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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
JANUARY 6. 1971 - PAGE 1
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:03 p.m.
with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, Buxton, Simpson and Henderson present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman enderson, it was unani-
mously carried minutes of the meeting of December 16th and December 30, 1970,
be approved as submitted by the Clerk.
PAYROLL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was
unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #4048 to #4193 inclusive, for the period from
December lst to December 15, 1970, be approved in the total amount of $47,877.71.
SPECIAL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani-
mously carried Special Warrants #3142 to #3149 inclusive in the total amount of
$9519.77 be approved and ordered paid.
Mr. Paul J. Trouette, Jr., 812 W. Church, was present in the audience and requested
that he be allowed to examine the Register of Special Warrants. The one question
he asked was answered by Councilman Buxton. Councilman Scotto asked Mr. Trouette
if he wished to examine the Payroll Warrants and received a negative answer.
ORDINANCE NO. 608 ADOPTED
(UNDERGROUND FACILITIES IN
UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICTS)
—T The City Attorney briefly reviewed, for the benefit of the people in the audience,
Ordinance No. 608 which had been introduced at a previous Council meeting. Mr.
Walter George, Ukiah Warehouse Sales and Mr. Warren Spolini, Foster Freeze asked
questions which were answered by the City Manager and City Attorney.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was carried
by the following roll call vote Ordinance No. 608 be adopted and the Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign same, "An Ordinance Of The City Of Ukiah Adding
Chapter 3 To Division 4 Of The Ukiah City Code Thereby Establishing Regulations
And Procedures For The Removal Of Overhead Utility Facilities And The Installation
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Of Underground Facilities In Undeeground Utility Districts".
DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES
(JAMES 0. LOGAN, 110 NORTON ST.)
The City Attorney reviewed a claim for damages filed by James 0. Logan, 110 Norton
Street Apt. #2, in the amount of $65.00. Claimant alleged City crews, while work-
ing on Norton Street, splattered liquid road tar on his automobile which resulted
in damage to the paint on said vehicle. Correspondence from the Department of
Public Works indicated that on the time and day the alleged damage occurred, the
City crews were not involved in this type work. The City Attorney recommended
the claim be denied.
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unani-
mously carried the claim for damages by Mr. James 0. Logan in the amount of $65.00
be denied.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
The City Attorney reported two memorandums with accompanying information had
been distributed to the Council for their information. Said memorandums reviewed
1970 Legislation affecting cities and the handling of claims against the City
made pursuant to Government Code Section 910.
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
JANUARY 6, 1971 - PAGE 2
DISCUSSION OF GARBAGE COLLECTION PROBLEMS
For the benefit of those present in the audience, the City Manager reviewed events
leading to the award of the garbage contract and the manner in which problems
have been handled during the first week of operation by the new owners. The City
Manager pointed out specifications which were the basis for the award of
the bid contained a procedure for appeal; however, to date his office has
received only one written complaint and another written complaint was pre-
sented to each Councilmen prior to the meeting. City Manager reported a
majority of the verbal complaints have been from commercial accounts and after
clarification of the points in question, general satisfaction was expressed.
