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Home My WebLink Aboutmin 08-16-72 5 + L♦ MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 16, 1972 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:02 p.m. with Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Pearson, and Mayor Buxton present. Councilman Simpson was absent. City Manager Lyell C. Cash was absent. City Manager pro tempore A. S. Kruth was present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE �. Councilman Weinkauf led in the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motionby Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of August 2, 1972, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Norgard :, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #1572 to #1722 inclusive for the period of July 16th to July 31, 1972, inclusive be approved in the total amount of $60,629. 79. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unani- mously carried General Warrants #244 to #383 inclusive, in the total amount of $111,182.29 be approved and ordered paid. RESOLUTION NO. 73-13 GRANTING EXTENSION ON VARIANCE TO PT&T The City Attorney reviewed subject request for extension of time on Variance Application No. 69-8 to permit continued use of temporary facilities at 310 West Clay Street. The Planning Commission considered the matter at the August 3, 1972, meeting and recommended favorable action. Mr. Jerry Pericic, Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company representative was present in the audience to state reasons for the request for extension to December 31, 1973, and to show the architect' s rendering of the proposed building to be completed at School and Seminary prior to the expiration of subject extension. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 73-13 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of.The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Granting An Extension To Pacific Telephone And Telegraph Company On Variance". AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Pearson, and Mayor Buxton NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Simpson PUBLIC HEARING DATE SET - ZONE CHANGE APPL. NO. 73-4 DIVERSIFIED SHOPPING CENTERS (POMEROY-NIPPER PROPERTIES) On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unani- mously carried to set September 6, 1972, 8:00 p.m. for public hearing of subject application as recommended in Planning Commission Minutes, August 3rd and trans- mittal from said commission dated August 10, 1972. PUBLIC HEARING DATE SET - ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 73-2 (VERN PARDUCCI) On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unani- mously carried to set September 6, 1972, 8:00 p.m. , or as soon thereafter as same may be heard, for public hearing of subject application as recommended in Planning Commission Minutes, August 3rd and transmittal from said commission dated August 10, 1972. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 16, 1972 - PAGE 2 RESOLUTION NO. 73-10 EXPRESSING APPROVAL OF HOUSING PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS The City Attorney reported subject program is proposed to develop rental housing for Senior Citizens within the existing Palace Hotel structure. Council support of the project is necessary so funding can proceed through the Departmentof Housing and Urban Development. Mr. Bob Axt, Architect for the project was present in the audience and explained the basic plan of the program and answered questions directed to him by the Council. There was general Council agreement with the project, however; concern was expressed with the impact said development may have on the downtown parking. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 73-10 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of the City Council Of The City of Ukiah Expressing Approval of Housing Program For Senior Citizens". ayes; Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Pearson, & Mayor Buxton. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilman Simpson. RESOLUTION NO. 73-12 COMMENDING SOUTH UKIAH LITTLE LEAGUE ALL STAR TEAM On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was carried by the following roll call vote Tesolution No. 73-12 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Commending The South Ukiah Little League All Star Team". AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Pearson and Mayor Buxton NOES: None ABSENT: ; Councilman Simpson. APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO LEASE AIRPORT SITE (CITY EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION) City Manager pro tem reviewed a memorandum dated July 11, 1972, from the Assistant City Manager and Airport Commission minutes dated June 20, 1972, each recommending Council consideration fro approval of subject request to construct an office building near the Administration Building as the Airport. A proposal by said Credit Union for proposed lease was read. City Manager pro tem reported subject site is not designated for any other use at the airport, it is not in conflict with the long range plan, and recommended approval of the request. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried to wuthorize theCity Attorney to prepare a lease of subject airport property for subsequent Council consideration. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR DIRECT BURIAL WIRE AND ALUMINUM CONDUCTOR CABLE City Manager pro tem reviewed specifications for subject bid. The bid call was requested for 2:00 p.m. , September 6, 1972. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for 35,000' direct burial wire and 10,000' aluminum conductor cable, bids to be received prior to 2:00 p.m. , September 6, 1972. OFFER OF AVAILABILITY OF BUILDING FOR PURCHASE BY CITY (SANCHEZ-FOUTZ) Mr. F. Sanchez, 296 Banker Blvd. , was present in the audience to request Council consideration of an offer to purchase or lease the building owned by he and Mr. Joe Foutz, located on West Clay between the Library building and the Fire Department building. He stated, in his opinion, the space could be used by the Fire Department, for additional office space, or for Council Chambers. There was no action taken by the Council. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 16., 1972 - PAGE 3 PROPOSED CHANGES ON STATE HIGHWAY SYSTEM City Manager pro tem reported receipt of a communique from Senator Randolph Collier regarding subject proposed changes and his concern for the effect of such a proposal. Said changes are set forth in a report prepared by the State Department of Public Works which concludes that only 5100 miles of the 16,000 mile State Highway System should remain under state jurisdiction. A map show- ing the highways in question and the effect it would have on Mendocino County were reviewed by the Council. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unani- mously carried the State Legislators and the State Department of Public Works be notified of the concern expressed by the Council for the proposed changes on the State Highway System as set forth in the report, 111971 Section 256 Report And California Functional Classification Study: and the Board of Supervisors be advised of action taken by the Council. LIBRARY OPEN HOUSE Open House for the new library building is scheduled October 1, 1972. Councilman Norgard will work with Mr. Kruth in making arrangements for the dedication program. DINNER FOR SOUTH UKIAH LITTLE LEAGUE Glenn Ericksen, Ukiah Daily Journal reported a no-host dinner is planned for subject team August 17th, 8:00 p.m. , Manor Inn Restaurant and invited each member of the Council. COUNCILMAN WEINKAUF Councilman Weinkauf requested that calendars which show the remainder of the year be placed in the Council Chambers. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard asked the status of the development of the parking lot at the location of the old Bromley property. City Manager pro tem stated the plans for a specific proposal are not complete, but gave a general outline of said plans. MAYOR BUXTON Mayor Buxton reported he met at noon with a citizens group concerning the formation of a recreation district. The request was made for a representative from the City, County, and School District to form part of said committee. The Mayor appointed Mr. Jim Smart, Assistant City Manager to serve as the representative from the City on said committee. Mayor Buxton requested Council consider the formation of a citizens committee with one Councilman to act in an advisory capacity to study the city complex and make suggestions for future projects. There was no opposition expressed. Mayor Buxton reported a meeting of the Solid Waste Management Committee will meet September 7th at 2:00 p.m. in the Court House Board Room with representatives from Masonite concerning their refuse problem. The Council was invited to attend. MAYOR BUXTON DECLARED A FIVE MINUTE RECESS AT THIS POINT - 9:37 P.M. AFTER WHICH THE COUNCIL RECONVENED TO DISCUSS THE 1972-73 PRELIMINARY BUDGET. RESOLUTION NO. 73-11 FIXING TAX RATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 1972-73 On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 73-11 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Determining Amount of Revenue Necessary From Property Taxes And Fixing Tax Rates For Fiscal Year 1972-73." MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 16, 1972 - PAGE 4 RESOLUTION NO. 73-11 (Cont'd.) AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Pearson, and Mayor Buxton NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Simpson. GOLF COURSE ACCOUNT After Council again reviewed the Golf Course Budget, it was determined that it would remain as presented in the Preliminary Budget. Changes can be made at a later date, if necessary, to correct the sprinkler system and to consider construction of cart paths. RESOLUTION NO. 73-14 ADOPTING 1972-73 BUDGET On a motion by Councilman Pearosn, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 73-14 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Adopting 1972-73 Budget For The City Of Ukiah" . ADJOURNMENT Mayor Buxton adjourned the meeting at 10:04 p.m. after which the Council reconvened in Closed Personnel Session. Mayo G ATTEST: City Clerk