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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
FEBRUARY 11, 1970
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at
8:00 p.m. with Mayor Henderson, Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Hill present.
Councilman Norgard was absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
- On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was
unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of February 4, 1970, be
approved as submitted subject to possible correction of warrant numbers.
RESOLUTION NO. 70-10 NAMING
PARK PLACE AND PARK COURT
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was
unanimously carried Resolution No. 70-10 be adopted and the Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of
The City Of Ukiah Designating Names Of 'Park Place' and 'Park Court' ."
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
1970 LEGISLATION
Police Salaries, Equipment, Retirement and Fringe Benefits. The Assemblv
Committee on Crominal Procedure will hear AB 317 (Crown and Knox) March 4.
AB 317 makes a finding (1) that they quality of law enforcement is a
matter of statewide interest rather than a purely local matter; (2) that
the quality of law enforcement is dependent on the ability of local govern-
ment to attract and retain competent personnel; and (3) that compensation,
retirement allowances, fringe benefits and equipment are key factors in
recruiting and retaining competent personnel. AB 317, for the above
reasons, would provide for state assistance for equipment and compensation.
To the extent that funds have been appropriated by the Legislature and
made available to local agencies, counties and cities are required to
furnish their peace officers with equipment, including uniforms, firearms,
holsters, belts and ammunition, nightsticks, handcuffs, and foul-weather
garments. The Commission on P.O.S.T, is required to adopt rules and
regulations establishing minimum standards of compensation including re-
tirement allowances and other fringe benefits for law enforcement per-
sonnel.
The City Manager reported the City has previously protested legislation
in this regard on the basis of loss of local control and recommended
that a protest against AB 317 be registered. He stated it is in conflict
with the law that required cities to meet and confer in good faith with
employees. This conflict makes it difficult to determine with whom we
should be meeting, our employes or the State Legislature. If an agree-
ment is reached with an employee group, we can assume this may be in-
validated at the next session of the legislature.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was
unanimously carried the City Manager be instructed to express opposition
to AB 317.
REPORT OF LIBRARY COMMITTEE MEETING
City Manager reported the six member library committee met and reviewed
points brought forth in previous discussions. There are two points of
disagreement which at this point must be resolved. They are: (1) Is
_....__ the County adamant in its position to pay toward constructipn costs only
to the extent of additional cost to the City, (2) Does the County inten
to participate in the cost of book borrowing which is already in existence
for non-residents of the City. These points will again be discussed at
the committee meeting next week.
PROPOSED LEASE OF CITY JAIL FACILITY
Council discussed City Manager's memorandum dated February 3, 1970 re-
garding proposal to lease City jail facility to the County. The Sheriff's
proposal to start a work furlough program to operate out of the City
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jail was discussed. The City Manager stated in his opinion, this would
prove impractical as a result of operating problems. However, he was
of the opinion that his counter proposal would result in the City jail
being used to its capacity with benefits for the City as well as the
County. Council directed the City Manager to advise the Sheriff that
his proposal was impractical for the City and the counter proposal made
by the City Manager is still under consideration.
ADOPTION OF PRIVATE LIGHTING POLICY ------
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was
unanimously carried to adopt the private lighting policy as heretofore
discussed and recommended by the City Manager.
COMMENDATION TO ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
City Manager reported Jim Smart, Administrative Assistant has completed
an International City Management Association course, "Management
Practices For Smaller Cities". ` The City Manager stated Mr. Smart has made
an above average grade in the twelve month course covering fifteen subjects and is
to be commended for this accomplishment.
On a motion by Councilman Crook seconded by Councilman Hill it was unanimously
carried to commend Jim Smart for successful completion of the course,
"Management Practices For Smaller Cities".
PROTEST TO RELINQUISHMENT OF STATE STREET
City Manager reported the City recently met with Division of Highways
personnel concerning City protest filed on the relinquishment of State
Street and Talmage Road. The deficiencies on State Street have been
brought up to date and within the next ten days a meeting with the
Division of Highways will be held at which time they will be advised
that our protest will remain in effect with the additional information of
the extent of further deterioration. As the situation changes Council
will be kept advised.
COUNCILMAN CROOK
Councilman Crook suggested that the Beautification Committee be complimented,
through Barbara Eversole, for the work done at McGarvey Park.
Councilman Crook asked if the Fire Department alarm system has been
installed and was advised that some work is being done but it is not
as yet complete.
Councilman Crook stated a letter from Senator Collier has advised there
may be a change in the disclosure of assets law prior to April 14th. City Attorney
stated a memorandum will be sent from his office on the matter, but it
does not appear likely that any radical changes will be made prior to
April 14th.
MAYOR HENDERSON
Mayor Henderson read a letter from Senator Collier regarding disclosure of
assets. The accompanying papers were given to the City Attorney for his
1 review and comments.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further regular business, Mayor Henderson adjourned the
meeting at 8:53 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk