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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 1976-07-21 134 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 1 The City Council convened in regular session at 8 : 00 p.m. with Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson, and Mayor Wood present. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Simpson gave the invocation and Councilwoman Pearson led in the Pledge of Allegiance. PAYROLL WARRANTS Councilman Simpson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Brannon to approve Payroll Warrants #6979 -to #7140 inclusive in the amount - of $74, 168. 16 for the period of June 13, 1976 to June 26, 1976, inclusive. Councilman Feibusch referred to July 7th Council action on Resolution No. 77-6 amending the pay plan at which time he made a dissenting vote in that action. He stated he is concerned over the course the city is taking in wage negotiations. He presented a graph showing the current wage scale of 5 selected positions - the Account Clerk, Secretary, City Attorney, Director of Public: Works, and the City Manager. The same positions were projected over a 10 year period computed on a 5% annual across the board increase. . The result showed a large gap between the salary of the 'Account Clerk and Secretary and that of the other three positions. In his opinion, a flat rate increase would be a more equitable answer to wage nego- tiations. He stated it is important now that Council is aware of this method of approaching the wage scale - this community cannot stand continued lop sided wage inckeases like this . Payroll Warrants were approved by the following roll call vote: -, AYES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson, Mayor Wood NOES: None ABSENT: None GENERAL WARRANTS Councilwoman Pearson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Simpson to approve the General Warrants #3936 to #4035 inclusive in the - . total amount of $238 ,129. 72. Councilman Feibusch had questions regarding the following warrants : 1. Payment for a golf course plaque and for a barbeque. Councilman Simpson and City Manager explained prior Council actionf$pthorized the expenditure for the plaque. The other warrant was/an appreciation dinner for those who worked on the golf course project. 2. The warrant in payment of authomible repair. The City Attorney explained that the repair was paid by the other party. 3. When asked if the street stripping had been done, the City Engineer stated the work had been done. 4. When asked why the Deputy City Engineer, at his salary, was chosen to pick up equipment out of town, it was explained this was done to save overtime payment. General Warrants were approved by- the following roll call vote: . AYES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson, Mayor Wood NOES: None ABSENT: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES Councilman Feibusch referred to the rough draft of the minutes prepared in the absence of the City Clerk and stated that various actions were omitted. On a motion by Councilman Feibusch, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to postpone approval of the July 7th minutes until the final draft is transmitted. 135 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 2 Mayor Wood stated he would entertain preparation of an agenda item to hire a public reporter to prepare the minutes . PUBLIC HEARING - GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT ZONE CHANGE APPL. NO. 76-47 LOCATED AT BARNES, HOPE, CHURCH, PERKINS the Subject matter had been carried-.ouer*-ftom/March 3 , 1976 Council meeting. This matter was referred to the Planning Commission and at their meeting of April 16th, the.-Commission recommended, by a vote of 5 to 1, that the proposed amendment not be made. Subject matter came up in an. attempt to find a way to allow the completion of the apartment complex in subject block. Public hearing was opened at 8 : 15 p.m. Jack Cox, one of the owners of subject property, spoke in favor of subject spplication. Mr. Cox reviewed' the history of subject property which had been favorably considered by a previous Council. He asked for favorable consideration at this time so the block can be completed and is not so obviously an incomplete project. Those- who spoke against the proposal were: Agnes Locks, 960 W. Perkins - representing herself Felix and Alyce Thornhill, 1000 W. Perkins representing themselves and Mrs. Mazzoni. The main objections expressed were that approval of this application would set a precedent and would make a bad parking situation intolerabl( Public hearing was closed at 8: 38 pm . Councilman Brannon made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson to direct the City Attorney to prepare a resolution amending the General Plan. The question was raised that if the General Plan is amended and this parcel subsequently rezoned, could the owner put in other uses that are permitted in an R-2 zone such as mortuaries, etc . The City Attroney explained mortuaries have been zoned out by prior Council action. It was also pointed out that inasmuch as this neighborhood contains many old structures that may be replaced in a short period of time, it