driveways in Hillside Cemetery as set forth in Resolution of 11 ,intention No. 558, was unanimously adopted. ___FIRE_DEPARTMENT The Clerk presented the resignation of Perrin G. Trowbridge, as Chief of the Fire Department, which after due consideration, was accepted, upon motion ' of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, and two weeks vacation with pay was allowed. Applications of E. R. Thomas and Stell Anderson were next presented and 15;1 Iconsidered. Mayor Gunter, Commissioner of the Fire Department, recommended that E. R. Thomas be made Chief of the Department, and Councilman Krumm moved that the recommendation of the Commissioner be approved, which was lost for lack of a second. I' The matter was discussed further and Councilman Krumm again moved that E. R. Thomas be made Chief of the Fire Department, which was seconded by Councilman Peterson and duly adopted,with Councilman Clapp not voting. STORM DR IN Councilman Rees stated the matter of stoppage of the Storm Drain at the BrooksideAvenue andStreetcausingthea corner of rook Eureka water to back upin basement of the Post Office had been called to his attention. Correction of the trouble was referred to the Street Commissioner and Engineer with power to act. DOUCE DEPARTMENT Commissioner "rum stated the need of a new or repair of the old motor in i p one of the Police cars (#51) and recommended that a new Mercury motor be purchased at a cost of approximately 084.00 installed. Upon motion of Councilman Peterson, seconded by Councilman Rees, the recommendation of the Commissioner was unanimously approved. Commissioner Krumm reported that Policeman Spaulding had been taken off the regular shift and put on the night shift in the office. Commissioner Krumm sought action of the Council relative to noise and disturbance from music boxes after eleven P. M. , and recommended that the Ordinance be changed to ten o' clock, P. M. After due consideration, the Commissioner was directed to strictly enforce the present ordinance and make no further change at this,; time. DINNER Councilman Krumm stated the City Council and members of the official „family had been invited to attend a dinner at the Mill Creek CCC Camp. The evening of', October 27th was determined as best suited for all signifying their intention of attending. Bills were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : City Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 147i dAtt-- 0 I , PPF- 158 Redlands, California November 5, 19L1 II Two O ' clock, P. M. 11 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting . Present: Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krum, and Mayor Gunter, Attorney ,I Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. Absent: Councilman Peterson and City Clerk Hook. 1 In the absence of City Clerk Hook, Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk for this meeting. i; The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Resolutions of appreciation and symoathy with respect to the illness of City Clerk Hook and Councilman Peterson were unanimously adopted, and the Mayor was directed to convey same to Mr. Hook and Mr. Peterson. Councilman Clapp was appointed to act as Finance Commissioner for this meeting in the absence of Councilman Peterson. I The Mayor announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. Mr. Andrew Wagner, 1155 Washington Street, addressed the Board relative to manufacture and selling grave boxes to the City for use at the Cemetery. After I discussion the Council expressed themselves favorable if the merchandise proved satisfactory. Referred to Cemetery Commissioner and Engineer Hinckley for investi- ' gation. FRAWHISE This being the time and place set for hearing of orotests for the grant- '' ing of a franchise to the Southern California Gas Company and no protests having been filed (written or oral), Ordinance No. 825 Granting to the Southern California4 Gas Company a Franchise for an Indeterminate Term, was presented, read and laid over', under the rules. I BIDS - Recreation Buildings This being the time set for opening of bids for building rest rooms, etc. for Recreation center in the Park west of Grant Street, the following bids were presented, publicly opened and declared: George R. Shatto $ 6,600.00 I� Farnsworth, Straisinger & Pullen 3, 864.00 No award was made and the bids were ordered filed for further study and considera- tion. COMRJNICATIONS Communications from Fire Chief Thomas relative to appointments and I changes in personnel of the Fire Department was presented. General discussion as II 11 to power, rights and privileges of Commissioners to employ any person not an appointive officer or head of department, was entered into and the Resolution and . order of June 6th, 1934, was re-adopted. The recommendation of the Fire Chief was ordered filed. ;-1 159 Communication of Darrell Hudlow, Hudlow' s Drive-in, relative to the con- suming of liquor in their cars at his place of business and asking for additional protection from the Police Department, was presented and referred to the Police Commissioner with power to act. Communication from E. May Levering, et al, relative to damages from storm', waters to property at 624-28 Orange Street, was presented and ordered filed. No action deemed necessary at this time. Communication from Patrick J. Maher, Mayor of Santa Barbara, relative to the Western Conference of the National Recreation Association, in that City of November 10-11-12, 1941, was presented and ordered filed. APPLICATION The application of P. A. Jaharis, Garden Cafe, for permission to have Santa Fe busses stop at his Cafe for passengers to obtain meals, was presented and duly granted. Bus stops to be made on Fourth Street adjacent to the Cafe. PETITION (Alley closing) Petition dated October 13, 1941, protesting the closing of the alley be- tween Orange and Fifth Streets, running north from Central Avenue, under Resolution ' of Intention No. 559, also petition rescinding all protesta, dated October 16, 1941,1, were presented. The Clerk reported that all protests had been withdrawn except the ' one of A. Gregory and the time set for hearing was the next meeting of the City Council on Ngvember 18, 1941, at 2 o ' clock, P. M. Henry Romo was present and re- quested the alley be closed and presented his plan of conveying portion of Lot 12, Baker & Shorey ' s Sub. to the City as promised the property owners adjoining the alley. This was referred. to Engineer Hinckley. __REPORTS _ Reports of the Building Inspector, Health Department, City Judge and Laboratory tests for the month of October, 19/1; Treasurer for September, 1941; Financial statement and quarterly report of the Cler for tuarter ending September 30, 1941 , were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on November j, 4, 1941, was presented and ordered filed; The proposed new Highway 99 Alignment was extensively discussed by Mr. li Ford and the various members. On motion of Wilson, seconded by Mr. Rigby, it was moved that Mr. Ford represent the Planning Commission on a joint committee composed of representatives of the Chamber of Commerce, Realty Board, City Council and the Redlands School Board, to endeavor to obtain the most satisfactory alignment for the contem- plated new Highway. Carried. The Petition of ?atrs. W. E. Hutchinson ±or permission to remove the camphor tree in front of 126 E. Fern Ave. , was considered, and on motion of Hinckley seconded by Rigby, a motion was passed recommending that the petition be denied. The Petition of Mrs. A. C. Brown for permission to remove the t outside umbrella trees in front of 447 La Verne Street, leaving the 16® middle tree, was considered, and on motion of Hinckley, seconded by 11 Mr. Gunter, a motion was passed recommending that the petition be granted. Also permission was granted to remove the tree in front of the driveway at No. 451 La Verne Street, previously requested. by Mr. Colley. ' The Petition of F. w. Hartwick for permission to remove the two pepper trees at1332Cedar as considered, on motion No. Ave. ,. c dered, tion of Wilson, seconded by Rigby a motion was passed recommending that the petition be granted. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, it .1 therecommendations of the Commission were a p_nroved. SAFETY COMMITTEE �I The following report of the Safety Committee of the Chamber of Commerce was presented and ordered filed: 1. Boulevard stops be installed on Citrus Avenue at all intersecting streets from Highway 99 west to, and including, 3rd Street with the 1 exception of Orange. 2. The east curb line on 4th Street from Highway 99 to Vine Street be j marked red and no parking be allowed on the east side of the Street. J4 A 220 angle parking be installed on the north side of Olive Street starting 15 feet from the corner of Michigan and Olive, running 100 feet, and posted nNo Truck Parking . " 11 4. Recommend to your Honorable Body that the City of Redlands obtain 71--Membership in the National Safety Council at a cost not to exceed i $25. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, the 11 recommendations of the Committee were unanimously approved, and the recommendation 4 that the City obtain membership in the National Safety Council was limited to one mar. ORANGE SHOW EXHIBIT L. H. Myers, Manager Chamber of Commerce, presented a request for an I, appropriation for an Orange Show exhibit the coming year. Upon motion of Council- man Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the sum of $500 was appropriated for the exhibit, and the services of the Park Superintendent and such other labor as can be hI spared by the City, on condition that the Chamber of Commerce account for all expenses and prize monies and place any surplus in an Orange. Show Exhibit Account " to be used in future years. CH$15TM,4 DECORATIONS Engineer Hinckley stated that the decoration of the downtown streets for 11 Christmas this year would require a great deal more labor than usual. The matter was left in his hands and he was directed to proceed with the work. PURCHASE Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly adopted, the purchase of a Goodner Resuscitator and ESDiration Assister for the 11 Fire Department was authorized, as per letter of N . L. Curtis dated May 13, 1941, Iauthorization to include any reasonable increase in purchase price, if any. CEMETERY 1 mileage allowance to the Cemetery Superintendent was discussed and upon i motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, duly adopted, the mileage 161 - - - I allowance was discontinued. Upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly_ adopted, the service price for opening of graves was raised from $10.00 to $12.00 and the cost of vases raised to $2.00. COUNTRY CLUB - Water Mayor Gunter presented the oral request of Lorin C. Mead, President of the Redlands Country Club, Inc. , for re-financing of the Club water account. The Council insisted that no additional credit or concession be allowed, and the Mayor was directed to inform Mr. Mead accordingrly. STATE GUARDS Treasurer Tripp requested that basement quarters for the State Guard head-I quarters, as heretofore discussed by this Council, be set up as soon as possible to 1 it relieve the congestion in his office. The matter was referred to Engineer Hinckley to proceed with the work. HOUSING AUTHORITY A claim for $200.00 .by the Housing Authority was presented and referred to the Mayor for recommendation after study with Mr. Beeler. LAW SUIT Attorney Wilson reported that since the last meeting the City had been formally sued for the sum of $50,543.00 by Linnie E. Koons and George R. Koons and d that he was contesting and defending the suit on behalf of the City and its officers'; Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission',-, er, No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned III to Tuesday, November 18, 1941, at two o' clock, P. M. , as the Mayor reported he would) be unable to be here on the regular meeting day, the 19th. Attest: City CMayor of the City of Redlands, California 94(7r, olli 111 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I I ' Redlands, California November 18, 1941 Two O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, ' 1 California, held at the regular place of meetings Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm and Mayor Gunter, Engineer Hinckley, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Cooper and Treasurer Tripp. Absent : City Clerk Hook. The Mayor called the meeting to order and Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk for this meeting and Councilman Clapp as Finance Commissioner. Fr- 162 The Mayor called attention of the Council to the death of Councilman Peterson which occurred on November 9, 1941, made a few appropriate remarks, ex- pressed the regrets of the Council at the passing of one of their fellow. members, and`^the following Resolution was duly adopted: WHEREAS, Death having invaded this Chamber and called from the activities of this Council our esteemed co-worker-- Gus A. Peterson, and WHEREAS, We feel a personal loss and also feel ' that the City and Community have been deprived of the good services of one who gave himself unsparingly to the upbuilding of Redlands, that it might seem good, not alone to this, but to all succeeding generations, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the City Council of the City of Redlands, do hereby extend to the bereaved family and friends our sincere sympathy and condolence, and so assure them that we very keenly feel this, the loss of a friend and public spirited business man, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this Resolution be spread upon the records of this Council and a copy ,thereof transmitted to the bereaved family. The Clerk presented a letter of regret from the Mentone Chamber of Commerce and sympathy acknowledgment cards from the Peterson family, which were read and ordered filed. I' ' Mayor Gunter stated that nominations were in order to fill the vacancy I P caused by the death of Councilman Peterson, and likggested Edward T. Fletcher. Councilman Krumm nominated Edward T. Fletcher, which nomination was seconded by Councilman Rees. No other nominations being made, the vote being called, Mr. Fletcher was unanimously chosen to serve until the next regular election. COMMUNICATIONS Bulletins of the League of California Cities, regarding to Priority Ratings and guidebook for Municipal Officers were presented and ordered filed. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, the Mayor, Engineer and Attorney were named as a Committee of three to keep currently posted on the problem of Priorities. Communication from the Redlands Mutual Orange Association to Mayor Gunter, relative to handling of fruit from the City grove through their packing house. The matter was referred to Councilmen Krumm, Rees and Mayor Gunter for recommendation as , topolicy for distribution of fruit from the City groves to the local packing asso- ciations, and the communication ordered filed. Tabulation from Division of Highways, showing the apportionment of the October, 1941, quarterly payment of Gas Tax allocation for Streets of Major Importance in Cities in this District, was presented and ordered filed. Notification from the State Board of Equalization of transfer of liquor license for "on .sale distilled spirits" and "on sale beer and wine" from James M. Johnson to Redlands Country Club, Inc. , was presented and ordered filed. 1631 et OATH OF OFFI E 11 Edward T. Fletcher entered the Council Chamber at this time and after a few words of welcome by the members, was given the Oath of Office by Deputy City III Clerk Gray, and formally took his place as a Councilman at the Council table. APPLICATION , The application of Mayme Harris for permission to operate a beauty shop in one room of her home at 1131 Sixth Street, was presented and ordered filed. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, the application was granted providing all the regulations of the Board of Health were complied with. ORDLNANC NO 825 (Southern California Gas Co.-franchise) Ordinance No. 825, Granting. a Franchise to the Southern California Gas Company for an Indeterminate Term, the reading of which was waived by unanimous consent, was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter. Noes_: None. The bond of the Southern California Gas Company was presented and ordered filed. RECREATION BUILDINGS Building of rest rooms, etc. for Recreation center in the Park west of Grant Street was again considered. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly adopted, the contract for construction of same was awarded to Farnsworth, Straisinger & Pullen, the low bidder, subject to modifications for de- creasing the cost to the City, to be worked out by the Park Commissioner, Engineer and the bidding contractors, with Councilman Rees voting "No". EAST LUGONIA AVENUE PAVING Paving of East Lugonia Avenue with s¢ Gas Tax Funds for State Highways was considered, and upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted the Engineer was instructed to prepare formal plans and specifications for approval by the State Department of Public Works. WEGER PROPERTY Building Inspector. Cooper testified that the Weger property was a fire hazard, unsanitary, unsuitable for human habitation and a menace to public safety, and recommended that for the benefit of public welfare, the abandoned three story residence on the property be removed and declared a nuisance. His written report dated November 5th, 1941 was presented and ordered filed. Upon motion of Councilman 4 Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the Weger Estate property consisting of a three story residence was unanimously declared a public nuisance and the Attorney was directed to continue to work with the State Controller' s office in an endeavor to have the nuisance removed and the building demolished. ALLEY CLOSING (Resolution of Intention No. 559) This being the time and place set for the hearing on the formal written protest of A. Gregory, relative to closing of the alley between Orange and Fifth x164 Streets, running North from Central Avenue, and no appearance by said protestant, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the protest was. oves-1I ruled by a vote of four to one, Mayor Gunter voting "No". The matter of actually closing the proposed alley was continued until such time as Mr. Romo could convey_ li II the contemplated lot to the City. ;I TAXES Upon request of Treasurer Tripp and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded it by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, the Treasurer was authorized to accept any Tax payments without ym penalty up to and including November 12, 1941. II LIMESTQNE C_OJdFANv Construction of a rock crusher in Mill Creek Canyon by the Limestone Company was discussed, Councilman Clapp reporting no probable progress and asked that the Committee be dismissed, which was duly_granted and the protest ordered filed. GARAGE Councilman Clapp questioned the advisability of the City paving a local arae for installation of the new Ford V8 Motor in a City car instead of having they, work done at the City Shop. The matter was discussed at some length and Councilman j Krumm moved that the purchase of additional equipment for the shop be investigated, which was seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted. CEMETERY Upon recommendation and motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly adopted, interest up to the amount of $1.00 on Cemetery installment con tracts was ordered waived. The matter of investment of Cemetery Endowment Funds was considered and , the Mayor appointed Councilmen Rees and Fletcher and Treasurer Trip2 as a committee to invest the money to the best possible advantage. PARKING - Fourth Stteet Councilman Krumm recommended and moved that two hour parking on the west side of Fourth Street be extended between Citrus and Vine, which was seconded by ISI Councilman Clapp, duly adopted. FEDERAL HOUSING AUTO_RITY The Federal Housing Authority claim for 4200.00 was again discussed and the matter referred back to Mayor Gunter and Councilman Clapp for further study. CI_T_RUS BELT LEAGUE MEETING The Mayor discussed with Council members, the next meeting of the Citrus Belt Division of the League of California Cities to be held in this City on the evening of November 28, 1941, and appointed Committees to aid in making the meeting a success. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission-'I I er. I'. I 165 - -- _ - - No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting was adjourned. Attest : /�` J ' C City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. Chl / o'er 54-a, v - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands California November 19, 1941 Two O 'clock P. M. This being the time fixed for a regular meeting of the City Council, and no member being present, the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned. Attest : e4 City Clerk. 7L-4_44 '711-40.4(54.9j 1/7 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 Redlands , California December 3 . 1941 Two O 'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. present ; Councilmen Clapp , Rees , Fletcher and Mayor Gunter, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Cooper and Attorney Wilson. �I Absent ; Councilman Krumm and City Clerk Hook. II Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk and Councilman Clapp as Finance Commissioner for this meeting. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of November 18th and the regular meeting of November 19th, 1941 , were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From A. R. Schultz , Jr. , Chairman- Chamber of Commerce Children' s Christ- , mas party and Parade to be held on the evening of December lath; From Dike and Company relative to fire protection outside the City; From Harry B. Riley , State Controller, relative to tax-deeded properties ; From Allbright 's , relative to preference rating order; From F. B. Hewitt , Secretary-Redlands Round Table , expressing regrets in the loss of Councilman Peterson; From Luippold Engineering Sales Company, Los Angeles , relative to a Chlorine Gas contract for 1942. j III x166 REPORTS Report of City Judge , Building Inspector and Laboratory testa for the month of November, 1941 , and Treasurer for the month of October, 1941 , were pre- sented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the planning Commission meeting bald on December 2 , 1941 , was presented and ordered filed: petition of Gladys Sidler for permission to remove two pepper trees in front of 214 & 216 East State Street was recommended granted and that any put plantingut in be uniform with blocks to the west • petition of Mrs. Henry T. Johnson for permission to remove two palm trees across the street from 174 Dwight Street was recommended granted. The recommendations of the Commission were unanimously adopted. RECREATION BUILDINGS Councilman Clapp reported that definite arrangements were being worked out with Farnsworth, Straisinger & Pullen, to whom the contract for building was awarded: whereby the cost of the Recreation facilities and buildings would be reduced to about 82 ,900 .00 (the original amount of the bid being $3 ,864.00 ) . WEGER PROPERTY •ttorne' Wilson re .orted definite .ro_ress with the State Controller's I, I Office with respect to the contemplated demolition of the Weger Estate three story residence on West Highland Avenue . APPLLQ4TIONS Applications of Leonard M. Hentges , General Delivery, Redlands , and Flavell Merton Guier , 116 Center Street , Redlands , for positions with the police department .j were presented and ordered filed. r_1R_ANSBISE_ (Southern California Gas Co . ) The Clerk presented a communication from the Southern California Gas ii Company enclosing their acceptance of the franchise recently granted them under Ordinance No . 825 , adopted November 21 , 1941 , which was ordered filed. TRANSFER The City Treasurer was authorized and directed to transfer $193.50 from II the Property Owners Project Fund to the City Department Fund (Street Dept . ) as per statement this day filed by the City Engineer. DEMANDS Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Rees , unanimously II adopted , County tax statements covering the City's property, were cr dered paid as presented . FEDERAL HOUSING AUTHORITY The $200.00 pending Housing Authority Bill was again discussed and con- 'i tinued for future action. A report of the Federal Housing Committee of the Redlands Coordinating I t Council meeting, held on November 26 , 1941 , suggesting a reconsideration of a slum II L 167 clearance housing project , was read and ordered filed for future consideration, it being the opinion of the Council that no immediate action be taken until all diff- erence between the Authority and the County Board of Supervisors is clarified. BICYCLE RACKS Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted , two bicycle racks of ten or more stalls were ordered placed at the South- east corner of State and Orange Streets and the Southwest corner of State and Fifth ' Streets. CEMETERY Upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Clapp , unanimously adopted , the Treasurer was authorized and directed to invest $15 .000 .00 of the Cemetery Endowment Funds in Series G- U. S . Defense Bonds to be purchased from the Redlands U. S. Post Office . The Clerk was directed to issue a warrant for payment of said bonds accordingly. Councilman Rees brought up the fact that there was over $6 ,000.00 out- standing in delinquent Cemetery accounts , and a general discussion followed on the subject of collection of same . Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Council-1 l man Rees , duly adopted , the Cemetery Superintendent was requested to make a diligent effort to collect these accounts--that the responsibility of said collection be con- sidered one of the duties of his office. Councilman Rees presented a detailed list of the delinquent accounts to be turned over to the Superintendent for collection. FIRE HALL SITE Mayor Gunter presented a written recommendation for purchase of a _Fire Hall site on Highway 99 near Sixth Street , and the immediate sale of City owned property at the Northwest corner of Church Street and Colton Avalue , and the triangle at Highway 99 and State Street , and orally supplemented his recommendations. A general 11 discussion followed with no definite action taken. PARKING (Chamber of Commerce building) SII Councilman Fletcher moved that ten minute parking regulations be made effective in front of the Chamber of Commerce Building on Orange Street at the Santa Fe tracks , which was seconded by Councilman Rees , and unanimously adopted_. The Chief of Police was directed to have the space (3 car lengths) signed and painted accordingly. IRVINE SUIT A communication from Surr & Hellyer , Attorneys, San Bernardino , enclosing :I a statement for services rendered for defending the City in the Irvine Suit , in the sum of $98 .33, was presented and referred to the City Engineer for recommendation. TAX SALE PROPERTY A communication from J. W. Batchelor, County Tax Collector , advising the City of the proposed sale of Lots 9 to 16 inclusive , in the Nebraska Tract , at tax sale , was presented and ordered filed. In order that the existing lien for City taxes on said property be protected , the following Resolution was unanimously adopted]• r16S I The City of Redlands does hereby formally protest and object to the con- templated tax sale of Lots 9 to 16 , inclusive , in the Nebraska Tract , this City, by the San Bernardino Tax Collector and Board of Supervisors, as set forth in the County Tax Collector's letter to the City dated November ?8, II 1941. This Portal protest is made pursuant to Section 3695 of the Revenue !I I and Taxation Code of the State of California, and is for the specific II purpose of protecting the present existing lien of the City for City taxes in and to the above parcels of property. CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS Councilman Rees commended the City employees for the beautiful Christmas 1 li decoration of the City streets in the downtown area. II !, Ii Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission'1 1 er. I No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. I ii I Attest : / it i ChCler Mayor o £he Ciy oP RedlanUs , California CA"e 76-4-Ace trid.it II, Plifff ii - O - 0 - 0 - 0 - O - il jRedlands , California December 9 . 1941 I, Nine O 'clock A. M. II 1 ii A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, regularly called by the Mayor and held at the regular place of meeting. present : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , Fletcher and Mayor Gunter , Attorney 'i II 11 Wilson, and Treasurer Tripp. il II1 Absent : Councilman Krumm and City Clerk Hook. j 11 The Mayor called the meeting to order and Attorney Wilson was appointed tt o it . I' act as Clerk for this meeting ii The Clerk stated that the Meeting had been called by Mayor Gunter pursuant ] to his authority, and that every Councilman had been duly served on December 8th, 'I 1. 1941, with a written notice of the time , place and purpose of the meeting for consideration of-- ii Sale of property---Highway 99 and State Purchase of lots---Highway 99 at Seventh Purchase of auxiliary (Fire and radio ) for the Police 11 and Fire Departments. 'Written vote- telephoned by Councilman Krum was read. li SALE OF PROPERTY 'iI II 1I, The Clerk read a communication from Leigh W. Nickerson dated December 6 , 1941 offering the sum of $6 .500 .00 cash payment for the City owned property at the i'i Southeast corner Highway 99 and State Street . Councilman Fletcher moved that the offer be accepted, which was seconded by Councilman Rees, unanimously approved . Thele 1i II Mayor and City Clerk were authorized and directed to place same in escrow and execute 1I the necessary papers for and on behalf of the City for consummation of immediate II JI sale , incurring the usual sellors charges . 1 I PURCI A$E OF PROFERfl The Clerk read a communication from G. E., Fulbright , offering for sale to 169 the City Lots 12, 13 and the South 75 feet of Lot 14, Block 14. Town Plat of Redlands , for a Dash price of $6,150 .00 . Upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Clapp, that in view of the present emergency it maid not be advisable for the City to acquire more it operty and the offer be rejected , was duly approved with Mayor Gunter not voting. PURCHASE OF AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT Mayor Gunter moved that an additional radio be purchased for immediate use , of the Police Department , which was duly seconded and adopted. Councilman Rees was appointed to work with the _Police Department in purchasing same. Upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Fletcher , .duly adopted , an Auxiliary Lighting Unit and three flood lights , at an approximate cost of $485 .00 to $500 .00 was authorized purchased for immediate use of the Fire and Police Departments . A communication from Brooke Sawyer, on behalf of the State Guard , for the purchase of two small intercommunicator radio sets at an approximate cost of $200 .00 was presented. Upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that ' purchase be made accordingly, was unanimously adopted--property to belong to the City and the State Guard granted the use thereof. LEASE Councilmen Clapp and Fletcher were appointed to work out the details for lease of a lot in Mill Greek Canyon to the Southern Sierras Power Company , and re- port to this Council. GUARD) FOR_ CITY PROP.ER'TY (I Deputization of persons for guard duty for City owned utilities and pro- perty was discussed. Upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp , that the Chief of Police and two Council members sanction each person deputized and that deputization be done only on a small scale, was unanimously adopted . DEFENSE - BLACKOUTS Keys to the City Hall were ordered for all Councilmen; Extensions from 1 phones in the Clerk's , Mayor's , Engineer's , Disposal and Treasurer' s Offices were ordered placed in the City Hall Basement ; An extra siren was ordered placed on the ! south side of the City. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Rees , .unanimously adopted , the BAygi and City Clerk were authorized and directed to communicate with the Southern California Edison Company, on behalf of the City, authorizing said Company to-- Turn off the street lights upon order from the Chief of Police and/or Fire Department , apon receipt of instructions so to order , from the Army, and To pull City lights off for a test blackout the coming: Friday night . ,I 17® BID - Pi .e Bid of J234:00 by the California Pipe Company, for plumbing fixtures for the new Recreation buildings in the park West of Grant Street , being the lowest bid presented , award was made accordingly, upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Fletcher , duly adopted with Councilman Rees voting "No". MISaiL_AI OIS Upon motion duly made , seconded and adopted, Councilman Edward T. Fletcher's name was ordered added to the City stationery. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. it Attest : City lerk: payor o • .e y o " Re. ., s , Ca . rn S. • it - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands , California December 12, 1941 3:30 O 'clock, P. M. II, A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, II ' II regularly called by the Mayor and held at the regular place of meeting. !� Present : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , Fletcher and Mayor Gunter, Engineer Hinckley and Attorney Wilson. Absent : Councilman Krum , City Clerk Hook, Building Inspector Cooper aid jj Treasurer Tripp. The Mayor called the meeting to order and Attorney Wilson was appointed to J, act as Clerk for this meeting. The Clerk announced that the meeting had been called by the M97or for consideration of the following subjects : Emergency Blackout Ordinance Emer,gency Traffic Ordinance Deputization of Special Police Ir Civil Defense matters and that the Council members present had executed consent to said meeting. Council- man grumm being ill and unable to attend the meeting was served with due notice of the meeting. QRDIivANCES Councilman Clapp introduced an Emergency Blackout Ordinance No. 826 , which was r ad and laid over under the rules . Councilman Clapp also introduced an Emergency Traffic Ordinaiee No . 827, prescribing certain rules and regulations with respect to parking on Highway 99 and on Orange Street north of Highway 99 , which was read, and laid over under the rules. AA communication from the Highway, Roads and Streets Committee-San Bernardino County Defense Council , relative to traffic jams on State Highways through Cities , 171 was presented and discussed by Council members , and ordered filed , it being the opinion of this Board that the su'gestio m contained therein were being met under Ordinance No . 827: S E P CIAL POLICE Appointment of Special Deputy Police to serve during the present emergency , was considered , and upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Fletcher , unanimously adopted, the following were appointed to serve with E. E. Runkel , II Chairman of Civil Protection: j Emil Peterson Geo K. Johnson A. Olcovich John F. Nies m G. E. Prior Bill Boettger Dan F. McEwen Leroy Danielson Bill Yount M. G. Ad an:s H. J. Seltzer Russell Mort Wm T. Klein P. J. Keyser Neil Phare Walter Wilks Walker J. Seavey Vineus M. Hollinrake W. E. White Otto Knudsen Lee W. Burton H. R. Whaley F. E. Roth E. A. Brummeler H. Cleo Burris Oral Norman Russell Goodwin jack Cooper Ralph E. Tuttle C. J. Papendick Sidney J. Pepper I Said Special Deputy Police to act under supervision of the Chief of Police , with full Police authority and power to act as such at all times , when called for duty i by the Chief of Police. These appointees to be 2n a voluntary basis with no IIcompensation of any kind or insurance henefits of any nature . PRECINCT CAPTAINS Appointment of special defense workers was next considered, and upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Rees , Unanimously adopted, the following were appointed to serve with Ray F. Canterbury as Precinct Captains and Air Raid Wardens : Clarence perry Precinct 1 Ralph Brooks precinct #20 J. R. Berry " 2 Henry Romo Precinct #21 Vern McMinn " 3 Fred Hooper ^ #22 Laurence McLaughlin 'F #4 Earl Bandy ^ #23 Hugo Tieok " 5 Elza H. Grisamore " #6 Loyd Wolfe ft #24 Gail Gowland ft #25 Harvey Phillipa " #7 Wayne W. Putnam " #26 H Franklin Ver Steeg ft #8 R. M. Thompson " #27 Percy Hicks #9 Nevin Maccubbin 9 #28 Wm H. Johnson " #10 A. R. Schultz, Jr . if Orland J. Fowler " #11 H. A. Woodruff ft #30 Sob M. pitcher it #12 Jack Brewster " IINiok Zylman " #13 31 Leo Von Tungeln It " 14 Capt . C. H. Eagle �� #32 William Vestal, ft #33 Hugh M. Wright #15 Leonard Keith ^ #34 Luther T. Holden " #16 Fred Honey " #35 Dale Ferguson If 4 #17 Conrad Gotzian It #36 E. H. Jury #19n, ft Ed . Winslow Lincol #37 Said Precinct Captains to serve on a voluntary basis without compensation of any kind or insurance benefits of any nature , with special police powers to preserve ( peace and enforce rules and regulations only during an "Emergency" or "Blackout". Duties of said persons ttO bft fully determined and set forth at a later date. DEFENSE COUNCIL The Mayor stated that the following additional members had been appointed to the Defense Council-- 172 Howard S . Smith Chairman - Courriers11 it Dr . J. S . Hayhurst Chairman - Physicians & Nurses Brooke Sawyer Chairman - Radio I Upon motion of Councilman Rees , sena nded by Councilman Fletcher , unanimously adopted), the above members , together with the original Defense Council members appointed July, 18th , 1941 , were ordered deputized to their respective offices , with certain police I' powers during "Emergency" and"Blackout" periods accordingly. CITY $EAL Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Rees , the City ' Clerk was authorized and directed to place the City Seal on the identification cards�' of the Special Deputy Police , the Precinct Captains and members of the Defense Council. ____CLONTAMTIZATION II A communication from the Ministerial Union was presented , read and ordered filed. POLICE COMMISSIONER li Mayor Gunter recommended the appointment of Councilman Rees to act as temporary police Commissioner, which recommendation was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher . No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. ;! Attest : � Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands , California, 3tr 5o - o - o - o - o - Iq Redlands , California December 17 , 1941 Two O 'clock, P . M. A regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands, California, held at the r gular place of meeting. present : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , Fletcher and Mayor Gunter , Attorney II Wilson, Treasurer Tripp , Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Cooper. Absent : Councilman Krumm and City Clerk Hook. The Mayor called the meeting to order and Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk and Councilman Clapp as Finance Commissioner for this meeting. The minutes of the last regular meeting on December 3rd, the special meetings on December 9th and 12th, 1941 , were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed ; From Wurdeman & Becket , Architects , Los Angeles , relative to building a Fire Station ; From y. M. C. A. offering the use of the building and equipment to the State Guards; 173 From University of California, Berkeley, California, regarding a census for the City of Redlands ; From L. W. Covert , President , Citrus Belt Division of the League of California Cities, stating the regular monthly meeting of the Division at Colton 1for December had been cancelled ; From Chamber of Commerce in appreciation for City Street paving program , and co-operation of City in making City Christmas decorations the beet ever. Upon motion of Councilman Fletcher , seconded by Councilman Rees , the Clerk was directed to write the Chamber of Commerce for their civic interest and Christmas Decorations . From Southern California Gas Company , regarding their obligation during blackouts if unable to burn red lanterns at excavations; A proclamation from Governor Culbert L. Ols,n, proclaiming a waste paper shortage and asking the local councils of defense to co-operate in furthering this order. A communication from Mayor Gunter to Winter Haydock , Regional Co-Ordinator, Washington, D. C. , requesting that Redlands be included in a "defense area" with priority rating accordingly due to the San Bernardino Air Depot now under construe- l tion, which was duly approved and iso ordered , upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Fletcher. From Leon Henderson, Director-Division of Civilian Supply, O .P.M. , request- ing oo-operation of the Police Department in curbing sales or deliveries of new tires and tubes . APPLICATION Application of Gladys G. Newell , 705 Eleventh Street , for a position as bookkeeper or typist with the City , was presented and ordered filed.. REPORTS Report of the Health Department for the month of November , 1941 , was pre- sented and ordered filed. Councilman Clapp reported progress on the new Recreation buildings in the Park West of Grant Street . Engineer Hinckley reported progress on the Southern Sierras power Company lease . ORDINANCE Ordinance No . 828, relating to Air Raid Precautions was introduced by ;Councilman Clapp , read and laid over under the rules. COSSIONERS i - Councilman Clapp presented a proposed reassignment of Committees owing to the appointment of Councilman Fletcher , to whom no assignment has yet been made , and II the illness of Councilman Krumm, and moved their adoption, which was seconded by 'Councilman Fletcher and duly adopted with Mayor Gunter not voting: r 174 Councilman Rees -- Water , Police and City Judge Councilman Fletcher-- Streets , Buildings and Building Department Councilman Krumm -- Cemetery, Finaices , Health & Sanitation Councilman Clapp -- Parks , Unemployment Relief and Ordinances Mayor Gunter -- Fire Department and Purchasing Agent . SPECIAL POLICE Carrying of fire arms by the newly appointed Special police was considered. Councilman Fletcher moved that said Police be not armed with any fire arms while on '' duty except by special order of the Chief of Police in grave necessity , Wn ich was seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously adopted. � n BIDS (Gasoline & Oil) Upon motion of Mayor Gunter , seconded by Councilman Roes , duly adopted , the Clerk was directed to call for proposals for supplying the City with gasoline and oil for the year 1942 , bids to be opened on December 31 . 1941 , at the hour of two o 'clock P. M. it _nRECIATION A vote of appreciation was unanimously accorded the Clerk's and Treasurer ' s offices for the Christmas spirit as evidenced by the fruit , candy,- pop Dorn and peanuts on the Council table (an annual exhibition) . Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Comm, issioner . • No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned , to two o 'clock, P. M. , December 24th, 1941. Attest : icy Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands , California. ' v _V1 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - • Redlands , California December 24, 1941 Two O 'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. it , Present : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , Fletcher and Mayor Gunter , Attorney Wilson , Treasurer Tripp , Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Cooper, police Chief Morrison and Fire Chief Thomas . Absent : Councilman Krumm and City Clerk Hook. The Mayor called the meeting to order and Paul Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk for this meeting. Reading of the minutes of the last regular meeting was deferred. REDLANDS DEFENSE COUNC L The Mayor stated that the following additional members had been appointed to the Defense Council ; 175 James B. Stone Telephone & Telegraph D: L. Moore Red. Cross Maurice Clapp Black out G. R. Rees police ' paul B. Wilson Attorney Upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Fletcher , the above appoint- ments were duly approved. ORDINANCE N0_. 828 Ordinance No . 828, Relating to Air Raid Precautions , introduced at the regular meeting on December 17th, 1941, was read by the Clerk and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , Fletcher and Mayor Gunter Noes : None Absent : Councilman Krumm Said Ordinance being an emergency ordinance and effective immediately. BIDS - Truck Councilman Rees recommended that a pick-up truck be immediately purchased 1, for the Water Department . Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Fletcher , duly adopted , the Clerk was directed to call for proposals , as per plans and specifications on file in the Engineer's Office , to be opened on January 7th, 1942 , at two o 'clock, P. M. Upon recommendation and motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Clapp , duly adopted , the 040.00 difference in salary of the window clerk and Secretary of the Water Department , for the month of December , 1941 , be equally divided between Marjorie Wearne and John Woodstra. The Clerk was authorized and directed to issue warrants accordingly. EAST STUART AVENUE EXTENSION Councilman Clapp reported some progress on the extension of East Stuart Avenue--the opinion of the Council was to the effect that this project should not be pressed at this time of emergency. Bills were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner . No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adlourned to two o 'clock, P. M. , December 31 , 1941. I ' Attest : City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands , Cali forni,a. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1; 1 I Ii 176 Redlands , California December 31. 1941 Two O'clock P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands Cali- fornia , held at the regular place of meeting. present ; Councilmen Clapp , Rees , and Mayor Gunter , Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley , Treasurer Tripp , Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Morrison. Absent ; Councilmen Krumm and Fletcher, City Clerk Hook, and Building Inspector Cooper . Mayor Gunter called the meeting to order and Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk for this meeting , and Councilman Clapp as Finance Commissioner. BIDS (Gasoline ) This being the time set for opening of bids for supplyingthe Cityvdth gasoline and oil for the year 1942, the following bids for gasoline were presented, publicly opened and declared ; 1st 2nd 3rd structure structure structure Associated Oil Company $ .1185 $ .0999 $ .0973 Gilmore Oil Company .1165 .0995 .0973 General petroleum Corporation .12 .105 .10 Richfield Oil Corporation .1185 .1022 .0973 Seaside Oil Company .1185 .1022 .0973 Signal Oil Company .1299 .1099 .0999 Shell 0il Company of California .1185 .1022 .0997 Union Oil Company of California .1298 .1098 Standard Oil Company of California .1185 .1022 .0973 (bid presented-2 ;20 P.M. ) Councilman Fletcher entered the Council Chamber at this time and took his place at the Council table . (Oil ) The following bids for supplying the City with Oil for 1942 were presented , publicly opened and declared; Associated Oil Company Gilmore Oil Company General petroleum Corporation Richfield Oil Corporation Seaside Oil Company Redlands Oil Company Shell Oil Company Union Oil Company of California Standard Oil Company of California. The Mayor appointed a Committee consisting of Councilmen Clapp, Fletcher, Rees and Engineer Hinckley to study the bids and report;,their findings at the next regular meeting, which was duly approved. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY (Bond ) The Clerk presented a communication and resolution from the Southern California Gas Company , asking that their bond be cancelled. since it was no longer I needed , a new franchise having been recently granted by Ordinance No . 825. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the Resolutions was unanimously adopted . WEGERS_TATE Demolition of the Weg . state building , 1154 West Highland Avenue, City , it7 was again discussed and a Committee , consisting of Attorney Wilson, Councilman Fletcher and Engineer Hinckley , was directed to make a report to this Board. TIRE RATIONING BOARD Mayor Gunter , Chairman of the Redlands Defense Council , recommended the appointment of the following five persons to serve as volunteers on the Tire Ration-j ing Board for this City: D. N. McLeod , Chairman C . E. Perry ;I Edwin R. Hales Mrs . Caroline H. Cadwell Magnus Mead Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Rees , the recommendation of ';II the Mayor was unanimously approved. Bills were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned . Attest : City Mayor of the Cify of Redlands , California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 I Redlands , California January 7 . 1942 Two o 'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held I: at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees , Fletcher and Mayor Gunter , Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Treasurer Tripp. Absent : City Clerk Hook , Councilman Krumm and Building Inspector Cooper. I' The Mayor called the meeting to order and Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk for the meeting and Councilman Clapp as Finance Commissioner. I Minutes of the last regular meeting on December 17 , and the adjourned regular meetings of December 24 and 31 , 1941, respectively, were read and approved. Mr. Krumm addressed .the Council as a citizen and not as a Councilman , in protest to the recent change of Commissioners at a time when he was unable to be j present , and asked the Council to reconsider the matter, then left the Council ( Chamber . 11 BIDS Councilman Clapp reporting for the Committee recently appointed to study the gasoline and oil bids , recommended and moved that award be made to the Tidewater 11 Associated 0il Company , their bid being the lowest and best bid in considering the ( purchase of both commodities from one Company Motion ray as a matter of convenience , was seconded by Councilman Rees and unanimously adopted. All other bids were resected, and all bids ordered filed,. • II LA x178 -------- ------ - - Mr . Hull , representative of the Gilmore Oil Company , orally objected on behalf of his Company. No award was made for the purchase of Diesel Oil. DEMANDS - CLANS Claim of Farnsworth, Straisinger & Pullen in the amount of $1,000 .00 on account of the contract for construction of recreation buildings in the park west of Grant Street , was unanimously approved upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by 1 Councilman Fletcher . Claim of Menard & Tabery Inc . , 3443 South Hill Street , Los Angeles , for Christmas decorations , in the amount of 8445.89 , was presented and ordered paid , upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Clapp. 11 APPLICATIONS The application of V. W. Gibson , 924 Texas St . , Redlands , for position on the Police force , was presented and orderedMU.. e . The application of pacific Electric Railway Company before the State Rail road Commission asking for certain increases and adjustments in passenger fares , was presented and ordered filed. PETITION petition No . 4285, Maud C. Bristol. et al for improvement of Sunnyside Avenue , between Fern and Clifton Avenue , was referred to the Engineer and Street Commissioner Fletcher. RENDRQS Reports of the Building Department , Jhdge , Board of Health, Laboratory tests for the month of December , 1941 , were presented and ordered filed. Report of the City Judge showing the amount collected since November 1 , 1937, also amount collected the past year , was ordered filed. PLANNING EOMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on January 6 II 1942 , was presented and ordered filed; The petitions of Edwin M. Milick for permission to remove a pepper tree in front of 334 Center Street , was recommended granted. The petition of J. B. Sandwold for removal of pepper tree at 834 College Avenue, was recommended granted. The recommendations of the Commission were unanimously approved . t Mayor Gunter reported the expiration of the term of E. A. Moore , Chairman of the planning Commission, December 31. 1941, and recommended his re-appointment for the term ending December 31 . 1945. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by , Councilman Fletcher , the recommendation of the Mayor was unanimously approved. BIDS This being the time for opening of bids for supplying the City with a pick-up truck, for use in the Water Department , the following bids were pub is opened and declared ; lase & Yount , Inc . $836-.67 Lanae & Runkel 847 .20 $806 .60 (allowanae on 1935 Ford Sedan-$75) 17-9 Bids were referred to Councilmen Rees and Fletcher and Engineer Hinckley for recommendation at the next meeting. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS Communication from the Division of Highways, advising that the plans , specifications and estimate for the improvement of Lugonia Avenue from Orange Street to Church Street (State Highway Route 190 ) has been approved. The proposed work is estimated to to cost $7,179.60 and to be financed from the 4' Gas Tax Fund. A communication from E. Q. Sullivan, Division of Highways , sibmitting a Memorandum of Agreement in triplicate for expenditure of Gas Tax allocated for State Highways accruing to the City for the biennial period ending June 30, 1943, was presented . After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher , seconded by ' Councilman Clapp, Resolution No . 557 was duly adopted, and the Mayor and Clerk were authorized and directed to execute copies of the Agreement for and on behalf of the ill City. SALE OF REAL ESTATE Sale of City property at the corner of Highway 99 , Texas and State Streets , ' SII by Leigh W. and Mabel W. Nickerson for the sum of 6500 .00 was reported by Attorney Wilson to be progressing. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher , Resolution No . 562 , dedicating a portion of City property (portion of Block 30 , 30 , Barton Ranch) for Public Street purposes , was unanimously adopted. 71 Resolution No . 563 , Authorizing the sale of Real Pro_ptr_ty owned by the City -(Portion Block 30 , Barton Ranch) to L. W. Nickerson and -Mabel W. Nickerson , and instructing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the deed therefore , was unanimously adopted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Rees , and ordered recorded in the County Recorders office , San Bernardino . WEGER ESTATE -_ DEMOLITLON Upon suggestion of Councilman Fletcher and Mayor Gunter , a full time guard was ordered placed at the Weger Estate property, 1154 West Highland Avenue , and action deferred upon demolition by the State pending negotiations for uae: of the building by the Army, Civilian Defense , or purchase by private interest . STREET LIGHTING Street lighting, on Orange Street was considered, and the Mayor appointed ( Engineer Hinckley and Councilman Fletcher to make a study and recommend to the Coun- cil the proposed changes in lighting north of Lugonia Avenue . VEGETABLE GARDENS t 1 A reduced water rate to encourage the planting oT small family vegetable gardens to promote Civilian Defense was considered by Council members and Martin Pierce . The Mayor appointed Councilman Rees to make further study of the matter and ,present definite recommendations to this Council. 1 PARKING MARKERS bI parking markers owned by the City were authorized loaned to the Christian science Church on Fourth Street at Vine . PP"- 180 ORDJAT.E11�IQE Councilman Fletcher proposed certain changes in Ordinance No . 827 , prescribing certain rules and regulations with respect to parking on Highway 99 and on Orange Street north of Highway 99 , introduced on December 12 , 1941. The Ordinance as changed , was re-introduced , read and laid over under the rules. I Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission- er . ' SII No further business demanding attention , on motion the meetin; adjourned to Wednesday , January 14 . 1942 , at two o 'clock. P. M. Attest : ealbt-dISir Mayor of the City of Re. ands , California. l it `mac ran �l - 0 - 0 - 0 - O - 0 - 0 - Redlands , California January 14. 1942 Two o 'clock, P . M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. present : councilmen Clapp , Rees , Krumm, Fletcher .and Mayor Gunter , ' Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp , Attorney Wilson and Fire Chief Thomas . Absent : City Clerk Hook and Building Inspector Cooper. The Mayor called the meeting to order and Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk for this meeting. The Mayor sought immediate action of the Council on the pending Housing ' Project , held in abeyance by Council action last October , presenting the matter of a contemplated housing shortage in this community resulting from the new Air Depot 1 between this City and San Bernardino . John E. King, acting executive secretary of the County Housing Authority, addressed the Board requesting an immediate commitment as to the City' s position in , the matter . He spoke generally on the change for the present , from a low cost slum , clearance project to a defense housing project , with prospects of it reverting to a , low cost housing project after the war emergency. E. S . Foster , project planner of the U. S . Housing Authority Office , San Francisco , spoke briefly regarding the planning problems of the project . Will L. Fowler , Supervisor , stressed the need for increased housing facilities and spoke with regard to County action in the matter: Harold M. price , community representative of the County Housing Authority,' expressed his desire to co-operate with the wishes of this Council: The Mayor called for a report and recommendation of the committee appointed by the Chamber of Commerce to study the matter , whereupon Paul. V. Moffat ,_ Chairman 181 of said Committee , made a brief oral report and filed a written report which was read by the Clerk and ordered filed . After due consideration and discussion by Council members', upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Clapp , Resolution No . 564 , requesting the County Housing Authority to proceed to obtain a Housing Project within the City in accordance with the existing co-operation agree- ment , was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp , Rees , Krumm , Fletcher and Mayor Gunter IIII Noes : None . act, e°fitott Ze.._ eat �a7, Councilman Rees moved that the (Council recommend) and suggest the City owned 10 acre grove at Colton and Church , as a site for the project , it being under- stood that a fair price would be paid for the property, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp and carried by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp , Rees and Fletcher Noes : Councilman Krumm aid Mayor Gunter Councilman Krumm moved that owners of other suitable sites be invited to submit their property to the Council to refer to the County Housing Authority , and the motion was lost for lack of a second . ARMY HOSPITAL Councilman Rees reported that on behalf of the new Industries Committee ofl' the Chamber of Commerce and the City Council , that he had taken informal steps to promote a 1000 bed General Army Hospital on the 1000 acre site owned by the City aid East Lugonia Mutual Water Company in Mill Creek Canyon, and suggested that 100 acres of same be offered to the Federal Government for such use . Upon motion of Council- Imam Clapp , seconded by Councilman Krumm, the suggestion of Councilman Rees was I unanimously adopted . PURCHASE - pick-Up Truck Councilman Rees , reporting for the Committee appointed to investigate the bids submitted at the last regular meeting for supplying the City with a pick-up .i • ' truck, stated that in its opinion the lowest and best bice was for the (1942 Ford vs\Q""`nat, al till. Truck and recommended its purchase . Upon motion of Councilman Clapp , seconded by J Councilman Fletcher , the recommendation of the Committee was unanimously approved and, purchase ordered accordingly', for use of the Water Department . All other bids were rejected. STREET LIGHTING Councilman Fletcher made a detailed report on lighting of certain streets nand recommended as follows : 6 - 2500 lumen lights be installed on Orange Street , between Lugonia and pioneer Avaiues , 6 - 2500 lumen lights be installed on Pioneer Avenue , between Orange and 11 Texas Streets , place of the present unsatisfactory lights. Upon motion oY Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Rees , the recommendation was approved and the new units v✓ere. borde6 red placed accordingly by the Southern California Edison Company as per instruc- tions of the Engineer 's Office . STATE G i RDS Major Brooke Sawyer of the State Guards requested use of the City Hall for r 182 11 the afternoon ofSunday January d , 18, 1942 , to muster and institute the Headquarters P. I II Company of the Fifth Regiment of the California State Guard . Upon motion of Council.- man Krumm, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the request was granted. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting: adjourned. i. I,I Attest : S Cigla64tAIE Mayor of the C y of 'ed anes , Ca ifornia II - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - li Redlands , California January 21 , 1942 Two o 'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees , Krumm, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter , Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp and Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas and police Chief Morrison. Absent ; Building Inspector Cooper. The minutes of the last regular meeting of January 7 , and the adjourned regular meeting of January 21, 1942 , were read and approved with corrections I ordered on page 181, Paragraph 2 , changing it to read that "Councilman Rees suggested the 10 acre City owned grove at Colton and Church as a possible site for the Housing.) project" ; and in the paragraph "purchase - pick up truck" , that the award was for a . 11942 Ford , 6 cylinder " . VEGETABLE GARDENS Clarence Black, Chairman of the Defense Committee for Agricultural Resourcesi and Production, addressed the Board , reporting for the Committee to investigate water rates for planting vegetable gardens , recommending a charge of a mill per sq. ft . per mo . for vacant lots or a flat rate of $1 .00 per month for 2000 sq. ft . of land (a lot approx . 40x50 ) For vegetable gardens in the back yard--01 .00 added to the meter reading of the same month a year ago , unless the reading was for a lesser amount , then the regular rate would apply. Commissioner Rees stated this was anticipated to be a patriotic program and to eg- courage home gardens in hopes people would live up to this agreement , but if the privilege was abused an investigation would be made and the regular rate would be charged . For larger areas a meter was recommended installed and the minimum akrion1, tural rate charged , service connection fee to be waived. Preparation of the lots ' for gardens was considered and determined that since the City plows the lots each spring and makes a weed charge to the tax roll , this could be done atia little earlier date and those interested to contact the owner of the property for permission P. to use the lot for such a garden. After full consideration upon motion of Council- ' man Rees , seconded by Councilman Clapp , the following schedule was unanimously adopted/ 183 a mill per sq. ft or I, 2000 sq. ft. $ 1.00 1000 sq. ft. .50 500 sq. ft. .25 minimum ' said amount to be in addition to the charge made for the same month last year. Larger lots to bear the Commercial rate 3 per cu.ft. ) or L � g � 40% per day inch--present irrigation rate inside City and II 50% per day inch--present irrigation rate outside City. Installation of meters on vacant lots for defense gardening { as per rules and regulations of the Water Department, said ' Department to reserve the right to waive the connection charge. COMM(j�[,TC�TIO�S The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From the Southern California Gas Company, Los Angeles Office, relative to maps showing location of various as mains in City streets being kept in confidence 11 1 during the continuance of the war. It was also discussed and determined by unanimous: vote of the Council that discretion be used by the Water and gineer' s Offices in II I' showing maps to the general public, disclosing location of water mains, etc. , to pre-III, 1 vent sabotage during this war emergency; From City Clerk, Indio, relative to the regular meeting of the Citrus Belt ' League of California Cities, to be held in that City on the evening of January 30th, I I 11942 ; From the Canadian Indemnity Company, relative to payment of claim for ' $19.83 damages to one of the Police motorcycles--check having been turned over to the �I Treasurer' s Office; From Alfred Hunt, 840 Herald St. , Redlands, suggesting that a rail be placed along the steps leading to the public rest rooms downstairs and also along the steps leading downstairs at the Post Office, which was referred to Councilman Fletcher and a copy ordered sent to the Post Office. TAX SALE PROPERTY A communication from J W. Batchelor, County Tax Collector, advising the it City of the proposed sale of Lots 30 and 31, Redlands Heights Crafts Map, at tax 1 sale, was presented and ordered filed. In order that the existing lien for City taxes on said property be protected, the following Resolution was unanimously adopted: "The City of Redlands does hereby formally protest and object to the contemplated tax sale of Lots 30 ' and 31, Redlands Heights Crafts• Map, this City, by the San Bernardino County Tax Collector and Board of Supervisors, as set forth in the County Tax Collect- or' s letter to the City dated January 12th, 1942. This . formal protest is made pursuant to Section 3695 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of' the State of California, and is for the specific purpose of protecting the present existing lien of the City for City taxes in and to the above parcels of property." ' ORDTNANCE ND. 827 �I Ordinance No. 827, ,An Emergency Ordinance at the City qf Redlands, Pro- hibiting and Limiting the Period of Parking of Motor Vehicles on Certain Streets, re- 11 introduced at the last regular meeting, was re-read and adopted by the following vote: Apes : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter Noes ; None Not Voting: Councilman Krumm. 184 APPLICATION The application of John G. Mathews, 920 Texas Street, Redlands, for posi- 'I tion with the Police Department, was presented and ordered filed, 11 PETITION The petition of B. W. Neuman, for permission to keep bees between Pioneer and San Bernardino Avenues, one-half mile West of Wabash, was referred to the Police ) Department for action, in accordance with an action of this Council on February 21, 11 1940. NOTICE OF HEARING Notice of Hearing of the Southern California Gas Company before the Rail- road Commission of the State of California, in the City Hall on January 22, 1942, was presented and ordered filed, and Attorney Wilson directed to protect the City' s interest in the matter. li REPORTS Report of the Treasurer for the month of November, 1941, and Laboratory_ test of water for April 10, 1939, was presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of January 20, 1942, was presented and ordered filed: 11The Petition of M. L. Cell to move the present store building now located at the corner of Union and Sun back 20 feet to present set back line, and to remodel the said building into two apartments, was considered and inspected. On motion duly made and seconded the Commission voted to recommend to the Council that the application be granted. Note: No action was taken on the third section of the application, the request to erect an additional dwelling ti on the rear of said lot, and Mr. Cell orally withdrew this request. ° Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the recommendation; of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved. i I TRANSFER Per statement filed by the Engineer, and upon motion of Councilman Fletcher seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to transfer from the 4f/ Special Gas Tax Street Improvement Fund, the sum of $4,628.85 to the General City Fund (Street Department) . REAL ESTATE Escrow Statement from the Bank of America showing the amount of $6;433.85 due the City from sale of property at Highway 99 and Texas Street to Leigh W. Nickerson, was presented and ordered filed,, check for same having been turned over to the Treasurer. The Clerk presented a written offer from C. S. Lombard df $8,000.00 for the City' s orange grove property at the NW cor. of Church Street and Colton Avenue together with the 20 shares of water stock, providing he could be furnished with a clear title to the property. Sale of the property was considered briefly and the Mayor appointed Councilmen Fletcher, Krumm and Rees to investigate the offer and make their recommendation to this council at the next regular meeting. 185 Petition signed by about 80 residents in the vicinity of Church Street andl Colton Avenue, protesting the tendering of the City orange grove property to the Federal Housing Authority for a County Housing_project, was presented and ordered I filed. 1 Upon recommendation of the Mayor, and motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded i by Councilman Fletcher, the action of this Council offering the City owned grove at the NW corner of Colton Avenue and Church Street was rescinded by a unanimous vote of the Board. WEGER PROPFRTY Mayor Gunter reported that through Harold Thoreson, Postmaster of San Ber- I' nardino, there would probably be an offer for purchase of the Weser property on West Highland Avenue, that his, man would make an offer through his attorney or broker in I a few days, and asked that action for demolition of the property be deferred. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees, unanimously adopted, Friday was set as a dead line and action of this Council on January 7, 1942, placing a full ' time uard on the premises, was rescinded, and the Attorney was directed to continue proceedings with the State for demolition of the three-story residence after Monday, ', January 26th. EMPLOYEES I Mayor Gunter stated the need of an experienced office assistant and steno- , i IIgrapher in the Clerk' s and yor' s offices, which Gladys Durrell had proven to be, but that she had been offered a civil service position at Camp Haan. Since she has i been working on an hourly basis, the Mayor recommended that she be placed on the regular pay roll at a salary of $105.00 per month. The matter was consideredbrief- 11 ly, Councilman Rees stating that the two cashiers in the Water Department should be raised accordingly and Treasurer Tripp putting in a request for a raise for his SII assistant. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Mayor Gunter, unanimously_ adopted, Miss Durrell was ordered placed on the regular pay roll at a salary of 1105.00 per month beginning January 15, 1942. Councilman Rees stated he thought some plan should be worked out for a general increase in salaries of all City_ employees and recommended that a Committee be appointed to work out some sort of ' schedule or bonus plan, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher and unanimously_ ; adopted. The Mayor named Councilmen Clapp, Rees and Fletcher to serve on the Committee and report to this Council. LIBRARY BOARD Mayor Gunter reported. that the term of two members of the Library Board, ' Lyman M. King and Charles H. Clock, had expired on December 31, 1941, and recommended, their re-appointment. Councilman Krumm moved the recommendation .of the Mayor be I. approved, which motion was lost for lack of a second. With. all due respects to Messrs. King and Clock, Councilman Rees suggested more time be allowed for considera 1 tion of the matter. No action was taken at this time. 11 II Fr- 186 STREET SWEEPER Engineer Hinckley presented the need for a new Street Sweeper at a cost of, approximately $4000.00 - $4500.00. After brief consideration, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Clerk was authorized and directed to advertise for bids for same to be opened February 4, 1942, as per plans ! and specifications on file in the Engineer's Office. HALL OF JUSTICE Councilman Rees sought action of the Council relative to salary •of the Janitor of the Hall of Justice, stating that he was now receiving $110.00 per month but that it was not necessary for him to spend more than 30 hours per week doing the work. The question of washing of blankets for the Jail, cost of having them done at '' the Laundry or purchase of a washing machine was discussed. Councilman Krumm stated ) that the County sprayed each blanket and that from former experience, use of a wash- ing machine was not very satisfactory as there was an average of about eighty blan- kets a month to be done. Upon recommendation and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, the Commissioner was authorized to revise the hours and salary of the Janitor as he sees fit for the work required. After further consideration Councilman Fletcher moved that the Commissioner and Chief of the Police Department purchase such washing machine as they deemed necessary for washing the blankets for the Jail. Change of heating facilities for the Hall of Justice was next considered, ComhisOioner Rees stating that their gas bills were enormous and felt' it would pay to install some other method of, heating--suggesting the oil circulating type of heater. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, unanimously 11 adopted, Commissioner Rees and Engineer Hinckley were directed to investigate the installation of an oil heating system and report to this Council. WATER - COLLECTOR Councilman Rees sought opinion of the Council relative to an action taken last July 2nd, placing Hugo Tieck on a 10 day month schedule and nothing having been , done, recommended the position of collector in the Water Department be eliminated. Councilman Clapp moved that the recommendation of the Commissioner be approved and the services of the Collector dispensed with, which was seconded by Councilman Rees and unanimously adopted, MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Clapp stated there was nothing to report relative to the lease ; of lot in Mill Creek Canyon to Southern Sierras Power Com.an , . Attorney Wilson reported that Mr. Romo was still interested in the closing , of the alley between Orange and Fifth Streets, north of Central Avenue, and that his Attorney would soon present a deed to the City for a portion of the vacant lot at the rear of the Hall of Justice. Engineer Hinckley reported that the Southern Pacific Railroad Company had moved their signal box at Texas and Highway 99, but nothing further had been done about their franchise. 187-1 Councilman Rees reported that the location of the Army Hospital was still under consideration and that men were to be sent out to look ovePthe proposed loca- tion.' Councilman Clapp reported that the Recreation buildings in the Park west ofl Grant Street, now under construction, were coming along nicely. COMMISSIONERS Councilman Krumm stated that Councilman Rees had been appointed to take care of his duties in the Police Department during his absence and by Council action had been made Police Commissioner, but that he believed it to be the duty of the liMayor to appoint the Commissioners for the different departments. Other Council members feeling this was a closed order and that no further action was necessary, the I matter was dismissed. and was granted Councilman Krumm asked/permission to leave the meeting at this time. DEFENSE STAMPS Upon suggestion of Treasurer Tripp and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, the Treasurer was authorized to invest I $50.00 in sort of a revolving fund for buying defense stamps and keeping them on hand. for sale to the general public. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission-1 ler, Councilman Clapp having been appointed by the Mayor to act for Commissioner Krumm. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to two o'clock, P. M. , on January 28, 1942. Attest : City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California January 28, 1942 Two O'clock, P. M. This being the time to which the last regular meeting of the City Council, adjourned, and no quorum being present, the Clerk declared the meeting adjourned. Attest : I City Clerk, ity of Redlands, California. II - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - III II II x188 Redlands, California February 4. 1942 Two o'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Rees, Krumm, Fletcher, and Mayor Gunter, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Cooper, Police Chief Morrison and Fire Chief Thomas. ;I 1Absent : Councilman Clapp. The minutes of the last regular meeting and the adjourned regular mmeting January 28, 1942, were read and approved. The Mayor called the meeting to order and stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. DEMAND The Cleric presented a demand of Farnsworth, Straisinger & Pullen, contractors ', Recreation buildings in the Park west of Grant Street, in the amount of $950.00,was ordered paid. REPORTS Reports of the Building Inspector and City Judge for the month of January, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. BIDS This being the time set for opening of bids for supplying the City with a Street Sweeper, the following proposals were presented. publicly opened and declared: Smith Booth Usher Company $4690.00 plus tax $40.70 Agin Sw=er Company 6050.00 plus tax, a Referred to Commissioner Fletcher and Engineer Hinckley for investigation and report of their findings at the next regular meeting. STREET - Improvements Engineer Hinckley stated there was nothing to report on the improvement of East Lugonia Avenue as the approved report had not yet been returned from the State Highway Department; and that stakes were also set on Sunnyside Avenue ready to go as 11 soon as the report came back. WEGER PROPERTY Attorney Wilson reported that pursuant to instructions at the last regular meeting, the Acme Wrecktng Company had started wrecking the Weger Estate residence at 1154 West Highland Avenue. Question had arisen as to payment of a contractor' s license fee of $10.00 which was ordered waived, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Rees, since the City was recommending that the building be � demolished. '. REAL_REAL_ESTATEagle. Councilman Fletcher, reporting for the Committee to whom the offer to pur- chase the NW corner of Colton Avenue and Church Street was referred, stated that after personal investigation it was deemed best to accept the offer. Councilman Clapp entered the Council Chamber at this time and took his place 189 at the Council table. Resolut on No. 5610ras Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Fletcher,j/ unanimously adoptecd,/%tthenPffer of C. S. Lombard of $8,000.00 for purchase of the City owned pro- perty at Colton and Church, together with twenty shares of Lugonia Water Company stock, raps assatta3, the Mayor and Clerk directed to sign the necessary papers for completion of the transaction, and the fee for transfer of the water stock ordered paid. ' l OIL BURNER - Hall of Justice Heating of the Hall of Justice was again considered--Councilman Rees stated the furnace was about one-half the capacity to take care of the .buildina, but that the present furnace could be left to take care of the Jail and individual heaters used in the other rooms. Councilman Krumm recommended that cabinet heaters be installed for more heat at less cost. W. J. Veale, representative of the Southern California Gas Company, advised three separate units or ei ht circulating heaters as 11 II more satisfactory for heating the different parts of the building at different times, that the least expensive method would be to use the present furnace for heating the Jail and individual heaters for the other rooms. No action was taken at this time, the matter continued for further consideration. PARK DEPARTMENT Commissioner Clapp reported that Paul Maley, employee in the Park Department was no longer with the City but was now with the Army, and sought the attitude of the Council relative to holding the lobs for the boys who are drafted until they return. After due consideration it was determined that Paul Maley be given _tato weeks pay in addition to his earned salary and earned vacation and a letter be written assuring 1 him of his job when he returned, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, and that this policy be established for all City employees being drafted for service. ARM BANDS Councilman Clapp stated that the local W. P. A. office would make arm bands for all defense work. Mayor Gunter reported some arm bands having been brought over ' from San Bernardino and the matter was continued. W. P . A. RECREATION Councilman li Clapp reported that the localRecreation P oj�s_t was undergoingn g some changes since .Malcolm Smith was in charge of the County project now and did not have the time to look after details here, but that Mrs. Ruth M. Ludwig had prac- tically taken over his work in the local office. Since she has no transportation except using her own car, Councilman Clapp recommended and moved that $10.00 per month;be allowed Mrs. Ludwig for gas and mileage for use of her own car for Recrea- tion work, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted. FLAG Councilman Rees reported there had been several requests that we fly the big flap during war time and moved that a larger flag be used except during windy 190 weather when a smaller one be flown, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unan- 1imously adopted. A new 8 x 12 flag for the front of the City Hall was ordered pur- chased, and also a large one ( about 12x20) for the pole at the triangle. OFFICE OF CONSTABLE i Rental charge for the Constable' s office in the Hall of Justice was consider-1 i ed, Councilman Rees recommending that no rent be charged for use of his office in ' return for service he renders in helping the Police Department. The recommendation was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman R Rees. LIBRARY BOARD ;) Mayor Gunter stated no action had been taken upon his recommendation for re appointment of Lyman M. King and Charles H. Clock to the Library Board. Councilman ' Fletcher stated he had made investigation since the last meeting and was now ready to' ' act. Councilman Krumm moved that Messrs. King and Clock be re-appo nted for the termi ,ending December 31. 1944 , which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously_ adopted. STREET LIGHTS Councilman Fletcher presented the request of Mr. Moffat of the Southern California Edtson Company. to leave the Street lights on until 2:00 A. M. instead of shutting them off at 12 :00 Midnight since the change of time. Upon motion of Coun- cilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees that City lights be turned off at Midnight in compliance with the President ' s wartime order, was unanimously adopted. UNIFORM SIGNS 1_. . m . ___•- : ien• on Streets were considered, Councilman Fletcher stating that the Service Clubs had met and the Clubswerewilling to supply the necessary material. Councilman Rees moved that the City install the signs, which was' seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously adopted. EMPLOYEES Councilman Fletcher welcomed Building Inspector Cooper back after several weeks illness and commended both him and Engineer Hinckley for their co-operation and ; efforts in solving the problems in their departments. REDLANDS COUNTRY CLUB Mayor Gunter stated that Lorin C. Mead, owner of the Redlslds Country Club, ; had notified his members that the Club would be closed by the end of February. There are 91 members in good standing--60 active at play, dues being $6.00 per month. Due ; consideration was given as to whether it would be advisable for the City to take it over for aparoximatiay $2O,OOO.OQ. Treasurer Tripp suggested it be made into more of a Municipal Club, and Councilman Krumm moved that the Mayor appoint a Committee to ' investigate and bring something before the Board. but the motion was lost for lack of a second and no further action was taken; Council felt it was more of a Chamber of ", Commerce proposition. 191 - REDLANDS DEFENSE COUNCIL The Mayor stated that the following additional members had been appointed tole the _Defense Council to take the place of those unable to serve : Sam B. Gardner Special Deputy Police Glenn Pry " It It Dick Lackey " " Hugh Williams Precinct C sptain (#20) F. Warne Flinn " " (#24) ij Upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the above appoint- ments were duly approved. WOMEN' S AMBULANCE CORPS - Dance The Mayor announced that the members of the Council_ were invited to attend a ', Dance sponsored by the Women' s Ambulance Corps on Saturday evening,,_February 7, 1942; in the City Hall Auditorium.. CONVENTION Mayor Gunter urged Council members to attend the Mayors ' and Councilmen' s annual meeting in Fresno, February 14-15, 1942 , and sought attitude of the Council I relative to an appropriation for expenses. Councilman Clapp moved that: 625.00. be - allbwed -each member attending, which was seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted. with Councilman Krumm voting "No" . _ STATE GUARDS The Mayor stated that action had been taken by the County Defense Council at ,l its regular meeting Tuesday morning. urging that the 11th Regiment of the Stater Guard be made permanent--that he had made a similar motion for the 5th Regiment but received no second. As Chairman of the local Defense Conncil_he was anxious to see I' the 5th Regiment go on as it is now. Due to the vulnerability of attack of our utilities and oil storage tanks by an enemy of the United States, and of the exist- i ing bottleneck of Highway 99 within the City Limits of Redlands and the necessity of ,, guarding our vital water storage and aqueducts, that he believed it advisable to this area that the present status be maintained. Councilman Krumm moved that the whichwas seconded by i Council go on record as maintaining the 5thRegiment as it is, sec e Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted. Financeon Bills and salaries were orde�e�paid as approved by theCommissioner. No further business demanding attention, the meeting was adjourned to two o' clock P. M. , Wednesday. February 11, 1942. Attest : ct C ty C erk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 11it Pr-192 Redlands, California February 11, 1942 Two o 'clock, P. M. This being the time to which the last regular meeting of the City Council adjourned, and no quorum being present, the Clerk declared the meeting adjourned. 111 Attest : City Clerk, Le lands, 'California. — 0 — 0 — 0 — 0 — 0 — 0 — C1 ' Redlands, California February 18. 1942 Two o 'clock P. M. A regular meeting. of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Rees, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Cooper, Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilmen Clapp and Krum. lel The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. ROMO - Alley Closing d Attorney Wilson stated that a deed. to the City for the triangular piece of , property as requested by former action of this Council, necessary for the completion dof the proceedings closing the Alley between Orange and Fifth Streets, running North from East Central Avenue, was now in his hands and the Council now had jurisdiction to proceedto close the alley. Upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Council- : man ouncil-man Fletcher, Resolution No. 559, closing a portion of the alley in Link Addition, was duly adopted by a unanimous vote of the four members present, Councilman Krum , having entered and taken his place at the Council table during the discussion. The Grant Deed from Henry Romo to the City was accepted and ordered Placed of record. COMP.NNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From Women' s Ambulance and Defense Corps of America expressing appreciation of the co-operation and aid of the Council in making their dance a success ; Mayor Gunter stated the Ambulance Corps had asked that they have some specific duty assign-,I ed them. Captain Hughes had suggested sponsoring a dance each week or two weeks for those in service if the City Hall Auditorium was available. Councilman Clapp entered ' and took his place at the Council table and stated he understood such plans were in ' the making--action was deferred at this time.. 1 ' From Brooke Sawyer giving notice of the expiration of public liability insurance policies covering the cemetery, Water Works and NW cor. Orange Street and Colton Avenue, being automatically picked up under the Comprehensive Liability Policy: now being carried by the City; ' I 1193-1 From the City of Upland, relative to the monthly meeting of the Citrus Belt Division of the League of California Cities on February 27, 1942; From the Division of Highways , relative to the apportionment of the 1942 quarterly payment of the if/ gas tax allocation for Streets of Major Importance. From Railroad Commission, relative to passage of a Resolution by the Depart- ment of Public Works with respect to maintenance of lighting and operation of cross ing protection devices and signals in connection with train operation; 1 II From Joe Underhill, tendering his resignation as Janitor at the Hall of ,Justice; From League of California Cities, regarding an Ordinance establishing c Auxiliary Police and Fire Forces, and an Air Raid Warden Service, which was referred to the City Attorney for study and recommendation. Notification from the ,State Board of Equalization& relative to application j of Raymond E. Pasqual-Central Food Market, 305 Orange Street, for Off Sale Beer and Wine license, was referred to the Police Commissioner for investigation. APPLICATIONS Applications of Thomas H. Goodman as Life Guard and Hugh Phillip as locker Ili boy at the Sylvan Plunge the coming season were presented and ordered filed. REPORTS Reports of the Treasurer for the months of December 1941 and January 1942; Health Department and Laboratory tests for January, 1942, were presented and orderedf lli filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on February 17, ', 1942, was presented and ordered filed: "Motions were duly made and unanimously carried recommending that the following petitions be granted by the City Coundil : The petition of Lisle Sargent to install a kitchen sink in I, her home at 648 Cypress Circle. The petition of Walter B. Hadley at 658 Cajon Street to remove an Olive tree along the north line of Clifton Avenue. The petition of Mrs. E. R. Worley at 625 Fifth Avenue to remove a Eucalyptus tree along the South line of Fifth Avenue. The petition of certain property owners headed by David Parry and Gwendoline A, Parry that Acacia Avenue and/or abutting portions of Lot 7, Block 19, Lots 1 and 12 of Block 18, and also Lime Avenue and/or abutting portions of Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12, Block 13, and Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 of Block 18 be closed to traffic, and that property abutting on said lots on that portion of Acacia and Lime Avenues be deeded to the present owners of said lots as recorded in Map of West Redlands. " it The recommendations of the Planning Commission were approved, upon motion of „ Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. HALL OF JUSTICE (Janitor) Councilman Rees reported that JUianuel Martinez was now the Janitor at the Hall of Justice at a salary of 575.00 per month. IPP- 194 (Heating) Il Heating of the gall of Justice was considered with Herbert L. Bell, Home ii y Equipment Company, who emphasized the fact that materials were getting scarce and harder to get all the time. Commissioner Rees stated he had made a study of the 111 ill heating problem and recommended and moved award be made to the Home Equipment Com- ll Hna'ny with a thermostat control on the wall rather than a modulating valve shut off asp, shown in their bid. Motion was seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly adopted with 4 ouncilman Krumm not voting, price for the thermostat to be worked out with the ' Commissioner and Mr. Bell. Commissioner Rees then moved that the old furnace be re- ' vamped for approximately $75.00 to take care of the Jail and the new heaters take d care of the rest of the building, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly I! adopted with Councilman Krum not voting. Commissioner Rees requested permission to change to flourescent lighting in the Hall of Justice at a cost of approximately $45.00. No action was taken at this time, it being thought a study of the budget be made first. CLAIM Clerk presented a claim from the Mutual Orange Distributors in the amount of $219.87 for materials and labor used in tabulating a survey made for Civilian !I Defense, which was discussed at some length--members of the Council feeling this should be City property and on file in the vault of the Clerk' s office. The bill was ordered paid. upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Rees. PETITION Petition of Harvey E. Hall, for permission to build a two story garage with an apartment overhead at 931 Stillman Avenue, was granted, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, -- petition having been approved by three members of the Planning Commission. ,RESOLUTION (Election) The City Attorney presented a Resolution calling a General Municipal flection for April 14, 1942, for election of three (3) Councilmen, each for the full term of four years, also appointing election officers , naming places for holding the Election--establishing eighteen voting precincts, fixing the hours for the polls to be open between the hours of 7 :00 o'clock A. M. and 7 :00 o 'clock P. M. , and all ' other matters pertaining to same, was duly and regularly adopted by the unanimous vote of the Board. SOUTHERN PACIFIC FRANCHISE Engineer Hinckley reported all requests by this Council necessary for the renewal of the Southern Pacific Railway Company Franchise in the City have been ful- h filled by the Company and Attorney Wilson recommended that the Resolution granting ! the renewal be adopted. Councilman Krum moved that the Resolution be adopted grant- ing the franchise, which was lost for lack of a second, and no further action waa taken at this time, 195-1 WEGER PROPERTY Attorney Wilson reported the Welter property, J.154 West Highland Avenue, was partly torn down, that there had been an offer made of $30.00 for a ,ciump of palm trees and the State sought the pleasure of the Council in the matter. By unanimous vote of the Council, the Attorney was directed to advise the State that the trees fwere pot for sale. SWIMMING POOLS Councilman Clapp presented a request of the War Department , relative to rates for use of the swimming pools the coming season, and recommended and moved that soldiers in uniform be given free admittance and that rates be the same as last year for both pools . Motion was seconded by Councilman Krumm, unanimous)yadopted. Councilman Krumm asked for and was granted permission to leave the Council meeting at this time. EAST LUGONIA PROPERTY Engineer Hinckley presented a request for purchase of a small tract of the East Lugonia land in Mill Creek Canyon (about 2 acres ) immediately west of the olive grove triangle now belonging to the City and sought Council action. After due con- sideration, it was determined best to decide the amount of the land deemed best to sell, but at this time no land was available for sale. LAW SUITS Attorney Wilson stated the two law suits against the City were to come to trial and asked permission to consult with Surr & Hellyer, Attorneys, San Bernardino, ill in the two cases, which was granted by unanimous vote of the Council. Councilman Rees and Mayor Gunter in attendance at the Mayors and Councilmens meeting in Fresno, February 14 & 15, 1942, gave reports of a very interesting meeting dealing mainly with various phases of defense and the problems confronting different ( cities. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner:1 No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 3111-611"-Lit L71441-4. 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 196 Redlands, Cal ifornia March 4. 1942 Two o 'clock, P. M. it A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held Ii at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter, Deputy Clerk III Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Cooper, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Morrison. Absent : Councilman Krumm. III i The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved, after correction relative to closing of portions of Lime Avenue and Acacia Street on page 9 , that the cost was to be id by those concerned. Councilman Clapp was named to act as Finance Commissioner for this meeting!, COMMUNICATIONS Communication from Pvt. Paul C. Maley, former employee and now in Service, in appreciation for extra pay voted by this Council, was presented and ordered filed., I, Policy of allowing vacation when an employee leaves of hisrown accord--or is let go, ,l was discussed at great length, and determined that an employee was entitled_to his earned vacation or portion thereof when leaving the employ of the City, upon motion of Councilman Rees , seconded by Councilman Glapp, unanimously adopted--the Clerk to look back on the minutes for information as to past policy that a vacation applies to'. Communication from Paul Wilmot, agent for the Security First National Bank ', of Los Angeles, offering for sale to the City the SW cor. Second Street and Highway 99 at a price of $6,000.00. The Mayor appointed Councilmen Rees and Fletcher, Fire L Chief and Commissioner as a Committee to investigate and make their recommendation to this Board. Communication from W. H. Morrison, voicing no objection to an "off sale" beer and wine license being granted to the Central Food Market, 305 Orange Street, 'I was presented and ordered filed. FRANCHISE TAX Clerk presented statements, from the Southern California Gas Company showing a franchise tax due the City of 82.277.86 ; and Statement from the Southern California Edison Company showing franchise tax of 81,633.14. due the City for the calendar year " 1941, checks having been turned over to the Treasurer ' s Office. RESIGNATION Resignation of Willis Hook. Policeman, was presented, accepted as of February 20, 1942, and ordered filed, APPLICATIONS Applications of dames Wilson Heard and Everette L. Dawes for positions with'� the Police Department, were presented and ordered, filed.. Commissioner Rees recommended and moved that James W. Heard be appointed as patrolman on the Police Department, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unan_ limously approved, effective as of March 1, 1942, _97-1 PETITION Petition of Jose Rodriguez for permission to operate a pool hall at 510 North Third Street , together with a letter from chief., of Police . Morrison to the .I effect that a check of the neighborhood revealed there was opposition to a pool hall' �l— at that location. Beni . J. Bryant spoke in favor of the petitioner, but since there was so much opposition, upon motion of Councilman Rees seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the petition was unanimously denied, REPORTS Reports of the Building Inspector, Judge, Laboratory tests, for the month of February, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. Statement of the Pioneer Title Insurance and Trust Company, showing com- pletion of the escrow for sale of the NW cor. of Church Street and East Colton Avenue to C. S. Lombard and check for $7,912.00 deposited with the Treasurer, was presented and ordered filed, TRANSFER Per statement filed by the Engineer, and upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilmai Clapp, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to transfer from the 4d Special Gas Tax Street Improvement Fund, the sum of $3,250.00, to the General Fund-Street Department. SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY COMPANY (Franchise) The City Attorney again sought action of the Council on the granting of the franchise to the Southern Pacific Railroad Company and recommended its adoption. ' The matter was discussed at some length, Councilman Clapp stating he was not inter- ested in granting a 50 year franchise at this time due to lack of past co-operation? which was seconded by Councilman Rees, duly adopted, with Mayor Gunter voting "No" , and the Clerk was authorized and directed to notify the '3outhern Pacific Railroad Company accordingly. IRVINE SUIT II Attorney Wilson reported there was to be. a meeting relative to the Irvine suit in litigation for several years, as to the spreading of water in Mill Creek Cone in which the Cityis vitallyinterested. The matter was left with the Attorne Y it and Engineer for report to this council, TAX SALES Attorney Wilson sought attitude of the Council relative to delinquent taxes against Lots 9 to 16 inclusive, Nebraska Tract, for the years 1926 to 1937, stating he had a tentative offer of $500.00 to clear up all City taxes against this property. Upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp that the offer be accepted and the property placed back on the tax roll, was unanimously adopted. ##### See Page 199. DEFENSE Engineer Hinckley sought attitude of the Council relative to blacking out ii the windows and doors leading off the main corridor at a cost of approximately • r 198 x40.00 This was determined not necessaryat this time, sand bas were �' � althoughg ordered, and the Engineer was directed to fix the window of the black out room as a protection against saboteurs. 11 a Matter of printing instructions-- what to do in case of an air raid, and J blanks for reports of block wardens, was discussed and supplies ordered purchased-- the work to he done by mimeograph if possible, upon motion of Councilman Rees, ii seconded by Councilman Clapp, duly adopted Five new incoming telephones were authorized installed, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Rees , and Councilman Clapp and Engineer Hinckley were authorized and directed to investigate the methods of installing self powered phones and report to this Board. ' ' Better air raid warden service and powers and duties of special police and; firemen were discussed and referred to the City Attorney for study and preparation of an ordinance regulating same. Mayor Gunter reported that the State Defense Council was working out a plan regarding moving trains not to be stopped during a blackout, and that the regulation for lights on moving emergency vehicles was being modified. Upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, that material be provided for equipping personal cars of City employees used for this emergency, with the •nece.ss- I' ary regulation lights, installation to be made by the owner himself. EAST STUART AVENUE - Extension Councilman Clapp reported that the extension of East Stuart Avenue was still alive although he was unable to report much progress. Making a main thorough-, fare of Stuart Avenue or Sylvan Blvd. if a right of way could be obtained, was dis- 1 cussed and left with the Committee for further investigation and report. f! BID Upon recommendation of the Engineer and motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Rees, unanimously adopted, the Clerk was authorized and directed to call for bids for purchase of 500 barrels of road oil, per specifications on file in the Engineer' s office. MENTONE WATER COMPANY Commissioner Rees was appointed to the Committee relative to proposed purchase by the City of the Mentone Water Company, to take the place of ex-Council- man Peterson. y STREET LIGHTS Councilman Fletcher reported there had been requests for increase in the light power at certain crossings but that it did not seem advisable at this time. He was directed to make further investigation with Engineer Hinckley and report at the next meeting. PURCHASE - Shells Commissioner reported purchase of a case of 1000 30-30 shells at a cost of approximately $102.00 for the 30-30 rifles at the Police Department, which was duly • approved. 199 PRIVATE CEMETERY • Operation of a private cemetery for the catechists on a portion of the Burrage property was considered and referred to the Attorney for study and report at the next meeting. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. .i Attest : Mft-rdeel Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. r (From Page 197 . ) EMPLOYEES - Salaries; Councilman Clapp reporting for the Committee to whom salary adjustment for , City employees was referred, stated that a bonus schedule did not seem advisable at i I this time and recommended and moved a flat salary increase of 35.00 per month as peri, 1ilist submitted, be adopted--day laborers raised to X4.25 per day, which was seconded! by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I, IIS Redlands, California March 18. 1942 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. it Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Fletcher, Mayor Gunter, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Cooper, Police Chief Morrison and Fire Chief Thomas. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor welcomed the large group of visiting students from the Christian Reform School, also a delegation of ladies in support of numerous telephone calls recorded in the Clerk's office urging the City Council to petition our representa- tives in Washington, D. C. to do all in their power to enact legislation to abolish strikes, the 40 hour per week--extra pay for overtime, etc. Various letters and resolutions from citizens, the Contemporary Club and service clubs were read by the I; Clerk and Mrs. H. A. Woodruff, spokesman for the ladies read and filed a petition from a Citizen' s Committee. The matter was considered at some length, after which iCouncilman Clapp moved that telegrams be sent calling attention of our Congressman and two Senators to the many letters and petitions asking for abolition of strikes, 40 hour week, overtime and ceiling on wages, profits and rents, for the duration, (which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher and unanimously adopted. The question was 20.0 II raised as to whether the City Council should dip into National politics. The matter '-', h was discussed further, Mrs. Frank Cole and Mrs. Woodruff urging that immediate action' be taken. Councilman Clapp moved that a resolution be adopted calling attention of our Congressman and Senators in Washington to the many:letters and petitions asking h for abolition of strikes, 40 hours a week, overtime and placing a':ceiling on wages, profits and rent for the duration, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, - jiunanimously adopted. Mrs. C. S. Lombard questioned the fact that no definite action was taken by the Council itself and Councilman Krumm moved that the Council, as a bolt, support the petition presented by the ladies, which was lost for lack of a second. Councilman Rees moved that the Council go on record as being in favor of and; endorse the Resolution as presented and fully back it up, which was seconded by ) Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, and telegrams ordered sent to the President and our representatives in Washington, D. C. SOLDIERS PLAQUE James Raynor addressed the Council relative to placing a plaque in the City] ', Hall in memory of those who have served in past wars, which met favorable approval by Council members and the plaque ordered purchased. upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. BIDS - Road Oil This being the time set for opening of bids for supplying the City with road oil, the followingbids werepresented, publiclyopened and declared : 111 p r Gilmore Oil Company Square Oil Company, Inc. Union Oil Company of California Richfield Oil Corporation Standard Oil Company of California Morgan Bros. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the bids were ireferred to the Engineer and Street Commissionerd for investigation and report at the ; next meeting. APPLICATIONS r Application of Harvey Collins for position of locker boy at Sylvan Plunge the coming season; and Ilah M. Wilstoch for position as stenographer, were Presented and ordered filed. REPORTS Report of the Health Department for the month of February, 1942, was presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on March 17, ' :1942, was presented and ordered filed: "The petition of certain property owners to close an alley 1 in McKinley Heights Tract was considered, and on motion of Mr. Rigby it was moved that the commission recommend that this petition be denied. Motion carried. The petition of C. E. Chadwick to remove one pepper tree in front of 1139 Alta Street was considered and a motion was duly passed recommending that the petition be granted if the tree so removed be replaced by a smaller tree, the whole matter to be at the petitioner' s expense. ;2O11 — — The petition of Grace M. Wrightson of 608 East Fern I to build an addition closer to side property line than permitted by the building ordinance was considered, and no action was taken on the matter due to the fact that the 1 adjacent property owner' s consent had not been obtained." The recommendations of the Planning Commission were unanimously approved. COMMUNICATIONS Communication from L. L. Moore, Vice Chairman-Redlands Chapter American Red Cross, asking that the Council empower the Mayor to issue a proclamation in case of emergency, temporarily removing from sale to the public such items of supplies as, may be needed to carry on the work of the Red Cross under a disaster emergency and prevent unnecessary hoarding by the general public. Opinions of Council members 1 were expressed--Councilman Fletcher agreeing that the Mayor was the logical person to issue such a proclamation to help meet the emergency; Councilman Clapp thinking 11 such action unnecessary and unwise to freeze the stock of a merchant and Councilman Krumm believing the Council had no power to freeze merchandise, resulting in no action being taken at this time, and the Communication ordered filed. Communication from Major Leland J. Yost, California State Guard, seeking re-consideration by the Council, of the blacking out of the first floor hallway of the City Hall, which was read and ordered filed. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, 1? the work was ordered done in a neat way under supervision of the Engineer. AUXILIARY POLICE AND FIREMEN Powers and duties of Special Police, Auxiliary firemen and Precinct Captains were discussed at some length and determined that Precinct Captains not be given the police powers of entering buildings to turn off bulbs, and if lights are left in houses when people are away for the evening, they will be breaking the Black Out Ordinance and it will be necessary to call the Police Department for aid IIto enforce the Ordinance. The general opinion being that men given special police 1 powers should be under the Chief of Police. The matter was referred to the City I Attorney for further study and preparation of an Ordinance regulating same. ij PRIVATE CEMETERY I Attorney Wilson reported no action was necessary by the Council regarding , the starting of a private cemetery by the Catechists until formal request had been 1 made by them. 1 LOT CLEANING The City Attorney presented a Resolution establishing the whole City as a I,I district for the removal of weeds from property fixing the rate of minimum service charge at $1.50, plus the actual cost of cleaning, which was unanimously adopted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Krumm, and the Engineer F directed to give notice accordingly. 11 TAXES SII Upon request of Treasurer Tripp and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, the Treasurer was authorized to accept , 1 City tax payments without penalty up to and including March 11, 1942, x202 - - _ - - _ - SALARY INCREASE For clarification of the records, the base pay for police and firemen was III', fixed at $125.00 per month with a $10.00 per month increase each year until the maximum salary is reached, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman { I Rees, duly adopted. The vacation schedule was continued for further consideration.. SIGNS II I Councilman Fletcher sought action of the Council relative to a sign (Wilcoxil Auto ..Court) , being installed at First Street and visible from the Highway. He had been refused permission to place it on Railroad property and asked to place it on • the parkway. It being the policy of the City not to allow any signs on City proper- ty, Councilman Fletcher was directed to inform Mr. Wilcox accordingly. FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION In view of the shortage of materials, priority ratings, etc. , the Los Angeles office of the Federal Housing Administration urged the adoption of three ordinances making certain changes in the Building Code, Plumbing and Electrical Ordinances, whereupon the City Attorney introduced Ordinances No. 829, 830 and 831, respectively, which were read and laid over under the rules. • dills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance • Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. • Attest : ��� �• �' City Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. ;46Cia- (7/4-44_ alatfl • - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California April 1. 1942 Two o 'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. ' present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Cooper, Police Chief Morrison and Fire Chief Thomas. The minutes of the last regular meeting were react and approved. ' NEW SIIBDIV7ST ON Percy Hicks, Engineer, presented a tentative mac of the proposed subdivision of the NW cor. Church Street and East Colton Avenue , recently purchased by C. S. Lombard and presented to the University of Redlands. The matter was considered with' Geo. Cortner, Business Mama. ; . . : e • _t' report of Planning Commission 203 - - - - - - endorsing same was presented, and upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Rees, unanimously adopted, the map was accepted with the proviso that the tI City and University enter into an agreement reserving two lots (Nos. 15 and 28 ) for. right of way purposes until such time as the property on the north is subdivided. This being a measure to prevent blind streets. AMUSEMENT SHOW C. A. Maccubbin and Will Fowler, on behalf of the Spanish American War Veterans, sought action of the Council relative to a license fee exemption for spon- soring an amusement show (Steffens Shows) the week of May 10th for the purpose of raising money for purchase of a flag. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, seconded by ( Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, a special permit was granted. LEASE (Triangle Rock & Gravel Company) Neal 0. Baker, of the Triangle Rock & Gravel Company] holders of the con- tract for furnishing gravel to the East Third Street project, sought permission to enter into a lease-agreement with the City to take sand and rock from the City owned pli roperty near near the sewage disposal plant. The matter was considered from its various angles, some of the Councilmen not being favorable to putting such a plant on City property and in competition with Redlands firms and taxpayers. Mr. Baker stated it was their plan to erect a $50,000.00 plant and this particular job would require approximately 250,000 tons of sand. Various prices were discussed and 3¢ per yard or $.018 per ton for finished material determined a fair price. Hayes Webster,. I Redlands Gravel Company, and Supervisor Fowler having entered the Council Chamber during the discussion also voiced opinions in the matter. Upon motion of Councilman IKrumm, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, that a Committee be appointed tos ee what can be worked out and give them an answer by Thursday noon, which was duly adopted with Councilman Rees not voting. The Mayor appointed the whole Council as a Committee 4together with the Attorney. JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES James Raynor sought Council action relative to prohibiting members of Jehovah' s witnesses on the downtown streets of Redlands. Since law suits are pend- , ing in other towns, Council thought it advisable to await the outcome and no action ' was taken at this time. ROAD OIL I i Engineer Hinckley reporting for the Committee to whom road oi.l bids were �lreferred the last meeting, stated the Standard Oil Company had the low bid and d / recommended that award be made accordingly. Upon motion of Councilman Krumm, ° seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the recommendation of the Committee was %unanimously ! approved and award made to the Standard Oil Company. 1' TAX SALE PROPERTY A communication from J. W. Batchelor, County Tax Collector, advising the flty of the proposed tax sale of East 40 feet Lot 12 and West 20 feet Lot 13, Block 11 II1—sAi Fr- 204 10, Residence Plat, was presented and ordered filed. In order that the existing Ii lien for City taxes on said property be protected, .the following Resolution was unanimously adopted : "The City of Redlands does hereby formally protest and object to the contemplated tax sale of East 40 feet of Lot 12 and West 20 feet Lot 13, Block 10, Residence Plat, this City, by the San Bernardino County Tax Collector and Board of Supervisors, as det forth in the County Tax Collector' s letter to the City dated March 30, 1942. This formal protest is made pursuant to Section 3695 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, and is for the specific purpose of protecting the present exist- ' ing lien of the City for City Taxes in and to the above parcels of property. " COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From A. Harvey Collins in appreciation for increase of salary; From L. L. Moore, Vice-Chairman, local-Chapter American Red Cross,. urging that 'the Mayor be given power to issue a proclamation removing certain food products„ from sale in case of an emergency; From Garner 0. Osdick, relating to the Civic Defense League and its pro- posed petition to the City Council. Communications from League of California Cities relative to the appointment of a local property officer to serve as the authorized agent of the community. Upon , motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, Resolution No. 564 appointing C. J. Tripp as property officer for the City of Redlands, under $5,000.00 bond to be paid by the City, was unanimously adopted. APPLICATIONS Applications of Betty Smiley and Bob Brown for positions of locker girl and life guard at Sylvan Plunge the coming season, were presented and ordered filed. REPORTS Report of the Building Inspector and City Judge for the month of March: and , the Treasurer for the month of February, 1942$ were presented and ordered filed. QRDINANCF$ Ordinance No. 829, Amending Ordinance No. 821, Entitled "An Ordinance of the City of Redlands Regulating the Erection, Construction, Enlargement, Alteration, Repair, Moving and Removal, Demolition, Conversion, Occupancy, Equipment, Use, Height;, _Area and Maintenance of Buildings or Structures in the City of Redlands, Providing I; for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees Therefor", and Ordinance No. 830, Amending Ordinance No. 755, Entitled "An Ordinance Establishing a Board of Plumbing Examiners, Prescribing their Duties, Authorizing the Issuance of License Certificates and Regulating the Construction, Installation, and Alteration of Plumbing, House Drainage, Gas Piping, Gas-Heaters, Sewers, Septic ! Tanks and Cess Pools in the City of Redlands and Providing for the Issuance of Per- , mits Therefor" ; and Ordinance No. 831, Amending Ordinance No. 670, Entitled "An Ordinance of the City of Redlands Fixing the Duties and Powers of the City Electrician, Regulating) the Installation, and Providing for the Inspection of Same" , all introduced at the L '2O5� regular meeting of March 18. 1942, were read and each adopted by the following vote : j Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krum, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter. Noes : None. Ordinance No. 832, Establishing an Auxiliary Fire Force and Providing for its Duties and Control, Ordinance Na. 833, Establishing an Auxiliary Police Force and Providing for, its Duties and Control , and Ordinance No. 834 Establishing an Air Raid Warden Service and Providing for its Control, were presented by the Attorney, discussed and continued for further consideration. Upon motion of Councilman Krum, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unan- imously adopted, Ray F. Canterbury was appointed Chief Air Raid Warden under the Chief of Police. EMPLOYEE . Councilman Krum questioned the fact that City employees were given a 85.001 Ilper month increase in salary and Dr. Phelps had been forgotten. Councilman Clapp ( stated that Dr. Phelps ' name was held in abeyance for the present pending a check with the State Compensation Insurance Fund as to the amount of compensation he is now drawing for •partial disability. RECREATION BUILDINGS . Councilman Clapp reported the Recreation buildings practically completed, ( presenting a demand for a balance now due of $1,354.00, which was ordered paid upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, with Councilman Rees voting "No". Mayor Gunter declared concentrating of the play ground a nice piece of work and a distinct improvement to the City. The Engineer was directed to check with Councilman Clapp to determine whether a bill for extras for approximately $$58.00 should be paid. FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT Engineer Hinckley sought action of the Council relative to payment of v$564.27 to the County of San Bernardino for labor and equipment rental for repairing the south bank of the Santa Ana River. The matter was referred to Councilmen Rees, Clapp and Fletcher to check with the Engineer and make their report and recommendation at the next meeting. BUILDING INSPECTOR Building Inspector Cooper asked for and was granted permission to have a case made for filing his blue prints, plans, etc. at an approximate cost of $35_.00. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. II jl No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : egCT City Clerk Mayor of the C ty of Redlands, California. Clay4-4-4.Q.. 44-‘4.4. 511 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - r 206 Redlands, California April 3. 1942 Nine O'clock, A. M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, regularly called by the Mayor and held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Krumm, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter, Deputy ,l Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley and Treasurer Tripp. The Mayor called the meeting to order--the Attorney stated that the meeting had been called by Mayor Gunter pursuant to hie authority, and that every Councilman had been duly served on April 2nd, 1942, with a written notice of the time, place and purpose of the meeting for consideration of the sale of gravel, sand and rock from City owned property in Mill Creek Wash (Santa Ana River property near the City Owned Sewer Plant) to the Triangle Rock & Gravel Company. Neal 0. Baker, one of the co-partners of the Triangle Rock & Gravel Com- pany, was present, and the proposed agreement was discussed at length. The Mayor and Attorney reported that the Company had resected the former offer of the City, as approved at the April 1st meeting. Councilman Krumm moved, seconded by Clapp, that the City enter into an Agreement with said Company in. substantially the form as presented by the attorney, after the following amendments be added thereto, a covenant requiring the said Company to carry protective insurance on behalf of the City, that the well or wells be left intact, and that payments be made monthly forty days in arrears. No further business being on the agenda for the special meeting, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : Cityitt# Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. V 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California April 15. 1942 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Fletcher, Mayor Gunter, Deputy Clerk � Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Cooper, Police Chief Morrison and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilman Krumm. The minutes of the regular meeting of April 1, 1942 and Special Meeting of April 3, 1942, were read and approved. The Mayor called the meeting to order and stated that the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. 2.07-1 ------ - - -- - -- -- -.- - T -'----- ----- --._.--- - -------- - __- ---_----- - -. - FREEWAY - State Highway Route 26, 1 Roy Jones , of the Department of Public Works, State Highway Office, considered with the Council a proposed freeway with respect to State Highway Route 26, from the north line of Fern Avenue to the East City Limits--ingress and egress to be only at the main streets of Fern, Cypress, Palm and Highland. State to acquire 1 ingress and egress from the property owners--old Roosevelt Road to revert back to the City as a City street. Attorney Wilson presented and read the proposed Freeway 1 y Agreement, and Resolution No. 565 authorizing the said Agreement was unanimously adopted, upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the Mayor and Clerk to sign the necessary papers on behalf of the City, copy of the appvved map to be returned for filing. KEEP BEES g. A. Moore addressed the Council--speaking favorably toward the keeping I ' of bees in the south part of town and introduced Logan Kindscher, bee keeper, who I urged the Council to allow bees to be kept within the City since the Government is urging bee men to produce as much honey as possible. The discussion arising over anI application of Wm. E. Shuman, 915 Orange St. , to keep bees in Crescent Heights, same , having been denied by the Police Department. Attorney stated the case was now before II �, the Judge and Mayor Gunter said after talking with the complainant she was about to 11111 give consent to allow them to remain until after the orange blossom season. No definite action was taken. STATE GUARD Robbins Russel, of the California State Guard, sought Council aid in securing locker space for the men, stating the inconvenience to all concerned in 1 keepingtheir arms in the Police Department . Suggested locker space could be had at the Y.M.C. A. at an approximate cost to the City of 4600.00, that the men would pay their own fee of $1.00 per month. He stated that unless they could get organized, no doubt the City would lose Company "E" , and that they should have locker space at it the drill area. Councilman Rees moved that Councilmen Clapp and Fletcher contact a L Committee from the Y.M.C.A. and State Guards to see what could be worked out and I make their recommendation to this Council at the next meeting, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted. TRIANGLE ROCK & GRAVEL COMPANY Attorney Wilson presented an e xecuted agreement between the City and the Triangle Rock & Gravel Company, together with the Insurance Policy protecting the City in this matter. Upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman I Clapp, duly adopted, both were accepted and ratified. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: 1 From the Automobile Club of Southern California suggesting a five-point 1 program of automobile and tire conservation; From the War Production Board suggesting that a preference rating be secured before advertising or letting a contract ; 208 From City of Upland notifying us of the Citrus Belt Division of the League' I of California Cities meeting in that City on April 24, 1942. RESIGNATION Communication from James Spaulding, tendering his resignation as a member of the Police Department, was presented, accepted and ordered filed, upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. REPORTS Reports of the Health Department and Laboratory tests for the month of March, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of April 14, 1942, ! was presented and ordered filed: "After due consideration and inspection of the premises motions were duly made, seconded and carried, recommend- ' ing that the Council grant the following petitions : Petition of S. A. Skinner, dated April 2nd, 1942, requesting permission to remove a Palm Tree on North side of Laurel Avenue at the Southeast corner of his grove. and Petition of Edna May Anthon and Frederick Anthon for a Permit to operate a Flower Shop at their residence at 1143 Orange Street. The following recommendation was duly made, seconded and carried with respect to the G. S. Kagley, F. W. Huish and Dale L. Pence Petition to remove Eucalyptus trees on Cedar Street, West of Center Street, dated April 4th, 1942. That the corner Eucalyptus tree be removed, at the SW corner of Center and Cedar; that the Eucalyptus tree adjacent to the telephone pole in front of 720 Cedar be removed, and that the Acacia tree on S. side of Cedar be removed." li The recommendation of the Commission relative to tree removal petition of S. A. Skinner was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Rees; seconded by Councilman Fletcher; The recommendation of the Commission relative to petition of Edna May and Frederick Anthon to operate a flower shop, was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Rees. Tree petition of Kagley-Huish-Pence was laid over until next meeting pend- ing investigation by Council members. AMUSEMENT SHOW The Clerk presented an oral request of C. A. Maccubbin to change the date of the Amusement show for benefit of the Spanish American War Veterans , from the week of May 10th to the period May 5-10, 1942, which was unanimously granted. RIGHT OF WAY Southern California Edison Company Engineer Hinckley sought action of the Council relative to granting of an easement to the Southern California Edison Company over a portion of the IV* of Section 9, Two. 1S, R 3W, a right of way to construct, use and maintain an electric line to the new Triangle Rock & Gravel Company plant, which was unanimously granted, , upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. Mayor and Clerk were authorized to sign the necessary papers. :-20 BOYD - LAW SUIT Attorney Wilson reported the Boyd law suit against the City had been postponed one month. 1 DEMAND - CLAIM Councilman Clapp presented a demand for $56.79 to =Farnsworth, Straisinger & Pullen, contractors for the new Recreation buildings, and moved that it be paid, cleaning everything up to date, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, and duly approved, with Councilman Rees voting "No" . Councilman Clapp also stated there would be another bill for finishing and painting the seats for approximately $45.00. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : 0� I City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. - li 0 - 0 - 0 0 - -0 - Redlands, California April 21, 1942 Two O' clock, P. M. Pursuant to statute and adjournment on April 15, 1942, the City Council SII of the City of Redlands , met in adjourned regular session at the regular Place of 'meeting.. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter, Deputy City Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp. li Absent : Councilman Krumm, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Cooper,` Police Chief Morrison and Fire Chief Thomas. The Mayor called the meeting to order and the reading of the minutes oft the last regular meeting was deferred until the next meeting. til DEFENSE COUNCIL Mayor Gunter reported upon his attendance of the State Defense Council I Meeting, in Los Angeles, April 16-17, 1942; and spoke briefly relative to installation of a telephone in the Air Raid Shelter at the Post Office. No further business, the meeting adjourned for canvass of the returns ! of election. RESOLUTION DECLARING REMILT OF ELECTION This being the time fixed by statute and notice of election for canvass II ii ing the returns of the Municipal Election held on April 14, 1942, the Council pro- ceeded to tally the votes of twenty-one (21) absent voters and to canvass the 1 returns, after which the following Resolution was unanimously adopted : 210 " WHEREAS, a general municipal election was held and conducted in the City of Redlands, on Tuesday, the 14th day of April, 1942, as required by law, AND WHEREAS, it appears that notice of said election was duly and legally given, that voting precincts were properly established, that election officers were i appointed and election supplies furnished, andtthat in all respects said election was held and conducted and the votes cast thereat received and canvassed, and the returns;; ' thereof, made, determined and declared in time, form and manner as required by the general laws of the state providing for and regulating municipal elections in cities of the fifth and sixth class, AND WHEREAS, the City Council of said City met at the council chamber 1, thereofon Tuesday, the 21st day of April, 1942, at two o' clock P. M. , to canvass the returns of said election; and whereas the council finds as a result of said canvass ; that the number of votes cast, the names of the persons voted for, and other matters ' required by law, to be as hereinafter stated, now therefore it is hereby RESOLVED, determined and declared as follows : That said general municipal election was held and conducted in the City of Redlands, on Tuesday, the 14th day of April, 1942, in time, form and manner as required by law. That there were 18 voting precincts established in said City for the pur- pose of holding said election, numbered A to R inclusive, a consolidation of the regular election precincts 1 to 36, established for holding state and county elections. That the whole number of votes cast in said City of Redlands at said election was 3261. That the names of the persons voted for, the offices for which they were voted, the number of votes received by each of said persons, in each of said pre- ;; Icincts, together with the whole number of votes which they received in the entire City, are as follows : 1 1 ' :1 211 CITY OF REDLANDS, CALIF. GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OFFICIAL, RETURNS April . 14, 1942. / ' / v / , / / / / / g rt. CONSOLIDATEp tiC etv �� wti * S * 2 PRECINCT �.>w �4 X44 & �.? k ik' W Cv Gj kO i/q / i/ft Vr I "A" 1 & 9 . 168 159 • 71 164 2 200 "B" 2 & 5 133 122 49 120 153 I "C" 3 & 4 101 102 46 101 132 "D" 6 & 15 145 139 49 140 173 "E" 7 & 8 152 131 56 144 1 172 1 "F" 10 & 12 143 147 63 151 173 "G" 11 & 13 136 127 66 126 159 i I "H" 14 & 26 129 127 • 58 138162 "I" 16 & 19 149 151 65 152 183 1 "J" 17 & 18 176 160 82 197 211 I "K" 20 & 21 153 142 80 156 188 I "L" 22 & 29 166 175 89 169 213 , "M" 23 & 24 155 159 66 149 1 185 I"N" 25 & 27 153 150 74 140 181 I "0" 28a & 30 169 157 74 159 194 I 1 "P" 31 & 32 115 125 51 121 144 I I'I i "Q" 33 & 34 173 179 89 190 221 "R" 35 & 36 159 169 82 150 195 it ABSENT 18 21 4 20 21 TOTAL 269: 2642 1214 2667 1 a 1 3261 , 212 - - -- I RESOLVED, therefore, that at said general municipal election held in the it City of Redlands, April 14th. 1942, the following persons were elected to the following offices, respectively: F. S. Gunter was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of four years from and after Tuesday. April 21st , 1942, and until his successor is elected and qualified; E. T. Fletcher was elected a member of the City Council for the flail term , of four years from and after Tuesday, April 21st, 1942, and until his successor is , elected and qualified; Glenn W. Emmerson was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of four years from and after Tuesday. April 21st, 1942, and until his successor is elected and qualified; I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was i adopted by the City Council of the City of Redlands, at a meeting thereof held Tuesday, April 21st, 1942, by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Rees, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter Noes : None Absent : Councilman Krumm. Dated : April 21, 1942. r 1 . C. P. Hook, City Clerk By Sadie Mae Gray, deputy." . INSTALLATION Councilmen The Clerk at this time presented certificates of election of E. T. Fletcher, F. S. Gunter and Glenn W. Emmerson, and administered the oath of office to the Councilmen-elect. ORGANIZATION The next matter to consider was organization. The Clerk called the new Council to order, and by unanimous decision it was determined that the voting be by secret ballot. Councilman Clapp nominated G. R. Rees for Mayor , and Mayor Gunter nominated Glenn W. Emmerson. Nominations were closed upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, after which Councilman Emmerson declined the'' nomination. Councilman Clapp asked that a unanimous vote be cast for Councilman Rees for Mayor, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter and resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilman Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher and Mayor Gunter Noes : None Not Voting : Councilman Rees . L Mayor Gunter then turned the gavel over to Mayor-elect Rees, who thanked the members, for the honor; sought the co-operation of each Council member and pledged his best : efforts to a fair and just administration. Councilman Emmerson accepted the office of Councilman, and with each member of the Board pledged full support in a spirit of unity and harmony to go forward in the best interest of City Government. 2131 Councilman Gunter moved to adjourn to May 6, 1942, which was seconded by I I ' Councilman Fletcher and resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Gunter and Fletcher Noes : Councilmen Clapp and Emmerson The Mayor declared the motion lost. All members of the new Council then signed a written consent to hold a Council meeting for all general business and the same was filed with the Clerk. PLUNGE - Personnel Councilman Clapp recommended and moved that the personnel at Sylvan plunge i I for the coming season be as follows-- Manager Cecil Cushman Cashier Mrs . Ida M. Hubbard Guard Bob Brown Locker boyj Larry Long and Malcolm Smith Jr. Locker girl Betty Smiley Motion was seconded by Councilman Fletcher and duly adopted with Councilman Gunter voting "No" . POLICEMAN Owing to the fact that Policeman Scott was off duty on account of illness I and James Spaulding had resigned, Mayor Hees stated they were short handed in the I Police Department and recommended a Committee of Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson and Fletcher together with the Chief of Police be appointed with power to act , to go over the applications on file, and select a new policeman. The recommendation of the Mayor was unanimously adopted, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. RESOLUTION Re, Death of Paul W. Moore The Mayor announced the death of Paul W. Moore, Editor and Publisher of the Redlands Daily Facts, local newspaper, and the following Resolution was unanimously l' adopted: WHEREAS, Paul W. Moore, Editor of the Redlands Daily Facts, has passed from earthly labor to eternal rest, and WHEREAS, Redlands will miss his clear thought expressed these many years through the medium of his daily paper, and I ' I WHEREAS, He was ever deeply interested in all that concerned the welfare of our City--a man of the highest character II and fine personality, he will be greatly missed, and our deepest sympathy goes out to the family in their dark hour I of sorrow and great loss; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Resolution be made public record and spread upon the minutes of this meeting and copies given to the family. SALVAGE COMMITTEE Councilman Gunter stated he had received a communication from the State I Council of Defense relative to appointment of a salvage committee, and suggested it be handled through the Chamber of Commerce with Waldo Burroughs as Chairman, and Glenn W. Emerson, W. T. Ferguson, Henry L. Watson, L. H. Myers, and Paul Axtel as r214 members of the Salvage Committee of the City of Redlands under the Defense Council. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, the recommendation] of Councilman Gunter was unanimously approved. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. 111 Attest : ty ler dayor of he i y of Redlands, California 1 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I, Redlands, California One O 'clock P. M. April 30. 1942, A apecial meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands, California, .regularly called by the Mayor, and held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter, Emmerson, Fletcher and Mayor Rees, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building �I Inspector Cooper. Absent : Chief of Police and Fire Chief. ill The reading of the minutes .was deferred until next meeting. The Clerk presented a consent to hold the Council meeting, which was signed by all Council members. The Mayor called the meeting to order and announced it was for considera- tion of the plan: of the new Federal Housing Authority nroiect at the NE cor. Orange' Street and Lugonia Avenue, and any other City business. Architect Harnish, Engineer1'l Black and Harold M. Price, representatives of the Housing Authority, were present and explained the plans and types of buildings to be built, all in compliance with City building code regulations. Report of the Planning Commission meeting of April 29 , 1942, showing approval of the plans as submitted--details to be worked out by the City Council and Housing Authority, was presented and ordered filed, upon motion', of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Emmerson. Council members questioned the advisability of a jog in the extension of Delaware and Sixth Streets. After due ' consideration, Councilman Gunter moved that the City Council, Engineer and Building II ' Inspector make some little study of the plan as laid out before accepting it, which was lost for lack of a second. Architect Harnish urged immediate action by the Council in fairness to the Authority, that time was the essence at present--to make II new plans would cause delay. Councilman Gunter spoke of the agreement entered into by the City and Housing Authority whereby a certain number of buildings were to be demolished when new ones were erected. Engineer Black stated that part had been deferred for the duration of the war--although that contract still held. Engineer 1 Black suggested that action on the streets could be deferred at this time if they wished, whereupon Councilman Fletcher moved, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, that 215 the plan as presented by the Authority be accepted, leaving in abeyance for further decision, the alignment of Sixth and Delaware Streets and as regards curb line and paving, which was unanimously adopted. Mayor Rees appointed Councilmen Gunter, Emmerson, and Clapp to work out the road problem as to alignment of Sixth and Dela- ware Streets , and report to this Council . COMMUNICATIONS Communication from the War Production Board, relative to a campaign for salvage of scrap metal, rubber and rags , was read and ordered filed. Mayor Rees appointed Councilmen Gunter and Emmerson to work out a plan with the Salvage Committee and report to this Council. Communication from J. J. Prendergast, relative to a Water Supply Meeting in Riverside, May 1st, 1942, to name a co-ordinator for Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, was read and ordered filed. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, I seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, Mayor Rees and Engineer Hinckley were named to attend the Riverside meeting as representatives of the City. Communication from State Compensation Insurance Fund, stating no dividend was due the City since the accident cost had Increased, was presented and referred to,l' Councilmen Clapp and Fletcher for further study. APPLICATIONS Applications of Albert W. Thompson, for position on Police force ; and I Malcom Smith Jr. and Larry Lona for position of locker boy at Sylvan Plunge, were presented and ordered filed. Councilman Gunter asked and was granted permission to leave the meeting at this time. POLICEMAN jl Councilman Clapp reporting for the Committee appointed to hire a new I Policeman, stated Albert W. Thompson had been employed, effective May 1, 1942, for six months probationary period at a salary of 8125.00 per month. The action of the Committee was unanimously approved by the four members present. RECREATION BUILDINGS Councilman Emmerson sought explanation of a newspaper article relative to demolition of the old recreation buildings just north of the City Hall. Mayor Rees stated it was his impression that a Council action was necessary to destroy the buildings. Councilman Clapp voiced his opinion that possibly an appropriation of $1000 would repair the buildings and put them in a more desirable condition. Upon motion of Councilman Emmerson, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the matter was tabled until next meeting. ' STATIONERY Mayor Rees reported the printing of new stationery for the Council, which: was duly approved. III llsAi r 216 No further business demanding attention, the meeting adjourned. Attest : Cite, Mayor of the Ci y of Redlands, California. (711-412-424A - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - ,II I Redlands, California May 6 , 1942 , Two o 'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City. Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Gunter, Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher, and Mayor Rees,' deputy City Clerk Gray,, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Cooper, Treasurer Tripp, Police Chief Morrison, and Fire Chief Thomas. The minutes of the last regular meeting of April 15th, the adjourned regular meeting of April 21st, and the special meeting of April 30. 