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1959-10-07 Regular CC MinutesADJOURNED REGUTA R MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD WEDNESDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 7, 1959 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President McCall presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Freeman and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by Rabbi Gunther Gates of Temple Israel. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Collischonn, Freeman, Petersen, Schacht and President McCall, (5), were noted present. Absent: None. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held September 15, 1959, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. From R. Borgman Sales Company, signed by Mr. Borgman, requesting permission to stage pyrotechnic displays on the beach area of the South Shore on October 29 and 30, 1959, between 9:15 and 10:15 o'clock p.m. It was stated the Company would furnish adequate public liability insurance in connection therewith. Councilman Collischonn moved permission be granted to this firm to conduct said dis- play, subject to the clearance of the Fire and Police Departments. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 3; From Mr. G. N. Pope, 1820 Bay Street, concerning the proposed ordinance relat- ing to yard requirements and also the recommendations of the Chamber of Commerce with regard to the existing Zoning Ordinance. There being no objections, this communication was referred to "Ordinances for Pass- age", to be discussed in connection with the specified ordinance. 4• . From Mr. Harold B. Petersen, Sr., 1237 St. Charles Street, concerning parking facilities required in connection with certain improvements of the building and property at 709 Santa Clara Avenue. Mr. Petersen appeared and explained that he desired to lease certain spaces in the City Parking Lot which is adjacent to his property in question. Mr. Annibale sug- gested Mr. Petersen meet with Mr. Schoenfeld, Mr. Weller and himself in order that they can ascertain exactly what is desired and what can be done and then a report will be made to the Council. Councilman Collischonn moved the City Attorney's suggestion be approved and said meeting be held to clarify this matter. Councilman Schacht offered the amendment that representatives of the Fire Department and the Building Inspections Division be included in the meeting. This was acceptable to Councilman Collischonn and Councilman Schacht then seconded the motion, as amended, which was carried by the following roll call vote. Ayes: Councilmen Collischonn, Freeman, Schacht and President McCall, (4). Noes: None. Not Voting: Councilman Petersen, (1). Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 5 At this point, President McCall presented to Mr. Melvin Van Landingham, Bat- talion Chief, Certificates of Completion of the Company Administration Course taken by the following Fire Fighters as part of the In- Service Training Program of the Fire Department: Captains David M. Green, Bert E. Johnsen, Ray Orem, Melvin D. Pope, James E. Massie; Lieutenant William C. Magby and Fireman Norman R. Estes. President McCall stated the Council and City Administration is proud of the fact this fine training program is offered and congratulated those who had received the Certi- ficates issued by the State Department of Education. 6 Mr. Frank Gottstein, 731 Haight Avenue, spoke of the imminent construction of a second tube and said the City Council should be interested in all phases involved to be sure they are in the best interests of the City. He suggested that, upon its completion, the State be requested to close Posey Tube temporarily so it can be tiled and the new tube can be used for two -way traffic while this work is being done. Mr. Gottstein also submitted his idea that a "conveyor" be installed along one side of the new tube for the convenience of the guard or maintenance man in patrolling the tube and thus facilitate prompt knowledge of any accident or cause of congestion. This conveyor could also have a swinging crane, operated by electricity, which could lift and pull out any vehicle obstructing traffic. He felt this conveyor would have a two -fold use and would not be any more costly than the maintenance and operation of the tow truck presently used in Posey Tube. He felt this type of installation is entirely feasible. It was developed during the course of discussion that it has already been planned to install tile in Posey Tube as soon as the second tube is ready for use and when the State assumes jurisdiction of both tubes. It has been recognized that tile is more satisfactory and less expensive to maintain than paint, but the County has not been able to afford its installation. Following further discussion, it was determined that Mr. Weller would check into and ascertain just what the State plans are relative to the operation of the second tube and the renovation of Posey Tube and submit a report on the subject, with a copy to go to Mr. Gottstein. 7. Mr. G. N. Pope, 1820 Bay Street, stated there had been very poor drainage at the north end of Bay Street and he was happy to report this condition has been satisfac- torily corrected by the prompt work of the Street Department. 