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Home My WebLink Aboutmin 07-19-78 a MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 19, 1978 - PAGE 1 The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chambers at 7: 30 p.m. with Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder and Mayor Brannon present. 1 INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Brannon led in the Invocation and Councilman Simpson led in the Pledge of Aegiance. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Simpson, .seconded by Councilman Hickey it was carried by the following roll call vote to approve Payroll Warrants #1883 to #2059 inclusive for the period of May 28th to June 10, 1978, in the total amount of $86, 814. 18 and Payroll Warrants #2060 to #2235 inclusive for the period of June 11th to June 24, 1978, inclusive in the total amount of $86, 828. 62 . AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder it was carried by the following roll call - e 'to approve General Warrants #8601 to #8793 and #8582 to #8588 inclusive in the total amount of $737 , 211. 95. AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Myers it was carried by the following roll call vote to approve the Minutes of June 21, 1978 , as submitted by ;he Clerk. AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson,Snyder,l'- c*, _ Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilu. .nan Snyder it was carried by .the following roll call vote to approve the Minutes of July 5, 1978, as corrected. AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None - ABSENT: None MAYOR BRANNON ADJOURNED THE MEETING TO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO RECONVENE IN 15 MINUTES - 7 : 55 P.M. ADDITION TO AGENDA - RESOLUTION SUPPORTING ALTERNATIVE WASTEWATER TREATMENT METHODS On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by. Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to add consideration of subject resolu- _ . tion to the agenda as Item No. 7 (a) . O CONSENT CALENDAR On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Hickey it was carried by the following roll call vote to approve Agenda Item Nos. 1 and 2 as follows: 1) File Notice of Completion for construction of street improvements on Gobbi Street 2) File Notice of Completion for construction of asphalt concrete surfacings on city streets. AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None 447 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 19 , 1978 - PAGE 2 PUBLIC HEARING - ZONE CHANGE APPL. NO. 78-30 INITIATED BY PLANNING COMMISSION Subject application proposes to change three parcels from C-1 to A-E, Agriculture Exclusive. Subject parcels are located northerly of Perkins Street and easterly of the freeway._ Planning Commission considered the matter June 28th and recommended denial. Mayor Brannon declared the public hearing open at 7 : 58 p.m. There was no one present to speak in favor or in opposition to subject application. The public hearing was declared closed at 7 :59 p.m. Councilman Hickey made a motion, seconded by Councilman Simpson to approve Zone Change Application No. 78-30 to change three parcels from C-1 to A-E. The motion failed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilwoman Snyder NOES: . Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Mayor Brannon ABSENT: None On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Myers it was unanimously carried to refer subject matter back to the General Plan Steering Committee to develop an appropriate policy regarding commercial use. VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 78-92 MOREY MCCLOUD, 309 SNUFFIN STREET RESOLUTION NO. 79-5 GRANTING VARIANCE Applicant is requesting a variance from front setback to construct a carport. Planning Commission minutes dated July 12, 1978 reflect approval of the application subject to Standard Conditions 1-9 and two special conditions. On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Hickey it was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 79-5, "Resolution Granting Variance To Morey McCloud" as recommended by the Planning Commission. AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 715 SWIMMING POOL SETBACKS On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder it was unanimously carried to adopt Ordinance No. 715 by title only. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Myers it was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Ordinance No. 715, "Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Adding Sectin 9163 (e) to Chapter 2, Division 9 (Swimming Pool Setbacks) " . AYES:Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 716 LEASH LAW FOR DOGS On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilman Snyder it was unanimously carried to introduce Ordinance No. 716 by title only. On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder it was carried by the following roll call vote to introduce Ordinance No. 716 . AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None 448 r h MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH � JULY 19, 1978 - PAGE 3 RESOLUTION NO. 79-6 AUTHORIZING SALES CONTRACT & NCPA ASSIGNMENT On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilman Myers it was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Resolu- tion No. 79-6 , "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing Mayor And Clerk To Sign Sales Contract And NCPA Assignment" . AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION NO. 