1942, were read and approved. The Mayor welcomed the large group of interested citizens present and announced the Council was now ready to hear from the Transportation Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, whereupon L. H. Myers spoke on behalf of the Committee, stress- ing the fact that something must be done at once relative to transportation between this area and the Army Air Corps Depot. He presented a map showing the, proposed bus route and communications urging that the Council pass a Resolution of Acceptance and a copy sent to the Railroad Commission after due consideration of the proposed route.; Councilman Emmerson moved that the Railroad Commission be contacted by this Council asking them to change the re-routing to connect with the air depot--,9cheduleq of busses to Accomodate traffic , which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted. The local problem of transportation inside the City itself to go to a Committee for study with the Transportation Committee of the Chamber of Commerce. RESIGNATIONS Mayor Rees stated the next problem for discussion was the resignations of , the three City employees-- Police Chief, Building Inspector and City Veterinarian. That there was no question as to their honesty and integrity - that the Council was interested in their executive ability and efficienet in the department. He stated the Council was now ready to hear from anyone wishing to express themselves in the ,, d 1 matter, whereupon C. M. Brown addressed the Council advising that the people of the community were entitled to know why this action was to be taken. Various citizens ' spoke on behalf of the three City employees, filing numerous letters and petitions signed by some two hundred names, which were read and ordered filed. Mr. Morrison spoke briefly of his 30 years service in the Police Department , stating he knew no 217 reason Inhy he should hand in his resignation, and Mr. Cooper gave a resume of the work accomplished in the Building Department under his supervision. RECREATION BUILDINGS Miss Maud M. Garland spoke relative to removal of the shelter used by the card players North of the City Hall, stating any additional money expended on these quarters could best be used on a new fire hall or new school rooms. Petition No. 4292, Harvey B. Carmichael, et al, protesting the moving to the new location, was presented, read and ordered filed. Mrs . Barry Dibble expressed surprise that the matter was brought up again, and Mayor Rees explained he felt it was necessary to have final action by the Council) to remove the buildings. Councilman Gunter moved that the petition be denied and the buildings demolished, which was seconded. by Councilman Emerson, unanimously adopted I, and so ordered. COMMUNICATIONS Communication from W. R. Johnson, resident manager for O'Melveny-Wagenseller and Durst offering for sale to the City a'certificate of deposit for $10,000.00 E.L.M.W. Co. 61/ bonds, was read and referred to Councilman Emmerson, Attorney Wilson' and Treasurer Tripp for investigation and recommendation to this Council. Communication from Engineer Hinckley relative to an exchange of water with A. J. Schott and B. Tench, was read and referred to Councilman Emmerson. Communication from Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference submitting a' statement for dues of 340.00 for the year 1942, was referred to Councilman Fletcher. Communication from the Automobile Club of California relative to type of street signs to be used, was read and ordered filed--Councilman Emmerson and Engineer Hinckley to make further investigation. i Resolution adopted by Townsend Club No. 2, pledging their support, was read)' and ordered filed. Communication from the Commonwealth Club of California, relative to collection, segregation and utilization of salvage materials, was read and referred • to Councilman Emmerson. Communication from the Mayor' of Cincinnati, relative to a tribute to the mothers on Mother' s Day, which was read and ordered filed. The idea met with approval P and upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the Council !� members go on record as sending a tribute of affection to all the mothers of the boys ' lin service through the press, was unanimously approved. Communication from the. California Water and Telephone Co. , enclosing a check for $1, 193. 59, covering franchise tax due the City for the year 19411 was presented and ordered filed, and the check turned over to the Treasurer. • Communication from the Division of Highways showing an estimated amount of $13,240.00 to accrue during the fiscal year ending June 30, 1943 from the 1/ Gas Tax i r Fund for Streets of Major Importance, was presented and ordered filed. Communication from the International Association of Electrical Inspectors relative to a membership in the organization was read and ordered filed. II `�I r"--218 APPLICATIONS The following applications were presented and' ordered filed: Frank H. Reynolds for Building Insp�ector I, I - U fi F. B. Matthis 11 II Alfred George Blair for Policeman Bermanerrit Katie, Jr. " It eKatje " " ,l Gerald Jack Deen " " George Foster " 9 REPORTS Reports of the City Judge and Laboratory tests for the month of April, 11942, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING. COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of May 5, 1942 . was presented and ordered filed: "The Board inspected the premises and considered the following applications and made the following recommendations with respect thereto : That the Application of A. H. Handman for permission to remove twelve trees on the West side of Redlands Street on his grove, be granted. That the Application of E. L. Green for permission to . remove two Chinaberry trees at 404 Brookside Ave. , be denied. That the Application of ]Manuel Avila, for permission to remove two Olive trees in front of 504 Texas Street be granted providing two ash or locust trees were replanted. " , The recommendations of the Planning Commission were unanimously approved. DEMANDS - CLAIMS 11 Demand of Farnsworth, Straisinger and Pullen for $45.25 in completion of the recreation buildings; and Otto Knudsen for $168.00, were presented and ordered paid. Mariutfl Martinez, janitor at the Hall of Justice, was ordered placed on the day labor pay roll. Demand for $564.27 by the County of San Bernardino for material and equip- ment rental for completion of the work on the South bank of the Santa Ana River between Church and Judson ,Streets, was presented and ordered paid in full, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted. MISCELLANEOUS The following items were ordered stricken from the agenda until opened again by this Council :. Bast Stuart Avenue Extension; Purchase of a Street Sweeper; Last Lugonia Avenue improvement ; Street Lighting at Crossings. WEGER PROPERTY Building Inspector Cooper reported the signing of the final acceptance of the completion of demolition of the Weger estate property on West Highland Avenue. IRVINE SUIT City Attorney reported the probability of the Irvine Suit being settled within the next month and believed the prover settlement had been worked out. 211 STATE GUARD Councilman Clapp reported that investigation had been made relative to locker space for the state Guard at the Y.M.C.A. , but no definite arraigements had yet been made. The matter was continued for further study. SIXTH AND DELAWARE STREETS A recommendation of the Committee relative to re-alignment of Sixth and Delaware Streets was presented, read and unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. SALVAGE MATERIAL Councilman Gunter reported tentative arrangements had been made for salvage materials to be dumped at the City yard, Mr. Kanady to act as custodian and salesman- funds to be credited against Defense items paid by the City. APPOINTMENTS Mayor Rees stated the next matter for consideration by the Council was appointment of the appointive officers and employees--whereupon Councilman Clapp moved the following appointments be made : Fire Chief E. R. Thomas City Engineer Geo. S. Hinckley Cemetery Sup't . W. A. Hartman F Park Sup ' t . W. T. Ferguson I City Attorney Paul B. Wilson hand that the offices of the Chief of Police, Building Inspector and City Veterinarian be declared vacant, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher and further discussion, was entered into. Councilman Gunter suggested that perhaps they were acting too hastily and felt that no action should be taken without reconsideration. Council members feeling', this was not the place to discuss the personal affairs of those in question, Council- man Gunter moved the Council adjourn for an executive session at this tine for further consideration, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adcp g . I' Council reconvened and the Clerk again read the motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, relative to the appointments, and roll call resulted as follows: ii Ayes : Councilmen Gunter, Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher and Mayor Rees. Noes : None. The feasibility of retaining Mr. Morrison in the Denartment was referred to Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson and Gunter. The applications for Building Inspector were referred to Councilmen Fletcher, (Gunter and Mayor Rees for thorough study and recommendation at the next meeting. COMMISSIONERS The Mayor presented his list of Committee assignments, as follows : Mayor Rees - Purchasing Agent, Finances . Councilman Emmerson - Water . Streets . Shop. Councilman Clapp - Police, City Judge, Health & Sanitation, Unemployment Relief ; Recreation, Charirt°ies . , Councilman Fletcher - Cemetery, Building and Building Dept. , Ordinances. Councilman Gunter S Fire Dent„Barka. Fr- 220 Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, 'seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the recommendation ! oft he Mayor was unanimously approved. � ISI BOWL 111The Mayor presented the oral request of Mrs. Mullen for use Of the bowl 1 each Tuesday and Friday evening beginning June 16th, 1942 until after Labor Day, for Community Music nr ograms, which met with unanimous approval of the Council. The Elks were granted permission to use the bowl for Flag Day exercises on the afternoon of June 14th. Citizens Committee was granted permission to use the bowl for benefit of Army and Navy. DEFENSE Purchase of Air Raid Warning siren was referred to Councilmen Fletcher and Gunter to work with the Fire Chief. P Mayor Rees reported that the Southern California Gas Company would pay for a phone in the control center, which was unanimously accepted. Mayor" Rees presented the request of Bruce McDaniel for a buzzer in the control room, at an approximate cost of $1. 50; and For lights on the incoming phones at an approximate cost of $4.50 for each phone--the bells to be taken out and lights installed. The buzzer and lights were approved and so ordered by unanimous vote of the Council. If II UNEMPLOYMENT RELIEF FUND Treasurer Tripp stated there was a little residue left in the Unemployment Relief Fund, which was ordered transferred to the General City Fund and the account closed. The matter of laboratory tests was referred to Councilmen Clapp , Emmerson and Mayor Rees for study and recommendation, Bills and salaries were ordered paid as annroved by the Finance Commissioner--warrant of W. E. Phelps was ordered held. No further business demanding attention, the meeting adjourned. Attest : -2/(5) � o C y ler :ayor of the C t ' of Redlands, California las44-4- 1114-4"-$17 I it - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - "0 - 0 - I` 1 I I 221 Red ands, California May 13, 1942 Two O'clock, P. M. Pursuant to adjournment, the City Council met in adjourned regular session, at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Gunter, Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher and Mayor Rees, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley. Mayor Rees explained the presence of and heartily welcomed the students as a part of "Youth Week" program, and thestudent officials took their places at the Council table. The student Clerk brought the meeting to order and called for I nominations for Mayor--Bill Quinn and Menases Soto were placed in nomination. By a secret ballot vote, Quinn received four votes and Soto one vote, and Quinn was declared elected. He assumed the Mayor' s chair and expressed his appreciation for II the honor, Student Clerk Hooper read the minutes of the last regular meeting, which were duly approved. The Mayor then announced that the Board was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present--no one responding, regular order of business was called for. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From the Veterans organizations of Redlands, requesting that the City underwrite the expense of a public address system, programs, etc. for memorial day services on May 30th, which was unanimously approved: it From William G. Moore in appreciation of Councilmen's expression of _ympathy at the recent death of his father; From Kiwanis Club relative to the appointment of a Chief of Police, which was referred to Councilmen Clapp, Fletcher and Mayor Rees for study; From Andrew G. Blomiqui§t, Policeman, tendering his resignation to Join the 11 Army, which was accepted -- he to be given two weeks pay in addition to his earned salary and earned vacation, and his job to be held until after the war. � I From W. W. Fenton, M. D. , County tion and Health Officer, relative to milk inspec- testing by the County, at no cost to the City, which was temporarily accepted it upon 'motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Fletcher; t From C. G. Hilliard, M. D. , tendering his resignation as member of the City Board of Health, which was unanimously accepted, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. Communications from the Division of Highways showing the estimated appor- tionment of 41 gas tax funds available for Streets of Major Importance for the fiscal ) year ending June 30, 1943; also From the Division of Highways relative to road construction. 1 FREEWAY AGREEMENT it Duly executed copy of the Freeway Agreement entered into between the City_ II and State, covering a portion of State Highway Route 26, was presented and ordered r PPr-222 ff �� IL filed. APPLICATION The application of Oscar Christensen for position of Building Inspector wash ' presented and ordered filed. I REPORT y Report of the City Health Department for the month of April, 1942, was presented and ordered filed. CIVILIAN DEFENSE Councilman Clapp reporting for the Committee relative to locker space at lthe Y. M. C._,. for State Guard, recommended and moved that the X. M. C,_ 1. be re- 1 imbursed to the extent of ,$40,00 per month from City funds, which was seconded by ; Councilman Fletcher. Other Council members _questioned this expenditure, feeling this, was a State and not a City obligation--Company "E" being a volunteer organization and!( II ( only acting upon call. After further consideration, Councilman Clapp moved that the IY. M. C. A, be re-imbursed to the extent of $40.00 per month for the expense of Company "E" until the State assumed such expense, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, and unanimously adopted as amended. Councilman Fletcher reported that a special Air Warning device was to be II Idemonstrated in Los Angeles, aid he would like to investigate further. The matter r was referred back to the Committee for report later. An extension phone was ordered placed in the Air Raid Shelter at the Post Office at a cost of $1.50 for installation and a charge of 41.00 per month„ Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the telephone bill for the Air Warning Post since December 7, 1941, was ordered paid, same to be placed on the regular monthly City bill for the duration. BUILDING INSPECTOR ' I Councilman Fletcher stated the applications for Building Inspector had been given due consideration, the applicants interviewed, and recommended and moved that the application of Oscar Christensen be accepted, which was seconded by Councilman i I ,Clapp, unanimously adopted, with the proviso that he be on probation for a period of 1six months at a salary of $180.00 per month. PURCHASE - E.L.M.W.C. bonds. A report of the Committee, advising the investment of Cemetery Endowment Funds in East L Ionia Mutual Water Com.an, bonds, was read and referred to the 11 Cemetery Commissioner for further recommendation. 11 PIANO - AUDITORIUM Councilman Fletcher reported the removal of the piano from the Auditorium belonging to Mr. Koelsche, stating one could be purchased at a cost of from $75 to $150. The matter was referred to Councilmen Fletcher, Emmerson and Rees for investi- gation. 11 Bills were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. II No further business demanding attention, n mo ' meeting adjourned. Attest : 641119 rk - ay r of the C' y of Redlands, California 9 � ate. 1 223 Redlands, California May 20, 1942, Two Otclock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Gunter, Emmerson and Mayor Rees, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Christiansen. Absent : Councilmen Clapp and Fletcher and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. POLICE Mayor Rees spoke of the need of another Police patrolman, as the Department was now short handed, and that Police Commissioner Clapp recommended the appointment of ) verette Dawes to the position. The recommendation of the Commissioner was unan- imously approved, effective as of this date for a six months probationary period at $125.00 per month. Mayor Rees submitted the following list of twenty-one additional Special Deputy Police, approved by Commissioner Clapp and E. E. Runkel : Fred Goodman C. C. Newland M. M. Maxwell Glen Hardwick J. E. Johnson, Alvin .Simpkins Jr. Jas. T. Reedy Loyd D. Childers Garner Osdick 4Egbert Gross 0. A. West Lorne MacCartney jl ' J. R. Reese Howard D. Bristol Hubert `Street Harold A. Erne Daniel Field Fred W. Gowland Jack Iahn Ray J. Herman Delbert Fowler ij After due consideration, the list as presented was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, under direction of the Chief lof Police, and authorized to go on duty along w ith the regular officers for instruc- Itions and actual experience. WATER EXCHANGE - SCHOTT A. J. Schott sought Council action relative to exchange of City water for Bear Valley water, Ahich was considered briefly and referred to Water Commissioner 1, Emmerson for further study and report. COMMUNICATIONS Communications from Division of Highways, relative to types of warning 111 signs, lights and devices to be placed upon highways; and From the Division of Highways showing a revised estimated apportionment of 4d gas tax allocation for Streets of Major Importance, were presented and referred to! Street Commissioner and Engineer. From the American Legion Post No. 106, requesting the participation of City' officials, Fire and Police Departments in the Memorial Day parade, was ordered filed.,ll and upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, unanimously I adopted, the Fire Chief was authorized to place such equipment as he sees fit in the parade. j I x224 From the American Legion Post No. 1062 asking that the Field piece now located in Sylvan Park be installed at some point adjacent to the City Hall, which was ordered filed, and the matter referred to the Park and Building Commissioners. HEALTH BOARD Resignation of D. C. Mock from the City Board of Health was presented, accented and ordered filed. Two members having resigned and Commissioner Krumm no '' longer on this Board, Councilman Gunter moved the appointment of the following to they City Board of Health: F. H. Folkins, M. D. Samuel Zelman, M. D. Maurice Clapp Geo. S. Hinckley ' which was seconded by Councilman Emmerson, unanimously approved. APPLICATIONS The following applications were presented and ordered filed: Lucille Brodersen for clerical work Robert Stockham for police officer Wealey Dorman for police officer Lot Vickers for position of Chief of Police. REPORTS Reports of the Treasurer for the month of April, 1942, and laboratory tests ' Ifor the first s art of May, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. it The Treasurer reported a better balance than usual in the Treasury at this ;i time of the year--$141,216 for this year as compared to $120.143 for 1941. u Building Inspector Christiansen reported that the Housing Authority was unable to secure the desired materials for use in their new project at the NE corner Orange and Lugonia. The matter was left for his approval. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of May 19, 1942, wash 'presented and ordered filed: "Petition of F. P. Morrison to remove old pepper trees on E. side of Somers St. , from Palm Ave. to north - about 15 trees, was on motion, duly seconded and carried, granted by unanimous vote. Petition of Mrs. H. A. Mills to remove two olive trees on S. side of Olive Ave. , east of San Mateo St. was, on motion, duly seconded and carried, unanimously granted." The recommendations of the Planning Commission were unanimously approved, upon motion 1, of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Emmerson. ORIENTAL AVENUE SWIMMING POOL The manner of operation of the Oriental Avenue Swimming Pool the coming season was considered briefly and referred to Councilmen Gunter and Clapp with power Ili to act, upon motion of Councilman Emmerson, seconded by Mayor Rees. ` PROCLAMATION - Salvage Week I� I The matter of a Salvage Week program was considered briefly, and upon ' motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, the Mayor was author- I! ized and directed to issue a proclamation, setting aside the week of May 22 to 29J 11942, inclusive, for the "Salvage for Victory Drive", -- City trucks to be used in 225 the collection of materials placed at the curb. RECREATION BUILDINGS Councilman Gunter presented the need of ,awnings for the new recreation buildings, and moved the purchase of three awnings at this time at a cost of approx- imately $50-$55, which was seconded by Councilman Emmerson, unanimously adopted. PARKING Councilman Gunter questioned the advisability of allowing parking on both ' sides of the driveway through the park west of Grant Street and suggested it be limited to one side only. The matter was referred to the Police Commissioner and acting Chief of Police with power to act. IGO - Exchange of Properties Communication from D. Rhea Igo, relative to exchange of properties in Mill Creek, was presented and referred to Water Commissioner Emmerson for further study and report to this Board. II MISCELLANEOUS Purchase of an Air Warning Siren, dies lost by H. Geddes in the City Hall , fire, and purchase of a piano for the City Hall Auditorium were discussed and con- tinued for further action. dills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission- ' ommission- con- : No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. '� I I Attest : City layoroPth4ityof Redlands, California. II Lae 6tsr(t - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California June 3, 1942 Two o'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. ' I Present : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Christensen, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas, and Acting Police Chief Peterson. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved.. ' T.he Mayor stated the Council was ready to bear from anyone having matters to present TRANSPORTATION jL. H. Myers, Secretary of the local Chamber of Commerce, considered with, the Council the matter of transportation facilities to the Third Street Depot, stat- ing there were several housing projects ready to start p nding approval of a it A r226 transportation route and suggested a telegram be sent to the Ratlrnad Cnmmtaainn urging linmediate action be taken. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, the Mayor was empowered to send the 11 telegram as suggested. 1 STATE EMPLOYMENT OFFICE Secretary Myers spoke briefly of the inconvenience to approximately four 11 11 ,hundred citizens when the local State Employment Office was closed, requiring them I to go to San Bernardino for certification, and stated office space could be provided I at the local Chamber of Commerce building. After due consideration, a motion by Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Gunter, that this Council aid the Chamber, of Commerce in getting a representative from the San Bernardino office for at least two days per week to come to Redlands, was unanimously adopted, the Mayor and Clerk authorized and directed to write the office in San Bernardino accordingly. 1 CO-ORDINATING COUNCIL — d Communication from the Co-ordinating Council recommending the appointment 1 1 of a Committee to study, and possibly appoint an officer to handle, the juvenile problem in Redlands, was read and ordered filed. Mrs Arthur Jacobsen, representa- I tive of the P.T.A. on the Co-ordinating Council. and Mrs. Smiley, President of the Co-ordinating Council, were present, recommended establishing a recreation program, II under proper supervision stating Supt. Branigan had offered his co-operation. Coun- cil members feeling that such a program was definitely needed, the Mayor appointed Councilmen Clapp and Fletcher to investigate and bring their recommendation to this Board at the next meeting. LIME-ACACIA CLOSING Dr. L. J. Perez De Alarid and Mr. David Parry addressed the Council, asking' j that further action be taken relative to the closing of a portion of Lime and Acacia 1 Avenue in Terracina Annex, petition for closing said streets having been granted on February 18, 1942. They were informed that nothing further would be done by the City', until the necessary funds for advertising, etc. were deposited with the City EngineerL COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From Jos. A. Shires, Denver, Colorado, relative to laundrying the weather; From League of California Cities, news letter No. 3, for April-May., 1942 : From Contemporary Club, relative to appointment of a Chief of Police, which Il was referred to the Committee now acting in that capacity; From the Redlands Foothill Groves relative to the various pools for awe Il fruit and oranges this season, which was referred to the Cemetery Commissioner; From the Chamber of Commerce asking that a $1500 appropriation for the Chamber be included in the 1942-43 City budget, which was laid over until budget making time. Communications from G. E. Mullen and Harry E. Donnell and Associates, relative to an audit of the City books for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1942, were read and ordered filed. 227 APPLICATIONS Applications for Max Taylor and Gus Copley for position on the Police force were presented and ordered filed. REPORTS Reports of the City Judge, Fire, Police, Hui.lding and Health Departments and City Treasurer for the month of May, 1942, and laboratory testa for the Latter part of May, 1942 were presented and ordered filed. Report of the Defense Council meeting of June 2, 1942, was presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION 1 ail The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of June 2, 1942 it was presented and ordered filed: "The University of Redlands ' Petition for permission to remove a small palm tree in front of the old Casa Loma Property near the corner of Alta and E. Colton was considered and upon motion duly made, seconded and carried it was recommended that the City Council grant said petition." The recommendation of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved. DEFENSE COUNCIL - Telephones Mayor Rees sought Council approval of the hook-up of the mag erg to phones from the control center to the Fire Department, to the Police Department and to the it II I nimously approved Medical center in the Zost Office, which were unaupon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. It being the general understanding 'I'� of Council members that the Telephone Company would pull an extension cable into then'( ' Post Office without cost to the City_, a motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that a request for such an extension for a secondary Auxiliary Station in the basement of the Post Office, be made, was unanimously appromes,. Payment by the City of the extension of the Post Office phone to the Air Raid Warden Post in the Post Office basement was considered and upon motion of ICouncilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the phone be transferred to ; the Medical Center, was unanimously approved. PROPERTY CUSTODIAN Moving of the State Guard headquarters was discussed and Councilman Gunter moved that Treasurer Tripp be made custodian of all equipment purchased by the City li of Redlands for use of the State Guards and of all materials purchased for Defense use, to have same proper y marked and an inventory be maintained in his office, ' which was seconded by Councilman Emmerson, unanimously adopted. He was authorized to have the proper receipts prepared and to request that one be signed for materials I' ' (land supplies given out. DEMANDS Demand from Allied Radio Corporation, Chicago, Ill. , in the amount of $81.63 for radio equipment in the State Guard headquarters , was presented and II ii Pr-22E3 referred to Treasurer Tripp for further investigation. Demand from Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference for membership dues for the calendar year 1942, in the amount of $40.00. was ordered paid upon � motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Demand for April salary of Dr. W. E. Phelps in the amount of $75.00 was ordered paid, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. Councilman Clapp recommended and moved the re-imbursement to the extent of I $5.00 to Z. A. Marsh for use of his car in picking up animals, in addition to his regular bill of $36.00 for the month, which was seconded by Mayor Rees, unanimously ! approved. ORDINANCES Ordinance No. 832, Establishing an Auxiliary Fire Force and Providing for I its Duties and Control; Ordinance No. 833, Establishing an Auxiliary Police Force and Providing for its Use and Control; Ordinance No. 834 Establishing an Air Raid Warden Service and Providing for Its Control, were Introduced, the reading waived, and laid over under the rules, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman\Gunter. IRVINE SUIT Attorney Wilson reported that considerable study had been made of the Irvine Suit, pending since 1932, and believed it was now in fine shape. Engineer Hinckley presented and explained maps showing areas on which water could be spread land diversion points for surface water, also a chart showing the amount of water spread in several years past and the amount of restriction that will be imposed under the stipulation. The opinion of Surr & Bolivar, was read and ordered filed. Attor- I, ney Wilson stated he felt this was a good compromise for this district and presented t fol1lowing )Resolution effecting a compromise settlement of the matter which was duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes : Councilmen Clapp., Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees. Noes : None. ��###gee Page 230. The Mayor and Clerk were authorized and directed to sign the necessary papers effect- I Ding said compromise settlement. Attorney Wilson presented a demand for $850.00 by ,Surr & Hellyer, for ' services rendered in the Irvine Suit, which was ordered paid, upon motion of Council- man Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved, same to be charged to the General Fund-Water Department. FRUIT PACKING a� The Clerk read a report of the Committee relative to handling of fruit from ( the City groves, whereby it was recommended that the fruit be rotated among the different houses in the City, which was unanimously approved as the policy of the. :229� City, ,upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. PIPE LINE Mrs. Shipman addressed the Council in request for City Water just North of , Colton Avenue near Tippecanoe, stating there would be about six other families wanting to take water too. Mr. Hinckley stated it would need about 1600 feet of pipe to connect with the closest line and there would be danger of overloading the line. After due consideration, Councilman Emmerson and Engineer Hinckley were directed to make a: study and report back to this Council, owing to the fact that the !I line was now almost up to the maximum. AIR WARNING SIRENS Purchase of Air Warning Sirens was considered briefly but no action taken at this time, notice having been received of a demonstration to be held June 8th at Whittier College and Council members signified their intention of attending, EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY BONDS ,Purchase of East Lugonia Mutual Water Company Bonds as an investment by the Cemetery-Endowment Fund was again considered, and upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the recommendation of the Committee presented on May 13, 1942 was unanimously approved. CHIEF OF POLICE Considerable discussion with respect to appointment of a .permanent or C temporary e porary Police Chief was entered into and owing to the increase Sn De erase activ- ities, it was deemed necessarythat a Chief of the Department be appointed at this PP time, whereupon Commissioner Clapp moved that A. 0. Peterson be appointed Chief of the Police Department, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unaniriasly aoproveA,I Councilman Emmerson moved that further investigation regarding a Chief of Police_for the City of Redlands be continued, which was unanimously approved. PIANO Councilman Fletcher reported the investigation of a piano for the City Hall Auditorium and recommended the purchase of a Steinway_ilpKight from IL S. HolleiI, for $125.00, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved. FIELD PIECE A recommendation of the Committee relative to moving a field niece from Sylvan Park to the City Hall Park was read by the Clerk, whereby it was deemed best to place this cannon in the Northeast corner of the ,grounds facing Cajon Street, which was unanimously approved upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Council- man Emmerson. IGO - Property Exchange Councilman Emmerson reported that he and Engineer Hinckley had investigated the proposed exchange of property with D. Rhea Igo in Mill Creek Canyon and recommend- ed the offer be tentatively accepted, which was seconded by Mayor Rees, unanimously I, r23Q adopted, the Attorney_to work out all details and report back to this Council. SCHOTT - Exchange of Water Commissioner Emmerson stated he was not prepared to make a recommendation relative to exchange of water with A. J. Schott and the matter was laid on the table for further study. bADMINISTRATOR OF DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION Mayor Rees recommended the appointment of Volney C. Kincaid as Local Administrator of Defense Transportation, which was unanimously approved and the SII Clerk was directed to notify Mr. Kincaid accordingly. CITY BOARD OF HEALTH Mayor Rees recommended the appointment of Dr. Charles J. Clock to the local Board of Health, which was unanimously approved and the Clerk directed to so it i a notify Dr. Clock. MAP-Closing Cemetery Roadways The Engineer presented a map closing certain roadways in Hillside Cemetery which was unanimously accepted upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Council- 1 man Fletcher, and the Mayor and Clerk directed to sign same for and on behalf of the City. PLUNGE Commissioner Gunter reported the need of certain repair work at Sylvan 11 Plunge and the employment of one more guard. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the operation of the concession, by the administration was authorized and the Commissioner was directed to spend the Accessary funds to put the poo . in condition for the summer season. Employment of James Barker for work in the Park Department under super- I; vision of W. T. Ferguson was duly authorized. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance ( Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. d Attest : C ti 'y ' lerk yor of the C ty of 'Aedlfinds, California. ######See Page 228. WHEREAS, the lawsuit, The Irvine Company, plaintiff, vs Water Conservation Association, City of Redlands, et al. , has been pending in the United States District Court, Southern District of California, Central Division, Case No. Y-36-M Equity, and whereas a stipulation has been prepared and agreed upon by the parties thereto and approved by the Ii 231 legal counsel for this city and the city engineer, a copy of which stipulation is attached hereto, and whereas this agreement would settle and effect a compromise of litigation, and whereas such con- promise and stipulation has been read and duly considered by the City Council of the City of Redlands and has been found by the City Council to be a fair and reasonable settlement of the matter, and to the advantage of the City of Red- lands to agree thereto; it NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Redlands enter into said stipulation, and cause its cor- porate seal to be thereto attached, and that the Mayor, City Clerk and City Attorney are hereby authorized to execute the said stipulation on behalf of the City of Redlands. Engineer Hinckley testified, that .in his opinion, this agreement was a fair and reasonable settlement of this matter. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 Redlands, California June 10, 1942 Two o'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen C a r Clapp, Emerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees, • Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Christensen, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved with the proviso that the Resolution approving the Irvine Suit decision together with the testimony of the Engineer approving same be entered in full, PLUNGE Councilman Clapp moved that the Park Commissioner be authorized to hire the necessary personnel to man Sylvan Plunge the coming season and rem the =Lags, which was seconded by Councilman Emmerson, unanimously adopted. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Secretary and various members of the Board of Directors of the local Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council in a plea that favorable consideration bell given them in the way of an appropriation at budget making time, stating no other organization in town was devoting its entire time to the welfare of the community • and stressed the need of support by the Cites, They were assured that due considera- ' tion would be given. Housing facilities in the City were considered and upon motion of Council- 1 man Gunter, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, unanimously adopted, the Mayor was authorized and directed to send a letter to Donald M. Nelson, Chairman-War Production Board, joining with the Chamber of Commerce and County Defense Council in al effort 'Ili x232 to get the ban lifted on housing restrictions in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. PLUMBING ORDINANCE Building Inspector Christensen sought an interpretation by the Council and , 1 Attorney relative to the requirement of a bond. etc. , under Plumbing Ordinance No. 755. He was directed to enforce the Ordinance following its interpretation by the Attorney. JUVENILE - Recreation ' H. L. Watson, Chairman of the Recreation Committee of the Co-ordinating Council, spoke of the vital need of a supervised recreation program for the youth of Redlands--he was advised the matter was now in the hands of a Committee for study and recommendation to this Council. ,I TRANSPORTATION 'I Communication from the Railroad Commission of the State of California reia-1 tive to a conference to be held at the Court House in Riverside at 10 :00 A.M. , Thurs day, June 18th, for the purpose of discussing transportation of employees to and from II Camp Haan and March Field, was read and ordered filed. Telegram to Mayor Rees from California Railroad Commission, relative to a jl meeting at San Bernardino Courthouse at 1 :30 P. M. , June 19, 1942 , to further dis- Ih cuss transportation from Redlands and other communities to the Air Co �p� Depots was read and ordered filed. MEDICAL SUPPLIES - 0. C. D. Harold Harris presented a report of a conference with W. W. Fenton, M.P. , which was read and ordered filed, and considered with the Council the need for first aid equipment, stretchers, etc. , stating that such an appropriation might be ! necessary by the City. Council members felt the amount asked for was basic needs, ii items being necessary for first aid work, the matter was left for definite action khen making up the budget. ,BOARD OF HEALTH { Report of the meeting of the City Board of Health was read and ordered filed. The matter of a City nurse was discussed and upon motion of Councilman PFletcher, seconded by Councilman Gunter, that the recommendation of the Health Board ito accept the offer of the Assistance League to pay the salary of a City nurse for the i III l� year, was unanimously adopted. BUDGET Matters pertaining to the next fiscal year budget were next considered. lDepartment requests were discussed and tentative appropriations set in, totaling kpproximately 0200, 957.00 for the General City Fund, with an estimated amount of resources for the coming year of $196,172.91. The matter was referred back to the Department heads and Commissioners for re-consideration and further discussion at the (next meeting. 7 233 SIGNS Councilman Emmerson sought approval of Service Club signs, and upon motion ,) of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the Street Commissioner was directed to go ahead with the signs as proposed, City to li install and maintain the sign--all materials to be furnished by the University and Service Clubs. Bills were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting_adjouxrned. Attest : II City Mayor of the CitRedlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 Redlands, California June 17, 1942, Two O 'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held ' at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher, Mayor Rees , Deputy City Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Christensen, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. �I The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. RATIONING BOARD D. N. McLeod, Chairman of the Rationing Board, addressed the Council seek- 1 ing aid in setting up their new quarters in the Post Office basement, in the way of putting up a much needed partition at an approximate cost of $26.00, and installing III a telephone, and the loan of desks, chairs, etc. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the request was granted and 1 Engineer Hinckley directed to have the necessary work done immediately so the new offices of the Rationing Board could be open Monday. I, IILINCOLN SHRINE Dr. M. J. Sweeney and E. M. Cope, Trustees of the Lincoln Shrine Memorial II Trust Fund, asked that the Council appropriate $300.00 per year for operating expenses of the Lincoln Shrine. Dr. Watchhorn, donor of the Shrine has been provid- ing for all the expense and they felt the maintenance expense should be borne by the City. Councilman Gunter suggested the Council take this under advisement and give consideration in preparation of the budget, and Mayor Rees appointed Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and himself a Committee to make further study of the matter and report ' back to this Council. LiA I I�', r 234 COMPANY "E" III Lieut. J. H. Hayward of Company"E" California State Guard, voiced appreciation to the Council for renting the quarters used by the Company at the I II h Y M. C. A, , stating he hoped this arrangement would continue, that the rumor that 1,I I 11 k the quarters there would be abandoned did not apply to those used by Company "E" as it was Redlands own Company. Communication from Capt. Robbins Russel expressing ' appreciation for same was read and ordered filed. TRANSPORTATION SII II I j L. H. Myers reminded Council members of the Railroad Commission hearing in U I San Bernardino on Friday and was informed that Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Fletcher,''. Engineer Hinckley, Attorney Wilson and Volney Kincaid would attend. He also asked that a representation from this Council attend the meeting in Riverside on Thursday. Il, 11 I1I TRAFFIC I James H. Raynor suggested some action be taken relative to motorists i 11 making left hand turns off State Street on Fifth and Sixth Streets without signallin l J and also U-turns, which was referred to the Police Commissioner and Chief. II I VACATION, re Accumulate I Fire Chief Thomas stated it had become necessary to postpone the vacations ' H of men in the Fire Department due to the existing emergency and asked that these men 'II be allowed to accumulate their vacations. After due consideration, upon motion of II Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, that arrangements be made with th Fire and Police Chiefs so men in their Departments will not lose their 1941-42 it ' vacations, was unanimously adopted. Due to the illness of City Clerk Hook and absence from duties in his office, it being necessary for Deputy Clerk Gray to forego her vacation for this 11 fiscal year, a motion by Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, that shei be allowed to accumulate her 1941-42 vacation or take its equivalent in cash, was unanimously adopted, COMMUNICATIONS � I Communication from W. W. Fenton, M. D. , County Health Officer to C. J. I Clock, M. D. , president of the local Board of Health, relative to the acceptance of the services by the City of a nurse for the coming year, was read and ordered filed. !, II Communication from Dan Huckins, Mayor of Corona, stating the U. S. Naval I I Hospital at Corona had invited the Citrus Belt Division of the League to hold the June 26th meeting in the main dining room of the Naval Hospital as their guests, was 1, read and ordered filed. ii REPORTS I Report of the meetingof the Board of Health on June 8, 1942, Report was presented; II i, !, read and ordered filed. 9 I DEFENSE COUNCIL Report of the meeting of the City Defense Council held on June 16, 1942, was wresented, read and ordered filed. 235 -1 The recommendation of the Defense Council relative to the appointment by the City of Henry Blume, Erwin Hein, Lloyd Myers and Elmer Henschke as additional 1 i auxiliary police, was unanimously approved upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Gunter, and the Clerk directed to administer the oath of office. Upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the Police Chief secure sixty badges for the Auxiliary Police, was unanimously adopted and so ordered. The recommendation of the Defense Council relative to purchase of J2 it stretchers, 12 standard first aid kits with metal cases and 37 standard first aid kits at an approximate cost of $368.60, was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the property was ordered labeled "City of Redlands" and in custody of property agent C. J. Tripp. An extension of the Rationing Board phone was considered in the Medical Center to be established in the Post Office basement. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the extension from the Post Master' s phone !'! was ordered cancelled and the extension from the Rationing Board phone ordered made. , The City Attorney was empowered to draw up a request for pulling in a cable into the Post Office basement in order that a secondary Auxiliary Station I could be set up, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, ' unanimously adopted. Fn ineer Hinckley was directed to black out the windows in the Medical Center in the Post Office basement, using material similar to that used in blacking out the City Hall foyer, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted. The recommendation of the Defense Council relative to the appointment of Henry Watson, E. J. Sackett, Harry Whaley and A. C. Almind as substitutes to receiver incoming calls in the Control Center, was unanimously approved, upon motion of i Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. The City Engineer was directed to arrange for use of space across from the City yards where the W. P. A. headquarters were, for use by the County Salvage Committee, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, unanimously adopted. The recommendation of the Defense Council relative to appointment of Joel Hauser to serve as liaison officer in the Control Center for the State Guard, was unanimously approved upon motion of Councilman Emmerson, seconded by Councilman Clapp. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting of June 16, 1942 was presented and ordered filet: "The Petition from the Blackwell Military Academy for permission to operate a Military School at 1015 West Crescent r 236 Avenue, was considered. Upon motion of I. Ford, seconded by W. C. Collett, it was recommended that the Petition be granted. " Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the recommendation ) of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved, and a special permit ordered granted to operate the Military Academy. ORDINANCES �� II Ordinance No. 832, Establishing an Auxiliary Fire Force and Providing for its Duties and Control, introduced at the regular meeting on June 3, 1942, was read by the Attorney and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees. Noes : None. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, that regular firemen and call men be sworn to an oath to perform �I 1 duties required by City of Redlands, was unanimously approved, and the Clerk directed to administer the required oath of office. Ordinance No. 833, Establishing an Auxiliary Police Force and Providing for its use and Control, introduced at the regular meeting on June 3, 1942, was read by ;I the Attorney and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees. Noes : None. Upon motion of Councilman Rees, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the PoliceChief was directed to "SpecialPolice" p , ecte use the wording Deputy on the badges instead of "Auxiliary Police" . Ordinance No. 834, Establishing an Air Raid Warden Service and Providing for its Control, introduced at the regular meeting on June 3, 1942, was read by the Attorney, and adopted by the following vote : 1 Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees . ' Noes : None. ACACIA - LIME AVENUES Re , closing Attorney Wilson reported that the necessary money for advertising, etc . for the closing. of portions. of Lime and Acacia Avenues had been deposited with the City_ agineer, and presented and read Resolution of Intention No. 567, closing said 11I Avenues, was adopted by the following vote : II Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees. Noes : None. 11 IRVINE SUIT Attorney Wilson reported the Irvine Suit was terminated, that it was I; placed on record and judgment entered. BOYD - LAW SUIT Attorney Wilson reported the Boyd law suit hearing had been set for Tuesday and Wednesday, June 23 and 24, 1942. BOND - PROPERTY OFFICER C. J. Tripp was authorized and directed to secure the necessary bond 237 required for his position as Property Officer for the City of Redlands. EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY - Bonds Treasurer Tripp stated the Prendergast Estate had offered for purchase by the City, an East Lugonia Mutual Water Company bond. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, Treasurer Tripp was directed to make an offer of $243.65 for the bond as an investment by the Cemetery Endowment Fund. COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE Councilman Clapp sought attitude of the Council relative to a gartlAl liability insurance coverage on the Police cars and after due consideration, the Attorney was directed to investigate the matter of comprehensive insurance coverage and report to this Board. DOG - BICYCLE LICENSES Collection of dog and bicycle licenses by the License Collector wad dis- cussed at some length as to whether such a procedure would be advisable, after which Councilman Clapp moved that whatever action was necessary to bring the collection of dog and bicycle licenses into the License Collector's office be taken, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, duly adopted with Councilman Gunter not voting. POUND MASTER Councilman Clapp suggested the employment of a dog catcher, under the Police Department, that in his opinion a pound could be made self supporting, it being mutually agreed that it was not the right procedure to use the Police cars form, picking up animals. Councilman Clapp moved that Z. A. Marsh be employed at a salary ? of $100.00 per month as a Pound Master under the Police Department and an adequate pound be provided, seconded by Mayor Rees, unanimously adopted. RECREATION DIRECTOR Employment of a Recreation Director was next considered. The Co-ordinating Council previously recommended that a man be appointed to handle luvenile cases in it the Police Department, which letter was again read to the Council. Councilman Clapp moved that Malcom Smith be appointed as a City Recreation Director at a salary of $175.00 per month, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher. Councilman Emmerson objected to such an appointment being made, stating it was his understanding that the request Was for someone to handle juvenile delinquency in the Police Department, and that the one appointed should be given free hand in adjusting delinquent problems' and to also direct the recreational program. Councilman Gunter objected to the whole burden being placed upon the pity, that in his opinion the schools should aid ll, financially in such a program. After further discussion, a motion by Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Emmerson to table the matter until the next regular meeting was unanimously adopted. The Mayor appointed Councilmen Clapp, Fletcher aid Emmerson to make further study and report back to this Board. PARK - RECREATION Councilman Clapp reported a complaintto him about lights being burned out x238 LL at the tennis courts and the need of repair to some of the tables at the new I recreation center, which were referred to Park Commissioner Gunter. I q it SCHOTT - Water Exchange. Commissioner Emmerson recommended and moved that no exchange of water be i I made with A. J. Schott in compliance with a former action of this Board that no water exchanges be made , which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously approved. HOUSING-AUTHORITY The Mayor and Attorney were directed to contact the Housing Authority in request for a refund of money paid for the initial expense of plans, surveys and specifications of the Housing Authority survey made in this City. According to a II I Co-operation Agreement entered into between this City and the Housing Authority_ on August 6, 1941, the City was to be reimbursed when Federal Funds were appropriated., and it was now understood that such en appropriation had been made. CARETAKER - AUDITORIUM Councilman Fletcher asked that he be allowed to employ a special caretaker ' for the Auditorium Saturday night. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that he be empowered to hire a man as a watchman was unanimously adopted. I! Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission- tr. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned , to Two o' clock, P. M. , Monday, June 22, 1942. Attest: I �I City Ma or of the City of Redlands, California. ;I (Air amine-t 11 it l,"4 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - II Redlands, California June 22, 1942. Two O ' clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, II California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Mayor Rees, Councilman Gunter, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Christensen. The Clerk called the meeting to order and asked for nominations for Mayor I Pro Tem, Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, Council- , man Emmerson was declared elected, I— SII �i 239 • Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher the reading of the minutes was dispensed with. Architect Harnish, of the Federal Housing Authority, considered with the , Council certain changes in specifications not in accord with the requirements of the City of Redlands, necessary to be made in order that work could be started on the Federal Housing Project at the NE cor. Orange Street and Lugonia Avenue, as follows : 1. Do not tear out the flume on the East property line-- leave it in place to retain the earth. (will reduce � width of pavement from 30' to approximately 28' ) . 2. Omit gutters along Delaware and Sixth Streets. 3. Change sidewalk specifications from 6 sack mix- 4" slab, to 4 sack mix and 32" slab. After discussion, Councilman Clapp moved that changes as presented be authorized which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted by the three members present. COMMUNICATION Communication from Councilman Gunter relative to his absence from the meeting, was presented and ordered filed. NEW SUBDIVISION (terra Vista Tract ) Attorney Wilson stated Geo. Cortner had reported they were having trouble I getting oil and cement for the Streets , etc . in their new subdivision at the NW cor. Church Street and Colton Avenue (Sierra Vista Tract ) , that the University. would agree to setting aside a certain amount of money in the Bank for such purposes until after the duration when these things could be purchased, realizing that the City cannot accept the subdivision until after the sewers, etc. are in. After due con- sideration, the Attorney was directed to report to Mr. Cortner that the Council would work with them in whatever is required under the emergency. {! jl RECREATION DIRECTOR The appointment of a Recreation Director was laid over until the next meeting, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, duly adopted. COMPLAINT - JUKE BOX Councilman Fletcher reported a complaint of some of the neighbors on West Colton Avenue relative to a juke box at an eating place at First and Colton. The i r matter was referred to the Police Chief for investigation, with the recommendation that if a complaint was filed by the protestants further action could be taken. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to Friday at 1 :30 o'clock, P. M. lAttest : —1-17(i& City' 1 r 1 yor of t o Ci y of Redlands, California. CA-1\ -‘4"Cut- LinA454- 1A14111 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - r 240 Redlands, California June 26, 1942 I' One Thirty o'clock P.M. An adjourned, adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of �� Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. The minutes of the last regular meeting of June 17, and the adiourned regular meeting of June 22, 1942, were read and approved. it MEDICAL SUPPLIES Councilman Clapp stated that prices received on the Medical Supplies mI i! I ordered purchased at last meeting showed an increase in cost and moved that an addi- II tional appropriationli of approximately. X10.00 be made to cover the increase, which was seconded by Mayor Rees, unanimously adopted. BLACKWELL MILITARY ACADEMY Building Inspector .Christensen reported that plans had been changed relative to the location for the Blackwell Military Academy--permit having been II granted by this Council to operate at 1015 Crescent Avenue, and they were now seek- ing permission to operate at the Lura Hubbard estate on The Terrace, agreeing to put in fire escapes and meet the necessary requirements to bring it into condition to jl comply with State regulations. This location being in Zone 4 in which schools are permitted, the matter was left for approval by the Building Inspector. Communication Ili from K. Howard, headmaster, was ordered filed. ' COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed From Mrs . Perry B. Bliss, 1342 Jasper Ave. , Mentone, relative to fall- ing on the front steps of the City Hall on June 8th, was referred tothe City Attorney for reply; From Ben F. Field, Mayan Hotel, Los Angeles, seeking lower taxes on his 'I'I property at 113-117 Orange Street ; From S. C. Chandler, 1220 Monterey "C", relative to automobiles and trucks operating without 1942 license strips, was referred to the Police Department; From Brooke Sawyer, local agent for Globe Indemnity Company, notifying 1i ii of the expiration of the Sylvan plunge public liability insurance on July 2nd and now picked up under the comprehensive Liability policy. Bulletin No. 128, California State Defense Council, relative to appoint l' , ment of a voluntary fair rent committee to place a maximum ceiling on rents . Mayor Rees stated he was not ready to appoint a permanent committee and the matter was laid on the table. REPORT Report of laboratory tests for the first part of June, 1942, was pre- sented and ordered. filed. LEL 241 BUDGET The next matter oficonsideration was the budget--appropriations to the different departments discussed at some length and temporary amounts fixed. Appointment of a Recreation director was considered briefly, Councilman Gunter maintaining that this was a greater responsibility of the schools. Councilman Clapp moved that the unemployment appropriation budget be fixed at $2,000.00, which was seconded by Councilman Emmerson and duly adopted with Councilman Gunter voting "No" . Councilman Clapp then moved. that the Miscellaneous budget be increased by $2 .000.00 which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, making a total of II the estimated expenditures of 5196,387.00, and the budget turned over to the Clerk to work out the itemized expenditures of the various departments. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : City ler k "Mayor of the Ci y of Redlands, California. toitt - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - i Redlands, California July 1. 1942. Two o'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees, deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Christensen, Treasurer Tripp,il Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas and Police" Chief Peterson. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of June 26, 1942, were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present, whereupon Mrs, H H. Holt addressed the Council seeking relief from pay- ment of delinquent City taxes on Columbia Tract, Lot 1, Blk 10, belonging to her mother, Mrs. Anna Porter. Property was deeded to the County of San Bernardino in 1930 when she received the old age pension and now being turned back to her with no City taxes having been paid, and she felt it a County obligation. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the matter was referred to Attorney i Wilson for action and report back to this act SIERRA VISTA TRACT The University of Redlands, through Geo. P. Cortner, Secretary,_considered with the Council certain changes necessary for completion of their new Subdivision-- Sierra Vista Tract at the NW cor. E. Colton Avenue and Church Street, as set forth II' r 242 D in a letter which was read. by the Clerk. After due consideration, upon motion of 1 Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the request I� was granted and the plat approved according to the letter. It being further under- stood that Lots 15 aid 28 be open for traffic until such time as the property on the north is subdivided and that the University will meet the usual Subdivision construe ;l ; tion requirements of the City. BUSINESS LICENSE;, License Collector Tripp presented 'the request of Sparkletts Drinking Water' Corporation for a reduction in their license fee for operating in the City. Feeling! this might establish a precedent and that it, would not be fair to others, Collector 1 Tripp was directed to follow the fee charges as set out in the Ordinance. I d FLASH, Treasurer Tripp stated that Mrs. Edson McQuown had presented a flag Ma to be used by the City or turned over to some other organization. Upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, that the City accept, the flag,,', was unanimously adopted, and the clerk directed to write a letter of appreciation. DOG HOUSE - POUND Councilman Clapp considered with the Council the location of a dog;_pou;d, stating he and Engineer Hinckley had investigated various locations and found the swale north of the pumping plant between Crescent Avenue and the top of the hill, just below Highway 99, as the most desirable place, and moved that the City Engineers be given authority to establish a dps_Agand in this particular area, which was seconded by Mayor Rees, unanimously adopted. ..SILYAILEILUME, Councilman Gunter recommended and moved that the two locker boys at Sylvan ll Plunge be raised from 25j to 304 per hour, which was una_tlimoiLsly_ adopted. Councilman Gunter also recommended the purchase of a washing, machine_ for ' use of laundering the suits at the plunge at quite a saving in the laundry bill. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, the Commissioner was authorized to purchase the washing machine at an Approximate cost of 544.00 if he sees fit. ii Councilman Gunter reported a small' profit for operation of the concession at Sylvan Plunge the past month with hopes of doing better this month. it DANCES - City Hall Auditorium Councilman Fletcher sought opinion of Council members relative to holding of dances in the City Hall Auditorium, stating it was now turning into more of a commercial deal rather than a social function as was intended in the beginning, and II itit would be necessary to have extra Janitor services. Mayor Rees appointed Council- 1i mon Fletcher and 'Gunter -a Committee to investigate. FLAGPOLE Councilman Fletcher recommended and moved that a flag pole be installed at it i hiSh 243 the Hall of Justice, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted and the Engineer authorized to erect the flag pole. BLACKWELL MILITARY ACADEMY Councilman Fletcher commended Bu lding Tnsnector Christensen for his interest and efforts in finding a location for the Blackwell Military Academy which is now located in this City, also other buildings being erected through his efforts. B0WL - Proeelli& Councilman Clapp presented the verbal protest of citizens in the neighbor hood of the prosellis, relative to the late hour of practice for programs at the bowl, and recommended that 70:00 o'clock P. M. be set as the closing hour for prac- tise, which was unanimously approved. FIRE HALL SITE Councilman Clapp moved that the item- "SW cor. 2nd & Highway 99", be stricken from the agenda. Councilman Gunter protested, stating that the money from the sale of property at Highway 99 & Texas Street should have been used for purchase of a Fire Hall site--that the Fire Department was a very important department in this emergency and consideration should be given to a new Fire Hall. The motion wase, lost for lack of a second. AIR RAID WARNING SIREN ' The Fire Chief reported favorably regarding the air raid warning siren try-out on the 26th in comparison to the surrounding area and recommended that no purchase of another siren for the SW section of town be made at this time. The item was ordered removed. from the agenda. BOYD CASE Attorney Wilson reported a hung jury in the ,Boyd case and a new trial would be had at some later date. TRANSFER Treasurer Tripp was authorized and directed to transfer $3,250.00 from thej d1 gas tax fund to the General Fund-Street Departaent, as per statement this day filed by the City Engineer. • COMMUNICATIONS Communication from the California Safe y Council, Inc . , relative to a4 membership for the year 1942-43, of $25.00, which was presented and ordered filed. League of California Cities Report No. 23, City participation in the State Employees ' Retirement System, was presented, the foreword read and Council members asked to give some study to the plan; also a communication from the League asking for suggestion for the programs for the annual meeting in leptember. REPORTS Reports of the Police and Fire Departments and the Judge for the month of June, 1942 and the Police Department for the fiscal year ending June 30. 1942, were II Ilii r 244 - - - presented and ordered filed. 11 BIDS - City Printing The Clerk was directed to call for bids for City printing for the fiscal year ending June 30. 1943, to be opened at the next regular meeting,, July 15, 1942. CLEAN UP WEEK Councilman Emmerson questioned the dumping of weeds in the gutter by resi-I1 I dents, which was against the City ordinance, and recommended Clean Up Week be set H for the week of July 6-13 inclusive, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unani- mously adopted, and the ordinance ordered enforced thereafter. —— DEFENSE Postmaster Stone reported that the magneto phone to the Medical Center in the basement of the Post Office had not been installed, nor the Medical Center set it II up and thought some action should be taken at once as there would be no place to operate in case of an emergency. He was assured the matter would be, given immediated consideration.consideration. The Mayor declared a five minute recess, after which the Council would go II into executive session for discussion of the budget. After discussion of the budget. in detail of some of the departments and salaries of individual employees& upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, duly adopted, the Police and Fire Department budgets were tents- I tively approved. II The executive session was declared adjourned and the Mayor called for ariy other business to come before the Council. Ii Attorney Wilson presented Ordinance No. 835, Establiahing_An Air $.aid. SII Warden Service and. Providing for Its Control, which was read and laid over under the rules; Also Ordinance No. 836, Establishing an Emergency Control Center, which was read and laid over under the rules. 'j II Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned 11 to two o'clock P. M„ Monday, July 6, 1942, at which time the Council will also sit as a Board of Equalization. H Attest : AO ___/(2.4, Y71--AtA payor of the City of Redlands, California. L, - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 245 Redlands, California July 6. 1942 Two O'clock, P. M. The Council vet and adjourned as a Board of Equalization, no oral or written protests having been filed. ii An addourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas. I,. Absent : Building Inspector Christensen and Police Chief Peterson. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read. Mayor Rees stated permission granted to Councilman Emmerson at the last meeting to leave the State over the next meeting date, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, had been omitted from the minutes, Said correction was ordered and the minutes then duly approved. :summits_ The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed. From Railroad Commission of the State of California, relative to the re-routing of the Redlands-Los Angeles motor coach line to serve the new Army Air D not , it From Pacific Electric Railway Company stating application had been filed with the Railroad Commission relative to the re-routing of the Los Angeles—Redlands Line to serve the ,Army Air Depot. _LIGHTS - STATE MILITIA Communication from E. D. Patterson, Jr. , Chairman Pro Tem. Redlands State Militia, requesting use of the lights at the High School Athletic Field on Monday nights for the balance of the month of July and probably not more than twice per month thereafter. There seemed to be a question in the minds of the Council as to just what the difference was between the State Guards. and the Militia and if they knew enough about it to take action at this time. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Emmerson, 'seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the city furnish lights at- the High School Athletic field two nights per month for the. Militia on nights that do not conflict with the State Guards, Was unanimously approved. REPORTS Report of the Building Department and Board of Health for the month of ' June, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. The Mayor stated the Council would now go bath executive session for further discussion of the budget. After about an hour, the Mayor declared the• executive session adjourned, and bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. r- 2 4 6 No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. III ' Attest : ' I 2 aI „I u-d .e Cir Mayo of the Sty of Redlands, California I' II N Ths h 1,1 i 11 11 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - II Redlands, California July 35. 3 942 [I Two O' Clock P. M. ll 11 A regular meeting of the City Council. City of Redlands, California, held 'I at the regular place of meeting. II Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter, Fletcher, and Mayor Rees, Deputy Clerk] II I Gray, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Christensen, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer I I Hinckley. 