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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF UKIAH - FEBRUARY 16, 1983
The City Council convened in regular session at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers. Roll call was taken and the following Councilmembers were present:
Kelley, Hickey, Myers, Feibusch. Absent: None Staff present: Payne, Orchard,
Kruth, Harris, Tillotson, Gutierrez.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Scott Paul Denna gave the invocation and Mayor Feibusch led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
WELCOME TO SCOUTS - SCOUTS IN GOVERNMENT DAY
Mayor Feibusch welcomed the scouts and expressed hope that their experience at
the Council meeting would be a positive one and leave them proud of the
Valley.
APPROVAL/CORRECTION OF MINUTES
M/S: Hickey/Myers to approve the minutes of February 2, 1983 as amended
carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Kelley, Hickey, Myers,
Feibusch NOES: None ABSENT: None
RIGHT TO APPEAL PROCESS
Mayor Feibusch reviewed Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure
regarding appeal procedure.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Kelley requested item 7d be pulled and be placed on the agenda
as item llf.
M/S: Hickey/Kelley to approve Consent Calendar items 7a, 7b, 7c and 7e as
follows:
7a. Payroll Warrants #21645-21778, $71,818.72
7b. General Warrants #21959-22078, $256,493.96
7c. Approved bid award, aluminum conductor to Anixter San Francisco in the
amount of $8,746,69 and to Consolidated Electrical Distributors in the
amount of $2,544.00
7e. Approved Report of Administrative Actions and Proposals (R.A.A.P.)
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
9a. Letter from County Administrator re Golf Course
City Manager discussed the letter from the County Administrator regarding the
City's 25 year lease of 45 acres for $1.00 a year which expires in 1991. He
stated that the County plans on disposing of the land for financial reasons
and that the County suggested that as the City has an investment in nine golf
holes on the land that the City purchase the land for $675,000. He referred
to portions of the original contract that indicate the County at that time
felt a commitment to cooperate as the golf course benefited the entire County,
not just the residents of the City. He pointed out that the County does not
pay for any subsidy of the golf course whereas it does cost the City money
above and beyond what the fees bring in. He further noted that the General
Plan designation is PF (Public Facility) and it would be difficult to be
utilized for other purposes.
Councilmember Kelley felt that this is one area where the City and County have
cooperated and felt this should be pointed out in the City's response to them.
Mayor Feibusch stated no action was required and City Manager was instructed
to reply to the County.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10a. Matter of Timing of Payment, Capital Improvement Fees
Director of Public Works stated the City resolutions and ordinances all state
the capital improvement fees are due and payable at the time the permit is
issued. He stated the most convenient time for the City to collect them is at
this time and in cases where they were not collected in advance collection
problems were encountered.
It was pointed out that in these economic times, the City should be as
cooperative as possible, the collection procedures should be looked into by
reviewing the fees and a comparative analysis made of other cities as well as
PG&E costs. Another point made was that in trying to be cooperative, that the
process is not slowed down. Ordinance No. 751 dealing with sewer and water
connection fees was referred to and it was noted that advance payments were
not stated as a requirement. A progressive payment system was suggested.
M/S: Myers/Hickey to instruct staff to make a comparative analysis with PG&E
and other cities regarding capital improvement and hook-up fees carried by the
following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Kelley, Hickey, Myers, Feibusch
NOES: None ABSENT: None
City Manager stated that staff will investigate these items, but that staff
involvement in the financial accounting may result in additional costs and
delays.
10b. Adopt Ordinance No. 802 Rezoning Property (Zone Change Application Nos.
83-40,41,42)
M/S: Myers/Kelley to read Ordinance No. 802 by title only carried by a
unanimous voice vote.
M/S: Kelley/Hickey to adopt Ordinance No. 802, Ordinance of the City Council
of the City of Ukiah Amending Chapter 2, Division 9 of the Ukiah City Code by
Rezoning Property for General Plan Consistency and Property Line Contiguity
(Zone Change Application Nos. 83-40, 83-41, 83-42) carried by the following
roll call vote: AYES: Kelley, Hickey, Myers, Feibusch NOES: None ABSENT:
None.
