HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 06-25/26-02 MINUTES OF THE UKIAH CITY COUNCIL
Regular Adjourned Meeting of Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Through Wednesday, June 26, 2002
The Ukiah City Council met at a Regular Adjourned Meeting on June 25, 2002, the
notice for which had been legally noticed and posted, at 8:07 a.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: Customer Service Supervisor Archibald, Public Utilities Director
Barnes, Water/Sewer Operations Superintendent Borecky, Airport Manager Bua;
Interim Fire Chief Cohn, Community Services Director DeKnoblough, Police Captain
Dewey, Finance Director Elton, Assistant City Manager Fierro, Wastewater Treatment
Plant Supervisor Gall, Activities/Sports Coordinator Greco, Risk Manager/Budget Officer
Harris, Personnel Director Harris, City Manager Horsley, Ukiah Conference Center
Manager Jenney, Purchasing Supervisor Kennedy, MIS Coordinator Klingbeil, Public
Works Superintendent Looney, Accounting Supervisor McCann, Computer Support
Orsi, Executive Assistant Riley, Community. Services Supervisor Sangiacomo, Museum
Director Smith-Ferri, Deputy Public Works Director Seanor, Public Works Director/City
Engineer Steele, Police Captain Walker, Police Chief Williams, Battalion Chief Yates,
and City Clerk Ulvila.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Baldwin led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION
Mayor Ashiku read the appeal process.
4. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
No one came forward to address Council.
URGENCY ITEM: Mayor Ashiku announced that there is an Urgency item that needs
to be included on the agenda and the need for action came to the attention of the City
subsequent to the agenda being posted. The Urgency item concerns: Award of Bid for
Cleaning of One Anaerobic Digester at the Wastewater Treatment Plant to Wastewater
Solids Management Co. in the Amount of $17,500.
M/RC Larson/Smith to add urgency item t° the Agenda under item 5b on the agenda,
carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Smith, Libby,
Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. Adoption of Resolution Establishing the Schedule of Fees and Rates
for Garbage and Recycling Collection Service for the 2002/2003
Fiscal Year
Finance Director Elton advised that the provisions of the City's franchise agreement
with Solid Wastes Systems, Inc., for the collection, transportation and disposal of
garbage and recycling of recyclable materials within the City limits requires that an
annual adjustment be made to the garbage and recycling collection rates.
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M/S Baldwin/Larson adopting Resolution 2002-46, Establishing the Schedule of Fees
and Rates for Garbage and Recycling Collection Services for the 2002/2003 Fiscal
Year, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES. Councilmembers Larson, Smith,
Libby, Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS
B. Award of Bid for Cleaning of One Anaerobic Digester At The
Wastewater Treatment Plant to Wastewater Solids Management Co.
in the Amount of $17,500
Public Utilities Director Barnes briefly discussed the bidding process and staff's
recommendation to award the bid to Wastewater Solids Management Company in the
Amount of $17,500.
M/RC Smith/Larson awarding bid for cleaning of one anaerobic digester at the
Wastewater Treatment Plant to Wastewater Solids Management Company in the
amount of $17,500, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers
Larson, Smith, Libby, Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
6. PUBLIC HEARING- CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEAR
2002-2003 BUDGET
A. Overview of Proposed Budget by City Manager
Public Hearing Opened' 8:30 a.m.
City Manager Horsley explained that at the end of the fiscal year, staff projects a total
City Fund balance of $38.7 million and a General Fund balance of $1.7 million. Total
City Funds expenditures are budgeted at $44.4 million compared to $36.4 million
projected actual for fiscal year 2001-02. Revenues have been affected by a variety of
factors, including the deficit financial position of the State.
General Fund Revenues are projected at $8,836,875, a 7.7% increase over the
budgeted revenues for fiscal year 2001-02. Staff is conservatively predicting revenues
based on known factors rather than anticipating large increases in revenue that have
not been verified. She continued with a discussion of major fiscal impacts to the budget
by various departments, the Enterprise Funds, personnel changes, budget adjustments,
Revenues and Expenses, and briefly reviewed the General Fund Summary.
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V.
