Las Vegas City Commission Minutes, February 17, 1954 to September 21, 1955, lvc000009-587

City Attorney Cannon was asked by what legality the residents of Vegas Heights could protest this rezoning. He stated that the Board could consider any protests. After further discussion, Mayor Baker stated that the matter would be taken under advisement by the Board. This being the time set for the public hearing of the rezoning from R-4 to C-1 of Lots 11 to 16, Block 28 and Lots 17 to 22, Block 21 of Clark's Las Vegas Townsite, Z-22-55, approved by the Planning Commission to extend boundaries of C-1 District on South 3rd Street to coincide with the north line of Lewis Street and thereby achieve greater stability. His Honor asked if there were any objections. None were voiced. Mayor Baker requested the Clerk to make a note that no protests had been made. Commissioner Sharp moved that rezonings Z-19-55, Z-13-55, Z-20-55 and Z-22-55 be held in abeyance until the next regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners on September 7, 1955, at which time a decision will be made. Motion seconded by Commissioner Fountain and carried by the following vote; Commissioners Fountain, Sharp and His Honor voting aye; noes none. Absent: Commissioners Bunker and Whipple. Mayor Baker advised that any who have decided to file written protests other than those stated at this meeting should file them prior to the next meeting on September 7, 1955 . Commissioner Sharp moved that the application for rezoning from R-1 to C-1 of the south 660 feet of the SW¼ SW¼ Sec. 4, T21S, R61E, be referred back to the Planning and Traffic and Parking Commissions for recommendation on the contingencies put on the property if it is rezoned, and that the Board hold any decision in abeyance since the plans were only submitted this date. Motion seconded by Commissioner Fountain and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Fountain, Sharp and His Honor voting aye; noes, none. Absent: Commissioners Bunker and Whipple. Mr. Leo Gilson appeared before the Board at this time in regard to the revocation of the tavern liquor license of the Swinging Door Saloon, 111 North 1st Street. Mr. Jack Gilson had been requested to be present to show cause why this license should not be revoked be­cause of a reported disturbance at the Swinging Door Saloon on July 14, 1955. He was out of town at this time, understanding that his presence would not be required until August 31; 1955. Mr. Harry Claiborne, representing Mr. Jack Gilson, requested that this matter be deferred until September 7, 1955, when a full Board would be present. Commissioner Fountain moved that this matter be deferred until the next regular meeting of the Board on September 7, 1955. Motion seconded by Commissioner Sharp and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Fountain, Sharp and His Honor voting aye; noes, none. Absent: Commissioners Bunker and Whipple. Mr. Ben C. Sparks, General Superintendent of Galland Electric Company, appeared before the Board to show cause why the electrical contractor's license of Galland Electric Company should not be revoked. The License Department had reported that the Galland Electric Company, previously licensed at 1600 North 5th Street, North Las Vegas, was doing business at 2000 E. Fremont Street even though they had been notified that the maintenance of a construction and storage yard at this location was not permitted. His Honor asked Mr. Sparks if he were familiar with the complaint filed against him. Mr. Sparks stated that on July 19, 1955, he had filed an application for a change of location to 2000 E. Fremont Street. On July 27, he received a letter from the License Department that he could not operate at that location. He explained to Mr. McDonald that he could not find a suitable location to make a quick move. The Fire Department had not approved this license because a construction yard and gasoline storage were being maintained. On August 5; 1955, Galland Electric Company was requested to appear before the Board concerning this violation. Mr. Sjparks stated that they had bought land but that it would take 30 days for the property to go through escrow and an additional 90 days for them to build. Commissioner Sharp moved that the Galland Electric Company be allowed 60 days in which to move their construction yard and outside storage facilities. Motion seconded by Commissioner Fountain and carried by the following vote: Commissioners Fountain, Sharp and His Honor voting aye; noes, none. Absent: Commissioners Bunker and Whipple. Mrs. Robert Lundgren requested information as to when Highland Avenue will be repaired, due to the fact that school will be started soon and there will be more traffic on that Street. Mr. George Wade, City Engineer, advised Mrs. Lundgren that city equipment will be in that area next week. City Engineer George Wade requested permission from the Board to proceed with the construc­tion of South "A" Street by either force account or to negotiate unit price basis, due to the fact that no bids were received for this construction. PUBLIC HEARING Clark's Las Vegas Townsite Z-22-55 REZONING Z-13-55 REVOCATION OF LICENSE Swinging Door Saloon REVOCATION OF LICENSE Galland Electric Co. HIGHLAND AVENUE Repair "A" STREET CONSTRUCTION 8-17-55