79-7 SUPPORTING ALTERNATIVE WASTEWATER TREATMENT METHODS On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Souncilman Simpson r it was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Resolu- tion No. 79-7 , "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Supporting Alternative Wastewater Treatment Methods" . AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon f NOES: None ABSENT: None PLACEMENT OF QUESTION ON BALLOT CIVIL SERVICE ORDINANCE Council is considering placing the question of repealing the Civil Service Ordinance on the November ballot. A large number of city employees were present in the au . ' t nce. Emma Vilotti, spokesperson for the group, read and p, c:ed on file a petition containing the signatures of 56 emplo,,-ees alleging that they were not aware that such action was contemplated And asked Council to defer action in placing subject matter on the ballot to allow time for employees to become informed of what is proposed to replace the civil service ordinance, if repealed. Mayor Brannon explained it is a legal requirement that the call for election be made 90 days prior to the November election. The matter is considered at this time at the request of the r County Clerk to allow time to meet publication requirements for submission of arguments on the measure. He stated that Council decision at this Lime is not final; therefore the matter could be deleted from the ballot if action were taken prior to 90 days before the November election. Norris Casey, Operating Engineers representative, was present in the audience and alleged that the -question of the Civil Service Ordinance was negotiated, stated there were two points of conflict and requested that Council proceed with its intent and work out differences for those who have a difference. On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilman Myers s it was carried by the following roll call vote to notify the County Clerk of the City' s intent to place the question of repealing the Civil Service Ordinance on the November ballot. AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None PROPOSED TRAFFIC STUDY x On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder, it was unanimously carried to accept the City Manager' s recommendation to meet with the four firms who submitted the lowest proposals, make recommendation to Council and select a committee of five composed of at least one member of Council , one representative of the Downtown Merchants, one City staff, and two members at large. • MAYOR BRANNON DECLARED A RECESS AT THIS TIME - 8: 52 P.M. 449 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 19, 1978 - PAGE 4 MCCPC CHANGES NAME AND MEMBERSHIP STRUCTURE On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Myers, it was unanimously carried to recommend that the membership of the Mendocino County-Cities Planning Council be changed to member- ship of seven and to endorse the name, "Mendocino Council of Governments" for said council. PRESENTATION OF PETITION FROM CITY EMPLOYEES A large group of. City employees were present in the audience to express their concern regarding the Council' s decision not to grant pay increases for the employees. It was the under- standing of the employees that the Council had decided to take State funds in the amount of $75 , 000: If this is the determination, employees can receive no salary adjustments greater than given State employees. State employees are re- ceiving no salary adjustments. Gary Bruchler, spokesperson for the group, read a Petition containing signatures of 78 employees requesting that Council not accept State funds available to cities since the. passage of Proposition 13, and defer action on wages until further negotiations can be agreed on. Norris Casey, Operating Engineers representative pointed out that if pay increases cannot be granted based on acceptance of State money, fringe benefits can be negotiated. He stated there appears to be some confusion - the employees do not understand what is coming down. Mayor Brannon explained that there is only one recognized negotiating agency. The Council has designated the City Manager to negotiate and he has acted as he has been instructed. Council took no action on the matter. PRELIMINARY BUDGET - 1978-79 FISCAL YEAR Councilman Myers made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder for the total proposed funds for the 1978-79 budget not exceed the 1977-78 budget, but be distributed differently. Council discussion resulted in Councilman Myers rephrasing his motion since his original motion allowed no flexibility. On a motion by Councilman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder it was carried by the following roll call vote that the 1978-79 budget be within the 1977-78 total budget figure, the distribu- tion to be made in accordance with the City Manager' s recommendation. AYES: Councilmembers Myers, Simpson, Snyder NOES: Councilman Hickey, Mayor Brannon ABSENT: None Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce Councilman Simpson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hickey to contribute $21, 000 to the Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce. During the discussion, the motion was amended by Councilman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder for a $15,000 contribution to the Chamber of Commerce. The motion to amend carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Myers, Snyder, Mayor Brannon NOES: Councilmembers Hickey, Simpson The