HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 04-17-02MINUTES OF THE UKIAH CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, April 17, 2002
The Ukiah City Council met at a Regular Meeting on April 17, 2002, the notice for which
had been legally noticed and posted, at 6:30 p.m. in the Civic Center Council Chambers,
300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, California. Roll was taken and the following
Councilmembers were present: Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. Staff
present: Public Utilities Director Barnes, Community Services Director DeKnoblough,
Assistant City Manager Fierro, City Manager Horsley, City Attorney Rapport, Customer
Service Supervisor Sangiacomo, Public Works Director Steele, Planning Director Stump,
and Recording Secretary Kinch.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ashiku led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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PRESENTATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS
Councilmembers Larson and Libby, and Mayor Ashiku to Read Poems
Councilmember Libby read "Touch of a Master Hand" written by Myra Brooks Welch.
Councilmember Larson read "Purple Cow" written by Gelett Burgess.
3. PRESENTATIONS/INTRODUCTION
3b. Introduction of Community Services Assistant Tyler Eidson
Community Services Supervisor Sangiacomo introduced Tyler Eidson as the City's new
Community Services Assistant. He is currently attending Mendocino College as a liberal
arts major. He is a highly motivated individual with many years of experience in the
recreation field.
Tyler Eidson stated he is looking forward to working in the Community Services
Department.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4a. Regular Meeting of March 20, 2002
Councilmember Libby recommended a correction on page 2, paragraph 5, and second
sentence should read, "Staff is asking a yes vote on a $95 million refinance." She also
recommended a correction on page 9, last paragraph, first sentence to read,
"Councilmember Libby stated that she has been on the Executive Board of Directors
for three years and noted the accomplishments of the Board are due to the countless hours
and dedication of its members and their vision for this project."
M/S Larson/Baldwin, approving the Regular Meeting Minutes of March 20, 2002, as
amended, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith,
Libby, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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4b. Regular Meeting of April 3, 2002
Matter continued to the May 1,2002 meeting.
5. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION
Mayor Ashiku read the appeal process.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
M/S Smith/Larson approving items a through h of the Consent Calendar as follows:
a. Approved Disbursements for Month of March 2002;
b. Received Report to Council Concerning Purchase of Gator Utility Vehicle for Parks and
Golf from West Cai Tractor Company in the Amount of $5,503.17;
c. Rejected Claim for Damages Received from Cheryn Ann Chips and Referred to Joint
Powers Authority, Redwood Empire Municipal Insurance Fund;
d. Approved Rejection of All Bids for Complete Aerial Unit with Cab and Chassis
e. Received Report of the Acquisition of Flexible Crack Sealant from Special Asphalt
Products in the Amount of $5,188.22;
f. Approved Hull/Piffero Final Subdivision Map;
g. Adopted Resolution No. 2002-32 Authorizing Submittal, Execution, and Acceptance of
Federal Emergency Shelter Grant-2002;
h. Awarded Consultant Service Agreement to Taber Consultants for the Performance of
Geotechnical Work Related to the Orchard Avenue Bridge Project and Authorize the
City Manager to Execute the Agreement.
Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby,
Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
7. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Warren Sawyers, Post Office Box 220, Roseburg, Oregon, expressed his frustration with
the Ukiah Police Department regarding a personal issue. He stated he has an
appointment to meet and discuss this issue with Police Chief Williams.
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9a. Approval of Retaining Wagner & Bonsignore for the Preparation and Filing of
a Petition for Change in Place of Use for an Amount Not to Exceed $15,000
and of the City Entering Into a Cost Sharing Agreement with Millview County
Water District, Willow County Water District, and the Calpella Water District
Public Utilities Director Barnes advised that this matter was continued from the April 3
City Council meeting to allow for additional information to be provided to the Council.
City Attorney David Rapport stated that at the April 3, 2002 meeting, Council had three
questions, one was if the Local Agency Formation Commission Office (LAFCO) would be
required to approve any agreements between the City of Ukiah and Millview, Willow, and
Calpella Water Districts (Districts) for providing water under the emergency water intertie
agreements. A response letter from Mr. Gary Weatherford, indicated that LAFCO is not
required to approve any agreements under the Gotch Bill that requires approval of-out-of
jurisdiction service agreements. However, there is an exception for agreements between
two or more local districts/agencies where the agreement would not change the level of
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services provided by the District. Mr. Weatherford reviewed the intertie agreements and
concluded they would not represent a change in the level of service provided by the
Districts. Due to the pre-existing agreements that have expired, but have been in effect
since 1993, the agreements are under the additional exception and do not apply to
agreements that applied prior to 1994.