Review of General Budget Figures
Summary by Activity_ or Function and Fund Summary
Schedule of Transfers
Debt Summary
Authorized Personnel
General Fund Summary, Revenues, and Expenditures
Finance Director Elton provided a review of the Summary By Activity Function and
explained that this schedule summarizes all funds. He discussed grant funding that
includes a total of 73 funds. In discussing the Schedule of Transfers he noted that a
number of transfers were due to matching funds for grants. He discussed the changes
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in authorized full-time, temporary, part-time, and seasonal personnel. He reviewed the
Summary of the General Fund for revenue and expenses. He advised that no transfers
are proposed for the General Fund for the coming year. He identified sales tax as a
major revenue source and that the majority of General Fund expenses are devoted to
public safety.
Discussion and inquiries followed related to the City Attorney's salary, allocation and
reimbursable credits, and "other agencies" state mandated refunds. There was a brief
discussion concerning the Public Benefits Fund.
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Review of General Fund/Enterprise Fund Accounts
FINANCE
Finance and Accounting
Information Technology
Downtown Business Improvement District
Purchasing
Billing and Collection
Recessed: 9:00 a.m.
Reconvened 9:12 a.m.
Finance Director Elton discussed the functions of each division of the Finance
Department. Of particular importance is new financial software that may change the
method for checking financial documents. An RFP for the project has been received
and is currently being reviewed by staff. He fielded inquires with regard to Purchasing
procedures, and the hiring of a technology consultant for $15,000 under contractual
services.
MIS Coordinator Klingbeil reviewed the services that the technology consultant would
provide to the City. She advised that the City's current technology is approximately five
to seven years old and may be eliminated from support by companies that introduced
them. The consultant should be able to provide us with an idea of where we should go
and how we could implement this plan over several years. The City's current
networking system and technology was discussed.
ii. PUBLIC UTILITIES
a. Electric
b. Street Lighting
c. Electric Public Benefit
d. Traffic Signals
e. Water
f. Sewer
Public Utilities Director Barnes discussed the increase in power cost for the coming
year. He forecast an increase in cost at the geothermal and hydro plants, and
discussed transmission costs through the Independent Operators System (ISO) who are
now the primary operator. He noted that the fund does not take into consideration of the
2000 plan to increase water at the geothermal plants. He responded to inquires
concerning the Rate Stabilization Fund and reviewed the Departments
accomplishments for the current year and objectives for the coming year. He noted that
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staff goal is to continue to maintain and upgrade the electrical system and to have fewer
outages. Staffing problems, requirements for doing certain jobs, and the type of work
needed by the Department were discussed. He discussed expansion of the wastewater
treatment plant and noted proposals are currently being evaluated. The sewer
treatment plant expansion will be split with the Ukiah Valley Sanitation District and an
agreement would be negotiated.
He further discussed repairs to the power plant. He noted that there is a sizable load
growth in the Airport Park area and the City may need to build a substation nearby
within the next five years.
Finance Director Elton explained that the hydroelectric bonds require a net operating
income of $1.2 million. He continued with a discussion of rate stabilization and how the
City would meet its obligation with the trustee.
Director Barnes discussed the Department of Health Services' concern with the City's
storage capacity. In response to an inquiry, he explained that the City does own the
sewer plant. He explained that the arrangement with the District is for the City to treat
their sewage, based on the number of connections. An in depth discussion followed
with regard to the matter of sewer connections in the District, rates charged, and
potential rate increases at a later time.
Finance Director Elton referred to the Sewer Construction Fund 611 and noted that $4
million is allocated for plant upgrades. There is a joint fund, as well as an individual
fund for each entity.
George Borecky, Water/Sewer Operations Superintendent, discussed the wastewater
treatment plant expansion project and the replacement of a primary transmission main
west of the freeway.
iii. PLANNING
a. Community Planning
b. Building Inspection
Planning Director Stump advised that this. coming year's budget is similar to last year
with the exception of contractual services for updating the General Plan Housing
Element, which is due December 2003. There is also an increase in salaries due to the
partial financing of a Community Development Coordinator position. He explained that
Associate Planning Keefer is taking course work to become certified as a building
inspector and staff is seeking a small amount of funding for educational purposes for
that endeavor.
