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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF UKIAH - July 3, 1996
The City Council convened in a regular meeting, of which the agenda was legally noticed and
posted, at 6:32 p.m. in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah,
California. Roll was taken and the following Councilmembers were present: Mastin, Malone,
Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. Absent: Councilmember Wattenburger. Staff present:
Community Services Director DeKnoblough, City Manager Horsley, City Attorney Rapport,
Planning Director Sawyer, Senior Planner Stump, City Clerk Giuntoli.
2. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
City Manager Horsley gave the invocation, and Councilmember Mastin led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Ap~3roval of Minutes
Re;ular Meeting of June 19, 1996 - Revised Copy
MIS MalonelMastin to approve the revised Minutes of the June 19, 1996 regular meeting as
submitted, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone,
Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: Councilmember
Wattenburger.
4. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION
Mayor Schneiter explained the appeal process.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
MIS MastinlMalone to approve the consent calendar as follows:
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Denied Claims for Damages Received from Norma Didier; Steve and Leah Mendoza; and
Ted E. Myer, and Referred to City Insurance Carder, REMIF
Adopted Ordinance No. 965 Amending Section 3704.6 of the Ukiah City Code Regulating
Sewer Laterals
Awarded Bid for Electronic Meter Reading Devices and Appurtenances to Orcom
Systems, Inc., in the Amount of $18,654.
Received Notification Regarding Purchase of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel for the
Corporation Yard
Adopted Resolution No. 97-1 Increasing Fees for Legal Services
Adopted Resolution No. 97-2 Approving Expansion of Sonoma/Mendocino Recycling
Market Development Zone.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone,
Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None: ABSENT: Councilmember
Wattenburger.
6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
No one came forward.
Mayor Schneiter moved Agenda Item 8a to this time, since it was not yet the 7:00 p.m.
scheduled hour for the public hearing.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Adoption of Ordinance Amending the City Zoning Map to Rezone Certain Publicly
Owned and Developed Property to "PF" (Public Facilities.)
Senior Planner Stump advised that this item was introduced successfully to the Council at the
regular meeting of June 19, 1996. He, therefore, was dispensing with the background summary
and offering staff's recommendation that the ordinance be adopted.
MIS MalonelMastin to adopt Ordinance No. 966 Amending the City Zoning Map to Rezone
Certain Publicly Owned and Developed Property to "PF" (Public Facilities), carded by the
following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Shoemaker and Mayor
Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: CouncilmemberWattenburger.
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NEW BUSINESS
Apr~roval of Demolition Permit Application for a Structure Over 50 Years Old
Located at 315 West Church Street
Senior Planner Stump advised the structure proposed for demolition due to substantial fire
damage is located at 315 West Church Street. At their meeting of June 26, 1996, the City's
Demolition Permit Review Committee determined that the structure is not historically or
architecturally significant; therefore, staff recommends the demolition permit be issued.
Mayor Schneiter questioned the necessity for the demolition permit since the structure was
deemed unsound as a result of the tire.
Planning Director Sawyer replied that although the building was a total loss, it was helpful to
proceed with the review process and analysis for benefit of the historical record.
Discussion followed regarding the necessity for the demolition permit.
MIS MastinlMalone to find that the structure located at 315 West Church Street is not historically
or architecturally significant, and allow issuance of the Demolition Permit, carried by the following
roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter.
NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: CouncilmemberWattenburger.
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Adoption of Resolution Establishing Landscaping and Streetscape Design
Guidelines
MIS ShoemakerlSchneiter to continue this item to the August 21, 1996 regular meeting, carded
by an all AYE voice vote.
9c. Discussion Regarding Joint Meeting with Golf Course Committee
City Manager Horsley and Community Services Director DeKnoblough advised that the Golf
Course has projected an operational deficit of $134,583. This deficit will be reduced to $104,620
through a reserve transfer of $28,743 and a beginning fund balance of $3,200; there are no
remaining reserves in this fund, after this year's transfer, with which to assist any potential future
operational deficits.
The Golf Course Committee reviewed the budget at their June 26, 1996 meeting, at which time
staff informed them of the severity of the financial issues facing the City as a whole. Staff also
reviewed the function of enterprise funds within the city budget and the need for the Golf Course
to sustain itself. Several proposals for addressing the deficit through fee increases were
discussed by the Committee; however, before taking action to recommend a specific course of
action, the Committee unanimously expressed its desire to discuss these issues directly with the
Council.
It was the consensus of the Council to meet jointly with the Golf Course Committee on
Wednesday, August 21, 5:30 p.m., prior to the regularly scheduled City Council meeting.
9d. Approval of Request for Proposal for Investment Advisory Services
City Manager Horsley advised that currently these services are provided on an interim basis by
Public Financial Management. Staff has prepared a Request For Proposal (RFP) for long term
services, which will be distributed to local and out of the area qualified firms.
MIS MalonelMastin to approve the Request For Proposal (RFP) for Financial Investment
Services, carded by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone,
Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: Councilmember
Wattenburger.