Secondly, CEQA does apply because it is a Petition for a Change in Place of Use
(Petition). Mr. Weatherford expressed that he felt compliance with CEQA would not
represent a substantial burden both because this is a continuing an existing arrangement
for many years and there would be no significant change in the existing environment.
City Manager Horsley noted the CEQA requirements were mentioned in the Staff Report.
Filing the Petition with the State Board will expose the City's permit to new conditions to the
permit. The City's Permit has petitioned the State Board for the time extension on our
Permit and filed a Petition for Change in Point of Diversion based on Well No. 5. This will
not significantly add to the opportunities the State Board will have to up-date the conditions
the Permit. If the conditions that the Board was proposing were unacceptable to the City,
the City could decline to enter into the Agreement with the Districts and withdraw the
request for a Petition for a Change in Place of Use.
Councilmember Baldwin questioned if filing the Petition for Change in Place of Use
would allow other Districts to file against the City's existing Permit for the amount approved
by the State Board.
City Attorney Rapport responded that if there were challenges to the Permit, they would
have to be related to the change the City is asking for. This is strictly an emergency
intertie agreement to make the water systems more reliable and do not represent a
significant increase in the diversion or the use of water.
Director Barnes stated the City has continued to provide water on an emergency basis
only based on the provisions listed in the existing agreement and only if the water was
available.
Councilmember Baldwin inquired if CEQA forbids other water agencies and counties
from water planning or searching for new sources of water when a General Plan is under
review and revision.
City Attorney Rapport stated that before commenting he would have to review the
decision. He noted the agreement does not appear to involve new water.
Councilmember Baldwin inquired as to how much does Willow and Millview Water
Districts need the intertie agreement.
Director Barnes responded that as stated in the agreements under emergency and/or
equipment failure, there are four conditions where water is supplied to the Districts relative
to emergency repairs or possible water contamination.
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Mayor Ashiku stated that water districts that supply water to customers are obligated by
State law to have a contingency plan for public health and safety, and back-up emergency
services available. He also expressed concerns that should a district experience a water
shortage and there is no back-up service available to the districts, or a customer or
business suffers a fire and there is a lack of drinking water to customers, the district needs
to obtain a water source for a limited amount of time.
Councilmember Baldwin asked what would be the effects/seriousness to Willow and
Millview Water Districts should the City decide not to enter into the agreement.
Director Barnes advised that he could not comment for Willow and Millview Water
Districts. He stated as a condition of the agreement water is supplied for only 14
continuous days, 20 days out of a quarter. The City of Ukiah has used the intertie when
the major reservoir shut down and had to pull water from Millview Water District.
M/S Smith/Ashiku approving retaining Wanger & Bonsignore for the preparation and filing
of a Petition for Change in Place of Use for an amount not to exceed $15,000 and a Cost
Sharing Agreement with Millview County Water District, Willow County Water District, and
the Calpella Water District; carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers
Larson, Smith, Libby, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: Baldwin. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN:
None.
Councilmember Libby questioned whether the City's water supply or permit would be
jeopardized with the intertie agreement. She expressed a concern that the wording in the
agreement be more concise and that the water will not be used for agriculture or growth
purposes.
Rick Piffero, Redwood Valley, submitted a letter to the Council that was addressed to the
Redwood Valley Water District. He explained he is currently applying for two water permits
with the assistance of Wanger and Bonsignore, and they are a very reputable company.
City Attorney Rapport stated in a letter from Gary Weatherford the City currently has two
petitions pending before the State Board due to the time extension on the existing permit
and the application for Change in Place of Use due to Well No. 5. Mr. Weatherford did not
feel the additional petition would significantly increase the City's exposure to new
conditions or significantly increase the opportunity to downstream water users would have
to file protest to the petition.
He reported that Mr. Weatherford also expressed the word "emergency" meant
"emergency" and was not subterfuge for an increase in water supply. It was not the
intention of the Districts or City during the drafting of the agreement, implementation, or in
the application for the Change in Place of Use to divert water for any other reasons than an
emergency. The definition of "Emergency" is a sudden and/or unexpected event that
requires a temporary, short-term supply of water until the temporary, short-term emergency
can be resolved.