RECESS 6:55 p.m. RECONVENED 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8a. Appeal of Planning Commission Action, Variance Application No. 83-48,
Bur~er Kin8 Restaurant
Planning Director stated Burger King was granted a variance by the Planning
Commission to raise their current 17 foot sign to a height of 50 feet. He
reviewed sign ordinance requirements and stated the Commission's decision was
based on the fact that the business is freeway oriented and that unfair
competition exists due to the grandfather clause. Staff feels the action is
precedent setting. He noted that at the last Commission meeting preliminary
recommendations were made for a freeway zone. He felt it would be more
appropriate to change the ordinance than to grant a variance. Staff
recommends that the variance not be granted.
PUBLIC HEARING OPENED: 7:05
Joe Krueger, 1401 Ridge View Dr., owner of Burger King reviewed the events
leading to this variance request. In 1978 Burger King was told all the other
signs would have to come down and they were denied a higher sign. Instead,
the higher signs were allowed to remain due to the "grandfather" clause. He
felt he was in a position of unfair competition. He stated 35% of his
business comes from the freeway and with increased signage, business would
increase 20%. He expressed hope that the City Council would uphold the
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Planning Commission decision and thus remove the permanent non-competitive
situation that exists.
Linda Foster, 840 E. Gobbi stated that those unfamiliar with the area would
never know a Burger King exists in Ukiah due to such poor visibility of the
sign. She considered the visibility of such signs to be very important and
stated when traveling the freeways she will not get off in any town where she
cannot see a familiar sign.
Duncan James, 444 N. State St., attorney for Mr. Krueger, again reviewed the
Burger King history. He proposed that the sign be allowed to go up and stated
it would be brought down when the other signs are required to be lowered. He
hoped the Council would give serious consideration to the freeway zone.
Phil Baldwin, 959 N. Oak, stated the community has a natural beauty but he
felt the business community is atrocious and is in need of a strong sign
ordinance. He was of the opinion that it would be a reactionary step to allow
the sign to go up rather than have the other ones come down. He was not in
favor of the "grandfather" clause.
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED: 7:16 p.m.
Councilmember Hickey agreed that Mr. Krueger was at a disadvantage; however,
he felt no action should be taken until the completion of the revision of the
sign ordinance. He noted that if Senate Bill 142 passes, the City would not
be able to enforce conformance.
Councilmember Kelley noted that there must be a legal finding on which to base
a variance and a financial hardship was not a legal basis for a variance. He
asked what the Commission's finding was. City Manager referred to the
Planning Commission meeting minutes which stated it was "due to an unnecessary
hardship and a result inconsistent with the general practice of the sign
ordinance."
Councilmember Myers felt strongly about the aesthetic value of the community
and felt the sign ordinance has not taken care of the unattractive signs
throughout the City. He preferred the Cal Trans logo program, agreed with
Councilmember Hickey that it would be premature to allow the sign be raised
and stated the City should abide by the ordinance until it could be reviewed.
M/S: Hickey/Kelley to grant the appeal.
Mayor Feibusch questioned if the ordinance would be followed at the expense of
encouraging business. He was of the opinion that the sign ordinance is not
workable. He stated he would like to amend the motion to provide that the Cal
Trans logo signs be pursued. No action was taken.
Councilmember Kelley agreed that staff should pursue the Cal Trans logo
signing and did not agree with granting the variance.
Mayor Feibusch pointed out that Mr. Krueger is in business to earn a living
and he provides jobs for the community. He questioned when the sign ordinance
revisions would be finalized and also what was the action regarding freeway
zones. Planning Director pointed out that the revisions could be finalized at
the next Planning Commission meeting with Council public hearings held in
March. He stated there was discussion regarding freeway corridors but a final
vote on the ordinance was not taken.
