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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 1974-08-21 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 21, 1974 - PAGE 1 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8 : 02 p.m. with Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Wood, Simpson, and Mayor Pearson present. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was given by the Reverend Mr. Elmer Schmitt and Councilman Wood led in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried the minutes of the regular meeting of August 7, 1974, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #3669 to #3807 inclusive for the period of July 28th to August 10, 1974, inclusive in the total amount of $63 , 583 . 12 be approved. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried the General Warrants #4494 to #4624 inclusive in the total amount of $163 , 947. 80 be approved and ordered paid. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 659 (PREZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 74-44) On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to introduce by title, "An Ordinance Of The City Of Ukiah Amending Chapter 2, Division 9 Of The Ukiah City Code By Rezoning Property From Existing A-1 (County Classi- fication) to C-2 (City Classification) (Prezone Change Application No. 74-44) " . FURTHER DISCUSSION OF GENERAL PLAN Subject matter was referred to the Planning Commission for con- sideration of three points set forth in the August 7th Council minutes. Carol Walker, Lampman and Associates, reported Planning Commission action on subject points which were set forth in a memorandum dated August 16, 1974. Jack Cox was present in the audience and spoke to each of the points indicating his reservations regarding, (1) the wording of open space - the wording of public rights and open space not guaranteed; (2) Planning Commission reasoning behind the decision to extend office-professional land use category south of the hospital to Washington Avenue on Dora Street; '(3) concern with the intent of the redefinition of the southern boundary of the planning area. Council discussed each point contained in the August 16th memo from the Planning Consultant after which there was a general concensus to delete a portion of the wording of Item #1. In Item #2, extension of commercial uses on Dora Street to Beacon Lane, consideration was given to extension of commercial uses only on the east side of South Dora. Richard Avey, Planning Director, pointed out that a buffer zone is best along back lot lines as opposed to middle of a street. This would reduce con- flict when the zoning is considered at a later date. In Item #3, redefining the southern boundary of the planning area, consideration was given to elimination of a portion of the area proposed as marginal agricultural. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 21, 1974 - PAGE 2 On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to amend the General Plan text by adopting the language in Item #1 of the Planning Consultant' s August 16th memorandum to Line 6, " . . . land adjacent to the freeway" . On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to amend the General Plan text by adopting the language in Item #2 of the Planning Consultant' s August 16th memorandum. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was carried by the following roll call vote to amend the General Plan text in Item #3 of the Planning Consultant' s August 16th memorandum to eliminate from the map the area south of Cox-Schrader Road AM on the west side of the freeway. AYES: Councilmen Norgard, Simpson, Pearson NOES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Wood. RESOLUTION NO. 75-16 ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was carried by the following roll vote Resolution No. 75-16 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Finding Environmental Impact Report Sufficient and Adopting General Plan" . AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Wood, Simpson, Mayor Pearson NOES: None ABSENT: None DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED UTILITY DISCOUNT FOR SENIOR CITIZENS Councilman Wood stated the proposed resolution establishing a utility discount for Senior Citizens expressed the idea he had on subject matter. Councilman Norgard stated in this particular case the City is offering an expenditure of $15, 000 per year and no where is there any evidence of revenue to replace it. In his opinion, this is not the proper place for subject resolution - it should be fair for everyone. Councilman Wood referred to the money spent on city streets that does nothing for those who do not drive and also to the money put into recreation from which only a few benefit. Council- men Weinkauf and Simpson were of the opinion the people should decide the matter. Mayor Pearson pointed out her support in the past for the Senior Citizens, however, in this case, she concurred with Councilman NOrgards ' s statement on subject matter. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was carried by the following roll call vote to hold a public hearing to consider a utility discount for senior citizens. AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Wood, Simpson NOES: Councilman Norgard and Mayor Pearson ABSENT: None RESOLUTION NO. 75-17 (GREATER UKIAH SENIOR CITIZENS) On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-17 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing Execution Of Contract With Greater Ukiah Senior Citizens" . RESOLUTION NO. 75-18 (COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE) On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-18 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing Execution Of An Agreement With The Mendocino County Chamber of Commerce For The Fiscal Year 1974-75" . MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 21, 1974 - PAGE 3 RESOLUTION NO. 74-19 (CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE) On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-19 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing Execution Of An Agreement For Promotional Services With The Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce" . COUNCILMAN NORGARD WAS EXCUSED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING-9:23 P.M. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 660 (GARBAGE) City Manager reviewed changes in the existing ordinance which had been added and deleted and set forth in the proposed ordinance. City Manager stated subject changes increase the flexibility for Council to take whatever approach it feels to be appropriate. Attorney Jim Luther, representing Modern Disposal Company was present in the audience and indicated Mr. Bowen is interested in bidding for the garbage contract. Mr. Luther questioned the need for an ordinance to increase flexibility when the existing ordinance is indeed flexible in that it provides that the Council can reject all bids after a determination that there is not a responsible bidder. Mr. Luther stated there are people other than the present franchise holder who are able to/qRe job and asked what advantage there is to eliminate the requirement of bidding. Councilman Wood explained that negotiations gives the City additional flexibility through collective bargaining procedure that the city may not be able to get in a bidding procedure. Negotiations with the three firms in- terested in the franchise would give all a chance. Attorney Bob Fowler, representing Northern Disposal was present in the audience and indicated the owner ' s desire to bid for the garbage contract. He asked why not give others a chance to bid; it appears Council is trying to "wash out" others who are interested in bidding. Mr. Fowler alleged the Council is not interested in the man on the street, but in the greatest rebate to the City; that the proposal is secret negotiations vs. public bidding . On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it carried by the following roll call vote to introduce Ordinance No. 660 by title, ."An ..Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Amending And Repealing Certain Sections Of Division 5, Chapter 5 Of The Ukiah City Code" . AYES:Councilmen Weinkauf, Wood, Simpson, Mayor Pearson NOES: None PUBLIC HEARING DATE SET (ZONE CHANGE ABSENT: Councilman Norgard. APPL. NO. 75-2) SOUTH SIDE CHERRY ST. On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf , seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried to set September 4, 1974 , as the date for public hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 75-2, south side of Cherry Street. PROPOSAL TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR LEASE OF UNUSED AIRPORT LAND of subject matter Council discussion/resulted in the following determination: 1) Proposed revenue is not comparable to the amount of revenue involved. 2) Subject property should be left in its original condition in the event the city has to go back to the abatement of weeds in the area. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to table the matter for lease of unused airport land. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 21, 1974 - PAGE 4 REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR 1500 KVA TRANSFORMER On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried to call for bids for one 1500 KVA pad mount trans- former, bids to be received prior to 2 : 00 p.m. , September 11, 1974 . REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR WATER PIPE & MISCL. FITTINGS On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to authorize the Clerk to call for bids for 8" water pipe and miscellaneous fittings , bids to be received prior to 2: 00 p.m. , September 10, 1974 . BID AWARD FOR PARKING METER ENFORCEMENT VEHICLE TO GOLDEN BEAR EQUIPMENT, BERKELEY City Manager reviewed the tabulation of bids received for subject vehicle as follows and recommended the bid be awarded to the low bidder: Patterson Lift Truck,Oakland $2613 , 40 Golden Bear Equipment, Berkeley $2215. 36 Elder & Company, Hayward $2981. 78 On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried to award the bid for one 3-wheeled parking meter enforcement vehicle to Golden Bear Equipment in the total amount of $2215. 36. BID AWARD FOR MISCL. ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT TO AMFAC ELECTRIC, INDUSTRIAL ELECTRIC, AND CONSOLIDATED ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTOR City Manager reviewed the tabulation of bids received for subject equipment as follows and recommended the bid be awarded as circled on each tabulation: SEE CITY CLERK FOR TABULATIONS 0.00 Per M *85.00 Not Stated ited Del: 8 weeks :S:U;l �00 Tax: 822.00-� 22.00 AMM 3.75 Per M $588.50 De 1: Nat 30 days F�rei�leeks Del: Stock, Fresno Term Tax: g06 5.00 -- - NO BID - - AR 0 .5.8o . 