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Discussion Reqardin~ Proposed Job Descriptions for City Treasurer and City Clerk
Positions
City Manager Horsley advised that due to the fact the City will contract for the services of an
investment advisory firm to manage the City's portfolio funds, the City Treasurer will no longer be
performing this function. The City Treasurer will, however, serve as the Chair of the Investment
Oversight Committee, which will meet a minimum of at least once per quarter, and work with city
staff on policy issues and developing internal controls. The position will change from an
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operational investment role to that of a policy and audit advisor, with the proposed duties
requiring approximately 15 hours per month or less. Due to the proposed changes of the City
Treasurer in job function as well as time required to perform the duties, it is recommended that
the salary be modified from $800 to $300 per month.
She further advised that the Council had requested that a list of duties, responsibilities, and
requirements performed by the City Clerk during an average 32 hour work week be adopted in
written form. The current City Clerk, appointed by Council, has posted office hours whereby she
is available to the public during the morning and afternoon, which when added to the hours
required for City Council meetings one week and agenda preparation the next, approximates the
required 32 hours per week. The current salary in the Code is recommended to remain in effect
as it is felt it is appropriate for the hours and job duties as specified. Staff is requesting Council's
discussion of the proposed duties, responsibilities, and salades recommended for the two
positions. Final duties and salary detail will be brought back to the Council for ordinance
introduction.
Discussion followed relative to the job descriptions and salaries, where it is was noted both the
City Treasurer and City Clerk have certain duties that are prescribed bY state statute, but there is
no need in the City Code to specify the duties of either position. The Council does have the
option to prescribe the location where these City officials will camj out their duties, designate
specific work hours, and determine what support the positions should be given.
Further discussion followed relative to the City Treasurer position and the Council's concerns and
clarification of specifics regarding salary, actual monthly hours necessary for adequate
performance of duties, review and certification of warrants, current policies regarding
expenditures, and liability issues. It was noted the basic function of the Treasurer as defined
under state statute is to maintain and account for City funds that come within his/her possession;
however, other duties may be delegated to the position.
MIS Malone/Shoemaker to approve the proposed job descriptions of the City Clerk and City
Treasurer, with the addition that the City Treasurer reviews warrants and reports to the City
Council on expenditures that cannot be certified as authorized, carried by the following roll call
vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, and Shoemaker. NOES: Mayor Schneiter.
ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Wattenburger.
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PUBLIC HEARING -7:00 p.m.
Consideration of Proposed Ukiah Municipal Airport Master Plan
Senior Planner Stump advised that on January 17, 1996, the City Council conducted a public
hearing to consider the conceptual adoption of the Ukiah Municipal Airport Master Plan and
associated environmental document. Subsequent to the public hearing, and after considerable
discussion, the Council voted 3 to 2 to adopt Resolution 96-37, conceptually approving the
Master Plan and associated Negative Declaration. The conceptual approval was a necessary
step in the process, because by law, the document was required to be forwarded to the
Mendocino County Airport Land Use Commission for two (2) actions; 1) formal adoption of the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP - Chapter 7); and 2) a finding that the Master Plan was
consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
He further advised that on June 6, 1996, the Mendocino County Airport Land Use Commission
adopted the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP - Chapter 7). Subsequent to that action, as
required by State Law, they found that the Master Plan document was consistent with the CLUP.
Regarding the City Council's six modifications to the Plan, the ALUC agreed with most, but chose
not to amend the Land Use Compatibility Map or establish a "B3" classification as the Council
had suggested. Instead, they determined, with the assistance of City and County Planning Staff,
as well as the City Airport Planning Consultant, that the "infill" concept/policy used in the
Mendocino County Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP), was an appropriate tool to
address the Compatibility Map and "B3" Zone issues. This "infill" concept/policy language is
included on Page 3 of the Addendum to the Master Plan, prepared by Shutt/Moen Associates,
dated June 7, 1996. The action by the Mendocino County Airport Land Use Commission to
adopt the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) and associated Map for the Ukiah Airport is
final. Staff is able to conclude that the approach to the Compatibility Map and "B3" issues
adequately addresses the concerns expressed by the City Council.
Ken Brody, Shutt/Moen Associates, offered a brief summary of the changes contained in the
Addendum to the Ukiah Municipal Airport Master Plan Report.
Public Hearing Opened: 7:40 p.m.
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No one came forward.
Public Hearing Closed: 7:41 p.m.
The Council queried Mr. Brody relative to zoning.
MIS MastinlMalone to adopt Resolution 97-3, Adopting the Ukiah Municipal Airport Master Plan
and Associated Negative Declaration, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: Councilmember Shoemaker.
ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: CouncilmemberWattenburger.
Mr. Brody advised the changes will be incorporated into the document, and the airport layout
plan will be officially referred to the Federal Aviation Administration for approval.
10. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Mastin reported on the proposals for the intermodal facility design, and advised
the $600,000 that Congressman Riggs had attached to a bill for MTA to purchase three new
buses had passed in the House.
Councilmember Malone reported on the new Grace Hudson Museum exhibit and opening
reception; a seven band teenage concert; and advised the Chamber of Commerce had hired a
new director, with a reception to be held on Wednesday, July 17.
Mayor Schneiter reported on his conversation with Mike McDonald, General Manager of
Northern California Power Association.
11. CITY MANAGER/DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Ms. Horsley reported on the letter written to Congressman Riggs regarding the train station.
12. CLOSED SESSION (None)
13. ADJOURNMENT
MIS MalonelSchneiter to adjourn the regular meeting of July 3, 1996 carded by an all AYE voice
vote.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
Marge Giuntoli, City Clerk
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