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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 06-24-70 413 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JUNE 242 1970 The City Council of the City of Ukiah convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:05 p.m. with Mayor pro tempore Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, Buxton, and Henderson present. Mayor Hill was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of June 17, 1970, be approved F- as submitted by the Clerk. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #2243 to #2245 inclusive, in the amount of $2,574.40 be approved and ordered paid. RESIGNATION OF MAYOR HILL The following letter of resignation was received June 18, 1970, and was read in full by the City Manager: Ukiah June 17th 1970 City Council, City of Ukiah Gentlemen: Please accept my resignation from the Council of our City effective June 15th 1970 - In making this resignation may I say what a distinct pleasure & privilege it has been to have worked with you. Sincerely, s/Cyril Hill ELECTION OF MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO TEMPORE Members of the Council retired to an adjoining office in Executive Session for the purpose of election of a Mayor and Mayor pro tempore and appoint- ment of a Councilman. Upon their return, Mayor Norgard took the chair. On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried Councilman Norgard be elected Mayor of the City of Ukiah and Councilman Henderson elected Mayor pro tempore. JACK SIMPSON APPOINTED TO COUNCIL On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was carried by the following roll call vote Jack Simpson be appointed member of the City Council to fill the unexpired term of Cyril Hill. AYES: Councilmen Scotto, Buxton, Henderson and Mayor Norgard. NOES : None ABSENT: None. WRITE OFF OF UNCOLLECTIBLE DEBTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried to approve write-off of uncollectible debts for the current fiscal year as follows: Utility Accounts, $6,718.25 - Airport Accounts $483.84. RESOLUTION NO. 70-37 OBJECTING TO DIVERSION OF GASOLINE TAX MONEY City Manager reported a call from Senator Collier resulted in additional in- formation regarding the diversion of gasoline tax money for other than street 414 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH. JUNE 24, 1970 - PAGE 2 and highway purposes. It was recommended the Council reconsider action taken previously on the matter. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 70-37 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Objecting To Any Diversion Of Gasoline Tax Money For Other Than Street And Highway Purposes". CLAIM FOR DAMAGES (MRS. MARGARET DOUGLAS) The City Manager reviewed a claim for damages filed by Margaret Douglas, Route 1, Box 131-A, Redwood Valley in the amount of $50.00. Claimant alleged an electrical worker for the City dropped a pipe on her car which dented it and also put a crack in the windshield. City Manager recommended receipt of claim be acknowledged and action be delayed one week. On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the claim for damages from Mrs. Margaret Douglas be acknowledged and action delayed one week. FURTHER DISCUSSION OF LIBRARY PROGRAM The City Manager read a memorandum dated June 22, 1970, setting forth opinions developed during discussions of the library project and reviewed a tabulation of the most pertinent proposals discussed to date. There was general Council agreement to the proposal as set forth by the City Manager. General discussion brought out two additional points to be part of the motion. On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was carried by the following roll call vote to accept the proposal from the County for a joint library operation subject to additional points presented by the City Manager, lease of building to County for minimum rate, and site of building to be located on Main Street between Perkins Street and Standley Street. AYES: Councilmen Buxton, Henderson, and Mayor Norgard NOES: Councilman Scotto ABSENT: None. Councilman Buxton reiterated Council action: The City will build a library building for a joint operation, the City will join the County system thus qualifying for the $90,000 grant which will be paid back to the City in 10 years with a tax levy at the same rate within the City as within the unin- corporated portions of the County. ALL-AMERICA CITY AWARD City Manager reported the application for the All-America City Award has been completed. He explained the manner in which the finalists are chosen, docu- mentation of claims required of all finalists, and the representation neces- sary. RESOLUTION NO. 70-38 APPROVING FINAL MAP (OAK MANOR SUBD. UNIT #2A) On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 70-38 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk e authorized to sign same, "Resolution Approving Final Map Of Oak Manor Sub- division, Unit No. 2A And On Condition That Subdivider Enter Into And Perform Agreement For Subdivision Improvements." COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUDGET Mr. Ken Jamieson was present in the audience to present the County Chamber of Commerce budget. He reported the request is for 10% of the figure that re- presents the room occupancy tax. City Manager recommended Council take no action at this time. 415 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JUNE 24, 1970 - PAGE 3 COUNCILMAN BUXTON Councilman Buxton gave a current report of the committee volunteer effort on the new nine at the golf course. Another "golf ball" and "white elephant sale" should complete the finances of this project. Councilman Buxton requested that a letter of recognition be sent to Channel 13 for the help given the family who suffered a loss by fire. City Manager will take care of the matter. COUNCILMAN HENDERSON Councilman Henderson asked the results of the inquiry regarding the drop in the current preliminary census. City Manager reported efforts made to date have not been effective. Congressman Clausen will be contacted in this regard and City efforts coordinated with the County. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Norgard adjourned the meeting to a closed personnel session to re- convene in adjourned regular session July 26, 1970, 7:00 a.m. MAYOR ATTEST: T f � CITY CLERK