The following persons were present in the audience and spoke to register their
complaints to the rate to be charged for their garbage service and for answers to
general questions:
Paul J. Trouette, Jr., Trouette Garden Service, 812 W. Church
Walter George, Ukiah Warehouse Sales, 976 North State
Warren Spolini, Foster Freeze, 1071 South State Street
Sydney Smear, Frosty Shop, 744 South State
J. W. McDowell, Frosty Shop, 744 South State
Douglas Carter, Doug's Shell Oil Service Station, 1099 South State
Cecil Orser, NuLife Foods, 1260 South State
Ben McNally, 156 Orchard
Al Foster, Foster's Tire Service, 970 North State
Rube Actkinson, Holiday Lodge, 1050 South State
C. A. Newbrough, Johnnie's Market, 1020 South State
Raymond Hammel, Ukiah Poultry & Egg Company, 201 Clara Avenue
Russell Rose, 407 West Mill
Ralph Forsburg, Farmer John' s, 1058 South State
R. H. Cyckman, 1063 Alice Avenue
Mrs. R. H. Dyckman, 1063 Alice Avenue
Hank Riva, 6591-2 Marshall
Paul Hansen, Palace Place, 252 North State Street
Earl Tate, A & W Root Beer, 737 South State
Keith Trouette, 244 Carleton Drive
Roy Seward, 423 Jones
David Harrison, 711 Dora Avenue
Monte Hill, Medico Drug Company, 200 North State
The complainants alleged the commercial rate is exorbitant compared to the
rate paid the previous contractor and some stated their intent to haul their
own garbage unless an agreement can be reached. Objection to the mandatory
domestic rate was expressed. The requirement to place all curbside trash in
disposablecontainers was considered by some to be an impractical requirement,
particularly during the rainy season. The Contractor stated re-useable con-
tainers could be used if said containers are placed curbside. The $2.50 rate
permits pickup of only one 30 gallon container in the back of the residence.
There was also opposition expressed to the amount of revenue the City will
receive from the 25% garbage franchise payments. Dr. Robert Holtzer, County
Health Officer was present in the audience and stated it will be required that
the dump site meet certain State standards and it was his understanding a
portion of the franchise payment will be used for this purpose. The City Manager
stated enforcement of the recently enacted anti-burning ordinance will expend a
portion of said franchise payment.
The City Manager stated charges for the garbage service has not increased in
every case. Mr. Clyde Oswell, 1326 South Helen Avenue was present and stated
the hospital for which he works will benefit financially from the garbage service
time of
due to the saving of the/one employee previously used to take care of
the burning of trash at the hospital.
The Council, City Manager, and City Attorney answered questions directed to them
by the complainants. It was stated the rates were set by the Council prior to
,the time the bids were opened and was awarded to Ukiah Solid Waste Dispisal as the
best of the four bids received. It was also pointed out that refuse is a community
problem and the cost for its removal and disposal must be borne by the residents
of the community just as residents of the community bear the cost of police and
fire service.
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The Contractor, Mr. James Russell, was present in the audience and answered
questions directed to him by complainants. Mr. Russell explained he has not
had time to contact all of the 700 commercial accoubts and indicated every
effort will be made to reach a reasonable agreement with each one.
After Council determination, complainants were advised to present their complaint
in writing to the City Manager' s office giving both their new and old rate and
the volume of garbage their firm generates to determine by prescribed public
hearings if the charge is excessive.
MAYOR NORGARD DECLARED A RECESS AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 9:55 P.M.
COUNCILMEN BUXTON & HENDE RSON WERE EXCUSED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING.
The following persons were present in the audience representing various service
clubs in the City:
Alice Woodard, 123 Barbara Street
Loretta Challand, 103 Scott Street
Deliah Yttreness, 103 Thompson Avenue
Each of the above named persons indicated their interest in the discussion
regarding the garbage problem and stated they had no complaints with the charge.
The Soroptimist Club plans to have a representative at each Council meeting.
Jack and Lorraine Pearson, 265 Mendocino Place, were also present in the
audience and stated a check of the garbage rates in other cities, indicates
the rate being charged in Ukiah in not excessive.
CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY COMMISSION APPROVES
STATE STREET RELINQUISHMENT AGREEMENT
City Manager reported correspondence from the Division of Highways states the
California Highway Commission has approved the State Street Relinquishment
Agreement. Said relinquishment will become effective upon recordation of
Highway Commission Resolution No. R1632. Council will be advised the date
of said recordation. This concludes five years of negotiations with the State
concerning said relinquishment and represents a gain to the City in the amount
of $400,000. The Mayor commended the City Manager for his efforts in accomplish-
ing such a saving for the City.
