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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 05-15-96MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH - May 15, 1996 413 The City Council convened in a regular meeting, of which the agenda was legally noticed and posted, at 6:31 p.m. Roll was taken and the following Councilmembers were present: Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. Absent: None. Staff present: Public Utility Director Barnes, Assistant Redevelopment Director DeKnoblough, Assistant City Manager Harris, City Attorney Rapport, Planning Director Sawyer, and Executive Assistant Yoast. 2. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance Councilmember Shoemaker gave the invocation, and,Mayor Schneiter led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Commendation/Proclamation Commendation Honoring Don Denham on His Retirement Mayor Schneiter read the commendation to Don Denham, and Don Denham accepted it. ii. Proclamation Regarding Russian River Run Day - June 2, 1996 Mayor Schneiter read the proclamation. Dottle Deerwester, on behalf of North Coast Striders, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Council for recognizing this community event. She explained the significant support received from the businesses and volunteers involved, the process for making the event possible, and encouraged Council and City staff to participate in the event. e Approval of Minutes Special Meeting of April 17, 1996 M/S ShOemaker/Malone to approve the minutes of the April 17, 1996 special meeting, as submitted, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, and Shoemaker. NOES' None. ABSTAIN: Councilmember Schneiter. ABSENT: None. ii. Regular Meeting of April 17, 1996 M/S Wattenburger/Mastin to approve the minutes of the April 17, 1996 regular meeting, as submitted, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. iii. Regular Meeting of May 1, 1996 Councilmember Malone questioned whether the City Clerk's entire letter should be in the minutes. City Attorney Rapport noted the minutes are usually action only, so identifying the letter and noting it was read would be sufficient. After discussion, it was determined the second paragraph under agenda item 9d on page 5, shall be changed to read, "Cathy McKay CMC/AAE, Ukiah City Clerk since 1988, read her memorandum indicating her intent to resign, dated May 1, 1996, into the public record. The remainder of her letter, which is italicized, was deleted to the top paragraph on Page 6 where Councilmember Shoemaker began to speak. M/S Wattenburger/Malone to approve the minutes of the May 1, 1996 regular meeting, as amended, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. 5. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION Mayor Schneiter explained the appeal process. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Malone pulled item 6e, which then became item 10g. M/S Shoemaker/Mastin to approve the consent calendar, as follows: a. Approved Report of Disbursements for the Month of April 1996 b. Adopted Resolution No. 96-63 Declaring Results of the Special Municipal Election Consolidated with the Direct Primary Election of March 26, 1996 414 C. d. Denied Claim for Damages Received from Paula Shermer on Behalf of Christopher J. Shermer, and Referred to City Insurance Carrier, REMIF Awarded Contract to S.D. Meyers for Disposal of Transformers for $4,700.77 Adopted Resolution No. 96-64 Authorizing Signatories on City of Ukiah Bank Accounts Rescinded Award of Contract to Reuser, Inc. for Wood and Yardwaste Removal at Ukiah Solid Waste Disposal Site and Direct Staff to Solicit Bids Pursuant to the Municipal Code The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. 7. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Steve Turner, Mendocino Transit Authority, gave a report on CalACT's spring conference held at the Ukiah Valley Conference Center. He noted it was a huge success and thanked the Conference Center staff and Kris Rasmussen of the Main Street Program for all their hard work, and noted the popularity of the trolley that was transporting attendees throughout the event. Councilmember Mastin thanked Mr. Turner for all his work on the event. Judy Pruden, 304 S. Hortense, noted she would like to see the trolley during PumpkinFest. She also advised that she would like the clock at the Alex R. Thomas, Jr. Plaza to remain facing the east/west direction. Mayor Schneiter moved agenda item 9a to this time since it was not yet time for the public hearing. 