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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 04-15-70 386) MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH APRIL 15, 1970 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 p.m. with Mayor Henderson, Councilmen Crook, Norgard and Hill present. Councilman Scotto was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unani- mously carried the minutes of the meeting of April 8, 1970, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unani- mously carried General Warrants #1796 to #1928 inclusive, in the amount of $90,169.82 be approved and ordered paid. RESOLUTION NO. 70-24 GRANTING VARIANCE TO CHARLES & MABEL RENFRO On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unani- mously carried Resolution No. 70-24 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Charles & Mabel Renfro". RESOLUTION NO. 70-25 GRANTING VARIANCE TO ALBERT F. NIDEROST On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unani- mously carried Resolution No. 70-25 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance To Albert F. Niderost". REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR ASPHALT CONCRETE SURFACINGS ON CITY STREETS -- City Manager reviewed the specifications for asphalt concrete surfacings on Thomas Street between State and Cunningham, Perkins Street between State and School, and South Street between Observatory and Luce and recommended the bid call be May 5, 1970, 2:00 p.m. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unani- mously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for asphalt concrete surfacings on Thomas, Perkins, and South Streets, bids to be received prior to May 5, 1970, 2:00 p.m. APPROVAL OF INITIAL IMPROVEMENTS IN VINEWOOD PARK City Manager reported the list of priority items recommended by the Recreation and Parks Commission for development of Vinewood Park is generally workable and acceptable, and recommended consideration of the sprinkler system and rest rooms to start construction of the whole project. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unani- mously carried to proceed with plans for the sprinkler system and rest rooms for Vinewood Park as recommended by the City Manager. REPORT OF ASSEMBLY SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING RE RECOMMENDED CLOSING OF MENDOCINO STATE HOSPITAL City Manager reported he and Mayor Henderson attended a subcommittee hearing of the Assembly Ways and Means Committee in Sacramento at which time the committee discussed the recommendation for legislation to consider closing Mendocino State Hospital. The matter was taken under submission which may mean the proposed closing will be delayed a year, pending receipt of specific in- formation. An analysis of the economic impact said closing will have on Ukiah will be made. 43 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH APRIL 15, 1970 - PAGE 2 AWARD OF BID FOR TRANSFORMERS POSTPONED The City Manager reviewed the tabulation of bids received for distribution transformers and recommended acceptance of the bid from Westinghouse Supply on the basis that the transformers bid are stock items and can be delivered immediately. The two bids slightly lower than Westinghouse Supply indicated a delay in delivery of some items. The possibility of splitting the bid was discussed. Council decision was to postpone action one week. APPROVAL OF PAS-OLS FIRE HOUSE BUILDING The City Manager reported the old fire house buildings can be painted for an estimated price of $350.00 and recommended this be included as an addition to the total construction job in progress at the Fire House. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unani- mously carried to approve the painting of the old fire house builidng as recommended by the City Manager. SCHOOL BOARD ACTION RE AB908 The City Manager reported AB908 has been discussed by the Board of the Ukiah Unified School District and the position of the City was not opposed since the Board took no action. FORMAL DEDICATION OF MCGARVEY PARK SCHEDULED The formal dedication of McGarvey Park is scheduled May 1, 1970. Council will be advised of further details at a later date. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard complimented Mayor Henderson on the recent election and ex- tended best wishes for another four years. Councilman Norgard expressed concern with the deepening of the Russian River channel which will ultimately effect the value of the Ranney Collector. The two other water districts will be contacted to get their position in this matter so definite action can be taken. Said information will be available to the Council at the April 29th meeting. RESOLUTION NO. 70-26 COMMENDING COUNCILMAN BRUCE D. CROOK On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unani- mously carried Resolution No. 70-26 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Commending Councilman Bruce D. Crook For His Efforts On Behalf Of The City". COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook stated he considers it a privilege to have served the City Council and the City of Ukiah and gave the assurance of his support in the future. The time served on the Council has provided a better understanding of the City and its operation. Mayor Henderson extended his thanks to Councilman Crook for his service to the City. i ADJOURNMENT Mayor Henderson declared the meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, 1970, after which the Council reconvened in Closed Personnel Session. MAYOR ATTES hi, CITY CLERK