HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 01-03-73 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
JANUARY 3, 1973
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at
8:04 p.m. with Councilmen Weinkauf, Simpson, Pearson, and Mayor Buxton
present. Councilman Norgard was absent.
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was given by the Reverend Mr. Elmer Schmitt and Councilman
Weinkauf led in the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was
unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of December 20, 1973, be
approved as submitted by the Clerk.
PAYROLL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was
unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #2896 to #3055 inclusive for the period
of December 1st to December 15, 1972, inclusive, be approved in the total
amount of $56,634.03.
SPECIAL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was
unanimously carried Special Warrants #1068 to #1085 inclusive, in the total
amount of $15,099. 75 be approved and ordered paid.
APPROVAL OF VARIANCE APPLICATION
NO. 73-14 (WM. YOUNGBLOOD-405 NOKOMIS)
Subject variance is to permit reduction of setback requirement on the north
side of parcel located at 405 Nokomis Drive from 20 feet to 14 feet.
Planning Commission minutes and resolution recommending granting subject
variance had been reviewed by the Council. It was pointed out that the
proposed setback reduction would not affect visibility at subject corner.
Councilman Pearson objected to the effect the proposed reduction could
have on the general appearance of the neighborhood.
There was no present in the audience to speak regarding subject application.
The following resolution sets forth Council action on subject application.
RESOLUTION NO. 73-29 GRANTING
VARIANCE TO WILLIAM YOUNGBLOOD
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it
was carried by a majority voice vote Resolution No. 73-29 be adopted and
the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance
To William Youngblood".
APPROVAL OF VARIANCE APPLICATION
NO. 73-15 (PACIFIC TELEPHONE COMPANY)
Subject variance is to permit variance from parking requirements of
Section 9165(j) of the Ukiah City Code as it applies to proposed building
to be constructed on parcel located at the southwest corner of School and
Seminary Streets. Planning Commission minutes and resolution recommending
granting subject variance had been reviewed by the Council. The request
for reduction in the parking requirements was based on the fact that the
subject property is located within the parking district. The application
is for a reduction in parking spaces required from 18 to 9.
The following resolution sets forth Council action on subject application.
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RESOLUTION NO. 73-30 GRANTING VARIANCE TO
PACIFIC TELEPHONE & TELEGRAPH COMPANY
On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was
unanimously carried Resolution No. 73-30 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Pacific Telephone
and Telegraph Company".
PUBLIC HEARING ZONE CHANGE
APPLICATION NO. 73-10
(MARY COX-620 WILLOW AVENUE)
Public hearing was declared open at 8: 24 p.m. on subject application to rezone
property located at 620 Willow Avenue from R-1 to R-3. Affidavits of Publication
of the required legal notice of the hearing as well as Affidavits of Posting
and Mailing were placed on file. Planning Commission minutes had been reviewed
by the Council. City Manager reported the proposed zone change is consistent
with the general plan and recommended approval of the rezoning by introduction
of the ordinance.
Applicant was present in the audience and spoke on behalf ofthe application.
There wasno one present in the audience who spoke in opposition to the proposed
zone change.
Mayor Buxton declared the public hearing closed at 8: 26 p.m.
Council action is set forth in the introduction of the following ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 628 INTRODUCED
AMENDING THE CODE BY REZONING
FROM R-1 TO R-3 (ZONE CHANGE
APPLICATION NO. 73-10)
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unani-
mously carried to introduce by title Ordinance No. 628, "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)" .
REPORT ON CALL FOR BID FOR
FIRE DEPARTMENT RADIO EQUIPMENT
City Manager reported that at the time the Council called for bids for subject
equipment, it was reported that only one bidder was able to supply this equipment.
Due to the single bidder' s failure to provide a bid bond, it is necessary to
recommend that all bids be rejected. City Manager recommended implementation
of Section 1540 of the Municipal Code and authorize the Purchasing Agent to
contract for the purchase of this radio equipment on the open market.
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unani-
mously carried to authorize the Purchasing Agent to secure fire department radio
equipment as per specifications on the open market.
AWARD OF BID FOR FIRE HOUSE DOORS
TO SANTA ROSA DOOR COMPANY
City Manager reported two bids were received for subject bid:
Yokayo Glass Company, Ukiah $3600.00
Santa Rosa Door Company $4860.00
The bid from Yokayo Glass Company did not meet specifications since it did not
include the quick release mechanism without an unspecified additional cost.
City Manager reported the budget allows $4500 for this purchase. If the number of
doors purchase is reduced from six to five, the budgeted amount would not be
exceeded. City Manager recommended the bid be awarded to Santa Rosa Door
Company in the amount of $4860 and authorize the additional expenditure of $360
for the purchase of six doors.
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unani-
mously carried to award the bid for fire house doors to Santa Rosa Door Company
in the total amount of $4860 as recommended by the City Manager.
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EXTENSION OF INSURANCE COVERAGE
TO JANUARY 1, 1976
Council had been provided with copies of letters dated October 9, 1972, and
December 28, 1972, from Mr. Lee White regarding changes in Pacific Insurance
Company Policy Number CBP 95095. City Manager recommended that in addition
to the changes referred to in Mr. White' s correspondence, that the City's
general liability umbrella policy be increased to five million dollars for
both the general city policy and the airport. The increase in the premium
for the general liability policy would be approximately $1350 annually and
for the Airpot, $1250 annually.
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was carried by
the following roll call/ to extend the insurance coverage to January 1, 1976,
as set forth in the proposal submitted by Mr. Lee White and as recommended
by the City Manager.
AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Simpson, Pearson, and Mayor Buxton
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Norgard
RECOMMENDATION FOR SALE OF OLD LIBRARY BUILDING
The Council had been provided with four alternatives for use of subject building.
City Manager recommended the Council declare the library structure to be surplus
property and authorize an appraisal of this structure and its sale by public
bid. Council expressed an interest in the determination of the valuation of
subject property prior to any Council action.
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unani-
mously carried that the Mayor appoint a committee of not more than four to
study the city property complex after which a determination can be made regarding
disposition of subject property.
COUNCILMAN SIMPSON
Councilman Simpson asked if it has been determined the effect the extremely
cold weather has had on the city streets. The City Engineer reported it is difficult
to inventory damage at this time, but there has no doubt been deterioration,
particularly on the steep grades.
MAYOR BUXTON - RESIGNATION OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER
Mayor Buxton read a letter of resignation from David Sundquist, Planning Commissioner
and requested the City Manager write a letter of commendation for his work.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Buxton declared the meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
ATTEST: Mayor
City Clerk