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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 04-28-71 •�1 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH APRIL 28, 1971 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:01 p.m. with Councilmen Scotto, Simpson, and Mayor Norgard present. Councilman Buxton was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Scotto it was unanimously carried the Minutes of the meeting of April 21, 1971, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #3744 to #3747 inclusive in the total amount of $4,087.38 be approved and ordered paid. PUBLIC HEARING ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 71-11 (POMEROY-NIPPER) Public hearing was declared open by Mayor Norgard at 8:04 p.m. on Zone Change Application No. 71-11 by Pomeroy-Nipper as amended to establish C-1 and R-2 zones instead of R-1 zone on parcel bounded on the west by 101 Freeway, on the north by East Perkins Street, on the east by Oak Manor Drive and on the south by Gibson Creek and the Oak Manor School. 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 action and Findings of Fact dated April 1, 1971 were read by the City Attorney. Mr. Bob Axt, Architect, representing applicant, was present in the audience and spoke in behalf of the application. Allowable uses in a C-1 zone were read by the City Attorney. Council discussed objections raised when subject matter was heard by the Planning Commission . There was no one present in the audience to speak in opposi- tion to the granting of said application. Public hearing was closed at 8:23 p.m. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be directed to prepare an amending ordinance in accordance with Zone Change Application No. 71-11 by Pomeroy-Nipper as amended and recommended by the Planning Commission. PUBLIC HEARING ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION NO. 71-13 (GOBBI ST. WAUGH LA. ANNEX. , FOUTZ ANNEX.) Public hearing was declared open by Mayor Norgard at 8:25 p.m. on Zone Change Application No. 71-13. Said application proposes to rezone the existing CM zone along the south side of East Gobbi Street from the Northwestern Pacific Railroad easterly to the City Limits, the area within Annexation No. 65-2 (Waugh Lane) , and Annexation No. 71-1 (Foutz) . 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 recommendation of rezoning , _ i zoning and pre-zoning of subject area was read and reviewed as set forth on a plot plan. COUNCILMAN BUXTON ARRIVED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 8:30 P.M. There was no one present in the audience to speak in opposition to the proposed zone changes. Public hearing was closed at 8:36 p.m. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be directed to prepare an amending ordinance in accordancce with Zone Change Application No. 71-13 as recommended by the Planning Commission. r :a MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH APRIL 28, 1971 - PAGE 2 PRESENTATION OF EQUIPMENT BY VOLUNTEER FIREMEN City Manager reported representatives from the Volunteer Fire Department were present in the audience to make a presentation to the City. Tom Cooper, Business Manager for the Volunteer Department made the presentation of one Scott water vacuum and one Scott Airpack. Demonstration of use of the units was made by Tim Holliday and Don Gupton. The Council expressed their appreciation to the Volunteers and the City Manager stated this group has contributed many benefits to the City and have been a big factor in the City's excellent fire rating. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 610 ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMIT IN EXCESS OF 25 MPH On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it -was carried by the following roll call vote Ordinance No. 610 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same,"An Ordinance Of The City Of Ukiah Establishing Pursuant To A Traffic And Engineering Study, A Speed Limit In Excess of Twenty-five (25) Miles Per Hour." Ayes: Councilmen Scotto, Simpson, Mayor Norgard NOES: None Absent: Councilman Buxton APPROVAL OF SEVENTH AMENDMENT TO UKIAH VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AGREEMENT On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unani- mously carried the Seventh Amendment to the Ukiah Valley Fire Protection District-City of Ukiah Agreement be approved and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. PROPOSED WORKING AGreement between city & county for low gap regional park City Manager read a proposed agreement regarding subject park. Said agreement set forth a proposal for development of the park by the County under a $75,000 grant approved by the State and maintenance and operation of the facility to be distributed equally between the City and County. A development plan which has previously been reviewed by the Council will be updated for subsequent Council consideration. Council directed the City Manager to continue negotiations with the the County to develop cost estimates on a comparable basis so an agreement can be finalized. PROGRESS REPORT LIBRARY PROGRAM City Manager reported documents from the State Library setting up a payment schedule for the grant money have been received and completed in compliance with previous Council action. The Architect has not received final approval from the State, however, upon its receipt the call for bids can be scheduled. AIRPORT COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION �--, REGARDING AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS i. City Manager reported the Airport Commission considered a request from Dr. A. C. McChesney to lease seven acres of airport property on the northwest portion of the airport at a yearly rate of $350. Commission action was read from the April 20, 1971, Commission minutes recommending a higher lease payment than proposed and that such income be earmarked "Airport Income". City Manager reported the requested rate is lower than other non-airport uses and and requested authorization for further negotiation. Council determined that income from the airport continue to be placed in the general fund. On a motion by Councilman Buxton seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unanimously carried to authorize further negotiation by the City Manager for lease of subject property. 1' MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH APRIL 28, 1971 - PAGE 3 WORK STUDY PROGRAM WITH COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS City Manager reported City participation with the County Superintendent of School- in a work study program appeared to be beneficial to the City when last reported to the Council, however; was not aware of the requirement for disbursement of $5500 for the City's participation. Council determined the City's participation in the program could not include a cash advance. PROPOSED STATEMENT OF POSITION RE MENDOCINO STATE HOSPITAL City Manager read a letter addressed to Governor Reagan stating a proposed position regarding Mendocino State Hospital and asked for Council opinion and suggestions. Council approved of statements therein and instructed the City Manager to proceed. The matter has been discussed with the County Administra- tor who stated it is not in conflict with the position the County has taken. PROPOSED PURCHASE OF USED ROLLER City Manager reported there is a $7000 budget allocation for a used roller and since there is no basis for preparation of specifications for used equipment, requested Council permission to proceed by contacting various suppliers for cost estimates. Council authorized the City Manager to accumulate information for purchase of a used roller for Council decision in two weeks. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Councilman Scotto asked about the cutting of fire control trails in the area immediately adjacent to the City. The Division of Forestry has advised to accomplish the work results in insurmountable problems. COUNCILMAN BUXTON Councilman Buxton referred to another California city where honda trails had been contructed on dump property and asked that the possibility be explored for a similar facility in this area. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson referred to a block on School Street and stated it is unsightly with grease and grime. City Manager reported efforts are being made to have the cars removed on that block during the evening hours so the street sweeper can take care of this situation. MAYOR NO RGARD Mayor Norgard asked the status of the budget. Wednesday, May 5th was set to bring the Council up to date on the matter. EMPLOYEE REPRESENTATIVE TO CIVIL SERVICE BOARD City Manager reported Mr. Leo Cook was elected to serve on the Civil Service Board as the employees representative. Mr. Cook replaces Mike McAvoy, resigned. The election for this appointment was held April 27, 1971. GRAZING LEASE EXECUTED City Manager reported Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Harmon have executed the grazing lease of dump property at the increased amount set at a previous Council meeting. VINEWOOD PARK City Manager reported the lawns at Vinewood Park will be planted Monday, May 3rd. When a good stand of grass appears, dedication of the park can be scheduled with the Advisory Committee who have been responsible for the planning of the park. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH APRIL 28, 1971 - PAGE 4 ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, Mayor Norgard declared the meeting adjourned at 9:48 p.m. ayor i ATTEST: City Clerk i