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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 05-02-73 MINUTES OFTHE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 22 1973 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. City Attorney was absent. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was given by the Reverend Mr. Elmer Schmitt and Councilman Weinkaufled in the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of April 18, 1973, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #4041 to #4167 inclusive for the period of April 1st to April 15, 1973, inclusive be approved in the total amount of $545604.99. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #1752 to #1788 inclusive, in the total amount of $29,583.30 , and #1750 to #1751 inclusive, inthe total amount of $850.75 be approved and ordered paid. ORDINANCE NO. 636 ADOPTED AMENDING CODE TO REZONE PROPERTY FROM R-1 TO C-1 (ZONE CHANGE APPL. NO. 73-13, TED FEIBUSCH) On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried Ordinance No. 636 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 R-1 to C-1 (Zone Change Application No. 73-13, Ted Feibusch)". RESOLUTION NO. 73-44 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH UKIAH VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 73-44 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing Execution Of An Agreement With The Ukiah Valley Fire Protection District". Prior to the City Manager' s recommendation for adoption of the resolution, he explained the amount of the increased cost set forth in the agreement. Councilman Buxton suggested a committee from city staff and district meet from time to time to discuss fire problems in general. Councilman Norgard reported he is of the opinion the present arrangement of one staff and use of facility and equipment is the best possible situation and urged continued cooperation. RESOLUTION NO. 73-45 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH COOPERATIVE PERSONNEL SERVICES On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 73-45 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Authorizing Execution Of An Agreement With Cooperative Personnel Services". a :t MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 21 1973 - PAGE 2 RESOLUTION NO. 73-46 PROVIDING FOR FUEL COST ADJUSTMENT TO ELECTRIC RATES On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 73-46 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Providing For Fuel Cost Adjustment To Electric ` Rates". AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Buxton, Pearson, Mayor Simpson. NOES: None ABSENT: None Adequate publicity of any month to month increase will be released from city office. Jeanne Roundy, 316 Main Street, was present in the audience and asked how long the price escalation could be expected to continue and was advised this would depend upon the cost of natural gas. RESOLUTION NO. 73-47 STATING RATES FOR GARBAGE COLLECTION City Manager reported the garbage rates are not spelled out in the ordinance and are therefore set forth in subject resolution. City Manager recommended adoption of said resolution in line with the discussion held at the previous Council meeting. Attorney Bob Fowler, 150 North Pine was present in the audience and spoke on behalf of Mr. Marvin Bowen, Modern Disposal Service, Talmage. Mr. Fowler alleged that the present contract has been changed on two occasions and this proposal is another change. In view of the change that is proposed he re- quested Council consider cancellation of the present contract at which time Mr. Bowen will offer the same service currently being considered for the same price, with continuation of back yard pickup of garbage cans. Councilman Buxton reviewed the present rates and services performed by the Contractor and stated the proposed change is not mandatory. In his opinion, the proposed change is reasonable, is a service the people want and the Contractor is willing to give. The City Manager stated the proposed change will offer the citizens a lower rate than presently authorized for the pickup of two or more cans. Councilman Norgard stated his opposition to the proposal is based on the fact that curbside pickup was discussed prior to the award of the original bid and it was purposely omitted to promote a neat, clean, and orderly city. In his opinion, this proposal would obviously change the franchise and one concession can create the need for more. Mayor Simpson asked if the rates are not spelled out in the franchise, where are they spelled out. The City Manager stated that in his opinion the recommendation is a reasonable one inasmuch as the proposed change would result in a reduction in cost to those households effected and the fact that the proposal would not change the present situation since garbage cans are currently placed curbside. Mr. Marvin Bowen stated he has been operating in the area for a number of years, is qualified to do the job, made a reasonable bid originally, and is in a position to make the offer stated by Mr. Fowler. In his opinion the contract has been changed since its inception and stated points which in his opinion had been changed. Jeanne Roundy stated she has rental property, the tenants put garbage in plastic bags, place them curbside after which the dogs tear into them and spread the garbage over the streets and sidewalks. On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 73-47 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Stating Rates For Garbage Collection". AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Buxton, Pearson NOES: Councilman Norgard and Mayor Simpson ABSENT: None MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 2, 1973 - PAGE 3 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES DENIED (BETTY HANSEN, 214 SCOTT STREET) The City Manager reviewed subject claim wherein claimant seeks recovery for a broken windshield sustained after her vehicle had been stopped by a Police Officer at Perkins and Main Streets, and recommended its denial. On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unanimously carried that the claim for damages by Mrs. Betty Hansen be denied and the matter be referred to the insurance carrier. AWARD OF BID FOR TRANSFORMER TO INDUSTRIAL ELECTRIC COMPANY Council had been provided with the following tabulation of bids for one 300 KVA padmounted transformer: General Electric Supply Company No bid bond Industrial Electric Supply $2476.95 AMFAC Electric Supply $2480.10 Wrathall & Krusi, Inc $2601.90 Maydwell & Hartzell, Inc. $2526.30 Consolidated Electric Distributor $2782.50 Allis-Chalmers $2760.45 City Manager recommended the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Industrial Electric Supply. On a motion by Councilman lbarson, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried subject transformer bid be awarded to Induatrial Electric Company, Arcata in the total amount of $2476.95. DISCUSSION OF SURPLUS POLICE VEHICLES City Manager requested Council consideration to increase the police vehicle fleet to six cars. The recommendation is based on the fact that there are not sufficient vehicles at the present time to fully utilize personnel and that personnel assigned to the Detective division are required to use personal vehicles for police business on occasions. Council had been pro- vided with information concerning shift schedule for the patrol division, statistical information relating to increased workload over the last nine years, and estimated costs. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried to authorize disposal of two surplus vehicles at auction and to retain two 1971 sedans in police service. REQUEST AND AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR A.C. SURFACINGS ON STREETS City Manager reviewed specifications for asphalt concrete surfacings on Helen Avenue, Freitas Avenue, Cypress Avenue, Perry Street, Rupe Street, Church Street, and Oak Street and recommended the bid cal for 2:00 p.m. May 22, 1973. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for asphalt concrete surfacings on city streets as recommended. DISCUSSION OF DAMAGE TO CITY STREETS The damage to city streets by overnight parking of large heavily loaded trucks in the residential areas was discussed. City Manager was directed to seek cooperation of trucking firms, perhaps through the local teamsters union. Consideration was also given to having an ordinance drafted which would prohibit the large trucks parking on city streets. } MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 2, 1973 - PAGE 4 CONTRIBUTION TO MCGARVEY PARK BY MRS. MICKEY MOORES Mayor Simpson reported Mrs. Mickey Moores has contributed several plants to replace damaged ones and some that were lost in McGarvey Park during the past winter. Mayor Simpson expressed his appreciation to Mrs. Moores on behalf of the Council. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION - UKIAH JAYCEES FESTIVAL PARADE City Manager reported Council is invited to participate in the Ukiah Jaycees Festival Parade June 2nd at 10:00 a.m. and recommended that fire equipment be made available for said parade. Council agreed. REPORT OF SENIOR CITIZENS OF MENDOCINO & LAKE COUNTIES-CURRENT STATUS & NEEDS Mr. Duane Hill from North Coast Opportunities made a presentation to the Council regarding subject matter. Said report was prepared for the Cali- fornia Commission on Aging, Sacramento. Mr. Hill . explained that the function of their office is to implement programs in the County directed toward minimizing poverty. Confirmation of grant approval in January has resulted in a planned survey of Senior Citizens being conducted in Mendo- cino and Lake Counties, the results of which were reviewed in detail by Mr. Hill . The final step will result in a plan to alleviate the situation that exists. After completion of the plan, the Council will again be contacted to consider providing financial assistance to the program. FLAG DAY CEREMONY SCHEDULED Councilman Buxton reported the Elks Club has an interesting program planned for subject ceremony scheduled June 10th and requested Council participation. COUNCILMAN BUXTON Councilman Buxton asked what the work crews were doing on Maple Avenue. City Engineer reported curb, gutter, and sidewalk repair was being completed. COUNCILMAN PEARSON Councilman Pearson reported on the Quarterly League meeting which was recently held in Willits. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard reported the Lions Club will be collecting money tomorrow for a good cause. MAYOR SIMPSON Mayor Simpson again referred to the traffic congestion on North State at the KUKI intersection and suggested that arrows be painted on the street to show traffic where to go. i ADJOURNMENT Mayor Simpson declared the meeting adjourned at 9: 20 p.m. after which the Council reconvened in Executive Session. ATTEST: City Clerk