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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 1974-05-15 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 15, 1974 - PAGE 1 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8: 04 p.m. with Councilmen Norgard, Simpson and Mayor pro tem Weinkauf present. Councilman Wood and Mayor Pearson were absent. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was led by the Reverend Mr. Elmer Schmitt and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Simpson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES I I On a motion by Councilman NOrgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried the minutes of the regular meeting of May 1, 1974, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #2611 to #2771 inclusive for the period of April 16th to April 30, 1974, inclusive be approved in the total amount of $59, 637 . 07 . GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried General Warrants #3968 to #4089 inclusive in the total amount of $140, 666. 66 be approved and ordered paid. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM Mayor pro tem Weinkauf reported this as being the time and place for the public hearing regarding subject program. The matter had been -t continued from the previous meeting to allow sufficient time for compliance. City Manager recommended adoption of the resolution following the close of the public hearing . The public hearing was declared open at 8 : 08 p.m. Mr. Paul Trouette, 333 North Main, was present in the audience to inquire of City policy for clearing property of the aged people who are unable to do the required work and to inquire as to the hourly wage paid city employees and equipment performing the work. City procedure was explained by the City Manager and the City Engineer. It appeared that Mr. Trouette did not understand the procedure so he was advised to contact the City Manager to determine what could be done to lessen the burden this procedure alleges to create on the aged. The public hearing was dealcred closed at 8 : 12 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 74-56 DIRECTING ABATEMENT OF WEEDS, RUBBISH, REFUSE & DIRT ON CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-56 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Directing The Abatement Of Weeds, Rubbish, Refuse and Dirt On Certain Parcels Of Land In the City Of Ukiah" . PUBLIC HEARING - BUSINESS LICENSE FEES An increase in business license fees was adopted by the Council during the current fiscal year. Said fees were based on the previous schedule the City had used for several years with the percent of increase lower in the lower gross receipts categories and a greater increase in the higher gross receipts categories. Sub- sequently, the Downtown Businessmen' s Association and the Chamber of Commerce took action to oppose the new rate schedule and a committee of business representatives asked that a new schedule be drawn up according to average rates of return on gross. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 15, 1974 - PAGE 2 Subsequent to that Mr. Art Underwood contacted the City Manager and requested that an acorss the board increase of 100% based on the 1972 fee schedule be considered. The result of committee meetings with representatives of the Chamber of Commerce Board and the Down- town Businessmen' s Association and city staff was endorsement of the proposed resolution based on average rates of return. Under the current procedure for adoption of utility rates, a public hearing is required and this is the reason subject matter appears before the Council at this time. Public hearing was declared open at 8 : 15 p.m. The following persons were present in the audience to speak in opposition to the proposed resolution: John Stegeman, Stegeman Motors Conrad Cox, Attorney Paul Trouette, 333 North Main Jack Staley, Volkswagen Bill Clark, formerly Ukiah Motor Sales Points of objection and suggestions were: 1) According to the proposed schedule, a business could fall into several classifications and thus several fees could be charged. It was explained that the amount of license paid would be on the basis of the primary type business conducted. 2) Automobile dealers are fighting a price and expense structure and a fee from $50 to $500 appears to be unreasonable. 3) Proposed resolution has technical problems. 4) Proposed resolution lacks fairness in dealing with all the business people. 5) Proposed resolution is shortsighted in the way it is drafted. 6) Allegation that enforcement of the license fee has been a problem. 7) Adoption of proposed resolution could cause businesses to locate outside the city inasmuch as county fees are less .than City fees. 8) It is unreasonable to take action with 3/5 Council represented. 9) Not aware of committee meeting held which resulted in drafting of subject resolution. 10) Rate should be based on the cost of living increase since the old rate was adopted. Jack Cox, Cox Realty was present in the audience and stated he served on the economic and civic development committee recommending the proposed resolution. He stated a representative of the automobile dealers was advised of efforts being made by the -committee. He requested to speak to a problem he alleged to be common with the City, i.e. adoption of matters hurriedly, then finding it necessary to compromise. Such a situation, in Mr. Cox ' s opinion, is unwholesome. Public hearing was declared closed at 8: 35 p.m. Council pointed out that costs are increasing; revenues must be increased also. It was the general consensus that the proposed license fee is workable and equitable. Council determined the duplicate categories should be clarified and the types of business reviewed to assure that none are omitted. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to continue the public hearing to consider business license fees to the June 5th meeting. RESOLUTION NO. 74-57 APPROVING FINAL MAP-NOKOMIS ACRES SUBDIVISION #5 On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-57 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Approving The Final Map For Nokomis Acres Unit Five Subdivision" . a i MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 15, 1974 - PAGE3 VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 74-33 RONALD PARKER, 1400 LOCKWOOD DRIVE Subject application is to permit the elimination of covered off- street parking space at subject location. Planning Commission recommended approval of application subject to stipulations set forth in the following named resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 74-58 GRANTING VARIANCE TO RONALD PARKER On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-48 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Ronald Parker" . RESOLUTION NO. 74-59 GRANTING VARIANCE TO CHIARA M. BINI SEXTON Subject application is to permit construction of a 6 foot high fence in required front setback area. Planning Commission recommended approval of application. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-49 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Chiara M. Bini Sexton" . The City Attorney reported the stipulation set forth in the above named resolution to install a stop sign on Park Place at Park Blvd. has been approved by the Traffic Committee. RESOLUTION NO. 74-60 GRANTING VARIANCE TO JAMES L. LANCASTER Subject application is to permit reduction in minimum required lot frontage and minimum required rear yard. Planning Commission recommended approval of application. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-60 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance to James L. Lancaster" . APPROVAL OF WATER SERVICE TO HOSPITALITY HOUSE MOTEL Owners of the Hospitality House Motel at Talmage Road and the Freeway have requested water service from the City System to fulfill code requirements for subject motel. Recommendation to permit subject extension with certain stipulations, was set forth in a memorandum dated May 15, 1974 , from the City Engineer and was reviewed in detail by the City Manager. Mr. Bill Townsend, 24 Lorraine was present in the audience to determine how subject proposal would effect his water service. It was explained that subject proposal would improve his service. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried authorize staff to proceed to provide water service to Hospitality House Motel as set forth in the memorandum from the City Engineer dated May 15, 1974. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 15, 1974 - PAGE 4 PUBLIC HEARING DATE SET ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 74-35 INITIATED BY PLANNING COMMISSION On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried to set public hearing date for June 5 , 1974, to consider Zone Change Application No. 74-35 initiated by the Planning Commission. i CONSIDERATION OF LEASES RECOMMENDED BY AIRPORT COMMISSION At a special meeting, the Airport Commission recommended Council consideration of two leases on airport property. Proposed terms and conditions are set forth in the Airport Commission minutes dated May 7 , 1974. One lease is from J. M. and H. C. Jensen to conduct a retail nursery business. The second request is from Arnold Larsen for a grazing lease. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried to approve the lease of airport property with J. M. and H. C. Jensen in accordance with the terms set forth in the Airport Commission minutes dated May 7 , 1974, and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign same. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard it was unanimously carried to call for bids for grazing lease of approximately 17 acres of airport property located generally on the south east side of the airport, outside the perimeter fencing. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR A CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION CAMERA FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT On a motion by Councilman NOrgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to call for bids for closed circuit television camera and monitor, including installation, for the Police Department, bids to be received prior to May 28, 1974, 2: 00 p.m. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR 36 PADMOUNTED TRANSFORMERS On a motion by Councilman S ' pso seconded by Councilman Norgard it was carriedby the following roll/cai; Mi for bids for 36 padmounted transformers of various sizes, bids to be received prior to 2 : 00 p.m. May 28, 1974. AYES: Councilmen Norgard, Simpson, and Mayor pro tem Weinkauf. NOES : None ABSENT: Councilman Wood and Mayor Pearson. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION RE GARBAGE CONTRACT Attorney Jim Luther, representing Mr. Marvin Bowen, Modern Disposal Company had asked for time on the agenda to speak concerning the garbage contract and the recent request of Ukiah Solid Waste for irenewal of its contract with the city. He advised the Council that Mr. Bowen is interested in bidding for said service if there are negotiations before the present contract expries or when it expires. City Manager reported that prior to the expiration of the existing contract, the ordinance could be amended to the extent that the bidding procedure will not be required. Mr. Bowen stated he is a qualified contractor, has given the city satisfactory service for 8 years in the past and would like the opportunity to again give satisfactory service. In his opinion, the fair procedure would be to put the contract out to bid. { MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 15, 1974 - PAGE 5 AIRPORT COMMISSIONER DUPERTUIS Airport Commissioner DuPertuis was present in the audience and thanked the Council for the favorable action concerning leases at the airport. At that same meeting there was a request that the airport revenues be credited to the airport and he wanted to be assured that this request was considered also. He stated the Commission has made an effort to increase revenue, there now is a completely new industry and the airport is becoming more important. Councilman Norgard stated that the Council has requested that the Airport Commission raise revenues and in his opinion the Commission should be complimented for their actions in this regard. Council determined that the airport revenue be credited to the airport as requested in the Airport Commission Minutes dated May 7, 1974. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson asked if Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 85 will create any problems and was advised that we were not aware of any problems. SPEEDING AT ANTON STADIUM PARKING LOT Glenn Ericksen, Ukiah Daily Journal reported subject condition and suggested the Traffic Committee study the problem. City Manager reported it is a matter of enforcement by the Police Department and that perhaps traffic bumps would help. TRAFFIC HAZARD REPORTED Mr. Bill Townsend reported a traffic hazard that, in his opinion, exists on South State, from Underwood Ford, south. He asked _m if the city plans to extend the four lanes from this point as far as possible. It was pointed out that the extension of lane markings would be helpful and the matter would be considered by the Traffic Committee. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, Mayor pro tem Weinkauf adjourned the meeting at 10: 04 p.m. Ma or pro tem ATTEST: City Clerk l