9a. Discussion Regarding Reconsideration of Demolition Permit Application for Structure Located at 400 East Perkins Street City Manager Horsley introduced Planning Director Bob Sawyer and Senior Planner Charley Stump. Mr. Stump gave a brief history of this Demolition Permit Application and noted at Council's April 17 meeting, staff was asked to work with the parties involved to seek an alternative to demolition. At this time no interested buyers, site, or reliable funding sources have been found to save the structure. Staff recommends that Council determine the structure is no longer historically significant and approve the demolition permit. Judy Pruden, 304 S. Hortense, Chairman of Demolition Review Committee, advised that some positive things have occurred over the last year and a half about designating this property as historical and it shows the community that the City wants to restore our historical resources. She also thanked everyone who looked for alternatives to save the structure and requested the owner continue to work with anyone wanting to move the structure right up to the point of demolition. She noted there have been a few last minute inquiries, but no permanent solution as of tonight. David Ryan, 495 E. Perkins Street, speaking for property owner, Mr. Quan, said he appreciates Judy Pruden's work to try to save the house and noted Mr. Quan is more than willing to postpone demolition if there is a project available to salvage the house. Mr. Bafia, owner of Sizzler Restaurant, 404 E. Perkins St., expressed concern over the delay relative to cleaning up this property, as well as for the safety of his employees and the community. He requested a speedy resolution so that he does not have to take further action for a remedy. Jim Mayfield, representing Chamber of Commerce, advised there was a unanimous vote by the Chamber Board to recommend approval of the demolition permit. He noted there has been significant effort to try to save the structure but now it is now time to take action. Mr. Rapport advised the building has historical value, but the question remains if it is historically significant enough to warrant preservation when considering all the facts and cir(~umstances. Council has put forth extra.efforts to find a way to preserve the structure, and must be careful not to infringe on the property owner's rights as well. It was noted the owner hopes to begin construction in 1996, if the demolition permit is approved. Mayor Schneiter indicated he appreciates the Mr. Bafia's concerns, and feels the circumstances justify Council allowing issuance of a demolition permit, and Councilmember Wattenburger agreed. Mr. Malone advised he attended a meeting regarding the train depot site and noted it would be a long time before any consideration could be made relative to the structure being moved to that site. Regular Meeting - May 15, 1996 Page 2 415 Discussion was had relative to the historic value of the structure, and there is not enough Interest by any parties to further delay demolition. M/S MaloneANattenburger that due to the dircumstances surrounding the economics and lack of interested parties to preserve the building located at 400 East Perkins Street, the demolition permit shall be allowed, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. . PUBLIC HEARING - 7:00 p.m. Adoption of Resolution Adiustin.q Fire Prevention Fee Schedule Ms. Horsley presented Operations Chief Sandelin and Fire Marshal Sprehn. Mr. Sandelin explained the history of fire department fees, and the proposed new fees. He explained Roger Sprehn is the staff member who worked on the project and can answer Council's questions. Mr. Sprehn indicated he based the proposed fees on the time involved to accomplish each task. The hourly rate increased from $30 per hour, to $50 per hour, which includes clerical, vehicle support, etc. He drew attention to the analysis he performed of what other fire departments in Mendocino and Napa counties are charging, and noted the City's current fees are either typical to or below most agencies. He explained the public hearing noticing steps taken regarding this item. Discussion followed relative to the methodology used in arriving at some of the fees, that some of the fees will be lower, and the training levels needed to be able to perform plan checking services. Public Hearing Opened - 7:19 p.m. Al Beltrami, 145 Mendocino Place, read a letter, dated May 15, 1996, from Mendocino County Employers Council into the record which noted a concern relative to a 66% increase over five years; that general fund revenues should be used for public safety rather than a reliance on fees; if fees are to be used for some public safety functions, they should be based on a reasonable basis related to service provided, and not for revenue; that the charges for document reproduction are extremely high and need to be justified; that there are three agencies dealing with tank regulations; and concern relative there being any appeal fee. He requested the Council keep the fees at a level to cover reasonable costs and do not add the new fee for the Fire Control Appeal Board, and to investigate if better coordination would make the fuel tank regulation process more efficient. Public Hearing Closed - 7:27 p.m. Councilmember Wattenburger questioned whether it is a state requirement that all three agencies deal with the fuel tank regulations. Mr. Sprehn advised the state is in the process of coordinating this into one agency per area, but at this time the City's Fire Code requires a permit for removal, installation, modification, etc. for underground tanks. Discussion followed relative to coordinating efforts with regards to the fuel tanks; that the City currently does not have any appeal fees because the Council does not want to make it difficult for a non-developer to appeal a project; that the state is looking at requiring building inspectors to be licensed, which may extend to fire personnel. There was additional discussion regarding whether there could be only one fee for one inspector. It was noted both the building and fire divisions do work with many of the same code books, however, fire life and safety issues are the Fire Department's role because they are heavily trained around fire safety. Ms. Horsley noted staff is currently looking at the permit process, and will be looking at these coordination issues. Mr. Sandelin noted in other agencies where they have tried to combine the two 'inspection functions they end up with a specialist in fire, life safety, and hazardous materials. Mayor Schneiter indicated he supports all the proposed fees, except a fee for appeals. Mr. Wattenburger noted he would prefer to see smaller increases proposed more often. Mr. Rapport noted it is required that the proposed fee reflects the cost for providing the service, and Mr. Sprehn has based his fees accordingly. Ms. Horsley advised that staff is trying to bring all City fees up to date. She further advised that staff Regular Meeting - May 15, 1996 Page 3 416 has no strong feelings about the appeal hearing fee, it was brought forward because of the high cost of their first appeal hearing. M/S Wattenburger/Mastin to adopt Resolution No. 96-65, Adjusting Fire Prevention Fee Schedule, with the deletion of the Fire Code Board of Appeal fee, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. 8b. Adoption of Resolution Approvin.q Lease and Sub-Lease A.qreements to Refinance Greater Ukiah Senior Center Offices Mr. Rapport reported that the Senior Citizen Center has found an excellent financing mechanism, saving 2% per year, for their buildings. This will provide them with a lower monthly cost as well as providing additional funds. The proper public notice was given and the resolution authorizes the City Manager or Mayor to sign the necessary documents. He noted the City is basically facilitating this financing and the lender is obligated to look exclusively at the Senior Center in case of default. The lender is one of the current lenders and it wants to take on the entire mortgage at this time. Public Hearing Opened - 7:49 p.m. Terr Willis, Executive Director of Senior Center, advised Council that the Senior Center Board approved the financing package. She added that it will save the seniors a lot of money, will not cost the City anything, and requested the Council adopt the resolution. Public Hearing Closed - 7:50 p.m. MS Malone/Shoemaker to approve Resolution No. 96-66 Approving the Lease-Purchase Agreement and Sublease Purchase Agreement to Refinance the Acquisition of Buildings for the Greater Ukiah Senior Center, Inc., carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. 10. 10a. NEW BUSINESS Selection of Alternate Board Member to the Redwood Empire Municipal Insurance Fund (REMIF) Ms. Horsley advised an alternate Board member must be appointed to the REMIF Board, since she was the alternate prior to taking the position of City Manager. She will be designated the main Board member, and that Michael Harris be appointed as the alternate. She advised there is valuable training associated with the appointment of Mr. Harris. MS Shoemaker/Malone to make Candace Horsley the main REMIF Board member and Michael Harris the alternate, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. 10b. Discussion Re.qardin.q City Treasurer Position and Appointment of Interim City Treasurer Ms. Horsley explained that the City Council appointed Treasurer, Patrick Coyne, has moved out of the City limits and under Government Code Section 36502 is no longer eligible to serve as the City of Ukiah Treasurer. She explained the two actions of Council this evening are to appoint a Treasurer to fill the vacancy until the November election, and authorize a strategy for investment services. The Treasurer appointment can be filled by a member of public, staff, or a Councilmember as long as the appointee is a City resident. If the Council decides to appoint a Councilmember, they can do so tonight or direct staff to do a recruitment. Staff also recommends that the appointed Treasurer be the Chair of the oversight committee, which will be considered by the Council in the June meeting. The City's investments should be managed by an investment advisor. Patrick Coyne has proactively provided the City with investment services since his appointment and he has offered to continue to do so on a consultant basis for $2,083.33 per month, but only if his contract is through February 1997. Attached to the report is the proposed professional services contract and a comparison chart of the portfolio, which reflect the portfolio's increases. She explained other alternatives for Council include hiring an investment advisor on a month-to-month basis until an investment advisor is selected through the RFP process, or contract with an advisor until the November election, when a new Treasurer will be elected. Discussion followed relative to the City Treasurer's report, and it was noted the report illustrates what the City had just prior to the sale of the derivatives, through where the City is currently showing an increase in current market value of a little more than $4 million. Regular Meeting - May 15, 1996 Page 4 417 Mr. Coyne explained the increase comes from a number of factors, including a change in banking services, which increased interest income by $85,000; fiscal responsibility on the part of staff; and that projected revenues have been more than what was expected. He additionally explained that he recommended the contract extend to February 1997, to provide continuity through the transition to the elected City Treasurer. There is the oversight committee, policy and investment statement, and also the RFP to take care of before November and he would like some continuity when the new City Treasurer and new investment advisors are on board. He further noted Coyne and Associates will not participate in the RFP when it goes out. Mayor Schneiter requested Council's input on the professional services contract. Commissioner Malone indicated the City has a process in place that if a contract amount exceeds $5,000 we must go out to bid. He also would like to check whether it is appropriate for a departing elected official to immediately solicit consulting services from the City. Additionally, he feels that the City Treasurer and City Clerk are not generally spokespeople for the City,. and does not appreciate the characterizations stated about how the City does business and noted his interest is in severing this relationship at this point. Mr. Wattenburger noted his preference would be to go with alternative number 1, hiring an investment advisor on a month-to-month basis, with personal input on an overlap basis until an investment advisor is selected through the RFP process. He feels the continuity is important. Mr. Coyne advised the City still has $6 million in derivatives that need to be dealt with, and there are another $7 million that should be stair-stepped with treasuries, to better diversify the portfolio and have the opportunity to earn another 1% on those dollars. He explained he has taken the treasurer's office from a non-computerized treasury office to a fully computerized office generating all the appropriate cash flow reports and pedormance reports. Mr. ShOemaker noted on a technical basis, Mr. Coyne has done an excellent job and it is unfortunate that the political realm has entered into the position, and that the high level of professionalism did not occur that is necessary with the position. A motion by Wattenburger to enter into a professional services contract as outlined in the staff report, died for lack of a second. M/S Wattenburger/Schneiter to enter into a professional services contract with Coyne and Associates as an investment advisor on a month-to-month basis until a permanent investment advisor is selected through an 'RFP process, died when Patrick Coyne indicated he was not interested in a month-to-month contract. Councilmember Wattenburger and Mayor Schneiter withdrew their motion. M/S Wattenburger/Schneiter to approve the proposed contract as stated in the staff report, failed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Wattenburger and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, and Shoemaker. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. Mayor Schneiter noted motion failed three to two. He further advised there are other companies that have indicated a willingness to work on a month-to-month basis. M/S Malone/Mastin to instruct City Manager to pursue a month-to-month basis contract for managing the City's portfolio, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmember Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. Mr. Rapport indicated if there is an immediate need, and not enough time to go out for an RFP, Council is not required to go through the formal bidding process, especially on a month-to-month basis. Ms. Horsley explained there is an RFP almost complete for investment services. Mr. Rapport noted there is an immediate need for portfolio management until the RFP is completed. M/S Wattenburger/Shoemaker to fill the remainder of the term of the City Treasurer with the Mayor and declare the vacancy as of May 15, 1996, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmember Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. Mayor Schneiter advised signature cards and other documents will need to be completed Regular Meeting - May 15, 1996 Page 5 418 immediately. Recess: 8:19 p.m. Reconvened - 8:25 p.m. 10e. Discussion of City/Chamber of Commerce Activities Since individuals in the audience were in attendance for the Chamber of Commerce item, Mayor Schneiter moved its consideration to this time. John Bogner, Chamber Board Chair, explained Chamber's philosophy and activities. Jim Mayfield, Chamber of Commerce Board member, noted the City has been a key member of the Chamber