Duncan James referred to an article in the Journal which stated that
Commissioners approved a zone which would allow a 50 foot sign and they
strictly defined the zone. He alleged that the Planning Director did not
accurately report the Commission action.
Don Vander Mey, Planning Commissioner, stated that the Council did not have
the corrected Planning Commission minutes which included a sentence added to
his motion granting the variance stating the sign ordinance is to be an aid to
business and for the information of the public. He also stated that the
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Commission decided on a freeway zone 600 feet from the center line, for the
first parcel on either side of Gobbi and Perkins.
Planning Director explained the staff report to the Council was completed
prior to the correction of the minutes. City Manager noted that even if the
minutes reflect the Commission's basis for granting the variance was to
promote business that it is not a clear legal finding.
City Attorney stated that promoting business is not a finding in accordance
with the ordinance. However, if the Council wishes to sustain the Planning
Commission, it can make a finding based upon the fact that special conditions
exist with respect to that particular piece of property which causes a
hardship unlike other similarly located pieces of property. The freeway and
visibility would be the proper finding in the event the Council sustains the
action of the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission could make such a
finding retroactively.
The motion was defeated by the following tie vote: AYES: Councilmembers
Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT: None
The motion was again read and after clarification by Councilmember Hickey that
it was meant to grant the appeal by staff against the decision of the Planning
Commission, Councilmember Kelley asked for the vote to be cancelled and the
vote retaken.
Duncan James noted that Robert's Rules of Order stated that only the
prevailing party could request a revote. City Attorney stated that the
purpose of parliamentary procedure was to conduct an orderly meeting and since
there was an obvious misunderstanding another vote could be taken for
clarification.
As there was no prevailing party, Mayor Feibusch stated the motion failed and
the Planning Commission ruling stands.
M/S: Kelley/Hickey to reconsider the matter to grant the appeal by the
Planning Director and the City Manager regarding the Planning Commission's
action.
Duncan James stated that the only party that could move to reconsider the
matter was the prevailing party. Mayor Feibusch again read the rules and
confirmed Mr. James statement. No further action was taken on the motion.
8b. Consider application for Community Development Block Grant Small Cities
Funds
Planning Director stated this is an annual Federal program to help smaller
cities. This year some of the States have taken over the administration. The
program has three basic areas eligible for funding; housing, public facilities
and economic development. The purpose of this hearing is to determine which
one to apply for. Staff believes the City's efforts are best directed toward
economic development as it will assist the community in more extensive ways
than the other areas.
Mayor Feibusch questioned the status of the National Guard construction on
Airport Road. Planning Director stated as of November of 1982, it was 18-36
months.
PUBLIC HEARING OPENED: 7:44 p.m.
Cheryl Baker, Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation (RCHDC), asked
for consideration to apply for $48,000 for land acquisition and writedown of
twelve lots under this program. She stated the RCHDC is interested in
providing housing for families with incomes between $10,000 - $18,000 per
year. She noted that typical lots in the City of Ukiah area range from
$17,000 - $30,000, and the maximum the RCHDC can pay is $14,000. At an
average writedown of $4,000/lot they could guarantee that 100% of the families
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participating in the program would be in the target group. She then explained
the conditions placed on the loans.
Larry Kier, President of the Board of Realtors, wanted the grant used both for
industrial and economic development to increase the tax base in this county.
He felt if we applied for the grant to extend utilities that we would be
encouraging economic growth.
M/S: Hickey/Myers that the Council consider applying for the CDBG funds and
hold another hearing with emphasis on development of the Industrial Park that
was initially proposed by the Planning Department carried by the following
roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Kelley, Hickey, Myers, Feibusch NOES:
None ABSENT: None
10c. Introduction of Ordinance Amending Noise Regulations
City Manager stated the Council has determined that the noise standards
stipulated in the General Plan and implemented through the City's Noise
Ordinance should be those of "Rural Suburban". Therefore the ambient noise
levels of the City Code must be changed to conform with the General Plan.
