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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 06-03-70 404 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JUNE 3, 1970 The City Council of the City of Ukiah convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:06 p.m. with Mayor pro tempore Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, and Henderson present. Councilman Buxton and Mayor Hill were APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was unani- mously carried the minutes of the meeting of May 27, 1970, be approved as sub- mitted by the Clerk. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was unani- mously carried Special Warrants #2120 to #2130 inclusive, in the amount of $7412.31 be approved and ordered paid. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unani- mously carried Library Warrants #1198 to #1221 inclusive and City Payroll Warrants #2096 to #2228 inclusive for the period of May 16th through May 31, 1970, be approved in the total amount of $47,906.22. PUBLIC HEARING - WEED AND RUBBISH ABATEMENT PROGRAM Public Hearing was opened at 8:07 p.m. on the 1970 weed and rubbish abatement program. Affidavit of Posting by the Director of Public Works of all properties described in Resolution No. 70-29 and the Certificate of the Director of Public Works withdrawing certain properties from the order contained in Resolution No. 70-29 were placed on file. Mr. Kurt G. Schmitz was present in the audience and stated he is in the process _.. _. of taking care of the weeds on his property. The City Engineer will review the condition of subject property. Public Hearing was declared closed at 8:14 p.m. On a motion by Councilman Henderson seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried to overrule the objection to the proposed removal of weeds, rubbish, refuse and dirt declared a public nuisance by Resolution No. 70-29 passed and adopted May 6, 1970. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was unani- mously carried Resolution No. 70-33 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Ordering Director of Public Works To Proceed With The Abatement of Weeds and Rubble". REVIEW OF TENTATIVE MAP - ' FAIRWAY OAKS SUBD. UNIT #5 City Manager read a memorandum dated June 3, 1970, from the City Engineer regarding subject subdivision and reviewed the aerial map of the area. City Engineer explained reasons why the proposed street in said subdivision was not recommended to be extended to Low Gap Road as had been discussed previously. Council stressed the importance of good planning and the importance of proper utilization of City owned property located west of the proposed subdivision. With the development of the subdivision as proposed, the city owned property could, in the opinion of the Council, become land locked. Mr. Ed Carpenter, Engineer for Subdivider, was present in the audience and answered questions directed to him by the Council. City Engineer suggested that he or Mr. Carpenter give the Council an on site inspection of the area so there could be a better understanding of the layout of the proposed subdivision. Councilman Scotto made a motion, seconded by Councilman Henderson to approve Tentative Map of Fairway Oaks Unit #5. Before the question, additional Council discussion followed. Councilman Scotto then withdrew his motion. The matter was tabled for further consideration at the next meeting. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM FOR UNDERGROUNDING FAIRWAY OAKS SUBDIVISION UNIT # 4 City Manager asked for Council consideration of a program for undergrounding 405 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JUNE 3, 1970 - PAGE 2 electric distribution facilities in Fairway Oaks Subdivision Unit A. The total cost is estimated to be $3215 with certain credits to be gained, leaving a net cost of $1400. The charge for each lot benefitting from this proposed service would be $200. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was unani- mously carried to approve the undergrounding in subject subdivision as proposed. PROGRESS REPORT - UKIAH VALLEY TEEN CENTER, INC. City Manager reported representatives of the Ukiah Valley Teen Center, Inc. were present in the audience to request financial assistance from the City for said center. Mr. Ted Myer reported that since the last time the group appeared before the Council, incorporation of the group has been accomplished, directors have been appointed, and approximately 100 youth are actively participating in the program. He stated their major problem has been in locating a meeting place. The former Coast to Coast Store on State Street is available for $400 per month to lease or buy. Mrs. Agnes Dougherty reported that the center has $4000 cash on hand and gave an itemized report of items donated for use in the center. Mrs. Doris Spencer, the Chaperone Chairman for the group gave a report of the activities of the group to date. Their request was for financial assistance from the City to help guarantee payment of rent. Council asked various questions concerning future plans of the group and compli- mented them for the progress made to date, but pointed out the fact that the City is bound by certain legal restrictions and is obligated to residents within the City. Council action was deferred pending successful recruitment of a City Attorney to give a qualified legal opinion concerning this request. DELAY OF BID AWARD ANNUAL PUBLIC AUDIT City Manager reported receipt of two bids for the annual public audit. Said bids have not been checked for compliance with specifications so it was recommended consideration of award of bids be postponed until next week. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES GRANT City Manager reported a public library services grant similar to one in which the City has participated previously, is available for Council consideration. The total amount of said grant is $20,000 payable in four installments of $5,000 each with the first installment payable upon execution of the agreement submitted by the State. On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unani- mously carried to approve "Agreement For A Public Library Services Grant" and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign same. REPORT OF ADMINISTRATIVE DISCUSSION (CONSOLIDATED LIBRARY OPERATION) The City Manager read a memorandum dated June 3, 1970, which reviewed discussions he and the County Administrator had regarding the feasibility of a consolidated library operation. City Manager asked for clarification, and the County Adminis- trator confirmed the fact that apparently the extent of the Board of Supervisors -- proposed participation in the facility is the amount derived from the 12�_ Library tax rate. City Manager stated, in his opinion, the City is not in a position to accept the 12� tax rate as maximum under consolidation since it might be necessary to lower the level of service which could result in a basis for dis- qualification for grant programs. An alternate recommendation by the City Manager, in the event no agreement can be reached for consolidated operation, was consideration of the City becoming a part of the County Library system. Further Council discussion was postponed until a full Council is present. 406 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JUNE 3, 1970 - PAGE 3. For Council information, the City Manager read a letter dated May 29, 1970, from the State Librarian confirming the fact that $95,643 in the 1969-70 LSCA funds is being set aside for the City-County library. Mrs. Phyllis Dalton, Assistant State Librarian called this date stating said grant has been cleared through the Lt. Governor's office which is Northern California clearing house for said grant. Minor revisions of the application will be required. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 604 REPEALING CHAPTER 11, CITY CODE On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was unani- mously carried to introduce Ordinance No. 604, "An Ordinance Repealing Chapter 11, Article 4, Section 1957 Of the Ukiah City Code". RESOLUTION NO. 70-34 SETTING PUBLIC HEARING (MR. & MRS. KURT G. SCHMITZ) On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was unani- mously carried Resolution No. 70-34, "Resolution Setting Time Of Public Hearing Regarding Abatement Proceedings Commenced By City Of Ukiah - Resolution No. 70-31 (Mr. and Mrs. Kurt G. Schmitz)" and Resolution No. 70-35, "Resolution Setting Time Of Public Hearing Regarding Abatement Proceedings Commenced By City Of Ukiah - Resolution No. 70-32 (Mrs. Arlyss Bromm)", be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. CREDIT UNION ANNUAL SPONSORS NIGHT The City Manager reminded the Council of the invitation from the City of Ukiah Employees' Credit Union to the Mendo-Lake Chapter of Credit Unions Sponsors Night dinner. COMMINIQUE FROM SENATOR COLLIER RE DIVERSION OF GASOLINE TAX City Manager reported receipt of a letter from Senator Collier requesting Council consideration to adopt a resolution against diversion of gasoline tax monies. The City Engineer stated he was in support of Senator Collier's position regarding the matter. Even though said expenditure is at the option of each individual city, it is felt that such diversion is an opening wedge for a variety of uses other than for streets and highways. Council took no action in this regard. PEDESTRIAN SAFETY CITATION AWARD City Manager reported receipt of notification from the California State Sutomobile Association congratulating the City for winning a Pedestrian Safety Citation award in the 1970 AAA Pedestrian Safety Inventory Program. COUNCILMAN HENDERSON Councilman Henderson stated he was aware that there were reasons, but at times it appears that streets are torn up for various reasons immediately after being re- surfaced. City Manager explained the procedure at the time streets are resurfaced. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, Mayor pro tem declared the meeting adjourned at 10:49 p.m. _._. Zz ATTEST: Mayor pro tem 4-11 22, , C ty Clerk