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Home My WebLink Aboutmin 1975-11-05 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH NOVEMBER 5, 1975 - PAGE 'l The City Council convened in regular session at 8:00 p.m. with Councilwoman Pearson, Councilmen Wood, Simpson, and Mayor Weinkauf present. Councilman Norgard was absent. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Simpson led the invocation and Councilman Wood led in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to approve the minutes of the meeting of October 15, 1975, as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #3717 to #3916 inclusive in the amount of $82,594.66 and Payroll Warrants #3917 to #4091 inclusive in the amount of $82,048.62 for the period of 9-21-75 to 10-4-75 and 10-5-75 to 10-18-75 respectively, be approved. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was unanimously carried General Warrants #2274 to #2324 inclusive in the total amount of $131,695.09 be approved and ordered paid. COUNCILMEN SIMPSON & WOOD TO MEET WITH SUPERVISORS BANKER & WILLIAMS RE PROPOSED REDEVELOPMENT PLAN City Manager requested Council to consider appointment of one or two members of the Council to meet with two Supervisors Tuesday, November 11th at 10:00 a.m. the discuss the proposed redevelopment plan. Mayor Weinkauf requested Councilmen Simpson and Wood to meet with Supervisors Banker and Williams on 11-11-75. MEETING WITH COLLEGE DISTRICT RE PROPOSED REDEVELOPMENT PLAN City Manager reported subject meeting will be Monday, November 10th, 9:30 a.m. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE - MRS. ETHEL FRIEND Subject correspondence expressed the concern of some of the citizens in the Munson Subdivision concerning the potential flood hazard which exists along Doolin Creek. Council consensus is that a problem does indeed exist in the area. City Manager stated the city's responsibility is to complete the bridge after completion of the water line. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION - MARCI REAVES, 817 CYPRESS Ms. Reaves indicated her interest in the proposed sign ordinance. In her opinion, the city could be lovely with a stricter sign ordinance. Council shared the views expressed by Ms. Reaves and suggested that subject correspondence be forwarded to the Planning Commission. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION - STATE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD Subject correspondence spoke to coordination of city and county solid waste management planning activities and recommended review of existing ordinances relating to solid waste management to determine if revisions are necessary in order to bring local regulations into compliance with the minimum standards which have been provided. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Pearson it was unanimously carried to refer subject matter to the City Attorney to assure compliance with state law. 38 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH NOVEMBER 55 1975 - PAGE 2 RESOLUTION NO. 76-23 STATING INTENTION TO ABANDON UNNAMED ALLEYWAY On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Pearson it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 76-23 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Stating Its Intention To Abandon Certain Property Consisting Of An Unnamed Alleyway" . ORDINANCE APPROVING & ADOPTING REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT On a motion by Councilman Wood seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried subject 'ordinance be continued to November 12, 1975. VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 76-13 DENIED - GILBERT SNYDER Subject application to construct a duplex over existing carport at southwest corner of Hortense and Church Streets was carried over from the last meeting. Planning Commission recommended denial based on the evidence and testimony and on the fact that the request did not meet the conditions of the Municipal Code. Council discussed Planning Commission action, the abutment of the proposed construction next to single family residence and expressed concern to the visual encroachment that could result. The proposal would be out of conformity with the existing neighborhood. There was no one present in the audience to speak in favor or in opposition to the granting of subject application. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Wood, it was unanimously carried Variance Application No. 76-13 be denied as recommended by the Planning Commission.' VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 76-12 PAUL PASQUINI, 355 WARREN DRIVE application Subject variance/requests a variance from rear yard requirements to construct a small bathroom. Planning Commission recommended approval of subject application. There was no one present in the audience to speak in opposition or in favor of subject application. Council action is set forth in the following resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 76-24 GRANTING VARIANCE TO PAUL J. PASQUINI On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Wood, it was unanimously carried REsolution No. 76-24 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Paul J. Pasquini" . VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 76-14 KARL GALL - 1294 YOKAYO COURT Subject application is for a variance from sideyard requirements to install an open carport on the north property line which would reduce the sideyard from 5' to 0' for approximately 12 ' of the property line. Planning Commission recommended denial based on the fact that the application does not meet the requirements of Section 