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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 02-24-71 i; MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 24, 1971 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 p.m. with Councilmen Scotto, Buxton, Simpson and Mayor Norgard present. Councilman Henderson and the City Manager were absent. Mayor Norgard reported the City Manager is ill, was hospitalized for a short time, and until his return, City Engineer Al Kruth will be assuming the duties of the City Manager. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani- mously carried the minutes of the meeting of February 17, 1971, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani- mously carried Payroll Warrants #4597 to #4719 inclusive for the period of February 1st through February 15, 1971, be approved in the total amount of $48,137.46. FIRE CHIEF ISSUING AUTHORITY FOR STORAGE OF EXPLOSIVES City Attorney reported a recent state law requires that there be an issuing authority for the storage of 20# or more of gunpowder and similar explosive material. The Police Chief is designated to have such authority unless the Council designates another authority. The purchase of gunpowder for reloading purposes would require a statement to this effect to be signed by the purchaser. Control of the availability of this material was deemed as necessary legislation in view of the recent bombings throughout the state. COUNCILMAN HENDERSON ARRIVED AT THIS POINT - 8:09 P.M. The City Attorney recommended the Fire Chief be the issuing authority inasmuch as he had knowledge of explosives and the structures wherein said explosives would be stored. Councilman Simpson, stated, in his opinion, there should be a recommending agency whereby the matter could be heard since storage in some instances would be in residential areas, thereby requiring stricter control. City Attorney reported policy criteria will be set up after the permitting authority is established. George Sullivan, 500 Watson Road; and Paul J. Trouette, Jr., 812 West Church were present in the audience and asked questions regarding the transportation of explosives and were advised this was not the subject of this discussion. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Scotto it was unanimously carried that the City Attorney be directed to prepare a resolution designating the Fire Chief as the issuing authority for explosives and that there be developed criteria for the storage of explosives within the community. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 609 EXEMPTIONS FROM PARKING REQUIREMENTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson it was unani- mously carried to introduce Ordinance No. 609, "Ordinance Of The City Of Ukiah Amending A Section of Article 13, Chapter 2, Division 9 Of The Ukiah City Code", and to waive the reading of same. PARKING TICKETS (JUSTICE COURT) The City Attorney reported he will be meeting with Judge Hale McCowan March 2nd regarding parking tickets issued by the City and handled in the Justice Court. Said meeting could result in a closer check on the payment of said tickets and at the same time alleviate the backlog in the court. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 24, 1971 - PAGE 2 APPROVAL OF VARIANCE APPL. NO. 71-10 (WILLIAM R. BENNETT FOR APT. COMPLEX) pro tem City Manager/reviewed Application No. 71-10 by William R. Bennett to permit construction of an apartment complex on the southeast corner of Wabash Avenue and Dora Street, zoned R-1. Plot plan and questionnaire were reviewed. Planning Commission minutes dated February 4, 1971, and Resolution No. 71-15 dated February 18, 1971, recommending granting said variance were read by the City Manager pro tem with the following stipulations: 1) Standard Conditions Nos. 1 through 9 2) Architectural treatment on Dora be approved by the Planning Commission prior to construction. 3) All curb, gutter, and sidewalks be completed with the first stage of building. 4) Stage construction be completed within two years. Councilman Simpson made a motion seconded by Councilman Buxton that the City Attorney be directed to prepare a resolution approving Variance No. 71-10 as recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilman Henderson stated in his opinion utility service lines to the proposed construction should be placed underground and listed as a condition of the variance. Applicant was present in the audience and stated this is his intention and he had no objection to this being a part of the requirements. There was no one present in the audience to speak in opposition to the grant- ing of said variance. On agreement between Councilman Simpson and Councilman Buxton, the motion previously made was reworded to include the additional condition that electric supply and communication services to structure are to be provided by under- ground service. By unanimous action the following motion was carried: On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Buxton it was unani- mously carried the City Attorney be directed to prepare a resoultion approving Variance No. 71-10 by William R. Bennett as recommended by the Planning Commission with the requirement that electric supply and communication services to the structure are to be provided by underground service. APPROVAL OF PARKING LOT LEASE STEPHENSON AND OAK STREETS City Manager pro tem reported the City parking lot currently used to accomodate parking for City vehicles must be vacated to allow construction on this site by the present owner. Property located at Stephenson and Oak Streets owned by Carrol Ornbaun and Betty Ornbaun can be leased for use as a parking lot. A proposed lease which had been executed by the property owners was read by the City Manager pro tem, and it was recommended the lease be entered into by the city. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson it was unanimously carried to approve the lease of property owned by Carrol Ornbaun and Betty Ornbaun located at Stephenson and Oak Streets for a parking lot and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign same. SPECIAL WARRANTS - On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #3442 to #3449 inclusive in the total amount of $72,446.73 be approved and ordered paid. r MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 24, 1971 - PAGE 3 City Manager pro tem reported in accordance with the salary and fringe benefit program approved November 4, 1970, Item No. 7 of said program provided for a position classification study to be completed by the City or by contract no later than June 30, 1971. Proposals to complete said study have been received from two firms: 1) Cooperative Personnel Services, $4200 2) Griffenhagen and Kroger, $4000. City Manager pro tem recommended the firm of Griffenhagen and Kroger be engaged to conduct said survey. On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto it was unanimously carried to engage the firm of Griffenhazen-Kroger to complete the job classification study for a total amount of $4000 as per the proposal, siad study to be completed by June 30, 1971. FURTHER DISCUSSION REGARDING TRAFFIC SIGNAL PLAN AT GOBBI AND STATE STREET INTERSECTION Since Council discussion of subject intersection at the last meeting, the Planning Commission has considered the matter at which time questions were raised by a number of interested people. It has also been discussed with property owners in the area in order to evaluate various problems prior to March 10th hearing. Said discussions resulted in the belief that parking on both streets is creating congestion and some of the hazard related to accidents. Traffic Committee meeting resulted in the recommendation to restrict parking on both streets. The area proposed for parking removal was outlined on the map reviewed by the City Manager pro tem. It was recommended said parking restrictions be imposed on a trial basis. On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unani- mously carried to restrict parking at the intersection of State and Gobbi Streets as recommended and to bring the matter back to the Council April 7th for further consideration. APPROVAL OF CORRECTION TO REGISTER OF DEMANDS & WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Hunderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried to correct an error in the Register of Demands and Warrants as follows: APPROVED JANUARY 20, 1971 CORRECTED AMOUNT General Warrant #3271 - $43.00 Sewer $43.00 LIBRARY PROJECT City Manager pro tem reported additional information on the revised application for library grant has been submitted and it is being processed at this time. It appears that the requirements are being met and within the next week the project will be approved by the State Librarian after which Federal approval is expected without delay. The bid call may be possible toward the end of March. COUNCILMAN SIMPSON Councilman Simpson requested, for the benefit of those in the audience, that the underground work being constructed on Oak Street be explained. City Manager pro tem explained the work is not related to the City undergrounding ordinance for the electric system recently adopted by the Council. It is a telephone company project scheduled in connection with their new building and expanded facilities. The City is sharing in the cost to the extent of installation of ducts and sharing trench costs to the north substation for use in placing transmission lines underground. The project makes provision for future underground- ing of residential facilities when desirable. GEORGE SULLIVAN George Sullivan, 500 Watson Road, reported he has noticed garbage and debris disappearing from the side of roads outside the city and if the Council has had anything to do with this improvement, he would like the Council to know it is appreciated. r i .N MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 24, 1971 - PAGE 4 JACK PEARSON Jack Pearson, 265 Mendocino Place, asked for clarification on the amended vote on the variance application considered earlier in the meeting. GARAGE The following people were present in the audience to register complaints, all of which had been heard on several different occasions: 1) Jeanne Roundy, 316 North Main 2) Jim Tuso, 1139A W. Standley 3) Carol Riva, 6592 Marshall Salty Saline, KUKI requested a statement of position of the Council in view of the law suit filed by Ukiah Solid Wasts and the action brought about by citizens protesting the mandatory service. The City Attorney reported papers were not served until 4:15 p.m. this date which has not allowed time for study by either his office or the Council so any comment at this time would be premature. COUNCILMAN HENDERSON Councilman Henderson commented on the attendance at the meeting which led to the manner in which citizens are advised of items on the agenda. Councilman Henderson stated he would like everyone to be aware of the Spirit of '76 program. Part of the program will be construction of curb, gutter, and sidewalk throughout the city. MAYOR NO RGA RD Mayor Norgard read a letter each Councilman received from the Chamber of Commerce advising of the award ceremony for the Oak Manor School Overcrossing Thursday, February 25th. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Norgard declared the meeting adjourned at 9:56 p.m. after which the Council reconvened in Personnel Session. Mayor , ATTEST: City Clerk