motion as amended carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers,Simpson,Snyder,Mayor Brannon NOES: None ABSENT: None 45® MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 19, 1978 - PAGE 5 County Chamber of Commerce On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was carried by the following roll call vote to contribute $5500 to the County Chamber of Commerce. AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Simpson, Brannon NOES: Councilmembers Myers, Snyder ABSENT: None Teen Center Ted Sneed spoke concerning the program and asked that it be continued. Council determined there would be no funding. On a motion by Councilman Myers, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to continue the CETA program for the Teen Center. Volunteer Center Cheri Holden asked for renewal of the contract with NCO for $4000 to operate the Volunteer Bureau. Council took no action on the matter. Council referred to the Budget Checklist which had been reviewed as budget sessions and took the following action: Wading Pool - $19 ,300 denied On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to deny continuation of the grantsperson program with NCO. On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Myers it was unanimously carried to approve only one firefighter positio.. and to deny the request for the second firefighter and the Clerk Dispatcher position. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder it was unanimously carried to reduce the proposed airport budget by $14, 000. On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder it was unanimously carried to approve $7500 for a storage shed at the Police Department. The matter of the golf course fees was referred to Recreation and Parks Commission for consideration and recommendations. On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilman Myers it was unanimously carried to delete the proposed funding for the Dolphin Swim Coach. On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Myers it was unanimously carried to delete $5000 for swimming pool heating. On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to establish a $10, 000 reserve fund for swimming pool filter replacement. On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was carried by the following roll call vote to continue support of the Senior Citizen Center in the amount of $4500. AYES: Councilmembers Hickey, Myers, Simpson, Snyder NOES: Mayor Brannon ABSENT: None 4�5 i MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 19,1978 - PAGE 6 On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Hickey it was unanimously carried to retain the street sweeper position and delete the purchase of the equipment. On a motion by Councilman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder it was unanimously carried to reduce Line Item 250 by $5 ,000 and Line Item 690 by $500. On a motion by Councilman Hickey, seconded by Councilwoman Snyder it was unanimously carried to reduce the Cultural Arts Commission Contractural Service to $1000 & delete Machinery & Equipment. On a motion by Councilwoman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Hickey it was unanimously carried to approve the Parks and Recreation budget as revised. Council determined that all Travel Expense accounts be cut in half and expressed a need for City Manager to set a policy for Council consideration concerning training, travel, and conference expense. Council determined that the budget be ready for adoption at the next meeting in order to meet August 21st deadlines. COUNCILMAN HICKEY Brought Council up to date on NCPA meeting in Santa Clara. Negotiations for the Cobb Mountain project are to be worked out and ready to be adopted by July 27th. MAYOR BRANNON Residency requirements for Commission members-Asked what is Council ~ obligation when Commission members moves outside city limits, but the business remains inside city limits. City Attorney stated the Code does not require commission members to live within the city limits. This has been Council policy only. Request for direction to Planning Commission - Referred to Planning Commission consideration of the proposed annexation north of the City. In his opinion the Planning Commission should not be concerned with the economic aspects and the revenue producing ability of such proposals but should address their concerns to land use. A policy should be set and the Planning Commission so advised. Councilwoman Snyder stated that the economic feasibility repGrt Council requested on this proposal would affect Planning Commission decisions. Councilman Simpson stated it is necessary to know what is expected from the Planning Commission, all services should be considered, and guidelines laid out accordingly. Field trip to Martinez set for July 24th. TED FEIBUSCH Referred to Commission member residency requirement and requested Council make a determination on subject matter. PHIL LANAM Expressed appreciation to Council for its decision to postpone decision regarding accepting State money; .however expressed dis- appointmnent about the decision regarding the Civil Service Ordinance. Only 21 persons had an opportunity to see the revisions. Slome of the union people did not qet to see it. Detino Martin also spoke. Mayor Brannon expressed appreciation for comments made and expression shown. , _ ADJOURNMENT Mayor Brannon adjourned the meeting at 11: 48 p.m. after which Council reconvened to Executive Session. .7 ... ATTEST: � � -L Mayor City Clerk