8' Mrs. W. A. Mast, 1719 Eighth Street, spoke of the unsanitary condition of a ditch running adjacent to the westerly line of Washington Park. She said it is filled with debris and stagnant water and is hazardous to small children. Mr. Hanna explained the situation and agreed the condition is very unwholesome. He felt a temporary solution might be to install a corrugated metal pipe from where the ditch meets the sand bar which blocks the outlet, to run underneath said bar to its westerly side - a distance of approximately two hundred feet - which would cost about $1,000. It was agreed the City Engineer would submit an estimate of cost and his recommenda- tions for alleviating this condition. 9. Mrs. Mast also spoke of the lack of proper swimming facilities in the West End. She suggested that possibly the pool at the Maritime Training Station could be used by the City to provide such a facility for the children of that area. She emphasized that people in the West End would like to have a pool so their children could obtain swimming and water safety instructions. President McCall explained the situation with regard to the Federal property mentioned. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA: 10: From City Manager, recommending a Revocable Permit be issued to the Western Instructor Training Center, Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization, for the installa- tion of four directional signs to the Maritime School site at the locations designated in his letter dated September 25, 1959. Councilman Schacht moved a Revocable Permit be issued to the "Center" for the installa- tion of the four signs as requested. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 1 11. From City Manager, recommending formal bid requirements be waived and authoriza- tion be given, pursuant to Section 3 -15 of the City Charter, to begin the annual park- ing meter replacement program with the purchase in the open market of a certain num- ber of meters of the same type and make as the units now in use. Councilman Freeman moved the recommendation be approved; that said authorization be granted to purchase the parking meters on the finding that said units can be purchased more economically in the open market. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 12 From City Manager, informing the Council concerning the proposed purchase of cer- tain miscellaneous equipment for the Golf Course, in the amount of S1,3i5., from the Golf Course Improvement Reserve. Councilman Petersen moved the Council approve said purchases by the Golf Department. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 13j. From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed in connection with Constructing a Restroom on the South Shore - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Collischonn moved the recommendation be adopted; that the work on this project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schacht and unanimously carried. ` 14. From City Planning Board, signed by Mr. Schoenfeld, Secretary, requesting a joint meeting with the Council, at its convenience, to discuss the effects of the proposed Alameda County Highway Master Plan as they relate to the City's Master Plan. Following discussion, it was determined the dates of November 24 and December 8 would be suggested and the City Manager would poll the Planning Board members and definitely set up whichever is mutually satisfactory. It was so ordered. ,yr 15. From Recreation Commission, signed by Mr. Grant Mainland, Secretary, recommend- ing the Council accept the proposal of the Island City Gun Club to construct a Rifle Range on Bay Farm Island, subject to certain agreements. Councilman Collischonn moved the City Attorney be directed to prepare the necessary lease. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and unanimously carried. Considerable discussion ensued concerning the length of the term of said document and, upon Mr. Weller's suggestion, it was decided the lease would be drawn up but this particular phase of the instrument would be determined after further study had been made of the Club's plans for financing the enterprise. 16. From City Manager, recommending a Revocable Permit be granted to Peter and Esther Faye, 2701 Fernside Boulevard, to allow a fence to encroach approximately two and one -half feet upon City property, in connection with Tilden Way. Councilman Freeman moved the recommendation be adopted; that said Revocable Permit be issued to Mr. and Mrs. Faye to allow their fence to so encroach. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and unanimously carried. 1 17. From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Gallagher & Burk, Inc., low bidder, for the project of Installing Storm Drainage Culverts at Pacific Avenue and Oak Street, at the total cost of $8,020.71. Councilman Schacht moved the recommendation be approved; that contract be awarded to the specified firm for the designated project and the bid bonds or checks be returned to the unsuccessful bidders. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. v 18. From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project, of Furnishing and Installing Floats in Connection with the Boat Ramp at the North End of Grand Street - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Petersen moved the recommendation be followed; that the work on said pro- ject be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and unanimously carried. i9J From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project of Constructing the Roadway of Tilden Way, First Stage - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Collischonn moved the recommendation be adopted; that the work on said project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schacht and unanimously carried. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 20. Councilman Collischonn introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Authorizing the Acquisition of Certain Real Property for Street, Highway and General Muni- cipal Purposes (Tilden Way. -- Rosenberg and Rausher)." 21. Councilman Freeman introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code Relating to the Installation and Removal of 'Stop' and 'Yield Right -of -Way' Signs on the Streets of the City of Alameda." It was pointed out this ordinance covers only certain intersections and it is anti- cipated that, eventually, a complete traffic survey in this respect will be made throughout the entire City. Interest was expressed in learning the basis on which some of the stop signs have been established and the City Manager was asked to sub- mit a report on the thinking of the Police Chief covering several of the locations. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 22v Councilman Freeman inquired of the City Attorney if there was anything to report on her question concerning the legal responsibility of Reclamation District 2087 in connection with the lagoons - to which Mr. Annibale replied there is nothing as yet. 23. Councilman Collischonn asked for a progress report with regard to Fruitvale Avenue Bridge and Mr. Weller stated the matter has been discussed with the Chamber of Commerce - he has contacted Colonel John S.' Harnett, United States Army Corps of Engineers, with whom he expects to meet soon. He has also talked with Congressman George Miller, who is anxious to participate in the discussions. Mr. Weller said he believes the key to this problem is to obtain an expression from the County of Alameda and the City of Oakland and, if the three local agencies can get together, there is an excellent chance something can be done - however, he thinks it wise to talk to Colonel Harnett first because he would be apprised of some of the thinking of the officials in Washington. Mr. Weller stated he plans to hold the several meetings as `quickly as possible. 24Y Councilman Petersen referred to the report on the subject of restrictions on the sale of meat on Admission Day and other holidays, as set forth in the Alameda Munici- pal Code, and requested that an investigation be made toward changing the prohibition from "Admission Day" to "Veterans Day ", which would then be in line with the Union's list of holidays. During the course of considerable discussion, Mr. Weller pointed out this particular ordinance is highly specialized legislation and he felt that if a change is desired, the Union should initiate such a request. It was also developed, from reference to the report, that the City of Berkeley does not have an ordinance restricting the sale of meat in any way and this brought up the suggestion that the City of Alameda repeal this section of the Municipal Code. After further lengthy discussion, Councilman Freeman moved inquiry be made of the Union Local to ascertain if it has any objection to the repeal of said section of the Code and also what holidays it does recognize. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and carried unanimously. 25. Councilman Petersen asked why the lagoons are empty and Mr. Hanna said he under- stood they are being cleaned along the north side. He stated also that a comprehensive report covering a number of items in connection with the lagoons is in process and will be submitted to the Council when complete. NEW BUSINESS: 26. Councilman Collischonn commented that a Special Election is to be held on Octo- ber 20, 1959, for a bond issue in the amount of 816,500,000. for the Alameda- Contra Costa Transit District. He felt this is a matter of great importance toward improved future transportation, and urged the people of Alameda to get out and vote. Councilman Petersen agreed everyone should vote on this issue - but he expressed his opinion that he did not believe this organization provides the answer to the trans- portation problem in the Bay Area. Councilman Schacht concurred with Councilman Collischonn and stated he is convinced this new equipment and improvement of present transportation is really needed in the area, and will be a step forward. Following further discussion, Councilman Schacht moved the Council of the City of Ala- meda go on record endorsing a "Yes" vote on the bond proposition at the Special Election of October 20, 1959, for the Alameda- Contra Costa Transit District. Council- man Collischonn seconded the motion which carried by the following roll call vote. Ayes: Councilmen Collischonn, Schacht and President McCall, (3). Noes: Councilmen Freeman and Petersen, (2). Absent: None. The Clerk was instructed to inform Mr. John R. Worthington, General Manager of the "District ", of this action. 27, The matter was presented with regard to the City Manager's memorandum dated Octo- ber 5, 1959, accompanied by a memorandum from the City Engineer of the same date, concerning the procedure for the disposition of furnishings in the remaining four hundred units of Encinal Project - and requesting approval to proceed. Councilman Collischonn moved the City Manager be authorized to dispose of these fur- nishings in accordance with the memoranda of October 5, 1959. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 28. Councilman Collischonn inquired about the proposed change of color for the police patrol cars and Mr. Weller said he had discussed the question with Chief Drake and it had been tentatively decided to recommend that the new cars be some color other than the usual black. He referred to the reasons set forth in his memorandum to the Coun- cil and felt the change would be worth trying. He stated it has been tried in a number of other cities, too, and to the best of his knowledge, it has worked well in each case. Councilman Schacht expressed some opposition to another color - he favored the vivid white and black. Further consideration would be given the question when the new cars were to be ordered. RESOLUTIONS: 29. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5996 Approving First Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement for Expenditure of Gas Tax Allocation for Major City Streets and Authorizing the Execution Thereof." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 30. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5997 Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One (1) Dual -Tired Tractor for Golf Course, Four or Six - Cylinder, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 31. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Petersen, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5998 Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One New, Latest Model, 4- Cylinder 'Jeep' Pickup Truck for the Golf Course, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 32. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5999 Adopting General Conditions for Purchase and Removal of 53 Dwelling Buildings and Site Clearance from Housing Project CAL -4113, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 33. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6000 Amending Salary Resolution No. 5965 by Creating the Position of Assistant City Attorney and Establishing the Salary Therefor." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 34. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6001 Amending Salary Resolution No. 5965 by Creating the Position of Motor Equipment Serviceman in the Golf Department and Establishing the Salary Therefor, and Deleting One Position of Laborer in Said Department." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 35. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6002 Requesting Civil Service Board of the City of Alameda to Except Position of Assistant City Attorney from the Civil Service System of the City of Alameda." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 36. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6003 Requesting Cancellation of County Taxes on Property Acquired by the City of Alameda for Municipal Purposes (Tilden Way -- Percy D. and Bess Fleming)." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 37. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6004. Authorizing Execution of Contract with Alameda Chamber of Commerce for Advertising for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1960, and Appropriating $19,000. for Such Purposes." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 38. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6005 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Installation of Storm Drainage Systems to Serve Lincoln Avenue in the Vicinity of Chapin Street and Grand Street, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The President thereupon declared all of the foregoing resolutions duly adopted and passed. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 39 "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending Section 11- 14A6(d) of Chapter 1, Title XI, of the Alameda Municipal Code, Relating to Front, Side and Rear Yard Requirements on Lots of Record of Less Than the Standard Area or Dimensions." Councilman Petersen stated the regulations of this ordinance have been given a great deal of consideration by the Council, the Planning Board and the Planning staff and also, the Chamber of Commerce has included this phase of the Zoning Ordinance in its recommendations. He pointed out, however, the front and side yard requirements have not yet been resolved and he suggested that representatives of the Chamber should be invited to the next meeting to submit their views on the subject. Councilman Petersen expressed his opinion that it would be a mistake to pass the ordinance at this meeting. He thereupon moved the ordinance be laid over. Mr. Weller stated the Council ought to keep in mind that this particular ordinance relates only to substandard lots and it is an attempt to establish the same kind of restrictions which presently apply to so- called standard lots. He felt that if it is desired to give further consideration to the total problem of yard regulations, that is one thing - but it is not consistent to set up a completely different set of standards just because some given lots are smaller than others. He, therefore, asked that the Council not separate the two parts of an identical problem, which it would be doing if it was discussing only the further modification of the ordinance before it. Councilman Schacht said there appears to be no great urgency about this matter and thought the entire problem should be given further study. Therefore, he seconded the motion to lay the ordinance over. Upon request, Mr. Schoenfeld explained that the Planning Board is currently undertak- ing, on a work- session basis, a discussion of the report of the Chamber, point by point. He said he contemplated these sessions would extend over a period of several months as the Board is going over the recommendations