F.A.A. REPORT OF INSPECTION
OF MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
The Federal Aviation Administration has advised the periodic compliance
inspection of the Ukiah Municipal Airport was made and it has been determined
the City is in compliance with the terms of the various agreements.
REQUEST AND AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS
FOR ABS PLASTIC CONDUIT FOR DIRECT BURIAL
City Manager reviewed specifications for ABS plastic conduit with couplings
for direct burial and recommended the bid call be January 19, 1971, at 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 plastic conduit
-�� as reviewed by the City Manager, bids to be received prior to January 19, 1971,
at 2:00 p.m.
REQUEST AND AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS
FOR BRUSH AND WOOD CHIPPER
City Manager reviewed specifications for 16" brush and wood chipper and recommended
the bid call be January 26, 1971, at 2:00 p.m.
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was
unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for a 16" brush and
wood chipper as reviewed by the City Manager, bids to be received prior to
January 26, 1971, 2:00 p.m.
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DISCUSSION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE
POSSIBLE CONSOLIDATION OF FAIRS
City Manager read correspondence from the Secretary-Manager of the 12th
District Agricultural Association calling attention to a notice of public
hearing concerning possible consolidation of fairs - (Ukiah, Boonville, Lake
County) - at Lakeport. Council expressed concern with this possibility and .
indicated their intention to delegate a spokesman to be present at the
hearing February 11, 1971 in Santa Rosa. The required statistical information
necessary for presentation at the hearing will be presented at the next meeting.
CORRESPONDENCE RE NAMING CHILDREN'S
ROOM AT NEW LIBRARY BUILDING
City Manager reported Friends of the Ukiah-Mendocino Library have requested the
Board of Supervisors consider naming the Children' s Room of the new Library the
Frieda Winter Room. Correspondence from the Board of Supervisors indicated
there was no objection to naming the room as requested.
EMPLOYEES' CREDIT UNION ANNUAL DINNER
City Manager reported Councilmen and their wives are invited to be guests at
the City of Ukiah Employees' Credit Union Annual Dinner January 15, 1971,
Fairgrounds Home Economics Building, 7:80 p.m. City Manager took reservations.
EXISTING VACANCIES ON COMMISSIONS
A Personnel Session will be held at the next meeting to consider filling existing
vacancies on various commissions.
LEAGUE MEETING IN NAPA
City Manager advised the Redwood Empire Division League of California Cities
Quarterly Meeting will be held in Napa January 23, 1971, and details of said
meeting have been mailed to each Councilman.
CORRECTION OF REGISTER OF DEMANDS & WARRANTS APPROVED
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was unani-
mously carried to correct an error in the Register of Demands and Warrants as
follows:
APPROVED DECEMBER 16, 1970 CORRECTED AMOUNTS
General W. #3074 $357.00 Sewer $357.00
General W. #3043 36.95 General 35.45
Spec. Gas Tax #3043 53.99 Spec. Gas Tax 55.49
$447.94 $447.94
PERSONNEL SESSION
City Manager requested a five minute personnel session at the conclusion of
the meeting.
COUNCILMAN SCOTTO
Councilman Scotto requested clarification concerning Council rejecting any or
all bids. Said clarification was made by the City Attorney.
COUNCILMAN SIMPSON
Councilman Simpson inquired regarding the anti-burning ordinance and its
enforcement. City Manager stated the intent is to gain the help of the
citizens to phase out burning within the City. Inspection is underway at
this time by the Fire Department. The intent is to begin the program with
warnings and if necessary, follow up with citations.
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MAYOR NORGARD
Mayor Norgard stated he and the City Manager were interviewed on television
recently reporting the City's accomplishments during 1970. He reported he is
of the opinion the Council should continue to make efforts to improve the
community.
The outline of the 1970 accomplishments were distributed to each Councilman.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Norgard declared the meeting adjourned at 11:07 to reconvene in Personnel
Session.
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