1 I Absent : Councilman Emerson. , 11 The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of July 6, 1942 were read and approved. I, BIDS - CITY PRINTING 1 IIThis being the time set for opening of bids for City Printing for the 11 I I'I year ending June 30, 1943, the following proposals were presented, publicly opened and declared: I l West-O-Craft $893.55 Citrograph Printing Cot 1021.10 Beacon Printery 1032.55 IThe proposal of West-O-Craft being the lowest, $893.55, award was made accordingly upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adoptedll I by the four members present. All other bids were rejected and all bids ordered i II 1 filed, the bid of Arthur `Commercial Press arriving _too late to be considered. COMMUUNICATIONS Ii The followingcommunications were I presented and ordered filed: From Frank G. Scott, Los Angeles, urging that immediate action be taken I II relative to securing a public transportation system in the City of Redlands; II 4 From the Railroad Commission of the State of California, together with 'II copies of the minutes of the meetings held in Riverside on June 18 and in San II II Bernardino on June 19th; it I; ' From League of California Cities-- Priorities Bulletin #6, relative to 1II extension of preference Rating Order P-46. 11Y APPLICATIONS Application of Mrs. Grace W. tonebrook, for position as bookkeeper, I typist or filing clerk, was presented and ordered filed. , II LI 247 REPORTS Report of the Treasurer for the month of June, 1942, and the Health ' Department and ,Smiley Library for the fiscal year ending June 30. 1942, and of Recreation activities from July 1, 1941 to December 31, 1941, were presented and ordered filed. DANCES - City Hall Auditorium Councilman Fletcher reported that the 'lances in the City Hall Auditorium will be discontinued after Saturday night , it being the last one sponsored by the Y.W.C.A. and Women' s Ambulance Corps. DIES - H. Geddes Reimbursement for or replacement of the dies lost by H._Deddez in the City Hall fire, was again considered. Mr. Geddes stated he would be satisfied with payment for the dies. Upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Council- man Gunter, unanimously adopted by the four members present, the Clerk was directed to issue a warrant accordingly in the amount of 125,00 to Mr. Geddes in full settle- ment of his claim. EXCHANGE PROPERTY - MILL CREEK II Attorney Wilson presented a letter relative to exchange of properties in Mill Creek, in which Mr. Igo will deed the "Eyes of the World Ranch" and "Pearson Property" in exchange for the Bright Ranch (Old Tyler property) , agreeing to keep noll', cattle or swine. Letter of appraisal of Frank L. Whitelock, Realtor, San Bernardinoli was also read. Engineer Hinckley and Attorney Wilson felt it was to the interest and advantage of the City to make this deal--for water values, and recommended that 1 the City enter into such an agreement. Further discussion was entered into relative to the sewage problem and possibility of stream pollution and determined that sanitary facilities follow rules and regulations set out by the U. S. Forestry Service. A Resolution approving and endorsing the proposal of Attorney Wilson and authorizing him to proceed along lines as set out in his letter to the Crafton Water y Company under date of July 15, 1942, was unanimously adopted by the four members present, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp. TITLE TO MILL CREEK RANCHES I � ' I Attorney Wilson presented another proposed letter to the Crafton Watery, Company relative to a satisfactory arrangement with respect to a record ownership of the Jackson and bright ranches and other properties in Mill Creek. He was instructed by a Resolution of the Council to proceed along the lines as set forth in said letter of July 15. 1942. LINCOLN SHRINE Councilman Gunter stated that he had conferred with Dr. Sweeney relative to a City appropriation for Lincoln Shrine operation the coming year and the Lincoln Shrine Board felt they would need City help if they were required to keep the Shrine open six days per week. Councilman Gunter recommended and moved that Fr- 248 $300.00 be appropriated for maintenance of the 'Shrine so that it can be kept open fl 'I six days per week until July. 1943, same to be included in the 1942-43 budget . which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted by the four members - , present. RED SCALE ail Control of re scale inside the City was next considered, Mayor Rees stating Ordinance No. 599 adopted in 1916 provided for abatement of nuisance of 1, citrus and pest control--empowering the Engineer to clean up and abate the nuisance II ' and if necessary remove the trees. He felt if this Ordinance could not be enforced it should be changed or stricken from the records. Further discussion was entered into as to whether the City came under the County set up and Mayor Rees appointed a Committee--Councilman Clapp, Gunter and Fletcher to make a study and report back to this Board. USE - COUNCIL CHAMBER Mayor Rees sought action of the Council relative to use of the Council Chamber for a political meeting.. After brief consideration, A. E. Isham and his party were granted free nRA of the Chamber on Thursday evening July 16, 1942, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimous y adopted. DEFENSE COUNCIL The Mayor stated he had appointed Paul Jennings as Medical Administrator and Volney C. Kincaid as s o tat 1 yi d r ion Administrator on the Defense Council, which �.�a --p was unanimously approved upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman C Fletcher. Mayor Rees also recommended the appointment of Wm. Hanson, H. H. Stacey, I Russell Goodwin, Emmett Osbun and Chas. Soffel. as a War Transportation Committee, which was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Council- Il man Gunter. The appointment by Mayor Rees of Chas. Bardawil. and Rufus I, Gaugh as Special Police officers, was unanimously approved. ORDINANCES Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, re ding of Ordinances No. 835 and 836 was waived by the following vote: Ayes : Councilman Clapp, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees. Noes : None. Ordinance No. 835, An Ordinance Establishing an Air Raid Warden Service and Providing for its Control, introduced at the regular meeting of this Council on July 1, 1942, was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees. Noes: None. Ordinance No. 836, An Ordinance of the City of Redlands Establishing an Emergency Control Center, introduced at the regular meeting of this Council on July 1, 1942, was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter, Fletcher and Mayor Rees. Noes : None. Ordinance No. 837, An Ordinance Fixing the Rate and Levying the Property tax Ifor the fixcal year, 1942-19431 was read and laid over under the rules. 249 TAX BILLS Treasurer Tripp sought permission to have tax bills printed if II 1 necessary at some other shop than the one receiving the printing bid for the coming year, which was duly granted. i i REPAIR DRIVEWAY Engineer Hinckley sought Council action relative to repair of a private driveway for the Catechist Sisters on property at 1205 West Crescent Avenue. , Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, he was directed to inform the Sisters that the City did not do street work on i rivate property. DOG POUND Engineer Hinckley reported the change of location of the dog pound to the west side of Church ;Street--opposite the Webster gravel pit, instead of near II + the pumping plant off Crescent Avenue as reported at the last meeting. Upon recommendation and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, adopted,a opted, the Clerk was directed to render the Oath I of Office to Z. A. Marsh as Special Police Officer (Pound Master) . PROSELLIS Councilman Fletcher presented the request of Perk Superintendent 1 Ferguson for permission to reconstruct the stage at the prosellis so the piano could I II be moved without breaking off a leg. It being the general opinion of the Council that this was a necessary repair, the Mayor directed Councilman Fletcher to proceed to remedy the cause. Bills and salaries. were ordered paid ,as approved by the Finance Commissioner. The Mayor declared a five minute recess, after which the Council went into executive session for further discussion of the budget. The executive session was adjourned after about thirty minutes 'i, deliberation and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted by the four members present, the budget was adopted as submitted l' 1 1 + this date. I Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the I following salary schedule was unanimously adopted by the four members present : II Name Classification Present Salary New Schedule Christensen, Oscar Bldg. Inspector $ 180.00 $180.00. -$200. Tripp, C. J. City Treasurer 250.00 250.00 Erbeck, Mayme Assistant Treasurer 147.50 155.00 ,! Hook, C. P. City Clerk 250.00 250.00 1Gray, Sadie Mae Deputy City Clerk 147.50 155.00 Taylor, John W. Accountant 125.00 135.00 II Durrell, Gladys B. Stenographer 105.00 110.00 Collins, A. Harvey City Judge 80.00 85.00 Wilson, Paul B. City -'Attorney 105.00 150.00 Sprich, Lois Clerical 135.00 140.00 Fortson, Floyd Janitor, City Hall 115.00 115.00 + Tucker, Henry Janitor, Hall of Justice 90.00 90.00 I r 250 Peterson, A. 0. Police Chief $170.00 $225.00 Robinson, E. L. Assistant Chief 165.00 200.00 Thomas, Hildreth Lieutenant 157.50 190.00 li Middleton, Jack Night Sergeant 155.00 175.00 I!, Robertson, Winfield Motorcycle 157.50 175.00 II 1 Seltzer, A. J. Patrolman 155.00 175.00 IOwen, Roy E. Patrolman 155.00 175.00 Solberg, Glenn Patrolman 135.00 165.00 '; Sanders, Lorne F. Motorcycle 135.00 165.00 ;I Squires, George Patrolman 125.00 155.00 Heard, Wilson Patrolman 125.00 145.00 Thompson, Albert W. Patrolman 125.00 145.00 ii Dawes, Everette L. Patrolman 125.00 145.00 , Scott, James C. Policeman, Health Insp. , II Sanitary Inspector 155.00 175.00 • Thomas, E. R. Fire Chief 190.00 225.00 Smith, John C. Assistant Chief 160.00 180.00 Avey, H. C. Assistant Chief 160.00 180.00 II Poe, Hurley Captain 155.00 170.00 Rundberg, Carl M. Captain 155.00 170.00 l Holt, Harold Fireman 150.00 160.00 Mathwin, Chas. W. Fireman 150.00 160.00 Snyder, Harold J. Fireman 135.00 • 150.00 Wagner, Walter Fireman 135.00 150.00 Reynolds, Logan Fireman 125.00 135.00-145.00 Hanson, Phil Fireman 125.00 135.00-145.00 Haverty, Emerson Fireman 125.00 135.00-145.00 Hinckley, Geo. S. Street Superintendent 150.00 162.50 Earner, W. T. St. working foreman 5.29 per da. 5.30 per da. Carstensen, John Oil Spray operator 4.71 5.00 Geddes, Hiram S. Lights 5.71 5.75 Gray, James K. Grader 5.29 5.30 Guzman, Carl Chainman 4.71 5.00 • Hendon, H. H. Tractor Driver 5.29 5.50. Howard, W. K. Truck Driver 4.71 5.00 Jubera, Andy S. Sweeper Operator 4.71 5.00 Killingsworth, W. E. Working foreman 5.06 5.50 Mays, David G. Truck Driver 4.71 5.00 Pendergraft, W. F. Welder 5.71 5.75 II Robison, Joe N. Laborer 4.71 4.75 Roney, A. D. y Tree topper working foreman4.71 5. 50 I Rose, E. A. Truck driver & st. repair 4.71 5.00 Westerbrook, Herman Surveyor - Draftsman 7.37 7.40 Boyd, W. R. Maintainer operator 5.00 5.50 1 1 Dixon, C. L. Truck Driver 4.25 5.00 ' Gibson, N. Truck Diver 4.25 5.00 DeVries , John H. Night Street Sweeper 4.25 5.00 I Kanady, S. E. Storekeeper 6.09 6.10 Mathews, Oliver Blacksmith 4.71 5.00 II ll Moore, Elmer Shop working foreman 7.21 7.25 Neely, Thos. A. Laborer & Meter repair 4.71 5.00 ' Nelson, Robt. C. Shop machinist 5.52 5.75 Martinez, Paul Laborer 4.25 4.25 Voight, Robert Laborer 4.25 4.25 Webb, Gilbert Laborer 4.25 4.25 Ferguson, W. T. Park Superintendent 155.00 170.00 Foster, A. J. Gardener 4.71 per da. 5.00 per da. Goodman, Thomas Gardener 4.71 5.00 Loyd, Thomas J. Gardener 4.71 4.75 Tebbutt, H. W. Gardener 4.71 4.75 ii Van Der Molen, N. Gardener 4.71 4.75 I Waite, Leo J. Gardener 4.71 5.00 1 Walter, John E. Gardener (Special) 5.29 5.50 Ward, Geo. A. Mechanic 5.29 5.50 ! II Daaielson, Glenn Day Laborer 4.25 4.25 - 5.00 1 Hartman, W. A. Cemetery Superintendent 180.00 200.00 Benefiel, C. W. Laborer 4.71 per da. - - - - Benefiel, W. A. Laborer 4.71 5.00 per da. , Bruce, W. Frank Laborer 4.71 5.00 ' Bush, Peter Foreman 5.06 5.50 Rose, Elbert Laborer 4.71 5.00 I. Herring, Norman C. Day Laborer 4.25 4•.25 - 5.00 Scott, E. J. Day Laborer 4.25 • 4.25 - 5.00 I Hinckley, Geo. S. ! Water Superintendent: 150.00 162.50 Wearne, Marjorie B. Acting Secretary 107.50 13000 I, Woodstra, John Biller 107.50 125.00 I � Stoddard, Gladys Cashier 101:29 110.00 Bethke, John E. Maintenance 4.71 per da. 5.00 per da. Burk,+ Peter W. Working foreman 6.45 " " 7 .25 " " DeVries, Herman Field Repair 4.71 5.00 :1 251 Gilpatrick, Ben J. Filter Plant Operator 4.71 per da. 5.00 :per da. Jones, Chas. H. Pump & Filter Plant Op. & Foreman 6.45 6.50 Kubias, John S. Meter Reader 4.71 5.00 Lewis, A. Meter Reader Miles, Claude Pump Op.-Filter P1. Op. 4.71 5.52 5.00 5.75 Patterson, Harry Pumping P1. Caretaker 5.29 5.30, Sanders, Rufus H. Maintenance 4.71 ,5.00 Shue, James C. Maintenance 4.71 4.75 Tate, Henry L. Filter P1. Head Op. 5. 52 5.75 Yount, John L. Zanjero 155.00 160.00 No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California / I VVV VV //VV\\ - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - , Redlands, California August 5, 1942 Two O' Clock, P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher, and Mayor Rees, Deputy IiClerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Christensen, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. %I Absent : Councilman Gunter. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present. Harold Harris, Dr. Elam J. Anderson, Prof. , I. S. Westerberg, and others', spoke on behalf of the Community Music Association seeking an appropriatinn of 1500 'hn for programs for this season. All seemed to feel it was money well spent for community building and promotion and that it would be the wrong thing to discontinue the programs at this time. Discussion was entered into with Council members who spoke favorably toward allowing such an appropriation. Councilman Gunter wired a favorable vote if action was taken on this matter today. Mayor Rees stated this was not on the agenda for consideration at this time and voiced appreciation of those interested in coming before the Council and the matter was laid over for action at the next e t m eating when it was hoped all Council members would be present. Statement of expenditures %of the Community Music Association from October 1, 1940 to September 30, 1941, was filed with Council members. I,. Fr-252 cOMMJNICATTONS I The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From A. 0. Peterson, Chief of Police giving notice that Ray F. Canterbury I I had been appointed Chief Air Raid Warden; II I From California State Council of Defense and Office of Price Administration! I relative to a voluntary Fair Rent ceilins in Redlands ; From Industrial Accident Commission, stating that a cash settlement, had been made with Dr. W. E. Phelps by the State Compensation Insurance Fund in the amount I of $2,100.00. II EXECUTIVE SESSION 1 The Council Adjourned for a fifteen minute executive session at this time ) for consideration of an auditor to audit the City books for the past fiscal year. II Iiil Unpon recavening the regular order of business continued. SIERRA VISTA TRACT IID Communication from Gen_ P. Cortner, Business manager of the University of Redlands stating they were unable to continue with paving the streets in their new 11 ii subdivision at Colton and Church--Sierra Vista Tract, unless City equipment could be,' I used. Engineer Hinckley recommended that the City do it on a cost plus basis. Upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, li I the Engineer was directed to proceed. in furtherance of the project, leasing City 1 I'' equipment on a cost plus 10% profit basis. Irr TAXES Communication from the Redlands Public Schools seeking cancellation of City :Taxes on property purchased since the 1st Monday in March, 1942,--Lugonia Park Tract, ', Lots 2, 3 & 4 in Blk L. Upon motion of Councilman Emmerson, seconded by Councilman 1 111 Fletcher, the request was unanimously granted as per their letter of July 22, 1942, I and the Clerk was directed to make the necessary change on the Tax Roll now being 1 Il II prepared. APPLICATIONS I The following applications for employment with the City were presented and ordered filed: ji II Mrs. Jackie Howard ( Icel Keele) officework-typing-clerical II Marjorie McCarty It '' Edith Lewis a II Mrs. Ella A. Tooles a r II Agnes DeVries n II Chester Parks n �I Frank Braga Policeman � i, R. Van Der Linda II John Gregory II II III Francis T. Wilshire ° I ' Alfred J. Rezendes II iI JI Warren Robertson Elliott ° I i i 1 2531 REPORTS Report of the City Judge , Laboratory tests, Health Department and Police Department for the month of July, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. Statement from the Pacific Electric Railway Company, showing the annual franchise of $106.00 for the period ending July 19, 1942 ; and from the Triangle Rock & Gravel Company, royalty on sand and gravel mined during the period May 11 to 31, 1942, amounting to $389.26, fheaks having been turned over to the Treasurer. li 1 .DEFENSE COUNCIL Minutes of the Defense Council meeting of August 4, 1942, were presented, "I ! read and ordered filed. Communication from V. C. Kincaid recommending the appoint- ment of 0. B. Robbins, on the War Transportation Committee, was unanimously approved Appointment by Mayor Rees and confirmation of Bruce McDaniel accepting the `, position of Commander of the_ Control Center as an employee of the City with a salary ' i of $1.00 per year, was accepted and ordered filed, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Emmerson. Mayor Rees reported the appointment of E. R. Thomas as acting 2nd in Command and A. 0. Peterson as acting 3rd in command, which was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. ORDINANCE NQ. 837 Ordinance No. 837, Fixing the Rate and Levying the Property Tax for the Fiscal Year 1942-43, was read and unanimously adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher and Mayor Rees Noes : None Absent : Councilman Gunter. POLICE DEPARTMENT Resignation of James C. Scott as a Police Officer and Sanitary Inspector to become Affective August 15. 1942, was presented, accepted and ordered filed upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Emmerson. Police Chief Peterson recommended the appointment of Warren_ Elliott and John McMinn as Police officers. After due consideration, Police Commissioner Clapp moved that Warren Elliott be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Police Department as Patrolman for a slot months probation period effective August 10, 1942, at a base pay of $145.00 per month, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted by the four members present. The seed for a Sanitary Inspector and office help in the Police Department was discussed at some length after which Mayor Rees appointed Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson and Fletcher to make a study of the situation and report back to this Board. 4 'Fr-2E4 gUESTa Supervisors Fowler and Grier entered the Council Chamber at this time greeted Council members and officers, Mr. Grier stating he was very much impressed with. the Defense set up in this City and the interest being taken. RF1) SCAT.1; Assessment of each and every tree in the red scale district as set out in the Agricultural code was discussed and a protest to such a movement was reported under way. Councilman Clapp stated the matter was under consideration at this time and a report was being prepared. Under the Ordinance establishing an Emergency Control Center, the following, personnel for duty in the Control Center was accepted as recommended by the Defense Council , upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Emmerson: Bruce McDaniel Clarence E. Black and assists. : Ray F. Canterbury A. G. Ramsay Arnold G. Anderson & Asst. Lloyd Wolfe A. C. Almind Maurice Clapp Clifford Brewster Claude Day E. J. Sackett Harold. Daniels Henry Watson Frank B. Frye Harry R. Whaley Carl Guzman Wm. M. Caldwell Harold Harris Wilson L. Spoor Joel F. Hauser Dan J. Stanton Geo. S. Hinckley Paul V. Moffat W. L. Moore W. 0. Mulligan & Asst. R. N. Long ,I Police Chief Peterson E. E. Runkel Howard Smith James Stone Fire Chief Thomas Paul B. Wilson & Assts. Paul Axtell and Charles Bierschbach and the stenographic staff: Dorothy Suess Alternates : Helen Carroll Louise Desplaines Martha Carroll Ruth E. Howland Mayme Erbeck Lillian Abrahamson Sadie Mae Gray Gladys Hardy Helen Koehler Martha Mueller The recommendation of the Defense Council and appointment by the Mayor of Lloyd Yount, Henry Tucker and Leonard Swank as Auxiliary Police, was unanimously approved, ail The td ephone extension to the Air Raid Warden Post in the Post Office basement ' was again considered and the Clerk was directed to notify Mr. Stone that the members,' of the Council feel that Any phone the City of Redlands pays for should be open to Officers and employees of the City during any emergency. LIME-ACACIA STREET - Close Resolution of Intention No. 567, Closing a portion of Acacia and Time Avenues, was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher and Mayor Rees Noes : None Absent : Councilman Gunter :91 255 HAVEN OF REST The Haven of Rest was granted the use of the bowl for a program on August 26, 1942, at 7 :30 P. M. , at a fee of $10.00. �I EARL WARREN Earl Warren was granted free us@ of the City Hall Auditorium for a meeting on August 6, 1942, at 4 o'clock, P. M. EMPLOYEES_ Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, Floyd Fortson was granted an increase in salary from $115 to $125. 00 per II month, same being retroactive to July 1 , 1942. Due consideration was given a further adjustment of some of the employee salaries and the Mayor appointed the whole Council to serve as a Committe for further study of the matter. ORANGES Councilman Emmerson reported the fruit from the Water Department 10 acre orange grove would be put through Redlands Mutual Orange Association this season and it was learned that the fruit from the Cemetery orange grove was being put through the game packing house. The matter was laid over for further study. BENCH FOR SOLDIEIS Councilman Fletcher reported that H. C. Hagy sought permission from the Council to place a bench on the sidewalk at Currie' s, corner-on the Highway, for the soldier boys to sit while waiting. It was thought the sidewalk was too narrow for such a bench. PAINT SPRAY OUTFI2 it Fire Chief Thomas sought permission to purchasA/ a portable paint spray outfit for use in the Department, which was unanimously granted, upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Emmerson. Treasurer Tripp urged Council members to withold any large expenditures of money during this lean period, until after tax money started coming in. SCRAP IRON Councilman Clapp sought opinion of Council members relative to disposal of approximately 20,000 tons of scrap iron of East Lugonia Mutual Water Company and the matter was referred to the Attorney for investigation. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissione . No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. IA.ttest : 4 ate-, City Clem ayor of the City of Redlands, California. 1 -4-431S‘ cin - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 256 Redlands, California August 19. 1942 II Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California held I ' at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Fletcher and Mayor Rees, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. : Absent : Councilman Gunter, Engineer Hinckley and Building Inspector Christiansen. II The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters ii to present, whereupon representatives of the DeLuxe Outdoor Advertising Company addressed the Doard stating they had heretofore paid a City business license of $75.00 per year but were tunable to pay such a fee owing to. present conditions and asked that it be cut 50%. After glue consideration, Councilman Emmerson moved that their City I business license fee be cut 50% due to the fact that no more Neon signs will be allowed after August 20th, which was seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted by the four members present. LOCKER BOYS - Sylvan Plunge The rate of pay for locker boys at Sylvan Plunge was again discussed, it having been an order of this Council on July 1, 1942 to raise the rate of pay of the two locker boys to 301 per hour. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by ' Councilman Emmerson, duly adopted, the rate of pay for all locker boys was fixed at 301 per hour. POLICE REGULATION James Raynor reminded Council members that there was considerable traffic congestion on East State Street at Fifth by people making U-turns, the matter was referred to the Police Department for action. Communication from Maude R. Ofstad, relative to poise and distrubances at the bowl concerts, which was referred to the Chief of Police, COMMUNICATION Ili The following communications were presented and ordered filed : From Maurita Grassle voicing appreciation for Street work done on Clifton and Sunnyside Avenues ; , From A. J. Seltzer tendering his resignation as a Police Officer to become effective September 1, 1942 ; which was unanimously accepted; From the Public Employees ' War Savings Committee for Southern California, II relative to a voluntary payroll deduction plan for the purchase of war savings bonds.' which was referred to Attorney Wilson, Councilmen Clapp and Fletcher ; ' From 0. S. Roes, San Antonio Heights, Upland, and Logan R. Cotton, Redondo Beach, relative to auditing the City books for the past fiscal year, were referred to Councilmen Clapp and Fletcher and Treasurer Tripp for study and. report to this Board. From the Division of Highways, relative to a j1emorandun of Agreement for 257 expenditure of 4d Gas tax funds for Streets of Major Importance, accrueing to the City during the fiscal year ending June 30, 1943. Resolution No. 568 approving same was unanimously adopted and the Mayor and Clerk authorized and directed to sign the necessary papers. APPLICATIONS The following applications were presented and ordered filed : Mrs . Blanche Payne for office work in the City Hall Elbert Rose Wilmer H. Cater for Policemanfor Policeman REPORTS Reports of the Building Inspector, Clerk and Treasurer for the month of July, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. From the `triangle Rock & Gravel Company--Royalty on sand and gravel mined during the month of June, 1942, in the amount of $9R2.10; and From Division of Highways-- j Gas tax Fund in the amount of $6885.36, both checks having been turned over to the City Treasurer. PLfNNING COMMISSION Report of the Planning Commission} meeting of August 12, 1942, was presented and ordered filed : Petition of R. C . Coisman for a two foot set-back on the rear property line of lot 59 San Gorgonio Drive. Motion by Hinckley, seconded by Collins , recommending that the petition be granted was unanimously adopted. Petition of Mrs . Lauretta King, 8312 S. Olive Ave. , L.A. , to use the premises at 180 W. Highland Ave. as a guest home, boarding house, sanatorium and Doctor' s office. It was unanimously recommended that the petition be granted. 1 The recommendation} of the Commission relative to set-hank line on Lot 59, San Gorgonio Drive was unanimously approved. The petition of Mrs . Laurette King_ was referred back to get _consent of ; the adjoining property owners. PEFENSE COUNCIL Report of the Defense Council meeting of August 18, 1942, was presented and ordered filed. The xa_wilmenjusigua that the following names be added to the Defense personnel, was unanimously approved: ' I Winfield Robertson Bomb Reconnaissance Officer-Center Control 'II Barry Westerbrook Camouflage Officer-Defense Council Lillian Abrahamson Stenographic Staff Kate Cook " Lillian Larson Ann_Blaanar Lola Clark Helen Bierschbach Lois Sprich Assistant to Geo. S. Hinckley ;I 'Win'sloW'H. .Randall " " Lawrence 2oore-Center Control Purchase of seven two-way radiop for use in emergencies at a cost of $75.00 each, was considered briefly and the }atter tabled II r258 _ Changing the pefense Council ordinance due to the resignation of Ry II Canterbury as Secretary was discussed but no action taken. ,APPROPRIATIONS An appropriation from City Funds to the Chamber of Commerce and Community : Music Association was discussed briefly and the Mayor appointed Councilmen Clapp and Fletcher as a Committee from the Council to meet with a Committee from the two j organizations to determine what could be worked out. REES - en e & eda Recommendation of the Planning Commission, relative to removal of certain trees at ;enter and Cedar was again considered and determined that the trees were I too dangerous as they, were and should be either cut down to three.. f.eet or taken outt entirely. SHIPMAN- City Water City water service to residents on Tippecanoe was again considered, Engineer Hinckley stating the City had enough used pipe for laying the line about 1000 feet from the corner of Colton, Water Commissioner Emmerson recommended that the work be done and moved that the Engineer be instructed to proceed with signing up for installations and extension of water service to applicants northerly on Tippecanoe from Colton Avenue, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously approved. RF,CREA OxgGRAM ' Councilman Clapp reported the Recreation Program soon to be abolished and the office and work shop at 6]'5 orange Street to be discontinued. Upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, unanimously adopted, Commissioner Clapp was authorized to dispose of equipment and materials at 615 Orange Street ( Recreation Center) belonging to the City and which are of no value to the City to keep, and store the balance of equipment. SANITARY INSPECTOR Appointment of a Sanitary Tnspector was constdered briefly but no definite Fiction taken at this time, it being felt that a couple of Police officers could be trained along that line. Commissioner Clapp stated it would be taken nare of by the Police Department until something could be worked out. QRANr'T ,S ' Councilman Emmerson reported that orange from the Water Department ten acre grove would be marketed through the Redlands _Mutual Orange Growers Association and from the Cemetery grove through the Nedlendc Cm-nperativa Aggnriatinr . LEASE - E.L.M.W. Co. property Attorney Wilson presented the request of J. W. Reece and Jas Cram to lease pi a portion of the ,East Lugonia Mutual Water Company property in Mill •Creek Canyon and: raise cattle. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Emmerson, 259-1 seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, the Attorney was directed to prepare the necessary papers for rental and fencing of approximately 250 acres of said property in Mill Creek at 0100 per year, the Mayor and Clerk to sign for and on behalf of the City. BUSINESS LICENSES License C llecter=T `ipp reported b2a.5 outstanding in business license accounts. After brief discussion, the matter was referred to the Attorney, Police Commissioner, Police Chief, Judge and License Collector to work out a policy for collectinn_ of the accounts. o STREET LIGHTS Engineer Hinckley sought Council attitude relative to diminishing lights in the down town area. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, unanimously adopted, the Engineer was authorized and directed to diminish the bright lights and put in smaller alohes. in interest of the slim out order, POLICEMAN Upon recommendation and motion of Commissioner Clapp, seconded by Council-' . man Fletcher, unanimously adopted, George K. Foster was appointed a Patrolman in t 1 the Police Department, effective August 5th, at a salary of ,',145.00 ner month, and the Clerk directed to administer the necessary oath. CITY HALL AUDITORIUM Councilman Clapp reported that the bill for rental of the City Hall Auditorium by the Democratic Club early in the spring to hear Congressman Shepard had not been paid. Upon motion of Councilman Fletcher, seconded by Councilman ;I Emerson, duly adopted, the bill was waived. DEMAND A demand of the Women' s Ambulance P: Defense Corps in the amount of513_90 for signs to be used on the sides of cars used as ambulances as a part of the fefense work was ordered paid. TENNIS METERS Use of the tennis courts in •ugonia Park was discussed at some length and Treasurer Tripp was authorized to go with H. Geddes and take the money out and seal the meters, in compliance with the defense aim out order. CEMETERY Uniforms or coveralls for the .cemetery employees was considered briefly and it was suggested such uniforms might be rented from the Welsh Overall Cleaning Company but no action was taken at this time. CLERK' S OFFICE, Deputy Clerk Gray recommended the employment of Janis Dotson, in the Clerk' s pffice at a salary,cof $110.00 per month, effective August 24, 1942 , which was unea- ously approved upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Fletcher. Vr ri _j` r26® FLEET INSURANCE The Clerk was directed to call for bids for Public Liabil.itp and Property Damage Insurance on the City fleet of pars to be opened on September 2. 1942 MAYOR Mayor Rees voiced his popreciation for the reoperation of the memberet of II the Council and heads of departments during his term in office and voiced his rg- aignation as Chairman of the Board. Upon motion of Councilman Emmerson, seconded by Councilman Fletcher, the resignation was unanimously accepted and so ordered. Councilman Rees then nominated councilman Fletcher for Mayor. No other pominations being in order, they were declared closed upon motion of Councilman Emmerson, seconded by Councilman Rees, and the vote resulted as follows : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Emmerson, Rees Noes : None Not voting : Councilman Fletcher Absent : Councilman Gunter. The gavel was turned over to _Mayor-elect Fletcher, who thanked the members for the honor and pledged his best efforts in the interest of City Government. Upon potion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Emmerson, pnen- imously adopted, the title of Honorary Mayor of Redlands was bestowed upon Ex- Mayor Rees. Councilman Emmerson voiced his appreciation of cooperation of Council ,, members duringhis short time in office and his regret in leaving but felt it his g duty at this time to join the armed forces. He and Councilmen Rees would be leav- ing on August 29th. Remaining members voiced regrets in their leaving and ex- tended best wishes in their new adventure and for a safe return. pills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned,. Attest : City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California - G - G - G - C - G - G - Redlands, California September 2, 1942 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held , ; at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, deputy Clerk Gray, ' Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Christiansen, Fire Chief Thomas ! and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Councilmen Rees and Emmerson and Engineer Hinckley. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and aaproved. 71 261 BIDS - Fleet Insurance This being the time set for opening of bids for Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance coverage for the City fleet of cars, the following proposals were publicly opened and declared: pike and Company 796.14 John T. Collins $ 1016.25 John Wood 776. 52 All bids were duly considered,. after which a motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by 11 Councilman Gunter, that the bids be referred to the City Attorney for study as to merits of the policies and of the two companies having the lowest bid, was unanimously adopted by the three members present. COMMUNICATIONS it The following communications were presented, and ordered filed: From the Division of Highways together with report of expenditures of traffic stripes on State Highway routes 26 and 190 within the City during the fiscal. year ending June 30, 1942; From the Division of Highways showing the July, 1942 quarterly pafinent of a� gas tax allocated for Streets of Major Importance ; From the Barton Protective Association relative to the annual meeting to be held on September 2, 1942. ; From Charles J. Clock, M. D. , submitting his resignation as president of the Board of Health, which was unanimously accepted, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Notification from the State Board of Equalization, relative to an exchange of off sale liquor license from Charles Migliore to James Karam, 338 Orange St. , was referred to the Chief of Police and Mayor for action. TAX SALES - Cancel Communication from the Board of Trustees of the Redlands School District, relative to cancellation of the 1940-41 City tax on three parcels of land near the Lincoln School, West Stuart Avenue and Texas Street, was unanimously approved and so ordered, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. APPLICATIONS The application of Llovd C. Nowlin and Glen E. Gibson, for position on the �l police force were presented and ordered filed. The application of Merman Joling for permission to keep a cow at 1336 Clay 11 ' Street, was Presented and the Chief of Police verbally recommended that it be denied., ' After brief consideration, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Pi 1Clapp, duly adopted, the Chief of Police was directed to file a Written statement [ with this Board .s_t_ating his objections and recommendations. . REPORTS Reports of the Building Inspector, Judge and fillicj Department for the month of August, 1942, were presented and ordered filed, I 262 REF-ENSE COUNCIL , The rem na ton of Ray F. Canterbury as Secretary of the Defense Council, 1 was presented, accepted and ordered filed, upon motion of Councilman Gutner, seconded11 ' by Councilman Clapp. Report of the meeting of the Defense Council held on ptember 1, 1942, was presented and ordered filed. The following recommendations of the Defense Council were unanimously approved: 2. That Paul Wilson be appointed Alien Permit Officer. 3. That the Street i _hts be gperated the same as they were pyevioin to the dim-out, in accordance with Army request. 4. That be appointed as Secretary of the Cens Conn .,i.l,. II 11 7. That Alex L. Scott be appointed as Chief Amid Observ_ex. 8. That the two two-way radio sets now owned by the City be put in operating condition. 10. That a. J. Tripp be appointed "Franking Agen.t.." for the Defense Council. CITY TAXES - Porter Adjustment of delinquent taxes on property of Mrs. Martha Porter was again II' considered, the Attorney recommended that the taxes should be paid by Mrs. Port, H since she was receiving some benefit from rent of the property at that time. ISI RED SCALE Treatment of the orange trfl and shrubs in the Park for red scale was again considered, Councilman Gunter reported that an investigation had been made and recommended and moved that when the proper time came the Park trees and shrubs be sprayed at an approximate cost of $200, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted by the three members present and so ordered. j Treasurer Tripp reminded the Board Of an order passed by this Council some time ago that no firm owing or delinquent in business license can be employed in such work. License Collector Tripp reported notices had been served by the Attorney 1 on a selected list of delinquent business lig &eAa, and that about lathed responded. H The Attorney was directed to proceed with the work of collection and file Judgment Saturday. QCCUPATIONAL DEFERREMENT Attorney Wilson sought opinion of the Council relative to occupational deferrment of Policemen and Firemen, and it was determined to take up the individual cases as they came. SALARY DEDUCTIONS=$OND PURCHASE, Deductions from salaries of City employees for purchase of War_ bonds was discussed at some length and the Mayor was directed to write a letter tQ each individual employee in an effort to determine how much each employee could contribute' Iito the purchase of such bonds each month. DR. WATCHHORN - LINCOLN SHRINE The City Attorney presented a Resolution of appreciates of this Council , for the gift of the Lincoln Memorial Shrine by Dr. and Mrs. Watchhorn._which was duly adepted adopted and a copy ordered sent to the Watchhorns. 263 HOUSING Par Building Inspector Christiansen renor esL the Lugonia Avenue Housing Project ' now in progress, that the Contractor flew to New York to get matters straightened out'_ Councilman Clapp reported the W. P. A. Sewing Project, 518 Third Street had been diverted to Army sewing, mostly for the soldiers at March Field; also That the Materials notslispo ed of from 615 Orange Street, were being stored; That the playgrounds at 6th and Stuart (Mitten's) Were being discontinued as of October lit. 1942; and Mrs. Ludwig's re-imbursement for mileage expense was being discontinued as Iof September 1 , 1942. AGRICULTURAL PR0-RATE, An Agricultural pro-rate agreement was discussed briefly and determined the City would register a "No" vote as to going into any new agreement. CEMETERY HELP Mayor Fletcher reported that Norman Herring was Jjlayljz. the employ of the Cemetery Department and the Supt. _Hartman would need a man in about two months. He I p was directed to hire the necessary help when needed. PURCHASE - PIPE Mayor Fletcher sought Council action relative to purchase of 500 ft. of two inch n oe and 1000 ft. of 3/4 inch pipe. The purchase was authorize.& and it was felt if a greater quantity could be had it would be a good policy to purchase it at this time. RE-ORGANIZATION. Councilman Gunter expressed his regret in not being able to be present at the last regular meeting when the board was re-organized, but pledged his support to the two remaining members. TRANSPORTATION Attorney Wilson reported the operation of a transportation route to the Third Street Depot beginning September 10th, 1942. MISCELLANEOUS Disposal of scrap iron-picking up junk without a business licen9e; and Appropriation to the Cha ber of Commerct and •tun _, • u . - _ • ' . et were discussed briefly and no action taken. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the finsnce Cnmmtssinnsr. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. IAttest : C City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. i tketti - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - I i 264 Redlands, California September 16, 1942 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held V Hat the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, d Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christianson,]I : Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Councilmen Reeseand Emmerson. The ;ntnutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to present , whereupon C. A. Maccubbin, representing the Spanish American War Veterans ; sought permission to hold an amusement show for the benefit of the Organization with-" , out paying a license fee. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman ' Gunter, unanimously adopted by the three members present, the permtt was granted and the license Lae_ waived. QOJIIWNLC_ATIWJ$ The following communications were preaanted and ordered filed: From Maior Robert M. Grant, Headquarters 5th Armored Division, in apprenta- tion of the Do-operation of the City Departments during. the movement of troopa through 'IRedlands ; From 1st It. W. R. ILoward, Army Air Forces, in appresJat on for the rinse. rl sco-operation giY u to the men in. the armed forces while in town; From Mr. & Mrs. John Wickersham in protest to the keeping of a cow close toP ] their property line in violation to the City Ordinance, which was left in the hands Q.f the Police Department; From Walter C. Peterson, City Clerk, Los Angeles, relative to the passage of a Resolution rregmesting that a bill be introduced at the next session af the Leg- 'I islature allocating. one-half cent out of the three-cent $tate Baltaa TAX collected in '! Cities, to be used by the Cities, which met favorable Approval. Councilman Gunter „ moved that the Council go on record as favoring such a Resolution and that a ropy Qf the action of this Board be transmitted t4 the Secretar,y of the State League, which I ' was seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously adopted. Invitation from Governor Culbert L. Olson to a luncheon at the }Biltmore ] Hotel in observance of Mexican Friendship Day in California, 9n September 1E, was ! presented and ordered filed. Communication from Elnora Bliss claiming from ' damages falling on the front 1steps DI the City Nall, which was ordered filed without r.omment. SORTS. Reports of Board of Health, Clerk and Laboratory testa for the month of August„ 1942, were presented and ordered filed; 265 PLANNTNGC COMMISS I01JI The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on September ' t 115, 1942, was presented and ordered filed; 1 University 21 Redlands petition for permission to remove the four palm trees, two at the entrance of Oxford Drive and two at the en- trance of Lombard Drive along the North Line of East Colton Avenue p. A. Blair for permission t4 remove the Olive trees between Grove and Judson Streets on the North line of East Central Avenue Motions were duly made, seconded and carried that the Commission recommend to the City Council that the petitions be granted. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, 1 the recommendations of the Commission were appxomad. T E1IS.ECOUNC IL II Recommendations of the Defense Council, as per a meeting held on September 15, 1942, that_ bC._.. Rathborn, Chas E. Smith, Roland $. Summers, be added to the list el' Auxiliary Police, was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Gunter,' seconded by Councilman Clapp. The suggestion that H. A. Westerbrook, Camouflage Officer of the Defense II j Council, attend a ,school et if. S. C. on &Sex 56-27, 1942, with expenses allowed, was discussed with ne a_otion taken. FLEA' INSURANCE Attorney Wilson submitted financial statements QS the Companies submitting bids for the fleet insurance covering City cars , and after due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the low bid of John Wood, as submitted on September 2, 1942, was accepted. and all other bids rejected. HEALTH=_S.AN.ITA QN , The matter of appointment of a Sanitary Inspector was considered, Mayor Fletcher reported that the County Health Office would give two milk inspections Per month and a meat and store inspection about every three months. Upon motion of it Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted, the Mayor was authorized and directed i4 ate the County Health Office that the City would like all inspections that we are entitled te, until further arrangements can be made. POLICFMan Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gutner, unanimously adopted. Ilpyd C, Nowlin, was appointed Police Pa rdhan at a salary of $145.00 per I i month, effective Snptemmher 12., 1.242., and the Clerk was directed to administer the , necessary oath el office. SLARY DEDUCT_IQNS—Nflls, Salary deductions for the purchase of ILS. Government War Bonds was discussed Land the Mayor was authorized and directed to write a Corm letter to be given to eaah employee for their opinion in the matter. li 266 KEEELLIEUMNB Mayor Fleteher-:presented the.verbal .aopl'ication., of"A:+.t.PDrGa' f-.or:permi!saionl' to ktep 30Gcchickena ohoLaurelcAvedue--Police. :Chief.:>P.etersonareportedothati:afcheckhade been made and about one-half of the neighbors objected, and the appJi ati&n was denied.. LIGH` $ In compliance with the war dim out order, the outside b_ulletin. board lights) at the Methodist and Baptist Lbxr_chis are riot allowed, making the corner very dark for people coming out of church, as the big lights were turned out when the goose ' neck lights were put in. The matter was referred tt the Poling Chief for investigation. VACATION. II The paellaAI extra vacation with pay was considered. It being the opinion, of the Council that a policy had been established, allowing each regular employee two ' i, weeka, 'moan= withgay and that .all offices were to follow this order. �I I GARBAGE_BATES Attorney Wilson stated he had been informed that garbage ratea had been ratsed in the down town section and that nQ request far a revision of the rates had "been made by the Leasee, Question as to the policy of the City adding this collection service to the water rate Ar taX rate was discussed briefly and the Attorney was di- Jrected to confer wtth_Mr. Alchian in the matter. CEMETERY ENDQWMENTEUNU Treasurer Trico stalad there was balance of $7 .700 in the Cemetery Endowment Eland and au,gested the purchase of U. S. Government Bonds during the present drive, which was unanimously approved and SsriQa G Bonds in the amount of $5.000 ordered Purchased. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITES Question was raised as to expenses to the League of California Cities non- i' vention at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles and it was determined that $25 be allowed for Council es and heads of the gepartments. PURCHASE - FTLMPfIOSLECTO.$ j'. Fire Chief Thomas sought Council action as to purchase of a .e miiimet .r film projector in the near future for use im the department. He was directed to check up on prices and present figures for said purchtda_e at the next meeting. ' Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance COIDmL R.iQnnZ. .N fidSh r basin as demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned, 'Attest : j - 6 City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. `a4t, ,y 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 11 267-1 Redlands, California October 7. 1942 Two O'clock, P.M. 1 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held cd at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilmen Rees and Emmerson, Building Inspector Christensen and Police Chief Peterson. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters I' Ito bring before the Council, whereupon C. 0. Allender presented a map and schedule of a proposed bus transportation route in the City. L. Ikerman, Chairman of the ( Transportation Committee of the Chamber of Commerce spoke on his behalf, stressing 1 the need of bus service in the City and urging support by the Council. Attorney Wilson stated the necessity of adopting an Ordinance and certain other requirements to put such service in operation. it After due consideration, Councilman Gunter moved that the principal of the request to operate a bus line be adopted, same to be referred to the Attorney to prepare the proper Ordinance, which was seconded by Councilman Claeny unanimously adopted, same to be introduced at an addou,rned regular meeting on October 14. 19421 1 James Raynor sought the attitude of the Council„ relative to hanging a 11 ( service flag, in the City Hall, placing thereon blue stars for those in ,servi and gold stars for those having died in service. The matter met favorable approval by the was ' [ Council and Mr. Raynor/referred to W. 0. Mulligan of the American Legion_, in request: for the flag. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filer.: 11 From Alma J. Watchorn acknowledging receipt of the Resolution adopted by this Council regarding the Lincoln Memorial Shrine : From California Highway Commission notifying the City that reconstruction sof State Highny Route 26. between State Street and 0.4 mile south of City Reservoir, '( was ineligible and could not be undertaken during_ the emergency: From Samuel Zelman, M. D. , stating that he had been called in to active service with the Army and would not be available for Health Board duties, for the 11 duration. The resignation was duly accepted, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, 11 11 seconded by Councilman Clapp. I Communication from Carlos Guzman asking for six months leave of absence from the City Engineering Department was presented and duly considered by Council 11 members and determined that no leaves be granted for employees to take other lobs for the duration. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp the Board expressed apreciation for his services and wished him well in his new work. 268 1 REPORTS Reports ofitherPolicetlEire;IBoardiof,Health,oBui3ding,Inspector,'T!reasnrev Judge and Laboratory tests for the month of September, 1942, were presented, and or ordered filed; City Clerk for the year ending June 30, 1942; and Triangd:e Rock and I Gravel Company, Ryalty on sand and gravel mined during July, 1942--check in the amount of $898.30 having been turned over to the Treasurer. ,Statement of receipts and disbursements of the East Lugonia Mutual Water li Company-- a check in the amount of $364.60 having been turned over to the .Treasurer. Councilman Clapp reported $43.00 having been turned ever to the Treasurer from sale of junk'. at recreation office now closed. Councilman Gunter reported a profit of $114.00 realized from the concession at the plunge this season but• a net loss of approximately $460.00 on the plunge. Councilman Gunter reported an inspection of the orange groves of both the Cemetery and Water Departments for red scale had been made and found to be in Lood condition as to pests--further inspection of trees and shrubs in the park was being made. APPLICATIONS Applications of W. A. Angel for filter plant operator and Ralph Riley and I% R. H. Clark for positions on the Police force, were presented and ordered filed. 1 DEMANDS A demand from the Telephone Company in the amount of $22.83 for tele- phone service to the Rem $oard Office in the basement of the Post Office was pre- sented and ordered paid upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter. A demand of Brooke Sawyer for $66.30 for Depositors Forgery Bond was pre- sented and the bond ordered cancelled, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded c by Councilman Gunter. _SALARY DEDUCTIONS - BOND PURCHAS Salary deductions for the purchase of war bonds was again considered and determined that those wishing to do so could make regular deposits with the ' Treasurer when cashing their checks and he would make purchases for them, since a good many of the employees chose to continue under their plan of purchasing bonds and stamps started some time ago. APPROPRIATIONS Chamber of Commerce - Community Music An appropriation of 1500.00 each--to the Chamber of Commerce and the Community Music Association, was duly granted upon motion of Councilman Clapp, sec- londed byCouncilman Gunter, bills to be presented to the City for payment up to that amount. 11 V I I 269 PENNY ARCADE C. C. Flinn, Box 4, Crestline, California, sought permission to operate a penny arcade-amusement place in Redlands, which was referred to the Police Depart- ment for investigation and recommendation. CO-ORDINATING COUNCIL (Hallowe' en) Councilman Clapp reported that through the Co-ordinating Council with the ' I 0-30 Club as sponsor, plans were being made for a Hallowe' en program again this year and asked for the co-operation of this Council. After due consideration, it being agreed this was a well worth while affair, councilman Clapp moved that an appropriation of $200.00 be allowed, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, un- animously approved. (Co-ordinator of Playgrounds) Councilman Clapp also reported that a co-ordinator of playgrounds was dis- cussed �I by the Co-ordinating Council but held in abeyance until a suitable person could be found. CONVENTION EXPENSES Expenses of Oscar Christensen, not to exceed $50.00, to the Building lInspectors convention at Reno, Nevada, were ordered paid, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously approved. POUND MASTER Upon recommendation and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman ! Gunter, unanimously adopted, the office of Pound Master was ordered placed under the I,li Police Department and the appropriation of $1200.00 ordered transferred from the Health Department Budget to the Police Department Budget. � I COMMISSIONERS Due to the absence of two Council members, Mayor Fletcher appointed Councilman Gunter as Water Commissioner and Councilman Clapp as Commissioner oflthe Street Department and Finance Officer, until such time as there was a full Board p i again. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the appoint- it ments by the Mayor were unanimously approved. FINANCIAL Treasurer Tripp stated that two more East Lugonia Mutual Water Company andcouldpurchased for $235.15 a h with anet bonds be each,, yield of 2% to the City. li ' Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to make the said purchase from the Cemetery Endpwment Fund. ' Upon recommendation of Treasurer Tripp and motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, a transfer of $1000.00 was ' ordered made from the Redlands City Water Department to the General City Fund. II i 6 A 270 SUBDIVISION - CEMETERY LOTS Engineer Hinckley presented a map showing further subdivision of a part • of the orange grove into Cemetery lots, which was accepted and approved by the to Council and the Mayor and Clerk authorized and directe4/ sign for and on behalf of the City. , LEASE - RENTAL Engineer Hinckley reported the lease for rental of portion of the Edison Company land in Mill Creek had expired, said land having been used for spreading water, although the past several years it had been handled by the San Bernardino County Conservation District. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the lease with the Edison Company was ordered renewed. COUNTRY CLUB LOTS Engineer Hinckley sought Council action relative to sale of lots in Country Club Park Add. owned by the City. After brief consideration, the matter was referred to Councilman Gunter for investigation and to determine the prices for sale and make his recommendation to this Council at the next regular meeting. CITIZENS COMMITTEE SII Engineer Hinckley stated the Citizens Committee, supplying furniture for the army camps needed benches put together like those used in the parks, and asked I l,l for help from the City. After due consideration, it was decided notto use City employees for such work. SALARY RAISES Raises in salaries of some of the employees was again considered and the following list was presented: Ji. S. Geddes $ 6.50 I H. H. Henden, Tractor Driver $ 5.50 to 6.00 W. F. Pendergraft 5.75 to 6.50 A. D. Roney 5.50 to 6.00 P E. A. Rose 5.00 to 5. 50 Robert Nelson , 5.75 to 6.50 Paul Martinez 4.25 to 5.00 Thomas Goodman, Truck Driver- _ mower operator 5.00 to 5.50 Peter Bush 5.50 to 6.00 Elbert Rose, Mower Operator 5.00 to 5.50 John E. Bethke 5.00 to 5.50 II • L ,. . ., 7cW2 ' AtcLewis, Collector 5.00 to 5.50 Claude Miles 5.75 to 6.50 R. H. Sanders 5/80 tp 5.50 H. L. Tate 5.75 to 6.50 Glen Danielson 4.25 to 5.00 E. L. Whitman 5.00 Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the schedule as outlined was unanimously approved, effective as of October 1, 1942. 271 BUSINESS LICENSE REFUND I! Attorney Wilson presented the request of Dr. Donald H._Br_umbaugh for .r_abate on his business license, as he is now with the armed forces. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the request was granted and the Treasurer authorized to make the necessary refund. COUNTRY CLUB Attorney Wilson was authorized and directed to take all necessary steps in placing an attachment on properties at the Country Club in protection of the amount due the City for water bills. TRANSFERS Upon recommendation of the Treasurer and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted, the following transfers were authorized: II $1,000 from the Redlands City Water Bond Fund to the General ratty Depart; went Fund: $4678.74 from the Water Department Fund to the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company Acquisition Fund: $118 from Property Owners Project Fund to the General City Fund. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approvea by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : CG���-�`� -� City ClerkMay r of the City of Re lands, Ca ifornla lrf% - 0 - 0 - 0 - Ili II Redlands, California October 14, 1942 Two O'Clock, P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp and Engineer Hinckley. Absent : Councilmen Rees and Emmerson, Building Inspector Christensen, Fire , l Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. The reading of the minutes of the last regular meeting was waived, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. DEMAND Demand from the Redlands Community Music Association in the amount of $1500.00 in payment for programs in the bowl the past season was presented and ordered paid. COMMUNICATION relative to the Communication to the Mayor from the Peace Officers' Association/war con- ' I ference at the ,Hotel Clark, Los Angeles, October 22 to 24, 1942, was presented and r 272 ordered filed. An appropriation of 225.00 to cover expenses of a representatige ( from this City was duly authorized. Communication from Elam J. Anderson, President of the University of ' [ Redlands, for permission to hang a banner across Colton Avenue welcoming the alumni home on October 31st, who was duly granted under supervision of the City Engineer, 1l upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. it BOWL 11 The Clerk presented the request for use of the bowl on the night of October 130th, for the University pajamareno, which was unanimously _granted subject to light- ing regulations in effect at that time. ORDINANCE Ordinance No. 838. Regulating and Licensing the Operation of Motor Buses III in the City of Redlands, S: nresented, read and laid over under the rules. Upon , motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, a temporary permit to , operate until the Ordinance becomes effective, pursuant to conditions found in items 2, 3, 4, 5, shown in Chamber of Commerce letter of October 2, 1942, was unanim- ously granted. L. Ikerman, Ciai'rmafioof'theeTrarisportation Committee of the Chamber li Hof Commerce, expressed the appreciation of the Committee and pledged its co-operation ;land support. HEALTH_BOARD Councilman Clapp recommended and moved the appointment of L. B. Hilliard a.D.S. , and W R. Quinn, M.D. , to the City Health Board, which wqs unanimously ap- ,,proved by the three members present. STATE COMPENSATION=2N&URANCE The policy of pick leave in compensation cases was considered briefly and determined that in compliance with laws governing compensation insurance and this jCouncil, compensation of the employee ,stops the ,day of the injury and the six days ,, interim until state Compensation starts cannot be applied on the 10 days sick leave 1allowed by the City. RECESS The mor declared a, ten minute recess at this time. Upon reconvening_ and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman 'Gunter, the former offer of the Assistance League for payment of the salary for sery- ,I ;ices of a City nurse was unanimously accepted and Miss Ann Dyer Farrell was appointed, „City Health Nurse--office space, transportation and such equipment as is needed to ' be supplied by the City. 1 PENNY ARCADE The 3pplication of C. C. Flinn, Crestline, for permission to operate .a penny arcade in this City, was unanimously denied, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, as purrecommendation of the Chief of Police.11 II 1 • 273 PROCLAMATION #12 - Lighting Ordinance No. 839, Relating to Restricted Lighting and adopting Public Proclamation No. 12 was introduced by the Attorney, read and laid over under the rules. POLICEMAN _ Commissioner Clapp stated an application for position of policeman had II been filed with the Police Department by Howard Poe, who has had considerable ex- perience as an officer, and recommended and moved his appointment to the Department, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved. PETITION Petition of Property owners on Saritta Drive, for oiling and surfacing the Street was presented and ordered filed. The road never having been accepted by the ,City and due to the inability to secure materials for such work, action was deferred. BIDS Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously; adopted, the Clerk was authorized and directed to call for bids for City printing for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1943, West-o-craft, to whom the printing contract) was awarded, has closed its business, .No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. I Attest : Sty lerk • Mayor of the City of Red ands, California Redlands, California October 21. 1942 Two O'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the- City Council City of Redlands, California, held <. n at the regular place of meeting. � II Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Councilmen Rees and Emmerson. The minutes of the last regular meeting of October 7, 1942 and the adjourned meeting of October14 1 42., were read and approved. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as •pproved by the Finance Commissioner. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the probationary period as applied to salaries , was decreased from one year to six months. I II x274 , The Mayor stated the Council was now ready to hear from anyone having 1 matters to present, whereupon L. Ikerman, Chairman of the Transportation Committee P P of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council on behalf of C. 0. Allendar, op- I ' erator of the proposed bus route in the City, stating they were having a little P difficulty in satisfying the insurance demand. The State Board of Equalization re- quirement being $5-10,000 and the City requirement A5-25,000, and asked that the limits be lowered, as Mr. Allendar wanted to operate under the Drdinanee and conform. to its requirements. The matter was considered at great length and as to the lia- i II bility of the City in case of an accident, after which Councilman Clapp moved that the temporary permit be changed to read $5-10,000 instead of $5-25,000, which was , seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted. PATROLMAN - Police Department l) �' Fred E. Winn, 1248 Alta Street, addressed the Council recommending David E. Howard,l.1715 Washington Street, to the position of Patrolman in the Police De- partment. He was assured the name would be placed on the list of applications for I that position. ORDINANCE NO. 839 _ Ordinance No. 839, Relating to Restricted Lighting and adopting Public Proclamation No. 12, was duly adopted by the following vote: Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher IINoes : None ); Absent : Councilman Rees, and Emmerson COMMUNICATIONS The following_communications were presented and ordered filed: From Willard W. Keith, Director, Southern Sector, Huntington Hotel, Pasa- dena, to Bruce McDaniel, relative to Public Proclamamtion No. 121 From 20-30 Club, relative to their inability to sponsor the Hallowe'en j ' Festival this year. Mayor Fletcher stated that a representative group from the i,Service Clubs, with,. Major. Watson as chairman, were sponsoring the program this year. I II Payment of $200.00. the appropriation authorized by this Council on Octnhe.r_7_,_2942., I' was ordered made to C. J. Tripp, City Treasurer for payment of bills presented, same 1having been approved by,,Major Watson, j II Communication from Councilman Glenn W. Emmerson, now at Camp Barkeley, Texas, of absence II r e , requesting a leave nc for the two regular meetings ,in Novemb0.24 1942, 6was presented and ordered filed. Granting of a leave of absence to Councilmen RARR 6 and Emmerson was considered briefly and no definite action taken,. Attorney Wilson ruling that no action need be taken until the next regular meeting on November 4, :I 111942-- that if they were not present or did not ask for a leave of absence at that I time their offices would Automatically be vacated. Mayor Fletcher moved that the ' request of Glenn W. Emmerson be granted at this time, which motion was lost for lack I04. , ' of a second. -11 275 PERMIT Attorney Wilson presented a permit of James Cram and J. W. Reece to raise cattle on East Lugonia Mutual Water Company in Mill Creek to be executed by the Mayor and Clerk, same having been authorized on August 19th. Check of $100.00 in payment for one years rent in advance was ordered turned over to the Treasurer. REPORTS Report of the Treasurer and Clerk for the month of September,_1942; and the Community Music Association for the period ending September 30, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on October 20, 1942, was presented and ordered filed: Recommendation to Grant, the Petition of Fred Mellies to remove_ an umbr_el l a tree in front of 435 LRVernei Street. Recommendation to Grant, the Pefitiam of H..__H. Nickerson to remove 2 small cypress trees in front of 728 W. Crescent Ave. , and to replace the same with Pepper Trees. 1 Recommendation to Deny, the Petition of C. H.. _Bowman, to remove the palm tree in front of 907 Alta Street. The recommendations of the Commission were unanimously approved. { AUDIT Proposals for an audit of the City Accounts for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1942, were presented as follows : J. Wiley Wallace $ 250.00 Faulkner, Oakes & Faulkner 300.00 Proposals of 'G E. Mullen 125.00 Logan R. Cotton 800.00 were presented at former meetings and reconsidered at this time. Faulkner, Oakes and Faulkner appearing to be the best bid, was unanimously accepted. RENT - City Hall Auditorium � I The Clerk presented, the verbal application of atu&ents_ of the Univensity of Redlands, for use of the City Hall Auditorium on October 31, 1942, for their home coming. dance,. and Councilman Clapp moved that a±ee_ of 1213.9.0_ be charged, which was lost for lack of a second, and the rate as per the regular schedule was ordered charged. RESOLUTION (re, death of Peter Bush) The Mayor announced the death of Peter Bus , a long time employee in the Cemetery Department, and upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the following re_s_olution was unanimouplynedopted, pdered apresd_ upon the minute.. of this Quaid., and a copy sent to the _family* { R Pr- 276 i1 11 WHEREAS; death has again visited the group of City employees and claimed Mr. Peter Bush; and WHEREAS, Mr. Bush rendered an efficient service in 11 II the local Cemetery Department for a great II number of years; and 11 WHEREAS, the City has lost a splendid employee and ° fine citizen, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council hereby express its deepest sympathy to the members of the family in their hereavement ; IIIthat said Resolution be spread upon the I records of this Council and a copy transmitted to the family. 11 HEALTH BOARD Sanitary Inspector Christensen sought permission to have certain forms printed for use in the Department and he was directed to have the necessary blanks I. i' printed after determining what was needed. Councilman Clapp reported the appointment of Dr. W. R. Quinn as Chairman II of the City Board of Health. OFFICE ASSISTANT - POLICE DEPARTMENT II l H Hiring of an office assistant in the Police Department was considered ' briefly, and Commissioner Clapp recommended and moved that Mrs. Florence I. Gorham be appointed as Office Assistant and Matron in the' Police Department, which ,1 was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted. I' 1 SALARIESJ1 1 Councilman Clapp presented the request of W. T. Garner, employee in the II h Street Department, for a raise in salary, which was discussed briefly and no action 11 (; taken. The salary of H. A. Westerbrook was raised from $7.40 to $8.002 upon I motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted. I CONVENTION - Expenses Engineer Hinckley stated that H. L. Tate had asked permission to attend iI I the American Water Works Convention at Oakland, October 28-29-30. 1942, and upon e motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, Ian appropriation' of $25.00 was allowed. II. HIGHWAY 99 _ Engineer Hinckley reported the necessity of a double line painted in the jI II center of Highway 99 throughout the City making it a four lane highway--there had been complaints about people passing on both sides and getting over in the wrong Ji lane of traffic. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, ;i Jr r 1 : I; duly adopted, a double striae was -ordered painted on Highway 99 through the City-- Ji II from State3treet to _T_exas Street. - II li 2777 DEFENSE Mayor Fletcher stated all typists were being taken off Defense jobs and the question arose whether Mrs . Wallace would be able to continue with her duties II II in the Defense office. After due consideration, the Mayor and Councilman Gunter were empowered to a Clerk-assistant to the Secretary for services in the office of the Defense Council. ' Mayor Fletcher voiced the need for certain changes at the Air Warning it .post on Sunset Drive, necessary to make it habitable during the ,coming months. The Mayor and Engineer were empowered to use their judgment in making the required changes and that it be done as economically as possible. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the appointments of Ernest L. Cronemeyer, Horace Williamson and Ralph Seiersen to the Gasoline Rationing Board, were unanimously approved by this Council. Councilman Clapp stated the need for towels at the Elks Club for use of the boys in service, and recommended and moved that the City supply the necessary towels, same to be charged to the Recreation Department appropriation, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : Ij MayorCity :71 y y of the of Redlands, California -0 - 0 - 0' - 0 - 0 -0 - Redlands, California November 4, 1942 Two O'Clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Councils City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christensen, ' I Fire Chief Thomas, and Police Chief Peterson. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved after correction on page 274 to read that"Attorney Wilson ruled that the request for a leave of absence would have to be granted at this meeting. " Attorney Wilson stated that the offices of Councilmen Rees and Emmerson were now vacant, that his ruling had been overruled by Louis H. Burke, Attorney for the State league of California Cities, and that the vacancies must be filled by November 16th or the Clerk will be required to call an election. Ij� 278 - Major Watson presented a report of expenses of the Halloween party in the amount of $372,66, showing a balance on hand of 842. 34. The Committee recommended this balance be turned over to Treasurer Tripp to be left in his custody for the Halloweenh Party next year. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the report was accepted, the recommendation approved, and a vote of thanks extended the Halloween Committee for their fine work. BIDS ,(City Printing) i' This being the time set for opening of bids for City printing for the year 'ending June 30, 1943, the following proposals were presented, publicly opened and q declared: Arthur Commercial Press E 1007.25 'i Citrograph Printing Company 998.15 Ili Beacon Printery 1013.20 The bid of Citrograph Printing Company being the lowest and best bill, the award was made accordingly and all other bids were rejected. 11 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed ; Pi From Glenn W. Emmerson tendering his resignation as Councilman and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the Mayor was authorized ��and directed to reply to the telegram; From California State Council of Defense, relative to a meeting_at the j ! Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles on November 10th; 11 From California State Council of Defense, relative to existing housing (facilities; From California Institution for Men° at Chino soliciting reading matter; From Winston R. Upd.egraff, Chairman, Municipal Section, War Bonds Committee;; ( relative to a pay roll -savings plan for purchase of war bonds; From the Chamber of Commerce submitting a statement for expenditures in ii lithe amount of_ 8.:;2.18, and asked same be paid at this time, which was approved upon 1 motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, and ordered paid. PETITION11 Petition for permission to keep chickens and rabbits in commercial flocks � fat 320 Ridge Street (W. K. Whitson) was presented and granted upon motion of ICouncilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, same having been approved by ' Sanitary Inspector Christensen and City Health Officer F. H. Folkins. REPORTS IReport of the Building Department, Sanitary Inspector, Police DepartmentI and City Judge and Clerk for the month of October, 1942, were presented and ordered 111 filed. ORDINANCE NO. 838 Ordinance No. 838, regulating Motor Bus Transportation, was laid over .1 ihs. 127til the next regular meeting. 279� CITY HALL AUDITORIUM Mayor Fletcher stated the Assistance League had been granted the use of the City Hall Auditorium on November 27th for its annual party for a fee of $25.00. which was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter. MOTION PICTURE PROJECTOR Fire Chief Thomas sought Council action relative to purchase of a Motion Picture projector stating it was impossible to find a used one in California and no new ones were available at this time although the Craig Movie Supply Company o were expecting ten more in a short time. He stated six of these had already been spoken for and it would be necessary to place an order immediately in order to secure one, the price being approximately $550.00. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the purchase was duly authorized. 1 EMPLOYEES - CARS Mayor Fletcher stated Chas. Jones had asked permission to keep his City car at home instead of at the City barn and after due consideration the matter was left in the hands of the Commissioner. TREASURER - PHONE Treasurer Tripp sought permission to install an extension phone in his office for use of Mrs. Wallace of the Defense Council& which was duly granted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES MEETING Mayor Fletcher announced that the next meeting of the Citrus Belt Division of the League of California Cities was to be held in Redlands on November I 20th, 1942, and that Committees would be appointed to make necessary plans and �I I arrangements. II EMPLOYEES (Overtime) Councilman Clapp brought up the question of outside employment by City employees, it having been a ruling of the City Council that no employee be allowed to do outside work. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, duly adopted, the action of the former Council II forbidding employment of City employees by others was rescinded. Former Mayor Rees, now in the U. S. Army Officers Training, was a welcomed visitor at the meeting and made a few remarks about life in the Army. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned I to 7 :30 P. M. November 12, 1942. ;II Attest : __ �`�V • kte _ City Clerk P�� Mayor of the City of Redlands , Calif. . �-i- Q e`Q � &% r &4l, r 280 Redlands, California i' November 12, 1942 H 7 :30 P. M. 1. 1 I An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, 1 I' 'California, held at the regular place of meeting. 9 Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, and Fire Chief Thomas. ` ,I Absent : Building Inspector Christensen and Police Chief Peterson. 1I 11 II Upon motion duly made, seconded and adopted, reading of the m inutes of the last regular meeting was deferred. COMMUNITCATIONS I Communication from Department of Agriculture, relative to an orange prorated, ! meeting to be held in this City on November 16, 1942; Communication from Harold Harris., Chairman Co-ordination, U.S.O.,, seeking Id City aid in preparing the building at 218 Orange Street for use as U. S 0. head- quarters, which request was granted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by li 0 Councilman Gunter. PROTEST - Webber I, Jirr.. & Mrs. George E. Webber, 914 Orange Street, verbally protested the placing of a light pole in front of their house by the Edison Company, too near a l ! palm tree and causing an unsightly front door. y1s.. The matter was referred to the I I' Street Department for investigation and action. G . COUNCIL APPOINTMENT Mayor Fletcher announced the next matter of business to be considered I' was filling the vacancies on this Board, stating various groups were very much it I'. ', interested in the appointments and several names had been presented for consideration. , Councilman Gunter moved that Harold Dike be named to fill one vacancy on the Board, ! which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted. 1 Councilman Clapp asked that the other appointment be withheld until the 111I last possible moment out of respect to former Councilman Rees stating there was a i possibility of his being returned to civilian life and that no adtion be taken II q before Monday or Tuesday on the other appointment. Due to legal misinterpretation, it II iMayor Fletcher said he too felt this consideration was do former Councilman Rees. I Councilman Gunter stated that he saw no reason why the position should not be li 11 H filled at this time, but agreed to wait until Monday if that was the wish of the ii I Majority of the Board. I H Harold Dike, newly appointed Councilman, entered the Council Chamber, was administered the oath of office by the Deputy Clerk and took his place at the II I ) Council table after a word of thanks for the appointment. No further business demanding attention, the meeting adjourned to Seven I o'clock P.M„., on Monday November 16, 1942.- 28 - Y Attest : ro Ci y Clem Mayor of the City of Redlands, California Lmail v - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California November 16, 1942 Seven o' clock, P. M. adjourned An adjourned/r®gulag meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Pres nt : Councilmen Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christensen and Police Chief Peterson. Upbn motion duly made, seconded and adopted the reading of the minutes hof the last regular meeting and the adiourned regular meeting was deferred. Ji The meeting was called to order by the Mayor who stated the purpose of the meeting was to fill the other vacancy on the Board. Councilman Clapp moved that the Sapuncil adjourn to an executive session for further consideration of the 1 matter, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted. Upon reconvening at 8 :30 P. M. , _Councilman Gunter moved that W. Thornquest be appointed as the fifth member of this Council, for the term ending April, 1944, as prescribed by law, which was seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : City C erk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California el)-44L-4- (7111/4-6a- stlian 1 Fr-281! Redlands, California November 18. 1942 Two O' clock, P.M. 11 A regularmeeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held t 1 1I at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christensen, f Fire Chief `Phomas and Police Chief Peterson. 11 L Absent; Councilman Gunter. 11 II 1 The minutes of the last regular meeting of November 4, the adiourned regular meeting of November 12, and the adjourned, adjourned regular meeting, of November 16, 1942, were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS I The following communications were presented and ordered filed: ' FromDefense the California State Council of Defense expressing appreciation for the Civilian Defense Program developed in this City; Y it From Eugene C. Campbell relative to damage caused by palm branches falling i on the roof of his building at• 14-16 Cajon Street, which was referred to Engineer Hinckley; From D. Rhea Igo relative to lease of land in Mill Creek Canyon. Engineer I II Hinckley reported that the Council were to be invited to the annual meeting of the �, Crafton Water Company, at which time this matter was to he discussed, and the Clerk I • was directed to so inform Mr. Igo; Id From the Southern California Gas Company relative to adoption of an II Ordinance regulating the turning on or reconnection of gas service, whichwas referred to Councilman Dike for investigation and report ;, I, f 11 From Redlands Mutual Orange Association relative to a representation from the City at its annual meeting on November 24 , 1942 ; From ,League of California Cities relative to a survey of expenditures 1 and financial requirements of Cities for war and Civilian Defense purposes, which !i was referred to Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp and Deputy I it Clerk Grav; it I From I.Lague of California Cities commenting upon suggestions for a model II Ordinance concerning the Department of Civil Defense, together with a copy of the suggested Ordinance, was referred to the Attorney for study. l o REPORTS iri I Report of the Board of Health and Laboratory tests for the month of October, 1942, and a tabulation from the Division of Highways showing the October, 1942, quarterly payment of the 40' gas tax allocated for expenditure on ,Streets of Ma 'or Importance were L presented and ordered filed. Ili I 283 _ _ -- PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on November 1 II 16 I , 1942, was presented and ordered filed: Petition of Helen- Morgan for permission to remove a pepper tree , in front of 8 Beacon Street was recommended granted, upon motion of Collins, seconded by Ford. Petition of Raymond Beeler, et al, for removal of deodar trees on both 'sides of West Pioneer Avenue, west of Texas Street, was recommended £ranted, The recommendation of the P,lana'ing ,Commission on the Helen Morgan petition was unanimously approved. Action on the Commission' s recommendation for removal of trees on West Pioneer Avenife was deferred, pending inspection by Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Engineer Hinckley, and report to this Board. ORDINANCE .NO. 838 Ordinance No. 838, Regulating and Licensing_ the Operation. of Motor Bus Transportation in the City, was deferred. EMPLOYEES Clapp Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest , seconded by Councilman / unanimously adopted, employees serving the probationary period of six months are to be allowed ,all holidays as applies to other employees, but not entitled to vacation and dirk leave benefits until Atter one_year employments TRANSFERS Upon recommendation of Treasurer Tripp, and motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the following transfers were Authorized; $54.35 from the City Hall Building Fund to the General Fund-City Department , and $988.91 from the M.C.Z. Culikert Fund to the General Fund-City Department. SCRAP IRON Engineer Hinckley sought action of this Council relative to weighing of scrap iron here instead of sending it to San Bernardino, stating it could be weighed on the Redlands Oil Company scales for a _sma.Ll fee. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, that the City underwrite the cost of weighing of scrap, was unanimously adopted, and the hh ineer was direclietto dispose of the scrap to the best of his ability. II Mayor Fletcher reported that tin cans were not being picked_up by the Garbage Collector any more, and the matter was referred to the Mayor for investigation and .report. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. II No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. I j J Attest : ii rk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California! ' (71 74-1)-4.4. 511\6-c SI ' ttes I 284 Redlands, California December 2, 1942 Two O'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at ( regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, 'Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christensen, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : None. 111 The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was now ready to hear from anyone having matters lto present, whereupon Messrs. Mc Ewen, Winters and Iahnt representing the business men and the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council in an effort to secure better ( lighting in Redlands, stating all they were asking for was all the lighting the City could possibly give under the present regulations--that in their opinion pedestrians were unsafe on the streets. After considerable discussion the Mayor appointed a Committee consisting of Councilmen Gunter, Clapp, Dike and Engineer Hinckley to confer with a Committee from the business men and Chamber of 010mmerce` for investi- ,(Ration and recommendation to this Board, BOULEVARD STOPS L. 0. Hammond. 628 Cypress Circle,_ suggested that some of the boulevard stops might be safely done away with, and was informed that the Traffic and Safety ' Committee of the Chamber of Commerce were now working on this matter. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and orderer filers . j From the Assistance League of Redlands, enclosing a check for $150.00 in !payment of the salary of the City nurse for the month of November and asking that ilshe be placed on the City pay roll in order that she be entitled to sick leave , '(vacation and workman' s compensation benefits. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, 'seconded by Councilman Dike, that the check be accented, a letter of appreciation be sent and the nurse be placed on the City pay roll, was unanimously approved; From Paine Fumigating Company protesting a City warrant being held by License Collector Tripp in payment for a delinquent business license, Mr. Tripp ilistated this account was in arrears for several years and suggested, someone be ;appointed to audit license accounts as to those paying in this community. Councilman! Gunter moved that a Committee be appointed to audit business licenses for spraying and bring a recommendation back to this Board, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted. The Mayor named Councilmen Gunter and Thornquest to 'work with Mr. Tripp on such a Committee; From Mary Fackler complaining as to the manner in which the streets are being kept. The Clerk was directed to reply to the letter stating that due to the war Ifand labor shortage troubles we will do the best we can under the circumstances to 285-1 keep the streets in a livable condition; From Mrs. A. E. Isham, President, Redlands Unit of the Council of Republican Women, seeking a room in the City Hall to hold Board meetings of their organization. It was unanimously agreed that rooms would be available for political meetings and rallies open to the public, but not the policy to rent for political committee meetings, and the Clerk was directed to so , inform Mrs. Isham; From Industrial Accident Commission of the State of California approving compromise and release in the James C. Scott vs State Compensation Insurance Fund case; Copy of a letter to the Local Board of Selective Service seeking deferment of W. Glen Solberg, policeman. li APPLICATIONS Applications of W. H. Williams and Charley Francis for positions in the it Police Department, were presented and order filed. REPORTS Reports of the Treasurer for October; Sanitary Inspector, Building Inspector, II'' Police Department , City Judge, and Clerk for November, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. ORDINANCE NO. 838 Ordinance No. 838, Regulating and Licensing_ the Operation of Motor Buses within the City, reading of same being unanimously waived, was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher Noes : None Absent : None COMMISSIONS The Mayor presented the following list of Commission assignments : Clapp : Police, City Judge, Finances, Recreation, Charity Gunter: Water and Parks Thornquest : Fire, Ordinances, Health & Sanitation Dike: Streets and Cemetery Fletcher : Buildings & Building Department, Purchasing Agent Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the Commissions !I las appointed by the Mayor were unanimously approved. SALVAGE - Tin cans Mayor Fletcher reported that Mr. Alchian,, holder of the garbage contract, had expressed his willingness to help out in the collection of salvage and tin cans, and that the Defense Council had appointed a Committee consisting of Waldo Burroughs, Mrs. Max Cranmer and gngineer Hincklem to make an investigation, and he felt it could be worked out satisfactorily. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY Councilman Dike stated that during war time people were moving in and out so fast ‘the Southern California Gas Company was anxious to have an Ordinance regulating the turning on or reconnection of gas service, as a safety precaution, and recommended Ladi �� 1 r 286 IL that an Ordinance be adopted similar to the one suggested by the Gas Company. liAfter brief consideration the matter was tabled until next meeting, upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Iii LAW SUIT Attorney Wilson reported that the Koons law suit against the City had been " voluntarily dismissed and the Boyd case postponed ` ntil next month. ,UXILIARY POLICE 11 Mayor Fletcher Stated the Defense Council recommended the appointment of Edwin R. Hales as Auxiliary Policeman, which was unanimously approved by this Board. I CAR INSPECTOR Councilman Gunter recommended and moved the appointment of Geo. S. Hinckley II, as Mileage Administrator for the City of Redlands to make such car inspections and check according to recommendations as set out by the League., which was seconded I! by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted. - RECREATION SUPPLIES Councilman Gunter stated the Recreation Department had .piurchased some $2SzQ.9Q ' worth of .supplies in anticipation of their wants last spring and sought Council �I ' opinion as to manner of disposing of same. After brief consideration, upon motion ' of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, Councilman Gunter was ' authorized and directed to make such disposition as he saw fit. CITY PRINTIII Question of extra City printing, work was considered, and determined to give all the extra work to the one having the contract unless the item. was for more than $5.00, then prices were to be obtained from other printers. CITY CLERK'S OFFICE The Clerk recommended the appointment of John Woodstra as assistant in the i! ' Clerk' s. Office at a salary of $130.00 per month, effective as of December 7, 1942, was unanimously approved by motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Gunter. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business ,demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : WCit " Crerk City the Mayor Y of Redl ands' California. L)11‘15-4- gLATAItt - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 s II 287 -1 Redlands, California December 16, 1942 Two O'clock P.M. Regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the 1 II regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp, Gunter, Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector ql Christensen, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Councilman Dike. The minutes of the last regular meet ng were read and approved. ORDINANCE NO. 840 Attorney Wilson suggested a change be made in the Health Ordinance granting certain powers to the Sanitary Inspector by adding Sec. 14a to Ordinance No. 650 adopted in 1922. Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, Ordinance No. 840, Amending Ordinance No. 650, An Ordinance of the City of Redlands Relating to Health and Sanitary Regulations, and Relating, to the Sale of Milk Within Said City, was intro- I duced and laid over under the rules. II HEALTH NURSE Attorney Wilson presented a letter for approval by this Council, relative to the terms of employment of Ann Dyer Farrell, City Health Nurse. Councilman Thorn- iquest recommended the terms be adopted as per letter of the City Attorney, subject to chane at any time, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted. The Health Commissioner was directed to secure files, magazine rack and necessary supplies for the Health Nurse. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From R. G. Manley, City Manager of Upland, voicing appreciation for the privilege of witnessing defense trials in this City; From Paul Morse, 925 Campus Avenue, relative to condition of Winery Hill road II (Fern Avenue from Terracina Boulevard to San Timoteo Canyon Road) , which was referred 1 to Street Commissioner and Engineer. From the Automobile Club of Southern California, suggesting removal of some boulevard stops and traffic signals, since traffic volume and hazards are being greatly reduced under the nationwide mileage rationing plan, the Mayor stated the Chamber of Commerce traffic committee was making a study of same and would soon make their recommendations to this Council; From H. 0. Harrawood, Attorney for W. J. Tench Estate, making formal demand upon the City, to refrain from delivering or transferring certain water rights ; From A. Carlisle & Co. , relative to supplying blanks for recording Victory Tax deductions--the Clerk was directed to secure a sample; 1 Il � 288 From Orange Belt Electric Shop seeking aid in securing priority to do local electrical work. The mor was directed to write a letter to Building Inspector II [,Christensen expressing the great need to the War Production Board for someone to do H ' local maintenance work; Notification from Russell Goodwin, Attorney, of hearing on petition for pro- II bate of Will of Laura Hoe--the Smiley Library having been left $5,000.00 in said will; Notification from Office of Price Administration that the ,maximun legal rent , for 627 Third Street was $15.00 per month. APPLICATIONS Applications of Ernest 0. Hedrick, Kay Summers and Hazel D. Clardy for .office work, were presented and ordered filed. Ij REPORTS Reports of the Fire Department, Laboratory tests, Board of Health, Treasurer ;for the month of November, 1942, and minutes of the meetings of the Board of Health tor August, October and November, 1942, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held on December 15, 1942, were presented and ordered filed: A Motion was duly adopted, recommending that the City Council grant the J. E. Hesser petition to remove the two pepper trees at the N. W. corner of Clark and Myrtle. A Motion was duly adopted, recommending that the City ! Council grant the petition of the So. Calif. Edison Co. to remove the Sonora Palms on the South side of Colton Avenue, between Tenn, St. and New York Street. The recommendation of the Commission relative to the Hesser petition was unanimously [approved. 1 Action, was deferred on petition of So. Calif, Edison Co. for removal of palms on W. Colton Avenue, pending further investigation by the Council. 1. ABATEMENT OF NUISANCE_ II Attorney Wilson presented a copy of a notice to Annie M. Wallace to abate a nuisance at 241 Michigan Street in violation of the Health and Safety Code, and no effort had been made to remove the debris. The Engineer was directed to clean up they, premises and charge same to the property. LIBRARY BOARD - PLANNING COMMISSION The ayor announced the expiration of the term of office on December 31. 1942, 'of M. J. Sweeney, as Library trustee; Jackson Rigby and E. H. Spoor as Planning ,Commission members and that E. A. Moore had voiced his desire to resign as chairman 11 of the Planning Commission on account of his health, and that these appointments i'should be made the first meeting in January. BIDS = GASOLINE AND OIL �� 1. Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the ! Clerk was directed to call for bids for supplying the City with gasoline and oil lfor the year December 31. 1943, same to be opened on January 6, 1943. II 289 HOLIDAY It being generally understood that many of the stores and places of business II were going to be closed on Saturday morning December 26th, all City employees were .granted a half day holiday, upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Council= man Gunter, unanimously approved. DEFENSE The following appointments to various Defense positions were unanimously =pproved, upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Gunter: • I i Capt. A. H. Handman) Orville Huffman ) Auxiliary Police Bud Zook S; B. Marshall) W. B. Johnson ) Evacuation Valerie Stone) Mittie Hill ) Evacuation Staff W. E. Nance ) Owen Farquhar) Gas Reconnaisance IIS James Boyle ) EMPLOYEES - WAGES Further adjustment of wages was again considered and upon motion of Council- man Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously approved, W. E. Killingsworth, II truck foreman, was raised from $5.50 to $6.00 per day and Chas. Jones, Engineer in. Il the Water Department from $6.50 to $7.00 per day, effective as of this date. BUSINESS LICENSES Councilman Gunter reported the delinquent business license matter with Donald S. C. Anderson would be settled in a few days, stating he objected because outside operators were not made to _pay. a license. Mr. Anderson appeared in person and Presented his check in full payment for delinquent business license and .Clty warrant_ in payment for spraying Park trees and shrubbery, was signed and given Mr. Anderson. I I � Revamping the business license to catch men coming into town and doing work without a license was considered and Councilmen Thornquest. fluter and Attorney Wilson were directed to look into the matter and prepare the necessary Ordinance to correct same. II RECREATION Councilman Clapp reported all Recreation projects were being closed DecpmbeTT l!, 1942 and the W. P. A. Sewing Project January 31, 1943. It was felt the _Bervice Men's , Club in the basement of the Elk's Club should not be closed and that an attempt was going to be made to 1teap. the man now doing the work. Councilman Clapp recommended and moved that $600.00 be set aside from the Unemployment budget to employ a Recreation Director to be loaned to the Elk' s Club Recreation Center for the balance of this fiscal year at a salar of approximately $100.00 per month, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved. fi Councilman Gunter reported that recreation supplies were practically all being sold to schools and he hoped to realize approximately the purchase price. 290 it CITRUS BELT LEAGUE MEETING Councilman Gunter stated the Citrus Belt League meeting to be held in Colton ii ion Friday, December 18, 1942, had been postponed until the January meeting. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to IWednesday, December 23rd, 1942, at 2 O'clock P. M. Attest : Cify 'Clerk Mayor of t e ty of Redlands, California. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - i I� Redlands, California December 23, 1942 Two O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California; held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, and Mayor Fletcher, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp and Engineer Hinckley. Absent : Councilman Gunter, City Clerk, Building Inspector Christensen, Police,, Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Attorney Wilson was appointed to act as Clerk for this meeting. Reading of the minutes of the last regular meeting was waived, WATER CONTRACT - HOUSING PROJECT The Clerk presented a contract for supplying water to the Lugonia Homes (Federal Housing Project) which was discussed at some length, and upon motion of ( Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted. the Mayor land Clerk were authorized and directed to sign said contract for and on behalf of the 1j City. PERMISSIONGRANTED Figineer Hinckley reported that he had given permission to the U. S._ngineers° Ito camp on City owned property around the Pumping Plant, which action was unanimously_] approved by this Council. Engineer Hinckley stated that pursuant to request of the Federal Government, II li curbs_ around' Government warehouses in the City had been ordered painted red, which ( action was unanimously approved by this Council. O,RDINANCEJ10, 840 Ordinance No. 840, Relating to Health and Sanitary Regulations, and Relating to the Sale of Milk Within the City, introduced on December 16, 1942, was again read and under the rules/adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher Noes . None Absent : Councilman Gunter 1 291-1 No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : ' City Clerk' Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. ma d�-e `Ma_ ",-1 6 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - , I Redlands, California December 31, 1942 12 :00 O' clock, Noon A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, regularly Called by the Mayor and held at the regular place of meeting, pursuant to written I II consent of all members of the Council. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp and Engineer Hinckley. Absent : City Clerk, Building Inspector, Fire Chief and Police Chief. Attorney Wilson was appointed to serve as Clerk for this meeting_. The Mayor called the meeting to order and stated the purpose of the meeting was to approve salaries of the City employees and authorize payment thereof to close Ithe calendar year' s accounts. Salaries as presented were unanimously approved and ordered paid, upon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded. by Councilman Gunter. MISCELLANEOUS Locks on the Auditorium doors, use of the Council Chamber by the American Dion and transfereof liquor license from Lorin C. Mead to J. B. Shepardson (Redlands'' Country Club) , were discussed but no definite action taken. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : Mayor of the iCy of Redlands, California. clikaJL,a5yLt II - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - II 1 4 I;i �I II r 292 ii Redlands, California January 6, 1943 Two O'clock, P.M. "I A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at , khe regular place of meeting. ll J Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building �I ;; Inspector Christensen, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. IIIII Absent : None. 11 11 The minutes of the last regular meeting held on December 16, 1942, the ad- 11 1journed regular meeting held on December 23, 1942, and the special meeting held on December 31, 1942, were read and approved. i! BIDS 0 (Gasoline - Oil) it This being the time set for opening of bids for supplying the City with gasoline land oil for the year 1943, the following proposals for gasoline were publicly opened land declared: 1st 2nd 3rd structure structure structure Diesel Gilmore Oil Company -4 0.12 5 0.11- General Petroleum Corporation . 14 .12 .11 11 Richfield Oil Corporation . 14 .12 .11 .055 _Shell Oil Company_ . 14 .12 .11 II Standard Oil Company of California .14 .12 .11 it 1. The Texas Company .14 .12 .11 IIWilshire Oil Company, Inc. .1175 .1025 .1025 ' Union Oil Company of California . 135 .115 11 ! Tidewater Associated Oil Company bid received at 2:20 P.M. and not_op.ened, per l 11 , Hruling of the City Attorney. Il (Oil) I The following bids for su,plvingthe City with Oil for. 1943, were presented, llhpublicly opened and declared: Gilmore Oil Company Richfield Oil Corporation General Petroleum Corporation Standard Oil Company of California ll The Texas Company_ . Union Oil Company of California i The Mayor appointed a Committee consisting of Councilmen Clapp, Gunter, ' Thornquest and Engineer Hinckley_ to study the bids and make their.nport at the next i! I regular meeting, which was duly approved. BOULEVARD STOPS. L' L. H. Myers, Geo. H. Bunnell and Paul Hallum, addressed the Board seeking to II remove a number of Boulevard stops in the City, stating that a careful survey had ) been made by the Traffic Committee of the Chamber of Commerce. The Clerk read a I! letter recommending the removal of certain stop signs, also a telegram from the ii State Rationing Officer, OPA. , Los Angeles, corroborating the recommendation by the II II Traffic Committee. After discussion, the Mayor named Councilmen Dike, Thornquest, ,, Gunter and Clapp as a Committee to meet with the Committee from the Chamber of I! , Commerce for further study before taking definite action. i, 1 2931 • Councilman Clapp asked and was granted permission to leave the meeting at this 11 time. ' COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From the Purple Heart Tobacco Fund, seeking contribution for the fund; From State Board of Equalization relative to payment of sales tax for operating the concession at the plunge the past season together with a copy of the reply by it Attorney Wilson; From James H. Guy, relative to use of a room in the basement of the City Hall as Headquarters for Company L, 7th Regiment California State Guard--no action taken at this time, it being held over awaiting regulations set up by the State;_ Notification from the State Board of Equalization, relative to transfer of on sale Beer and Wine and Distilled Spirits from Lorin C. Mead to JL_B,Shepar_dssaL • (Redlands Country Club) . CLAIM - DAMAGES • Claim of Effa Duncan, 321 Fourth Street, for injury received from fall on the sidewalk at 118 Cajon Street on October 29, 1942, and damages in the sum of j15,0 0.00,_ was presented and referred to the City Attorney, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted. APPLICATION • Application of Mrs. Cecilia G. Holtane, 611 Cajon St. ,_ for _general office work', was presented and ordered filed, REPORTS Reports of the Sanitary Inspector, Police Department, City Judge and Laboratory tests for the month of December, 1942, were presented and ordered filed, Councilman Gunter reported that the Recreation equipment had been disposed of II for a profit of approximately 013.80 to the City. REFUND - HOUSING AUTHORITY Attorney Wilson reported no progress on the refund from the Housing Authority_, and it was determined tothhol5 the water contract on the Lugonia Homes project until some agreement may be reached. STREET LIGHTS Councilman Gunter reported that the Street Lighting Committee met with repre- sentatives from the Chamber of Commerce lighting committee and G. M. Rankin, Lighting, '! iInspector, and it was determined that more light could be had and still keep within_ the regulations--that if the filament came down 10° from the top of the globe, re- f gardless of the size of the globe, just so it doesn' t show more than one foot candle Power, it would be all right. After due consideration, Councilman Thornquest moved that 200 and 50 watt lamps be used in the street lights on State Street from Third Ito Sixth; Orange Street from Olive to Colton and Citrus Avenue from Third to Fifth • Laddi r . 94 Streets, subject to approval of Lighting Inspector for this District, Mr. Dalbin, i' which was seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted. BUSINESS LICENSES i! , it Mayor Fletcher reported that an investigation was being made as to the best plan advisable to secure a list of fumigating operators, that they be notified of a penalty to be implied if an attempt was made to do business without a license--that the Committee appointed would probably make a report at the next meeting_ APPOINTMENT - LIBRARY BOARD Mayor Fletcher recommended and moved the re-appointment of M. J. Sweeney to the. Library Board for the term ending December 31, 1945, which was seconded by �I Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved. APPOINTMENT - PLANNING COMMISSION II Mayor Fletcher recommended and moved the re-appointment of Jackson Rigby to the Planning Commission for the term ending December 31, 1946; and R. D. Stitt to complete the unexpired term of E. A. Moore, resigned, ending_ December 31, 1945, which was seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously approved. I The re-appointment of E. H. Spoor was held over until next meeting. AUXILIARY POLICE i C. J. Tripp, Secretary of Civilian Defense, voiced the recommendation that H. C. Hays and L. C. Compton be appointed Auxiliary Police. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, the recommendation was unanimously approved. MISCELLANEOUS Mayor Fletcher stated there was a possibilit y_ of getting special aid for remodeling old buildings, making them into apartments. �I II' Treasurer Tripp sought permission to store 25,000 ration books for the Rationing Board, which was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded ;! by Councilman Dike. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner, No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. I' Attest : City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. '! QbA-134LLLit L7"aea ,)Lat atettS I I - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - � II i L Ii 295-1 Redlands, California January 20, 1943 Two O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting_ of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held Ilil at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Chris- ' tensen, Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilman Gunter and Police Chief Peterson. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. ORDINANCE NO. 841 An Ordinance relative to the turning on of gas service in the City of Redlands was again considered and Councilman Dike recommended and moved that Ordinance No. 841 regulating same be introduced--said Ordinance was read and laid over under the I rules. ORDINANCE NO. 842 Per recommendation of the League of California Cities War Activities Commit- tee, Ordinance No. 842, Amending Ordinance No. 828 Relating to Air Raid Precautions, I' was presented by the Attorney, read and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 843 Removal of certain boulevard stop signs was discussed and Attorney Wilson I, '1 Presented a man showing the signs to be removed and Ordinance No. 843, removing ( certain signs, which was read and laid over under the rules. REPORTS Notification from the State Board of Equalization for Off Sale Beer & _Wine at(i, Barton' s Market, 118 East Central Avenue, was presented and ordered filed. Report of Royalty on sand and gravel mined during the month of October, 1942,(,1 by the Triangle Rock & Gravel Company in the amount of : 42.82, was presented and ordered filed. Reports of the Board of IIealth, Fire Department, Laboratory tests and Clerk �1 for the month of December, 1942, were presented and ordered filed.. GASOLINE - OIL Councilman Clapp reporting for the Committee to whom Rasoline and oil bids Were referred, stated that Wilshire Oil Company, the low bidder; was an out of town Company and could hardly serve the City' s needs , and recommended that all the bids be rejected, which was seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously aiopted. Councilman Clapp then moved that the City enter into a contract with the Union Oil Company for supplying the City with gasoline for the year ending December 31 , 1943, which was seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted, and award be made to Peterson & Maine (General Petroleum Corporation) for supplying_ the City with oil for the year ending December 31, 1943. I� Pr- 296 HOUSING AUTHORITY Attorney Wilson presented an agreement modifying the co-operation agreement between the Housing Authority and the City entered into on August 6, 1941, whereby , ! the City would not be required to eliminate a number of unsafe and insanitary dwelling lunits, equal to the number of new building units constructed. After due consideration, I I Councilman Dike moved that the City enter into such an agreement for the duration of the war, which was seconded, by Councilman Thornquest, duly adopted, and the Mayor 111 Mand Clerk were authorized and directed to lign same for and on behalf of the City. li REPAIR OF OLD BUILDINGS Mayor Fletcher voiced the possibility of a program under which certain build-'Il , ings and large houses in the City could be made into apartments by release of materials for ,such work, stating the Government was willing to allow $800.00 in strategic ,materials to bring up to standard some of the old houses, and presented the following names to serve as a Committee for the "home for use" program: W. 0. Mulligan - Chairman Oscar Christensen M. K. Feenstra Lloyd Myers - Secretary Earl Thomerson George H. Johnson Paul B. Wilson - Legal Gordon Donald George J. Fowler F. S. Gunter - Bldg. & Loan L. H. Ikerman 1Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Committee 1. was appointed as named. TREE PETITIONS Tree Petition signed by Raymond Beeler , et al, for removal of trees on Pest 1; Pioneer Avenue was held over pending investigation by the Engineer and Councilman Dike and report at the next meeting. Tree Petition signed by Southern California Edison Company for removal of Sonora Palms on West Colton Avenue, between Texas and New York Streets, was referred to Councilman Dike for report at next meeting. KEEP ANIMALS !I Applications for permission to keep one cow at 410 Church Street by Mrs. Mabel Lincoln, one milk goat at 138 Beacon Street by Mrs . Lucy Holt, and one nom at 916 Sixth Street by Jasper A. Roney, were presented by the Clerk. Sanitary InspectorP Christensen stated that he had inspected each place and requested the applicants to file written consent by the adjoining property owners, which had not as yet been done. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, the application of Mrs. i Lucy Holt to keep a goat at 138 Beacon Street, was denied, and the other applications '' ordered filed pending petitions signed by the adjoining neighbors. ECREATION„SS Mayor Fletcher reported an opportunity to receive funds to carry on an army_ i;recreation program under the Lanham Act, providing for soldiers and war workers recreation, and Treasurer Tripp presented a questionaire he had rer_eivesl, for such 'purpose. Councilman Clapp reported the project sponsored by the City and Elk' s Club closed as of January 15th, stating that the Us S. 0. were axpanding_ their feCilit e5_ to take care of such activities through their new headquarters in the Gair Building,_ 297 and moved that the application for funds under the Lanham Act be submitted, which was .seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously adopted, and the Mayor, Clerk and Treasurer were authorized to prepare and sign same for and on behalf of the City. TAXES or refund. of ..1941 '.Ci.t taxes on Grace M. E. Church property Sub. Demandf r y p P y � II Blk 28, Redlands Survey, Lots 576-7, Blk A, Ex. N. 10 ft. ) was presented--claiming lit was not rented at that time. Upon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Council- !' ouncil-' man Thornquest, duly adopted, the refund was authorized. The Clerk presented a claim for cancellation of tax sales No. 94-95-96-97 of I'I 1942, covering 1941 delinquent tax on Lots 7-8-9-Nly 139.5 ft of Lot 10, Blk 37, Residence Plat in the name of W. B. Chaves, it appearing on the 1941 tax roll again in the name of Alfred C. & Flora Shepard Guyotte and the latter having_paid the tax, Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, the cancellation was duly authorized. DEFENSE The following appointments to various Defense positions were unanimously approved upon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Thornquest : C. Davenport Smith) S. Guv Jones District Wardens ) Earl Norman ) Chas. E. Lines) Auxiliary Police i Vera Smith Oria Esperilla) Incoming Incident Secretary Tripp reported receipt of a letter for Civilian Defense relative to acquiring certain fire equipment for this District . After discussion Councilman Dike was directed to secure a letter from the proper officials to back up our letter ' to the Office of Civilian Defense regarding setting uo sub-depots in Redlands, for protection of Government warehouse] now located here. USE OF AUDITORIUM L. H. Myers, Secretary of the local Chamber of Commerce, sought permission ito use the City Hall Auditorium on Wednesday, January 27, 1943, 7 :30 P. M. , to con- t , duct a "War Time Business Clinic" , sponsored by the Schools and Chamber of Commerce through the State Board of Education. It being a public affair, upon motion of jl Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the request was granted. WATER RATES - VICTORY GARDEN C. C. Reasoner addressed the Council in protest to the high water rates on Victory gardens, claiming the Redlands rate was higher than those in aijoining towns,,. ; The matter was discussed at some length and determined that for separate lots the minimum rate according, to the size of the meter plus the irrigation rate of 40/ per inch, be charged, which was duly adopted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. SPECIAL POLICE Appointment of Guy Daniels and Cecil A. Cushman as pecial Police was un- ISI �I Pr- 298 animously approved. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as anproved by the Finance Commissioner.11 ;; No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : li City Clerk ilayor of the City of Redlands, California. (3\( Lifeutc - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - III II 11 Redlands, California February 3, 1943 Two O'clock, P. M. 1 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held uat the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, ('' Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christensen, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas,. Absent : None. The Mayor asked if anyone in the audience had anything to bring before the11 '1 !` Council, whereupon J. P. Wilcox presented a bill in the amount of $2.16 of A. Carl Muns, plumber, for repairing water pipe on the property side of his matter and asked that he be given credit for said amount on his water bill since the leak in the pipe Oiled caused his water bill to increase. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, the matter was referred to the Water Commissioner- with power to act. REMOVE TREES H. J. Moulton, Manager, Southern California Edison Company, requested per- mission to remove the Sonora palm trees on the south side of West Colton Avenue, between Texas and New York Streets, petition having been filed on December 16, 1942, I1 land stated 'it 'was impossible to set someone to remove the trees and that they inter- ferred with their power lines. The Planning Commission having inspected the trees land recommended the petition be granted--Councilman Thornquest moved the recommenda- II ( tion of the Commission be approved, which was seconded by Councilman Dike, and un- Ilanimously adopted. 11 The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved, COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: , From Local Selective Service Board No. 153 notifying. the City of the classifi4 cation of W. Glen Solberg as 1-A; From L. H. Myers, Manager-Redlands Chamber of Commerce expressing appreciation , for the fine spirit of co-operation on the part of the City in suggestions recently ' 29 transmitted by the Chamber; From Pan American Laboratories-C. E. Warriner, 10 W. Citrus Avenue, offering_ ; I his services as City Analyst and Bacteriologist without fee or expense, was referred ll' to Councilman Thornquest and Engineer Hinckley for investigation and report to this I ! Board; From C. L. Wilson, 3646-9th St. , Riverside, relative to passing a Resolution II in protest to the recent ceiling price placed on citrus fruits. Councilman Gunter j recommended and moved the following Resolution be passed and a copy mailed to the Secretary of Agriculture at Washington, D. C. r RESOLVED That the City of Redlands join with other growers in a protest requesting that the I ceiling price of citrus fruits be set at a price that will return the grower sufficient income to justify continuance in the industry. APPLICATION Application of Jose Avila for permission to conduct a pool room at 344 Orange' I Street, was referred to the Police Commissioner and Chief for investigation and re- commendation with power to act, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Council- man Thornquest. Application of W. R. Hotchkiss, 1600 Dwight Street, for pp g permission to keep 3000-4000 chickens. The Sanitary Inspector having inspected the premises and recom- I ' mended the application be granted, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the recommendation was unanimously approved. I REPORTS Reports of the Police Department, Fire Department, City Judge_j�Sanitary Inspector and Building Inspector for the month of January, 1943; and the Building Inspector and Treasurer for the month of December, 1942, were presented and ordered filed; Triangle Rock & Gravel Company royalty for December, 1942-3395.24. was presentedh and ordered filed. 1 PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on February 3, 1943, was presented and ordered filed: II, Present : Mr. Wilson, Mr. Rigby, Mr. Ford, Mr. Collins, Mr. Stitt, and Engineer Hinckley. ' The Petition of Harold W. Baker to remove the Pepper Trees along the South Line of Marion Rd. was considered, and on motion duly �I adopted the recommendation of the Commission was to allow sat& request._ The Petition of Mrs. Grace Allen to remove the Pepper Tree in front of 831 E. Citrus Avenue, was considered, and a motion was duly adopted to allow said request. I The Petition of ,L. C. Long to remove the Eucalyptus and the Acacia Trees along the N. line of 812 E. Brockton was considered, and the recommendation of the Commission was to allow the Acacia Tree to be removed but to trim the Eucalyptus Tres* and not remove the same. The Petition of the University of Redlands to plant Italian Cypxaas and Crepe Myrtle Trees along the new streets of Oxford and Lombard Drives was considered, the Commission approveilof the Crape My+'tla 1 r300 - - — 1I Trees but suggested that the Italian Cypress Trees were not suitable for said location. { I The Petition of Beatrice E. Jackson for permission for the City to remove the Ivy from the palm tree in front of 657 CaIon Street was considered, and the recommendation of the Commission was for the applicant herself to trim said growth back without expense to the City Street Department. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the recommendations of the Commission were unanimously approved. TAXES The Clerk presented the request of George Tilson and Emeterio Soto for cancels: Illation of a or ption of the delinquent taxes ggainst lots 1 to 5, Medland's, Sub. and ,Lot 14, Brock and Benningsdorf Addition, respectively. After brief consideration, the II matter was referred to a Committee consisting of Councilmen Gunter, Dike and Clapp for recommendation to this Board. ORDINANCES Ordinance No. 841, Relative to the Turning On of Gas Service and Prescribing I'' the Penalty for Violation of its Provisions, was duly adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher I' Noes : None Ordinance No. 842, Amending Ordinance No. 828 Entitled "An Ordinance of the City of Redlands, Relating to Air Raid Precautions", Adopted, December 24, 1941was duly adopted by the following vote : ;[ Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher Noes : None Ordinance No. 843, Designating Certain Public Highways as Boulevards and Re- sill quiring that all Vehicles shall be Stopped Before Entering_ or Crossing such Boulevards' ii li het certain Designated Intersections, Providing for and Fixing the PenAlty for Violation (Thereof, and Repealing Certain Ordinances and Resolution in Conflict Therewith, was duly adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher Noes : None EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY -- MILL CREEK CANYON Councilman Gunter reported he had conferred with D. Rhea Igo relative to the (possibility of an exchange of the "Eyes of the World" and "Pierson" properties in Mill Creek Canyon for an apple orchard farther down the Canyon, which met with opposition from the Crafton Water Company. He stated he had been able to secure an option for li 115 days from Mr. Igo on the 20 acre Eyes of the World tract and 11._5 acre Pierson_ tract which would practically give control of all Mill Creek water and stop the rais- I' cling of hogs. After due consideration, Councilman Gunter recommended that the City join ;with other Mill Creek owners in accepting the offer of $11,500.00 as submitted by D. ,Rhea Igo and wife for purchase of the above 31.5 acres of land together with 5 inches of water now being delivered to said property, together with all water rights in con- nection therewith, which was unanimously approved. ij i 301 TIN CAN BIN Retirement of the tin can bin at the Triangle was discussed. Council members j felt it was an essential need for the duration and that it had been placed there to keep such bins out of the residential district. The matter was referred to a Commit- tee consisting of Councilmen Dike and Thornquest and Waldo Burroughs, for investi- gation and report at the next meeting. DEFENSE COUNCIL C. J. Tripp, Secretary of the local Defense Council, recommended the appoint-II went of Ben Osbun and Fred Sauer as Auxiliary Police, which was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter. Purchase of window cards for Block Wardens, visible by night, was considered and referred to the Mayor and Treasurer to be worked out with the Defense Council and(; purchase the necessary cards. TRUCK PARKING Mayor Fletcher voiced the protest of residents on East Citrus Avenue; and IBeacon Street to the V. P. Hunt Company parking_ their trucks and trailers in front of their houses. It was thought if one tree and light pole could be removed they would be able to park in the lot adjoining the barn and the matter was referred to the Police Chief. U. S. 0. Councilman Gunter presented the need for City aid in carrying on U. S. 0. lactivities--stated the U. S. 0. was willing to take over the certain responsibilities' of entertaining the service men but could not assume the whole expense and asked that the City_ be allowed to continue to support the U. S. 0. in its attempt to provide said recreation, by contributing_$100.00 per month--the amount authorized by this 1 Council in December for a Recreation Supervisor at the Elk' s Club. Upon motion of I; Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, that the City pay bills as pre- sented up to $100.00 per month for U. S. 0. activities, was unanimously adopted. SIGNS Councilman Gunter presented the request of the Church of the Lutheran Hour for permission to place a sign at the east and west entrance to the City_, which was 1 referred to the Building Inspector for investigation and report, it RECREATION: Councilman Clapp stated that at the close of the W. P._A. Recreation project ll, there were a few items left over that were not disposed of, among them a couple of punching bags, and recommended and moved they be turned over to Larry_Nsillift for use jl at the new Army camp at Arlington, which was seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted. 11 CHANGE TIME - COUNCIL MEETINGS ii Councilman Clapp proposed a change in time of Council meetings from afternoon '!, 4 Fr- 302 Ito evening, which was duly considered with other Council members, after which Councill� ll j'man Thornquest moved that a Resolution be adopted fixing the time of regular meetings ' of the City Council as the first and third Thursdays of each month at seven o'clock, P. M. beginning March 4, 1943, for the duration, which was seconded by Councilman 'Gunter, unanimously adopted. SALARIES - Fire and Police men 11 Salaries of members of the Fire and Police Departments was discussed and upon , emotion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, the base salaries of Firemen was fixed at x$150.00 per month and Policemen at $160.00 per . I month beginning February 1, 1943, and any man serving one year in the Department be [raised to the maximum of $160.00 per month in the Fire Department and $175.00 per month in the Police Department. ### See Below Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to 'seven o'clock, P. M., February 18, 1943. Attest r I City C� Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. Appointa of Harold Dike 'a D tial Policeman was unanimously approved, upon motion . of Councilman Thornquest, econd by Councilman Gunter. - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - it Redlands, California February 17, 1943 Two O'clock, P. M. This being the time fixed for a regular meeting of the City Council, and no member being present, the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to seven o'clock, l, P. M. , February 18, 1943. I I Attest : City ,� .Clerk, C ty of Redlands, California .: h - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - , Redlands, California February 18, 1943 Two O'clock, P. M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting, ' it U it Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building In- spector Christensen, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : None. • ' 303 The minutes of the last two regular meetings were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From the Local Selective Service Board notifying 'the City of the reclass- ification of W. Glen Solberg and Hildreth L. Thomas ; From the City Council of Burbank extending an invitation to the dedication of their new City Hall, Friday, February 12th; From Samuel A. Rosenthal, Attorneys relative to the claim for damages filed against the City by Effa Duncan, which was unanimously denied upon motion of Council- man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike; From J. A. Beek, Secretary of the Senate, urging the adoption of a Resolution relative to duplicate service and unnecessary expenditures and elimination of functions for the duration. APPLICATIONS Application of Mrs. Chas. E. Hann for permission to keep 50 rabbits and chickens at 620 Eleventh Street, was presented and unanimously granted, upon motion of 'Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Application of Jose Avila for permission to operate a pool hall at 344 Orange Street, presented at the last regular meeting, was _granted upon motion of Councilman iDike seconded by Councilman Clapp--written recommendation approving same having been filed by the Chief of' Police. REPORTS Reports of the City Health Office, Treasurer and Clerk for the month of Jan- uary,_ 1943, and the meeting of the Board of Health for January, 1943, were presented 1 and .ordered filed. Report of Faulkner, Oakes & Faulkner for audit of Cityaccounts for the fiscal year , ending June 30, 1942, was presented and ordered filed. it Tabulation of the January, 1944 apportionment of the _quarterly payment of the 4j gas tax allocation for expenditure on Streets of Major Importance, as presented by rhe Division of Highways, was presented and ordered filed._ I HOUSING AUTHTY The Clerk presented a Resolution from the San Bernardino County Housing Autho- rity modifying_ the co-operation agreement between the Housing Authority and the City entered into on August 6, 1941, in lieu of the one adopted by this Board on January 20 1943. which was unanimously adoptedj upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by LIl au Ilouncilman Thornquest, and the Mayor and Clerk were thorized and directed_t9 sigma same for and on behalf of the City. 1 LOT CLEANING The City Attorney presented a Resolution establishing the whole City_ as a district for removal of weeds from property, fixing the rate of minimum service chargeH ti at $1.50, plus the actual cost of cleaning, which was unanimously adopted, upon motionL Fr-304 I of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, and the Engineer directed to give notice accordingly. ,i LUGONIA HOMES Mayor Fletcher voiced an invitation to other members of the Board to attend ii dedication ceremonies of the Lugonia Homes project at 2 :30 P.M. , Monday, February 22, . 1943. EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY - MILL CREEK CANYON u I'! Councilman Gunter reported that the deal for purchase of the 31.5 acre tract !! - of land in Mill Creek Canyon from D. Rhea Igo was ready for confirmation and the it „assessment as levied by the Mill Creek Water Owners in the amount of $4,839.40, the Cityls share for purchase of said property and water, was unanimously approved upon 'motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, and $5559.00, assessments and Iicosts, was authorized transferred from the Water Dept. Fund to Mill Creek Water Owners ;Development Fund. GARBAGE - RUBBISH V. H. Alchain, holder of the garbage contract for the City of Redlands, ad- III dressed the Council relative to collection of rubbish in the downtown district, stating that the 0. P. A. had _placed a ceiling on such service and he was unable to raise the '. rates to take care of additional service rendered and increase in wages of his employ-r,, ees. He felt he would either have to discontinue service in the downtown district 'or make some arrangement with the 0. P. A. to be able to continue and asked Council aid in making this adjustment. Mr. Alchain was asked to bring in a new schedule of ,rates in the downtown district for consideration by this Council. WHEEL TAX Clyde Putman, merchant, sought Council action regarding the adjustment of "wheel tax, stating the Cudahy Packing Company refused to pay such tax in the City which would necessitate meeting the trucks at the edge of town in order to get deliv- aeries as usual. Mr. Metzger, representative of the Cudahy Packing Company, discussed . the matter further with Council members but no definite action was taken at this time '. DELINQUENT TAXES The Clerk presented a request for cancellation of a portion of the delinquent. taxes against Medlands Sub. , Lots 1 to 5, which was deferred until next meeting; also A request for cancellation of a portion of the ,delinquent taxes against Lot 14, Brock & Bennigsdorf Addition, the total amount of delinquency being_$63.47 covering a period of twenty-three years. After due consideration, the Clerk was directed__ to accept 10 years taxes in the amount of $27.20 in full pAyment and cancel the remainingL ;years in order that the property be again placed on the tax roll. TIN CAN BIN i Councilman Dike reporting for the Committee to whom removal of the tin can ' bin was referred, ,stated it was their decision that it remain. where it is for the dura- ;tion, which was unanimously approved upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter. _TRPE_PETITION ;1 Tree petition No. 1046, Raymond Beeler, et al, for removal of deodar trees 305 on West Pioneer Avenue, west of Texas Street, was again discussed--Councilman Dike recommended and moved that permission be granted to remove the trees on the south side of West Pioneer at the expense of the property owner, but that the ones on the north side be left until consent of all the property owners could be obtainIed, which was I seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously approved. U. S. O. Councilman Gunter stated the House Committee of the U. S. 0. asked to change the petition enlarging their headquarters at 218 Orange Street, stating the material required would cost.about $90.00 arid asked that the City pay $60.00 and furnish the li labor. The Engineer was directed to supply the necessary labor and the J60.00 ordered charged gainst the 1550.00 appropriated for U. S. 0. expenditures. SALARY & WAGES - City Employees Councilman Gunter recommended and moved that the salary of the Cashier in the Water Department, Gladys Stoddard, be increased to $120.00 per month, beginning Febr- uary 15; 1943, which was unanimously approved. Wages of laborers in the Cemetery Department was discussed and the matter referred to Councilmen Dike, Gunter and Engineer Hinckley to figure out a schedule for all the laborers and report at the next meeting. Councilman Clapp questioned demands for errors in salaries of Mayme Erbeck and Mary F. Wallace due to deductions made for extra time off and Treasurer Tripp presented a statement of time off allowed other employees where no deduction was made) The matter was considered at length and upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, Council- man Gunter and Attorney Wilson were authorized and directed to make an investigation II and report at the next meeting.. NEW AUTO Need of a new automobile by the Building Inspector was discussed and deter- mined to purchase a new car for the Police Department and exchange their 1939 Ford Sedan with the Building_inspector. Councilman Thornquest stated a new 1942 Ford Sedan could be purchased at this time for $1309.00, plus tax. The matter was referred to Councilman Thornquest for further investigation and report at the next meeting. ACCIDENT - Hallum The Attorney presented a claim for damages to the automobile belonging to 11 ' Paul Hallum in the amount of $25.37, due to claimed negligence on the part of the_CitY, Attorney Wilson stated the Citg was covered by insurance for such a claim and the mat- 1 ter was referred to Councilman Dike, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley for investi- gation gation and report at the next meetings I WATER METERS The advisability of passing a Resolution regulating the turning off of water'! ' connections by individuals was considered but no action taken, SPECIAL POLICE !; Appointment of W. 0. Mulligan as Special Policeman was unanimously approved, ry it Fr- 306 it upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner.' No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to 17 :00 o'clock, P. M. , Thursday, March 4, 1943. Attest : • City erk ayor of the C ty of Redlands, California. IVC-i 111 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - i ill Redlands, California March 4, 1943 Seven O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley and. Building Inspector, I , Christensen, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilman Clapp. The Mayor appointed Councilman Gunter to act as Finance Commissioner for this ( meeting. ' # Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimous- II lly adopted reading of the minutes of the last regular meeting was dispensed with. The Mayor stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to ', present, whereupon Earl Prior, representing the Automobile Club, Mrs. Smiley. Mrs. 'Galland, Walter Hentschke and others entered into discussion with Council members re lgarding measures to be taken to solve or control the dangerous condition on Highway H99 (Roosevelt Road) at Beacon Street. The Clerk read communications from the Chamber ;: Hof Commerce and A. G. Christopherson, 16072 Washington St. , relative to same. Some 'suggested a sign on the Highway above the p in _ lant • Mr._antschke �P B P _thought the 'State should lend aid in solving the problem. Mr. Prior stated the proposed new align- ment of the road would have remedied conditions, but due to war complications it was never put through. Attorney Wilson stated that property owners definitely objected to, 1the closing of that portion of Roosevelt Road directly east of the H. S. Girl's Gym- nasium and if it is closed they would have to be paid_for privilege of ingress and 'egress to their property, and Engineer Hinckley presented a map showing certain. pro- posed changes. After further discussion, the Mayor appointed a Committee consisting f Councilmen Dike, Thornquest , and Gunter, Engineer Hinckley, Earl Prior, Wflter , iHentschke and Mrs. Smiley for study as to the best solution of the problem and with power to act. REMOVAL TREES - BEELER, et al Raymond Beeler addressed the Council relative to use of the City tractor to pull the stumps of deodar trees on West Pioneer Avenue, which was referred to Council 307 man Dike and Engineer Hinckley for further study. BOWL CONCERTS W. E. Nance, on behalf of the Community Music Association, sought permission to place two poles and cables at the front of the prosellis to stretch canvass over in order to make it possible to have bowl concerts the coming season. Upon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, that the Community Music Association I Ibis granted permission to install an awning over the stage at the prosellis to permit 'them to have programs the coming season was unanimously adopted. SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Ili George Black of the San Bernardino County Housing Authority_ addressed the Council urging_the adoption of a Resolution approving Senate Bill No. 37, stating the local Housing Authorities were created under the State Act enabling them to embark on a slum clearance program, but with the coming of the war slum clearance was pushed 'aisde and way made for a War Housing Program to which the Project in Redlands was con-! yerted. He stated there was nothing in the bill extending powers to the local Housing' Authorit y to convert any part of this War Housing program into a slum clearance or obnoxious program. He explained if the bill isn' t passed there will be no such thing as Local Authority as the Federal Government will move into the picture and it will be an entirely Federal program--that the main thing was to keep it in local hands. After due consideration, Councilman Gunter moved that the suggested Resolution be adopted 4 ' and a copy sent to the Senator and Assemblyman from this District and to the Bureau of Efficiency and Economy, which was seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From Councilman Clapp relative to City matters in his absence ; From Selective Service Board No. 153 notifying the City that Warren Robert- I; ikon Elliott would be contined in Class 1-A; From Caroline C. Brown, Sunset Drive, in protest to that sect. on of the City) being made into a farming community; which was reed to the layo s _ ndEngineer ferr From Sunset Advertising System Los Angeles , relative toacin and main- taining Courtesy Benches in this City; From the Coordinating Council of Redlands stating no contribution had been made by the City since 1940. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman,i Dike, $2.00 was ordered paid. APPLICATIONS Application of Mrs. B. 0. Harlan for permission to operate a Beauty Shop in her home at 32 Eureka Street was referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation, • REPORTS of theBoard ofHealth, abo a t Reports 1 h, L r tory ests, Building Inspector, Police Department, City Judge, Sanitary Inspector, were presented and ordered filed. Report of the Southern California Edison Company of Franchise Tax due the II I� 308 :City for the year ending December 31, 1942, in the amount of $1635.77, together with check for same, was presented and ordered filed. II TRANSFER Per statement filed by the Engineer, and upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to trans=l fifer from the 4/ Special Gas Tax Street Improvement Fund, the sum of $4,531. 