Rosalind Petersen, P.O. Box 499, Redwood Valley, stated that before the City retains
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Wagner & Bonsignore for the preparation and filing of a Petition for Change in Place of
Use, the emergency agreements should be renewed.
City Attorney Rapport stated the agreements have a provision that water cannot be used
in violation of anyone's permit. Under Paragraph 8, the provision states, "that if the
furnishing of water under the agreement has an adverse effect on the furnishers system,
the water does not have to be provided."
8. PUBLIC HEARING
8a. Introduction of Ordinance Rezoning Portions of Assessor Parcel Numbers
003-472-08, 003-472-13, and 003-472-14 from C-2 to C-N
Planning Director Stump advised that approval of the proposed Rezone would change
the zoning for a .45-acre area of land from C-2 (Heavy Commercial) Zoning District to the
C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District.
Public Hearing Opened' 7:30 p.m.
No one came forward to address Council.
Public Hearing Closed: 7:31p.m.
M/S Smith/Larson approving the Mitigated Negative Declaration for Rezoning Project
#02-03, Ukiah Assisted Living, LLC; carried by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None.
ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN' None.
M/S Smith/Larson introducing Ordinance by title only, carried by the following roll call
vote' AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES:
None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN' None.
Administrative Secretary Kinch read the title of the Ordinance, Amending the Official
Zoning Map for the City of Ukiah.
M/S Smith/Larson introducing Ordinance; carried by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None.
ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN' None.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Authorization for the Mayor to Execute Letter of Agreement 02-SNR-00485
with the Western Area Power Administration for the Purchase of Excess
Capacity
Public Utilities Director Barnes advised that this matter was continued from the April 3
City Council meeting to allow for additional information to be provided to the Council.
Councilmember Libby asked why this is a one year agreement.
Director Barnes responded that it is a 10-year agreement to acquire excess power.
However, prices fluctuate on an annual basis depending on maintenance costs and the
rate adjustment clause. A Letter of Agreement is presented each year to set the price.
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Councilmember Libby asked how much is purchased from the agreement.
Director Barnes responded that the amount purchased is determined on availability of
power. In 2000 the City purchased $120,000, which if generated by the City would cost
$330,000. In 2001 and 2002 the City has not had to purchase power. This is based on the
level of Lake Shasta and availability of power. The purchase is from the Purchase Power
Contract as part of the Western Area Power Administration contract.
M/S Baldwin/Smith authorizing the Mayor to execute Letter of Agreement 02-SNR-00485
with the Western Area Power Administration for the purchase of excess capacity; carried
by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin and
Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9c. Status Report Regarding Ukiah Recycle
Associate Planner Lohse advised that the recycling business known as Ukiah Recycle is
currently operating under a Temporary Use Permit approved by the City Council on
October 17, 2001, that allowed it to stay open after the building that housed its primary
offices and internal storage collapsed. Unfortunately, the owner of the property has not yet
submitted any plans to construct a building to replace the one that was demolished earlier
this year, and the applicant has contacted the Planning Department staff to review options
that would allow the business to continue in its outdoor location after the Temporary Use
Permit expires on April 17, 2002.
Consensus of Council was to receive the Staff Report regarding the Ukiah Recycle
Center.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Consideration of Ballot Measures for November 2002 Election, Includinq
Room Occupancy Tax
City Manager Horsley advised that the City Council requested staff return with information
regarding the transit/room occupancy tax (TOT) as a possible ballot measure for the
November election. Currently, within the City Limits of Ukiah, there is an 8% room
occupancy tax on motel rooms. However, the County has a 10% room occupancy tax. A
proposed ballot measure would request the voters to approve a 2% increase from 8% to
10% within the City Limits. A letter from the Hampton Inn was distributed to the
Councilmembers.
Councilmember Libby stated in a recent survey by the Chamber of Commerce, a
question was asked "What is the biggest challenges facing the community?" Responses
were shrinking economy and keeping businesses afloat. The TOT tax is lower than the
County and this gives City businesses a competitive edge. She could not support this
measure.
Councilmember Larson stated he did not fe. el the increase in TOT would hurt businesses.
The additional increase of revenue would give the opportunity to increase the quality of life
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within the community and make it a more presentable and inviting community to visit.
Other communities use the revenues to enhance their community to bring in visitors. He
stated he would support this measure as an investment to enhance the community.
Councilmember Baldwin stated he would like for the measure to specify where the
revenues would go within the community for enhancement and improvements in the
community.
Mayor Ashiku stated he felt the increase would take revenue from other businesses and
services and he would not support the measure.
