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Home My WebLink Aboutmin 07-18-72 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 18, 1972 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:08 p.m. with Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Simpson, Pearson, and Mayor Buxton present. City Manager Lyell C. Cash was absent. City Manager pro tempore A. S. Kruth was present. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was given by the Reverend Mr. Lewis and Councilman Pearson led in the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani- mously carried the minutes of the meeting of July 5, 1972, be approved as corrected. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Weinkauf, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unani- mously carried Payroll Warrants #1269 to #1419 inclusive for the period of June 16, 1972, to June 30, 1972, inclusive be approved in the total amount of $572698.42. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unani- mously carried General Warrants #6030 and #0101 to #6096 to #0178 inclusive, in the total amount of $111,481.28 be approved and ordered paid. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM (SUPPLEMENTAL LIST) The City Attorney reported this as being the time and place for the public hearing regarding subject program. The Affidavit of Posting and the Certifi- cate Withdrawing Certain Properties From Order To Destroy Weeds And Remove Rubbish, Refuse And Dirt As Contained In Resolution No. 72-39 were placed on file. There was no one present in the audience to speak in opposition to said program. The public hearing was declared closed at 8:11 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 73-6 ORDERING DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO PROCEED WITH ABATEMENT OF WEEDS AND RUBBLE (SUPPLEMENTAL) On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unani- mously carried Resolution No. 73-6 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be author- ized to sign same, "Resolution Ordering Director Of Public Works To Proceed With The Abatement Of Weeds And Rubble." Councilman Simpson asked if the two objections expressed at the public hearing for subject program on June 21, 1972, has been taken care of and received an affirmative answer. RESOLUTION NO. 73-1 APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVE & ALTERNATE TO NCPA On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani- mously carried Resolution No. 73-1 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be author- ized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Of Ukiah Appointing Representative & Alternate To The Commission Of The Northern California Power Agency". RESOLUTION NO. 73-2 COMMENDING SAM DAVINA FOR SERVICE ON PLANNING COMMISSION On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was unani- mously carried Resolution No. 73-2 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be author- ized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Commending Sam Davina for His Service On the Planning Commission". MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 18, 1972 - PAGE 2 RESOLUTION NO. 73-3 COMMENDING BEN FOSTER FOR SERVICE ON RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 73-3 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Commending Ben 0. Foster For His Service On The Recreation And Parks Commission". RESOLUTION NO. 73-4 APPOINTING MEMBER TO PLANNING COMMISSION (DAVID SUNDQUIST) On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 73-4 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Appointing A Member To The Planning Commission". RESOLUTION NO. 73-5 APPOINTING MEMBER TO RECREATION COMMISSION (HENRY BROOKS) On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 73-5 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Appointing A Member To The Recreation And Parks Commission". APPROVAL TO RAISE BAIL SCHEDULE FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS The City Attorney reviewed a proposal to raise the bail schedule for parking violations. Said increase would cover the cost of processing tickets and could discourage routine offenders thus promoting a consistent turnover of vehicles in the area. The matter was discussed by the Council to which general agreement was expressed. Councilman Pearson requested consideration a - of a higher increase than that proposed. Mr. Ted Feibusch, 104 North School, was present in the audience to report that he has observed those who routinely violate the parking law, perhaps thinking they are above and beyond adhering to the requirements of the law and devising gimmicks to get around said requirements. Mr. Feibusch expressed the opinion that an increase higher than that proposed could albw for another employee to work part time to assure fuller coverage of the area and asked that the Council consider such a proposal. Council action is set forth in the following Resolution No. 73-7. RESOLUTION NO. 73-7 ESTABLISHING BAIL SCHEDULE FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 73-7 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Establishing A Bail Schedule For Parking Viola- tions And Other Vehicle Violations' . AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Simpson and Mayor Buxton NOES: Councilman Pearson ABSENT: None AWARD OF BID FOR A.C. CONCRETE SURFACINGS TO PARNUM PAVING, INC. City Manager pro tem reported the only bid received for subject project was from Parnum Paving, Inc. in the total amount of $15,590.00. Said bid meets thespecifications and City Manager pro tem recommended its award. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unanimously carried the bid for asphalt concrete surfacings on city streets be awarded to Parnum Paving, Inc. in the total amount of $15,590.00. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 182 1972 - PAGE 3 AWARD OF BID FOR STEEL WATER PIPE TO PACIFIC PIPE CO. , OAKLAND City Manager pro tem reviewed bids received for subject pipe as follows: Unit Price Bid Transport. Per L.F. Amount Sales Tax Charges Total Bid Pacific Pipe, Oakland $ 6.6396 $21,512.30 $1075.62 Included $22,587.92--T-_ Reliable Mill, Ukiah 6.63 213,481.20 1192.96 $2,360.00 252033.26 *Ameron Pipe Prod. , Hayward 7.52 24,364.80 1218.24 Included 252583.04 'Bid does not meet specifications and instructions to bidders. The Engineer's estimate was in line with the low bid. City Manager pro tem recommended the bid award to Pacific Pipe. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unani- mously carried to award the bid to Pacific Pipe Company, Oakland in the total amount of $22,587.92. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR TRANSFORMER BIDS City Manager pro tem reviewed specifications for transformers of various sizes needed for the electric system and recommended the bid call for August 22, 1972, 2:00 p.m. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani- mously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for transformers as recommended, bids to be received prior to 2:00 p.m. , August 22, 1972. RESOLUTION NO. 73-8 ACCEPTING COUNTY APPORTIONED T.O.P.I.C.S. FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEARS 19 71-7 2 City Manager reviewed Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 72-270 wherein it was stated the County was unable to use subject funds and authorized the assignment of said funds ($6,637) to the City. It was recommended the City accept the assignment and so notify the County. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Pearson, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 73-8 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Accepting Assignment Of County Apportioned T.O.P.I.C.S. Funds For Fiscal Years 1971-72 And Declaring Its Intent To Accept And Use Such Funds". AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Simpson, Pearson and Mayor Buxton. NOES: None ABSENT: None APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY & COUNTY FOR USE OF SANITARY LAND FILL SITE City Manager pro tem reviewed subject term agreement which had been negotiated with the County and executed by the Board of Supervisors. Council indicated general approval of subject agreement for the one year period of time. In the discussion of operating deficit payment it was pointed out that ratio of use of site should be considered in a future agreement. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf it was carried by the following roll call vote to approve the Agreement between the City and the County for use of the sanitary land fill site and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. AYES: Councilmen Weinkauf, Norgard, Simpson, Pearson and Mayor Buxton. NOES: None ABSENT: None 5 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 182 1972 - PAGE 4 DUMP SITE OPEN SEVEN DAYS PER WEEK City Manager pro tem reported the dump site is now open 7 days per week, except New Years Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas. Notices of the increased con- venience will be in the newspaper. _ BID FOR RADIO EQUIPMENT WITHDRAWN City Manager pro tem asked for Council approval to withdraw the bid for radio equipment for the police Department under the CCCJ program due to a conflict between the three manufacturers who can bid and the agency granting funds. If approved, said manufacturer will be notified that the specifications will be modified and reissued when agreement as to a reasonable set of specifications has been worked out. On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Weinkauf, it was unani- mously carried to recall bids for radio equipment as recommended. REDWOOD EMPIRE DIVISION LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES QUARTERLY MEETING City Manager pro tem reported reservations have been made for those attending subject meeting in Healdsburg, Saturday, July 22nd. The Clerk was directed to invite the two new commission members to said meeting. NCPA MEETING The newly appointed representatives to the Northern California Power Agency will be attending a meeting in Alameda tomorrow. CENSUS REPORT Copies of the 1970 population count as it applies to the City of Ukiah were distributed to the Council. Said report confirms the total population at 10,095.. City Manager pro tem reported consideration should be given to a request for a special census later in the year. COUNCILMAN WEINKAUF Councilman Weinkauf again inquired about the golf course fees and it was reported that the required study has been made and is available at this time. Consideration of said study will be made during budget discussions. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard asked when the library building can be occupied. An exact date was not available at this time but Council will be advised of its scheduled completion and occupancy. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson noted that dust is heavy on the east side of the park. Councilman Simpson reported receipt of a complaint regarding the volume of the public address system at the swimming pool and asked that it be decreased. Councilman Simpson reported the Cities-County Planning Commission discussed the bill regarding use of gas tax monies. It appears it could be allocated on a population basis. Further study will be made of the matter. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 182 1972 - PAGE 5. MAYOR BUXTON Mayor Buxton referred to the weed abatement program and reported he has observed that some of the lots with weeds remain a fire hazard because the terrain is such that equipment cannot be used and suggested consideration be given to a moratorium on burning for a period of one week. The City Attorney stated that there is a provision in the anti-burning ordinance for such a procedure. City . Manager pro tem reported the hazards the Fire Department experiences if said burning were assigned to this department. VISIT TO F.A.A. FACILITIES ON BOONVILLE ROAD SCHEDULED Council scheduled subject trip for August 2nd, 9:00 a.m. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Buxton adjourned the meeting at 9:44 p.m. after which the Council reconvened in Closed Executive Session. Budget hearings will continue Tuesday, July 25th, 7:00 a.m. ATTEST: City Clerk ` i I i