HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 12-05-73 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
DECEMBER 5, 1973 - PAGE 1
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 p.m.
with Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Buxton, Pearson, and Mayor Simpson present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was given by Councilman Buxton.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unani-
mously carried the minutes of the meeting of November 21, 1973, be approved as
submitted by the Clerk.
PAYROLL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unani-
mously carried Payroll Warrants #1065 to #1199 inclusive for the period of
November 1st to November 15, 1973, inclusive be approved in the total amount of
$59,937.12.
GENERAL WARRANTS ,
On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unani-
mously carried General Warrants #3015 to #3043 inclusive in the total amount of
$47,550.00 be approved and ordered paid.
ORAL COMMUNICATION RE WATER & SEWER CHARGES
Mr. Del Kennedy, representing approximately 100 mobile home owners, was present
in the audience to speak on subject matter. Mr. Kennedy stated the group is
protesting actions taken by the Council on August 1, 1973, with the adoption of
Resolution Nos. 74-10 and 74-11 charging mobile home owners a water and sewer
charge. Said protest alleged subject matter was discriminatory, unconstitutional,
not publicized prior to Council action, acted upon without a full Council, affected
low income people more than others. Protestants were of the opinion subject resolutiol
should be rescinded, otherwise further action could result in a suit or circulation of
recall petitions. Mr. Kennedy stated there is no opposition to the rate increase,
that everyone should pay his fair share; but one particular group should not be
singled out to pay the increase. Two requests were made - that each Councilman
state their opinion on subject matter, and that several questions be answered
concerning subject matter. The questions were answered by the City Manager.
The City Manager explained that all legal requirements had been complied with.
The rate increase was discussed during budget discussions and was featured in the
local newspaper in July 1973, between the time of adoption and effective date of
the rate increase. The Council has enacted an ordinance requiring a public
hearing prior to Council action effecting all future utility rate increases.
City Manager reported there have been two actions by the Council recently pertaining
to rate increases - a general rate increase that affected all residents in the
city and adjustment in rate for mobile homes and apartments. The basis for the
rate increase affecting mobile home owners was a question of equity. Others were
bearing the major cost of the water system - a cost which should be borne equally
among all users. City Manager explained further that the water system is a
separate entity, that a surplus was genera.tedfrom the system several years ago;
but the surplus has been depleted, thus necessitating a rate increase.
v The following persons spoke in opposition to the rate increase and/or the manner
in which said increase was accomplished:
Michael Zola, Legal Services
Sam Rowe
Neal Murphy
Michael Elbert
Robert Kooter
Mitch Bogner
Dorothy Barber, protesting for the out of town users.
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DECEMBER 5, 1973 - PAGE2
Each Councilman spoke concerning subject matter. It was pointed out that the
rate increase had been agreed upon in principle by the Council prior to adoption
of the resolution. The City operates on a budget, revenues are needed to meet
the expenditures, and this was determined to be an equitable way to increase
revenues for an efficient up to date water system to meet present and future
needs of the City. Councilman Buxton suggested that a committee be appointed
to work with staff in making recommendations concerning subject rates.
On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Pearson it was
carried by the following roll call vote to appoint a fact finding committee
consisting of Mr. Kennedy and four other mobile home owners, one Councilman,
and the City Manager to study subject rate increase in more detail.
AYES: Councilmen Norgard, Buxton, Pearson, Mayor Simpson
NOES: Councilman Weinkauf
ABSENT: None
MAYOR SIMPSON DECLARED A RECESS AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 9:20 P.M.
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 653 TO
PROVIDE UNIFORM PROCEDURES FOR
AMENDMENT OF UTILITY RATES
On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was
carried by the following roll call vote to adopt Ordinance No. 653 and the
Mayor and Clerk beauthorized to sign same, "An Ordinance Of The City Of Ukiah
Amending The Ukiah Municipal Code By Adding Chapter 3 To Division 4 Utilities
To Provide Uniform Procedures For Amendment Of Utility Rates And Adding
Section 2156 To Division 2 Of The Ukiah Municipal Code".
AYES: Councilman Weinkauf, Norgard, Buxton, Pearson, Mayor Simpson
NOES: None
ABSENT:
RESOLUTION NO. 74-31 EXTENDING GREETINGS TO
PEOPLE OF ENNIS, IRELAND & OFFERING TO
PARTICIPATE IN A SISTER CITY RELATIONSHIP
Action concerning subject resolution is a result of Councilman Buxton's
recent trip to Ireland and the friendship that developed with a Mr. Honan
who owned a pub in the City of Ennis, Ireland.
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was
unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-31 be adopted and Councilman Buxton
be authorized to sign same as Mayor, "A Resolution Of The City Council Of
The City Of Ukiah, California, United States Of America Extending Greetings
To The People Of Ennis, Ireland And Offering To Particiapte In A Sister City
Relationship With That City".