Paul Anderson, 309 Jones Street, Ukiah, stated he opposed the measure. He expressed
a concern that the measure will affect those individuals who live in motels due to lack of
affordable housing.
Mark Watson, Hampton Inn, Ukiah, stated that corporate and group planners have a
budget and chose areas with lower TOT rates. The Bay area should not be a
consideration due to the area being a different environment, different cliental, with year
round leisure travel and recreation.
Councilmember Larson stated his support for the measure is contingent on support from
the Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber of Commerce is scheduled to discuss the
measure and he would like to continue this matter until after the Chamber's meeting to see
if there is support from the Chamber.
M/S Larson/Smith to continue Consideration of Ballot Measures for November 2002
Election, Including Room Occupancy Tax to the May 1,2002 meeting; carried by the
following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith, and Baldwin. NOES: Libby
and Mayor Ashiku. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9e. Consideration of Request by the American Red Cross for Waiver of Rent and
Utilities at 1800 North State Street and Receive Report From American Red
Cross Regarding Assistance From'Other Public Agencies
Community Services Director DeKnoblough advised that at the March 20 meeting, the
City Council approved the extension of the lease with the American Red Cross for 1800
North State Street (North Fire Station) until the May 15th meeting to allow the Red Cross
time to seek financial participation from other public agencies within Mendocino County.
However, their Director has had major surgery and they need an extra month of time. Red
Cross had also requested a waiver of several months' rent and utilities, which are in
arrears.
M/S Smith/Larson to continue Consideration of Request by the American Red Cross for
Waiver of Rent and Utilities at 1800 North State Street and Receive Report From American
Red Cross Regarding Assistance From Other Public Agencies to the May 15, 2002
meeting; AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku.
NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
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10. NEW BUSINESS
10a. Status Report Concerning Gang Activities-Councilmember Libby
Councilmember Libby stated in a recent survey citizens expressed a concern on crime
and gang activities. It is beneficial to the Council and citizens to receive a more in-depth
view of gang activities.
Police Chief Williams responded on the status of gang activity. Gangs are throughout the
area and cross over County boundaries. He expressed a need for the community to
become involved. Police Detective John McCutchen presented a report on gangs.
Consensus of Council was to receive the report by staff concerning gang activities.
10. NEW BUSINESS
10b. Status of Public Improvement Projects to be Implemented by the Public Works
Department
Public Works Director/City Engineer Steele advised that the City Manager has
requested an update regarding projects underway, or planned to be implemented in whole
or part by the Public Works Department, be provided for the Council's information and
discussion.
· Landfill Closure- Discussions continue with the Water Quality Control Board. The
current plan is to construct the cap in the Summer of 2003. There are maintenance
activities that will be continued for one year, but will allow Staff to investigate different cap
alternatives to save money. This will also allow the landfill to settle and is helpful to the
cap.
· Construct improvements to handle landfill gas, condensation, leachate, and other
nuisances resulting from the closure of the landfill.
· Regional Water Quality Control Board meeting held June 2002, in Ukiah. Possible
issuance interim waste discharge requirements.
· Orchard Avenue Bridge - Council approved the Geotech contract. Currently receiving
request for the design for the bridge. Staff is moving forward with environmental and
permitting. Construction date April 15, 2003.
· 2002 STIP Realignment of Gobbi Street, Oak Manor, and Babcock Lane. The project
has been delayed due to funding constraints being withheld by the State. A study will be
performed on the creek.
· STIP Railroad Crossing Rehab - Locations include Ford Street, Commerce Drive, Airport
Road, and Plant Road. Starting date is the Summer/Fall of 2002 with the design for the
second railroad crossing to be construction in the Summer of 2003. This will allow staff to
address pedestrian issues.
· ADA Ramps and Sidewalk- Staff is currently in the process of sending out Request for
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Proposals for the areas of Dora and Pine and Clay and Standley. Construction must start
before June 30, 2002.
· ADA Ramps will be installed at various signalized intersections on State Street. Design
will start in the Fall 2002 and construction will begin in the Summer of 2003.
· Light Emitting Diode (LED) Traffic Signal Change Out- The existing traffic signal lamps
will be replaced with new LED lamps. Approximately 50% will be saved on power
consumption with the new LED lamps. Staff will apply for grant funding.
· Yokayo School Sidewalk- Staff is currently in the process of designing the project. The
deadline to award the funding and contract is June 30, 2002. The sidewalk will be
constructed in the summer of 2002.