13 to the ,General City Fund (Street Department ) . SPRAYING - FUMIGATING The matter of Business licenses for fumigating and spraying within the City,ll Ilreferred to Councilmen Thornquest, Gunter and Attorney Wilson. was ordered stricken i I,from they agenda. WAGES Councilman Dike reporting for the Committee to whom wages for general laborers , was referred at the last meeting, recommended that all laborers start at $4.75 per day it 'land after a probationary, period of six months they be raised to $5.00, -- all those ,now getting $4.25 be. raised to $4.75 per day, effective as of March 1, 1943, and that all employees except office help be placed on a 48 hour week schedule. Upon motion I� ; of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the recommendation was un- animously approved. The whole Board was appointed a Committee to further consider salary adjust- merits. LEASE MILL CREEK PROPERTY Lease of property_ in Mill Creek Canyon was discussed briefly and determined; ! to ask for proposals for the next meeting of this Board. BOYD CASE Attorney Wilson reported the hearing on the Boyd aw suit against the City hwas set for April 13, 1943. PLANNING COMMISSION II Mayor Fletcher recommended the appointment of Clifford Brewster and Donald terms e d1 December 31, 1946 and December 31, 1943, respectively, IS. C. Anderson to fill, the two vacancies on the ng Commisston/,,' which was un- [animously approved upon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. II PURCHASE - New Car Councilman Thornquest reported a 1942 Ford Sedan car was available at this ]time and upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, the Police Commissioner and Councilman Thornquest were authorized. and directed:; to_purchase said 'I automobile for the Police Department, and the old police car to be turned.'over to the 'Building Inspector. WHEEL TAX Councilman Gunter reported that the subject of wheel tax was discussed at the meeting of the Citrus Belt Division of the League of California C ties in San :Bernardino on February 26th and it was the consensus of opinion that all Cities should LI 309 stand pat and not act too hastily and that the City Attorney of Colton was preparing li a Resolution relative to same which would be mailed to all member Cities of the Divi- sion. FURNITURE - Mayor' s Office Councilman Gunter stated when furniture was bought for the Mayor' s office the typewriter desk was to be made to match the other desk as they had none in stock, so loaned one temporarilt The United Desk Company_, from whom purchase was made, now II have notified us that they are unable to match the desk and suggested we purchase the l' loaned desk for $40.00-plus sales tax which was unanimously approved, upon motion of fl (Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike. LEASE - land Councilman Gunter presented the request of Frank Moore for permis$j r, to lease City owned land, approximately 4 acres, directly back of the pumping plant on Roosevelt Roadto keep a cow and_plant a �. garden--that he would agree to lease from year to year and give it UD at ,any time, Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, second:- ed by Councilman Dike, it was unanimously agreed to lease said tract to Mr. Moore for $25.00 per year with privilege of cancelling_ at any time upon 50 ays notice -- At- I' torney was directed to prepare the necessary papers. it II RATIONING BOARD Engineer Hinckley presented the request of the Rationing Board for two more partitions in their quarters in the basement of the Post Office Building__re.gsiiring approximately ? 35.00 worth of material and _labor, which was duly authorized upon motion I I of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Gunter, under supervision of Cites Engineer. DEFENSE COUNCIL Ij I Mr. Trion, Secretarg, reported the following additional members had been appointed to the Defense Council : John Hazelton Auxiliary Police Paul R. Zylka " H. L. Jakle Marjorie Edwards Center Control D t. of_Emacuatinn Margaret Brice a Mae Mills Center Control-Incoming Reports Mr. Tripp also reported the resignation of Mrs. Mary E. Wallace as office_ assistant, leaving the office vacant, but there was a _possibil.ty_ of _getting a Mrs, i �IYundt , wife of a Construction Engineer at the Army Air Depot, who is experienced office help for the same salary. Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Council- ' an Dike, unanimously adopted, Mr. Tripp was authorized to secure the necessary help to fill the position. 1 VACATION Report of the City Attorney relative to fixing of salary, vacation and hoursli lof work of Assistants in the Treasurer' s Office was read by the Clerk unanimously_ Pr-310 1111 approved and ordered filed. Treasurer Tripp took exception to the ruling by the Attorney, stating he felt the Council had been ill advised in the matter. No furtherl, action was was taken. MISCELLANEOUS Helium accident case was deferred. Treasurer Tripp reported a good tax collection, stating there _p.Lobabl.y_ ' would not be more than a 41% delinquency. i The Mayor stated plans were being made for Youth Week, .dates to be announced later. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : ,ten , p iI City Clerk fv!a or of the City of Redlands, California. (31-4441-t 1M e - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - II til it I Redlands, California March 18, 1943 Seven O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held lat the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building In- spector Christensen, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of February 18th and the regular 'meeting on March 4, 1943, were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was now ready to hear from anyone having matters to present, whereupon Rev. Pratt of the Congregational Church and representing the Ministerial Union, presented a request that the City Hall, along with other business houses and merchants, be closed from noon to 3:00 P.M. , for Good Friday services „April 23, 1943. Same was concurred in by Council members in belief that all employee should he given an opportunity to participate. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, that permission be .granted those employees who desired, to attend this Good Friday service, was unanimously adopted. CHICKENS ' W. R. Hotchkiss, 1600 Dwight Street, personally appeared before the Board in quandry as to whether to proceed with his buildings for the raising of chickens due to continued protests of people in the neighborhood. The request having been in- vestigated before a permit was granted Mr. Hotchkiss, after fully considering the mat= ter again it was unanimously determined to stand by their orginal decision in granting 311:1 the permit, as long as it did not become a nuisance, andthe Mayor was directed to jll advise the complainants accordingly. COMMUNICATIONS The followingcommunications were presented and ordered. filed: From the National Brotherhood of Service seeking permission to hold a Brotherhood Dayflower sale in this Cityon Saturday, April 3, 1943, for the benefit II of the blind and handicapped people , which was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Thornquest; From the National Clean Up and Paint Up Campaign Bureau, relative to a IClean Up-Paint Up-Fix Un Campaign in this City, which was tabled; IIFrom the Interim Committee Investigating Camps for Juvenile Delinquents, relative to use of unoccupied Forestry Camps for rehabilitatingyouthsconvicted of Hinor crimes, was read and referred to Mayor Fletcher for reply; From the Redlands Coordinating Council relative to juvenile problems in they City and the need for adequately trained men on the Police force ; REPORTS Report of the Treasurer for February, 1943; Report of the Southern California Gas Companx for the period ending Decem- ber, 31, 1942, and enclosing a check for $2,635.30 in full payment for franchise tax 1 ; for that period; From the Division of Highways showing the estimated apportionment of i- I gas tax allocation for the 1943-45 biennium as $16,050.00, were presented and ordered',', filed; PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on March 18, 1943, was presented and ordered filed: Mr. Isaac Ford was duly elected President and Mr. Paul Wilson Secretary. The Permit to Mr. Hotchkiss for permission to raise a commerical flock of chickens was discussed--also the proposed "Water Trap" on Roosevelt Road, no action on either subject was taken by b the Commission. I — Recommendations on the following were adopted after a tour of inspection : To deny the Petition of Mrs. H. A. Richardson for permission to re- move the pepper tree in front of 1425 Orange Street ; To approve the petition of Mrs. B. 0. Harlan for permission to es- tablish a Beauty Shop in her home at 32 Eureka Street; on Cedar west of Center tl To approve the suggestion that the Eucalyptus trees/be topped 6 feet from the bottom. The suggestion being from Mr. Hinckley, City Engineer. 1' To approve the request to remove the Palm Tree at the east end of the V. P. Hunt Company' s propertx. This being necessary for suit- able driveway purposes. The petition of 0. R. Schwab for permission to remove the three pepper trees on the SE cor. of Alta Street and Sun Avenue, was con- sidered and the Commission recommended that only the two small trees be removed on condition that small new pepper trees be replanted. The recommendations of the Commission were unanimously approved, upon motion of Council- Iman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike. li COUNTRY CLUB PROPERTY Councilman Gunter reported that the Country Club property was going to be i r 312 sold in April and sought Council action relative to deeding the ad joining City owned vacant lot to them, which was deferred for further consideration. LEASE - MILL CREEK CANYON PROPERTY , The Clerk presented the proposal of D. Rhea Igo and J. W. Reece for leasing , ,property in Mill Creek Canyon. Councilman Gunter recommended and moved that since the 'ICrafton Water Company were co-owners, the proposals be passed on to them for their ,consideration and opinion in the matter, which was seconded by Councilman Thornquest, l kinanimously adopted. COURTESY BENCHES Placing of Courtesy Benches on Street corners was again considered and de termined that if there was need for same, the City would make benches similar to the ones formerly used at street car stops instead of those for public advertising. • Councilman Gunter stated there had been a request from two or three ladies ijfor permission to place an ornamental bench on Fourth Street in front of the Library ,lat some future date--no action taken at this time. FLORAL PARK Comments on the beauty of Floral Park were made by Council members and others, ,'and a Resolution was unanimously passed commending the Beautification Committee of lithe Contemporary Club and the Superintendent of Parks, W. T. Ferguson, for the trans fii.formation of the City Duma to the beautiful park near the main western approach to the ` ''City. it LICENSE AGREEMENT Councilman Gunter presented a license agreement from the Southern California . Edison Company to the City and East Lugonia Mutual Water Company, for use of their land on Mill Creek cone, between power house #1 and #2 for spreading and. sinking of fi ,winter water, and recommended that it be approved, which was seconded by Councilman IThornquest, unanimously adopted, and the Mayor and Clerk were authorized and directedl' to execute same for and. on behalf of the City. i' POLICE - APPOINTMENT fi '' Commissioner Clapp recommended and moved the appointment of Charley Francis '' as patrolman in the Police Department, effective March17, 1943, which was unanimously!! ' approved. • WATER TRAP fi Commissioner Dike commended Engineer Hinckley for the job done on the Water ,. Trap on Roosevelt Road, just back of the High School Girls gymnasium. Question of the it City being held responsible for any damages was discussed with no decision reached. TAXES ' Upon request of Treasurer Tripp and motion of Councilman Thornquest, secondl Ped by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted, the Treasurer was authorized' to accept City tax payments without penalty Up to and including March 13, 1943. DEFENSE_ Secretary Tripp reported that Mrs . Virginia Yundt would be leaving about 313 April 1st but that Mrs. Laura Vroman was available for assisting with Defense- work at the same salary. He was directed to secure the necessary help. RAT POISON Sanitary Inspector Christensen presented the problem of rats in the down d town district and especially along the Zanja, which was referred to the Engineer and Sanitary Inspector to determine the best plan for control of the situation. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. ' I No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : City erk Mayor of the City of Redlands, Californ a. 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California April 1, 1943 Seven O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Fire Chief Thomas and Police ' Chief Peterson. Absent : Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed : li From Ernest T. & Laura Carter, Dwight Street, in protest to W. R. Hotchkiss ' commercial chicken ranch; From the Chamber of Commerce relative to payment of the balance of their appropriation for this fiscal year, which was duly authorized, upon motion of Council's man Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp; From War Production Board urging cooperation in conservation of building materials ; 11 From Mrs. Mary M. Hill, Secretary of the Citrus Belt League of California ' Cities, relative to the action of the League on wheel tax: From Douglas Armstrong, Member of Assembly, urging Council members to send in their views regarding pending Legislative matters, which was referred to Councilmen , Gunter, Thornquest and Attorney Wilson ; j From the Chamber of Commerce asking that the present Business License Ordinl'. ; ance be changed to increase the fee for palmistry, fortune telling, etc. From A. 0. Peterson, Chief of Police , recommending that a permit be issued A. H. Meyer to locate 100 hives of bees south and west of the Clarence White residence 314 S ,on Sunset Drive, which was referred to the Chief of Police and Mayor. TRANSFER Per statement filed by the Engineer, and upon motion of Councilman Gunter, ' .. seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the Treasurer was authorized and directed to trans- 4Ifer from the Property Owners Project Fund to the General Fund-Street Department, the !i , sum of $91.88. APPLICATIONS Application of Robert Stockham, 2708 Third Street, for position with the Police 'or Fire Department , was presented and ordered filed. Application of. W. K. Whitson for permit to keep one cow at 320 Ridge Street, was deferred pending approval by the adjoining neighbors; and Howard R. Mc Pherson for permission to keep two hogs at 806 High Avenue, was r. denied, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. REPORTS Reports of the Pound Master, Police Department, CitwJuda_e . Laboratory tests, Building Inspector and Sanitary Inspector, for the month of March, 1943, were presented land ordered 'filed. Report of the Redlands Heights Water Company for the fiscal year ending February 28, 1943, was presented and ordered filed. CARNIVAL SHOW Attorney Wilson presented the request of the Spanish American War Veterans for permission to sponsor Martin' s Carnival Show May 15-23, 1943, for benefit of the Vet- 1 ,crane, which was unanimously approved, upon motion' of Councilman Clapp, seconded by ,Councilman Dike. COLLECTION OF RUBBISH Harold Winters, Manager of the J. C. Penney Company, sought Council action re Llative to the collection of rubbish from the J. C. Penney Company, stating the Govern ment had placed a ceiling on such service and he refused to pay any: increase in fee. After lengthy discussion it was suggested that he have the trash hauled by some _ ri- °vate truck owner, that the City trucks were not available for such service. LEASE Attorney Wilson presented copies of a lease-agreement for approximately four acres of land immediately back of the City Pumping Plant and Reservoir, being a portion of Lot 40, Redlands Heights Map No. 8, which was unanimously approvedupon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Gunter, and the Mayor and Clerk were auth orized and directed to sign for and on behalf of the City of Redlands. DEMAND Finance Commissioner Clapp questioned payment of a demand to E. L,_Field for ;repair of the roof of the building adjoining City Hall park belonging to E. C. Camp- !bell. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unenimouslr ,adopted, the Clerk was directed to pay the amount of $7.00 for repair of the brick house in the Park. :91 315 CLOSE PORTION SUMMIT AVE. B \, Petition No. 4297, Wm. T. Gibson, et alt for closing portion of Summit Ave- I 111 , ,nue B, between Summit Avenue and Franklin Avenue, was presented and referred to the I . I 'Planning Commission. �i SALARY & WAGE ADJUSTMENT Councilman Dike recommended and moved the adoption of the following salary ' ladjustments for City Hall employees, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unani- II mously adopted: Lois Sprich - Clerk, Engineer' s Office from $140.00 to $150.00 per month Marjorie Wearne - Secretary Water Department-" 130.00 " 150.00 " Gladys Stoddard - Cashier " " " 120.00 " 125.00 " " , Josephine Herman - Biller 't 9 " 110.00 " 120.00 " " John Woodstra - Accountant & Clerk Asst. " 130.00 " 150.00 " " Sadie Mae Gray - Deputy Clerk 155.00 165.00 Mayme Erbeck - Assistant Treasurer " 155.00 " 165.00 " " Florence I. Gorham - Police Woman n 100.00 " 110. 00 " " USE - City Hall Auditorium Councilman Dike sought information as to use of the City Hall Auditorium , 'for school dances, stating he had been contacted by Mr. Hentschke relative to same. He was informed that a certain schedule had been set up some time ago for use of the Auditorium for private functions and should be followed. CLOSE - Reservoir Street Engineer Hinckley stated proceedings should be started soon for closing of Reservoir Street, from Fern Avenue to Roosevelt Road, but no action was taken at this: 11 time. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : ��- — ( I C1 y Clerk Mayor of t e ity o Redlands, Cal fornix. V �t ` 4t I p, - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - Redlands, California April 15, 1943 1 Seven O'clock, P. M. 1 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilman Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christensen, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Treasurer Tripp. 1 The minutes of the last regular muting were read, and approved. COMMUNICATIONS h 11 Communication from the Department of Justice relative to the recognition of citizens who have become naturalized the past year. Upon motion of Councilman ,�'�, 316 Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted, the Mayor was authorized and directed to proclaim. May 16, 1943, as "I am an American''Day". Notification from the State Board of Equalization, relative to transfer oP On Sale-beer, license from Joe Rodriquez, 510 Third Street, Redlands, to Joae De gg , which was ordered filed, REPORTS Report of the Board of Health for the month of March, 1943, was presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION II The .following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on April 15, !il943, was presented and ordered filed: At the Suggestion of Mr. Ford, it was duly moved, seconded and carried that the City Council, recommend to the Highway Dept. that a warning sign. be placed on the Crystal Springs Grade as follows : "Warning Grade Ahead Low Gear". Recommendations on the following Petitions were duly adopted after 1 a tour of inspection: 1. To Approve the Petition of Mrs. J. R. Ellis to remove the pepper Tree in front of 107 E. Olive Ave. 2. To Approve the Petition of Antonio Jacinto,_on the condition that he reset and replant two of the destroyed trees with some of the trees to be removed so that the entire row will be uniform. Here the petition requested permission to remove every other Palm Tree along the E. line of San Mateo between Cypress & Clifton, (No permission being required to remove the stumps along the N. line of Clifton Avenue East of San Mateo. ) 3. To Deny the Petition of W. E. Shields for permission to remove a Palm Tree in front of 754 W._lii$hland, and suggested that an adjacent driveway be installed. 4. To deny the Petition of the property owners to close a portion, and make narrower a portion of Summit Ave. B (Dwight St. ) • 5. The Commission informally expressed approval of Mrs. Momyer's oral request to divide her : • : • . . V. apartments and suggested that a Formal Petition be filed and the neighbors ' signatures assenting to the change be secured. 4he recommendations of the Planning Commission were unanimously approved, upon motion if Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike. REAL ESTATE OFFICE Mr. J. S. Brown sought Council action relative to maintaining, a real estate H office at his home, 426 Cajon Street, same being a branch of the Sprout Realty Company. °No objection was raised by the Council as long as there was no display of bill boards r advertising his listings. LEASE OF LAND -- Frank W. Moore. Attorney Wilson presented a re-draft of the lease-agreement with Frank W. 'Moore, approved at the last regular meeting of this Board, stating Mr. Moore objected to the renewal of this lease each year and that it had been rewritten to continue ' until such time as the required notice was flied with this Council. The Mayor and ''Clerk were authorized and directed to sign same for and on behalf of the City and the ll, re-draft unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike. 317 APPLICATION Application of Warren Jonest 923 Stillman Avenue, for position of locker boy at Sylvan Plunge the coming season, was presented and ordered Piled._ DOGS vs. VICTORY GARDENS Destruction of Victory Gardens by dogs running at large, was considered II' briefly, but no action taken at this time. BUSINESS LICENSE Attorney Wilson presented a check in the amount of $55.60 for settlement in full for delinquent business license of H. 0. Harrawood. The matter was ordered held_i' i p over due to the absence of License Collector Tripp. BOYD LAW SUIT SII Attorney Wilson stated a settlement had been offered in the matter of the Boyd Law Suit against the City, for the sum of $1400.00. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted, settlement was authorized I, II pursuant to formal Resolution and terms presented by Attorney Wilson and Attorney fees in the amount of $500.00 to Surr & Hellyer were ordered paid. DEMANDS Attorney Wilson reported the statement for damages to the Paul Helium car had been presented to John T. Wood, local agent for insurance covering the City fleetl', of cars, for payment. Demand of E. T. Field in the amount of $2.50 for repair of damaged to the roof of the Campbell building, was ordered paid upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. CEMENT BLOCK Councilman Gunter sought Council attitude relative to removal of the cement slab in the park just north of the City Hall, built to hold the cannon removed from Sylvan Park, which was duly authorized upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike. DEFENSE COUNCIL Appointment of C. W. Soffel as Auxiliary Policeman and L. 0. Hammond as Assistant Chief Air Raid Warden to canvass the town and build up defense personnel, as per recommendation of the Defense Council, was unanimously approved. Mayor Fletcher reported a full page advertisement in the Redlands Daily which Facts launching the Bond Drive, at a cost of $ 50.00 -- the City sponsoring the drive,/ was unanimously approved. CEMETERY ENDOWMENT FUNDS Councilman Dike reported a chance to make approximately pproximately 0420.00 on sale of ;Montebello School District bonds and recommended purchase of U. S. War Savings Defense IIIBonds, Series G. Councilmen Dike and Gunter and Treasurer Tripp were appointed to , invest Cemetery Endowment Fund money to their best judgment. SALARY The salary of Z. A. Marsh. Pound Master, was increased from $100.00 to 8115_00 • II Pr- 318 per month, upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously :adopted, MISCELLANEOUS I. Ford addressed the Council, suggesting that one fire truck be placed on II some vacant lot to be kept in readiness for any emergency in case the fire hall should ',be damaged and also stressed the need of a new Fire Hall. Copy of letter sent to Douglas P. Armstrong, Assemblyman, this district, stating City' s views and suggestions on pending measures before the Legislature as ' (prepared by the City Attorney, was presented and ordered filed, Opening of the Oriental Swimming Pool the coming season; water trap at the `High School grounds were discussed without action. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner., No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : 7 City Clerk ' ayo 'he C tyiyof Redlands, California, (114-64:-Civ‘L1/41, letr3/4 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - II 1 II Redlands, California May 6, 1943 Seven O' clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy 1Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector RChristensen, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilman Gunter. This being-the annual Observance Of '!Youth Week", Student-Mayor Margaret ,(Perry called the meeting to order, and the minutes of the last regular meeting were read by Student-Clerk Jay Hale, and unanimously approved. ' On behalf of student officials-of-the-day, Mayor Perry expressed apprecia- tion for the courtesy shown them by City officials. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed: From the Golden State Investment Company, 1818 So. Harvard, Los Angeles, California, tendering the use of four lots on the corner of Church and High Streets, for use as a Victory garden; From Civilian Club of Camp Haan, accepting the use of facilities at Sylvan IlEark on Sunday, May 23, 1943; 319 From Ralph E. Swing, relative to his support of Senate Bills Nos . 796 and 546 . books. From Faulkner, Oakes and Faulkner, relative to the annual audit of City APPLICATIONS Application of Charlotte V. Bennett, Cedar Falls, Iowa, for position of Life Guard or Instructor at Sylvan Plunge the coming season; and 111 Nettie V. Wallace for work at the Oriental Avenue Swimming Pool, were presented and ordered filed_ II'i REPORTS Reports of the Sanitary Inspector, Building Inspector, Police Department , Laboratory tests and City Judge for the month of April, 1943; Franchise tax from the I' California Water & Telephone Company for the year 1942 in the amount of $1.342.89 : and George Pollen, for sale of scrap iron in the amount of $43.75, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION The following report of the Planning Commission meeting held on May 6, 1943,1 was presented and ordered filed: Chairman Ford lead an informal discussion on the advisability of studying the problem of replanting and rehabilitating the street trees and in particular the Pepper Trees. Mr. Hinckley stated that Pepper Trees needed constant care, and the costs were excessive to properly care for said trees. No official action was taken and the Chairman stated that he would appoint a committee at a future meeting to suggest some major plans , and proposals for uniform planting of other types of ornamental trees. Favorable Recommendations were duly adopted on the following Petitions : D. R. Tingler' s Petition to remove the black acacia tree in front of 511 Cajon Street. W. F. Booker' s Petition to remove the pepper tree in front I,I of 1056 Chestnut Avenue. (Also to ,remove the second tree from the corner in front of 1060 was adopted although no petition was before the Commission on this. ) R. Vander Wall ' s Petition for permission to remove the two pepper trees in front of 315 W. Colton Avenue. (Also to remove the large pepper tree directly to the east, although no petition was before the Commission on this. ) The Petition of E. G. Miller for permission to remove twn pepper trees in front of 245 - 4th Street was laid on the table pending a study on the whole pepper tree matter. The recommendations of the Planning Commission were unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike. GARBAGE DISPOSAL Attorney Wilson presented and read a communication from V. H. Alchian, holder of the contract for removal and disposal of rubbish and garbage within the City, requesting that consideration be given his proposed new schedule of rates and prices. The matter was referred to Councilmen Thornquest . Dike and Clapp for study ij and report at the next meeting. ORDINANCE NO. 844 Upon request, of the Building Inspector,. Attorney Wilson presented 0rdinanccH I � ilii Prr 320 INo. 844, Prohibiting the Sale, Rental or Disposal of Substandard and Unsafe Electrical Pi 1Materials, Devices and Appliances, which was read and laid over under the rules. SOUTHERN PACIFIC COMPANY 1I Communication from the Southern Pacific Company, relative to further con- sideration by the Council of their application for franchise to operate in the City. I' ,was read and tabled until next meeting. HALLUM - Accident Case Attorney Wilson reported he had been assured by the insurance Company that Hiamages to the Hallum automobile, resulting from an accident on East Fern Avenue, II would be taken care of. LEASE= Mill Creek Property The Clerk presented a proposal from D. Rhea Igo for lease of the Jackson Ranch in Mill Creek Canyon for cattle grazing at a rental of 8300.00 per year, and removal of the improvements if desired. Attorney Wilson presented a proposed lease signed by the President and Secretary of the Crafton Water Company for rental of said property to J. W. Reece., jand for approval by the City. Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, the matter was tabled until next meeting.. TRIANGLE ROCK & GRAVEL COMPANY Attorney Wilson reported that the Triangle Rock & Gravel Company had been Iltakiag gravel off the adjoining property belonging to San Bernardino Valley Water II District with the City receiving the benefits. Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest , I'' ( seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Street Commissioner and Engineer were directed to I investigate and report to this Board. HORSE SHOW Engineer Hinckley sought Council action relative to use of the City truck and labor in preparing Burrage Field for the annual horse show, which was duly ap- • I' I' ! proved, SAFE Upon recommendation and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman ;Dike, the large safe at the Police Department was loaned to the Contemporary club I' I, for the duration and five years thereafter. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commi»stoq-J er. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : 1 City Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. -11 .321 - - -- ------- ----- - - --- Redlands, California May 20, 1943 1 Seven O'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, held at, the regular place of meeting. 4 Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Engineer Hinckley, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent: Treasurer Tripp. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was now ready to hear from anyone in the audience having matters to present, whereupon F. A. Morgan, owner of the Hill Crest Inn, addressed the Council relative to complaints filed by the Building Inspector regarding the accumulation of rubbish in stairways, defective floor heaters, no exit lights during the day and renting of the store' buildings for housekeeping quarters, --and asked for sixty days time to meet the necessary requirements. After due consideration, upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted, he was directed to make the necessary repairs to the Inn by July 1, 1943, under jurisdiction of the Building Inspector and according to State "aw, and that the people be ordered to move out of the store buildings within five days time. OBSERVATION POST James Raynor addressed the Council protesting the condition of the road approaching the Observation Post off Sunset Drive, just outside the City Limits, i which was referred to the Chief Observer--Alex Scott. Mr. Raynor also suggested the chain fencing along Garden Street be taken down and turned over to Defense. F1 CITY CLERK' S OFFICE The deputy Clerk recommended the appointment of J. D. Inman, as assistant in the Clerk' s Office at a salary of $165.00 per month, effective as of this date, which 1 was unanimously approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From Richard Graves, Executive Secretary of the League of California Cities,j relative to misinformation regarding Senator Swing' s attitude toward certain Senate and Assembly bills; From Division of Highways showing apportionment of April, 1943, payment of Ij I *0' Gas Tax allocation on Streets of Major Importance; also apportioned for expenditure within Cities for the Biennial period July 1, 1941 to June 30, 1943 � I REPORTS Reports of the Health Department for the monthcf April and Laboratory tests for the first part of May, 1943, were presented and ordered filed. II 322 I APPLICATIONS I The following applications were presented and ordered filed : II Mrs . Clifford E. Cagle - for general office work Richard Huckaby - for locker boy at Sylvan plunge I II Mrs . Howard Smiley - for Cashier at Sylvan plunge ORDINANCE NO. 844 Reading of Ordinance No. 844, relative to the sale of Unsafe Electrical Equip- i, H the Ordinance ment, introduced at the last regular meeting, was unanimously waived, and/duly adopted 1 I, by the following votes : II it • Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher i Noes : None Absent: None. Il SOUTHERN PACIFIC FRANCHISE il Granting of a franchise to the Southern Pacific Company to operate in the City, ,Jas considered at some length, after which Councilman Clapp moved that a twelve month.) 11 franchise be granted them, which was lost Tor lack of a second. After further consid7 kration, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, that a twenty-five year franchise be granted, was duly adopted with Councilman Clapp voting 1, li 1 "Non . I REFUND - HOUSING AUTHORITY Attorney Wilson reported nothing further had been done relative to the refund from the Housing Authority and upon motion of Councilman Gunter, the Attorney was 'I ( directed to take drastic action immediately, II - LSLGONIA EIOMES II Engineer Hinckley presented the request of the San Bernardino County Housing ( Authority for the City to pave the streets at the Lugonia Homes project, that they II were willing to pay for the work--and suggested 3'd per sq.ft. would cover the expense'. U il Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted, iIthe Engineer was directed to present a bid to the Defense Project for the necessary 1 ( paving and it was left to him to work out the program. DELINQUENT TAXES The Clerk sought Council action relative to the amount necessary to redeem II Residence Plat , Lots 11-12-13-14-15-16-23, Blk 19, a portion of the Weger property onl,'I )il West Highland Avenue, and for two years the improvements had been changed on Lot 11. I; Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, duly adopted, the II ( Clerk was directed to accept taxes on real estate only in the amount of $187.86. Ij DELINQUENT BUSINESS LICENSES In the absence of License Collector Tripp, Mayor Fletcher presented a list of delinquent business licenses and they were referred to Councilmen Clapp, Thornquest II sand Attorney Wilson for investigation and report. TRIANGLE ROCK & GRAVEL COMPANY ' jCouncilman Dike stated the Triangle Rock & Gravel Company was using sand from ' land belonging to the Water Conservation District , but that their equipment was still on City property, and recommended and moved working out a proposition with the Consertiation L 1 323 1 District on a 50% base as long as they take gravel from their land, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously adopted. LEASE OF PROPERTY - Mill Creek Qr Rental of City property in Mill Creek Canyon/grazingcattle and other stocky was again considered and determined it the best policy not to rent the land for such jll purpose. Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded byCouncilman Clapp,q , Council=, man Gunter and Engineer Hinckley were directed to confer the opinion of this Board toil', the Crofton Water Company. HALLIIM - Accident Case Attorney Wilson reported that the accident claim of Paul Hallum for damages (I to his car, had been paid by the Insurance Company. GARBAGE RATES Garbage rates were considered briefly and the Clerk was directed to secure schedules of rates for similar service from Ontario, Riverside, Upland, Colton, Alhambra, Compton, Pasadena, Santa Barbara and Walla Walla, Washington. LIGHTING - Bowl Councilman Gunter reported the use of a canvass over the stage at the prosellis had been considered but had not been able to make definite arrangements for the canvass. After further discussion, Councilman Gunter moved that the programs be continued under restricted lighting conditions at present and if it became necessary to have more light other arrangements would have to made, which was seconded by Councilman Dike, and unanimously atproved. SYLVAN PLUNGE Councilman Gunter reported that Coach Cushman was willint to start .lu _e operations but was uncertain as to whether he would be able to continue through the entire: season. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, operation . II of the° plunge was left in the hands of the Park Commissioner. Ili Councilman Gunter also reported that the Red Cross was desirous of "fling the plunge for a two weeks period for training civilians and that they were willing to pay an instructor $100.00 for the two weeks period, which was unanimously approved. VACATION - Firemen Commissioner Thornquest sought Council action relative to payment of vacations of the two assistant chiefs in the Fire Department for last year as they were unable to take it due to shortage of help in the Department. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, the request of the Commissioner was unanimous ly_granted. LAW SUIT - Effie L. Duncan Attorney Wilson reported that the Engineer and Mayor had been served on II May 3, 1943, regarding the Effie Duncan law suit against the City in an effort to ' collect $16,250.00 damages from a fall on City Streets. The matter was referred to the Attorney. _KEEP HORSE - Orval Huffman Engineer Hinckley presented the yerbal request of Orval Huffman to keep a 324 - Ilhorse at Dearborn Street` and Sylvan Blvd. , which was referred to Councilman Gunter with power to act. AUDITORIUM ll The Mayor stated there had been a request for use of the City Hall Auditorium for a High School Alumni dance on Friday evening June 11, 1943. The request was ),.granted at the usual fee of $35.00; MEMORIAL DAY PARADE Mayor Fletcher stated the Council was invited to participate in the Memorial l' Day parade and services at the Bowl--it being the custom of former years for the City to pay for printing the programs, it was determined this same practice be followed this year, and the Fire Chief was granted permission to place a piece of fire eouip- ' went in the parade. SPECIAL POLICE Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, the appointment ' II of E. E. Runkel as Special- Policeman as of this date, was unanimously approved. DEFENSE Ij Mayor Fletcher presented a communication from Pansy E. Theldon to C. J. Tripp, jl City Treasurer and Secretary of the Defense Council, relative to taking over the Ij II Defense work of Laura Vroman during her absence, which was ordered filed. GEO S. HINCKLEY - 35 Years Service _ A vote of commendation$was accorded Mr. Geo S. Hinckley for 35 years service to ' the City as City Engineer, as of this date. Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously approved, recognition for this valuable and meritorious li service was ordered spread upon the minutes of this meeting and a copy handed to ! Mr. Hinckley. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as' approved by the Finance Commissioner. I' No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : C_t� Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. 11w 1 0 0 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - �I Redlands, California - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - June 3, 1943 Seven pi!clock, P. M. Ii A reA re u��eeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. I ii Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector < I' Christensen, Police Chief Petersen and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : None. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. 325 COMMUNICATIONS Communication from the Redlands Insurance Agents Association requesting the i privilege of making a survey of the insurance problems of the City, was presented andj referred to Councilman Clapp, Dike and Attorney Wilson. APPLICATIONS Applications of Leonora K. Phelps and Mrs. Lyle Franklin for typing and filingll'I in City offices, were presented and ordered filed. IIREPORTS Reports of the City Judge, Police Department, Sanitary Inspector and Building Inspector for the month of May, 1943; and the Treasurer for the month of April, 1943 ' Iwere presented and ordered filed. Resume of the Coordinating Council meeting of May 125, 1943, was presented and ordered filed. ji ASSISTANT- Clerk's Office Mayor Fletcher stated that J. D. Inman, appointed as assistant in the Clerk' s Office, was unable to continue in that capacity and recommended the appointment of pinnyR. Whaley as such assistant at a salary of $165.00 per month, effective as of June 7, 1943. The recommendation of the Mayor was unanimously approved, upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike. TROUSERS- Jack Middleton The Clerk presented a statement from Gair's in the amount of $13.95 for one pair of trousers for Jack Middleton to replace ones badly torn while performing an act of duty. The matter was referred to the Police Commissioner with power to act. y GARBAGE RATES Garbage rates in the City of Redlands were considered briefly and held over until next meeting. PLUNGE Councilman Gunter reported Sylvan plunge would be ready to open on Saturday,_ , June 12, 1943, that they had not been able to secure all the necessary personnel to this date. Opening of Oriental Avenue plunge was discussed briefly and determined that due to the labor situation it was deemed best to leave it closed until a later date and determine if the need becomes great enough to warrant opening. CITY EMPLOYEES- Vacation Cpuncilman Clapp sought Council action relative to allowing all City employees to work through their vacation periods and receive additional pays The matter was discussed at some length, and Councilman Dike moved that double pay be allowed for ' ( that period if the employee was requested to not take his vacation due to shortage of help in the Department, which was seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved. ; STATE HOUSING AUTHORITY Building Inspector Christensen at this time introduced Buren Tharleifson, State ( Housing Inspector, a guest at this meeting. 1 r 326 FIRE HYDRANT Engineer Hinckley sought Council action relative toplacid afire hydrant at the corner of Amethyst and Mentone Avenue,' in Ment_one.., stating the property owners 1, ' in the vicinity were willing to pay for the installation, which was unanimously appro- ved and left in the hands of the Engineer and Water Commissioner. LUGONIA HOMES- Daring_ Engineer Hinckley reported the City's proposal for paving streets at the li Lugonia Homes project at the northeast corner Orange Street and Lugonia Avenue, 3% it per sq. ft. , had been accepted by the Authority. OFFICE ASSISTANT- Treasurer-Defense Treasurer Tripp and Secretary Defense Council, recommended the appointment of Mrs. Beatrice Gunby as assistant secretary of the Defense Council and office assistant ri in the .Tr•easurer-Tax Collector's office at a salary of $120.00 per month, effective ir June 1, 1943, $90.00 of said salary to be charged to Defense and $30.00 to Treasurer-ir ! Tax Collector, which was duly approved, upon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by li Councilman Gunter. PERSONNEL OFFICER Mr. Tripp announced that under the Federal Insurance Act the City was required LI to have an official personnel representative to determine the legality of claims to the California State War Council from damages arising from Defense work._ Upon motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, Paul B. Wilson, City Attor- ney, was unanimously appointed .as such Personnel Officer. LIBRARY Mayor Fletcher reported that the President of the Smiley Library Board had 11 asked for ah increase of 1% in their allotment of tax money the coming year to take care of increases in salaries of their employees. Matter was deferred until buiget_I' • making time. °I COMP CLUB Mayor Fletcher stated the Country Club Syndicate has asked that the City accept the Club as a gift and put it under Park supervision. The matter was dis- cussed at some length and determined not advisable at this time due to labor condi- ir tions, but that a future picture might be more favorable. The Mayor was directed to �I so report to Dr. Powers.ir PAY FOR HOLIDAYS Mayor Fletcher questioned the policy of this Board in allowing one and one- f half time off for overtime work by City employees, Elbert Rose, Cemetery employee having been asked to work Memorial Day due to shortage of help and would rather re- ceive pay for same. Upon motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Clerk was directed to issue a warrant in the amount of $5.50 in payment for his I work for the holiday. After further consideration, the former action of this Council, allowing one and one-half time off for overtime work, was unanimously rescinded, upon I motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, and the regular rate 3271 isf-L-atuleareasewkatsuaLia_t_ina._ BUSINESS LICENSES Delinquent business licenses were again considered briefly and Treasurer Tripp submitted a delinquent list. The present Committee was authorized to work over the list and make their recommendations to this Board as to plan for collection. FLASHLIGHT BATTERIES Defense Secretary Tripp sought Council opinion relative to purchase of lash- Might batteries on City priority and sell them to Defense workers, After discussion Mr. Tripp was directed to contact the Office of Civilian Defense asking them to use their authority in getting the necessary information and help as to how they may be ( secured. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. I' No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. ! Attest : pig Cit er Mayor e o C oP nealanas, California. U 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 SII Redlands, Calif. June 17, 1943, 7 Otclock, P.M. 1 b A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, Calif. , held at the regular place of meeting. Pres$nt : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christensen, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilman Gunter. The Minutes of the last regi ar meeting were read and approved. II The Mayor stated the Council was now ready to hear from anyone in the audience, having matters to present, whereupon Captain Russell, Calif. State Guard, addressed I' ; the Council and expressed appreciation of the local State Guard Units for the sup- port given in the past by the City and explained the new State Guard Act which takes effect on July 1, 1943. and which provides for_thesiisa9lutlnn of the present State Guard set-up and the re-organization under the name of the State Militia for home guard duty only. Captain Russell appealed for the continued supnort of the City ! for the new organization which would have its Regimental Headquarters in Riverside and its Battalion Headquarters in Redlands. This new organization would do home ;I dut ' o• • at. wo _ • • : avai_ab • o d t'with the cal protective_azganizatS_oms_in_ I case of emerggncy. Mayor Fletcher appointed C_ojancilman C1aRp to work with Captain Russell on his committee. The continuation of the present allocation to the Calif. State Guard on the same basis as here-to-fore was moved by Councilman Dike, seconded , by Councilman Clapp and unanimously approved. 328 j Mr. Schulte addressed the Council relative to the building of a two family ' dwelling in a one family dwelling area. After some discussion as to what constituted a two family dwelling or duplex, the matter was referred to Building Inspector 1Christensen for further study. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read, and ordered filed: From Eugene G. Nisbet, Mayor, City of Uplands, announcing a Dinner Meeting ', of the Citrus Belt Division of the League of California Cities , to be held at the HCalif. Hotel, San Bernardino, Calif. , at 7 O'clock, P.M. , June 25th, 1943, and re- Questing reservations; From Richard Graves, Executive Secretary of the League of Calif. Cities, enclosing a statement for dues and asking that it be presented to the Council on its first meeting in July; From The Selective Service Board, notifying the City of the classification 'I lof George K. Foster in Class 111-A-H; ° il From L. H. Meyers, Manager- Redlands Chamber of Commerce, recommending that ' the City take over the collection and disposal of garbage and rubbish in the City of Redlands. REPORTS 11 1 Reports of the Health Department, Labratory ests, City Treasurer and City ' Il Clerk for the month of May, 1943, and the estimated resources, general fund, for 11 11 1942-43, -were presented and ordered filed. 1 Reports were also presented showing $ 241.81 re& esl of the Redlands Co- Operative Operative Fruit Association for oranges picked from the Cemetary Dept. grove; and 1 $847.18 received from the Triangle Rock & Gravel Co. for sand and gravel mined on 'City property during the months of Jan. Feb. Mch. & Apr. 1943. DEMANDS A claim 87 Glenn Schacht in the amount of $500.00 for damage to his orange gtivve by fire at the City Dump was presented and referred to Attorney Wilson. li FRANCHISE - SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD , The application of the Southern Pacific Railraad Company for a franchise to' operate in the City was again considered and the Attorney presented a Resolution WITHout advertising for bids to' grant a twenty-five year franchiseuin accordance with the decision of the Council hat the last regular meeting, which was duly adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Gunter, Thornquest, Dike and Mayor Fletcher. li Noes : Councilman Clapp. Absent : None After further discussion, Councilman Gunter moved that the former action of this Council to grant a twenty-five year franchise to said Railroad, be rescinded. 11 which was seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously adopted. Councilman Gunter then moved_that a fifty year franchise be grantesi said Southern Pacific Railroad Company ' which was seconded by Councilman Thornquest and duly adopted with Councilman Clapp not voting. LI 3291 The Attorney presented and read a Resolution to-grant said fifty year franchise, without advertising, for bids, ,which was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Gunter, Thornquest, Dike and Mayor Fletcher Noes : Councilman Clapp Absent : None The Attorney then presented Ordinance No. 845, granting the Southern Pacific for a fifty year term I Railroad Company and Southern Pacific Company,the right to reconstruct, maintain, and operate their standard guage Railroad Tracks In, Upon and Across Certain Streets in the City of Redlands, which was read and laid over under the rules. LEASE OF PROPERTY - MILL CREEK CANYON Councilman Gunter reported on a meeting with Chas. Treat Paine of the Crafton Mutual Water Company, relative to lease o_ • • Ger u_ _ - . anyea, in which Mr. Paine stated he was sure his Company was not favorable to leasing any part of said property to Rhea Igo. No definite agreement being reached, the matter was left open for further consideration. PURCHASE - New Car Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, the purchase I of a new 1942 Ford Sedag for Engineer Hinckley, was unanimously approved. The purchase price of the car to be ha to t, - ate_ • . treet Departments. GARBAGE DISPOSAL U The matter of Garbage Disposal was again discussed and Mr. Alchain, who was present at the meeting; was asked if he wished to make any statement. Mr. Alchain addressed the Council stating that under the present high cost of labor and material he would be unable to continue to collect the garbage and rubbish at the present scale of prices and agreed that if he was permitted to raise his_prices in the residential section that he would continue to take care of the garbage and rub- I bish until the end of his present contract. After some further discussion it was determined to continue the discussion ;I in an Executive Sessionof the Council immediately following the regular session. COLORED COMPANY- State Guard Councilman Dike read a letter addressed to the State Adjutant General by 2nd Lt. Jim Guy requesting that a Colored Company be retained in the City of Redlands. No provision has been made in the re-organization plans of the State Guard for any colored companies. After some discussion on the matter a motion was made by Council- man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, directing the Mayor to address a letter to the 1 State Adjutant General, requesting that a Colored Company of the newly organized State Guard be provided with headquarters in Redlands, which was unanimously appro- Iye •, AULILIARY FIRE ERUIPMENT Treasurer and Defense Secretary Tripp reported that all papers had been properly drawn up relative to three pieces of Auxiliary Fire Equipment to be allo- cated to Redlands by the OCD to supplement the present equipment but stated that he would be required to furnish a $$5000.00 bond to cover the cost and up-keep of said VIII r 330 1 equipment and he did not feel he wanted that- responsibility. After some discussion ( Treasurer Tripp was directed to send in the papers he prepared and disregard the ;f l I1; request for a bond at this time. II PLUNGES I; Coundilman Gunter reported that Sylvan Plunge was opened on schedule and II l ) that attendance to date has been very good. Opening of ;the Oriental Avenue Plunge was again discussed and Councilman 11 , Gunter suggested opening this pool for four or five hours each days This suggestionII was approved by the Council and the details were left to Councilman Gunter to work out. ! ARM BANDS E Treasurer and Defense Secretary Tripp reported that a supply of new arm I I'Ibands for civilian defense was needed and on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded ' by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously aporoved, Treasurer Tripp was authorized 1 „ purchase 200 new arm banns at a cost of $ .00 I EXTENDED DAY SCHOOL Mayor Fletcher presented a request from School authorities for. an appro- Ipriation .to help maintain a three months Recreational Program during the summer. ii 11 '( Whatever monies that were subscribed by the City and the School would be matched iby Lenham Act Funds. The cost of the three months course was set at $5600.00, '! $1500,00 was requested of the City, the School would supply $1500.00 and $3000.00 ! would therefore come from the Lanham Act Funds. p ( After due consideration an aporaiation of $500.00 for the balance of the , Uiscal year was authorized on a motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved. BICYCLE LICENSES Upon recommendation of Chief of Police Peterson and motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously approved, that due to the lack of material and help, bicycle licenses° in the City of Redlands be suspended for the 11y_ear 1943-44. BIDS - City Printing r The' Clerk was "directed to call for sealed proposals for City Printing for the fiscal year endingeJune:..30; 19444.e.tb beLo$enedcatitheonext regular meeting_ on I1 July 1, 1943, at 7 O'clock P.M. MARSHAL'S ACCOUNT & TRANSFER l Deputy Clerk Gray sought permission to close the Marshal' s Account, an, Mold item of $19.00 of long standing, and make the necessary transfer of $300.00 from I the General Fund to the Library Fund, and both were duly authorized, upon motion of I, I Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, the Council adjourned to an ex- ecutive session. 331 Upon reconvening, Councilman Thornquest moved that Mr. Alchain, holder of the . garbage and rubbish contract with the City, be granted permission to increase the rates in the residential district to sixty cents per month and the downtown district as per schedule filed on May 6, 1943, until the termination of his contract, Dec. 3111 1943, which was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously approved. On motion the meeting adjourned. Attest : aCA �r91k 1 City er Mayor of the C ty of Red ands, California. F, odis_'mak Stes.op 4\ti -O-O-O-0-O-O-O-O-0-O-O-O-O-O-0-O-O- Redlands , Calif. , July 1, 1943, 7 :00 o'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, Calif. , held li at t:^ ,i : , n at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector Christensen, Police Chier Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : None . 111 The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. BIDS City Printing This being the time set for opening of bids. for City Printing for the year ending June 30, 1944, the following proposals were presented. publicly opened and declared. ARTHURS COMMERCIAL PRESS 1,136.95 CITROGRAPH PRINTING CO. $1, 134.35 BEACON PRINTING 41,112.50 Ii The bid of the Beacon Printing being the lowest and best bid, the award was made accordingly on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously approved, and all other bids were rejected. 1 APPLICATIONS Winifred G.Nix,typist-Stenographer Applications of Betty H. Walbott and Ruth Westra for part time typing/and and Barra Lindberg filing and of Mrs. Ann Macomber/for genera office work in the Clerk' s Office, were presented and ordered filed. An application of Mr. E. W. Abraham for a permit to keep a cow at No. 716 First St. was presented and ordered filed. REPORTS Reports of the Health Department, Police Department and Police Court for the I month of June, 1943, and the Police Department for the year 1942 - 43 were presented and ordered filed. ORDINANCES Qrdinance No. 845 relating to the granting of a fifty year franchise to the 1 Pr- 332 it I Southern Pacific Railroad Comapny and the Southern Pacific Company to reconstruct, j maintain, and operate their standard guage railroad tracks, in, upon and across certain streets in the City of Redlands, was again read under the rule and adopted by the following vote. AYES: Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. NOES : Councilman Clapp. ABSENT : None. SALT OP COUNTRY CLUB LOTS The , • . • = • . • ots was again brought up for discussion and Councilman Gunter reported that because of the present restrictions on private building. the sale of the lots at this time was very unlikely, so on motion by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously approved, this item of Ibusiness was ordered removed from-the agenda until conditions improved. .j DELINQUENT TAXES Medland' s Sub. , Lots 1 to 5 !' The matter relative to the delinquent taxes on Lots 1 to 5, Medland' s_Sub. , was again discussed and as nothing had developed from the last enquiry re_gaard_ing these lots, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously approved, it was decided to remove this item of business from the agendafor the present. DELINQUENT BUSINESS LICENSE Harrawood The matter of the delinquent business license of Judge Harrawood was again q I discussed and after due consideration on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously approved, it was decided to accept a check in the amount of 11 of $55.60 as payment in full for business license to June 30, 1943, with the under- standing that from that date on. Judge Harrawood is to pay his business liemnaw and l , also pay a nominal rent for his quarters in the Hall of Justice. PLUNGES Councilman Gunter reported there had been a little difficulty in the operation ',, 'I of Sylvan Plunge because of labor conditions but that this was being overcome by the use of University students on a part time basis. Councilman Gunter also reported thel deman& for the opening of the Oriental Avenue Plunge had grown to the extent that the pool was opened to the public on July 1st and he feels it will be necessary to keep this pool open every day. Mayor Fletcher reported that since the opening of the Sylvan Plunge and the ( starting of the recreational program by the school the ,juvenile delinquency in the City has materially decreased. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES Councilman Gunter reported that the next meeting of the Citrus Belt Division of the League of California Cities is . • • . • . ; _. : . . - • - 1943, at the La Posada Hotel. The Qity of Banning to act as host city. 333-1 TRANSFERS The matter of collecting Federal Taxes on transfers was discussed and it decided that In the future_ all transfers would be checked by the Clerk's Dept. before being paid by the Treasurer. ADDITIONAL PAY Cushman Councilman Gunter recommended that, because of the extra work and time put in by Cecil Cushman at Sylvan Plunge, his pay be increased $1.00 per day over and above the amount originally set. This was duly authorized on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously approved. .BUDGET Fixing the budget and seting the tax rate for the next fiscal year was discussed at great length and the Clerk was directed to compile the figures , cutting down in places suggested so there would be an Unappropriated Fund, and submit copies of the compilation to each member for study on Thursday evening, ,July 8, 1943. ' BOARD OF EQUALIZATION The Clerk was directed to publish the required notice that the Council would sit as a Board of Equalization on Thursday evening, July 8, 19434_ at 7 :00 o'Clock PM. II Bills and Salaries were ordered paidas approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned to an adjourned meeting, July 8. 1943. at ?LOG o'Olock P.M. Attest : City er Sc..."14/ (35"61Q.6.4.4. � U1 Idyc„t Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California, July 8, 1943, 7 o'clock P.M. 111 The Council met as a Board of Equalization. There being no business demanding attention, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously approved, the meeting III, adjourned until the next regular meeting, July 15, 1943. An adiourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley and Attorney Wilson. Absent: Councilman Gunter. The reading of:the minutes of the last regular meeting were disvensed with on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously approved. II r 334 RESOLUTIONS - II - - Attorney Wilson presented a resolution providing for the administration of the Current Tax Payment Act of 1943 (20% Withholding Tax) which was t,nanimnusly adopted on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike. Councilman Canter entered the Council Chamber and took his seat at the Council Tabla. CON+BNNICATIONS_ A communication from the -Board of Library Trustees requesting an increase in the I 1 appropriation of tax money to the Library to take care of repairs and maintainance and salary increases, was presented. After due study of the allocation of tax monies an increase in the appropriation to the Library of two cents vias unanimously approved on motion of Councilman Gunter, I� j seconded by Councilman Dike. li 'I U. S. 0. jj Councilman Gunter presented a report from the U.S.O. of expenditures for the year 1942-43 II and estimated expenditures for the year 1943-44 to the Council for examination and study. AsLuo_ definate action was requested at this time the report was held aver for future Consideration._ 'BUDGET & TAX RATE_ After further discussion and study relative to the budget and tax rate for the fiscal d year the following actions were taken: On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously approved, the J, tax rate fqr the City of Redlands for;the fiscal year ending Jtme 30, 1944, was set at 91.50 per 1 ' hundred dollars of assessed valuation. The budget as submitted, including a blanket salary raise of 015.00 per month for all City employees plus an adjustment in the salaries of the members of;the Fire Department, was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp. ¶Fhe action sitting the tax rate for the fiscal year ending Tune 30, 1944, was rescinded ii on motion_of_Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously approved. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. Attest: City C ark .6.' Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. I� 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-o-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 II/ '335 Redladds, Calif. , July 15, 1943, 7 o'clock P. M. The Council met as a board of Eaualization. There being no business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , Calif. , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter, Mayor Fletcher, III ' Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wildon, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : None. The minutes of the last regular meeting on July 1, 1943' and of the adjourned regular meeti, _ of July 8, 1943, were read and approved, DEPUTY QLERX On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman.G.unter, the appointment by City Clerk C.P.Hook.of H. II. Whaley and John Waals ra as deputy clerks in the Clerks Dept. of the City of Redlands, was unanimously approved. PLANNING COMMISSION The minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting held on July 15, 1943,_ at 8:30 o'clock A.M. ; were read and on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, the recommendations of the Planning Commission were unanimously 111Adopted subject to a special meeting to be called by the Clerk for the purpose of hearing protests on said recommendations. III COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed. ii From The Contemporary* .1uh thanking the City Council far—the loan and '! installation of a safe for the use of the Contemporary Club. From Mr. I. F. Dix, District Priorities Chief, War Production Board, notifying the City Council that a Mr• John Young, the District Re.presenative of the Government Division, would be in Redlands on Tuesday afternoon, July 20, 1943, to discuss priority problems with the City officials. REPORTS Healyh De ht. worts of the Treasurer and the Building Department for the month of ii 111 JI1DA4_1943, and the Hoard of Trustees of the A. K. Smiley Eublic Library for the year ending June 30,_ 1943, were presented and ordered filed. APPLICATIONS The application of Wynneth P. Longfellow for general office work in the II City Hall was presented and ordered filed. ' I RESOLUTION Attorney Wilson presented a Certified Copy of a Corporate "Resolution opening and maintaining a Ration Bank Account. On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously apprated, the resolution was adopted and the Treasurer, _the City Engineer or the Secretary of the City Engineer, was authorized. on behalf of the City of � III 336 l Redlands, and in its name, to sign Ration Checks or to indorse ration checks or othe ration evidences, owned, or held by the City of Redlands, for deposit' in' said ration account. , TAXRATE The setting of the tax rate for the fiscal year, 1943-44, was again it j brought up for discussion. Councilman Gunter read a report of estimated receipts 1 and expenditures of the Water Department for the coming year and Treasurer. Tripp presented a resume of the amount of tax money to be allocated to bonds, 65¢, which r was the same as last year. After further discussion and study, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp., »nanimously a proved, the I ' tax rate for the fiscal year ending June. 30, 1944, was set at $1 .50. ORDINANCE #846 Ordinance No. 846, An Ordinance Fixing the Rate and Levying the Property tax for the fiscal year, 1943-1944, ]Iles introduced read and laid over under the rules. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously approved, Attorney Wilson was directed to draw up an ordinance, to .be presented to f � the Board at a later date, creating a Capital Improvement Account. This Account to be made up by the withdrawal of f70 000.00 each from the Water Department, the ' Cemetery Department and the General Fund, and that, this money, $30.000.00, .be -de- posited in the Capital Improvement Account._ �I 11 VACATION PAY l The matter of extra pay for vacation periods was brought up for clarifica-I� tion and after some discussion, on motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilinan', Thornquest, unanimously approved, it was directed that the payment of extra _pay in lieu of vacation during the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1943 and ending June 30. 1944, would be optional with each employee and the amount received to be on the basis of current pay. in effect at the time payment is made. DEFENSE COUNCIL 1. The appointment of 'Lons Christianson, Curtis L. Sutherland and Dr. A.__E._ Ball, as Auxiliary Police, was unanimously approved. SPECIAL MEETING The Clerk was directed to call a special meeting of the Council to be held on July 23, 1943, at 11 :30 o'clock A. M. , for the express purpose of hearing pro- tests on the recommendations of the planning commission. COUNCILMAN GUNTER TO LEAVE STATE The Council unanimously granted Councilman Gunter permission to ,ab nt_ himself from the State of California. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further businn.as demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. i' Attest : - 44L4446 � City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California 337 Redlands, Calif. , July 23, 1943, 11:30 o'clock A.M. 111A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilman Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter, Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Whaley and Attonney Wilson. Absent : None Attorney Wilson read a notice of proposed conditional exceptions to the zoning ordinances of the City of Redlands, as published in the Redlands Daily Facts, requesting the City Council of the City of Redlands to grant conditional exceptions I to .Ordinances Nos. 699 and 813_in favor of the American Legion Post #106, Alice S. ale and Mr. Cross, to use their properties for uses not permitted by said ordinancesl, and for special permits from said council. No protests having been filed, on motion li of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, unanimously approved, the requested conditional exceptions to the above named ordinances were granted. No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned. 1 Attest : lhirr,c--- ity C erk Mayor of the City of Redlands , California. _0_0_0_0_0_0_0_0_. Redlands, California August 5. 1943 Seven O'clock, P.M. Arregulaf meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. ?regent : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Gray, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Building Inspector ' Christensen, Police thief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilman Gunter. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was now ready to hear from anyone in the audience having matters to present, whereupon L. H. Myers-Secretary of the Chamber 'of Commerce, addressed the Board relative to noise and disturbance by young folks at the Bowl concerts and suggested either moving the drinking fountain, eliminating the roadway back of the Bowl or placing road blocks on Eureka Street. E. E. Runkel Stated the Auxiliary Police were not willing to take this responsibility with no more authority than they now have. After further discussion, the Chief of Police was directed to contact various citizens doing guard duty work on Government r 338 I,,'enterprises and solicit their aid in keeping order,- it was felt a person in uniform ii 1would have more bearing. I 1 SET BACK - Parkwood Drive 1111 J. L. Ptoof, 410 West Olive Avenue, Redlands, sought Council permission ' Ito erect a stairway from the second story of his apartment building, bringing it to ! 'the lot line on the Earkwood Drive side, contrary to the prevailing Ordinance which 1 provides for a four foot set-back. Upon motion of Councilman Thornauest, seconded "I 11 Hby Councilmen Dike, unanimously adopted, the request was !ranted--waiving the set 4 I ( back line. 11 ' ILL CREEK PROPERTY —Removal of Buildings J. W. Reece again sought Council action on his proposal for_removal of ilthe buildings on the Bright Ranch in mill ureek Canyon belonging to the City. After h I due consideration, the offer was duly accepted, upon motion of Councilman Dike, ' seconded by Councilman Thornquest. QQMMNNICATION� ii 1 The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: I From George E. O'keefe, relative to lease of City property in Mill Creek II Canyon and purchase of the apple crop, which was referred to the Mayor for reply : From the League of California `'ities, relative to reimbursement to Cities III Ffor damage to roads caused by the Army Or Navy; also JI 1 Asking for suggestions for a program for the annual conference of the ii !I I League in Sacramento on October 18-20-21, 1943; 11 JFrom the Southern Pacific Railroad Company.. accepting the franchise l granted by this Council under Ordinance No. 845 on July 1, 1943; i r . , From National Safety Council regarding Southern California' Traffic 'Court Conference in_ Los Angeles on Aug. 20 which was referred to the Chief of Police. yASEMENT Southern California Edison Company ii 11 Granting of an easement to the Southern California Edison Company over Il the NW* SW* of Section 7, T 1S, R 2W, was duly granted, upon motion of Councilman ,Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, subject to, the approval of the City Engineer. I REPORTS !I Reports of the Building Department, Sanitary Inspector, Judge, Fire Department, Police Department, Health Department for the month of July. 1943 , 11 Board of Health meeting on August 2 . 