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Home My WebLink Aboutmin 1975-02-05 P MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 5, 1975 - PAGE 1 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8 : 02 p.m. with Councilmen Weinkauf, Wood, and Mayor Pearson present. Councilmen Norgard and Simpson were absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Weinkauf led in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried the minutes of the regular meeting of January 15, 1975, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Wood it vias unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #139 to #301 inclusive for the period of December 29, 1974, to January 11, 1975, inclusive in the total amount of $63, 276. 86 be approved. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried General Warrants #381 to #448 inclusive in the total amount of $57 , 979. 59 be approved and ordered paid. PUBLIC HEARING-ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 75-26 (DRS. MASSENGILL & COOK) Subject application is a request for a change in zoning from R-2 , - Multiple Family District to R-3 , General Multiple Family Distrist for the southeast corner of South Dora Street and Observatory Avenue. Affidavits of Publication of the required legal notice of the hear- ing as well as Affidavits of Posting and Mailing were placed on file. Planning Commission findings dated January 29, 1975, were read recommending approval of the proposed zone changes. Public hearing was opened at 8: 05 p.m. There was no one present in the audience to oppose or to speak in favor of subject application. Public hearing was closed at 8 : 06 p.m. Council action is set forth in the introduction of the ordinance set forth in the next order of business. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 666 AMENDING CODE BY REZONING PROPERTY (ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 75-26) On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried to introduce Ordinance No. 666 by title, "An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Amending Chapter 2 Division 9 Of The Ukiah City Code By Rezoning Property From Existing R-2 Zone To R-3 Zone (Zone Change Application No. 75-26, Drs. Massengill and Cook) " . ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 664 RENUMBERING ORDINANCE NO. 653 On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried Ordinance No. 664 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Renumbering Ordinance No. 653" . ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 665 (ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 75-23) On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried Ordinance NO. 665 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Amending Chapter 2 , Division 9 Of The Ukiah City Code By Rezoning Property From Existing C-M Zone to M Zone (Zone Change Application No. 74-23 , Initiated By Planning Commission) " . MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 5, 1975 - PAGE 2 RESOLUTION NO. 75-46 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CETA TITLE II SUBGRANT On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-46 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing The Execution Of . A Comprehensive Employment And Training Act Title II Sub-Grant" . RESOLUTION NO. 75-47 AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE OF PUBLIC BUS TRANSPORTATION JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf , seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-47 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing The Signature Of The Public Bus Transportation - Pilot Program Joint Powers Agreement" . CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES DENIED (BOBBY DEAN SCHULTZ AND STEPHEN CARAVELLO) The City Attorney reported Mr. Schultz alleged an adjustment ring to a manhole cover flipped up causing damage to the right rear fender and bumper of his pickup. Mr. Caravello alleged a police car backed into claimant' s vehicle. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried the claims for damages by Schultz and Caravello be denied and referred to the insurance carrier as recommended by the City Attorney. AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL DISTRICT AGREEMENT On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Wood, it was unanimously carried to approve "Amendment To Agreement Between The City Of Ukiah And The Ukiah Unified School District To Carry OUt A Program Of Community Recreation" and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. PROGRESS REPORT - HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT PRE-APPLICATION Mr. Russell Near, Chairman of the Citizens Committee for Community Development Priorities gave a detailed progress report of said committee. The committee has determined the programs should address expanding the water collection and storage facilities for the city; expand the housing for low income persons, the handicapped and the elderly; and revitalization of the downtown area. An estimated cost of each of said programs wasa part of the progress report. Mr. Near pointed out that these recommendations are part of a pre application form which must be submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) office in San Francisco prior to March 1. HUD officials met with city staff and interested citizens January 28 and 29th to review their re- quirements for application submission. Council indicated an interest in priorities expressed by the committee and in the event that the pre-application is approved, if the city is "locked in" to the projects set forth in the pre- application. It was explained that the sub-committees of the citizens committee stipulated priorities which are set forth in the minutes of said committee. It was pointed out that if the amount approved is less than that requested, then priorities will have to be set. It was the understanding from the HUD officials that the city is not "locked in" to the projects in the pre- application, i.e. the dollar amounts can be "shuffled" at a later date. Another report will be given the Council prior to the final application. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 5, 1975 - PAGE 3 On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried to instruct the City Manager to file the pre application with HUD for federal funds under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. PROGRESS REPORT - SIDEWALK PROGRAM City Manager reported the Board of Supervisors and State Manpower Office has approved the city' s request for 31 positions under Title VI of CETA. Funding has been provided for a three month period beginning March 1, 1975. There are currently approximately 1400 properties (19 miles) in the city lacking sidewalk. It was ex- plained that the original concept before CETA funds became avail- able, was outlined in a letter from the Chamber of Commerce to property owners wherein the city would supply the engineering and administration costs and interested property owners would bear labor and material costs. Because of the labor now available and the time constraint of a March 1, 1975 start up date, City Manager recommended modification of the original concept with the City con- tributing materials to eliminate all costs to property owners. To implement the sidewalk construction program, City Manager recommended that the Building Official be assigned as project manager for the period of this assignment at a salary of $1707/month; recruit a temporary building inspector; appropriate revenue sharing funds to cover salary, equipment rental and materials cost for 12 miles of work; and establish a construction priority to high traffic areas. Councilman Weinkauf was of the opinion some project would have to be eliminated in order to do this work, and stated, in his opinion, the property owners should bear some of the cost of the project. Councilman Wood stated consideration should be given to how high the sidewalk project should be rated - with the possibility of giving up another project. City Manager stated this as being an unusual opportunity that will not occur again. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Mayor Pearson, it was carried by a majority voice vote to approve the sidewalk program as recommended by the City Manager. REDEVELOPMENT SEMINAR & RECONSIDERATION OF REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ORDINANCE City Manager reported subject seminar was held February 3rd to consider the proposed establishment of a redevelopment agency. Attendance was small. Property owners were concerned about the cost, however, a majority of those in attendance appeared to be agreeable to proceed with the project. Councilman Weinkauf and Mayor Pearson indicated general approval with the establishment of subject agency. Councilman Wood brought up questions for Council consideration - (1) If Council accepts the concept of an agency, the scope of the agency should be discussed in detail; (2) if accepted, can Council devote the time required;, (3) it appears subject matter is not a ballot issue; (4) not convinced that the Council should create the agency. Mr. Lee Enemark, Book Revue, stated he is in favor of a redevelopment -- agency. He also stated every survey has pointed out that the primary problem in a rural community is the possibility of the core of the downtown area being de-centralized. The business community is behind a joint city-county-merchants cooperation to revitalize the downtown area. Council determined subject decision merits full Council attention so subject matter will again be discussed at a subsequent meeting. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 5, 1975 - PAGE 4 RESOLUTION NO. 75-48 ACCEPTING IMPROVEMENTS & APPROVING FINAL MAP OAK MANOR SUBDIVISION UNIT #3 On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf , seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-48 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution --� Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Accepting Improvement And Approving Final Map Of Oak Manor Subdivision No. 3" . AWARD OF BID FOR POWER POLES TO J. H. BAXTER, SAN MATEO City Manager reviewed the bids received for power poles as follows: Class 3 Class 3 , 20 - 0 ft . 20 - 55 ft . lis CORMICK Fc BAXT:�li Fir: • 3,649.00 4-JM -00 1 : 30 Days TOTAL: 8, 289 .00 Alternate Bid Cedar: - - NO BID - - - - NO BCD - - - ioaTH PACIFIC LE=. CO. Fir : - - NO BID - - - - N0 31_D - - - Alternate Bid Cedar: $ 31460 .00 $ L�,1110 .00 ,1 : March 15 or sooner TO AL : 7, 900.00 H. BAXTER CO1,1PANY Fir : - - 110 BI:D - - - - NO BID - - - Alternate Bid Cedar: $ „3,2 �' ,818 .00 �... 1 : -6weeks ARO OTr�L, : 7 09.0 LJ. CARNEY & CO. Fir: - - NO BID - - - - NO BID - - Alternate Bid Cedar: On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried to award the bid for power poles to J. H. Baxter Company in the total amount of $7109. 00. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR TURF AERATOR On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf _.. I it was unanimously carried the Clerk be directed to call for bids for a turf aerator, bids to be received prior to 2 : 00 p.m. February 25, 1975. RESOLUTION NO. 75-49 AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF PROPERTY (ORNBAUN LOT) On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-49 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing Expenditure Of Funds For Purchase Of Real Property (Ornbaun Lot) " . MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 5, 1975 - PAGE5 WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE) Mr. Dean DeVries, a member of subject committee reviewed a letter which had been forwarded to elected officials of the City and County requesting cooperation in bringing industry to the area. The committee indicated that in the past progress has been stalemated which leaves the committee with two choices - to stop trying to bring industry to Ukiah or to enlist the cooperation of the City and County. Reference was made particularly to the required Environmental Impact Reports and the length of time it takes to gain approval before a proposed industry can finalize its site plans. City Manager pointed out three instances in the last year where EIR clearance was secured in 15 days and assured the committee every effort will be made to continue said cooperation. COUNCILMAN WEINKAUF Councilman Weinkauf stated he was glad to see Perkins Street improvement project beginning. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Pearson adjourned the meeting at 9: 46 p.m. after which the Council reconvened in Litigation and Personnel Session. Mayor ATTEST: i