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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 06-01-9483 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH - June 1, 1994 The City Council convened in a regular meeting, of which the agenda was legally noticed and posted, at 6:31 p.m., in the Council Chamber of the Civic Center, 300 Seminary Avenue. Roll was taken and the following Councilmembers were present: Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. Staff present: City Clerk McKay, City Manager Rough, City Attorney Rapport, Redevelopment/Economic Coordinator DeKnoblough, Assistant City Manager Horsley, Public Utility Director Barnes, Assistant to the City Manager Harris, Planning Director Sawyer, Public Safety Director Keplinger, and City Engineer/Public Works Director Kennedy. 2. Invocation/Pledqe of Alleqiance Mayor Schneiter delivered the Invocation Councilmember Shoemaker led the Pledge of Allegiance. and 3. Approval/Correction of Minutes M/S Malone/Wattenburger to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of May 18, 1994, as submitted. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. Absent: None. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION Mayor Schneiter reviewed Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedures regarding the appeal process. CONSENT CALENDAR M/S Malone/Wattenburger to approve the Consent Calendar as follows; 5a. Awarded the purchase of three (3) each type WE reclosers and controls for the Electric department, for a total amount of $39,729.69, including tax and freight. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. Absent: None. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS No one came forward. NEW BUSINESS Sa. Adoption of Resolution Desiqnatinq a Compliance Officer, Establishinq a Policy Aqainst Discrimination of Individuals with a Disability, and Establishinq Public and Employee Complaint Procedures as Required by the Americans with Disabilities Act The Assistant City Manager reported on the Americans with Disabilities Act and the compliance procedures which are required of the City. She explained this item of business is the preliminary step in which a complaint procedure must be established to provide a mechanism to resolve conflicts or issues at the local level rather than require the complainant to resort to the federal complaint process. She reported on the proposed policies and complaint procedures. Discussion ensued regarding hiring procedures and the review process each applicant on a case by case basis after meeting education and experience criteria. M/S Wattenburger/Malone to adopt Resolution No. 94-53, with the revision of wording to page 4, paragraph 7, last sentence, remove the wording "Civil Service Appeal Board" 84 add the wording "the decision of the compliance officer will be final for the City of Ukiah." The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. Absent: None. Bb. Consideration of Lease Renewal for Rusty Bowl BMX The Assistant City Manager reported on the lease renewal for the property located at the end of East Gobbi Street next to the river which is currently used as a bicycle race track by Rust Bowl BMX, Inc. She explained the improvements made to the facility by the lessors and noted dust control is provided. Councilmember Shoemaker indicated he has observed this facility and its use, and feels it is a welcome family activity that brings out of area visitors to Ukiah. Councilmember Malone noted the perimeter fence that is in place allows unauthorized use, and feels it should be more secure. He also expressed concern that these leases do not preclude any future use by the City. M/S Malone/Wattenburger change page 3, paragraph 4.4 delete the word "cyclone" and require they post a sign that states there is no unauthorized use. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. Absent: None. $c. Consideration of Resolution Declarinq Intent to Develop and Implement Measures to Lessen Traffic Impacts in the Residential Areas In and Around Clara Avenue The Planning Director reported at the May 4, 1994 regular meeting, the Council directed staff to meet with concerned citizens to develop measures aimed at lessening through traffic problems on Ford and Clara Streets. He explained there has been collaborative efforts and discussion. He noted the proposed Resolution demonstrates the City's commitment to the neighborhood that the Public Safety, Planning and Public Works departments will work on traffic resulted problems associated with through traffic flows. Councilmember Mastin expressed concern that this Resolution does not contain any time frames or funding, and hopes this can be addressed. Councilmember Shoemaker expressed his appreciation to the neighborhood group for their efforts. Eric Larson, 123 Clara Avenue, stated he is pleased with the staff's and Council responsiveness. He indicated he is hopeful that Ukiah can maintain it's small town environment along with economic development. M/S Malone/Mastin to adopt Resolution No. 94-54, declaring intent to develop and implement measures to lessen traffic impacts in the residential areas on Ford Street and Clara Avenue. Councilmember Shoemaker stated he would like staff to look at the three lane Orchard Avenue proposal by Mr. Morrow, to allow for bike lanes. The Planning Director noted it may be possible if it did not affect any mitigations, and the mitigated negative declaration. Reg. Mtg. June 1, 1994 Page 2 85 PUBLIC HEARING 7a. Consideration of Resolution Adoptinq Proposed Partial Rate Schedule for Rental of the Ukiah Valley Conference Center The City Manager, Bruce Jenny, Ukiah Valley Conference Center Manager and Kate Worster, Marketing Consultant reported on the partial rate schedule proposal for the new Ukiah Valley Conference Center. It was noted these rates are based on the marketing plan already received by Council, which included a comprehensive survey of public and private conference/meeting facilities from Santa Rosa to Eureka. The targeted areas are the San Francisco Bay Area, Mendocino and Lake Counties, Santa Rosa Area and Eureka/Arcata areas, which encompasses a 200 mile radius. Discussion ensued regarding future area hotel accommodations. PUBLIC HEARING OPENED - 7:20 p.m. No one came forward. PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED - 7:21 p.m. The City Manager explained the room names will be designated after varietal wine grapes in our area and the tentative dedication date of the facility is July 8, 1994. M/S Wattenburger/Malone to adopt Resolution No. 94-55, establishing rental rates for rental of the Ukiah Valley Conference Center. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. Absent: None. Sd. Set Date and Time for Planninq Com_mission Applicanl. Interviews Prior to June 15, 1994 Reqular Meetinq It was the consensus of Council to set the date of June 15, 1994, at 5:00 p.m. for interviews of new Planning Commission applicants, and for the City Clerk to poll the April Planning Commission applicants for their continued interest, and forward their previous applications to Council for re-consideration. It also was the consensus of Council to not re-interview the previous April Planning Commission applicants. Se. Authorize City Manaqer to Execute Golf Pro Renewal Aqreement with Jeff McMillan The Assistant City Manager reported on the recent excellent evaluation Ukiah Golf Professional Jeff McMillan. She outlined improvements to the Golf operations and services which were initiated by the Golf Pro. Discussion ensued regarding staffing levels, approximately 55,000 rounds of golf each year, and the changes in the contract which were underlined for clarification. M/S Wattenburger/Mastin to approve the agreement, effective May 28, 1994 to May 31, 1999, with Jeff McMillan, Ukiah Golf Professional. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. Absent: None. Bf. Adoption of Resolution Establishinq the Relocation Appeals Board of the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency The Redevelopment/Economic Development Coordinator reported as per California Community Redevelopment Law, a five member relocation appeals board for Redevelopment activities be Reg. Mtg. June 1, 1994 Page 3 appointed by Council. He outlined the proposed membership consisting of two Councilmembers and three members of the Redevelopment Appeals Board. The City Attorney reported this Board will establish its own rules and procedures. Mayor Schneiter nominated Councilmembers Mastin and Shoemaker for appointment to this Board. It was the consensus of Council to approve these appointments. M/S Shoemaker/Wattenburger to adopt Resolution No. 94-56, establishing the Relocation Appeals Board of the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency, with the following changes to line 18; delete "and one (1) member shall be the City Manager/Executive Director or designate." , and appoint Councilmembers Shoemaker and Mastin; and Low and Moderate Income Housing Advisory Committee Members Gertrude Warner, Kathy Brigham and Gary Mirata, for two year terms or until their Committee or Council terms terminate. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. Absent: None. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Mastin Reported on the upcoming Russian River Run to be held June 5th. Councilmember Wattenburqer Reported he traveled with the Ukiah Marching Band to Victoria, British Columbia to march in a large band review. He noted it was the last parade for retiring Band Director Roland Nielson. Councilmember Shoemaker Reported on the MGOG Economic Development Steering Committee he attended. Mayor Schneiter Reported the upcoming Lions Air Show is June 11 and 12, 1994; he attended the NCPA Western Workshop and regional meeting on May 25th; noted he will be testifying for the NCPA on June 13 and 14; and he will attend a NCPA meeting in Portola on June 24, 1994. CITY MANAGER/DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS The City Manager reported the Summer Concert Series starts June 12th and requested a date and time when the Council could meet for a workshop regarding the new Ukiah Summer Youth Service Program. It was the consensus of Council to meet at 3:00 p.m., on June 15th for this workshop. Closed Session G.C. Section 54956.9 - Conference with Leqal Counsel Reqardinq Existinq Litiqation Leonard WinteF Sr., et al, vs. City of Ukiah, et al, and related cross-action; Mendocino County Superior Court Case Nos. 65575 and 65248 consolidated M/S Wattenburger/Mastin to go into Closed Session to discuss pending/existing litigation as allowed by the Brown Act. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Mastin, Malone, Wattenburger, Shoemaker and Mayor Schneiter. NOES: None. Absent: None. Reg. Mtg. June 1, 1994 Page 4 Recess - 8:04 p.m. Reconvened - 8:10 p.m. Council entered Closed Session at 8:11 p.m. Council came out of Closed Session at 8:45 p.m. The City Attorney noted there was no action taken in Closed Session. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned to June 15, 1994 at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center for a Council workshop regarding Youth Service Program. 87 CCMIN.166 Cathy McKay CMC/AAE, City Clerk Reg. Mtg. 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