through funding, and the Chamber is discussing with its members what they would like to see the Chamber do for the citizens of Ukiah. He explained some of the things the Chamber participates in and noted they are involved in economic development activities, including sitting on the committee that is trying to develop the railroad center, annually providing the Fourth of July Celebration, and are involved in the PumpkinFest. He asked what direction the City would like to see the Chamber take in the future. Mayor Schneiter explained the City's history with the Chamber the 10 years he has been on the Council, and noted he appreciated the Chamber's energy level when Ms. Christian was the Director. Discussion followed relative to the Chamber going out for a new Director with the intent to have him/her in place by mid to late June. They are looking for a combination of high energy and marketing ability. They anticipate focusing on fewer projects and doing those projects well, rather than spreading their resources too thin over too many projects. Mr. Malone noted tourist activities create an enormous drain on Chamber staff, and they are attempting to get more local tourist-type businesses involved in the Chamber. Mayor Schneiter advised he would like to see some kind of promotion that addresses the City's facilities and events. Discussion followed relative to a change in philosophy of the Chamber and what it would be like to not have a Chamber of Commerce in the community. Mr. Shoemaker noted some type of summer parade would be nice, and suggested the Chamber not duplicate services other agencies are providing. Discussion was had relative to the need for the Chamber to be open on Saturdays and the need to create a volunteer network. Activities surrounding the train depot were discussed further, and it was noted that it has been beneficial for the Board to not have a Director for a short while because there is a level of awareness that was not present before. Monte Hill, 1308 W. Clay Street, explained the fireworks is a very expensive event and the Chamber is very thankful to get the sponsors involved, however, even the sponsorships did not entirely cover the event last year and requested special consideration for this program. Discussion followed relative to the Chamber taking the information received from Council back to the Board and that they will return for further discussions at a future date. 10c. Introduction of Ordinance Amendin.q Section 3704.6 of the Ukiah City Code, Sewer Re.qulations Public Utilities Director Barnes advised staff is proposing an amendment to City Code section 3704.6 dealing with sewer laterals that are lower than grade. Currently the code requires that any sewer laterals that need to be pumped into the City system must be pumped into a manhole. Staff believes this current code is too restrictive and there are a lot of instances where it is not required, and are asking that the code be amended to give staff more flexibility in making that determination. It was noted that "Engineer" and "Yoast" is misspelled in the ordinance. M/S Shoemaker/Malone to introduce by title only the Ordinance Amending Section 3704.6 of the Ukiah City Code, as amended, carried by an all aye vote. Deputy City Clerk Yoast read the Ordinance by title only. Regular Meeting - May 15, 1996 Page 6 419 M/S Shoemaker/Wattenburger to introduce the Ordinance Amending Section 3704.6 of the Ukiah City Code, as amended, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. 10d. Adopt Resolution Acceptin.q Certain Real Properties from the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency Assistant Redevelopment Director DeKnoblough explained redevelopment law provides for the Redevelopment Agency to acquire and improve properties, contingent upon approval and consent of the City Council within the jurisdiction in which the Agency exists. In providing consent, the Council must make findings as outlined in the staff report. The three public improvement projects which the Agency has completed and desires to convey to the City of Ukiah are the Ukiah Valley Conference Center, Assessor's Parcel No. 002-261-09; Oak Street parking facility, Assessor's Parcel No. 002-262-04 and 05; and the site of the Alex R. Thomas, Jr. Plaza, Assessor's Parcel No. 002- 265-08. There are a total of four parcels and it is appropriate to convey them to the City at this time. M/S Malone/Mastin to approve Res. No. 96-67 Accepting Certain Real Properties from the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. 10f. Award of Bid for Annual Diesel Products at Various Locations of City Facilities Nora Kennedy, Purchasing and Warehouse Supervisor, advised four bids were sent out and all four bids were returned. Three of the suppliers returned bids that resulted in a tie bid. Staff is recommending award to Rinehart Oil because they have done a good job for the City in the past, or the City Council may also draw names from a hat to make its selection. Discussion followed relative to all of the bidders having locations within the City limits, and staying with the contractor Who has worked well for the City in the past. M/S Malone/Wattenburger to award bid for annual diesel fuel products at various locations of City facilities to Rinehart Oil, Inc. in the amount of unit mark-up price of $.10 per gallon over weekly OPIS Base for San Francisco Bay area, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. 10g. Acceptance of Resiqnation of City Clerk Effective May 24, 1996 Mr. Malone made a motion to accept the resignation letter, minus the medical leave statement. Mr. Rapport explained he does not agree that the City Clerk has a right to take sick leave so Council can accept the letter to the extent that it states she is resigning and the effective date, but not willing to accept that she is on sick leave between now and when she actually resigns. Mayor Schneiter noted elected officials do not get sick leave, and questioned whether there is any exposure by accepting the letter as written. Mr. Rapport indicated there is not. Mr. Malone withdrew his motion, as he did not want to give credence to the medical leave statement. M/S Schneiter/Mastin to accept the resignation of the City Clerk, effective May 24, 1996, carded by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: Councilmember Malone. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. 11. CITY COUNCIL/REPORTS Mr. Mastin indicated it was nice to see almost 200 people enjoying Ukiah while attending the CalACT Conference. He also advised he may be late to the June 5 meeting, as he has a tentative meeting of EDFC in Point Arena that day. Mr. Malone stated there will be a Scoutarama on the front lawn of the Civic Center this Saturday and next Friday, May 24, Main Street is having their annual wine tasting event. He advised he had been appointed to the Board of the North Coast Rail Authority, and this appointment creates a conflict with his SunHouse Guild appointment, as they are on the same day. He advised on June 14, 15, and 16 there will be an excursion ribbon cutting on the rail line. It will stop in Ukiah on Sunday, June 16, Regular Meeting - May 15, 1996 Page 7 42O and Council will be receiving invitations to go for a ride. Mr. Wattenburger advised he attended the LAFCO meeting. They approved a resolution to Increase the size of LAFCO by two members, one to represent the coastal zone and one from the inland zone. Also, next year's contract with Executive Director is going out to bid, which is being drafted by the LAFCO sub-committee members. The last issue was a discussion on the Eel River. He advised he also will be late to both June meetings due to scheduling conflicts. Mr. Shoemaker expressed his hope that the two Councilmembers who will be at the City after November are paying attention to the valuable information coming out of the League of California Cities. He noted he and his children took a ride on the trolley during the CalACT Conference. Further, the Hazmobile of MSWMA is a great success in this valley, Lake county, and on the coast. It will be advertised in the paper, or you can call the recycling hotline for dates and locations. He reported MCOG met, as well as MSWMA. MSWMA tried to take the last step to buy the property, but did not, so they will meet on May 23 with the finance package and hopefully it will be finalized at that meeting. They went to court today because the North Forks Improvement Group filed a temporary restraining order. It was looked at by Judge King who said the new Judge will look at it next week. The group asked us to stop all process until a lawsuit is filed and the Board declined to do that. They also looked at the budget for the next year, which it looks good. Mayor Schneiter noted the ad-hoc committee for the Inland Water and Power Commission met and the current four members representing the Russian River Flood Control District, Potter Valley, Mendocino County Water Agency, and the City of Ukiah, were in attendance. The County suggested they have a floating fifth member until Redwood Valley joined at a later time. The four members there asked if the JPA's attorneys could get together with David Rapport to see if there was a way that this JPA could have an at-large fifth member appointed by the members, as opposed to a fifth member appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The next meeting is May 23, and City Attorney Rapport will meet on the May 22, to see if it is legal to have a fifth member. If that works the sub- committee will provide the next draft for Council's review. 12. CITY MANAGER/DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS Ms. Horsley advised Don Denham's retirement party is taking place Friday night. They are also having the opening reception at the Oakland Museum for "Remember your Relations." The SunHouse Director will be there representing the City. She also advised the City received a letter from Mike Scannell regarding the Fifth Annual Economic Development Institute, and she distributed "rsvp" information to Council. 13. CLOSED SESSION (None) 14. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:31 p.m. Karen Yoast, ~Clerk 4:CC:Mn51596 Regular Meeting - May 15, 1996 Page 8