Las Vegas City Commission Minutes, November 20, 1957 to December 2, 1959, lvc000011-254

Director of Public Works Sauer stated that Mr. Petersen developed El Centro #2 and posted a check in the amount of $2278.60 to cover offsite improvements which have never been completed; specifically, the sidewalk adjacent to the curb. In answer to this; Mr. Petersen said that he would be glad to put them in. Mr. Sauer said there is still the matter of the personal check being held by the Treasurer. When Commissioner Fountain asked for how long; he answered since 1954. Mr. Petersen asked Mr. Sauer to go on and tell them why and went on to say he had been turned down on different ideas. Commissioner Bunker stated that we cannot approve something that is in violation of an ordinance. Mr. Petersen asked how Market Town got by as there is not a sidewalk in the entire block. Commissioner Whipple asked Mr. Sauer if they would not work something out on this. Mr. Sauer stated he thought so and requested time to meet with Mr. Petersen to see what could be worked out. USE PERMIT (U-23-58) The Commission considered the application of James Nicholson; Jr. for a Use Permit to conduct James Nicholson; Jr. a jewelry repair business as a customary home occupation at 622 West McWilliams; legally described as Lots 11 and 12; Block 20; Original Las Vegas Townsite; in an R-3 zone. Approval Denied recommended by the Board of Zoning Adjustment subject to the following restrictions: (There was one letter of protest.) 1. That the permit be non-transferable. 2. That the operation be inspected annually by the License Department. 3. That no signs or other forms of advertising be permitted on the premises; and that no selling be permitted. 4. The signing of an improvement agreement and the posting of a bond for the installation of sidewalks as recommended by the Engineering Department. This application was considered by the Commissioners at their regular meeting held November 5, 1958; and held in abeyance until this meeting. At that time Planning Director Bills said there are to be 5-foot sidewalks installed under an improvement agreement and a $581.00 bond is required. The improvement agreement has not been signed and the bond has not been posted. Commissioner Bunker moved that the application of James Nicholson; Jr. for a use permit to conduct a jewelry repair business as a customary home occupation at 622 West McWilliams; legally described as Lots 11 and 12; Block 20; Original Las Vegas Townsite; in an R-3 zone; be denied because the applicant has not complied with the instructions of the Board of Zoning Adjustment. Motion seconded by Commissioner Sharp and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Bunker Fountain; Sharp; Whipple and His Honor voting aye; noes; none. BID OPENING - NO. 58.23 This being the time heretofore set for the opening of Bid No. 58.23 for the furnishing of all Sprinkler System - Woodlawn labor; equipment; materials; transportation and services for installation of a Sprinkler System Cemetery - Plot X at Woodlawn Cemetery; more fully described in the Plans and Specifications of said project; bids were received from the following firms: Referred to Public Works Ace Plumbing & Heating $ 3280.72 $ 3616.20 Alt. Nevada Lawn Irrigation 3395.91 Alt. Longley Construction Co. 3730.10 4173.35 Alt. Commissioner Sharp moved the foregoing bids be referred to the City Manager and Director of Public Works for study and recommendation. Motion seconded by Commissioner Fountain and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Bunker; Fountain; Sharp; Whipple and His Honor voting aye; noes; none. ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 100-43 The Commission considered plans; specifications and estimates of cost for the installation Street Lighting on of street lighting on North Main Street; from Carson Avenue north to North City Limits. Main St. from Carson Resolution was adopted by the Board of City Commissioners on July 2, 1958, instructing the to North City Limits Engineering Department to prepare plats; plans; specifications and estimate of cost. Director of Public Works Sauer advised the Board that the estimated cost is $40,073.99. Commissioner Whipple asked what percentage was in favor and Mr. Sauer advised that in the section from Bonanza to North City Limits there are better than 51 percent; whereas; from Carson to Bonanza there were less than 51 percent required. It adds up to not enough for the entire district but there are sufficient in favor for the area from Bonanza to North City Limits. If we could arrange an informal hearing to get a more complete account of those for and against; it might be that more would be in favor of this proposed street lighting. The district could be reduced. There is some street lighting from Carson to Bonanza but it is outmoded. City Manager Kennedy suggested a couple of hearings with those people might help because present lights between Carson and Bonanza do not meet any of the Standards. Commissioner Fountain stated that the area for the proposed street lighting is possibly where the freeway will be constructed; and raised the question of moving the lights. City Manager Kennedy stated if this should happen the State would move them. His Honor Mayor Baker asked for what area the estimate was figured and Mr. Sauer stated it was for the entire area from Carson to North City Limits. The Cost is $2.90 per front foot of property. He again stated the district would be reduced to just that portion of Main Street from Bonanza to the North City Limits if the entire district cannot be included. Commissioner Whipple moved that an informal public hearing be held after the first of the year. Motion seconded by Commissioner Fountain and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Bunker; Fountain; Sharp; Whipple and His Honor voting aye; noes; none. 11-19-58