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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 01-17-73 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 17, 19 7 3 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:03 p.m. with Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Simpson, Pearson, and Mayor Buxton present. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was given by the Reverend Mr. Elmer Schmitt and Councilman Norgard led 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 January 3, 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 #3056 to #3190 inclusive for the period of December 16th to December 31, 1972, inclusive, be approved in the total amount of $66,951.12. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried General Warrants #1086 to #1209 inclusive, in the total amount of $124,336.83 be approved and ordered paid. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 628 AMENDING CODE (ZONE CHANGE APPL. NO. 73-10, MARY COX) On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unani- mously carried Ordinance No. 628 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Of Division 9, Of The Ukiah City Code By Rezoning A Present R-1 Zone to R-3 (Zone Change Application No. 73-10, Mary Cox)". PUBLIC HEARING DATE SET-ZONE CHANGE APPL NOS. 73-11 (DANIEL MCCURRY) , 73-12 (JOSEPH FOUTZ) , 73-16 (GOLDEN, RAWLES & HINKLE) On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried to set February 7, 1973, 8:00 p.m. for public hearing for subject Zone Change Applications. VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 73-17 DENIED _(RAWLES, GOLDEN & HINKLE) Subject- application is for variance from parking requirements of Section 9165(j) of the Ukiah City Code as they apply to proposed office building to be constructed on a portion of the east side of the 200 block of North Pine Street. Planning Commission consideration and action at their meeting of January 4, 1973, recommend- ing denial of the application had been reviewed by the Council. Denial of the application was also recommended by the City Manager. Mr. John Golden was present in the audience and spoke in behalf of the application. He reviewed thelot plan of the area p p proposed for construction. The northerly one-third portion of subject property is proposed to be reserved for future use and the remaining two-thirds (southerly portion) proposed to be used for construction and parking area for four vehicles. The requirement is for 12 vehicles. Mr. Golden cited reasons why, in his opinion, the request is justified - (1) there is a provision in the code for off street parking exemptions, (2) the requirement is discriminatory to those building new offices within the parking district since such firms are making a double contribution to the parking district, (3) the proposed construction would make an important contribution to the downtown area, (4) adequate off street parking will be provided for clients; employees would employ their present practice of using the public parking lot. Council concurred with Planning Commission recommendation for denial. It was pointed out that the property in question had sufficient room to meet the park- ing requirements so this application should be considered on this basis. It i MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 17, 1973 - PAGE 2 was pointed out that the parking district was formed originally to keep business in the downtown area and that other businesses in the area are making a double contribution to said district. City Manager explained the extent of the tax impact to subject firm. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried Variance Application No. 73-17 filed by Rawles, Golden, and Hinkle be denied as recommended by the Planning Commission. PG&E RATE INCREASE & INTERVENTION APPROVED Council had been provided with details of subject matter and explained the cost to the city for continued opposition to the proposed 22% increase to wholesale power rates. The City Manager reported the potential return to the City in lower power rates justifies the cost and recommended approval of the expenditure. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried to continue participation with NCPA in opposing the proposed 22% rate increase and authorize the allocation of.$22;710 for this purpose over the succeeding two years. APPROVAL OF AREAWIDE TOPICS PLAN Subject plan prepared by CH2M was reviewed by the Director of Public Works. Said report was required to determine projects eligible for the expenditure of Federal Grant funds under the TOPICS program. The report and plan developed a list of eligible TOPICS projects and recommended priority rank for con- struction based on traffic safety evaluations. Director of Public Works re - viewed projects that are proceeding with plans, specifications and necessary engineering in order to comply with deadlines to commit eligible TOPICS funds. It appears that all projects proposed for construction can be constructed -- using eligible TOPICS funds with city matching funds to come from gas tax funds as set forth in the current budget. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was carried by the following roll call vote to accept the TOPICS report and to proceed with the projects as outlined by the City Engineer. AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Simpson, Pearson, and Mayor Buxton NOES: None ABSENT: None COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard inquired about the drainage problems which may have resulted from the recent rains. Director of Public Works explained that all problems had been kept under control. Councilman Norgard referred to the possibility of fluoridation of our water system and requested the City Manager to determine the cost of said fluorida- tion. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson requested that the poor condition of the road to KUKI be reported to the proper County officials. The Director of Public Works will take care of the matter. Councilman Simpson referred to an area on Dora Street where new construction was underway and the street pavement was shifting. Director of Public Works was familiar with the problem and indicated the matter will be taken care of when the rains diminish and the area has dried out to some extent. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 17, 1973 - PAGE 3 COUNCILMAN PEARSON Councilman Pearson commented favorably regarding the excellent attendance at the Chamber of Commerce installation dinner. MAYOR BUXTON Mayor Buxton commented regarding the need to maintain proper timing of the signal lights on State Street. _ continuation of Mayor Buxton referred to the TOPICS report and suggested that perhaps/Main Street could serve as an alternate street to get some of the traffic off State Street Mayor Buxton reported he has noticed the new "Yield" signs throughout town. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Mr. Frank Wolfe, Chamber of Commerce Manager reported over $300 was taken in at the basketball game between the Chamber and Channel 13 personnel. Said proceeds will go toward the purchase of a banner for the high school. Mayor Buxton commended the High School Band for their achievements. REDWOOD EMPIRE LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES Mayor Buxton reminded Council of subject meeting which will be held January 27th in Rohnert Park. City personnelare also invited to attend. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, Mayor Buxton declared the meeting adjourned at 9: 24 p.m. Mayor r ATTEST: City Clerk