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Home My WebLink Aboutmin 1975-09-17 26 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 17, 1975 - PAGE 1 The City Council convened in regular session at 8 : 04 p.m. with Councilwoman Pearson, Councilmen Norgard, Wood, Simpson, and Mayor Weinkauf present. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Simpson led in the invocation and Councilman Wood led in the Pledge of Allegiance. PROCLAMATION - INDUSTRY ACHIEVEMENT WEEK AND UNITED WAY WEEK Mayor Weinkauf read subject proclamations proclaiming the week of September 29 through October 3 to be Industry Achievement Week and the week of September 22 through 29 as United Way Week. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried to approve the September 3 , 1975, minutes as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #2971 to #3161 inclusive in the amount of $84, 480.36 and #3162 to #3348 inclusive in the amount of $84, 280. 09 be approved, GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was unanimously carried General Warrants #1969 to #2107 inclusive in the total amount of $303 , 543 . 96 be approved and ordered paid. MAYOR WEINKAUF ADJOURNED THE COUNCIL MEETING TO A MEETING OF THE UKIAH REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY - 8: 10 P.M. The City Council reconvened in regular session at 8 : 25 p.m. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION TELEPROMPTER REQUEST FOR RATE INCREASE A letter dated September 8, 1975, from Teleprompter Cable TV re- quested reconsideration of the denial of the request for a rate increase. Attorney Jim Larsen asked that a public hearing date be reset. He stated that at the last hearing it appeared more questions were raised than answered. Teleprompter is prepared to bring to the Council technical information showing the quality of the equipment as well as the procedures for handling complaints. Mr. Tom Kirkpatrick requested that the Council reject subject request or wait until all other cities in the County had made a decision on the proposal in their city. He asked Teleprompter for a committment of what it will give the customer. On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was carried by the following roll call vote to set a public hearing date upon receipt of additional information f rom Teleprompter. AYES: Councilwoman Pearson, Councilmen Norgard, Simpson, Mayor Weinkauf NOES: Councilman Wood ABSENT: None OPERATION CERTIFICATE GRANTED TO MARIN AVIATION DBA CAL AIR Mr. Richard Duste, President of Marin Aviation was present in the audience and gave the Council a detailed report of his experience as a pilot, his experience in the company, the philosophy of the company and his plan of operation from the Uriah Municipal Airport. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 17, 1975 - PAGE 2 Council has gone on record as supporting the operation of Marin Aviation on the condition that no additional airport operation costs are assumed by the City. Specific concern was based on baggage inspection requirements and fire protection requirements. The Airport Commission has recommended that Marin be granted an operating permit subject to conditions contained in their recommendation of 9 11 75. City Manager recommended an operation certificate be granted to Marin Aviation dba Cal Air for a one year period subject to the . following conditions: 1. Those recommended by the Airport Commission 2. Liability insurance in the amount of $300, 000/$500, 000 naming the City as co insured. Policy to be approved by the City Attorney. 3. $500 advance deposit for landing, tie down and rental fees. 4. In the event that any regulatory body imposes operating restrictions or costs on the Ukiah Airport as a result of the operations of Cal Air, Cal Air to pay fees, on demand, equivalent to the City' s expense. 5. That a copy of the ATCO certif icate.. issued by FAA be provided to the City. 6. That all conditions be fully met prior to start of operations. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried to grant an operation certificate to Marin Aviation dba Cal Air as recommended by the City Manager. HILLSIDE HOSPITAL REQUESTS CITY SPONSORSHIP OF BOND ISSUE Hillside Community Hospital proposes to build a new facility on East Perkins. The hospital proposes the issuance of its bonds to finance the improvement. In order for the interest on such bonds to be exempt from federal taxation specific requirements must be met. Among these requirements is the necessity for the state or political subdivision to have a beneficial interest in the facility during the financing period and to agree to accept title to the hospital when the bonds have been paid off . Hillside Hospital requests that the City perform these functions. The following persons were present in the audience and spoke in favor of subject request: Miss Shirley Munroe, Hillside Hospital Administrator Mr. Whitting, Carriage Corporation Kenneth Jones, Bond Counsel Each answered questions posed by Council during a lengthy discussion. The following points were brought out in favor of the proposal: 1. Advantage of keeping money in the community rather than going outside the city for conventional financing . 2. Hospital will utilize only seven acres of subject parcel. 3 . Selling off 2/3 of the property which is now pear orchard would be subject to substantial tax for the City. 4. City would own property at the end of bond period. 5. New building costs less than utilizing remodeled existing facility (Community Hospital) . Some of the questions raised and objections expressed were: 1. Will Council have hospital fighting City as to what goes in commercial zone? 2. County wants to get out of the hospital business - city getting into it. 3 . Would Carriage Corporation' s client be Hillside or the City? 4. If Council agrees with the proposal is the city putting seal of approval on the project. 5. It appears that Council is approving funding a project and then deciding if it wantsthe creation - the cart before the horse. 6. Concern with shifting of the agricultural land. 7. Like to see area stay with General Plan. 8. Loss of revenue to the City. 9. Concerned about land use question. Question of voting on something you have a financial interest in. 10. Possibility of hospital providing payments in lieu of taxes. 28 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 17, 1975 - PAGE 3 Councilwoman Pearson made a motion a resolution be adopted approving in principle a proposal for construction of a replacement of the Hillside Community Hospital to be financed by issuance of tax exempt obligations. After further Council discussion Councilwoman Pearson withdrew the motion. On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried to instruct the City Manager to meet with hospital representatives to discuss subject matter further and bring a proposal to Council for consideration at the next meeting . MAYOR WEINKAUF DECLARED A FIVE MINUTE RECESS AT THIS POINT - 10: 50 p.m. RESOLUTION PROVIDING GUIDELINES GOVERNING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Subject resolution is identical to the one considered by the Ukiah Redevelopment Agency on this date. On a motion by Councilman Wood seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried to hold over further consideration of conflicts of interest resolution to October 1, 1975 meeting . RESOLUTION NO. 76-16 GRANTING VARIANCE TO CLARK POST, MARWEN DR. Subject application had been considered by the Planning Commission under Variance Application No. 76-4 . The request was to reduce minimum rear yard from 15 feet to 12 feet to permit addition to dwelling at 1113 Marwen Drive. Planning Commission findings dated September 8, 1975 recommended the variance be granted. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard T- it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 76-16 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Clark Post" . RESOLUTION NO. 76-17 AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE TO REAL PROPERTY PURCHASE AGREEMENT (MELISSA CARPENTER KENDRICK) City Manager reported the inventory on subject property has been completed and are in the process of being typed in final form. The Agreement has been drafted which removes restrictions on the rear property and is ready for Council consideration. Councilman NOrgard thanked the City Manager, Melissa and Mr. Kendrick for their cooperation on this project. He expressed his appreciation to Melissa for wanting to make this property a memorial to Grace Hudson. Its art and history make it of great value to the city in years to come. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 76-17 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing The Mayor And Clerk To Sign Real Property Purchase Agreement" . RESOLUTION NO. 76-18 ESTABLISHING GREENS FEES FOR THE GOLF COURSE On a motion by Councilman Simpson seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was carried by the following roll vote Resolution No. 76-18 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Establishing Greens Fees For The Municipal Golf Course" AYES: Councilwoman Pearson, Councilmen Norgard, Simpson, Mayor Weinkauf NOES: Councilman Wood ABSENT: None MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 17, 1975 - PAGE 4 LEAGUE LEGISLATIVE BULLETIN AB 700 PEACE OFFICERS TENURE ACT City Manager reported subject bill would mandate the creation of a 3 party arbitration panel to pass final judgment on cases of peace officer discipline. The decision of this panel could only be reviewed by the city council or the courts. City Manager recommended opposition be voiced on subject matter. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Wood, it was unanimously carried to direct City Manager write Governor Brown ex- pressing our opposition to this bill and request his veto of AB700. KENNEDY ENGINEERS TO CONDUCT WATER QUALITY & TREATMENT STUDY City Manager reported Kennedy Engineers has submitted a proposal to develop an approach to solve increased turbidity at the Ranney Collector. With the passage of the Federal Safe Drinking Water Standards Act it is essential that we take steps now to determine if additional treatment will be required to meet the new requ irements. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was unanimously carried to accept the proposal of Kennedy Engineers and direct staff to proceed with the study. ACCEPTANCE OF SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS OAK MANOR SUBDIVISION UNIT 2F On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilwoman Pearson it was unanimously carried to accept improvements in Oak Manor Sub- division Unit 2F and assume maintenance and operation thereof . BID FOR THREE AXLE DIESEL DUMP TRUCK TO UNDERWOOD FORD-MERCURY City Manager reviewed bids received for subject vehicle: Jack Staley Volkswagen $29, 099. 22 Willimas White Truck Sales $27 ,400. 00* (Withdrew bid-unable to Underwood Ford-Mercury $27 , 649. 86 furnish) John Stegemann, Inc. $30, 913 . 02 On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried to award the bid for a three axle diesel dump truck to Underwood Ford-Mercury in the total amount of $27 , 649.86. BID FOR 2 STR. ALUMINUM CONDUCTOR TO GENERAL ELECTRIC SUPPLY CO City Manager reviewed bids received for subject material: G. E. Supply $8, 496. 96 incl tax Industrial Electric 10,483 . 40 Amf ac Electric 91845. 28 Concolidated Electric 9, 752. 00 If of Alternate 91010. 00 Maydwell & Hartzell 10, 172. 82 Westinghouse Electric 9, 921. 60 if it Alternate 81967 . 60 On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to award the bid for 20, 000 feet 2 str . aluminum 15 KV concentric Neutral to G. E. Supply Company in the total amount of $8, 496. 96. 30 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 17, 1975 - PAGE 5 AWARD OF BID FOR A.C. SURFACINGS ON CITY STS. AND ANTON STADIUM PARKING LOT TO PARNUM PAVING Parnum Paving was the only company who bid subject project. Funding for the work is provided in the current budget. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson It was unanimously carried the bid for asphalt surfacings on Anton Stadium Parking Lot, Mazzoni Street and Barkeley Way and West Gobbi be awarded to Parnum Paving in the total amount of $28, 449. 80. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard expressed his thanks to the street department for repair of a hole in a street which had become a problem. JACK PEARSON Jack Pearson reported difficulty in hearing what Council was being .said during most of the meeting . COUNCILWOMAN PEARSON On a motion by Councilwoman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was carried by the following roll call vote to have a public address system installed in the Council Chambers. AYES: Councilwoman Pearson, Councilman Norgard, Wood, Simpson and Mayor Wei.nkauf .. NOES: None ABSENT: None ADJOURNMENT - Mayor Weinkauf adjourned the meeting at 11: 40 p.m. after which the Council adjourned to Executive Session to make Commission appointments. mayor ATTEST: 1 City Clerk