M/S: Hickey/Kelley to introduce Ordinance No. 803 by title only carried by a
unanimous voice vote.
Arlene Hughey, 602 N. State addressed the Council as a representative of
businesses in the area. She stated that the noise ordinance serves the
residential areas but not the commercial area. She referred to T.K Mining on
Clara and State and felt the noise generated there is detrimental to other
businesses, residents and apartment owners who are facing vacancies due to the
noise. Mayor Feibusch asked Mrs. Hughey what she wanted the City to do. She
suggested contacting a city outside our area, such as Santa Rosa, which has
grown rapidly to see how they have handled such a problem. She further
suggested researching Sacramento's Hall of Records for similar ordinances.
Councilmember Kelley suggested contacting the League of Cities to see if the
problem has been faced by other cities, and how they solved it. Staff was
requested to check with other communities to see how the commercial noise
level is handled and to report back for a possible amendment to the ordinance
at a later date.
M/S: Hickey/Kelley to introduce Ordinance No. 803, Ordinance of the City
Council of the City of Ukiah amending Division 7, Chapter 1, article 6 of the
City of Ukiah Code (Noise Regulations - Ambient Base Noise Levels) carried by
the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Kelley, Hickey, Myers,
Feibusch NOES: None ABSENT: None
RECESS 8:10 p.m. RECONVENED: 815 p.m.
10d. Matter of Appointment of Councilmember
Mayor Feibusch stated the City Clerk certified nine eligible applicants. In
alphabetical order they are: David Branson, Marilyn Dickens, Dennis Ivey,
James Mastin, Rick Pellegrin, Nelson Redding, Mary Snyder, David Strong and
Kathryn Thompson. Mayor Feibusch explained the manner in which nominations
would be conducted.
Nominations proceeded as follows:
Kelley/Marilyn Dickens
Hickey/Mary Snyder
Myers/Mary Snyder
Feibusch/ Nelson Redding
Nomination of Marilyn Dickens failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmember Kelley NOES: Councilmembers Myers, Hickey, Feibusch ABSENT: None
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Nomination of Mary Snyder failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Nelson Redding failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Mayor Feibusch NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Hickey, Myers ABSENT: None
Kelley/James Mastin
Hickey/Mary Snyder
Myers/Mary Snyder
Feibusch/Kathryn Thompson
Nomination of James Mastin failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmember Kelley NOES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Mary Snyder failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Kathryn Thompson failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Mayor Feibusch NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Hickey, Myers ABSENT: None
Kelley/Dennis Ivey
Hickey/ Mary Snyder
Myers/Mary Snyder
Feibusch/Nelson Redding
Nomination of Dennis Ivey failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmember Kelley NOES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Mary Snyder failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Nelson Redding failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Mayor Feibusch NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Hickey, Myers ABSENT: None
Kelley/Dennis Ivey
Hickey/Mary Snyder
Myers/Mary Snyder
Feibusch/pass
Nomination of Dennis Ivey failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Kelley NOES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Mary Snyder failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Kelley/pass
Hickey/Snyder
Myers/Snyder
Feibusch/pass
Nomination of Mary Snyder failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Mayor Feibusch expressed concern that the matter would go to public election ·
if unresolved at this meeting. He was of the opinion that as Nelson Redding
ran in the last election, and received many votes he should seriously be
considered. He also expressed his opinion that as Mary Snyder chose not to
run in the last election, she should not be considered now.
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Councilmember Myers stated there were a number of very fine candidates.
However, he felt as Mary Snyder served for six years as a councilmember she
understands the City Council and many of the areas presently before them that
she would be a good councilmember for the short unexpired term.
Councilmember Kelley favored electing one of the three Planning Commissioners
to the Council, who are also aware of matters before the Council, and giving
one of them a short term opportunity to serve.
