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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 1974-02-06 i MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 61 1974 - PAGE 1 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8 : 04 p.m. with Councilmen Weinkauf , Buxton, Pearson and Mayor Simpson present. Councilman Norgard was absent. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was given by Mr. Jeff Simpson and Councilman Buxton led in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of Janu- ary 16, 1974, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #1624 to #1757 inclusive for the period of January lst to January 15, 1974, inclusive be approved in the total amount of $60, 677. 89. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried General Warrants #3355 to #3358 inclusive in the total amount of $12, 199. 43 and General Warrants #3359 to #3408 inclusive in the total amount of $55, 219 . 73 , be approved and ordered paid. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE UKIAH VALLEY TRAP CLUB Public hearing on subject matter was declared opened at 8 : 10 p.m., The City Attorney reported the Trap Club has centered its interest on one piece of property and negotiations are taking place for a rental figure that is agreeable to both parties. An agreement should be reached and the particulars worked out prior to the next meeting. The City Attorney recommended that the public hearing be continued to the February 20th meeting. Mr. Luther stated in light of good faith negotiations taking place to date there are no objections to continuing subject matter to the February 20th meeting. Mr. Luther also stated a law suit was filed five years ago in Superior Court by the residents of Rogina Heights to stop subject operation. The jury could not reach a verdict and the matter must be tried no later than November 19, 1974; so a memorandum will be filed requesting the matter be set for trial. The intent is that the matter will ' be resolved prior to that time. On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Pearson it was unanimously carried to continue the public hearing re- garding the Ukiah Valley Trap Club to February 20, 1974 . FURTHER DISCUSSION OF WATER RATES FOR MOBILE HOMES Mayor Simpson stated subject matter would be considered prior to the time indicated on the agenda and asked if there were any objections. Mr. Del Kennedy, spokesman for the group, stated he personally had no objections, but since the later hour for consideration of subject matter was indicated on the agenda, there may be those who would object. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 6, 1974 - PAGE 2 City Manager summarized the history of subject matter which had been heard at the December 5, 1973, Council meeting. Councilman Buxton asked if the committee meeting with the mobile home repre- sentatives resulted in any recommendations and was advised that it appeared to be the consensus that inasmuch as the rate increase would be an allowable business expense for the property owner, said increase should be paid by the property owner rather than the tenant. Councilman Weinkauf stated the committee discussed the possibility of adoption of a new ordinance, stressed their willingness to pay their fair share but the question was the manner in which it was to be collected. Council indicated agreement with the mobile home owner ' s proposal. It was pointed out that the proposal would result in no change in rates; only a change in the billing procedure. Councilman Buxton made a motion to hold a public hearing on subject matter and direct the City Manager to prepare and publish a report to this effect. Mayor Simpson asked Mr. Kennedy if this matter was stated correctly. Mr. Kennedy stated the intent was that the increase apply to all commercial accounts, not only the mobile-home property owners. Mr. Kennedy referred to the public works budget and questioned the amount charged to insurance and administrative expense. City Manager stated the questions were not pertinent to subject matter and could possibly be considered at a public hearing, but not at this time. The following persons were present and spoke concerning subject matter: Mike Zola, Director of Legal Services C. M. Cunningham, #17 Biltmore Vic DaMaris, 660 Leslie Ed Percado, 317 North Main Mr. Del Kennedy, 660 Leslie Jeanne Roundy, 316 North Main The consensus expressed by the above named persons was that the ordinance be rescinded and hold a public hearing to allow an opportunity for all objections to be heard. It was pointed out- (1) that the charge be put where it belongs - on the property owner; (2) that the mobile home owners have no tax break - their homes are depreciated each year as an automobile; (3) all commercial accounts should bear the increase. At this point Councilman Buxton rescinded his motion. Councilman Weinkauf stated in his opinion the ordinanct putting subject rates into effect is a good ordinance, that even though this has not been an official public hearing, a portion of several meetings have been spent hearing objections, and based on the fact that subject ordinance is fair and equitable, he will make a motion for Council consideration. On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Pearson it was carried by the following roll call vote to leave subject ordinance"as is" . AYES : Councilman Weinkauf , Buxton, Pearson, Mayor Simpson NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Norgard MAYOR SIMPSON DECLARED A RECESS AT THIS POINT - 9: 03 P.M. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 655 REZONING PROPERTY FROM R-2 TO C-2 (ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 74-12, H. A. MADDEN) On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was unanimously carried Ordinance No. 655 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 R-2 to C-2 (Zone Change Application No. 74-12, H. A. Madden) " . F MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 6, 1974 - PAGE 3 RESOLUTION NO. 74-36 AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 73-41 (CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970) On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 74-36 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Amending Resolution No. 73- 41 So As To Conform The Guidelines For Implementation Of The California Environmental Quality Act Of 1970 Therein Set Forth To State Of California Requirements" . AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Pearson, Mayor Simpson. NOES: Councilman Buxton ABSENT: Councilman Norgard. RESOLUTION NO. 74-37 ADOPTING CERTAIN ELECTRICAL USE CURTAILMENT MEASURES On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-37 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Adopting Certain Electrical Use Curtailment Measures" . News media will be adivsed of this action. APPROVAL OF TRANSFER OF TAXICAB PERMIT TO LAWRENCE PACINI Council had been furnished with copies of a letter from Mr. Pacini wherein he requested transfer of subject permit from Victor Jones to himself. On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Pearson it was unanimously carried to approve the transfer of taxicab permit from Victor Jones to Lawrence Pacini. AWARD OF BID FOR TELEMETERING EQUIPMENT TO INTERGRATED SYSTEMS, INC. City Manager reported there is only one qualified bidder for subject equipment and recommended the bid be awarded on the basis submitted by Intergrated Systems, Inc. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was carried by the following roll call vote to award the bid for telemetering equipment to Intergrated Systems , Inc. in the total amount of $8980 . 00. AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf , Buxton, Pearson, Mayor Simpson NOES : None ABSENT: Councilman NOrgard. AWARD OF BID FOR TWO TRUCKS TO COX MOTORS City Manager reported only one bid was received for subject vehicles and recommended the award to Cox Motors. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried the bid for one 3/4 ton truck in the amount of $3524. 54 and one 1-tan truck in the amount of $3907 . 02 be awarded to Cox Motors. APPROVAL OF RENTAL AGREEMENT AT AIRPORT BY UKIAH MOTOR SALES, INC. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was unanimously carried to approve the Rental Agreement and Airport Permit with Ukiah Motor Sales, Inc. and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 6, 1974 - PAGE 4 INVITATION TO COUNCIL FROM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE In a letter dated February 5, 1974 , the Chamber of Commerce extended an invitation to the Council to attend a reception in their honor at the Grange Hall, Tuesday, March 12th, 6 :30 p.m. TERMINATION OF LEASE OF AIRPORT PROPERTY WITH STANDARD OIL COMPANY City Manager reported Standard Oil Company is agreeable to termination of the lease and transferring the existing building to the City excluding the pumps and materials in the building. City Manager recommended acquiring title to the building and continue for city use for the fire and electric departments. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was unanimously carried to cancel the lease with Standard Oil Company and accept the bill of sale for the service station building. CORRESPONDENCE: PETITION FROM APPLE AND CHERRY STREET RESIDENTS City Manager reported a petition from the residents in the Apple Street and Cherry Street area had been presented calling attention to the fact there is a flooding problem in the area and asked for relief. City Manager stated the city has never assumed any responsibility or acquired ownership of these facilities. The City has been working solely to make corrections. In 1958 a study of drainage within the City was completed and recommended a bond issue to accomplish the necessary improvements. However, a .slower .approach to the problem was decided on. City Manager stated there is a recommendation set forth in the current capital improvement program wherein the city will assume additional responsibility in subject area. Coordination with the county is necessary, however the city should begin dealing with its problem. City Manager recommended the following points for Council consid- eration: 1) Policy decision to determine extent of city responsibility. 2) Direct staff to obtain right of way acquisition .from property owners. 3) Consider an ordinance that would control the work property owners could co.; od the dr ina�� gtion .of tthe capital im rove- 4) Approve funding/anprocee wieprodecmeprogram 5) An annual maintenance cost of $10, 000 to $20 , 000 per year. (Part time crew and equipment) City Manager stated the alternative method of payment for subject improvements could be by a bond issue or utilization of general fund money r formation of an assessment district. The following persons were present in the audience to support subject petition and spoke reiterating their concern: ,lean Bilyeu, 170 Cherry Street Marjorie C. Hill, 794 Apple Avenue Reta Hill, 140 Cherry Street The opinions stated were! s 1) That the property /in surbject area are maintaining property that should not be maintained by them. The city is using the land belonging to the property owners in the area, but not main- taining it. 2) Impatient with the slow procedure the city has taken to date. 3) Object to overflow of pollu ants on the property caused by the service station up stream. 4) Problem originates west of State Street - corrections need to start in this area first. City Manager was directed to prepEre ,a g resolution and financial feasibility report on subject matter for consideration at the next meeting. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 6, 1974 - PAGE 5 DISCUSSION OF GREEN FEES FOR 18 YEAR OLDS AT HOME Mrs . Betty Ornbaun, 1100 Maple Avenue was present in the audience and spoke concerning the green fee charged 18 year old students who are still liviAno at home. She had been advised her son falls in this category/iL longer eligible for the family membership. In her opinion this would make it prohibitive for this age group to participate in play at the golf course. Mrs. Marilyn Smith, a member of the Recreation Commission stated that at the time the Recreation Commission considered subject matter when the fees were increased, the Commission recommended that 18 year olds who live at home should come under the family membership. When the matter was considered by the Council, the recommendation was modified. City Manager was directed to refer the matter to the Recreation Commission for their consideration and recommendation. COUNCILMAN BUXTON Councilman Buxton asked that city employees be commended for their work during the recent flood if this has not already been done. Councilman Buxton asked for the pro ress on the Bush Street Bridge. He was advised that there/Irfew things to be done, but that traffic is driving on it at the present time. COUNCILMAN PEARSON Councilman Pearson reported on the League meeting she recently attended in Fairfield. She commented on the beautiful new city hall facility there, a report given from the transportation department concerning the restricted funds for highways, and a report from a PG&E representative concerning energy which con- tained few favorable comments. Councilman Pearson stated it was her understanding the master plan report should be ready by January 1, 1974, and asked the status of same. City Manager advised the plan was under consideration by the General Plan Citizens Advisory Committee at this time. Councilman Pearson commended the City Manager for the letter he wrote to the Assembly Committee on Constitutional Amendment concerning ACA 90. MAYOR SIMPSON Mayor Simpson reported on the recent meeting of the Transportation Committee . Among the items considered and reported, word from the Department of Transportation indicated the 380 million dollars expected will not be forthcoming. The outlook for the future is rather bleak. Mayor Simpson' s wife, Virginia, was present in the audience and he introduced her at this time. Mayor Simpson asked that the Commission members again be honored at a dinner as an expression of thanks for the work they have done during the past year. Mayor Simpson suggested that a date be set for dedication of the Bush Street Bridge. Mayor Simpson stated it is his understanding the centennial celebration can be any time during 1976 . b MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 6, 1974 - PAGE 6 COUNCILMAN PEARSON Councilman Pearson reminded Council that the next League meeting is May 25th in San Rafael. The city will be celebrating its 100th birthday at this time and she urged all to attend. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Simpson adjourned the meeting at 10: 36 p.m. or ATTEST: City Clerk