9208 of the Municipal Code. Council discussed the fire hazard the proposed construction could create and questioned Mr. Gall on the possibility of moving the carport back so the 5' sideyard could be maintained. Mr. Gall stated that Doolan Creek bisects his back yard, making this proposal an impossibility. The Building Official confirmed this statement and MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH NOVEMBER 5, 1975 - PAGE 3 also answered questions regarding ways in which the proposal could be accomplished to meet building code requirements. Council action is set forth in the following resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 76-25 GRANTING VARIANCE TO KARL GALL On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 76-25 be adopted with the following special conditions and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Karl Gall" : 1) Standard Conditions 1 through 9 2) Carport is to be unenclosed and of the metal roofed type. RALPH ANDERSEN AND ASSOCIATES TO CONDUCT CLERICAL EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION & SALARY STUDY The Memorandum of Understanding with Local #3 Operating Engineers provides that the City conduct an impartial study of clerical classification and salary. Proposals were solicited from three firms and based on discussions with the union representative, it was recommended that Ralph Andersen and Associates make the study. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Wood, it was unanimously carried to accept the proposal of Ralph Andersen and Associates to perform a clerical pay and classification study for a total cost of $2500. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR MISCL. EQUIPMENT FOR FRANK ZEEK SOFTBALL FIELD LIGHTING Subject equipment will be paid with 100% Bond Act money. On a motion by Councilman Simpson seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried to call for bids for subject equipment, bids to be received prior to 2: 00 p.m. , November 25, 1975. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR POLICE DEPT. VEHICLES Council asked for information on the police vehicles at the previous meeting. October 4, 1972, Council heard a recommendation to retain two vehicles in service to bring the fleet to six. Council postponed action to a later meeting. On December 6, 1972 Council awarded bids for four new vehicles and when those cars were delivered in May 1973 , Council voted to dispose of only two older vehicles, retain two sedans, thus bringing the fleet to six vehicles. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to authorize the Clerk to call for bids for two police vehicles, bids to be received prior to 2: 00 p.m. November 25, 1975. BID AWARD TO WESTINGHOUSE FOR DIRECT BURIAL WIRING The following tabulation of bids was reviewed: urrlier 10, 'onsolidated Ele. Distr. V -erms: 2'o 10 Days Maydkell & Hartzell $; Terms: Net 30 Days ".E. Supply Co. : In Terms: 2f 10th 40 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH NOVEMBER 5, 1975 - PAGE 4 INCREASE IN GOLF PLAY The Recreation Director reports that play at the Golf Course during September was up 560 over the previous year. The course had 2531 paid patrons compared to 1618 in September 1974 . In addition 82 students participated in Mendocino College golf classes taught by Mr. Vocker. 175 high school girls participated in a golf clinic and the Pro gave 160 private or semi-private lessons, 80 of which were to junior players. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson referred to the Journal publicity on what is happening to parking district funds. City Manager stated the funds are being used to pay off the parking district indebtedness. The Director of Finance is answering questions raised by Mr. Nelmes Smith at the last Project Area Committee meeting . COUNCILWOMAN PEARSON Councilwoman Pearson reported the next meeting of the Redwood Empire Division of the League of California Cities will be held in January in Napa. The other meetings are tentatively set for Petaluma and Lake County. Councilwoman Pearson mentioned two points resulting from the October League meeting: 1) The lack of revenue sharing funds will result in the necessity to cut back on various projects. 2) A request for Council concensus prior to the Council Delegate voting on resolutions brought before the conference. FIRE DISTRICT TAX ELECTION City Manager reported the failure of subject election could necessitate a special election. The ad hoc committee will be meeting again and the results will be on the forthcoming agenda. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9: 05p.m. after which the Council reconvened in Executive Session to discuss Planning Commission appointments. RESOLUTION NO. 76-26 APPOINTING COMMISSION MEMBERS (PETE ONORI, PETER STEARNS, DWAYNE WRIGHT) Council considered nominations to the Recreation and Parks Commission and the Planning Commission. Appointments were required to be made to the Recreation Commission due to the fact that the Council removed Barbara Grauman and Brad Shear from the Commission. This removal was made on a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Council- woman Pearson. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson and passed, Pete Stearns was appointed to the Commission. µ . On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson and passed Dwayne "REd" Wright was appointed to the Commission. The Council then considered the filling of the vacancy on the Planning Commission. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Simpson and passeU Pete Onori was appointed to the Planning Commission. ATTEST: m/. " v ayor City Clerk