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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 06-19-91132 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH - June 19, 1991 The City Council convened in a regular meeting 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: McMichael, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. Absent: None. Staff present: City Clerk McKay, City Manager Rough, City Attorney Rapport, Finance Director Vara, Assistant City Manager Horsley, Acting Community Services Director Heise, Executive Assistant Stamelos, Public Safety Director Keplinger, Public Works Director Goforth and Community Development Director Harris. INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The City Clerk delivered the Invocation and Councilmember Shoemaker led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Special Order of Business - Presentation of Trophy Case by Ukiah Host Lions Club Chuck Thornhill, from the Ukiah Host Lions Club made a presentation of a new trophy case built by members Brian Bell of Kegelini Cabinets and Jim Morris of Builders Glass. He noted the Ukiah Lions Pop Warner championship football team need to display their many trophies and expressed appreciation to the City for the opportunity to do so. Mayor Henderson accepted the keys to the case. The Council expressed appreciation for the beautiful donation to the Civic Center foyer. 5. Proclamation - Parks and Recreation Month of July Mayor Henderson read and presented the proclamation to Acting Community Services Director Heise. APPROVAL/CORRECTION OF MINUTES 6a. Regular Meeting of June 5, 1991 Mayor Henderson made the following corrections to the minutes of the regular Council meeting of June 5, 1991; Page 1, Item 4, 4th line, change AYE vote of Mayor Henderson's to an ABSTAIN vote; Page 2, Item 8, 4th line, change "years" to "year's"; Page 4, Item 10b, 2nd paragraph, last line, remove one of the two periods; Page 4, Item 10d, 1st paragraph, 4th line, change "Districts" to "District's". M/S Schneiter/Shoemaker to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of June 5, 1991, as amended. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: Councilmember McMichael. 6b. Regular Adjourned Meeting of June 6, 1991 Discussion ensued regarding whether the meeting was convened or gathered, as the Council was in full attendance, but met informally with the public and staff at the Oak Manor Elementary School Mobile City Hall. The City Attorney advised the word, convened, was not incorrect. M/S McMichael/Wattenburger to approve the minutes of the regular adjourned meeting of June 6, 1991, as submitted. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers McMichael, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, and Mayor Henderson. NOES: Councilmember Schneiter. 7. Right to Appeal 133 Mayor Henderson reviewed the Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedures regarding the appeal process. 8. Consent Calendar M/S Schneiter/McMichael to approve the Consent Calendar as follows: 8a. Approved the Payroll Warrants, dated May 12, 1991 to May 25, 1991, #39030 to 39191, in the amount of $135,201.52, and dated May 26, 1991 to June 8, 1991, #39192 to 39356, in the amount of $119,573.06, and the general warrants, #51271 to 51419, in the amount of $1,105,779.76. Sb. Denied the claim for indemnification of Jennifer Lyn Allen, and referred it to the City's insurance carrier, R.E.M.I.F. 8c. Awarded the bid to Ukiah Daily Journal for Legal Publishing services for the Fiscal Year 1991-92, in the amount of $3.60 per column inch for the first publication and $2.30 per column inch each additional publication. Sd. Accepted the work of T.D.M. Construction as complete, for Sidewalk Reconstruction on various City streets, Specification No. 91-02, and directed the City Clerk to record the Notice of Completion. Se. Adopted Resolution No. 91-56, Supporting the "Heirs of Columbus" Chautauqua in the City of Ukiah During the Summer of 1992. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers McMichael, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: None. 9. Audience Comments on Non-Aqenda Items None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS lla. Adoption of Resolution Appointinq Planninq Commissioners to a Three Year Term Mayor Henderson reported that Council interviewed each of the seven Planning Commission applicants at a regular adjourned Council meeting of June 12, 1991, to fill the unexpired term of Larry Sheehy and to appoint three Planning Commissioners to three year terms. Councilmember Shoemaker questioned the expiration date of Larry Sheehy's term. The City Clerk noted the typographical error on line #9 in the draft Resolution should be 1992 not 1991. Mayor Henderson nominated William Randolph to fill the Planning Commissions unexpired term of Larry Sheehy that expires on June 30, 1992. Councilmember Shoemaker seconded the nomination. The nomination was approved with a unanimous voice vote of all AYE. Mayor Henderson nominated Leif Farr to fill a Planning Commission three year term. Councilmember Schneiter seconded the nomination. The nomination was approved with a majority voice vote of AYE with Councilmember McMichael voting NOE. Mayor Henderson nominated Richard Long to fill a Planning Commission term of three years. The nomination was seconded by Councilmember Wattenburger. The nomination was approved with a unanimous voice vote of all Aye. Mayor Henderson nominated Stephanie Hoppe to fill a Planning Commission term of three years. The nomination was seconded by Councilmember Schneiter. The nomination was approved by a Reg. Mtg. June 19, 1991 Page 2 134 majority voice vote of AYE with Councilmember Wattenburger voting NOE. It was the general consensus of Council to place the remaining interviewed Planning Commission applicants on a six month eligibility list. M/S Schneiter/Shoemaker adopted Resolution No. 91-59, Appointing Four Planning Commission Members (Randolph, Farr, Long, Hoppe) to the City of Ukiah Planning Commission. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: Councilmember McMichael. llb. Adoption of Resolution Appointing Airport Commissioners to a Three Year Term Mayor Henderson nominated Ronald Sturchio to a term of three years on the Airport Commission. The nomination was seconded by Councilmember Schneiter. The nomination was approved by a unanimous voice vote of all AYE. Mayor Henderson nominated Robert Webb to a term of three years on the Airport Commission. The nomination was seconded by Councilmember Schneiter. The nomination was approved by a unanimous voice vote of all AYE. M/S Schneiter/Shoemaker adopted Resolution No. 91-60, Appointing Two Airport Commission Members (Sturchio and Webb) to the City of Ukiah Airport Commission. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers McMichael, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: None. llc. Approval of Settlement Aqreement with Mendocino County Regarding SB 2557 Fees The City Manager reported on the negotiations with the County of Mendocino in which the City of Ukiah's position was that the County's rate for jail bookings, set by Ordinance of $87.88, lacked factual substantiation and that the City was to be charged for activities in the County jail operation that have nothing to do with the jail booking process. He noted there is a strong possibility that the State will repeal SB 2557 for next year and that this proposed agreement with the County is a one year agreement. He noted the reduced booking fees of $46 for the period of July 1, 1991 to February 28, 1991 and $36 for the period of March 1, 1991 to June 30, 1991. Councilmember McMichael expressed his appreciation to staff for this more equitable rate, and stated that this State legislation takes funds out of the pockets of the Cities in order to fix the State's fiscal problems and it is the citizens who will be directly affected by reduced City services. The City Manager informed the Council that the County of Mendocino has conceptually approved this agreement and the fees will be paid out of City unappropriated reserves. M/S Schneiter/Wattenburger to approve the proposed settlement agreement with Mendocino County for SB 2557 jail booking fees. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers McMichael, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter, and Mayor Henderson. NOES: None. PUBLIC HEARING 10a. Appeal of Planninq Commission's Denial of Variance Application No. 91-23, and Site Development Permit Applicatior No. 91-20, as filed by Vince Corcoran, 680 Orchard Avenue zoneC C-N, Neighborhood Commercial District. The Mayor polled the Council if all had viewed the site and each of the Councilmembers and Mayor indicated they had individually viewed the site. Reg. Mtg. June 19, 1991 Page 3 ! 36 The Community Development Director reported Variance Application No. 91-23 and Site Development Permit Application No. 91-20 were denied by the Planning Commission at the May 22, 1991 Planning Commission meeting. He reported a revised project was approved by the Planning Commission meeting of June 12, 1991, but the applicant still wishes to pursue the original project, therefore this appeal. He informed the Council the project is to convert the existing building from a photography studio to a chiropractic medical office, construct a 210 square foot addition on the east end and add a handicap ramp with the original plan including a walkway and building entrance along the north side of the building, reduction of driveway width and allowance of three compact car parking spaces in the rear parking lot. Discussion ensued regarding driveway location, the handicap ramp location, width of driveway and parking spaces. The Community Development Director presented slides showing the existing structure and lot. Discussion ensued regarding the proposed ramp location within the driveway and the roof line. PUBLIC HEARING OPENED - 7:15 p.m. Vince Corcoran, 807 South Dora Avenue, explained the differences between his original project that he prefers but was denied by the Planning Commission and the project that was approved by the Planning Commission and provided Council with written exhibits in