would not be too long when these people could come to the Council and ask for an R-2 consideration to be consistent with the neighborhood. This could be the breakdown of the existing R-1 neighborhood which Council has gone on record as believing is essential and is consistent with the General Plan. Page 2 of the General Plan was referred to wherein 4-10 units per acre was referred to which was thought to take care of this exception. It was also pointed out that applicant from the beginning has been caught in the middle and his proposal is the only way out and suggested that parking under the apartments may be a solution. The following roll call vote resulted in defeat of the motion to amend the General Plan: AYES: Councilwoman Pearson NOES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Mayor Wood ABSENT: None PUBLIC HEARING - GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT SOUTHWEST CORNER BABCOCK LANE & E. GOBBI FROM'An=T;T=- •C6PIl= Subject matter was carried over from the June 2nd meeting at applicant' s request. The Planning Commission considered the matter at its May 12th meeting' at which time the EIR •was found to be adequate and complete and recommended that the General Plan amendment and the pre- zoning re-zoning request be denied and that no further action be taken on architectural review or annexation. The issue that is -raised by this application is the question of where the precise boundary line should be drawn between urban and agricultural uses in this area. It was explained that the area is 136 MINUTES OF THE MEETI14G OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 3 not in the city limits but within the General Plan area. City Manager stated that if Council desires to amend the General Plan to allow this project to proceed, he would recommend that the General Plan be re- vised to draw the boundary line at the south border of the PG&E substa- tion extending westerly to the freeway and along Babcock Lane. It was also explained that the sequence of events for this area is first the general plan amendment, then prezoning, and lastly, annexa tion. Public hearing was opened at 8: 58 p.m. Jack Cox, the agent for the property owner spoke on behalf of the application. Mr. Cox requested allowance for a rebuttal procedure, which in his opinion was not allowed for in the. previous public hearing. The Mayor deferred to the point and permitted a rebuttal period. Mr. Cox stated applicant proposes to construct a building on a 3 1/2 'acre parcel of subject parcel. City water is needed and annexation is necessary to obtain water. Mr. Cox pointed out that the Coca Cola plana and PG&E substation located in the immediate area are consistent uses. Current uses of contiguous territory was reviewed and in his opinion. this parcel is not a viable agricultural unit with the mobile home park and overnight trailer park nearby and due to the fact that the vacant land is wet and non productive. If the General Plan amendment is not approved, the property could be developed for multiple uses or other uses more detrimental to the adjacent productive agricultural land. In his opinion commercial use is more harmonious to agricultural use than residential. Jim Foucault, 126 Knob Hill Road spoke in favor of the application. He stated it. seems obvious that there will be pressure on this area. The utilities are stubbed off and ready for use. The City needs more revenue and this could increase the taxes . This proposal is a clean, commercial project which would be a natural buffer between the multiple homes in the adjacent area. It was his understanding the General Plan was designed for guidelines and can be changed. Lowell Stone, 488 Eastside Road spoke in favor of the application. He stated he farms the land nearby on a part time basis . He also stated that when agricultural area is surrounded by structures, there i.s 100% liability. Agricultural development of 3 acres would be difficult. Bill Johnson, 801 Babcock Lane, representing he and his family who farm the property east of subject property for 30 years spoke against the proposal. He and his brother want to continue to farm. In his opinion subject area has agricultural potential which has not been utilized, particularly the entire area .which is under consideration - not just the 3 1/2 acre applicant is considering. Mr. Johnson stated he would like to have the opportunity to lease the property for farming. He stated that development of this property will be the beginning of infringement of agricultural land which Council has expressed a desire to preserve. Why create a problem when there is no problem as it is now? Pat Gein, 1815 South Dora spoke against the proposal . She stated she was a member of the Citizens Advisory Committee which was ex- i tablished to study the General Plan prior to its adoption. She spoke of her continued interest in the actions the Council has been making since adoption of the General Plan. In her opinion it is not necessary to Change subject parcel to commercial at this time, everyone is interested in preserving all the agricultural land possible and there are ample areas available at "this time for commercial development. To develop this land as proposed puts more pressure on agricultural development. Council should draw the line, stand pat, and hold for agricultural development. Public hearing was declared closed at 9: 34 p.m. Council discussion and action is set forth below. 137 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UFIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 4 RESOLUTION NO. 77-14 AMENDING GENERAL PLAN . Mayor Wood pointed out an 'EIR was prepared on this project, presented to the Planning Commission, there was no appeal on the EIR, so the EIR is not before the Council at this time. At the request of the Mayor, the City Manager was asked to point out the objections to the plan. The adverse effects were stated on Page 38 of said report. Councilman Simpson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Feibusch to amend the general plan so that the area south of East Gobbi Street for a distance of approximately 1200 feet and bounded east and west respectively by Babcock Lane and Highway 101 presently designated Agriculture, shall be designated Commercial. Councilman Feibusch stated he had determined from the County Assissor' s office that subject parcel was zoned commercial . It would not appear -feasible to farm an area so zoned. On a motion by Councilman Feibusch, seconded by Councilman Brannon it was unanimously carried to recognize Mr. Johnson to make a statement at this time. Mr. Johnson stated he -too could be assessed as commercial on the land he is farming at the present time- and have a higher tax rate. This is why he feels it is important that the Council not make the proposed amendment. Councilman .Feibusch stated he had also checked out the assessments Values facing River Road and was advised by the County Assessor ' s office that Mr. Johnson' s property was assessed as agricultural land. . Councilman Brannon stated in his opinion, to make an amendment to the General Plan does not set a precedent: He had reviewed the property & determined it to be consistent with goals and policies of the General Plan. Councilman Simpson was of the opinion that it would be difficult to have a large scale enterprise too close to mobile homes and that it would be more in harmony to have agricultural- property to the east and south. Councilwoman Pearson agreed with statements made by Councilmen Brannon and Simpson. At the request of the Mayor, the City Attorney read the uses in C-2 zones. He referred to the public hearings held for the proposed hospital property on Perkins Street which may or may not be con- structed. The City may have an even more detrimental use than the hospital if not used for hospital uses as originally proposed. In his opinion the key to this request is water and the City controls this. He referred to the map of the Ukiah Valley and stated that to allow this amendment is putting on more commercial "paint" and allowing it to grow. The following roll call vote results- in the adoption of Resolution No. 77-14 : AYES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwomah Pearson NOES: Mayor Wood ABSENT: None INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 687 PREZONING PROPERTY TO COMMERCIAL Mayor Wood stated he would entertain a motion to introduce an ordinance to prezone subject property to implement the proposal adopted in Resolution NO. 77-14 . Council opinion is expressed in the preceeding order of business. 138 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 5 Public hearing was opened at 9 : 52 p.m. No one spoke for or against the proposal Public hearing was closed at 9 : 53 p.m. . The City Attorney pointed out Mr. Pete McCarty had submitted a written request to annex a parcel of land west of subject property for prezoning request. It was determined that a separate public hearing would be required to consider this annexation. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Feibusch it was unanimously carried that Ordinance No. 687 be introduced by title only. On a motion by Councilman Feibusch, seconded by Councilman Brannon it was carried by the following roll call vote to introduce Ordinance No. 687, "Ordinance Of The City of Ukiah Pre-Zoning Certain Property As Requested By Denny And Gianoli Construction Company" . -AYES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson NOES: Mayor Wood ABSENT: None MAYOR WOOD DECLARED A RECESS' AT THIS POINT - 10: 00 P.M. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION - ORCHARD VILLAGE PETITION Mr. Archie Sweet, who represented property owners in the Orchard Village area, spoke regarding their concern over the drainage problems in the area. He stated some property owners have lost 12 feet of thier property because of past flooding conditions and the creek bank is within 3 feet of the driveway. Also the bridge bannister is gone. The property owners are willing to work with the City, but do not feel they should bear the whole burden. Mr. Sweet stated the people would like to know where they stand and some questions answered - who owns the creek? - are the property owners legally responsible or is the City? The City Attorney stated it depends on what the deed states, but property owners probably own to the center of the water course. The City Attorney also stated that unless the city has total rights, the City has no business in the creeks. The City Engineer reviewed an aerial photo of the area showing the channel as a natural water course. He stated a portion of the creek has a *drainage easement on it. The walk or fences on the north side would indicate where the easement is. The properties on the south side do not have an easement. City Engineer stated that a few years ago improvements were proposed in the channel , but the plans did not materialize due to lack of funds. The City Engineer reviewed the trial designs that may be used to alleviate the problem which exists . The trial designs suggested were a wall type retaining structure with either broken concrete or a concrete block retaining wall, a box culvert, or gunite protection on the bank. The cost, including material and labor, was estimated at $54, 000 as a minimum figure and $89, 000 for the concrete block wall,as a maximum figure. The City Engineer stated he has looked into the availability of funding and it appears a current bill in the legislature may pay for projects of this nature. The Mayor asked the* City Attorney what the rights and liabilities of the' home owners are, what thecity's rights- and liabilities are, and solutions to the problem. The City Attorney pointed out that access to the channel is a problem, the city could face liability problems and could end up with situations not compatible, causing flow problems, that the City has no duty to do anything and the current liability is nil.: He stated the land owner has the ability to protect the property. The City Attorney pointed out that a possible solution to the problem is establishment of a drainage improvement district for authority over other channels in the area. The people in the community would be the ones to pay for work in the channel . Any district formed would be faced with liability problens and would take consequences of those improvements. There are hazards other than dollars and cents. 139 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 6 Council expressed a need for channel acquisition and expressed the opinion that the Ctiy should begin obtaining easements and acquisition and find out the details of the federal bill and what it can do for the City. It was pointed out that the' City already has the cooperation from residents who are in the audience; that the work could begin here. The thought was also expressed that something needs to be done whether the City has federal funding or not. Mayor Wood pointed out the alternatives available - 1) the property owners could hire a contractor to build a wall, 2) the City could do it as a capital improvement project, 3) the City could do nothing, 4) establish a limited or specific assessment district on a 60/40, 50/50, 70/30 participation basis . These alternatives were narrowed down to use of federal funds or establishment of a drainage improvement district on a split participation basis. It was determined that to get the project under way would be to develop a. legal description of the affected properties, put it on a deed for the owner ' s signature, and have the property owner dedicate it to the City. On a• motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Feibusch, it was unanimously carried to have the City acquire easements in areas .of Gibson Creek where property owners are willing to dedicate property, proceed with engineering and legal .descriptions, and follow- up by checking acquisition of federal funds. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Mayor Wood, it was unanimously carried to direct the City Manager to write a letter, with accompanying maps, to Washington requesting funds to solve the drainage problem on Gibson Creek so that a priority slot may be held in the event the availability of funds becomes a reality. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 688 LIMITING JET AIRCRAFT DEPARTURES FROM MUNICIPAL AIRPORT On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was unanimously carried to introduce Ordinance No. 688 by title only. Councilwoman Pearson made- a motion, seconded by Councilman-Feibusch . . to introduce Ordinance No. 688, "Ordinance Of The City -Council Of The City Of Ukiah Limiting Jet Aircraft Departures From Ukiah Municipal Airport" It was- noted that notices of this pending action had been sent to the FAA.. No opposition was expressed. The following roll call vote resulted in the introduction of Ordinance No. 688: AYES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson, Mayor Wood NOES: None ABSENT: None r_ RESOLUTION NO. 77-9 COMMENDING .POMOLITA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL BAND On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Feibusch it was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 77-9 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Commending The Pomolita Junior High School Band" AYES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson Mayor Wood NOES: None ABSENT: None _. 140 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, . 19 7 6 - PAGE 7 RESOLUTION NO. 77-10 COMMENDING LAURA VANDER MEY, "MISS CALIFORNIA TEEN-AGER" On a motion by Councilman Brannon, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 77-10 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Reso- lution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Commending Laura Vander Mey" . AYES: Councilmen Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson,,- Mayor Woos. NOES: Councilman Feibusch ABSENT: None RESOLUTION NO. 77-11 COMMENDING JANINE TREMAINE, "MISS PERSONALITY" On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 77-11 and the Mayor and Clerk. be authorized to sign same, "Reso- lution Of The City Council Of - The City Of Ukiah Commending Janine Tremaine" . AYES: Councilmen Brannon., Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson, Mayor Wood NOES: - Councilman Feibusch ABSENT: None YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU PROJECT City Manager reported the grant for subject project has been approved. Next is the implementation phase. Council had been provided with a draft of the proposed joint powers agreement. The final draft will come at a later date. When questioned about the cost to the - # . City.. the City Manager stated the contract sets forth things the city is already doing. The only expense to the city would be a small record. keeping expense. The extent of the city' s liability was questioned. The City Attorney stated a waiver of liability will be signed by the parent or guardian. Allayna Guenther was present to report on the project. She stated the agreement has been approved as far as structural aspects are concerned but that the youth authority is still working with the County. She envisions no .further amendments. There will be no further committments .in future years. Ms. Guenther requested Council ' s approval of agreement to implement the program. Council determined the decision on subject agreement would be made after the final draft is prepared and presented for Council consideration. GOLF CART PATHS City Manager reported the cart paths on the front "9" are in a poor state of repair. Safety engineers have indicated a problem from a liaiblity standpoint. City Manager stated the cost of modernizing the paths is estimated to be $12, 5000 and recommended the work to be done by a loan from the Special General Fund to be repaid without interest from cart path fee revenue. Councilwoman Pearson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Brannon to revise the budget to authorize a loan from the Special General Fund and prepare specifications for cart path repair on the front "9 . Councilman Feibusch noted the frequency of requests for expenditures at the golf course. He asked if this request is approved, would the pay back come out of gross receipts or what dedication would be made. It was explained there is no dedication. Councilman Feibusch asked if there could be an adjustment of the yearly fee. Mayor Wood stated consideration of a new rate schedule could be placed on the agenda for consideration at a subsequent time. Councilwoman Pearson asked if it would be in order for the matter to go to the Recreation and Parks Commission prior to Council donsideration. City Manager will so advise said commission. 141 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 8 RENEWAL OF GRAZING LEASE ADDENDUM ° CITY OWNED WATER WELL PROPERTY-ALEX THOMAS - On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was unanimously carried to renew the grazing lease to Alex Thomas for the city owned water well property. RESOLUTION NO. 77-12 CALLING FOR C014TRACT WITH CHP FOR PARTICIPATING IN AVA PROGRAM On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Brannon it was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Resoluiton No. 77-12 and the Mayor and Clerk- be authorized to sign same, "Reso- lution of the City Council of the City of Ukiah Calling For A Contract With The Department Of California Highway Patrol For Participation In The AVA Program" . AYES : Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson, Mayor Wood NOES: None ABSENT: None RENEWAL OF AMBULANCE AGREEMENT On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to approve the ambulance agreement with Ukiah Ambulance Service, said agreement to include a reciprocal withdrawal right. CONSIDERATION OF- AIRPORT PROPERTY LEASE FOR RESTAURANT City Manager reported the Airport Commission has approved the concept of subject proposal. The Planning Commission has also reviewed and approved the pp proposal . Councilman Brannon asked how the $150/month lease figure was arrived at. The City Attorney stated other land owners in the area were contacted and it was based on cost of this land ammortized over a period of time. When questioned about charges for sewer hookup, it was explained that the corporation would pay the same hookup charges as private landowners . On a motion by Councilman Brannon, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to instruct the City Attorney to negotiate terms of a lease with Vas-King Corporation aftd -return said lease to Council for subsequent consideration. RESOLUTION NO. 77-13 VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 76-63 (IOANNIS T. VASILOPOULOS) Subject application is a request to permit a reduction in the _ number of required off-street parking -spaces for