He discussed consultants working on grants for bike and pedestrian pathways and the
City recently received a grant of approximately $100,000 for Gobbi Street improvements
from Orchard Avenue to Babcock Lane. Staff requested Council continue to fund grant-
writing services. He noted that the consultants produced a rail-trail project feasibility
study and staff would like to continue to fund the bike and pedestrian projects.
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Discussion followed with regard to permit fees and a request for additional funding to
update the Housing Element. It was noted that a review of Phase 2 and an
environmental assessment of Riverside Park might be necessary if the Community
Services Department is successful with a grant they recently applied for. The matter of
hiring more personnel for code enforcement was discussed.
Recessed: 10:36 a.m.
Reconvened: 10:43 a.m.
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d.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Police
Major Crimes Task Force
Police Reserves and Cadets
Supplemental Law Enforcement, Community Oriented Policing, and Local
Law Enforcement
Dispatch
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Police Chief Williams discussed salaries, benefits, and retirement for personnel. He
discussed operations and maintenance charges, and there are substantial decreases in
training expenses due to the efforts of Sergeant Marcus Young. He discussed booking
fees and noted that staff is cautiously optimistic that booking fees will be reinstated by
the state.
Chief Williams stated that he appreciates the efforts of the City to obtain an animal
control officer and felt the position would have a positive impact and the community
would be better served. There are no changes to the Police Reserves and Cadets
program, however, there is a change in that there is a shift to more cadets than
reserves due to increased requirements being placed on reserve officers by the state.
Discussion followed with regard to animal control and it was suggested by
Councilmember Libby that a telephone line be made available for citizens to call with
regard to barking dogs and other nuisances. In closing, Chief Williams thanked the
Budget Team and the City Manager for their efforts to make the budget process the
best it has ever been.
h. Parking District
Community Development Director DeKnoblough discussed the planned landscaping
and paving of Parking Lot C and staff's efforts to review opportunities to increase
resources and improve resource management. Staff will be looking at implementing
new meter and permit fee schedules. He noted that Customer Service Supervisor
Archibald has distributed a survey through the League of California Cities and once
completed, staff will assess options available for increasing revenue to the Parking
District.
Customer Service Supervisor Archibald discussed the matter of employees working
in the downtown area being served by having parking permits. The previously long
waiting lists have been reduced and staff has added resources in some of the parking
lots as well as on street parking. There haven't been many complaints from persons on
jury duty.
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e. Fire
f. Fire Emergency Services Reimbursement
g. Fire Volunteers/Explorers
Interim Fire Chief Cohn advised that a change in the budget concerns the salary for
one Fire Chief and also since the recent Fire Unit's Memorandum of Understanding was
approved for salaries and benefits costs. There is no anticipated change in the number
of employees.
Battalion Chief Yates advised that he submitted a FEMA grant, requesting $233,000
for the cost of a compressor to fill air bottles.
City Manager Horsley advised that Council previously approved the purchase of two
defibrillators and the City won't receive a bill for them until after July 1st. The
Department will also move the fire hydrant near the cell tower to a location near the
training tower. Discussion continued with regard to staffing needs.
v. MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AND SPECIAL AVIATION
City Manager Horsley advised that the Airport is projecting an increase in revenues of
$36,872. Next year the Airport plans to add one seasonal person during the summer
months for 12 weeks. Ukiah Valley Association for Habilitation has done a great job in
landscaping services to maintain the Airport. Fund 711, Contribution to Capital,
included $20,000 for a self-fueling station and has been a goal of the Airport
Commission. Mobile radios and installation for airport vehicles and/or additional
signage at a cost of $8,000 was recommended. She discussed meeting with the
California Department of Forestry (CDF).
Mayor Ashiku discussed the self fueling station and noted consideration should be
given to having a truck coupling system attached to the fuel truck so that it could be
uses as on a self-serve basis.