0 NO BID aks ., MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 21, 1974 - PAGE 5 BID AWARD FOR REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT TO EMPIRE TRACTOR CO. , ROHNERT PARK City Manager reviewed bids received for a backhoe loader and turf type tractor as follows and recommended the bid be awarded to the Empire .Tractor Company. Backhoe Loader � Ukiah Ford Tractor $14, 400. 00 - Net with trade H & L Equipment, Ukiah $12, 536. 84 - Net with trade Empire TRactor, Rohnert Park $13 , 960. 00 - Net with trade Representatives of Empire Tractor and H & L Equipment were present in the audience and spoke concerning the differences in the equip- ment bid. The City Engineer stated the equipment bid by H & L Equipment was underbid and was not up to the city specifications. On a motion by Councilman Wood, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to award the bid for one backhoe loader to Empire Tractor in the total amount of $13 , 960. 00. Turf Type Tractor Ukiah Ford Tractor $ 61500. 00 - Net with trade H & L Equipment, Ukiah $10, 792. 70 - if it " Empire Tractor, Rohnert Park $ 51900. 00 - it of " On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to award the bid for one turf type tractor to Empire Tractor Company in the total amount of $5 , 900. 00 . BID FOR ARTICULATING WHEEL LOADER Subject matter will be held over to look over proposals in more detail. BID AWARD FOR FENCING AT AIRPORT (ELECTRIC SHOP) City Manager reviewed bids received for subject fencing as follows and recommended the bid be awarded to the low bidder: Benjamin Steel Supply, Ukiah $3, 378. 00 Cyclone Fence Sales, Santa Rosa $2 , 989 . 00 San Jose Steel Co, Oakland $3 . 440. 00 On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf ET was unanimously carried to award the bid for a six foot chain link fence with redwood pickets for the electric shop at the airport to Cyclone Fence Sales , Santa Rosa in the total amount of $2989 . 00 . APPROVAL OF TELEPROMPTER RATE INCREASE Subject matter was continued from the August 7th meeting. City Manager reported a change in the pro-forma is the only change since the last meeting. Mayor Pearson reported the matter for considera- tion is the rate increase only. The request to require developers to perform certain work was withdrawn. Attorney Leo Cook, repre- senting Teleprompter, was present in the audience and reported the - - Board of Supervisors approved the rate increase for areas outside the city limits and the same rates are before the Council for consideration at this time. Council action is set forth in the following resolut-ion. RESOLUTION NO. 75-20 ESTABLISHING RATES FOR CABLE TELEVISION SERVICE On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Wood it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-20 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Establishing Rates For Cable Television Service" . MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 21, 1974 - PAGE 6 REQUEST FROM UKIAH DOLPHINS PARENT GROUP Subject matter will go to the Recreation and Parks Commission next week and back to the Council for recommendation. BARBARA GRAUMAN Mrs. Barbara Graumann was present in the audience and stated she would like to fill the vacancy on the Recreation Commission, representing minorities. Councilman Wood stated he was glad to see interested citizens come forward to ask for such appointments . COUNCILMAN WEINKAUF Councilman Weinkauf asked when Perkins Street is going to be done. City Engineer stated the delay is cost and changing services. The project could be completed by the first of the year. COUNCILMAN WOOD Councilman Wood asked the status of the hillside, near Highland. City Engineer reported the expected plan from the Soil Conservation people has not been received. The matter will be checked out. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson stated in the interest of paint up, clean up that the city encourages, he would 'suggest the Fire Department take a look at the need for painting fire hydrants and poles, specifically the one located at the corner of Dora and Washington. MAYOR PEARSON Mayor Pearson reported the ' 76 Bicentennial committee, in conjunction with Ukiah clubs, is trying to arrive at an improvement project for the City. The Mayor suggested upgrading sidewalks throughout the City is an example of a project that could be considered. City Manager reported this project is part of the city' s capital improvement fund and indicated ways in which the project may be funded. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Pearson adjourned the meeting at 10: 40 p.m. after which Council reconvened in Executive Session. RESOLUTION NO. 75-21 APPOINTING MEMBER TO RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION (BARBARA GRAUMAN) On a motion by Mayor Pearson, seconded by Councilman Wood, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-21 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of Ukiah Appointing Member to Recreation & Parks Commission (Barbara Grauman) " , RESOLUTION NO. 75-22 APPOINTING MEMBER TO AIRPORT COMMISSION (WALTER MUELLER) On a motion by Mayor Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 75-22 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of Ukiah Appointing Member to Airport Commission (Walter Mueller) " . VUV Mayor ATTEST: 1 City Clerk