restaurant-office • building at 295 South. State. Planning Commission recommended approval with the condition that the on-site parking be for patrons only and that owners, tenants, and employees be required to park elsewhere. Councilman Simpson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Feibusch to adopt Resolution. No. 77-13 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Ioannis T. Vasilopoulos" . The question of how to enforce the parking requirements was raised. It was explained that the Council has the right to enforce such requirements. City Manager stated it appeared to be a matter of pure economics - the owner would see that the spaces were made avail- able to his customers . Mr. Vasilopoulos was present and spoke in .favor of the proposal. The following roll call vote resulted in the adoption of Resolution No. 77-12: - AYES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Simpson, Councilwoman Pearson Mayor Wood NOES: None ABSENT: None 142 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 9 AWARD OF BID FOR CABLE TO GRAYBAR Councilwoman Pearson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Brannon to add bid award for cable to the adgenda. Unanimously carried. City Manager reviewed bids as follows and recommended the alternate bid from Graybar be accepted: Graybar $51, 360. 00 Alternate Bid 47 , 000.-00 Triangle PWC, Inc. 64, 500. 00 Westinghouse Electric. Supply Co 53, 360. 00 Industrial Electric 52,180. 00 G. E. Supply Company 52,160. 00 Maydwell and Hartzell 64 . 273. 60 Amfac Electric Supply 75, 000. 00 Consolidated Electrical Dist. 76, 086 . 40 Western Power Products 76, 940. 00 On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Brannon it was unanimously carried to award the bid for 1, 000 MCM, 15 KV cable to Graybar, alternate bid in the total amount of $47 , 000. 00. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS On a motion by Councilman Brannon; seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was unanimously carried to appoint Joe Gilley to the Airport Commission. On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Feibusch it was unanimously carried to appoint Paul Jack to the Parks and Recreation Commission. On a motion by Councilman Feibusch, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson - it was unanimously carried to appoint Dorothy Hansen to fill the unexpired term of Chuck Lewis, -resigned, on the. Parking Advisory Commission. COUNCILWOMAN PEARSON Councilwoman Pearson asked for an agenda item for the City to look into having city property to provide parking space for campers and boats to take these vehicles off streets and driveways. Mayor Wood was absent from the meeting of July 7th so Vice Mayor Simpson handled the next order of business . RESOLUTION NO. 77-8 APPOINTING MEMBERS TO COMMISSIONS On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Brannon • t-was carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 77-8 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council of The City Of Ukiah Appointing Commission Members To The Airport, Planning, and Recreation and Parks Commissions" . AYES: Councilmen Feibusch, Brannon, Councilwoman Pearson, Vice Mayor Simpson ' NOES: . None ABSENT: Mayor Wood COUNCILMAN FEIBUSCH Councilman Feibusch asked if a tape recorder were available to record the Council meetings. He felt it would be useful to the Clerk to refer to if the need arises and it would also be available to any Council members. Mayor Wood stated his experience with tape recorders was less than desirable. City Manager stated there is not only a quality problem, but also a storage problem. City Manager also stated his experience with the use of tapes was that it created problems and legal questions . Mayor Wood stated if Council wants this kind of record, then the City should hire 143 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 21, 1976 - PAGE 10 a court reporter to record the meetings. Councilman Brannon suggested that a tape recorder could be used for temporary help. Councilman Feibusch again referred to the minutes and noted that his request to the City Engineer for an undergrounding estimate had been omitted. COUNCILMAN BRANNON Councilman Brannon reported that Boy Scout Troop 65 cleaned the roadway to the dump site and suggested that a letter of commendation be sent to the group expressing thanks for their efforts . COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson expressed his concern about so many of the County offices moving to Low Gap Road. COUNCILWOMAN PEARSON Councilwoman Pearson reported on the League meeting in Eureka. The City of Healdsburg had 22 people attending. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson referred to how low the water is in the lake and asked how it will affect the city. No problems are anticipated. MAYOR WOOD Mayor Wood requested that an' enabling ordinance for non-profit bingo be placed on the August 4th agenda. Mayor Wood stated he will be going to 'San Diego to the conference October 17th, and that other Council members may want to make plans to go. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Wood adjourned the meeting at 12: 40 a.m. n ATTEST: MayoP • Ci.ty Clerk