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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 10-20-71 A MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 20 1971 The City Council of the City of Ukiah convened in regular session at 8:05 p.m. with Councilmen Scotto, Simpson, Pearson, and Mayor pro tempore Buxton present. Mayor Norgard was absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The pledge of allegiance was led by Councilman Pearson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Pearson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the regular meeting of October 6, 1971, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #1283 to #1401 inclusive, for the period of October 1st to October 15, 1971, inclusive, in the total amount of $46,561.76 be approved. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried General Warrants #4517 to #4652 inclusive in the amount of $114,940.81 be approved and ordered paid. REPORT OF COMPLETION OF GOLF COURSE PROJECT BY CITIZENS COMMITTEE Mayor pro tem Buxton reported the committee who spearheaded the project for the 2nd nine holes at the golf course was in the audience to report the completion of said project. The following spoke and expressed their appreciation for the cooperation of the City since the project began in 1968: Mr. Newell Rawles, 395 North Spring Mr. Charles Shimmin, 527 Oak Park Avenue Mr. Paul Underwood, Golf Pro The course will have its official opening May 1, 1971, following the annual golf invitational. A financial report was distributed to the Council and reviewed by Mr. Shimmin. Mayor pro tem Buxton requested Council consider acceptance or rejection of the report as presented. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Scotto it was unanimously carried to accept the report presented by the golf course committee and arrange for the placement of an appropriate plaque with the names of those who have had a part in the project. ORDINANCE NO. 617 INTRODUCED (REMOVAL OF JUNK CARS) Councilman Scotto introduced subject ordinance and waived the reading of same, "An Ordinance Of The City Of Ukiah Providing For The Abatement And Removal As Public Nuisances Of Abandoned, Wrecked, Dismantled Or Inoperative Vehicles Or Parts Thereof From Private Property Or Public Property Not In- cluding Highways, And Recovery Of Costs Of Administration Thereof As Authorized By Section 22660 Of The California Vehicle Code By Adding Chapter 8, SEction 7600 Et.Seq. To Division 8 Of The Ukiah City Code". ORDINANCE NO. 618 INTRODUCED (ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 71-24) Councilman Simpson introduced subject ordinance and waived the reading of same, "Amending Chapter 2, Of Division 9 Of The Ukiah City Code By Rezoning In An Area Bounded by East Perkins Street, Orchard Avenue, East Gobbi Street And The Northwestern Pacific Railroad Excepting Therefrom The Major Portion Of Orchard Village Subdivision (Zone Change Application File No. 71-24)". MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 20, 1971 - PAGE 2 REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR ENGINE PERFORMANCE ANALYZER City Manager reviewed specifications for an engine performance analyzer and recommended the bid call for November 9, 1971, 2:00 p.m On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for an engine performance analyzer, bids to be received prior to 2:00 p.m. , No- vember 9, 1971. PUBLIC HEARING DATE SET FOR ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 72-2 (ALBERT F. NIDEROST) On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unani- mously carried a public hearing be held on Zone Change Application No. 72-2 November 3, 1971, at 8:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as same may be heard. REPORT ON COUNTY ACTION RE WASTE DISPOSAL City Manager reported he had met with a committee of representatives of the County and cities within the county to discuss the possibility of uniform garbage disposal throughout the county. It was determined that more assistance is needed before anything can be developed. The Board of Supervisors has determined that a study be made in this regard. POLICING OF HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Mr. Charles Bell, member of the Board of Education was present in the audience to express his thanks to the Council for its action in providing the necessary police protection at the stadium as requested at the previous meeting. He also stated his desire to make it clear that there was no basis for criticism of the service performed by the private agency. The concern is the line of responsibility and who is in charge when a large crowd is assembled at the stadium. The immediate problem has been taken care of and the Board is looking forward to the Council's final report when it is available. City Manager reported the parking area at the stadium has been rearranged and restriped, arrangements have been made for emergency exits, and adequate manpower was provided at the stadium as directed. City Manager asked for Council direction for policing at future football and basketball games and wrestling matches. He stated, in his opinion, the present policy should continue, i.e. policing for traffic control and for emergencies; any addi- tional coverage to be paid for by the agency using the service. The request from the school district is that all the service be provided by the City at no cost to the school district. The City Manager stated if a change is made, the cost to the city could be a $12,000 to $15,000 per year increase. Such action could subject the Council to immediate requests for same service from other agencies, such as the fairgrounds and car races. Council requested a detailed breakdown of the costs involved so a decision could be made at the next meeting. SCOREBOARD AT ANTON STADIUM City Manager reported Mr. Robert F. Rinehart, 274 Fairview Court, has re- quested City participation to the extent of $1000 for the scroeboard which was recently installed at Anton Stadium by the Ukiah BoostersClub. Ownership of the board is the question. Decision was postponed until Mr. Rinhart couldbe present to give details regarding the request. GRANT FOR LOW GAP REGIONAL PARK DENIED City Manager repo&d the County Administrator has advised subject park grant has been denied. It was suggested that plans be completed and application be made again. City Manager reported a letter from Assemblyman Zeberg advises that a bill is before the Governor which will place a two hundred and fifty million dollar bond issue on the 1972 ballot for recreational development. If approved, it could provide sixty-five million dollars to cities for acquisition of parks and recreational facilities. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 20, 1971 - PAGE 3 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PERTAINING TO WATER RIGHTS LICENSE ON SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT PROPERTY (LICENSE 4143 APPLICATION 13009) City Manager reported subject hearing will be held in Sacramento on November 11, 1971. Water available under this license has no practical use in the existing plans of the city. The city has to prove to the board its intention for constructive use, otherwise the license may be subject to revocation. Copies of the notice of hearing will be distributed to the Council prior to its consideration and action at the November 3rd meeting. PATHFINDERS PARADE City Manager reported receipt of a letter of thanks from the Seventh Day Adventists Church for participation in the parade in which Councilman Simpson represented the Council. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Councilman Scotto asked what had been done to reactivate the plans for City Hall. City Manager reported the Council will be brought up to date on the matter at the next meeting. Councilman Scotto asked if there were transmission trouble with the police cars. Concern was expressed with use of private cars. It was explained that city liability insurance covers such instances. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson reiterated Councilman Scotto's interest in City Hall plans. Councilman Simpson stated inquiries have prompted the question of who would be the proper person to contact to have crossways constructed behind Empire Gardens to the Frank Zeek School so the children will not have to walk on the highway to get to school City Engineer reported the matter should be referred to the County Public Works Director. COUNCILMAN PEARSON Councilman Pearson reported the merchants in the Yokayo Shopping Center were experiencing difficulties in the parking lot with the racing and circling of cars within the parking area. City Manager stated there is state legislation which could change this situation, however, it is not as yet effective. City Manager stated he is of the opinion the merchants are being unjustly critical of the city in this regard since they have been told nothing can be done unless a complaint is signed but they refuse to sign a complaint. Councilman Pearson reported the dump is in very good condition now. She suggested that a notice be posted on the way to the dump giving the hours and days the dump is open. MAYOR PRO TEM BUXTON Mayor pro tem Buxton requested consideration of a solution to the problem on Seminary Lane. __.. Mayor pro tem reported the striping at the intersection of Barnes and Todd Road is working well. Mayor pro tem called the Council's attention to the future nuclear power plant at Point Arena. City Manager reported he has a copy of the report issued by Pacific Gas and Electric Company and it is available to the Council. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, the Mayor pro tem declared the meeting adjourned at 9:34 p.m. after which the Council reconvened in closed personnel session. _ ATTEST: Mayor ire em