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AUGUSTS50 lM MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
The City Council of the City of Ukiah convened in regular session in the Council
Chambers at 8:02 p.m. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, Buxton, Simpson,
and Henderson present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was
unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of July 22, 1970, be approved
as submitted by the Clerk.
PAYROLL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was
unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #2653 to #2801 inclusive for the period
of July 16, through July 31, 1970, be approved in the total amount of
$46,818.18.
REGULAR WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was
unanimously carried Regular Warrants #2401 to #2454 inclusive, in the amount
of $8,580.92 be approved and ordered paid.
1970-71 BUDGET
The City Manager distributed to the Council the 1970-71 Budget and explained
that recommendations for salary adjustments were not included therein. The
Budget Message was read in full and the Grand Summary By Funds as set forth
on pages 1 and 2 were reviewed briefly. Budget hearings will be scheduled
at the next meeting. The projected street repair list which had been re-
quested will be completed and distributed to the Council prior to the next
meeting.
CORRESPONDENCE RE RUSSIAN
RIVER DEGREADATION
City Manager read a letter dated July 28, 1970, from Edward F. Carpenter,
Civil Engineer, representing the Russian River Flood Control and Water
Conservation Improvement District requesting specific engineering data re-
garding degradation of the stream channel of the Russian River. It is the
intention of the district, as soon as this data has been received, to call
a meeting of all of the agencies involved and coordinate these activities
and plan a course of action. City Manager referred to action taken by the
Council on June 17, 1970, regarding said degradation and recommended the
Council continue in this manner. City Manager was instructed to continue
as originally instructed.
REQUEST TO ANNEX PROPERTY TO CITY
A letter dated July 29, 1970, was read from James L. and Dorothy M. Cagle
requesting that property immediately west of Westwood Acres Subdivision be
annexed to the City of Ukiah. City Manager reported a map of the area will
be prepared showing other properties related to this particular area prior
to submission to the Local Agency Formation Commission. Council agreed.
APPROVAL OF COUNTY PLAN FOR
INITIAL HOUSING ELEMENT
The City Manager reviewed the proposed Initial Housing Element of the County
General Plan prepared for the Board of Supervisors by Planning Consultant
James M. Campbell. The Consultant has requested support of the Council on
this total report as it affects the City of Ukiah. The plan, if approved,
would also become the City's initial housing plan and would be accepted as
one element of the City general plan. The City could then become eligible
for consideration of various grant monies for which it would not otherwise
be eligible.
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On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was
unanimously carried to endorse the Initial Housing Element of the General
Plan for the County as it pertains to the City of Ukiah.
STATE APPROVAL FOR TRANSFER OF
COUNTY TOPICS MONEY TO CITY
City Manager reported the County's apportionment of TOPICS money in the amount
of $29,656 has been reapportioned to the City as requested. Representatives
from Eureka have discussed the total program this date with the City Engineer.
A "Memorandum of Understanding (TOPICS)" was read for Council consideration.
RESOLUTION NO. 71- 4 APPROVING
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (TOPICS)
On a motion by Councilman Simpson, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unani-
mously carried Resolution No. 71-4 be approved and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign same, "Resolution No. 71-4 Of The City Council Of The City
Of Ukiah, California Approving Memorandum Of Understanding Between The City Of
Ukiah And The State Of California, Acting By And Through The Business and
Transportation Agency, Pertaining To The Comprehensive Planning Process For
The Ukiah Urban Area".
LOW GAP REGIONAL PARK FINANCING
The City Manager reported the County has received a signed agreement from the
State of California stating that $73,850 in State Park Funds are now available
for the Low Gap Regional Park. The County Administrator has requested a
meeting to review a formal proposal for construction and operation of the
regional facility. Council related their thinking regarding various aspects of
the use of the 120 acre site. City Manager will arrange a meeting with the
County Administrator in this regard.
COUNTY PROPOSAL RE DOG POUND FACILITY
The City Manager read a proposed "Dog Pound Agreement" prepared by the County
for presentation to the Council. The City Manager indicated points which, in
his opinion, need clarification. Said agreement will be brought back to the
Council at a subsequent meeting after further discussion with the County.
CORRESPONDENCE: SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS
City Manager reported the Northern California Conference of Seventh-Day
Adventists have chosen Ukiah as the site for the 1970 Pathfinder Fair to
be held at the Twelfth District Fairgrounds October 18th. ,. Permission for
a parade has been requested as well as a proclamation by the Mayor.
COUNTY LIBRARY OPERATION
MONTHLY REPORT
City Manager advised the first copy of the monthly report from the County on
the library operation has been received. Copies will be distributed to the
Council each month.
REPORT OF EXAMINATION
AIRPORT ASSISTANCE
a...._ The City Manager reported the City has received approval of the grant program
on the airport runway lighting and threshold displacement.
CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE MEETING
LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION
The City Manager reported the City Selection Committee will meet at the call of
the Local Agency Formation Commission Monday, August 10th in the Council Chambers.
The Commission has been advised of the desires of the Council for representation.
City Manager reported legislative matters which are of interest to the Council
will be discussed at said meeting. AB 1155 will increase the 5 member LAFC to 7
members by providing for special district representation on Local Agency Formation
Commissions and give the districts representation equal to that of counties and
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cities even though they are special purpose rather than general purpose
governments. The League has recommended opposition to said bill since to
expand LAFC in this manner would be detrimental.
On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Simpson, it was
unanimously carried to oppos e AB 1155 and so advise the legislators.
PROPOSED REDWOOD DISTRICT REGIONAL
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
City Manager reported regarding a proposed four-county multi-purpose planning
and development agency. City Manager stated in view of the problems we are
experiencing on a local level, to become active in planning and development
for four counties would not be appropriate at this time.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was
unanimously carried to oppose the formation of the proposed Redwood District
Regional Planning and Development Agency.
INDUSTRIAL DAY - CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Mr. Gus O'Farrell, President of the Chamber of Commerce reported the Chamber
has set August 14th as Industrial Day. There will be open house held on
this date at three locations - Masonite, Alex Thomas Packing Plant, and
Carousel Carpet Company.
COUNCILMAN BUXTON
Councilman Buxton requestedinformation regarding ordinances adopted in
Monterrey and Berkeley enabling a check on youngsters running away from
home. City Manager will provide this information.
COUNCILMAN SIMPSON
Councilman Simpson reported on the condition at the city dump. City Manager
stated he will check into the matter. City Manager reported proposed changes
in the garbage contract will be ready for discussion at the next meeting.
MAYOR NORGARD
Mayor Norgard asked the status of the rest rooms at Vinewood Park and was
advised of the status of the project.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Norgard adjourned the meeting at 10:17 p.m. after which the Council re-
convened in closed personnel session.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
city clerk