painstakingly. He pointed out that, already, the Board has found itself at a loss to evaluate some of the recom- mendations made because the report does not contain any substantiating data. He felt the Board will want to know how the Chamber Committee arrived at some of its thinking and the supporting facts behind its recommendations. He stated tangible reasons should be known in order that rational actions could be taken. Councilman Collischonn reiterated his opinion that there is a great danger in "piece- meal" amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. He emphasized there is now the opportunity to study the whole problem through the concrete proposal before the Planning Board from the Chamber - and if the recommendations can be justified, then it behooves all concerned to give the entire question a thorough review. At this point, Mr. Pope was given the privilege of the floor and he stated the revision of the Zoning Ordinance is really necessary because there are certain regulations which make it physically impossible for anyone to hold his property rights and still comply with the ordinance. He favored the suggestion that the whole matter be thor- oughly gone over. Considerable discussion was had on the question of the proper action at this time to attain the desired results. Ultimately, with the consent of his second, Councilman Petersen withdrew his motion. Councilman Schacht then moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and lost on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Councilman Petersen, (1). Noes: Councilmen Collischonn, Freeman, Schacht and President McCall, (4). Absent: None. Councilman Collischonn moved this ordinance be referred back to the Planning Board with the request that it be included in an overall study of the entire Zoning Ordi- nance with particular reference to the recommendations made by the Chamber of Com- merce - and to be resubmitted at a later date to the Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schacht and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 40. "Ordinance No. 1321, New Series An Ordinance Authorizing Sale of Certain City - Owned Real Property to the Alameda Unified School District (Excess Portion of Tilden Way)." Councilman Schacht moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 41. "Ordinance No. 1322, New Series An Ordinance Adopting a Fire Prevention Code Prescribing Regulations Governing Conditions Hazardous to Life and Property from Fire or Explosion, and Establishing a Bureau of Fire Prevention and Providing Officers Therefor and Defining Their Powers and Duties." It was pointed out this ordinance becomes effective immediately upon its adoption. Councilman Freeman moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. FILING: 42. First Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement - Between State and City - for Expenditure of Gas Tax Allocation for Major Streets. 43. Specifications No. MS 10 -59 -12 - for Furnishing One Tractor for the Golf Course. 44. Specifications No. MS 10 -59 -13 - for Furnishing One 'Jeep' for the Golf Course. 45. Contract - Between City and Chamber of Commerce, for publicizing the City during fiscal year 1959 -1960. 46. Specifications No. PW 9 -59 -16 - Storm Drainage Systems to Serve Lincoln Avenue in the Vicinity of Chapin Street and Grand Street. BILLS: 47. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the amount of $102,106.65, was presented to the Council at this meeting. The list was accompanied by certification from the City Manager that the Claims shown were correct. Councilman Schacht moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on October 7, 1959, and presented to the Council at this time, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and carried by the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 48. At this time, attention was called to the fact that the City officials will be in attendance at the Convention of the League of California Cities in San Francisco, October 18 -21, 1959, during which time the next regular Council meeting would occur, and it was determined the Deputy Clerk would appear at the scheduled time and place and adjourn the Council meeting to October 27, 1959. ADJOURNMENT: 49. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned - to assemble in adjourned regular session on Tuesday evening, October 27, 1959, at 7:30 o'clock, as indicated by the Council. 4 50. At this point, Mr. James Taylor, Chairman of the Zoning Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, thanked the Council for the interest it is showing in the Zoning Committee and its activities. He emphasized that his Committee stands ready and willing at all times, and at the earliest convenience, to come before the Planning Board and the Coun- cil to go over any of the items which have been drawn up and presented. He expressed the hope that, if and when the Committee has the opportunity to appear, it will be met with the thought in mind of working together in trying to adjust any of the problems which have come up. President McCall assured Mr. Taylor the City officials are very pleased this Committee of the Chamber has taken on the task of trying to solve some of these problems and he felt all concerned would approach the matter with an open mind. He expressed the hope the Committee would continue to work on recommendations toward a good Zoning Ordinance which will be in the best interests of all the people of the community. Respectfully submitted, City erk