addition to showing these exhibits on an overhead projector. No others came forward. PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED - 7:23 p.m. Discussion ensued regarding driveway width and pedestrian walkway width within the driveway. Councilmember Wattenburger questioned whether a fire truck would be able to drive to the rear of the property and be able to fight a fire in the back lot due to restricted space. The City Attorney advised Council that findings will be necessary in order to grant or deny this variance. Councilmember Shoemaker stated that he feels the Planning Commission took appropriate action in denying the first application and approving the revised project. Councilmember McMichael stated that Plan A is aesthetically better and would approve it if there was a means of providing pedestrian safety in the driveway walkway. Councilmember Schneiter commented that he feels a rear entry would be better, and that two compact cars could pass in the proposed driveway and 8 foot wide parking spaces are adequate but feels there is a public safety issue that is not resolved. M/S Schneiter/Shoemaker to deny the appeal of Vince Corcoran and uphold the Planning Commission action. The City Attorney advised findings are needed. Councilmember Schneiter requested amending the motion to include the finding that it is the Council's opinion that this project would be detrimental to the health, safety and welfare of the persons residing and working there, and the patients entering and exiting the property because the narrowing of the driveway would cause problems to vision while entering and exiting the property, and to emergency vehicles responding to the property. Councilmember Shoemaker, maker of the second, agreed to the amended wording. Reg. Mtg. June 19, 1991 Page 4 Mayor Henderson questioned whether or not the fire truck would be able to enter and exit the driveway. Councilmember Wattenburger stated he was informed by the Public Safety Director that the width of the newest firetruck, mirror to mirror, is 9 ft. 8 inches and with a proposed driveway width of 12 feet would only leave one foot on either side of the fire truck for entering or exiting within the driveway. Mayor Henderson called for the question. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmember Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: Councilmember McMichael. Mayor Henderson and Councilmember Schneiter complimented the efforts of Dr. Corcoran to make improvements to the property. NEW BUSINESS 12a. Recommended Appointments to the Growth Manaqement Steerin~ Committee - The City Manager reported these changes in the membership of the Growth Management Steering Committee reflect seven additional representatives from the Native American and Latino organizations located within the planning area or associated with the valley. He noted other changes due to job position changes for the Ukiah Unified School District and the Mendocino County Office of Education. M/S Schneiter/Wattenburger to adopt Resolution No. 91-59, amending Resolution No. 91-28, making appointments to the Growth Management Steering Committee. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers McMichael, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: None. 12b. Adoption of Resolution Reqarding Observatory Property The Community Development Director reported the 2.5 acre Observatory site property, that extends between Luce and Observatory Avenues, has been determined "suitable for homeless use" by HUD and recently verified by a May 10, 1991 notice from the General Services Administration. He reported that the County's Community Development Commission has control over the property and is currently using the existing dwelling to meet low and moderate income housing needs. He stated that it has been the position of the City for many years that this property should be a park, and has indicated this position to the CDC, which has indicated they would only propose two or three units to be developed in the corners of the property, thereby leaving the historic measuring monuments intact. He noted the notice received by the General Services Administration allows local governmental units to apply for the lease, which can be implemented by adopting a resolution and making subsequent application to the Federal Government. Discussion ensued regarding if it is mandatory to use the property for homeless and low/moderate housing and details of the CDC lease of the property. Councilmember McMichael stated that a park for this location is much more appropriate use than low/moderate housing, and hopes that the CDC will cooperate with the City. M/S McMichael/Schneiter to adopt Resolution No. 91-60, pertaining to the Observatory property. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers McMichael, Wattenburger, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: Councilmember Shoemaker. 