Nominations again proceeded as follows:
Hickey/Snyder
Myers/Snyder
Kelley/Nelson Redding
Nomination of Mary Snyder failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Nelson Redding failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch NOES: councilmembers Hickey, Myers ABSENT:
none
Hickey/Dave Branson
Kelley/James Mastin
Myers/pass
Feibusch/pass
Nomination of Dave Branson failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of James Mastin failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch NOES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers ABSENT:
None
Myers/Mary Snyder
Hickey/Mary Snyder
Kelley/Nelson Redding
Feibusch/Nelson Redding
Nomination of Mary Snyder failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Nelson Redding failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch NOES: Councilmember Hickey, Myers ABSENT:
None
Kelley/Dennis Ivey
Hickey/pass
Myers/pass
Feibusch/Dennis Ivey
Nomination of Dennis Ivey failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch NOES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers ABSENT:
None
Hickey/Mary Snyder
Kelley/James Mastin
Myers/Mary Snyder
Feibusch/Nelson Redding
Nomination of Mary Snyder failed by the following roll call vote; AYES:
Councilmembers Hickey, Myers NOES: Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch ABSENT:
None
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Nomination of James Mastin failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch NOES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers ABSENT:
None
Nomination of Nelson Redding failed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Kelley, Feibusch NOES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers ABSENT:
None
Linda Foster was recognized from the audience.. She suggested putting all the
names in a hat and drawing. City Attorney aSvised it was not legal.
M/S: Hickey/Kelley that this matter be continued until February 28th, 6:30
p.m. to resolve the question carried by a unanimous voice vote.
M/S: Feibusch/Hickey to ask for additional candidates until February 23, 1983,
at 5:00 p.m. carried by a unanimous voice vote.
NEW BUSINESS
lla. Matter of Geothermal Development Grant Funds
City Manager stated the California Energy Commission will be receiving grant
applications for geothermal projects in March. As there has been previous
interest by the City to evaluate geothermal potential on the Solid Waste Site
property, Council needs to make a decision whether staff should pursue grant
funding or not.
Concerns expressed related to the possibility of the drilling causing the
springs in the area to dry up. These doubts would have to be erased.
Mayor Feibusch referred to a letter he received from attorneys shortly before
the meeting indicating this is an opportunity not to generate electricity but
to have warm water and steam which could be used in greenhouses. This would
also create jobs. He felt staff should attend the seminar and obtain advise
on how to apply for the grant and get expert advise from geologists whether
the Vichy Springs area would be harmed from the drilling.
Councilmember Kelley felt as the matter was discussed last year, there was
sufficient time to obtain expert geology reports.
H/M: Hickey/Myers that the City not pursue the matter further carried by the
following roll call vote: AYES Councilmembers Hickey, Kelley, Myers NOES:
Mayor Feibusch ABSENT: None
llb. Matter of Dial-A-Ride (Feibusch)
Mayor Feibusch stated that at the last MCOG meeting, MTA suggested that
Dial-A-Ride continue to operate only in the daytime and that the night and
Sunday service be provided by a private carrier.
M/S: Feibusch/Kelley to ask staff to Work out some means by which the City can
solicit proposals from private carriers to operate here and whereby the needy
and handicapped be provided with tokens that come from the MTA fund.
Councilmember Kelley stated that as the representative to MTA, he would like
an opportunity to take the matter back to them for discussion. He also
indicated a 24 hour taxi service is a requirement of the FAA. He requested
withdrawal of the motion until he can report back to the Council.
Councilmember Myers felt a public hearing should be held to determine the
unmet transit needs of this particular area. He concurred that Councilmember
Kelley should first discuss the matter with MTA and also requested a two or
three month time limit be established.
Motion was withdrawn by the maker with consent of the second.
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M/S: Hickey/Kelley that we request bids for a tactical fire pumper carried by
the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Kelley, Hickey, Myers
NOES: Mayor Feibusch ABSENT: None
COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE
Gary Akerstrom, 1440 Meadow Drive, spoke to the issue of building permit fees.
