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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmin 01-19-72 c. T l MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 19, 1972 The City Council of the City of Ukiah convened in regular session at 8:02 p.m. with Councilmen Scotto, Buxton, Simpson, Pearson, and Mayor Norgard present. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE �~ The invocation was given by The Reverend Mr. Tom Severtson and Councilman Buxton led in the pledge of allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani- mously carried minutes of the regular meeting of January 5, 1972, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unani- mously carried Payroll Warrants #2178 to #2309 inclusive for the period of December 16th to December 31, 1971, inclusive, be approved in the total amount of $52,349.06. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani- mously carried General Warrants #5002 to #5127 inclusive, in the total amount of $145,931.86 be approved and ordered paid. PUBLIC HEARING RE PROPOSED REPLACEMENT OF BRIDGE ON BUSH STREET CROSSING ORR CREEK (TOPICS FUNDS) City Manager reported this as being the time and place set for public hearing on subject matter. All public notice requirements have been met and notice of advertising is on file with the City Clerk. Public hearing was declared open at 8:08 p.m. Aerial maps of the area were reviewed. The proposed reconstruction will eliminate the narrow bridge over Orr Creek and replace it with one of standard width to include 46 feet of roadway for vehicles and pedestrial walks on both sides. The City Engineer explained that this project meets the requirements of the TOPICS program. Both safety and capacity will be improved after its completion. There was no one present in the audience to speak regarding the proposed reconstruction. The public hearing was declared closed at 8:14 p.m. City Engineer introduced Mr. Don McGregor representing the California Division of Highways, City-Counties Projects Department, who was present to answer questions. Council asked various questions concerning the total program which were explained by the City Manager and City Engineer. The engineering department will proceed to complete engineering and draw up final plans and specifications. INTRODUCTION OF CHAMBER OF n_ COMMERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chamber of Commerce Manager, Mr. Frank Wolfe, introduced outgoing President Marshall Leve who in turn introduced the newly elected Board of Directors - President Dean Nelson, 1st Vice President Bob Axt, 2nd Vice President Iver Suess, Treasurer Walter Eversole. The Chamber of Commerce will be represented at future Council meetings. Council was invited to attend the installation dinner January 22nd at the Fairgrounds. The Chamber of Commerce by-laws have been revised to provide for a member of the Council to be a voting member of the Board of Directors. a MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 19, 1972 - PAGE 2 APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR LIBRARY CIRCULATION DESK (WAGNER CONSTRUCTION, INC.) On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was unanimously carried to approve "Agreement For Construction Of Circulation, Reference And Secretary Desks For The Mendocino County Free Library Headquarters Ukiah, California" and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. DISCUSSION OF GREEN RIVER ORDINANCE In accordance with Council instruction, the City Attorney explained subject ordinance and the effect it could have in the city. Some ordinances pro- hibit all door to door solicitation by commercial operations and other are less restrictive. Each concession made in the ordinance makes it less effective and more difficult to enforce. The customer is of the opinion he is getting a good buy and will not report a violation until after a problem develops. Council determined that .the matter to continue as in the past - the Finance Department to issue business licenses to the door to door solicitors and the Police Department to handle the reported violations. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR REMOVAL OF THREE STRUCTURES The City Attorney requested Council consideration to call for bids to remove or demolish three structures and clear the following city property for municipal use - (1) the Bromley property (2) the old residence on the airport (3) the open wooden hangar south of the forest office. The proposal for three separate bids was recommended to be opened February 15th, 2:00 p.m. On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Scotto it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for removal of 3 structures as recommended, bids to be received prior to 2:00 p.m. , Feb- ruary 15, 1972. PUBLIC HEARING DATE SET - ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 72-10 (JOHN MYERS-GOBBI ST.) City Manager read Findings and Recommendations from the Planning Commission dated January 12, 1972 recommending approval of subject application. Planning Commission has initiated proceedings to rezone the area surrounding subject property at their February 3rd meeting. City Manager recommended Council accept findings and schedule required public hearing February 16, 1972. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried to set February 16, 1972, for public hearing of subject application. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH ARCHITECT FOR DESIGN OF LIBRARY SHELVING & DESKS City Manager reported design for subject furnishings was not covered in the original Architect's contract and recommended Council authorize execution of said agreement at this time. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was unanimously carried to approve the contract for design of circulation and reference desks and for furnishing and installation of steel library shelving for the library, and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. APPROVAL OF PURCHASE OF SEWAGE & CUTTING EQUIPMENT City Manager reported the only supplier of subject equipment has been contacted in accordance with Council direction. The total price, $6751.97, is identical to the bid received after the time set for bid opening. Said equipment meets the specifications and is within the amount budgeted. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani- mously carried to approve purchase of the sewage cutting equipment from E. C. Cooley Company, San Francisco, in the total amount of $6751.97. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 19, 1972_- PAGE 3 CORRECTION OF PROBLEM AT GARBAGE DISPOSAL AREA City Manager reported the problem that developed between the Garbage Con- tractor and the Health Department has been corrected. The County Health Department wants a long range program developed for the dump site, however, this is not feasible until the report the county is developing for a single county-wide system is complete. The dump operation will continue under close supervision. AIRPORT & RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION REPORTS (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS) Subject reports from each of the commissions were distributed to the Council. The Council will review the reports and arrive at a program to go to the Planning Commission for their consideration and recommendation. Council commended each commission for work put forth on the reports. APPROVAL OF CAGLE LEASE (AIRPORT PROPERTY) City Manager reported further discussions have been held with the lessee of subject property. The basis for the City Manager's recommendation to extend the lease for an additional five years at the rate of $250 per month was reviewed. On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unani- mously carried to approve the amendment to the lease agreement of airport property by James L. Cagle and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. LIBRARY GRANT PROJECT City Manager reported receipt of $52,945.20 from the State for subject program. DATES TO REMEMBER Credit Union Dinner Meeting, Lake Mendocino Clubhouse, January 21st. Nuclear Generation Plant Tour, Diablo Canyon, January 21st. Quarterly League Meeting, San Rafael, January 29th. FIRE DEPARTMENT PLECTRON ALERTERS City Manager reported the Fire Belles have provided funds to purchase three more plectron alerters for use in the Fire Department. This will make a total of nine units in operation in the department. Twenty-four additional units are needed before the fire horn can be eliminated. Additional units will be requested in the budget for the next fiscal year. CORRECTION OF NEWSPAPER REPORT City Manager referred to an article pertaining to garbage which appeared in the local '-newspaper and made a correction. The article stated that an individual lost his job with the City. This person has never been employed by the City on either a temporary or permanent basis. BURNING BAN IN COUNTY Salty Saline, KUKI reporter asked the Council position regarding the burning ban in the city since the Board of Supervisors has rescinded their position of the burning ban within the two mile radius of the city limits. It was pointed out that all ordinances have to be re-evaluated from time to time, but no change appears to be evident in the immediate future. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson, in line with the discussion of the Green River Ordinance, suggested a notice could be pladed on all utility bills requesting that door to door solicitor violations should be reported to the Finance Department. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 19, 1972 - PAGE4 COUNCILMAN PEARSON Councilman Pearson reported that she had visited the City Warehouse at the Corporation Yard and commended the employees for the excellent work being done in that department. City Manager reported the auditor has clarified the statements in his report concerning the warehouse operation, however the method of operation will continue as in the past. MAYOR NO RGARD Mayor Norgard asked how the sidewalk program will tie in with work being done on State Street. A general discussion of the sidewalk program and how it can be conducted throughout the city followed. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, Mayor Norgard declared the meeting adjourned at 10:46 p.m. Mayor, ATTEST: City Clerk