12c. Resolution of Endorsement Supporting Coastal Conservancy Grant to Mendocino County 137 Reg. Mtg. June 19, 1991 Page 5 The City Manager reported that the California State Coastal Conservancy is proposing a study of three sections of the Russian River, including Redwood Valley to Hopland. He noted that the Resource Enhancement and Public Access Plan is to be carried out by the Mendocino County Water Agency for the Russian River's reach within Mendocino County which will be funded through a grant of $100,000 from the Coastal Conservancy for Mendocino County. He indicated all affected agencies have endorsed this project, and it is appropriate at this time for the City of Ukiah to also endorse this project and incorporate it into the current Growth Management/General Plan project with input from adjacent property owners. He reported that City Staff is meeting tomorrow with CSCC staff members to view and discuss river access sites. The City Attorney advised Council regarding the funding of this State agency and the process involved in the implementation of this plan. M/S McMichael/Schneiter to adopt Resolution No. 91-61, with the addition of the wording "and adjacent property owners adjacent to the River" added to paragraph 5, 5th line, after the word "Ukiah," and before the word "be". The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers McMichael. Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: None. 12d. Set Date for Annual Employee and Retiree Appreciation Barbeque Picnic Hosted by Council It was the general consensus of Council to set the date of August 4, 1991, at Todd Grove Park, for the Annual Employee and Retiree appreciation barbeque dinner. 12e. Matter of Golf Course Building Remodeling The City Manager reported staff is currently evaluating all City facilities for maintenance and appropriate use, and noted the municipal golf course is in desperate need of refurbishment and remodeling. The Acting Community Services Director reported on the history of the municipal golf course clubhouse and gave a slide presentation of needed repairs and proposed remodeling project as recommended by the Golf Committee and the Parks and Recreation Commission. Mayor Henderson recommended the undergrounding of utilities be included in this proposed project. Doug Patterson, the municipal golf clubhouse architect, reviewed the process in which the proposed plans were developed by Committee recommendations. Councilmember McMichael recommended not using acoustical tile for the ceiling, possible addition of skylights for additional natural lighting, a fire resistant roof, fire sprinklers, better windows, new siding, addressing of earthquake and safety issues and commented he approves of the idea of a private courtyard. The City Manager reported that conceptual approval is needed at this time to enable staff to work with the volunteer committee to develop specific designs and plans for Council approval at a later date. He noted that the estimated costs for the design work, and first year financing of the project, has been incorporated into next year's proposed budget with a proposed 5 to 8 year financing plan. M/S McMichael/Schneiter conceptually approved the project to go forward and directed staff to work with the committee to develop final design and plans. Councilmember Shoemaker questioned the total proposed square footage and the current price per square foot for construction. Doug Peterson answered that $80 to $90 per square for a good commercial or institutional facility. Reg. Mtg. June 19, 1991 Page 6 Councilmember Shoemaker expressed concern for the difference in price between a $150,000 remodel and $500,000 for a total reconstruction. The City Manager commented that there will be contributions and fundraising efforts from the community and the final design and recommendations will only be developed after Council approval. Discussion ensued regarding future costs and usages. Mayor Henderson called for the question for the motion on the floor. The motion was carried by a unanimous voice vote of all AYE. 12f. Authorize the City Attorney to File Lawsuit Reqardin¢- property Tax Administration Fees - M/S Shoemaker/Schneiter to confirm the City Attorney's authority to file a lawsuit against the County of Mendocino regarding property tax administration fees. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers McMichael, Wattenburger, Shoemaker, Schneiter and Mayor Henderson. NOES: None. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember McMichae] Reported on the Sun House Guild luncheon he attended. Councilmember Wattenburger Reported the next Mendocino Transit Authority meeting will be next Thursday, which he will have to miss due to budget hearings. Councilmember Shoemaker Reported on the Mendocino Solid Waste Joint Power Agency meeting he attended. CITY MANAGER/DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS The City Manager reported on the upcoming budget hearing process and timeframes. CLOSED SESSION The City Attorney reported there is no need to meet in closed session. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:03 p.m., to June 25, 1991, 9:00 a./m., for Fiscal Year 1991-92 Budget Hearings in the Council ~hambers, Seminary Avenue, Ukiah. /j Civic Center, 300 CCMIN. 68 Cathy '1 .ty Clerk Reg. Mtg. June 19, 1991 Page 7