He felt before they were exorbitant and now they are worse. He referred to
Wendy's Restaurant building permit and fees of $20,000 as an example. He was
of the opinion that this matter needs to be addressed further as the fees are
actually discouraging new businesses rather than encouraging them.
Mike Tremble, 426 Stoneham Circle, Medford Oregon, developer of Wendy's stated
that at one of the first meetings with City staff he was quoted an estimate
cost of $8,000 to $10,000 for building permit and hook up fees. He felt there
should be a process where developers are informed of exact fees upfront.
Jim Morris, 469 Observatory, noted that jobs are needed in this area and
expressed concern that new and old businesses are being driven out of town by
excessive costs.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Kelley
He reported on a Ukiah Players Board of Directors meeting at which time it was
reported there are three vacancies for citizens at large.
He referred to the letter addressed to the Council from Dr. Paul Marsh
offering 4½ acres of land to City Hall for $390,000. He favored a negative
response to the letter.
He also referred to the bulletin from the League of California Cities
regarding prepayment of franchise fees by cable operators and asked staff to
follow that as well as the preemption of City control of signs.
Councilmember Hicke¥
Will be absent from the meeting on March 2, 1983.
Councilmember Myers
The following statement was read with the request that it be a part of the
record:
"An Open Statement To The Mayor:
I would like to make this statement regarding the state of Ukiah, its Council,
and its image.
I hope that you are most successful as Ukiah's Mayor and that you will accept
this mantle of leadership and guide us in a positive way in the best interests
of the city of Ukiah.
I believe that it is time for name calling to be put aside. It is my
sincerest belief that a divided council, a divided city, will produce negative
results. In a time of economic chaos, I believe we must present the most
positive image to attract people to our beautiful city. If a 'Good Old Boy'
is one who votes his conviction and conscience, and at times , contrary to the
mayor ..... then, Mr. Mayor, I am a 'Good Old Boy!'
Should the citizens of Ukiah disagree with the voting record of a council
member, then let the democratic process work by voting the individual out of
office.
Your opinions should never be denied, but personal attacks should not be
condoned.
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It should be emphasized that the City Council's role is to set the policy and
not administer the city. That is best left in the hands of the professionals.
Therefore, Mr. Mayor, I wish you the best in your endeavors of guiding our
beautiful city. Use your gavel for righteousness and justice. Use your
office to guide us in a positive, constructive way.
Good luck for the future of Ukiah."
He also requested that the matter of in-service training session which was one
of Council goals for 1983, be placed on the next agenda.
Mayor Feibusch
A letter from Assemblyman Hauser was received concerning the Greyhound Line
curtailment and asked if the Council wanted to take any action or instruct
staff to take action. Council agreed the curtailment should be opposed. City
Manager suggested the matter be submitted to MTA and MCOG.
He also referred to the correspondence from Southern Pacific, in which they
discuss ending the Northwestern Pacific run and asked the Council what action
should be taken. The possibility of referring this matter to MTA and MCOG
was mentioned and staff was instructed to look into the matter.
He reported that he and the City Manager were invited to attend the Mendocino
County Employer's Council meeting on Friday, February 18th at 9:00 a.m. which
will bring all the owners of the Industrial Park together to discuss financing
for the Park.
He noted the overcrowded conditions at City Hall and was of the opinion that
the Council Chambers must be made available for office space. He asked if the
Council would consider using the Saturday Afternoon Club for Council and
Planning Commission meetings. It was pointed out that the Council had already
made the decision to wait until next July to take further action.
ADJOURNMENT
The Council met in Executive Session after which the Council reconvened and
Councilman Kelley reported the matter of the appeal of Planning Commission
action concerning Burger King Restaurant will be on the next agenda. The
meeting was adourned at 9:50 p.m. to February 28, 1983 at 6:30 p.m.
Sandra Gutierrez
Secretary
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