Councilmember Baldwin inquired as to the policy for experimental aircraft and Mayor
Ashiku responded that there is no policy, however, they must be licensed by a licensed
FAA inspector and licensed to fly.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES
General Government Buildings
Parks
Park Development Fund
Recreation, Administration
Recreation, Programs
Aquatics
Grace Hudson/Sun House Museum
Municipal Golf Course
Ukiah Valley Conference Center
Community Services Director DeKnoblough discussed the replacement of carpets in
the Civic Center, the City's car pool and the purchase of one vehicle for traveling. Staff
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will continue to budget for HVAC units. He advised that there are two new parks
positions.
City Manager Horsley requested Council's opinion regarding the County's bid for
animal control services.
There was discussion of the work schedule for this position to include watering trees,
patrolling the Plaza and Museum, and other duties that the animal control officer could
assist with. It was noted that the cost of $36,500 includes salary and benefits. An
inquiry was made as to how much of the salary would go towards animal control and it
was noted by staff that the job assignments might vary from day to day.
Director DeKnoblough advised that Council previously approved the design and
construction of Orchard and Observatory Parks. Staff will be seeking design cost
estimates. He noted that a dog park is planned in the future, however, there is a health
issue concerning the dog refuse.
City Manager Horsley advised that the City would hire probationary department crews
for the removal of weeds and trash at all park areas. She discussed having bags
available for people to dispose of dog refuse at all of the parks.
Discussion resumed with regard for the need of a skate park with the next fiscal year.
The Skate Park Committee applied for a grant for a free standing skate park but the
grant was denied. The City should have the soils analysis completed this year for the
Low Gap Park area.
Director DeKnoblough advised that there is approximately $96,000 in grants pending
that is targeted toward playground upgrades so that the City would comply with safety
standards. This coming year, staff would be focusing on the swimming pool and would
like to create a new aquatic center to be more family oriented.
Community Services Supervisor Sangiacomo discussed the various recreation
programs offered by the City. The main increase to the Recreation, Administration
budget is due to the addition of the Men's Softball program. He went on to explain that
there has been a decline in use of the pool facility and discussed the ratio between the
revenues and expenses related to the pool.
It was the opinion of Councilmember Baldwin that there should be two separate
departments: open space and the parks department in order for individuals to have a
vision as to how the valley will grow. He provided information to Council concerning this
proposal.
Museum Director Smith-Ferri discussed the Grace Hudson Museum providing tours to
schoolchildren. She reported that the Sun House Guild is funding extra costs and
increases in insurance. The Endowment Board is working towards self-funding.
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City Manager Horsley advised that it would be appropriate for the City Council to make
a policy statement that the City would pay up to $200,000 and that the Endowment
Board would assume any costs over that figure.
After a brief discussion, a consensus of Council concurred with the City Manager's
recommendation.
Director DeKnoblough continued with discussion of the Municipal Golf Course
operations and reminded Council of their adoption of a five-year program. There have
been no complaints about the recent fee increases. Staff is proposing a capital
expenditure of a new vehicle in the amount of $15,000 to replace an old service vehicle
for the Golf Course. Upon an inquiry by Councilmember Smith with regard to a
reduction in the concessions, he explained that it depends on the weather and they are
taking a conservative approach. He noted that the Golf Pro's contract expires in
October 2004.
Ukiah Valley Conference Center Manager Jenney responded to inquiries concerning
rental of the facilities by various organizations. A discount rate of 20% was set up for
non-profit organizations.
Director DeKnoblough explained that security doors at the Conference Center were
added to the budget. He discussed the important of having the business portion of the
Conference Center secured from the other areas that are being rented.
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CITY MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
City Manager
Personnel/Risk Management
Administrative Support
Community Outreach/Public Information
Miscellaneous General Government
City Manager Horsley discussed the addition to the budget of a new full time
secretarial position to assist with staffing needs.
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ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
City Council
City Clerk/Elections
City Treasurer
City Attorney
City Manager Horsley discussed the items included under the City Council's portion of
the budget. A picnic is planned this summer and may be in conjunction with the City of
Ukiah Employees' Association.
Mayor Ashiku referred to the medical insurance portion under City Council and was of
the opinion that it is a lot of money to spend for one or two Councilmembers.