RESOLUTION NO. 74-32 APPOINTING
MEMBER TO RECREATION & PARKS
COMMISSION (BRAD SHEAR)
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was
unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-32 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Appointing Member To Recreation And
Parks Commission".
RESOLUTION NO. 74-33 CONSENTING TO CONSOLIDATION -
OF MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR OFFICE OF COUNCILMAN
WITH THE ELECTION FOR MEMBERS OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES
FOR MENDOCINO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (3-5-74)
On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was
unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-33 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City of Ukiah
Consenting To The Consolidation Of The Municipal Election For The Office Of
Councilman To Be Held On March 5, 1974, With The Election For Members Of The Board
Of Trustees For The Mendocino Community College District To Be Held The Same
Date".
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RESOLUTION NO. 74-34 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION
OF AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY FOR PROVISION OF
ELECTION SERVICES AT CITY ELECTION 3-5-74
On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was
unanimously carried Resolution No. 74-34 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 Agreement With The County Of Mendocino For
The Provision Of Election Services At The City Election To Be Held March 5, 1974."
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR REMOVAL
OF OPEN HANGAR AT MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
The following action is a result of previous Council action August 15, 1973,
at which time no bids were received to demolish subject hangars.
On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was
unanimously carried to approve subject contract and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign same, "Contract for Removal Of Open Hangar AT Ukiah
Municipal Airport".
REPORT ON BIDS RECEIVED FOR DISPENSING
AVIATION GASOLINE AT MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
City Manager reviewed the following tabulation of bids received for subject
gasoline and recommended the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Hire's
Flight Center subject to drafting of an agreement for performance of work
and subsequent approval by the Council:
Cents per Gallon Cents per Quart
Bidder of Gasoline of Oil
Ukiah Flying Service 7.5 cents 10 cents
Martin P. Smith 7 cents 25 cents
Hire's Flight Center 5.8 cents 19 cents
On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was
unanimously carried to award the bid for dispensing aviation gasoline at
the Municipal Airport to Hire's Flight Center subject to approval of an
agreement as recommended by the City Manager.
CORRESPONDENCE FROM STATE DEPARTMENT OF
GENERAL SERVICES RE SURPLUS PROPERTY AT
FORMER MENDOCINO STATE HOSPITAL
City Manager reported recent correspondence from the State Department of General
Services inquired of the City's interest in acquiring, for public use, all or a
portion of the farm land of subject property. If there is an interest, notifica-
tion should be indicated prior to December 31, 1973. A copy of subject letter
had been furnished the Council along with a memorandum from the Airport Manager
dated November 5, 1973, listing reasons why subject property should be considered
for an airport relocation project.
During Council discussion, it was pointed out that the proposed relocation would
be financed on a 90%Federal/10% City basis. The sale of the present site would
cover the City's share in the total project. Council comments were as follows:
1) The operation of commercial airlines and fire bombers from the airport
in the future is a matter for speculation.
2) The airport does not generate an appreciable amount of revenue
3) Proposed site is within an unincorporated area and therefore appears to be
a determination for the County; not the City.
4) There is a need to plan for the future - not just to consider our immediate
needs.
The following persons were present to express opposition to the proposal for
relocation of the airport:
1) Morgan Ruddick 3) Roy Sorenson
2) Stan Hildreth 4) Rod Shippey
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DECEMBER 5, 1973 - PAGE 4
Comments from the opponents to the proposal were:
1) Acquisition of hospital ground will not build the airport.
2) It was suggested that the Council look at the cost and income figures.
3) Area under consideration is prime agricultural land which cannot be
replaced.
4) Consideration should be given to the availability of gas and oil at the
present time.
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was
carried by the following roll call vote to refer subject matter to the
County Administrator and ask if the County is interested in utilization of
the state hospital land as a County airport.
AYES: Councilman Weinkauf, Norgard, Buxton, Pearson, Mayor Simpson
NOES: None
absent: None.
REPORT ON POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS TO GIBSON CREEK
A memorandum from the City Engineer concerning subject matter was reviewed.
After discussion, Council determined this to be a city and county problem
which could be ideally solved through cooperation.
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was
unanimously carried to authorize the Public Works Director and the City
Manager to contact the County regarding control of subject problem and report
back to the Council.
COUNCILMAN NORGARD
Councilman Norgard reported talks are continuing between the City and the
Fire District.
COUNCILMAN BUXTON
Councilman reported he wanted to go on record as being opposed to moving
the Council Chambers from its present location.
MAYOR SIMPSON
Mayor Simpson asked the status of the Bush Street Street Bridge. City Engineer
stated the completion date is dependent upon the arrival of steel.
Mayor Simpson requested that when the City and County meets that the matter
of the condition of the road to KUKI be brought to their attention.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Simpson adjourned the meeting at 10:50 p.m.
M ayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk