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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 08-21-85211 feet southerly and that the trash enclosure be relocated to the west side of the Parking area. Public Hearing opened 7:10 p.m. Bill Drake, 115 Marlene Street, stated that he questioned the process of changes made with the project and it not returning back to the Planning Commission for final approval. Bill Townsend, Lorraine Street, stated that a two story building isn't compat- ible with the neighborhood. He asked Council to follow a previous decision of theirs which was not to approve any projects in the area until a through street to Gobbi is completed. Dwayne Hawk, Cloverdale, representing William Youngblood, the owner of the project, talked in favor of the project. He expressed concern with the set back issue of 10 feet; he feels that seven feet could be met. Public Hearing Closed 7:34 p.m. Discussion was to whether the project does comply with PD Zoning in regards to the traffic issue. It was decided that it does. M/S Henderson/Kier to approve the Use Permit Application No. 85-75 subject to the following conditions: I. Standard conditions 1-9. 2. On-site drainage to be taken to Marlene Street under sidewalk through the face of curb. 3. Electrical service to the parcel shall be underground at the developers expense. 4. One street light be provided and installed by the developer to the approval of the Director of Electric Utility. 5. Dedication of a five foot wide utility easement along street property line and construction of sidewalk on Marlene frontage as required by the Director of Public Works. 6. Trash collection facilities be aesthetically screened from view. 7. Landscaping be irrigated by an automated irrigation system. 8. No recreational vehicle parking be allowed on the site. 9. The two story duplex structure be located seven feet from the northerly property line. I0. Encroachment permit from the Public Works Department be secured for any work done within the public right-of-way. 11. Ail conditions of approval be completed prior to use and occupancy, and to include these findings: a. That the project will not be detrimental to the health, safety and welfare of the neighborhood. b. The proposal is within the allowed General Plan densities (one unit per 3,000 square feet). c. Consistent zoning (R-2) would allow a two-story dwelling on this parcel. d. No variances or modifications from City Codes are necessary for this development. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: Henderson, Kier, Kelley and Vice-Mayor Hickey. NOES: None. ABSENT: Mayor Myers. 12. COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE Bill Drake stated he would like to see the Planning Commission dissolved. Dwayne Hawk expressed a liking in the way projects can run smoothly in Ukiah. Reg. Mtg. August 21, 1985 Page 3 212 13. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Henderson Reported that the California Highway Commission will be in our area on Septem- ber 25, 1985. She would like the City Council to adopt a resolution at the next City Council meeting prioritizing highway projects south of Ukiah from Cloverdale to Hopland, which would be presented to the the Commission. The Council's picnic for City of Ukiah Employees is Friday, August 23, 1985. Received a letter from the Mayor of Roseville asking that we support SB 719 which pertains to Rail Safety. She would like this issue agendized for the next City Council meeting. Councilmember Kier None. Councilmember Kelley Reported that he would not be able to attend Dave Johnson's retirement dinner. He has discussed with the Highway Patrol a concern they have with fire trucks responding in 9-1-1 ambulance calls. He questioned how liable the City could be with the issue. The City Manager stated he would look into the matter further. Councilmember Hickey Reported that the Grace Geothermal project won't be closing by the end of the month. The processes has been slowed down because of some unforeseen snags. Attended a TANC meeting today, August 21, 1985. Tomorrow he will be attending a NCPA meeting in Alameda. City Manager He would like to send a letter to our WAPA representative, Dave Coleman, to come and visit our area and have dinner with the Council possibly to be arranged for September 4, 1985. Recessed 8:15 p.m. Reconvened 8:20 p.m. CLOSED SESSION The meeting reconvened into a Closed Session at 8:20 p.m. to discuss the following items: 1. Pending Litigation: a. Underground Construction Company vs Tudor Engineering and the City of Ukiah. 2. Personnel: Meet and Confer, Section 54957.6 of the Brown Act. RECONVENED The City Council reconvened in a public session at 8:48 p.m., no action was taken. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Yvette S. Hayes City Clerk Reg. Mtg. August 21, 1985 Page 4 209 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH - August 21, 1985 The City Council convened in regular session at 6:30 p.m. in the Ukiah Unified School District Board Room. Roll was taken and the following Councilmembers were present: Henderson, Kier, Kelley and Vice Mayor Hickey. Staff present: Payne, Rapport, Harris, Pedroncelli and City Clerk Hayes. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE City Manager Payne delivered the Invocation and Councilmember Kelley led in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL/CORRECTION OF MINUTES M/S: Henderson/Kelley to approve the minutes of August 7, 1985, regular meeting as submitted. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Henderson, Kier, and Kelley. NOES: None. ABSENT: Mayor Myers. AB- STAIN: Vice-Mayor Hickey. M/S: Kier/Kelley to approve the minutes of August 14, 1985, special meeting as submitted. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Henderson, Kier, Kelley and Vice-Mayor Hickey. NOES: None. ABSENT: Mayor Myers. The City Manager stated he would like to add to the agenda under New Business Item lla. Proposed Project at the North End of Main Street. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS - 6:35 P.M. Architect, Victor Lopes stated that he has prepared the bid package for the demolition plans. The bid could go out by the first part of the following week. He presented design plans for the Council Chambers which focuses on more ramping minus underground storage. He stated he would like to set-up a meeting with Council to review these changes. A date was set for August 23, 1985 at 1:00 P.M. in the Old City Council Chambers, 111 West Church Street. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION Vice-Mayor Hickey reviewed Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure regarding the appeal procedure. CONSENT CALENDAR M/S: Kelley/Kier to approve Consent Calendar items 7a, 7b, 7c and 7d as follows: 7a. Approved City of Ukiah Payroll Warrants for August 21, 1985 #7238 to 7391, $86,127.92. 7b. Approved City of Ukiah General Warrants for August 21, 1985 #29380 to 29508, $1,471,093.75. 7c. Denied claim for Damages, Gerald C. Johnson, and Referred to Insurance Carrier. 7d. Approved the Report of Administrative Actions and Proposals (R.A.A.P.) PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 9a. Letter from California State Assemblyman Tom McClintock, Re8ardin~ Assembly Constitutional Amendment 32 The City Manager presented a letter from Assemblyman Tom McClintock regarding public employee strikes. Assembly Constitutional Amendment 32 declares public employee strikes to be illegal. It sets forth specific rules in the discharge or reinstatement of workers. He asked Council to give staff the authorization Addendum to Consent Calendar The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: Henderson, Kier, Kelley, and Vice Mayor Hickey. NOES: None. ABSENT: Mayor Myers. Reg. Mtg. August 21, 1985 Page 1 210 to write a letter to our State Senator and Assemblyman in support of the Amendment 32. Council questioned the avenues or recourses employees do have. The City Attorney stated that it might be possible that Council and staff hasn't read the entire Amendment and that the letter should state that they support the concept of the Amendment. M/S: Kelley/Kier authorized the City Manager to write a letter to our State Senator and Assemblyman supporting the concept of the Constitutional Amendment 32. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote: Henderson, Kier Kelley and Vice-Mayor Hickey. NOES: None. ABSENT: Mayor Myers. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10a. Adoption of Resolution Appointing Planning Commissioner The City Manager reported that at the previous City Council meeting there was a tie vote so the issue is back before the Council. Councilmember Kelley nominated Patrick Coyne. There were no other nomina- tions. M/S Kelley/Kier adopt Resolution No. 86-6 appointing Patrick Coyne to the Planning Commission. The motion was carried by an unanimous voice count. NOES: None. ABSENT: Mayor Myers. NEW BUSINESS lla. Proposed Project at North End of Main Street The City Manager reported that he has received a memorandum from the Planning Director regarding a proposed project at the North End of Main Street. One owner of a vacant piece of property at the northerly end of Main Street is proposing a 20 unit apartment project. The parcel location is critical for the northward extension of Main Street. Councilmember Kelley asked whether the stoplight off of Norton was ever going to be moved down to Clara Avenue. The City Manager reported that has always been the intent. Discussion ensued regarding previous traffic studies. The Planning Director reported that studies have shown the extension of Main Street to be a desirable project. It was decided by all Council present that staff should pursue possible project modifications with the owner of the property and/or other necessary negotiations should be sought concerning the project. This issue should be brought back to Council at their next regular meeting. PUBLIC HEARING 8a. Use Permit Application No. 85-75, Dwayne J. Hawk, Construct One of Four Residential Units, Zoned Planned Development District, West Side of Marlene Street The Planning Director reported that the project as proposed, consists of the construction of four units on a 12,153 square foot parcel in the "PD" Zoned District. The parcel has a General Plan designation of Medium High Density Residential which allows one unit for each 3,000 square feet of property area. Any construction within the "PD" zone requires a use permit. The revised plan allows for improved parking and circulation plan which the Planning Commission requested. Also, that the two story duplex be moved five Reg. Mtg. August 21, 1985 Page 2