Mayor Ashiku suggested Council allocate funding from the Public Benefits Fund for LED
lamps.
· 2002 STIP Fairgrounds Sidewalk- ADA ramps and sidewalk will be installed in front of
the Fairgrounds property. Staff is currently working with the manger of the Fairgrounds to
obtain engineering services through a JPA and the City would send out Requests for
Proposals and contract the work.
· NCRA Depot Restoration - Staff has agreed to act as Fiscal Agent and Project Manager.
· State Street Trees and Main Street Parking Lot Project- Completion date will be the end
of April.
City Manager Horsley stated the City has received money and tree donations from the
public and nurseries.
· Gibson Creek Drainage Study- A study will be performed on Gibson Creek in relation to
the Gobbi Street, Babcock Lane, and Oak Manor realignment. All aerial photographs and
mapping have been completed and the GIS is being used extensively for projects.
Councilmember Baldwin inquired as to the status of bicycle lanes.
Director Steele responded as staff addresses the intersections, bicycle lanes will also be
addressed at that time and as Caltrans addresses highway off-ramps, bicycle lanes will
also be addressed.
Consensus of Council was to receive the report regarding public improvement projects to
be implemented by the Public Works Department.
10. NEW BUSINESS
10c. Approval of Modifications to Taylor Drive Transfer Station Contract Recyclinq
Provisions
City Manager Horsley advised that Solid Waste Systems recently brought to the City's
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attention that they are having an unexpected response at the transfer station for recycled
scrap metal. Though the City charged $12.65 per cubic yard for scrap metal at the landfill,
Solid Waste Systems agreed to accept metal for free to encourage residential scrap metal
recycling. However, the transfer station is experiencing an influx of large commercial scrap
metal haulers from all areas of the County, including areas as far away as Fort Bragg and
Lake County. Other transfer stations are charging $10.00 per cubic yard. Staff is
requesting approval to charge $7.19 per cubic yard for recycled scrap metal, and approve
the revisions of the Agreement of removing scrap metal from Section 212 and adding metal
to Section 4.11.
Jim Salyers, Ukiah Solid Waste Systems, stated that scrap metal is transferred to
Richmond and is paid by the ton.
M/S Baldwin/Larson approving modification to the scrap metal recycling component of the
Transfer Station contract; carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers
Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
10. NEW BUSINESS
10d. Consideration and Approval of Amending Resolution No. 94-34 EstablishinQ
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the Demolition Permit Review Committee and Soliciting Candidates to Fill
Vacancies on the Committee
Planning Director Stump advised that in 1993, Resolution 93-55 was adopted by Council
establishing a four-member Ukiah Demolition Permit Review Committee. In January 1994,
the Resolution was amended to add two additional members to the Committee. Both the
1993 and 1994 Resolutions contained language limiting the terms of the Committee
members to two years, and these terms have technically expired. Staff is requesting
authorization to solicit candidates to fill the vacancies on the Committee. Additionally, the
Resolution states that the Committee is comprised of "five" members, and then proceeds to
list six. Staff is recommending new language to clarify these issues and to adjust the
composition of the Committee.
Councilmember Baldwin stated it would be valuable to have the Chairman of the Design
Review Committee as a member of the Demolition Committee.
Councilmember Libby stated she would like to have the Committee term changed from
four years to three years.
M/S Ashiku/Smith adopting Resolution No. 2002-34, amending Resolution No. 94-34
establishing a Demolition Permit Review Committee to amend the membership and
directing Staff to solicit candidates to fill the vacancies on the Committee; and amending
Section 3 - that the public members' terms expire after three years of service; carried by
the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin and
Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
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10e.
NEW BUSINESS
Approval of Participating with Mendocino County, Willits, and Fort Brag~ for
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City of Ukiah's Share of Cost for Consultant Services for Cable Franchise
Renewal Negotiations in an Amount not to Exceed $11,500
Community Development Director DeKnoblough explained that over the past several
months City staff, along with representatives of the cities of Willits, Fort Bragg and the
County of Mendocino has been meeting with Adelphia Communications in an effort to
secure funds from Adelphia for consultant services to advise staff during renewal
negotiations. The County of Mendocino selected the consulting firm of Communications
Support Group (CSG) and its principal, Mr. John Risk, after a formal Request for Proposals
process and a series of interviews. Mr. DeKnoblough noted the County of Mendocino and
the Cities of Fort Bragg and Willits have approved the Agreement.
Councilmember Baldwin asked if the other jurisdictions are interested in a viable, funded,
effective access channel. He also asked if funding will be provided for public access.
Director DeKnoblough responded that the four participating members thoroughly
reviewed the proposal, the rights, and benefits we are entitled. Fort Bragg and the County
of Mendocino expressed funding for public access as a priority.
Paul Anderson, 309 Jones Street, Ukiah, stated public access is a vital source to the
community, and it is vital that Adelphia provide public access funds for a public access
station. He also stated that with the changing of technology, the representatives might not
want to enter into a long-term agreement.
Gaither Lowenstein, 748 South Oak Street, Ukiah, stated he has been working with
Mountain Valley Television. He is in favor of the contract, and the City's contribution to the
consulting contract. He is in favor of a public access station, where Mendocino College
could provide sports activities, performing arts, musical performances, and a public forum
on various public policy issues.
M/S Smith/Larson approving participation with Mendocino County, Willits, and Fort Bragg
for City of Ukiah's share of consultant services for cable franchise renewal negotiations in
an amount not to exceed $11,500; carried by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None.
ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
10. NEW BUSINESS
10f. Discussion and Possible Action Concerning Voting Procedures for City
Commissions and Board- Council'member Libby
City Manager Horsley explained that Councilmember Libby requested this item be
continued to the Regular Meeting of May 1,2002.
10. NEW BUSINESS
10g. Approval of $1,000 for Inland Water and Power Commission Educational Vide_~
City Manager Horsley advised that the Inland Water and Power Commission (IWPC)
Board requested that each agency representative on the Board return to their respective
agencies to request $1,000 per agency for the development of the IWPC educational
video. Once each agency has approved its portion of funding, the Chairperson of IWPC,
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Janet Pauli, will approach other businesses and associations to participate in the complete
funding of the video.
M/S Smith/Larson approving $1,000 for Inland Water and Power Commission educational
video, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby,
Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
11. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Larson reported he attended the grand opening of the SPACE Studio,
the Hampton Inn opening, and a meeting and reception for Sharon Davis, wife of Governor
Davis. He also attended the River Watch activities and the Veterans of Foreign War Flag
Pole dedication.
Councilmember Smith reported he visited a skateboard park while vacationing in Palm
Springs. He received the NCPA 2000/2001 report.
Councilmember Libby reported she attended the River Watch meeting, the Veterans of
Foreign War Flag Pole dedication, and the Hampton Inn opening.
Randy Johnson of the Ukiah Police Officers Association contacted Deborah Mead to
pledge $5,000 towards the Ukiah Valley Recreation Center. The Ukiah Police Officers
Association has challenged the Mendocino County Sheriff's Association to meet their
match.
Councilmember Baldwin reported he attended the opening and reception at the Hampton
Inn and for the SPACE Studio opening.
Mayor Ashiku reported he attended the City Manager's meeting in Fortuna.
12. CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK/DIRECTOR REPORTS
City Manager Horsley advised that Applebee's has started construction. The MaJn Street
Program reception is Thursday, April 18, 2002. The Water Forum will be held on Saturday,
May 4, 2002, at the Ukiah Civic Center Council Chambers, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
The new Chairman for the Skateboard Park Committee is Jim Mastin.
Councilmember Larson stated that Mark Watson of the Hampton Inn highly commended
the City of Ukiah Building Official, Carl Tuliback, on his professionalism, knowledge, and
cooperation with the construction of the new hotel. Mr. Watson was very happy and
enjoyed working with Mr. Tuliback and the Planning Staff.
Adjourned to sit as the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency: 10:20 p.m.
Reconvened as the City Council: 10:29 p.m.
Adjourned to Closed Session: 10:30 p.m.
13.
CLOSED SESSION
a. Conference with Labor Negotiator C.C. §54957.6
City Designated Representative: Candace Horsley, City Manager
Employee Organization: Fire Unit
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No action taken.
b. Conference with Legal Counsel- Anticipated Litigation
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Government Code
Section 54956.9 (1 Case)
No action taken.
c. Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Property: Assessor's Parcel No. 184-100-03
Agency Negotiator: Candace Horsley
Negotiating Parties: County of Mendocino
Under Negotiation: Instructions to negotiator concerning price.
No action taken.
Reconvened: 11:25 p.m.
14. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the City Council meeting was adjourned at 11:25 p.m.
Kathy Kinch, Admir~trative-Secretary
Regular City Council Meeting
April 17, 2002
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