City Clerk Ulvila advised that next year's budget is approximately $5,000 less than the ·
previous year. Some items under #690, Supplies, were carried over from last year due
to the new Civic Center addition not being completed until next fiscal year. A budget of
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$10,930 is allocated toward the elections this year. The City Clerk's office will continue
to scan City documents into the Electronic Records Management System. Preparation
for relocation of the City Clerk's office, equipment, and archival storage boxes will need
to take place once the new Administrative Wing is constructed. The City Clerk's office
is preparing for the November election and working with the County.
There was a brief discussion concerning Planning Commissioner Loewenstein's recent
move out of Ukiah. Staff will follow up on this matter.
Recessed: 12:21 p.m.
Reconvened: 12:32 p.m.
IX OTHER FUNDS.
a. Special Revenue
b. Federal Emergency Shelter Grant
c. Community Development Block Grant
d. Economic Development Block Grant
e. Community Development Commission
f. Equipment Replacement
g. Special Projects Reserve
h. Worker's Compensation Insurance
k. Liability Insurance.
Risk Manager/Budget Officer Harris advised that no action is proposed for the
Special Revenue Fund this year. The Civic Center bond payment is standard and
should be paid off in three or four years. He discussed the two-year Federal
Emergency Shelter Grant to be used for homeless prevention. The Community
Development Block Grant coincides with the homeless shelter grant and includes
assistance in finding jobs, and housing. It also included a seismic study for the Palace
Hotel. Economic Development Block Grants contain money we received in large
amounts and are used for loans to business. He referred to page 335 for the loan
analysis.
He explained that the revenue received from the Community Development Commission
is used for funding the First Time Home Buyers Program and is used for actual loans
and for silent second mortgages. Discussion followed with regard to this program. He
explained that the money has to benefit Iow and moderate-income persons.
City Manager Horsley discussed the Equipment Replacement program, purchasing
new financial software, construction of the new addition to the Civic Center,
replacement of a Police patrol vehicle, and relocation of a training fire hydrant for the
Fire Department. She explained that Councilmember Libby has provided her with
information concerning "cool roof rebates", and the City would apply for the rebate for
installation of this type of roof on the new addition to the Civic Center. She discussed
the City's reserves for various projects and the Summary of Projects identified that staff
thinks would be completed this coming year. She went on to explain that Fund 699 is
not included on the list because it is detailed separately.
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Risk Manager/Budget Officer Harris discussed the Worker's Compensation Insurance
and Liability Insurance for the City.
ADJOURNMENT
12:47 p.m.: Council Adjourned to a 3:00 p.m. Joint Meeting with the Ukiah Valley
Sanitation District Board of Directors.
JUNE 26, 2OO2
RECONVENED
The Ukiah City Council reconvened on June 26, 2002 at 7:34 a.m. Roll Call was taken
with the following Councilmembers present: Larson (arrived at 7:39 a.m.), Smith, Libby
(arrived at 8:00 a.m.), Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. Staff present: Finance Director
Elton, Risk Manager/Budget Officer Harris, City Manager Horsley, Deputy Public Works
Director Seanor, Public Works Director/City Engineer Steele, and City Clerk Ulvila.
CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2002-2003 BUDGET
X.
PUBLIC WORKS
Engineering and Administration
Street Maintenance
Corporation Yard
Brid_cle Fund
Gas ~ax and Construction Projects
Municipal Garage
Solid Waste Disposal Site
Refuse/Debris Control
Public Works Director/City Engineer Steele explained that the primary changes to
the budget in the coming year concern salaries due to the addition of a Permit
Coordinator.
7:39 a.m.: Councilmember Larson arrived'at the meeting.
Director Steele advised of the need for land surveying services, plan checking, and
traffic engineering services for the coming year. Also included are salaries for two
temporary employees during the summer months. Staff anticipates more underground
investigation will be needed at the Corporation Yard. She briefly discussed the Solid
Waste Disposal Site and provided Council with an update as to the final closure
requirements. She advised that funding for ADA ramps is an on-going project. This
coming year, staff has a goal to complete the realignment of Gobbi Street at Babcock
Lane. She continued to discuss other Public Works Projects identified in the budget
document.