1943; and the Fire Department for the fiscal `year ending June 30, 1943, were presented and ordered filed. j Report of the Redlands Mutual Orange Association, showing returns on the 1 navel orange crop from the Cemetery Grove, which was presented and ordered filed, FRANCHISF Report from the Pacific Electric Railway Company showing the amount of ;, I [franchise due the City for the year ending July 19, 1943, as ' 176.41. .3:.39 AP PT,TCATTON Keen r'nimals Application of F. W. Abraham for permission to keep one Goat at 716 First Street, was referred to the ,Sanitary Inspector for investigation; and Application of Luciana Macias for , : n . . . - . • - , . : - at 1204 Lawton Street was approved for two goats only, as per recommendation of the Board of Health. li BOARD 9 2UALIZATION The Clerk presented a list of non-profit organizations granted a reduction fnf aaaessment by the County Board of Rrinalization. Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Clerk-Assessor was directed to follow the nlan of the County. ORDINANCES Attorney Wilson presented a revised copy of the local Health Ordinance, the reading of which was deferred until further explanation by the Secretary of the local Board of Health. Ordinance No. 846, Fixing the Hate and Levying the Property Tax for the Fiscal Year 1943- 44 . was duly adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher 1 Noes : None Absent : Councilman Gunter DEMANDS Finance Commissioner Clapp questioned a demand of the Yucaipa Water Company No. 1 in the amount of $88.20, the City' s portion of the annual expense of the Moreno Protective Association, which was ordered paid upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike. Demand of C. J. Tripp on the Water Department in the amount of 650.00 for settlement of an old claim of H.O. Harrawood as payment in full for delinquent business license. The matter was considered briefly and determined to handle it some', other way. CEMETERY it Commissioner Dike recommended and move& the following raises in rates for','I services at Hillside Cemetery to cover increased cost of labor : Opening graves from $12 to $15 Opening vault - Mausoleum from 15 to 18 The motion was seconded by Councilman Clapp, unanimously adopted by the four members present. I'URGHASB. =' Wash Basin Engineer Hinckley sought Council action relative to sale of one of the Iwash basins stored at the City barn from the W. P. A. to H. S. Geddes, which was referred to the Engineer with power to act. LIBRARY Mayor Fletcher reported a meeting with the President and Librarian of the Smiley Library together with C. J. Tripp, City Treasurer, relative to his signing 340 Lihrary warrants issued against the account, --- that it was agreeable with the Board and Mr. Tripp was so directed to sign all warrants drawn against the. Library account. ETRE CHIEF' S CONVENTION Fire Chief Thomas sought Council permission to attend the Pacific Const li convention of Fire Chiefs at Reno, NeVAdA, on August 25 and 26 After due consider ation, the sum of $50.00 each was allowed the Fire Chief and Commissioner to attend said convention. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance C4 nissioner, No further business demanding attention, on motion the meeting adjourned.' Attest : de/ / ( CvsKs✓ �/• d/ Cit C erk Mayor of the City of Redlands, Californiafi o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o {. ' II Redlands, California August 19, 1943. Seven o 'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the ,regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike and Clapp, Deputy Clerk Whaley, SII Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson Band Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : Councilman Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. The Clerk called the meeting to order and asked that a Mayor Pro-tem be 1 appointed due to absence of Mayor Fletcher. On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, Councilman Clapp was appointed Mayor Pro-tem to act (during the meeting. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed. From Richard Graves, Executive Secretary, League of California Cities, ',regarding hotel reservations and transportation to and from the 45th Annual League '( Conference to be held in Sacramento, California, on Oct. 19-21, 1943; From J. J. rrendergast, President, East Lugonia Mutual Water Co. , enclosing " a 5 year lease, on property owned by the Southern Californid Edison Co. , Ltd. , located , ion the Mill Creek Cone, for the purpose of spreading water. On motion of Councilman 'I 1Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, the Mayor and ulerk were directed to sign the ' lease and return it to Mr. Prendergast. 4 CENT GAS TAX A letter from E. Q. Sullivan, District Engineer, Division, of Highways, ihoL 341-1 encloein- a tabulation from Sacramento showing the apportionment of the Jul' . 19431 ii quarterly payment of the a cent gas tax allocation under Section 194 of the Streets and Highways Code for cities in this district, was presented and ordered filed. The Clerk presented a Memorandum of Agreement covering the proposed expenditure of a cent gasoline tax funds for State Highways, which will accrue to they City of Redlands during the biennial period ending June 30, 1945, and Resolution No. 1 569, authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute same, was unanimously approved. Also.: a Memorandum of Agreement covering the proposed expenditure of 4 cent gasoline tax ?unclog for Streets of Major Importance and Resolution No. 570, authorizing execution of the agreement, was presented and unanimously approved. APPLICATIONS Application of E. W. Abraham to keep one goat at 716 First St. was approved; on recommendation of Sanitary Inspector Christensen. Application by the Grace Methodist Church to erect signs at the c orners of ll' 1 Colton Ave. and Washington St. and Orange St. and Union St. was ordered filed. with Il I i no action, on motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. HEALTH ORDINANCE The health ordinance was again presented and ordered held over for further consideration when all members of the Council could be present. I Fleet Insurance. As this was the time to renew the fleet insurance covering motor vehicles owned by the City, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, the Clark was directed to call for bids to be opened at 7 o'clock P.M. Sept. 2, 1943,11 and a committee consisting of Councilman Dike and Attorney Wilson was appointed to draor up ,plans and specifications for an insurance survey. TRANS. ER$ On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, Treasurer Tripp was authorized to transfer 61050.00 from the General Fundi to the Redlands City I ,Water Fund and 6250.00 from the General Fund, to the Municipal Improvement Fund, This money to supplement tax allocations of the last fiscal yeate. STREET DECOBA. LOSS for Bond Drive„ I II Engineer Hinckley brought up the question of Street decorations during the Bond Drive and after some discussion ,on motion of Councilman Dike,. :se)conded by Councilman Thornquest, the City Engineer was direct streets of the 6ity with City' s banners and flags for the beginning of the 3rd ! Treasury Bond Drive on Sept. 9th. , and to erect a day by day record sib at a place to be designated by the Bond Committee. The expense incurred to be charged against 1 the defense fund. I DEMAND il A demand of Mrs. B. Gunby for typing the Health Ordinance was presented � I. r 342 and afteradue consideration was ordered paid in the amount of $15.00, on motion of i, " Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, duly approved, WATER ON TERRACE Bhp. ' A committee of property owners of Terrace Blvd. headed by Mr. Underhill it I appeared before the Board re.uestin: that the City re.lace an 8" .ressure :ate with a 12" gate in the pipe line that supplies their property with irrigation water. After some discussion as to responsibility the matter was referred to Councilman H Dike and Engineer Hinckley for investigation. pills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the finance commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the eet g ajourned. it Attest : / ° ergo City lip Mayor of the of Redlands, Calif. 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California September 2, 1943. Seven o'clock P.M. 11 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Councilmen Gunter and Dike The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The Mayor stated that the Council was now ready to hear from anyone having ! flTmatters to present, whereupon the following citizens, Mr. Larry Ikerman, Mr. Ray Barron and Mr. Jack Moore, spoke at length regarding the milk situation in Redlands and urged the City Council to take some action to prevent a possible shortage or milk in the City. Mayor Fletcher reported that he had contacted Mr. Kanady of the Office of Food Distribution regarding the situation and asking for a ruling covering ' the_ local problem. The Mayor stated that no action could be taken on the matter until this ruling had been received. Mr. C.M. Brown appeared before the board asking the City to become a co- signer with the Crafton Mutual Water Co. on a. lease to John Reese on the Mill Creek Property. The Board decided, and Mr. Brown agreed, that as long as Councilman Gunter, ' who had been appointed by the Board to work with the Crafton Mutual Water Co. regarding this matter, was absent that a decision would be held up until Councilman Gunter returned. 3431 Mr. McCubbin, representing the Spanish American War Veterans, appeared before the Board requesting a permit to stage a carnival in Redlands during the week !, of Out. 19-251th. After some discussion the permit was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, with the provision that the Carnival be held on the Corner of Orange St. and Pearl Ave. BIDS Fleet Insurance As this was the time set for the opening of the bids for fleet insurance onl City owned motor vehicles for the next twelve months, the following bids were publicly opened and declared. John T. Collins, Etna Casualty $786.33 National Auto Ins. Co. 702.58 Realty Co. of Redlands, Occidental Indemnity Co.--903.20 John Wood, National Auto Ins. Co. 702.58 Pacific Auto Ins. Co. 675.67 After due consideration as to the financial status of the different insurance companies on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, ,,, the Pacific Automobile Insurance Company's bid of 6675.67 was accepted and all other ( bids rejected, COMMUNICATION$ The following communications were presented and ordered filed. From W.G. Hammatt Co. , regarding post-war projects. From the War Production Board advising that Mr. John Young, District IRep' esentative of the Government Division, had been transferred to San Diego and that Mr. Don L. Hollingsworth would carry on the work in the future. From Mr. J.H. Rayburn notifying the City that the property now being used Il as a pistol range by the City of Redlands has been sold to Thomas P. and Leila May $ledsoe, Hotel Manager, North Station, Boston, Mass. From Mr. J.J. Berg, Claims Dept. Manager, Pacific Indemnity Co. , advising , that the case, Duncan vs. City of Redlands . had been set for trial Sept. 29. 1943. 1 in San Bernardino County. DEPUTY CITY CLERK Sadie Mae Gray, Deputy City Clerk, tendered her resignation as of August an , it 1943. On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest duly approved, the resignation was accepted. PETITIONS Petitions of Dr. F.H. Folkins and Luciana Macias for the removal of pepper ( trees was referred to the Planning Commission. A petition of R.T. Nash to locate 6 hives of bees at 615 West Lugonia Ave. , was refected by the Chief of Police. MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, a mutual P • agreement between the City of RedlsndR and the San Bernardino County Fire Services Prr- 344 for furnishing certain fire equipment under the State War Powers Act was adopted. REPORT Reports of the Sanitary Inspector, the Building Inspector, San Bernardino County Health Dept, on Milk Tests, the Police Dept. , the City Judge, the Police Court and the City Treasurer for the month of August and the report of the County Auditor giving the final assessment by the State Board of Equalization for. the year 1943-44 were presented and ordered filed. An inventory of City 'property in control of the Police Dept. was presented and ordered filed. A report from the Division of Highways covering expenditures during the fiscal year ending June 30,•1943, made by the State for slgn maintenance and painting of traffic stripes on State Highway Routes 26 and 190 within the •City of Redlands was presented and ordered filed. EXTENDED DAY SCHOOL The Clerk presented a request from the School Authorities for an appropri- ation of $500.00 to complete the City' s share of the cost of operating. an extended day school for the past three °months. On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the appropriation was approved. REDLANDS COMMUNITY MUSIC ASSOCIATION The Clerk presented an itemized statement of expenses of the Redlands Community Music Association for the past season amounting to $1500.00, As this appropriation had been set up in the annual budget, the payment of the bill was authorized on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. SALARY ADJUSTMENT An increase in the salary of Z.A. Marsh, Keeper of the Dog Pound, of $20.OQ per month was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention, on motion the Council adjourned. Attest : , ° Mayor of t e - ty o Re• an' s, al ornia. 1 X3:45 Redlands, California September 16. 1943. 7 o'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the ;I regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Police Chief Peterson and 'lire Chief Thomas. Absent : None. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. P, COMMUNICATIONS The following communicatipns were r ad and ordered filed. From John Branigan, Superintendent of Schools, thanking the City for it ' s assistance in the summer recreation program. From HaMry B. Riley, State Comptroller, notifying the board of the distrib- ution to the State of California of the Estate of D.F. Pennock and petitioning the ( City Council for authority to place Lot 14 of Tract No. 1987. Cook' s Second Addition, I in the City of Redlands; in the name of the State of California, and to cancel all taxes which may now be standing against it. Referred to Attorney. From Sheldon Clark, President, Navy League of the United States, announcing,, / that the annual observance of Navy Day will be held on October 27th this year, and basking the cooperation of the City in making this day a success. 4 From Bruce McDaniel, tendering his resignation as a member of the City of ; Redlands Defense Council. On motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman ('Gunter, the resignation was accepted and it was directed that a letter be addressed lIto Mr. McDaniel thanking him for his service to the City in the past. 1 From the State Board of Equalization, notifying the City Council of an ,On Sale Beer License granted Robert and Margaret Snyder, 402 East Central Avenue. 'Referred to Chief of Police Peterson. APPLICATIONS Application of MI E. Stone to locate a repair and welding shop at 316 East Lugonia Avenue, was granted subject to approval by the planning nnmmlvsjnn on motion II of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Gunter. 1 P �( ♦ ,\ An application by the clerk for the Correction of Clerical Error under ,sections 3881 and 3804a in the Tax Roll of 1943 was authorized on motion Of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Application of Gordon M. Gair, 1419 West Cypress Avenue for position as jllocker oy a bt 5y1v_ n� Plnnoge for the year 1944 and of 'nary A. Haight, University Hall, for position as part time typist and clerk in the City Hall , were presented and ordered filed. ORPINANGE_NO_847 1, Ordinance No. 847, an Ordinance of the City of gedlands, creating a fund ;! ',for Capital Outlays, was read and laid over under the rules. U Pr 346 - - Introduced, TC The Health Ordinance was again presented but was held over until an adjourned meeting to be held at 8 o'clock P. M. ,September 23, 1943, when the members of the Board of Health would be present to read and explain this Ordinance to the Council. REPORTS Reports of the Board of Health and the Treasurer for the month of August, the Building Department for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1943, and the Clerks Annual Report were presented and ordered filed. On motion of ''ouncilman Clapp, 'econded by Councilman Dike,unanimously approved, the Clerk was authorized to have the Clerk' s Annual Report for the year 1942-43 printed once in the Redlands Daily Facts and then have three hundred copies of the report printed in book form for distribution by the Clerk' s Department. INSURANCE SURVEY It having developed that at the present time there was no need for an •Insurance Survey for the City, it was directed that item of business be removed from the agenda. Councilman Gunter spoke briefly regarding the coming convention of the League of California Cities, expressing the opinion that it was important that all those who possibly could should attend. The following city Officials expressed their , intention of attending the convention. Councilmen Clapp, Dike, Thornquest, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Attorney Wilson and Engineer Hinckley. Deputy Clerk Whaley was instructed to wire the Hotel Senator regarding reservations for the above Officials. Councilman Dike requested authority to purchase $8000.00 in War Bonds from the Cemetery Endowment Fund. On motion of councilman Thornquest, seconded by Council- man Gunter, unanimously approved, the purchase was authorized, Councilman lhornquest brought up the question of changing the location of the receptacles for empty tin cans and paper. This subject was discussed at some length but po action taken. Building Inspector "hristensen requested the appointment of Hi Geddes as assistant Building Inspector. On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the appointment was approved. An appropriation of $50.00 to cbver ,the expenses of Building Inspector II Christensen. to'tha::Pacif•Tc .C'bast.Bulilding Officials Conference was authorized on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, unanimously carried. Treasurer Tripp requested authority to transfer $500.00 from the General Fund to the Redlands city Water Bond Fund. On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the transfer was authorized. The Clerk was authorized to call for bids for a general audit and a set-up of a modern set of books in the Clerk' s Department. Deputy Clerk Whaley requested permission to remove and destroy all unneoeae- ary documents in his files. This removal and destruction to take place under the supervision of the City Attorney. On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by 347 -1 Councilman Dike, such permission was granted. it Mayor Fletcher spoke at length on the new proposed Civilian Defense set-up,l stat& g that Redlands would be placed in Zone 3. Under new organization it is recom- mended that present Air Raid Wardens be transferred to some other branch of Civilian Defense but the Central Control be retained as at present. The details of the change,, is to be worked out by the Defense Council. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this. time, on motion the Council' adjourned to an adjourned meeting at 7 o'clock P.M. , September 23, 1943, Attest : I C. f( Cityrk ly Mayor of the City Redlands California. y y , o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o Redlands, California September 23, 1943 ' 7 o'clock, P. M. An adjourned meeting of the City Council, City of nedlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayer Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector Hhristensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson and Fire Chief Thomas. Absent : None On motion the reading of the minutes of the last reguTari meeting. were stir pensed with at this meeting. GARBAGE DISPOSAL The question of Garbage and Rubbish collection and disposal was brought up for discussion. Mayor Fletcher reported that Mr. Alchain, the present contract holder, had expressed his willingness to renew his contract, under the present scale of rates fat the expiration of his present contract . After a short discussion the matter was held over until further contact could be had with Mr. Alchain. MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE II A gr.o.up of Citizens representing a certain syndicate of the City of Redlands 1 who have purchased a portion of the former Country Club property, appeared before the, Board and offered to donate this property to the City for the purpose of maintaining la Municipal Golf Course. Mr. Larry Ikerman, representing the Redlands Chamber of i I Commerce, read a communication from the :syhdicate to the Chamber of Commerce stating their intention of making the above offer to the City and requesting the backing and li cooperation of the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. skerman stated that the proposition had been unanimously indorsed by the Chamber of ' ommerce Committee for Community Betterment. � it 348 During the discussion it developed that the Untverstty of Redlands , who owns the bale::;.; ..i II k•c- o_ : = • L Countr Club •ro•ert • would be willing to lease that portion to the City for five years at the rate of $1.00 per year with an option to purchase it at a price approximating $4500.00. As the time was short for discussion, owing .to other scheduled matters, the proposition was taken under advisement with a decision to be rendered at a later date. ii HEALTH ORDINANCE Ordinance No, 8481 an ordinance adopting a Health Code for the City of ItRedlands, was read and after lengthy discussion and explanation in detail by Dr. Folkins of the Board of health, was laid over under the rules, DRINKING FOUNTAIN The question of locating a drinking fountain in the business district of the City of Redlands was broughtup and discussed. After due consideration„.on motion of ;! hCouncilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, the City Engineer was directed to erect 'a drinking fountain on State Street at the North-east corner of State Street and Orae. i, I DEFENSE COUNCIL TELEPHONES I'' On motion of Councilman Cls pp, seconded by Councilman Dike, it was directed 11 that all unnecessary telephones, now being used by the Defense Council, be disconnected ' and their use discontinued. further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ;Attest : C ctyT' i. , g,ela 71:9-451-Mayor of the City of edland�ifornia 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 i Redlands, California October 7. 1943. 7 o'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy ( Clerk Whaley, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Police Chief Peterson and Fire thief t'homas. Absent : Councilman Clapp and Building Inspector Christensen. The minutes of the last regular meeting and the adjourned meeting of ( September 23rd were read and approved. ' COMMUNICATIONS. li The following communications were read and ordered filed. From V. L. Alchain offering to renew his present Garbage Contract for „another two years, beginning January 1, 1944. In compliance with the law, the Clerk ,I was directed to call for bids for parba• e collection. 349 From the Aetna Life Insurance Co. notifying the City of a slight increase in the rate of group insurance. From the Redlands Lions Club requesting the Council to appropriate the same amount of money toward the expense of the Annual Hallowe ' en Carnival,, , as in • i previous years. On motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the amount of *200.00 was appropriated for this purpose. From .Mrs. Stewart R. Hotchkiss protesting the nr000sed elimination of certain sections of the Health Ordinance now before the Council for approval. From the Sacramento Convention Fureau stating that reservations had been, made at the El Rancho., of Sacramento, for the City officials attending the conventional. REPORTS Reports of the City Judge, the Police Department, the Pound Master, the 1 Building Inspedtor, the Sanitary Inspector and the County Health Department (Milk Tests ) for the month of September and the Financial Statement„General City Fund, for the months of July and Augusta were presented and ordered filed. Police Chief Peterson reported favorably oh the Beer License granted, by the State to Rebert Snyder and Margaret Snyder. Councilman Clapp entered the place of meeting and took his seat at the Council table. Councilman Gunter brought up the matter of a mowing machine belonging to the Lawn Bowling Club and which had been sold to the Country Club Syndicate for use in keeping the golf course in good condition. The Lawn Bowling Club now desires rto purchase a new mower and has made a request for the amount of money, received by the City for the old mower. ©n. mo,tion 'of Councilman Thornquest, seconded b r Gunter, i . I Councilman it was directed that �p75.00, the amount �r`eceiu,ed f oi �Ati` old' ISI II, ' mower, be credited to the account of the Lawn Bowling Club. ORDINANCES. Ordinance No. 847, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands, creating a fund for Capital Outlay, was read for the second time and edppted, by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Noes : None. Ordinance No. 848, a Health Ordinance, was again' g presented and held over, I for further study. The following minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting held October 7, 11943, at 8:30 o'clock A.M. , were read: Present : Mr. Hinckley, Mr. Wilson, Mr. Brewster and Mr. Rigby. I The following Petitions were all approved and it was recommended that li the City Council approve the same. The Petition of M.E. Stone to operate a repair and welding shop at 316 East Lugonia Avenue. The Petition of Mrs. Fred E. Hill for permission to remove three (3) Pepper Trees from No. 330 East Fern Avenue. r 350 ' The The following Petition was denied and the recommendation was made that the l' City Council deny the same. The Petition of L. Macias to remove the Pepper Tree from 1 front of 1204 Lawton Street. I, Respectfully submitted, Paul B. Wilson, Secretary. iI On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Dike, it II unanimously approved, the recommendations of the Planning Commission were adopted. COUNTRY CLUB PROPERTY 6 Mayor Fletcher reported progress on the Country Club proposition, stating ,I jl that a thorough investigation of the matter was being made and that an executive session of the Council would be called in the near future to arrive at a definite IF 'I decision. Treasurer Tripp reported .a notice of shipment by the OCD of 1200 ft of , 2A" hose for use by the Fire Department.,. it I Attorney Wilson presented a demand from the Title Insurance and Trust Co. I of Los Angeles in the amount of $4,956.86 for the yearly rental for water from the , E.L.M.W, Co. On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, it was H directed that the demand be paid. II Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. II No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Council adjourned to an adjourned meeting Saturday, October 16, 1943. at 11 :30 o'clock A.Mt J I Attest : �1 Cit Cl' Mayor of the City o Redlands, California) 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California October 16.11943 ' llt30-A H M. • '1. ' ' An adjourried- meetingrof t2eoCity -bounel,'•City of Redlands ''heldt"at`the=rel- ' II $lie of meeting. ii Present ; Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Whaley, ., ' Attorney Wilson and Treasurer Tripp. Absent : Councilmen Thornquest and Dike. iI Mayor Fletcher opened the meeting and on motion of Councilman Clapp, I ' seconded by Councilman punter, bills and Salaries as approved by the finance I commissioner were ordered paid. iii LI 351 Na further business demanding attention at this time on motion the Council Adjourned. II Attest : C_ City ler/ Mayor of the City of Redlands, California ' 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-00-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California October 21. 1943 7 :00 o'clock P.M. .3 This being the time for a regular meeting of the City Council and no quorwn 1 being present, the Uity Attorney declared the meeting adjourned. ttest : Cit C er , C of dedlands, California I o=o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o Redlands, California IINovember 4. 1943 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held. at the regular place of meeting. 1 i Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Dike, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, I Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector "hristensen, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson,,, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. I, I Absent : Engineer Hinckley. Thepminutes of the last regular meeting. October 7 . 1943. the adjourned meeting of October 16. 1943 and the adjourned regular meeting of Ortnher liar, 194' i were read and approved. I COMMUNICATIONS 1 The following communications were read and ordered filed. it From John Branigan, Supt. of Schools, expressing appreciation for the city contribution toward the annual Hallowe'en party. I P. From W. 0. Mulligan, Chairman, 3rd War Loan Drive, expressing appreciation to the City Council and Mr. Hinckley and his men for their support during the drive. From Dorothy Abraham, giving a summary of the Coordinating Council meetings ' of September 28, 1943 and October 26th, 1943. From Ruth Stillians, protesting the building of a public garage on West Colton Ave. in the 400 block. Referred to the Building Inspector. APPLICATIONS & PETITIONS The following Applications were read and ordered filed, it From Miss VirginiaWillett for part time office work in the City Hall. r 352 From Mrs. Avanelle D. Schwartz for part time work in the City Clerk' s Officell The following Petitions were read and acted upon; From the 'ity Clerk, to correct clerical error in current tax roll. Granted. 0 From J. L. Kirkpatrick and Anna Kirkpatrick to change their residence at 1429 Eureka St. into a duplex to provide housing accommodation for a war worker. Referred to the Planning Commission. ORDINANCES - Health The health ordinance was held over for further study. WEDS - Audit The following Proposals for an annual audit were submitted by the Clerk. From Logan R. Cotton, Redondo Beach, California, a proposal for a detailed audit of the accounts and records of all departments for the year ending ,tune 30, 1943, ' for the sum of 9800:00, but not including any change in the system used in the Clerks ' Dept. II From Faulkner. Oakes & Faulkner, Los Angeles, Calif. , a proposal to make a I thorough and complete audit of the books, records and financial transactions of the I. City of Redlands, for the period, July 1, 1942 to June 30, 1943, for the sum of 8275.OQ. Also a proposal to prepare and install a modern and up-to-date accounting system for I'll the office of the 'ity Clerk, and tie same in with the records of the City Treasurer, ' for the sum of $300.00 for services rendered plus the cost of the necessary books and'. ' it Jorinted forms. Also an offer to combine the audit for the year ending June 30. 1943 and the year ending June 30, 1944, and the setting up of the accounting system in the ' ' Clerk' s Dept. for the sum of $725.00 plus the coat of the necessary books and printed,) iforms. The proposal of Faulkner, Oakes & Faulkner for the combined audits and ) accounting system being deemed the best proposal made, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the proposal of Faulkner. Oakes & Faulkner Iil ' was ,accepted and all other proposals rejected. it REPORTS Reports of the Treasurer and the Board of health for the Month of September) ' II and the reports of the Redlands Police Court, the Redlands Police Dept. , the Pound '' Master, the Board of Health, the County Health Dept. (Milk Tests) , the Redlands Fire IIDept. , and the City Health Dept, for the Month of October were presented and ordered filed. A report by H. L. Lapides, chairman of the Hallowe' en Carnival for 1943, Ii was presented and ordered filed. (' I A report by the Triangle Rock and Gravel Co. showing the City' s royalty on ) sand and gravel mined during the Month of Sept. 1943, to be $58. 56 was presented and ;I, ordered filed. The monthly salvage report was ordered filed. Proclamation #20, suspending the plighting restrictions on the West Coast, effective as of Nov. 1, 1943, was presented and ordered filed. 353 A statement of Receipts and Disbursements by the Title Insurance and Trust Cnmpany of Los Angeles to the holders of East Lugonia Mutual Water Co. rirst Mortgage ', 61% Serial Gold Bonds was presented and ordered filed. An estimate of the cost of furnishing the Girl ' s Room in the basement of the City Hall was presented and held over for further study. The Mayor reported on the Country Club proposition stating that the figures , Ion the cost of operation had not been completely compiled and this matter was held ' over for future action. Councilman Clapp presented a request from the 490th Service Squadron. Rice, Calif. , for a donation of six chairs and a table. the same being part of City property inow stored at one of the City Pump Houses. On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Dike, the request was granted. Councilman Clapp also requested that the Council place a price on the piano, also stored at the pump house. On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, a price of $50.00 was ' authorized providing the piano was sold for use by the soldiers. Councilman Gunter made a brief report on the League of California Cities Conference held at Sacramento during October. Councilman Gunter discussed the water rate for Victory Gardena and stated 11 ( that a plan for future charges was being worked out with the Water Dept. and would be presented for Council action at a later date. Councilman Gunter also reported on the last meeting of the League of California Cities, held at Chino/ and stated that he was working with President Soperj as to the time and place of the next meeting. Councilman Clapp spoke of the suspension of the lighting restrictions under ' Public Proclamation #20 and suggested, that the paint be removed from the street light sl, On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, City Street Supt. Hinckley was authorized to remove the paint from all street lights. Councilman Thornquest brought up the matter of the City Health Nurse, stating that under the agreement with the Assistance League, that beginning as of Nov. 1, 1943,. the City Health Nurse was to become a full time employee of the City. After some Hdtacussion as to the peed of a City Health Nurse, on motion of Councilman Thornquestj '' seconded by Councilman Dike, Miss Ann Farrell was placed on the City payroll as City , 1 P Health Nurse at a salary of 8180.00 pee month. I, Councilman Clapp, as president of the Lions Club, reported on the Jiallowe' er (`parties sponsered by the Lions Club and the ,City Schools. After all expenses had been timet a balance of 871.70 remained in the fund collected; by. Mr. Lapides. This money ;has been placed in the bank and will be known as the Hallowe ' en Carnival Fund. !ir Treasurer .Tripp stated that there was a balance of 846.00 remaining from last year ' s Carnival and on motion of Councilman Dike, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the V IC-Up Treasurer was authorized to withdraw this amount from the general Fund, and place '' it in the Hallowe ' en Carnival Fund. the motion was carried by the following vote; Aves--Councilmen Phhornquest, Dike, Gunter and Mayor Pletcher. 1 Councilman Clapp not voting. II Fr 354 On motion of Councilman Gunter, sedonded by Councilman Dike, unantmously adopted, it was direr.ted that a resolution of appreciation be spread on the minutes and a cony be addressed to the Supt. of Schools, the "ions Club and to Mr. H. L. Lapides. Treasurer Tripp reported on the cost of obtaining cots and bedding for _transient service men. After some discussion as to the amount needed and the coat of same, the matter was held over for further study. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the finance commissioner. H la further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the ounci C ,adiourned. Attest : Cil,41C Citq„Cle k Q, , 497 Mayor of the City of Redlands, California 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California November 18. 1943 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, "ity of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Councilman Dike. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. i IIThe Mayor stated the Council was now ready to hear from anyone having matters to present, whereupon Mrs. Louis Cooper, Mrs. Mullen and Mrs. Rodney Cranmer !spoke briefly in protest against a petition to remove the upper Trees and Parkway in ] front of the Post-office Building. In connection with this matter Attorney Wilson jlgave a report on the meeting of the Planning Commission and Mr. Isaac Ford presented �+ a map. showing , : t_e s : . z , se - in the vicinity of the Post-office Building. No decision was taken on the matter pending a final report from the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission recommended that the petition of J. L. Kirkpatrick Ii and Anna Kirkpatrick to change their residence at 429 Eureka St. into a duplex to !provide housing accommodation for a war worker, be approved subject to a public protest meeting. The Clerk was directed to publish notice of such a meeting. Upon recommendation of the City Attorney, the application of the Office of !i ' 1'th( State Comptroller to cancel all taxes and place title in name of the State of Californiq, on Lot 14 of Tract No. 1987. Cook's2nd Add .. City of Redlands, was approved. APPLICATIONS. The application of .ylvia Boynton for part time office work was presented and orderad_filed. ;I I 355 The application of the United Outdoor Advertising Co. to place five courtesy advertising benches for the Barbara Ann Baking Co. in the City of Redlands, was presented and refused. I COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed. From Kathleen Cooke, expressing appreciation for the gift by the City of [six chairs and a table to the service men at Rice, California. From a. W. Soper, President, Citrus Belt Division of the League of California Cities, announcing that the next meeting of the League would be held in Redlands on January 28, 1944. ISI REPORTS Reports of the City Treasurer and the Building Inspector for the month of October, the City Clerk for the month of September and October, the County ReAlth Dept. (Milk Test) for the first two weeks in November, the City Health Nurse for the period January to October 1943, and the Redlands Humane Society were presented and ordered fil . A report from E. Q. Sullivan, District Engineer, Division of Highways, T! State of California, showing the apportionment of the October 1943 quarterly payment I I of ; the 4 cent Ras tax allocation for streets of major importance for Redlands to be ' 2.618.87 was presented and ordered filed. Treasurer Tripp gave a further report on the cost of Cots and Bedding for transient service men and after some discussion the Treasurer was directed to obtain additional information so that action could be taken on this matter. On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Treasurer it \ was directed to transfer $20.000.00 of Water Dept. funds and $10.000.00. of Cemetery II ;Dept . funds to the Capital Outlay Fund in accordance with Ordinance #847. Engineer Hinckley brought up the question of a building at the City Dump ior the Caretaker. On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, Engineer Hinckley was Authorized to make the necessary improvements. Engineer Hinckley reported that the cost of fitting up a room in the base- men€ for a Girl' s Lounge would be approximately $200.00. On motion of Councilman (Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, Engineer Hinckley was _authath ad to proceed with the work, the cost not to exceed $200.OQ. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the finance commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Coune`1 adjourned. Attest : Cgte‘L-Cf Mayor of the City of Redlands, California 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 D 356 , Redlands, California lI; 1 December 2. 1943 7 o'clock P.M, I A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the il Iregular place of meeting. I I' Present : Councilmen Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Whaley, ) Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, ) Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. ii Absent : Councilmen Thornquest and Dike. I 11 The mutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. 1ii a Communications. lip Applications or Petitions. 1� REPORTS 1% 1 rts of the City Judge, the Builg e Ins p ctor, the Sanitary Ins , ep<ctor, ! I Repodin ' the Pound Master, the Police Department and the County Health Dept. (Milk Tests) ii for the month of Nnvemher were presented and ordered filed. UMP il Councilman Clapp brought up the question of the maintainence of the City j1 LI Pump, stating that under the present conditions that it is impossible for the care- taker to get enough salvage to pay him to maintain the Dump, After some discussion 1 ' on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, a salary of $75_.00 per month, plus whatever salvage is obtatnable, was authorized for the caretaker for II jnaintaining the City Dump in first class condition i i ' GIRLS LOUNGE Progress in the n, o. , : G__ _ ' • L. It ; was reported by Engineer Hinckley. I VICTORY GARDENS II Engineer Hinckley reported that the Water Department had worked out a new schedule of rates for Victory Gardens. Upon his recommendation the following moti n was made by Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp and duly approved: That . the former rates pertaining to Victory Gardens be rescinded and the following rate to apply: On Victory Gardens of 500 Square Ft. or more, the rate to be 3/ per I hundred Cubic Ft,over the present minimum of $1.40 for 1700 Cubic Ft. and that in 1 the future all water bills will be presented for payment Bionth1P instead of Monthly -M . APPLICATION FORMS FOR USE OF CITY HALL AUDITORIUM 1 q 11 The Clerk presented a form of application for use of the City Hall Auditorium I' and after some minor changes it was directed that these forms be used in the future 111 for all uses of the Auditorium. 1' jl PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING The following Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting_held December 2, '� 1943, at 8:30 o'clock A.M. was presented by Paul Wilson, Secretary. i .35'7 "The Petitipj of dames B. Stone for the removal of the Pepper Trees and Parking in front of the Post Office was again considered and it was unanimously recommended that the Petition be denied," On the same subject a report was filed by a special committee which made specific findings, suggestions and recommendations and it was unani-:,:z .mously recommended that said report be favorably acted upiA by the City Council. "On Motion duly adopted the City Council was requested to make the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce Safety & Traffic Committee, an ex-officio member of the Planning Commission." "On Motion duly adopted it was ordered that future meetings of the Commission be held at the call of the Chairman on Wednesdays at 4 :00 o'clock P.M. , preceeding the council meetings. " Signed---Paul R. Wilq,0 , Secretary Planning Commission. After due consideration on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Council- , man Gunter, the report of the Planning Commission was accepted and it ' s recommendations Approved. Councilman Thornquest entered the Council Chamber and took his place at the Council Table. UDTNANCEt The following Ordinances were introduced and laid over under the rules. Ordinance #849--War Council Ordinance. _Ordtn.ance #850_-An Ordinance repealing Dimout Ordinance #839. Ordinance -An Ordinance 851- the .Salaries of the City Clerk and # fixing ' City Treasurer. ordinance #852.--An Ordinance setting up Time Limit and Directional parking around the U.S. Postoffice and adjacent streets. The following Ordinance, Health Ordinance #848. was read for the second time and duly adopted by the following Vote. Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest,Clapp Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Noes : None. PURCHASE OF E.L.M.W.Co. BONDS. On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the Treasurer was duly authorized to purchase E.L.M.W. Co. Bonds , to yield 6% interest, with Cemetery Endowment Funds. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Councils adjourned. Attest : Ili c City Cle '� /%� z Mayor o e C yo "e• anis, a orn a I �I L Fr- 358 Redlands, California December 16. 1943 7 o'clock P. M. F I A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. 111 I I Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp, Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk 04haley, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent . Councilmen Dike and Gunter. 1 The minutes of the Last regular meeting were read and =roved. I'. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed. From Herbert C. Kelly, Attorney-at-law, accepting the proposal of the City 1 Council for paying up the back taxes on Lots 2 and 9 to 16 inclusive, of Nebraska I' , Tract, City of Redlands, in the amount of $600.00 and enclosing a check to cover same. From the Petrol Corporation requesting the opportunity of bidding on the requirement of the City for Paints, Varnishes, etc. From Walter Wurdeman & Welton Becket, architects, enclosing a booklet, "Planning with you, " and requesting the opportunity of figuring any future building. 1 iby the City. APPLICATIONS The following applications were presented and ordered filed. For use of the City Hall Auditorium, The Pan-Hellenic of the U. of R, for 1 the evening of 12/11/43, the Boy Scouts Court of Honor, 12/15/43. the U.S.O. for the !I ill evenings of 12/25/43 and 1/1/44, The applications of the U.S.O. having been approved', by the Chairman of the Building Committee, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded byl Councilman Thornquest the pse of the Auditorium for these two occasions was granted rental free. At this time a committee, Mr. Smith, Sheppard and Hammack, representing the Nevada-California Electric Power Co. . of Riverside, California, was presented by lAttorney Wilson and Mr. Hammack spoke to the board regarding a Tib i oe Salm- for certain power lin s now located in the City of Redlnnda and used by the Above power. Company to furnish power for City Pumping Planta. Mr. Hammark stated that his company was desirous of making major repairs on the power line but could nat. do so until the power line was legally in their possession. The matter was discussed at some length and the board decided more time was needed to study the situation, therefore the proposition was held over for TurtherLinvestigation by the City Engineer and City Attorney. ORDINANCES II it The following ordinances were read for the second time and the following faction taken. Ordinance 4850. an ordinance repealing Dimout Ordinance #839, was passed by the ,Following vote. ,Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp and thayor Fletcher. 3591 lioe.a.! None. Absent : Councilmen Dike and Gunter. Ordinance #851, an ordinance fixing the salaries of the City Clerk and the I' (City Treasurer was passed by the following vote: Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp and il'ayor Fletcher. Noes: None. Absent : Councilmen Dike and Gunter. Ordinance #852, an ordinance setting up Time Limit and Directional Parking on Streets adjacent to the U.S. Postoffice, was passed, by the following_ Vote. Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher. Noes : None. Absent : Councilmen Dike and Gunter. 1 Ordinance #849, an ordinance setting up a war council, was held over for 'I further study. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed. Financial Qtatement, General City Fund, for the 'month of October, Treasurer Report for the month of November and Report of the city Health Department for ''ovember. Treasurer Tripp reported that he had purchased 50 cots and equipment for use of trancient service men. The matter of closing the City Hall at noon on Friday, December 24th, was brought up and after some discussion on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, and duly approved, it was directed that All employees of the II City be given Friday afternoon, December 24th, 1943, off. Bills and Salarievy were ordered paid as approved by the finance cimmissioner. jlo :further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to an adjourned meeting at 11:45 A.M. Thursday, December 30th. 1943. Attest : //// 4itipezeiarrlp[7-7i CaliforniaMayor of the City of Redlan s, 1 III I � 1 ' I � II J r 360 I Redlands, California II December 30. 1943 11 :45 o'clock A.M. i An adjourned meeting of the Redlands City Council held at the regular ` Iplace of meeting. i 111 No Councilmen being present= the Clerk declared the meeting adjourned h II until 5 :00 o'clock P.M. December 30, 1943. ( Attest : L� City C � of Redlan California II I 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California December 30,_1943 5:00 o'clock P.M. ii An adjourned meeting of an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, 11 j I City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher, Deputy Clerk Whaley and Treasurer Tripp. ij 1 1I Absent : Councilmen Dike and Gunter. Mayor Fletcher presented the matter of erecting a small building to be I 11 known as the "pond House" and to be located on the "Triangle". After some discussion, II l on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the 1tayor was I instructed to draw up plans and specifications with an approximate cost of constructiion I and present same to the board at the next regular meeting. Deputy Clerk Whaley sought authorization to have 300 conies of the Health I Ordinance printed in pamphlet form for distribution by the Health Officer and on , motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest and duly carried, such authorization was granted. ;I The question of moving the lettering_ on the doors of the upstairs rest roomerest room's II ( to a lower panel on the doors, to make them more visiblei was brought up by Council- I ' man Thornquest, and Mayor Fletcher stated that this would be taken care of without 1 i' further action by the board. 1 jSills and Salaries were ordered paid as improved by the finance Commissioner. I a further business demanding attention at this time, on nation the meeting adjourned. 1 i I Attest : Ciy� erl214, II / i II Mayor of the City of `edlands, alifornia 11 ,i II 361 Redlands, California January 4, 1944 5 20 o' clock P. M. A special meeting of the ity o ,ncil, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp pp and Mayor Fletcher, Attorney Wilson and Treasurer Tripp. Absent : Councilman Gunter. I Attorney Wilson reported that the Councilman Post held by Harold Dike was vacant because of his continued absence for sixty days from the meeting,q of the Council. Attorney Wilson presented the written consent of each of the Councilmen Ito the holding of a special meeting for the express purpose of appointing a City Clerk. The meeting was called to order and Mayor Fletcher announced the deatb. of 'Q. P. Hook, the City Clerk, and declared the pos}iion vacant. It was moved by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, that Harry R. Whaley be appointed City Clerk for the unexpired term. Motion carried. j' further business demanding attention at this time, on potion, the ;Council adjourned. Attest : C1 y C_er �i ,fes_ _ Mayor of t e City of 'edlands, Californ a 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California January 6, 1944, 7 o 'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, City llClerk Whaley, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. Vacancy - One. The jnjnutes of the last regular meeting, December 16, 1943, an adjourned 'regular meeting., December 30, 1940 at 11 :45 A.M. , an adjourned adjourned meeting, December 30, 1943 at 5 :00 P.M. and a special meeting January $, 1944, at 5:20 P.M. There red and approved. COMMUNICAT IONa The following communications were read and ordered filed. From Talor M. Peterson, Mayor of the City of Ontario, California, regarding the = • - - . _A' to be held in Redlands, Friday, January 28, 1944. Mayor Peterson reported that he had invited Richard Graves . F.xscntive Serretary of the I x362 - League to be the speaker at this meeting,. i From L. H. Myers, manager of the Chamber of Commerce, enclosing a copy of their budget covering the fiscal year from July 1, 1943 to June 30. 1944, and an itemized statement covering the expenditure of $1500x00 and requesting the City to 11 reimburse the Chamber of Commerce in the above amount. As this amount was appropri- li ''ated by the City for this purpose and included in theCity budget on motion of i` Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, it was ordered that this item be paid. I ORDINANCES II Ordinance #853, an ordinance prohibiting the riding of horses on the side- ,walks within the City was introduced and laid over under the rules. II tl ji Ordinance #849, an ordinance of the City of Redlands creating a department Iiof Civilian Defense and providing for the Organization, Powers and Duties thereof, was read for the second time and on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by . Councilman Clapp, was duly passed by the following vote : 1 Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp, Gunter and mayor Fletcher. ii Hi les_ None. I II Vacancy: One. REPORTS ;! The following reports were presented and ordered f11ed. The City Health Department, Redlands Police Department, Pound Master, , II'Sanitary Inspector, City Judge and the County Health Department (Milk Tests) for the 'month of December. ORAL PETITIONS Jack Iahn addressed the Council requesting a permit to keep a horse on his iproperty located on West Fern Avenue. After some discussion the matter was referred Ito the Sanitary Inspector. Mr. Tillotson, a represenative of the Union Oil Co. , addressed the Council regarding the purchase of gasoline for City use for the year of 1944 and presented a contract which would cover the City requirements this vim. After some discussion lithis matter was referred to the City Attorney and City Engineer for a report at the 'next regular meeting. Albert Faulkner, Auditor, adss dreed the Council explaining some of the jI ontemplated changes in the accounting system in the Clerk' s Department. II BOND HOUSE li The matter of erecting a bond house in the Triangle wasagain brought up for discussion by kayor Fletcher. After inspecting some plans and specifications, II II I11 presented by the Mayor, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman 11 LClapp, it was authorized that the plan as presented be carried out in time for the National Bond Drive, January 18th, 1944. n RESOLUTION Attorney Wilson was directed to present a resolution at the next meeting covering disposition of all t'eee and commissions received by employees of the i Separate City Departments during worlfing hours, I, 363 - - RESOLUTION ( re, death of Clinton P. Hook) The Mayor announced the death of Clinton P. Hook, City Clerk, and upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the following resolution was unanimously adopted, ordered spread upon the minutes of this Council, and a cony sent to the family: That whereas, the City of Redlands feels so deeply the loss of Mr. Clinton P. Hook, who has served this city so faithfully for twenty-nine years as it ' s City Clerk, and whereas each city official and officer knows personally of the capable and trustworthy manner in which he performed the duties of that office, Now therefore, on behalf of the entire City of Redlands, the City Council wishes to express it ' s appreciation for the contribution of Mr. Hook through the years to the civic welfare and development of Redlands, and to offer it ' s sympathy to Mrs. Hook and the members of his family in their bereavement, and to assure them that the memory of Mr. Hook will remain always with them, as a man of integrity and as a beloved associate. DEPUTY CLERKS City Clerk Whaley presented the appointments of John Woodstra and Anne Macomber as Deputy City Clerks and recommended that the ,salary of Anne Macomber be increased from $150.00 to $165.00 per month. Upon motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the appointments were approved and the salary increase for Anne Macomber was authorized. FIRE HOSE On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the purchase of goo feet of 4 inch hose for use by the fire department was authorized. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the finance commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Council adjourned. Attest : yid L City Clerk Se—sl v ' Mayor of the City of Redlan s, aliforniail 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 lil �I 1 e SII r364 Redlands, California January 20. 1944 Iii 7 o'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular; I 'place of meeting. v Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp, Gunter and 'ayor Fletcher, City 1, Clerk Whaley, Bldg. Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, City Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief 1homas and Police thief Peterson. Absent : None ' j Vacancy: One III The Minutes of the last regular meeting were ad and approved. �! re The Mayor stated that the council was now ready to hear from anyone in the audience on .Any matter to be brought before the Rnard, whereupon, Mr_ R_ P_ Anderson and Mr. J. J. Meyer spoke briefly in protest of a permit being granted Mr. Jack Iahn i! Ito maintain a horse at his residence at 1525 West Fern Avenue. A let er from a Mrs. II Hinsvaark, Compton, California, addressed to the Chief of Police, relating to the ,I ,same matter was_re.ad. After lengthy discussion, Councilman Clapp moved that a specialL Permit to fir. Iahn be denied. Motion was lost for want of a second. After further II ;discussion, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the ij I' !matter was referred to Attorney Wilson for a report at the next regular meeting; I o i 0M20CATIONS i' The following anmmunicationa were ,rte and ordered filed. From Mrs. C. P. Hook, thanking the Council for their remembrance at the time!, 'of Mr. Hooks ' death. II From A. E. Walker, of Dike & Co. , Requesting the opportunity of renewing i, the Allrisk Insurance Policy, - in the amount of $20.000.00, now held by Brooke Sawyer I, and which will expire on February 24. 1944. No action was taken on this request as the Board wanted more time to atudy the necessity of retaining an Insurance Policy of this ty . ! APPLICATIONS I The application of Janet C. Turner for general clerical work in the City !i Ball was presented and ordered filed. The application of the Associated Student Body of the U. of R. for USA of the City Hall Auditorium for a dance, January 21. 194(, was approved. i The application of M. B. Gorman & A, R, McKallip for an on-sale_hegr license, at 402 East Central Avenue, was referred to the Chief of Police for investigation. PETITIONS The petition of Robert C. Reston, 1005 Ohio Street, to keep one pig for I approximately two months was presented and on motion of Councilman Thornquest, , ,seconded by Councilman Gunter, the petition was ordered granted providing the Sanitary,, `;Inspector was able to get the names of the next door neighbors on the _petition. li II 30_,RDINANCE$ Ordinance. #R53 was presented and held over for further study. 1! 365 BEPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed ; Reports of the Fire Department, Butlding Inspector and the City Treasurer for the month of December and the report of the General City Fund for the months of �I November and December. A report from the Selective Service Board #277 of +Jong Reach, notifying, thel City' of the classification of Charles Frances in Class_2A until June 1944. AGENDA On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the following items were ordered removed from the agenda until further notice; Lease of Property--Mill Creek Canynr . Title to Mill Creek Ranches. Country Club Property. GASOLINE REQUIREMENTS The question of the purchase of gasoline for City requirements for the next l' I 'I year was again discussed and the City Attorney made the following recommendation; That because of the fact there is a shortage of gasoline at present and because gasoline is now being sold on allocation and as the Union Oil Company of California has had the City' s allocation for the past year, that the City' s require- :ment of ?asoline for the coming year be purchased from the present contract holder. 111 Therefore on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, it was dir- ected that the contract with the Union Oil Company pf California, as offered, be !entered into. • BILL OF SALE • c The matter of granting a bill of sale to the California Electric Power Company, successors to the Southern Sierras Power Company, of certain electric distrib- ution line properties now located within the City of Redlands was brought up for dia- lI cussion. After hearing a report, on the matter by Attorney Wilson, the following motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the tg formal resolutions presented be adopted and the proper City Officers be directed to II execute the desired bill of sale. The above motion was adopted by the following vote. Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. JQoes • None III Vacancy: One. BONUS (City employee' s entering Armed Service.. ) The matter of paving a bonus to city employees when called into the armed I' (service, was brought up for discussion and after due consideration on mottos of of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the following action was authr nrtzed. A bonus of one week' s pay if the party has been in the employ of the_Csty !for a period of six months and a s of two weeks pay if the party has been in the 'employ of the City for a period of one year or more, ' m !4 366 BOND HOUSE Mayor Fletcher reported that the Bond House had been completed at an approx- imate cost of $150.00 to the City and announced that the building would be dedic ted Saturday, January 22, 1944, by Charles Winneger, Hollywood Movie Star and other celebrities. � l Mayor Fletcher also reported that all arrangements had been completed for the League Dinner to be held at the i,a Posada Cafe on the evening of January 28th. 1944. (Executive Secretary Richard Graves is to be the principal speaker at the dinner and , Other entertainment is contemplated. This is to be a steak dinner at $1. 50 per plate.) Treasurer Tripp brought up the matter of the purchase of war bonds during the 4th War Bond Drive and on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman (Clapp, the treasurer was authorized to purchase bonds in the amount of $25,000.00. The money to be .drawn from the Cemetery Endowment Fund and the Capital Outlay Fund. Defense Secretary Tripp presented a list of the Defense Personel set up under the new War Council and on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the list was duly Approved and the names submitted, appointed to their respecti- ive positions. • Councilman Gunter teported "Progress" on the matter of erecting a drinking fountain in the business district . Councilman Gunter presented the matter of furnishing att"y watex to residents'i of the Mill Creek Zanja District above ment8ne. Engineer Hinckley suggested drilling a well, on city-owned property in that district to obtain the necessary water whenever j' Material and labor were available. No action was takeuas it was deemed unlikely that I' anything along this line could be accomplished during the war. Engineer Hinckley announced that Well #2 had partly caved in and recommended that the well be deepened at this time to obtain a greater flow of water. On motion ill Of Councilman Clapp, sftc.Oncsd by Councilman Gunter, the recommendations of the ail Engineer were approved. Engineer Hinckley announced that he had an opportunity to dispose of some shares of Redlands Heights Water Stock owned by the Cem&tesy and after some disrussinnl 11 on motion of Councilman Gunter, istaundad by Councilman Thornquest, authorization was granted to sell en . are of the above mentioned stock. Engineer Hinckley .requested permission to purchase an AJr Hammer for use of : the Street and Cemetery Departments and on motioz_ of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, Engineer Hinckley was authorized to make the purchase. Councilman Gunter extended his personal thanks to the Council and theMayor for the ase_o_f_tlje City Hall and City Hall Personnel in Putting over the recent War Chest Drive. Attorney Wilson presented Resolution of Intention #571 to close a portion of Roosevelt Road.. in the City of Redlands. After due consideration on motion of Council- •' Man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the Resolution was adopted. Treasurer Tripp requested perm of the Co___._unr i to purchase, for Ian in the Treasure ' s De_nartment . one sten-bank addi. a mach .u . and one modern typewriter_ itIIS 367 tr - - On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, authorization was granted Treasurer Treasurer Tripp to purchase these machines. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. 11Bills Mayor called for a recess and on reconvening_the matter of filling the ii vacancy on the Council created by the entering into the Armed Service of Councilman Dike was taken up. After due consideration on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, Dr. Bernard L. Hyink was duly appointed to fill the vacancy until the next regular election on April 11, 1944. Compensation in the amount of W.:00 per month was voted City_ employ , )))] H. Geddesfor the additional work and responsibility in his appointment as Assistant Building Inspector. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : C ty Clerk cook Mayor of the City of edlands, California 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California February 3. 1944 7 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meting. _Mayor Fletcher opened the meeting and welcomed Bernard Hyink as a new member I I of the City Council. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and, after a minor correction by Attorney Wilson, approved. The Mayor announced that the Council was now ready to hear from anyone in the audience who wished to address the Board, whereupon Mr- Guy Hughes and Mr_ Al Kingil leouested a special permit to flaw riding a cadew located near the old polo grounds on Sunset Blvd. The Clerk presented a petition, signed by Mr. Hughes and jVfr, 'I King, to keep eighteen horses at the above mentioned riding academy. On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Hyink, it was directed that the permit be ranted subject to Approval by the Sanitary Ins actor and the Chief of Poli . .. III After discussing the matter of petition9 to be presented to the Council, it was directed, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconders by Councilman Clapp, that where) City is petitioned for any purpose, the petition must be signed by the proper invest- igating authority, showing it ' s recommendations, before being presented to the board for action. ii r 368 The matter of the petition of Jack Iahn to keep a horse at his place of j residence on West Fern Avenue was ,aggitl`brought up for d sc ussion. The Attorney gave .the board his interpretation of the Zoning and Health Ordinances aoverinr this situa- tion itua tion and was directed by the Council to enforce the provisions of Section 20 of the Health Ordinance. COMMUNICAII01 The following connnunic tions were presented and ordered filed. From John Branigan, Superintendent of Schools, reguestinp the City to close ' that _portion of Roosevelt Road from Fern Avenue South to the alley, immediately South of Fern Avenue. From Mabel R. Gillis, Chairman, War Activities Committee of the California Ij Library Association, notifying the Mayor of a statewide "SEND YOUR BOOKS TO WAR" (campaign in February and asking the approval and cooperation of the City in this drive. APPLICATIONS & Petitions li The following applications were presented and or red filed. From Milton R. Buckmaster, applying for general clerigal work_in the City Hall. Ij From the Associated Student Body, University of Redlands, for use of the City Hall Auditorium for a dance on February 4th, 1944. From the Red Cross for use of the City Hall Auditorium for a "Kick-Off" (meeting at 7 :30 P. M. February 29th, 1944. Three petitions for correction of clerical errors on the assessment roil presented by the Clerk, were approved. A notice from the State Board of Equalization that they have on hand an application of Har ti Krouse for a Retail Package Off-sale Beer and Wine License ,and an Off-sale Distilled Spirits License at 217 Orange Street, and an application of M. H._prman and _A,. R. McKallip for an On-sale Beer License at 402a Central Avenue, was .presented and on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Attorney was directed to enter formal protests with the Sae. Board of Equaiizatiln against the granting of these licenses. ORDINAILC .S, Ordinance #855,_ an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the riding l' ij of horses lipon and over the Public Sidewalks, was read for the second time and Adopted b by the following vote. Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Noes : None. Absent : None. RADIO i 1 The question of granting n ermission to pr. Halburg to have installed in his automobile a two-way radio for use in conjunction with the Fire and Police Departmentsl' ;was again brought up for study. After due consideration and after hearing a report by Fire Chief Phomas of the necessity for such a radio-r;. on motion of Councilman Thorn- quest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, City Priority for the purchase of the necessary 369' equipment was authorized with the understanding that Dr. Halburg assume the cost of the purchase and installation and that the Radio Transmitter h cams the property of • ' the City of Redlands. RESOLUTION #573 The following resolution was presented by the Attorney and on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Hyink, was duly adopted. "WHEREAS? employees and officers of this City of Redlands, while in the performance of their municipal duties, receive fees and money from the general public and other sources, and whereas such employees and officers are paid a regular compensation for their services and employment by said city, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the compensation and/or salaries paid to such employees and officers shall be deemed to cover and to include e ach and every duty and all services performed by them in ceonnection with their municipal duties, and that all fees and money received by such employees and officers, while on duty or in connection with their respective municipal positions, shall be deemed to be municipal funds and shall be promptly turned over to the City Treasurer. " Councilman Clapp brought up the question of an automobile for use by the Police Department and as an item was set up in the budget for this purpose Police Chief Peterson was directed to investigate the possibilities of purchasing a new car for ante in his department. Mayor Fletcher, with the approval of the other melnhera of the .board, AppAinc ted Councilman Hyink Commissioner of Streets and Cemetery. Engineer Hinckley reported that he had received requests for street lights to be installed on San Mateo Street between Clifton and Palm Avenue. Treasurer Tripp reported that Mr. Stewart and Mr. Abbott had certified to the War Powers Commission that the City of Redlands had fulfilled all reauirements and were now eligible :for any benefits deriving from the War Powers Act. Treasurer Tripp also reported that the Y.M.C.A, is now fully equipped with Cots and Bedding for transient Service Men. j Treasurer Tripp reported that his office was working on a completerinventory of equipment owned by the City and requested permission of the Board to employ a person to assist in preparing this inventory. Permission for 16e above request was duly granted. Treasurer Tripp presented figures showing cost of insurance policy covering (city money handled by employees of the Treasurer' s Department both (. and mut of the treasurer' s office. After some discussion the Treasurer was directed to get other figures for comparison and report further at the next regular meeting of the Council. REPORTS Reports of the City Judge, the Police Department, the Pound Master, the City Health Department, the Sanitary Inspector and the Building Insoector. for the month of 7anuary were presented and ordered filed. On recommendation of Civilian Defense Secretary Tripp, L. 0. Hammen was II � duly appointed as a member of the Redlands War Council "Zip your Lip" committee, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp. II it Mayor Fletcher reported that the respective terms of Elam Anderson and J. J.Ir II 14'ii Pr- 370 (Prendergast as members of the Rnard of Directors of the Smiley Library had expired II Land recommended that these men be reappointed_ On motion of Councilman Thornquest, (seconded by Councilman Hyink, the recommendation of Mayor Fletcher was approved and !Mr. Anderson and ,Mr. Prendergast were duly reappoint d to their respective positions I �I Ito the Roard of Directors of the Librarz. The question of expenses arising out of the 4th War Loan ,Drive was brought up by 'ayor Fletcher and after some discussion, on motion_ of Councilman Clapp, Leco.n ded by Councilman Gunter, it was directed that the expenses already incurred be paid. The Mayor then brought up the question of a dinner for the members of the ,Rudy Vallee Coast Guard Band and on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, Mayor Fletcher was appointed a committee of one to contact the Secretary of the i�Chamber of Commerce and arrange some program to cover the cost of the proposed dinner.) II Councilman Gunter $.poke briefly regarding post-war developments, especially in regard to the Cemetery, stating that he had visited the Rose Hill Cemetery, at Whittier, California, and was shown just how valuable the Cemetery there had been made as a source of revenue to that City, and suggesting that something of a like nat-Ij lure might be worked out in Redlands at a later date. The Clerk asked permission to purchase a desk chair for his department and I �onmotion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the p L urchase Was auth- orized. .I Rims And. Salaries were ordered paid, as'.approved ,by% the finance commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Councill adjourned. 