She explained that there is two projects not mentioned in the budget that staff would like
to obtain Council's approval for funding. The Cleveland Lane Drainage project is very
important and she discussed flooding, drainage, and maintenance problems associated
with the project. She noted the estimated cost for this project is $200,000. The other
project concerns improvements to Orr Creek in the amount of $47,000.
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It was the consensus of Council to take $247,000 out of the General Fund Reserves
for the Cleveland Lane Drainage Project ($200,000) and the Orr Creek Project
($47,000). Councilmember Libby was absent.
Discussion continued with regard to work that the Department of Fish and Game would
need to complete for this Cleveland Lane Drainage Project.
8:00 a.m.: Councilmember Libby arrived at the meeting.
Discussion continued with regard to the Orr Creek project that would include installing a
retaining wall and enhancing the trail between Bush and North Oak Streets. It was also
noted that a sidewalk improvement program would be brought forth to Council by staff
at a later time.
8:07a.m. Adjourned to sit as the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency.
8:30 a.m. Reconvened as the City Council.
Councilmember Baldwin discussed the list he presented to Council yesterday that
included a recommendation of having a separate Parks Department and felt that
movement towards infrastructure improvements is critical at this time. Also of
importance is code enforcement and open space acquisition. He was supportive of
hiring a full time grant writer. He discussion the purpose of a grant writer and having
them work closely with staff to find grants for projects. He recommended $185,000 be
set-aside for this purpose and that another $115,000 be added to that fund. He also
recommended hiring a half-time code enforcement person for the Planning and Parks
Departments to share and discussed how that employee could be utilized.
Discussion followed with regard to Councilmember Baldwin's proposals and current City
staffing. Community Services Director DeKnoblough advised that if more areas
were opened to open space access, there would be a need for maintenance and
security. Vandalism at City parks was addressed. Security staffing at Riverside Park
was discussed and it was noted that the Park would not be completed within the next
fiscal year. There was discussion of incorporating the duties of the animal control
officer with the ability to cite violations at various park sites and for other security
matters, other than those related to animals.
There was a consensus of Council to alert local realtors that the City is interested in
being notified when open space areas become available. It was noted by staff that
funds have been allocated for grant matching funds in Fund 699.
Councilmember Smith recommended an additional $20,000, in addition to what is
proposed in the draft budget, be allocated towards a grant writer.
M/S Baldwin/Ashiku that $6,000 is allocated from the budget to cover a Planning
Commission stipend for one year, or $50 per meeting.
Discussion followed with regard to the Planning Commission's duties and its important
role in matters affecting the community.
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Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmember Larson, Smith,
Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: None.
M/S Baldwin/Ashiku to allocate $68,0000 for a new lineman position or consultants for
the Public Utilities Department from the interest earned.
Discussion followed with regard to keeping up with necessary improvements to the
Electric Department and the need for another lineman.
M/S Baldwin/Ashiku amending the motion that it be left to the discretion of the Public
Utilities Director to determine whether funding should be spent on a lineman position,
consultant, or whatever is most needed. Motion carried by unanimous consent.
M/S Baldwin/Larson to increase funding by $20,000 for a grant writer consultant.
Discussion followed and it was noted by staff that $50,000 is already in the budget for
matching grant funds.
M/S Baldwin/Larson amending the motion that funding of $20,000 for allocated for a
grant writer or matching funds in addition, to the $50,000 already designated in the
budget.
A brief discussion followed with regard to the motion.
Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmember Larson, Smith,
Libby, Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None.
M/S Baldwin/Smith to set aside $20,000 from the General Fund for code enforcement
abatement, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmember Larson, Smith,
Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: None.
M/S Baldwin/Smith allocating $247,000 for the Public Works Projects of the Cleveland
Lane Drainage and the Orr Creek Projects, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmember Larson, Smith, Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: Councilmember
Libby. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None.
M/S Baldwin/Smith adopting Resolution 2002-47, approving the 2002-2003 fiscal year
budget for the City of Ukiah as amended, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmember Larson, Smith, Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: Councilmember
Libby. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None.
There being no further business, the Ukiah City Council meeting was adjourned at 9:27
a.m.
Marie Ulvila, City Clerk
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