1Attest : V City Clerk • Mavore of the ity of. Redlands,` California. 6=0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 * .Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Clapp, Gunter, Hyink and Mayor Fletcher 1City Clerk Whaley, Engineer Hinckley.; Treasurer Tripp, City Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Building Inspector Christensen. !I� 371 Redlands, California February 17 . 1944 7 o 'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the !' regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Clerk Whaley, Sanitary & Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer!! Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : None The minutes of the last reg :lar meeting. were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed. From E. Q. Sullivan, District Engineer, Division of Highways, enclosing a tabulation showing the apportionment of the January, 1944, quarterly payment of the 4 cent gas tax allocation for expenditure of streets of major importance. The City . I', of Redlands share being $2,738.01. From the following citizens of Redlands, Mrs. Lewis A. Walker, Mrs. J. C, McLean, Mrs. Sue Smiley Underhill, Mrs. Lillie Webster and Mrs. J. C. Roth, commending the Council on the stand it took in reference to the granting of additional liquor licenses within the City. From the Redlands Heights Water Co. retarding use of irrigation water for human consumption, stating that the company is organized for the purpose of furnishing irrigation water only and that no water furnished by them may be used for human consumption. ORDINANCES Ordinance #854, an ordinance amending Section 13 of ordirmnce #79A, to h ' 2 ';,ihbrease 'the license- fees of Astrologist; Fortune Tellers, etc. , from ft..00 per du to $20.00 per day,was introduced, and laid over under the rules. Ordinance #855, an ordinance amending certain sections of the Health Ordinance #248, was introduced and laid over under the rules. RESOLUTIONS A resolution setting up a piinimum charge of $1 .50, plus cost, for the clean m of vacant lots within the city and directing the Street Supt. to post notice of such resolution on necessary vacant property, was adopted, on motion of Councilman Gunter, eeconded by Councilman Clapp, by the following vote : -�s- Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Noes : None Absent : None A ne_solution calling a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, April 11, 1944, and the consolidation of certain precincts within the city, was adopted', On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Noes ; None Absent : None i� Fr-3772 PLANNING COMMISSION The minutes of the Planning Commission, held on February 17, 1944, at 4 Ilo'clock P. M. were as follows : Present : Ford, Stitt, Brewster, Hinckley, Anderson and Wilson. After a discussion on the Fourth Street Property Owners Petition for remov- al of all the Pepper Trees between Clark Street and Olive Avenue, it was moved that ,the said owners be invited to a meeting of the Commission, to be held on March 2. 1941, at 4 o'clock P. M. , for the purpose of deciding on a definite re-planting plan,. The petition of *Ise Green for permission toe arry on a Dentist Office at 1318 Michigan Street, was considered and it was recommended that the Council deny said ,;Petition as some dozen adjacent property owners objected to the same. jr. b4, V. Moulton' s letter to Mr. Ford, dated February 7th, 1944, was dis- i cussed and it was moved that the Commission would not oppose his efforts to reconvert his property, on East Colton Avenue, back to an acreage basis. After a tour of inspection, the Petition of Mrs. Robert E. Jones, to remove the olive trees on the South side of Colton Avenue, was considered and it was moved that this petition be granted. The Petition of Ann Blesener was considered and it was moved that the six trees on Henrietta Street be removed, and the t rees on the North side of Elizabeth j,Street be topped, and the trees on Dwight Street be left alone. Respectfully submitted, Paul B. Wilson, Secretary. After discussing the report of the Planning Commission, the following factions were taken : On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Hyink, a permit for; the operation of a Dental Office at 318 Michigan Street, was denied. On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Hyink, the petition to remove the 9live trees on Judson Street, was granted. On moticn of Councilman Thornquest, ,,seconded by Councilman Clapp, the recommendation of the Planning Commission, on the petition of Ann Blesener, was adopted. APPLICATIONS. The Application for use of; the City Hall Auditorium, by the Chamber of Commerce, for an Income Tax Discussion, on the evening of February 22. ] 944, was granted. REPORTS Reports of the Fire Department for the Month of January and the General City I� (I 1Fund for; the first six months of the fiscal year, were presented and ordered filed. I i A report showing the present salary schedule for pity employees, was pres- rented and grdered filed. Mayor Fletcher' renorted on the success of the 4th War Loan Drive, stating that Redlands had gone over their quota. Mayor Fletcher reported; that he had been requested to appoint a committee !in Redlands to work with and be a part of the Facilities and Secuj.ites committee of it the County. On motion of councilman Hyink, Seconded by Councilman Clapp, the 373 following appointments .were approved. Chairman E. R. Thomas, committeemen Christenseni , Peterson and Hinckley. Mayor Fletcher reported that he had again been working on the Country Club matter and that he would have a detailed report to present at the next regular meeting,. Councilman Gunter made a short report on the serious trouble being had at present by the packing houses in obtaining necessary labor, as there were no housing Ilii facilities available in the City. He suggested that the possibility of locating suitable vacant property within the City for use as parking places for house-trailers ! Ibe investigated. It was decided to take this matter up again at a later meeting. Engineer Hinckley presented a bill from the Larsen Cleaning Establishment to the Baptist Church for the cleaning of rugs soiled by the flooding of the okurgh basement, which the church claimed was caused by the ,stoppage in the main sewer. After lengthy discussion, the matter was referred to the Bui&ding Inspector for investigation. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned Attest :7�Q Cit Clerk Mayor of t e ity of Redlands, a ifs ornia 11 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands,California March 2, 1944 7 o'clock, P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Pres nt : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, .Clerk "haley, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, !Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : None The Jiinutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Mayor Fletcher stat d that the Council was now ready to hear from anyone lin the audience having matters to bring before the board, whereupon Mr. Warden Nowler I I representing the Co-ordinating Council, spoke at length regarding the Playground Pro- gram sponsered by his organization. suggesting that something should be done in the Tway of 1pndacaping at the Oriental Avenue Swimming Pool. After some discussion, the matter was referred to Councilman Gunter for a report at the next regular meeting,. Mr. N. L, Levering addressed the board on three different matters, First, the house numbering on "The Terrace", stating that on that street the numbering was snot inconformity with the other streets in the same district. Second. a plan to r374 - - - - - - - - - (pro-rate the cost of post-war street improvements so as to allow property owners to nay their proportionate share of the amount necessary now instead of later. Third, a plan calling for the increase in the cost of business licenses for liquor establish: ments within the city for : the purpose of discouraging any more from coming into Red lands and possible eliminating some that are already here. Mayor Fletcher assured QIP: Levering the above matters would be taken under consideration by the kqaxd. COMMUNICATIONS jl The following communications were read and ordered filed. it ' From the Southern California Gas Company., and the Southern California IIlEdison Company, attaching certified statements showing the amount due the City of Redlands for the year of 1943, under their respective franchise agreements. From the State Board of Equalization, enclosing a copy of the findings and I!recommendation :of the S}ate Board in the hearing of the protest against issuing an additional liquor license to Harry W. Krouse. 1 From W. 0. Mulligan, Chairman, 4th War Loan Drive, extending thanks to the Council and City employees for their assistance in the successful completion of the (drive. APPLICATIONS Application for the use of the City Hall Auditorium for a dance on March 10, 1944, was approved. REPORTS Reports of the City Treasurer for the month of January. the Sanitary Inspector, Building Inspector, Pound Master, Police Department, City Judge and the County Health Department, Milk Tests, for the month of February 1944, were presented 11 and ordered filed. Attorney Wilson reported, further progress on the refund due th city from the Housing Authority. 11Mayor Fletcher presented a report on the Country Club Golf Course matter, b, [showing estimated receipts and expenditures on a monthly basis, and promising a further report at the next meeting. Sanitary Inspector Christensen reported on his investigation of the .sewer (damage to the Baptist Church propertys stating that in his opinion, the damage .to the I property was caused by a stoppage in the main sewer. Inspector Christensen reported (future damage• could be prevented by the installation of a back-up valve in the (plumbing_ystem of the church. After some discussion as to the liability of the city , orr the .mage already done, action was deferred because of lack of information, but I (the Building Inspector was directed to address a letter to the church officials (recommending that a back-up valve. as suggested, be installed, fj l Councilman Gunter reported on a meeting of the W.P.B. , which he attended in I Los Angeles, stating that there were some critical materials now available for pur- chase for post-war projects. It was suggested, at this meeting, that post-war pro- I ,jects be filed with the O.P.A. so that critical material could be allocated to the !i City for such contemplated projects. 3'75 Councilman Clapp and Chief of Police Peterson reported that they had been successful in locating a new automobile which could be purchased for use of; the police department and on motion of Councilman Thornquest, a e nded by Councilman Gunter, the Police Commissioner was given power to act in the purchase of this pew automobile. Chief of Police Peterson reported that he had employed_ ichara_Dawes on thee; ;police force and asked that the appointment be approved. On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Hyink, the appointment of Richard Dawes on the police force was gppr ved. Mayor Fletcher reported that the exterior woodwork on the Hall of Justice was badly in need of painting. Action was deferred on this matter until weather conditions improved. Mayor Fletcher reported that the 4th War Loan signs on the Victory House had been painted out and that in the future no more signs are to be painted on the building_. Future events, in which the Victory House is used, are to be publicized by the use of posters instead of signs painted on the building. Bills and Salaries were .ordered paid as approved by the finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council: adjourned. Attest : City Clerk • Mayor of the City of eedlan. s, -California 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California March 16, 1944 7 o'clock P. M. A regular meeting, of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, City Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas, Police 9hief Peterson and Deputy Clerk Macomber. I Absent : None The minutes of the last regular meeting were read, and approved. Mayor Fletcher announced that the Council was now ready to •hear from anyone !1 In the audience wishing to address the Board, whereupon Mr_ Milton (Air spoke at length on rare discrimination and presented a petition requesting that fns displaying race 'I discrimination he removed from eating places and all other places of business. After hearing from others present Mayor Fletcher appointed the following committee to it jinvestivite the matter and report hart to the Board recommending future Council actions/ Fr-376 if any is deemed necessary. Mr. N. L. Levering again appeared before the Board regarding the matter of house numbering on "The Terrace. " Mayor Fletcher appointed Councilman Hyink and Engineer Hinckley to investigate this matter and report back to the Board at the next I; regular meeting. Mr. Levering also brought up the matter of business licenses for liquor establishments and the possibility of a city tax on theater tickets. This matter was referred to License Collector Tripp. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed From the State Board of Equalization, notifying the Council of Alcoholic I! ' Beverage License Application by Harry W. Krouse for Retail Package Off-Sal&_ istilledi ,.' Spirits and Retail Package Off-Sale Beer and Wine at No. 3 West Colton Avenue. Mrs. Queenie Melville, Pension Chairman Indoor Sports Club Inc. of Long IBeach Chapter, agking the Council to go on record as favoring some kind of Pension Ifor the handicapped and crippled people of the State of California. From W. R. Updegreff of the League of California Cities, requesting a summary, over the Mayor's signature, of the City' s postwar public works and planning program. From the State Board of Equalization approving the withdrawal of the appli-I' Ication of Harry W. Krouse for Off Sale Beer and Wing License and Off Sale Distilled_ j Spirits License at 217 Orange Street. The matter of the damage to the rugs in the basement of the First Baptist ' Church by sewage from a stopped-up sewer line was again brought up and a letter writ-h ten to the Board of Trustees of the Church by Building Inspector Christensen was ( read, in which he advised the installation of a back-up valve in the plumbing system.• After an opinion by the City Attorney as to the City's liability for the damage in- curred, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, it was directed that the bill, as presented, be paid and the Building Inspedtor instructed to notify the Church Trustees that a Back-water Valve must be installed to prevent II future damage. PETITIONS The petition of Mrs. Kathie Woithe and Charles W Woithe, to close the alley 1 1between Lots 1, 2, and 13, Blk 2, Columbia Tract, was denied on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter. The petition presented by Mr. & Mrs. S. A. Young, requesting the Council tole. take some action toward removing a dairy located at 619 New York Street, was tabled 1 km advice of the City Attorney. . aEPORTS ' it Reports of the City Clerk, General City Fund, for the month of January and the City Health Department for the Month of February were presented and ordered filed' City Treasurer Tripp presented some comparative figures on burglary insurance and after some discussion on m tion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Hyink,l the mayor was directed to appoint a committee to investigate this matter with power LI 377-1 to act in purchasing insurance to cover city money. Mayor Fletcher, app!.t .Councilman • Thornquest, Councilman Gunter and Treasurer Tripp to this committee. Councilman Gunter reported on the landscaping of the Oriental Avenue Pool, making the following suggestions. Plant a hedge along the North side. Erect a solid board fence along the West side as a wing-break. Plant a hedge on the West side from {! 'the edge of the pool south to the corner of the lot. Along the South side of the lot, weld small iron posts to those already there and plant jasmine along this fence. Put in iron posts and wire along the East side of the lot up to the ewe of the pool and plant Jasmine along this fence also. Plant a quick-growing grass on the lot South of the pool. After some discussion, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Council- II lIHyink, it was directed that the Water Commissioner be empowered to act in beautifylng1 the pool and that the expense incurred be charged to the water department. The upr keep of the grounds after the work is completed, will be a responsibility of the .i water department for the present. Engineer Hinckley reported that for the present, the government does not want any more tin cans so for the time being, empty tin cans will be collected, alongll with waste paper, by the street department and stored at the city dumpL. The present public receaticles for tin cans and paper will b e dispensed with. The pity property it directly East of the Oriental Avenue Pool will be cleaned off and plowed and leveled. Councilman Clapp brought up the matter of the junked autojitobilea_ at the City yard, suggesting that something be done to get rid of them. This matter was re- ferred to Engineer Hinckley for action. Councilman Thornquest requested authorization to purchase three fog nozzles for use of the fire department and on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Coun- cilman Clapp, such authority was granted. The following minuted of the planning commission meeting held on March 2, 1944, was presented. I "This was asSpecial Meeting to which the property owners had been invited, to consider the Petition for removing the Pepper Tree! from the parking on Fourth Street, between West Olive Avenue and West Clark Street,and the problem of the replacement of same. After a general discussion, entered into by all members of the Commission and some eight of ten property owners, the following motion was duly adopted. That the Pepper Trees be romoved on a gradual basis and replaced with Live Oak Trees, planted about sixty feet apart. That for the ii present, only the poorest trees be removed. That the spaces between ,I the Oak Trees be planted with flowering trees, toadd color. " Present at the meeting: Mr. Hinckley, Anderson, Rigby, Stitt, Wilson and Chairman Ford. After a short discussion, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the action of the Planning Commission, was approved. Treasurer Tripp presented and read to the Council a letter received from 'Richard Graves, State Director of Civilian Defense, informing him that the California ; 'State War Council, at a meeting held in the office of the Governor, on March 3, duly Certified the Redlands Defense Council, as an "Accredited Civilian Defense Organiz- ation"„in accordance with the provisions of Section 3211.4 of the Labor Code (Chapter 920, Statutes 1943) . The certification was made Effective as ofothe date of February 378 3, 1944. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned, Attest : City Clerk II Mayor of .the City of Redlands, California II ill 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 11 Redlands, California ll April 6, 1944 7 o'clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the ! regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, I1City Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp ;I Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. 111 Absent : None. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. 1 ill ,III COMMUNICATIONS II The following communications were read, and Qtdered ft,]sed. From the State Board of Equalization, notifying the Council, of Alcoholic Beverage License Application by A. J. Schott, for On-Sale Beer and Wine, On-Sale Distilled Spirits and Off-Sale Distilled Spirits, at 305-307 Orange Street. From the State Board of Equalization notifying the Council that the protest .i lof the City Council, against the issuing of a license to M. B. Gorman and A. R, McKallip, for On-Sale Beer, had been overruled. 11 li From E. Q. Sullivan, District Engineer, Division of Highways, announcing ILII 1some minor changes in policies under subsequent agreements with Cities, for expendi- Jiture of 4 cent funds for State Highways. From Holbrook & Tarr, Attorneys, claiming a refund of Improvements taxes under Asse_sment No. 2341 of Merchants National Realty Corporation. After some dis- cussion. regarding this matter, on motion of Attorney Wilson, seconded by Councilman I1 1Gunter, this claim was denied. APPLICATIONS KIONS The applications of the au Scouts, the Women' s Republican Club and the l , 11 U. of R. "Spurs" for use of the City Hall Auditorium, was approved. The Application of Babett_e_11. `Barnes , for clerical work in the City Hall, was read and Q _f�ilsrdered file.g. ij On recommendation of Police Chief Peterson, the applications for permits to keep bees within the City limits, were granted to R. H. Lacy of Loma Linda and li 379-1 R. A. Schaefer of San Bernardino. An application by Mr. Van Boven for a mugs to keep 75 cows at a dairy on ' New York Street, was referred to the Sanitary Inspector for recommendation. j ORAL At this time Mr. Glenn Emmerson was granted permission to address the, Board: Mr. Emmerson spoke briefly in regards to the tabor situation at the Cemetery, report- ling that there had been some difficulty on several occasions in getting grave service 'I for late funerals. The Council referred this matter to Commissioner Hyink for invest=jl igation. II Mb. K. L. Levering 'appeared before the Board again, reporting on the &Alm ous condition of an unoccupied house at 48 East Pearl Avenue, stating that Mexican children were using this building for a playhouse and asking that something be done Ito correct this situation. This matter was referred to the Building Inspector for investigation. ORDTNANCES Ordinance #854, an ordinance amending. Health Ordinance #848, was read for the second time and adopted by the following vote: Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Noes : None Absent : None Ordinance #855, an ordinance amending Business License Ordinance #794, was read for the second time and adopted by the following vote: Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. 4 Noes : None Absent : None Attorney Wilson presented Resolution #571, a resolution to close a portion of Roosevelt Road in the City of Redlands, and on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the resolution was unanimously adopted. I'I PLANNING COMMISSION The following minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting, held April 6th, 1944. at 4 :00 o'clock P. M. , were read. "Present : Mr. Hinckley, Ford, Brewster, Anderson, Stitt, Mayor Fletcher and Secretary Wilson. After a tour of inspection favorable action, recommending that the City Council, approve the following two petitions : . ` The petition of'chas. E. Knight. to remove_ the Olive Trees on the South line of/East Highlan'fi Avenue, in front of his property. The petition of F. S. Gunter, to remove one Redwood Tree, in front of 1018 Campus Avenue. The petition of W. A. Roth involved trees outside of the city limits and no, action taken, as the Commission had no authority in this matter. Favorable .action was taken on the request and petition of Robert Burton and Caine Burton, to operate a grocery store at 310 High Avenue, and to love the present store building located at 116 High Avenue to the above location,. However Pr-380 the set-back of the building at the proposed location, was to be in line with the I houses on that block." ;I II I I Signed- Paul B. Wilson, Secretary. I On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the 1 report of the Planning Commission was approved and therecommendations ad nted. REPORTS The following reports were presented and o . -red file. . Report of the Cemetery Department, giving a comparative statement of inter jnents for the first quarter of the years of 1943 and 1944, I i Report of L. R, Coble , General Secretary of Y.M.C.A. ahaming the number of I Service Men using beds during the first three monthe_ of the calendar year. h Reports of the City Judge, the "ity Police Court, the Bu 1i ding Inspector it I the Sanity ry In$pector, the mind faster, the Poling Department and the Milli Teat$ i 1 for; the month of march, and the Fire Department for; the month of February. HOUSE NUMBERS ON THE TERRAC_E. Councilman Hyink reported that after a thorough investigation, by himself and Engineer Hinckley, regarding the house numbering on the Terrace, it was their a II recommendation that the House Number Record Book, in the Clerk's Office, be e.b_anged it 11 to conform with the house numbers now used by property owners on the Terrace. I 11 I 0 to-Wit : From @range, Street to 6th Street, "0 to 99" and from 6th Street to North Church Street, P100 to 199," On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman ! II i • Iil I Thornquest, the recommendation: of the above Committee was approved II Councilman Clapp brought up the matter of a Tax on Theater Tickets and after some discussion, this was laid over for future action,. Councilman Gunter reported that the key persons have been lined up to operate the swimming pools this season, and that progress is being made in the 1' beautification of the Oriental Avenue pool. it re The matter of the disposal of tin cans was brought up by Councilman Thorn=i, quest and after discussing ways and means the Engineer was directed to find out if the Ti order to save tin cans has been ;e4inded and report back to the board so that 1proper disposition can be made of this matter. lil Engineer Hinckley reported this was the month for clean-up week and it 1 was decided to name April 17th to the 29th as Clean-Up Week. j II�I Mayor Fletcher reported that he had attended a meeting of the Flood Control on Post-War Projects and had gone with them on a field trip to inspect existing check: ,I1, slams. and to investigate possible sites for future dams for conservation of water. r Treasurer Tripp read a letter from Miss Mabel Inness, Librarian, asking that an appropriation of 000.00 be made to help pay_the expenses of the Lincoln ' 11 I 'Shri_ n As this amount had been previously appropriated but not spent, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, it was directedthat the shove II amount be paid over to the Librarian for Lincoln Shrine expenses. IIII- I Rills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commiss- inner. , 381' No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to an Adjourned Meeting on April 18th at 7 o'clock P. M„ to aanr i I 1 vass the ballots of the City Election, to be klelct on Apra l i 1th, 1944 Attest. 1 'I ;k4-Pe 4J—eAL4 City Clerk I II Mayor of the Cit of Hedlands, 'alifornia y y o&0-o-0-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-0-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-0-0-0-o III Redlands, California I April 18, 1944, 7 :30 o'clock P. M. ' An adjourned meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the 1 regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, II City Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Police Chief Peterson and Fire Chief Thomas. 1 Absent : None. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fletcher and on motion of Council- ' man Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the following resolution was unanimously ,a adopted. Whereas the City of Redlands feels that it has suffered ' ' a great loss in 'the death of Dr. Robert Watchhorn, and i knows that it was privileged to have him these past years I[ as it ' s winter resident, a man of such ourstanding character, national achievement and high moral integrity that he was an inspiration to all his associates and townspeople, Now, therefore this City of Redlands extends it 's sympathy to Mrs. Watchhorn and to the members of his family, and ! assures them that the beautiful Lincoln Shrine, which he so graciously and generously gave to Redlands, will now have an even richer significance to all those who cross it ' s thresh- old, and that through the coming years the name of Dr. Watch- 1 horn will never be forgotten by the people of this city. i ' A short discussion was held in regards to the application by the National II Brotherhood of Service (for the Blind & Shut-ins) for a permit to sell flowers in Redlands on Saturday, April 29. 1944, On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, it was directed that the permit be granted. 4 , RESOLUTION DECLARING RESULT OF RT.FCTION This being the time fixed by statute and notice of election for canvassing '1 the returns of the Municipal Election held on April 11.1944, the Council proceeded i ;to tally the votes of twelve (12) absent voters and to canvass the returns, after 1 (which the following ResolutionSwas unanimously adopted "WHEREAS, a general municipal election was held and conducted in the City of Redlands, on Tuesday, the 11th day of April, 1944, as required by law. AND WHEREAS, it appears that notice of said election was duly and j legally given, that voting precincts were properly established, that election officers r 382 were appointed and election supplies furnished, and that in all respects said election Iwas held and conducted and the votes cast thereat, received and canvassed, and the rell turns thereof, made, determined and declared in time, form and manner as required by Il the general laws of theestate providing for and regulating municipal elections in ( cities of the fifth and sixth,.class, • _ , .. AND WHEREA$, the City Council of said City met at the council cham- lber thereof on Tuesday, the 18th day of April, 1944, at seven-thirty o'clock P.M. to canvass the returns of said election; and WHEREAS the Council finds as a result of said canvass that the number of votes cast, the names of the persons voted for, and IF other matters required by law, to be as hereinafter stated, now therefore it is hereby RESOLVED, determined and declared as follows : That said general municipal election was held and conducted in the 1 City of Redlands, on Tuesday, the 11th day of April, 1944, in time, form and manner as required by law. That there were 18 voting precincts established in said City for the'' purpose of holding said election, numbered A to R inclusive, a consolidation of the � regular election precincts 1 to 36, established for holding state and county elections. That the whole number of votes cast in said City of Redlands at said election was 2361. i; fl That the names of the persons voted for, the offices for which they were voted, the number of votes received by each of said persons, in a ach of said pre- cincts, together with the whole number of votes which they received in the entire City, are as follows : RESOLVED, therefore, that at said general mmmicipal election held in' i! the City of Redlands, April 11th, 1944, the following persons were elected to the j following offices, respectively: Harry R. Whaley was elected City Clerk for the term of four years from and after Tuesday, April 18th, 1944, and until his successor is elected and r qualified; C. J. Tripp was elected City Treasurer for the term of four years k from and after Tuesday, April 18th, 1944, and until his successor is elected and ) qualified; Maurice Clapp was elected a member of the city Council for the full ( term of four years from and after Tuesday, April 18th, 1944, and until his successor is elected and qualified; ' W. L. Thornquest was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of four years from and after Tuesday, April 18th, 1944, and until his suer censor is elected and qualified; Bernard L. Hyink was elected a member of the City Council for the I. short term of two pears from and after Tuesday, April 18th, 1944, and until his suc- cessor is elected and qualified;" I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was] adopted by the City Council of the City of Redlands, at a meetingthereof held Tuesday, April 18th, 1944, by the following vote : ' 'I Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Noes: None. Absent : None. II Dated: April 18th, 1944. 0 / n , vb`— C i Harry R. Whaley City Clerk The purpose of this meeting, having been attended to, on motion the Council adjourned. 1 it I 383 CITY OF REDLANDS, CALIF. GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OFFICIAL RETURNS APRIL 11, 1944. 1 CONSOLIDATED o ✓ j1 PRECINCT J J ic:fc'r its- „,/ l /2 . yf q4 3 $fit, :a, gO ��# 1 ev 1 I it ,�+ h� ` y �� rbc • ti1 Er � 8 Ili 1' !"AR 1 & g 87 41 121 100 110 110 2 128 1 "8" 2 & 5 74 31 96 74 71 78 106 II 1 ` I "'C” 3 & 4 68 66 121 95 94 94 136 p, j"D" 65& 15 86 35 109 90 88 81 124 1 0E" 7 & 8 54 43 86 73 63 62 98 l "F" 10 & 12 77 27 101 84 78 85 2. 108 "'G" 11 & 13 76 18 89 73 84 1 79 96 "H" 14 & 26 90 35 120 85 104 1 1 2 91 131 i "I" 16 & 19 88 47 126 97 I 94 111 136 "J"' 17 & 18 100 54 145 123 134 135 158 ; I I Ali"K"' 20 & 21 82 33 1041 82 1 1 1 1 1 1 97 94 117 I 11 I I "L"' 22 & 29 112 32:. 135 ' 112 130 122 148 "M" 23 & 24 125 24 142 117 122 128 150 l i "N" 25 & 27 96 29 120 82 99 101 127 11 "0" 28 & 30 105 26 128 108 108 106 1 132 111 "P"' 31 & 32 85 34 110 81 101 82 122 "Q" 33 & .34 131 32 156 115 144 141 163 "R" 35 & 36 115 54 166 125 154 1 150 169 ARSENT 11 1 11 10 11 1012yi TOTALi 66Z„ 662 2186 1726 1_ 1 t 1 1 1 1 RRR I___ 1- 1. a, 1860. 15 -L311-- 1 I Fr- 384.1 Redlands, California April 20, 1944 7 o'clock P. M. A pular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. ,Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Calpp, Gunter and Fletcher, Clerk Whaley, Treasurer Tripp, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Attorney ' Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Petersp . Absent : None. • ' This being the time set for re-organizing_tlle_Counail , the Clerk opened the (' meeting and called for nominations for the nffi.c_e o a3Cor. Councilman Thornquest , immediately nominated Ted Fletcher, Councilman Hyink seconded'the. nomination. There being no further nominations, Councilman Clapp moved that the nominations_be close-d. and that a unAnimous ballot be csuaLfor C2uDnilman_Eletsher for the office of Mayor. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gunter and approired by the following vote : Aires : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp and Gunter. Noet: None. Not Voting: Councilman Fletcher. The Clerk then relinquished the chair to Mayor Fletcher. (newly elected '' officers) The minutes of the last regular meeting of April 6th and the Adjourned regular meeting of April 18th were read_ and approves. Mayor Fletcher introduced Sr. L. Peck, the new Sun reporter, located in ; Redlands. j' COMMUNICATIONS A communication from the office of the Franchise Tax Commissioner thanking , the members of the Council for their cooperation during the current income tax filing ; period, was read and ordered filed. APPLICATIONS & PETITIONS The application of J. C. Van Hoven to operate a me_t ll dairy at 619 New ' York Street under the name of Redlands Quality Dairy, consisting of approximately 2 cows, was recommended by Sanitary Inspector Christensen and duly approved on motion : of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Hyink. The application of R. D. Stitt for a permit to keep one horse and up to two , ' hundred chickens at 1402 West Fern Avenue was, on recommendation of Sanitary Inspector Christensen, duly granted on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Hyink. On motion of Councilman Hyink, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Sanitary '' Inspector was empowered hereafter to grant such permits coming under his Jurisdiction, I 11 that are covered by ordinance. li Reports of the City Treasurer, the City Health Department and the County Health DepartmentLeMilk Tests, for the month of "'arch and the City Clerks Finan fl]. Statements, for the months of February, March and the Quarterly Statement, wane prea,ra entssL and ordered filed. 385 The 'Clerk -read a: letter signed by Building. Inspectdr-Christ.ensen and Addressed to Mrs. Jack J. London regarding her property at AL_East Pearl Avenue stat- , ing that this house would have to be dismantled immediately or it would be condemned, as it was unsafe and causing a fire hazard. Mayor Fletcher gave a detailed report on the Country Club Golf Course matter and recommended that the city underwrite a portion of the cost of the water necessary to maintainiinks. After discussion at length regarding the best course to follow and with the understanding that this is to be a municipal Golf Course, open to the !i p�bi tic, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, it was directed that the following ggreement be entered into with the Country Club Syndicate :': To-Wit : The Cit g to pay for 5.5% and the Syndicate 35% of the water used to maintain li the course, on a month to month pasis, for; the calendar year of 1944, Councilman Clapp reported that the Police Department had on hand a new radio; which had been removed from one of their cars and suggested that It be disposed of. After some discussion Commissioner Clapp was directed to obtain the necessary inform- ation as to the original cost and the present ceiling price on this article and report) back at a later meeting. Ii Councilman Hyink reported that he had arranged for an outside bell for the telephone at the Cemetery. Engineer Hinckley reported that the Assistance 'vague was staging their annual Horse Show on M_y 14th and had requested the usual cooperation by the City. On motion of Councilman Gunter, aesonded by Councilman Clapp, Engineer Hinckley was !)directed to handle this matter for the City. Treasurer Tripp reported that the present license ordinance_ does pot_ permit ' I the transfer of valid licenses and suggested that the Qcilnan a be amende_d to .C2rriULH this situation. This matter was held over for further study. Mayor Fletcher brought up the matter of the use_ of the City Council Chambers for public meetings and after some discussion on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, it was directed that the use of the EouncjJChambeils_ b$ restricted to Public, Semi-Public and Governmental Agencies meetings. l Councilman Gunter reported that because of the new Federal Amusement Tax it would be necessary to raise the admission price at the swimming pool and requested : that the following schedule of rates be adopted: 8 years and under 6¢ 9 to 11 years 12¢ 12 to 18 years 15¢ Over 18 years 20¢ On motion of Councilman Clapp, es condo&by Councilman Hyink, the above rates, as recommended, were adopted. Mayor Fletcher brought up the question of an adjustment in salary for some !I of the employees in the City Hall and after due consideration, on motion of Councilman Gunter, appended by Councilman Clapp, it was directed that the salaries of Lois Sprich, Margery Wearne and John Woodstra be raised to $180.00 per month. i Fills and Salaries were ordered paid as v oby the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the r 386 (meeting adjourned. Attest : erk City Clperk-_ L1 Mayor of the C ty of Redlands, California o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o Redlands, California I' May 4, 1944 7 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. 'I Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp and Mayor Fletcher, Clerk Whaley, Treasurer Tripp, Engineer Hinckley, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson, � Absent : Councilman Gunter and Building Inspector Christensen. • This being Youth Week, the Boys and Girls, who had been elected at the school elections, took their respective places at the Council Table. The Clerk ppened the meeting and called for nominations for Mayor. Three names were presented land on a asscnet ballet, Councilman Hoag was elected Mayor. After a very fine speech Iof acceptance by Mayor boag, the meeting was opened for the transaction of City busi- � ness. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. r j ° ,CQMhZMUN MUNCI_ The following commun ieations were read and ordered filed. From lire. Robert Watchhorn, expressing pr_ec a , on for the Resolutiori of Sympathy adopted at the last regular meeting of the City Council. From E. Q. Sullivan, District Engineer, Division of Highways, showing an apportionment of the quarterly payment of the : cent gas tax. From Zack J. Farmer, Chief, General Salvage Branch WPB, Southern Calif. , stating that for the present no more collections of Tin-Cans will be made and sug- gesting that we =lake_ a "Lan-Bank" at the City Dump so that our t.in:cana_ will be Iavailable later if needed. From Winston R. Updegraff, of the LQague of ‘'alifornia Cities, thanking the ; Mayor for his report on the post-war public works and planning program of the City of Redlands. From the �lifornia Water & Telephone Company enclosing a .heck in the vl amount of $1.542.02 to cover the franchise tax that had accrued during the year 1943. From the Redlands Heights Water Company showing the receipts and disburse- ments for the fiscal year ending February 29, 1944, �l APPLICATIONiS AND ETITIONS The application of Nuts L Gibson for a position as patrolman on the Red- lands Ponca—Kama, was preeents4 and held over for future action. 387 A petition by A. C. Guyette, regarding a driveway at his service station on the corner of 1st Street and Colton Avenue, was presented and held over for further study. ORDINANCES Ordinance 056, an ordinance covering the licensing of dogs in the City of Redlands, was introduced and laid over under the rules. REPORTS • ' " Reports of the Sanitary Inspector, the Building Inspector, the County Work Sheet for jail* Tests, the Redlands Police Department, the Pound Master, the Redlands Police Court, the City Judge, the City Treasurer and the City Clerk, General City {'und for the month of April, were presented and ordered filed. Treasurer Tripp brought up the matter of; the City Business License Ordtnc ante #794 and stated there had been many transfers of businesses lately and he felt that the provision of !Section 3, that "No license granted or issued under any provi- talon of this ordinance shall be in anv manner transferred or assigned" was creating a hardship on business . as six months license is collected in advance. On motion of Councilman Thornquest , seconded by Councilman Clapp, a resolution was adopted author- izing the Treasurer to make a pro-rate adjustment of the license, and credit thp_hal- III' Dance to the account of the new owner and the said place of business , it being the Council 's opinion that such an adjustment by the Treasurer was entirely in order and at in conflict with the Ordinance. This opinion was confirmed by the attorney. " Treasurer Tripp also reported on the matter of accepting Federal help_ for housing of tranctent service men and presented twin resaaitt.thns furnished by the State (for this purpose. One to cover the acceptance of $217.31, already allotted, and an- lther to covertthe application for a b_2% refund on monies spent on housing service meaLl These resolutions were duly adopted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Council; n P I men Thornquest. The Council was addressed at this time by Joe Guerrere, representing the Mexican population on the North side, requesting_permission to hold a Street Dance on 'Columbia Street on the evening of May 5th, and asking the.2ielp, of theStreet department i In installing lights for; the dance. Permissionrto hold the dance was duly granted Band Street Supt. Hinckley was directed to give the ,necessary help in installing the 'lights. 1 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Councill,: iadjourned. (Attest 1 City Clt{::44; Mayor of the City of Redlands, California ,I �I r:00 - _ - - - - Redlands, California May 18, 1944 7 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular, i place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Macomber, Bldg. Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Petersen. 11 4 Absent : None The reading of; the minutes of; the last regular meeting was dispensed with On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter. ,11 ' The petition of A. C. Guyotte to be allowed to maintain a driveway at his (service station on 1st Street and Colton Avenue, of greater width than is permitted by 'Ordinance, was discussed and on motion of Councilman Hyink, seconded by Councilman it Thornquest, it was directed that the petition be granted until such time that conditio' s 11 make it necessary to enforce the ordinance covering driveways in that locality. The application of Nute I. Gibson for a position as patrolman on the police ;force was ordered filed. ORDINANCES Ordinance #856, an Ordinance regulating the harboring and owning of dogs, I;and fixing a license fee therefore, was read for the second time and adopted by the following Vote : it Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Noes : None Absent : None. VACATIONS it The matter of vacations for City Employees was brought up and after due consideration, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, it was directed that the same procedure be followed for the fiscalfyear of 1944-45 that I I was in effect during 1943-44. The matter of wages for the Call 14en of the Fire Department was brought up li by the Fire Commissioner and on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Council- Man II Clapp, it was directed that their wage be increased to $2.00 for the first hour, $1.50 per hour for the second hour and all additional hours, and 92.00 par tan on drill nightq. II A:�lemand presented by Mrs. Julia Hart for an adjustment and refund on internment expense at the Cemetery, was discussed, and it was directed that the inter- I est on this account be cancelled and that all monies over and above the original cost it be refunded. II Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner: No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Counciii', Adjourned. Attest : 11 j!JHA lit City Clerk Mayor o the City o edlands, California 38 Redlands, California June 1, 1944 7 O'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular Place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Olapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Macomber, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley II Treadurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : None The reading of the minutes of the regular meeting of May 4, 1944, and of gj 18. 1944, were read and approved. Mayor Fletcher announced that the hoard was now ready to hear from anyone in the audience having matters to present to the council, whereupon Mr. Goodwin ad- dressed the board, asking permission to 1aeSha Rowl for a meeting of the TnwnseM Club on Tuesday afternoon, June 6th, as Dr. Townsend was to be present to speak and as; the Townsend Club Hall was not large enough to take care of the expected crowd. On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Hyink, the request was granted[. Mr. & Mrs. Henry Romo then addressed the board regarding a put-back in the alley back of the Fire Station, it being Mr. Romos & contention that a ten foot cut- back on the corner of his building would be sufficient to allow the fire department equipment to make the turn at that point. After discussion at length and on recommendlilil ation of the Fire Chief, the Council decided that the full amount of; cut-back, as Previously planned on, or twenty five feet each wag, would be necessary and ar. Romo was so notified. Mr, & Mrs. Woithe appeared before the board to protest the verdict in a recent court trial of Mrs. Woithe. After listening to the comments of both Mrs. .& Mr. II I Woithe, the Mayor informed them that the Council had no jurisdiction over the Court and therefore there was =thins that could be done in this matter. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed. From Henry Lopez, Jr. High School A.S.B. President, thanking the Mayor and other City Officials for the City participation in the Redlands Youth Week program. From the League of California Cities regarding Surplus War Property and stating that beginning on May 15th, 1944, the surplus properties of the Arm/ would be sold by one or another of eight new disposal agencies and not by the Army direct. From; the Executive Committee of; the RQdland Sdn er of Commerce. request- ing that the City again include in their budget the sum of $1500.00 for promotional I and publicity activities and designate the Chamber of Commea as agent, to carry on this work. This matter was held over for future action. From William Allen, Architect, regarding preparation of plans and specifi- lations for post-war projects, particularly a new fire hall and a mausoleum building. This matter was held over for future consideration. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS The application of Tomola Lipps for a position as Life Guard or Instructor It the Sylvan POol was referred to Mr. Ferguson. X390 SPECIAL PERMITS The following applications for special permits were presented and acted upon The application of John D. Koning to keep 50 chickens and 12 rabbits(does) Was denied on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. ii The application of john H. Hinkle to keep seven horses and one cow at 5th Avenue & Morrison Street was granted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Hyink. The application of Samuel Perry to keep one cow and two horses and one donkey ' At 128 Roosevelt Road was granted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Council- man Hyink. The application of Lorenza G. Garcia to operate a Crushed-Ice Soft Drink Stand at his home at 824 Lawton Street was denied on motion of Councilman Gunter, 'jeconded by Councilman Hyink. The application of Ed. Schlomer to keep two horses, =3 hundred chickens andl twelve rabbits (does) at 1148 Ohio Street was denied on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter. The State Boar of Equalization notified the City Council of; the application V or Alcoholic _Beverage Licenses by Carl Fatz of 15 West Central Avenue, covering QnaSale RePr_and Wine and On-Sale Distilled Spirits. RESOLUTIONS 11 fll The Redlands Qhamber of Commerce presented a resolution asking that the aity of Redlands go on record as swag_ an application of the TWA to establish a comer- .Ii Lal Airline Route from Los Angeles to eastern cities and showing Redl nda on it' s route. After due consideration the Resolution was adopted on motion of Councilman 1 Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. REPORTS I! Reports of the City Health Department for; the monthscdf April & May; the Building Inspector, the Sanitary Inspector, the City Judge, the Redlands Police Court, 1 She Found Master, the Police epartment, and the County Health Department Work Sheet 1 for Milk Tests for the month of Ian, •1944,_ were presented and ordered filed. The report of Faulkner, Oakes and Faulkner, Annual Audit, for the fiscal year, 1942 X943, was presented and ordered filed. V The Clerk presented a renewal insurance policy covering the automobile of the City Engineer for collision, fir and theft and after some discussion on motion of, Councilman Hyink, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Clerk was directed to notify the Insurance Agent that the policy would not be renewed. 1,11 The Attorney presented a construction, survey and exploration permit which the Federal Government had requested action on and which covered a parcel of land, I; ' approximately 3.98 acres, in the NW; OF SEM of Section 8 and known as Tract 80, based I. On Records of San Bernardino County, which is a portion of City-owned property_. After due consideration, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, it Ii was directed that the granting of; the above permit be approved. 39, The matter of Retirement for City Employees was brought up and a report of the Employee' s Committee was read. After some discussion, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, it was directed that the necessary steps be taken to secure the services of the proper state personnel to make an actuarial survey in Redlands to further the plans of making the City of Redlands a member of; (the State Employees Retirement System. Mayor Fletcher brought up the matter of the summer recreation program and (called on Warden Nowler to explain the suggested plan for this year. Mr. Nowler out- 'dined a proposed plan to use the playground at §ylvan Park for; this purpose and bus transportation to get the children to and from the park. This program, estimated to cost approximately $2000.00 for a period of a months, the cost to be equally shared by the City and the Schools. After much discussion Mr. Nowler was informed that the City would assume it' s share of ; the expense provided that a survey now being made by 11 ithe schools, showed the need of such a program. Mayor Fletcher announced that "arry Westerbrook had requested a leave of (Absence from the City to spend some months at the beach in an effort to regain his health. On motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the request was' granted. 1 Mayor Fletcher also announced that the Air Warning Service had been offic- dally discontinued and after some discussion it was decided to wreck the 109k-out 'station and move the material to the city shops so it would be available for other uses. Councilman Gunter reported that the landscaping at the Oriental Avenue Pool 'was progressing rapidly and invited the members of the Council to inspect this project. ;Councilman bunter also reported that he was having trouble in securing the necessary Ii towels for use at the pools. Treasurer Tripp stated that he was sure he could arranges oto purchase towels for this purpose. Treasurer Tripp requested authorization to purchase $7000.00 in War Bonds during the current drive from Cemetery Endowment Funds. On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Hyink, such authorization was granted. Treasurer Tripp announced that because of an error in figuring the amount of money nedessary to redeem the bonds and interest due this fiscal year, it would be necessary to transfer $8625.00 from the General Fund to the Redlands City Water Bond rFund and asked permission to make this transfer. On motion of Councilman Thornquest ! econded by Councilman Clapp, the above transfer was authorized. ' Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as Approved by the Finance Commissioner Mayor Fletcher announced that an executive session of; the Council would be held Thursday, June 8th, 1944, at 7 o'clock -P.M. 1 No further business demanding attention at this time, on ,notionk the Council E 1 jadjourned. Attest : 13-411 Ij C ty Cler Mayor_of._the City of Redlands, California 1 __e 92 FrPT3 Redlands, California June 15. 1944 7 o'clock P.M. 1 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular Place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Al'ayor Fletcher, II ;Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Macomber, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : None The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communication was read and ordered filed. From H Dushane Hynson. Jr. , Chairman of the 5th War Loan Committee, to ijMayor Fletcher, expressing thanks for the ,cooperation of the Mayor and the members of j the City Council. for their assistance in the preparations necessary to get the 5t War Loan Drive off to a good start. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS jl The application of C. S. Clark for a special permit to keep one horse and two hundred chickens at 450 East Cypress Avenue, was recommended for approval by Sanitary Inspector Christensen and on motion of Councilman Hyink, seconded by (Councilman Clapp, the permit was granted. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT The following report and recommendations of the Planning Commission was presented by Secretary Wilson. �I That the petition of harry Whaley for removal of three pepper trees in front of; his property on Chestnut Avenue be approved. That the petition of Mrs. Ed. Schlomer for the removal of a pepper tree at II I1148 Ohio Street, be denied. I That the petition of Q. E. Kennard for the removal of a camphor tree in the , parking on Wheaton Street near Cypress Avenue, be denied. That the petition of the pro erty owners on McKinley Drive and Harding Drivel to idose the alley between McKinley Drive and Harding Drive, be denied. That the petition of Hazel Christensen for the removal of one pepper tree in front of 454 Laverne Street and three pepper trees on Home Place, be denied, with the ' ' exception of the center tree on Home Place. This tree to be removed. REPORTS Reports of the General City Fund and the City Treasurer for the month of May, 11944, were presented and ordered filed. City Printing On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp,the Clerk was lauthorized to advertise for sealed bids on printing needs for the City for the fiscal jwear of 1944-45. Bids to be opened at the next regular meeting of the Council to be; held at 6, 1944; 3J3 PURCHASE OF WAR BONDS Treadurer Tripp reported that there was a balance of $9000.00 in the Capital Outlay Fund and recommended that it be invested in War Bonds.. After some discussion i 'on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Hyink, the Treasurer was auth- 4orized to purchase $9000.00 in 3 year, Series "B". War Bonds from the Capital Outlay Fund. Bills and Salaried were ordered paid as ,approved by the Finance Commissioner'. No further business demanding attention a t this time, on motion, the Councilj', ii ourned. Attest : City Clerk y �✓ Mayor of e Ci y of Red an.s, a i orn a 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 II Redlands, California July 6. 1944 7 o'clock P.M. Ii A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular Placeof meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Macomber, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent ; None The Minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed. From Mrs. L. E. Mitchell, Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the First Baptist Church, expressing thanks to members of the Council for financial help on the bill for cleaning rugs in the Church basement which were damaged by backwater from the l! ,sewer line. From the Golf Syndacate of the Country Club expressing annreciation to the II Mayor and Councilmen for their action forgiving a portion of the charge for water and thus making it possible to operate the golf course.. From Sana Wilkins, of the California State Personnel Board, notifying the Council that she expects to be present at the next regular meeti,:. on July 20th. 1944, I, 1 I and enclosing a copy of an agreement for a salary and classification survey to be made " by the personnel board. ;! From R. E. Williams, County Administrator, relative to a charge for a lot in ';, Hillside Cemetery made against Mrs. Julia T. Hart. This matter was referred to Commissioner Hyink -for investigation. 394 - APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Clerk Whaley presented the following Petitions for Correction of Clerical Error in Assessments. Petition #90, to cancel delinquent taxes in the amount of 58.50 assessed in error against Albert Van Diest on an undivided a interest in the W. 26.5 ft of Lot 41, I (Loma Vista Tract. Petition #91, to cancel delinquent taxes in the amount of $4.25, assessed ;I in error, and a refund of $4.05 in taxes collected in error, against Albert & Mabel 111 it IC. Van Diest on an undivided a interest in the W._ 26.5 ft of Lot 41, Loma Vista Tract. I I Petition #92, to cancel delinquent taxes in the amount of $0.77 assessed in error against Minnie R. Pollock on the W. 27.4 ft of Lot 39, Loma Vista Tract. On motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Clerk was authorized to make the necessary adjustments. REPORTS Reports of the ,City Health Dep ' t. , the Sanitary Inspector, the Building Inspector, the Fire Dep ' t. , the Police Dept. , the Pound Master, the City Judge and the Police Court for the month of June, 1944, and the Chief of Police and the Pound 'Master for the fiscal year, 1943-441 were bresented and ordered filed. A renewal of a fire insurance policy, in the amount of $1,000.00, covering IFthe City Fire Hall for a period of three years and the State Workmen' s Compensation IiiInsurance Policy covering City Employees for; the fiscal year 1944-45, were presented II jand 'the premiums on same ordered paid. BIDS:--City Printing This being the time set for the opening of bids for City Printing for the year ending June 30, 1945, the following proposals were presented, publicly opened and (;declared: Arthur' s Commercial Press $1,245.88 Citrograph Printing Co. 1,250.90 Beacon Printery 1,253.69 The proposal of Arthur' s Commercial Press being the lowest, award was made accordingly, upon motion of Councilman Thornquest , seconded by Councilman Hyink and unanimously adopted. VACATIONS • pfr The matter of vacations was brought up for clarification and it was decided that a year of employment with the City entitled the employee to a two weeks vacation ,land that this vacation could be taken, at; the convenience of the Department Head, anyl (time during the twelve months following the year in which the vacation was earned. Councilman Gunter reported that the attendance at the City Plungesewas very (good and that no labor trouble was being experienced at the present time. Il Attorney Wilson presented a r esolution authorizing the Pacific Electric Railway Company to operate it 's rail line in the City of Redlands, under franchise granted by Ordinance No. 801, on ,San Bernardino Avenue between the Westerly City Limits of Redlands and Clay Street, with Gas Electric or piesel Electric motive power.' After some discussion and after hearing from Mr. Jones of the Pacific Electric 39541 Railway Company, on motion of Councilman Hyink, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the Resolution was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest , Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Noes; None Absent : None Attorney Wilson presented papers covering the sale of approximately 3.98 acres in the NW* SE4 of Sec. 8, known as Tract 80, to the Federal Government for the 'I sum of $100.00. On motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the sale was authorized and the proper officials directed to sign the necessary papers, by the following vote: Ayes : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. I i Noes : None Absent : None The Clerk presented a gommunication from the League of California Cities, I relative to recent legislation setting up a fund of $10,000.000.OQ to be allocated to ; the Counties and Municipalities for the purpose of preparing Plans and acquiring Sites ,for Post-War Projects, on a match-money basis. The allocation showing the City of Redlands eligible for $13,000.00 for plans and $6,000.00 for sites . The matter of approving the budget and setting the tax rate was brought up II ;for discussion. After due study it was decided to postpone definite action until further information regarding resources could be obtained. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. H No further business demandint attention at this time, on motion the Councillll ; adjourned to an adjourned meeting, Monday, July 10, 1944, at 7 o'clock P.M. Attest : 1 City Clerk MaGort (Slands, Carrrae lisAi p I 1 it it 1 I I� �96 Redlands, California July 10. 1944 7.o'clock P.M. An adjourned meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, (Clerk Whaley, Building Inspector Christensen, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Fletcher for the purpose of con- lllsidering the Tax Rate and Budget and after discussion at length, on motion of Council- 'man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the budget amounting to $240,550.00 was unanimously adopted. TAX RATE The setting of the tax rate for the fiscal year, 1944-45, was brought up ,for discussion. The Clerk read a report of estimated receipts and expenditures for ,;the Coming year. After further discussion and study, on motion of Councilman 1Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp the tax rate, was set at $1.65 per $100.00 [valuation and adopted by the following vote : Aires : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Clapp, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher. Hoes ; None Absent : None . No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion of Council- man Gunter seconded by Councilman Hyink, the Council adjourned. Attest : . ISI I )I City Clerk it Mayor of the City of Redlands, California.',, 11 11 • I � ll li L 39771 Redlands, California July 20, 1944 7 o'clock P.M. 111 The Council met as a Board of Equalization. There being no business demand ling attention, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman thornquest, unanimously approved, the meeting adjourned until the next regular meeting, August 3, 1944, A rIgular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the jgular ( place of meeting. present : Councilmen Thornquest, Hyink, Gunter and Mayor Fletcher, Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Macomber, Building Inspector Christensen, Engineer Hinckley, Treasurer Tripp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Peterson. Absent : Councilman Clapp The minutes of the last regular meeting of July 6th, 1944 and of the ad- Mourned meeting of July 10, 1944, were read and approved. The Mayor stated the Council was ready to hear from anyone having matters to bring before the Council, whereupon Miss Sara Wilkins of the State Personnel I i ' Board explained the plan for a proposed survey on classification and salaries of City employees as the basis for the merit system. Mb. James Contreras addressed the Board as to the possibility of getting jlwater to his place on North Church Street. This matter was referred to Engineer Hinckley. A. E. Walker, of Dike & Co. , discussed insurance matters with the Council nand suggested that the .automobile and comprehensive insurance carried by the City might well be incorporated, which would prevent overlapping. FLEET AND COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE As this was the time to renew the fleet insurance covering motor vehicles owned by the City, also the comprehensive insurance, on motion of Councilman Thorn- quest, seconded by Councilman Gunter, and unanimously approved, the Clerk was directed' to call for bids, the Attorney directed to draw up plans and specifications covering Ilthe insurance to be purchased. POOLS NEAR SHRINE Mr. Prendergast reported that the outlets of the pools near the Shrine were ibeing stopped up periodically by debris and were a hazard to small children playing in! that vicinity. Miss Mabel Inness spoke in regard to the same matter whereupon the Mayor directed Councilman Gunter and Engineer Hinckley to make an investigation rela ,Mayor to correcting this situation. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed. iFrom the Board of Library Trustees, expressing their appreciation to the ;Council for granting an increase of two cents in the library tax rate for 1944-45. From the Rural Gas and Appliance Company_ requesting a permit to open a "Liquid Petroleum Gas" distribution plant within the city limits of the City of Red- j' lands. A recommendation from Fire Chief E.R. Thomas that this permit be granted r--39g 1. ''providing/It meets the approval of local authorities, 2. That materials used meet (the standards of the `rational Board of Fire Underwriters. 3. That installation com- I plies with "Safety Orders" of the .industrial Accident Commission. The Mayor appointed a committee of Councilmen Thornquest, Gunter and Clapp, Fire Chief Thomas and Building Inspector Christensen to investigate. LIBRARY (Open Saturday Afternoons) 1 Councilman Hyink was directed to pyrite to the Library Board in the name of jthe City, regarding arrangements to keep the library open Saturday afternoons, having reported to the Council that members of the Library Board were anxious to cooperate ' with the City in this matter. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS .i The application of Floyd E Roth for a permit to keep one thousand chickens and a cow at 1250 Occidental Drive, Zone B1, was approved. The application of Mrs. James P. Nelson for a permit to keep twentychickens, , eight ducks and three turkeys at 749 Chestnut Street, was recommended for approval by Sanitary Inspector Christensen, on motion of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Council- man Hyink, the above permit was granted. The application of S. Stillman Beery for a permit to keep sixty mallard ducks at 1145 West Highland Avenue, was recommended for approval by Sanitary Inspector I1Christnesen, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded, by Councilman Hyink, this 1 p,permit was granted. The application of Elin Helfenberger, for temporary cleridal work in the City Hall, was read and ordered filed. , ORDINANCES Ordinance #857, an ordinance fixing the tax rate and levying the property 1 tax for the fiscal year of 1944-45. was introduced and laid over under the rules. REPORTS I Reports of the City Clerk, General City Fund, for the fiscal year 1943-44, II !and quarterly financial statement for April, May and June of 1944, and the port of l� ; the Treasurer for the month of June 1944, were presented and ordered filed. WATER RATES i 1 The rate for domestic water beginning with the billings of August 1, 1944, would be changed from gi to 10f/ per 100 cubic feet for the first 10,000 cubic feet, the minimum would remain at $1.40, which would be for 1400 cubic feet instead of 1700 ( cubic feet. The minimum for irrigation meters would be X64:00 for 4,000 cubic feet) l the new rate would not aff ct victory gardens. On inclism of Councilman Gunter, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the Attorney was directed to draw up a resolution 1 11 (fixing the above rate for water and present same for Council action. 1 Councilman Hyink reported on the matter of an item of 9.71 collected from 'll Mrs. Julia T. hart for payment on a lot in the flillside Cemetery and stated that after, 2? ' thorough investigation on his part it was his recommendation that this money be refun4 114ega to Mrs. Hart. Councilman Hyink stated he understood there was a "welfare fund" set p by the Cemetery Department from which this refund could be made. On motion of 39-91 Councilman Hyink, seconded by Councilman Gunter, the Treasurer was directed to refund the 9.71 to Mrs. Hart from the above fund. Commissioner Hyink was directed to make a .report to the Council relativQ to the Welfare Fund of the cemetery which was supposed to have been set up some years agog OVERTIME FOR LAH R. The Clerk was directed to look up the minutes covering the action taken by .. the City Council in the past, relative to overtime pay for labor, and to present same at the next regular meeting. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner'i No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion; the Council adjourned. Iti ttest : tWieCity Jerk Mayor of the City of Redlands, California 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 1 Fr- 400 • • gill Ili l� II ILII II i I JI � III II II P i I