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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 01-07-70 147 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 7, 1970 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:01 p.m. with Mayor Henderson, Councilmen Scotto, Crook, and Norgard present. Councilman Hill was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of December 17, 1969, be approved as corrected. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #935 to #957 inclusive and #16,932 to #17076 inclusive for the period of December 1st through December 15, 1969, be approved in the total amount of $46,377.63. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #958 to #982 inclusive and #17,081 to #17,217 inclusive for the period of December 15, 1969, through December 31, 1969, be approved in the total amount of $47,213.74. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #1359 to #1378 inclusive in the amount of $9,319.50 be approved and ordered paid. LOST PAYROLL CHECKS City Manager reported we have been advised by the Savings Bank of mendocino County that one days receipts of checks were lost while being transmitted by mail to San Francisco. To date, five checks have been lost and reissued. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried to approve the reissuance of the following payroll checks which were lost: LOST CHECKS CHECKS RE-ISSUED No. 16432 $ 36.41 No. 17077 $ 36.41 No. 16484 205.83 No. 17078 205.83 No. 16489 279. 14 No. 17079 279.14 No. 16478 344.80 No. 17080 344.80 No. 16389 361.86 No. 17218 361.86 CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS The City Attorney asked the Council questions regarding receipt of in- formation from the League of California Cities and was advised that the information pertaining to Disclosure of Assets had been received by each Councilman. DENIAL OF VARIANCE APPL. NO. 70-3 SALE OF RELOADING & SHOOTING SUPPLIES (JAMES D. CURRIVAN) The City Manager reviewed Questionnaire and Variance Application No. 70-3 by James D. Currivan to permit sale of reloading and shooting supplies at his home, 1131 Helen Avenue, zoned R-1. Planning Commission Resolution no. 70-5 recommending denial of said application and Findings of Fact from the Planning Commission dated December 23, 1969, were read in full. Applicant was present in the audience and spoke regarding said application. He stated that in view of action taken by the Planning Commission he could 348. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 7, 1970 - PAGE 2 modify his application to the extent that this operation would be a home occupation without stocking any supplies. Council.was advised that if application was to be considered on this basis, the applica- tion should be referred back to the Planning Commission for considera- tion of a new set of facts. Discussion followed. Mr. Currivan stated that even though he would carry no stock, supplies would be ordered as needed and would be on the premises until delivered. Council commented on the number of customers applicant might service at one time, poten- tial growth of the business which would result in a potential increase in stock on hand and subsequent difficulty of such an operation being policed. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried Variance Application No. 70-3 by James D. Currivan be denied as recommended by the Planning Commission. COMMITTEE REPORT RE CITY-COUNTY LIBRARY PROPOSAL The City Manager distributed to the Council and the County Administrator, who was present in the audience, copies of the committee report regarding the City-County Library proposal together with his recommendation. Said report, dated January 7, 1970, was read in full. Mr. Albert P. Beltraim, County Administrator reported that at the Board of Supervisor's meeting this date with 4 members present, a 3-1 vote directed the County Administrator to negotiate with the Council on the following basis for County participation in the proposed library con- struction: County participation on the basis of 1227. of the following costs: Land, Architect's fee, and construction cost of Architect's Scheme B. A lengthy discussion followed. Council stated that 1/8 financial parti- cipation by the County and 1/3 use of the proposed facility by the County did not appear to be a logical or fair distribution of cost. The County Administrator was asked if he would recommend that the Board of Super- visors go higher than said proposal and was advised that he would not make such a recommendation. Mr. Jack Pearson was present in the audience and expressed disappoint- ment with the fact that the problems between the two agencies had not been resolved. APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION OF CITY LIBRARY On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was carried by the following roll call vote to proceed with the plans for a City library as budgeted ans as the Architect was instructed December 10, 1969, and to reject the proposal by the Board of Supervisors for 1227. participation as outlined by the County Administrator. AYES: Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Norgard, and Mayor Henderson NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilman Hill Council expressed their appreciation to Mr. Beltrami for his efforts to meet the desires of the Council. County Administrator expressed the hope that with the operation of the two separate facilities there would be cooperation to keep duplication at a minimum. APPROVAL OF CLASSIFIED POSITION OF APPRENTICE LINEMAN The City Manager read a memorandum dated January 2, 1970, requesting approval of Apprentice Lineman and reviewed the proposed job descrip- tion. City Manager stated that this position, if approved, would fill 349 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 7, 1970 - PAGE 3 one of the two vacancies that have existed in the electric division for sometime and would be below the total approved complement of personnel for this division. Councilman Scotto stated his opposition to any increase in personnel at this time. It was expressed that a journeyman lineman could be recruited at the present time, but this position, if approved would better meet the needs of the department since recruitment at the {} higher level is difficult and the end result will be better for the City. Councilman Norgard made a motion that the Job Description for Apprentice Lineman be approved. After discussion, Councilman Norgard withdrew his motion. The matter will be continued next week. APPROVAL OF LEASE OF ACCESS TO BEACON City Manager read the agreement for lease of access to the beacon and recommended its approval with investigation necessary for an alternate method of handling the problem. Council discussed the pros and cons of a one year and five year lease and the need for the Airport Commission to review the need of said beacon in view of this increased charge against their budget. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried to approve the agreement for lease of the access to the Spanish Mountain Beacon on the basis of 5 years with a 60 days cancellation clause and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. INVITATION TO ANNUAL DINNER EMPLOYEES' CREDIT UNION ` The City Manager read a letter from the City of Ukiah Employees` Credit Union Board of Directors inviting the Council to be their guests at their annual dinner meeting January 16, 1970, at the Fairgrounds Home Economic Building. POLICE DEPARTMENT VEHICLES City Manager reported the Police Department is operating short of one vehicles since one of the units is out of operation. It is not the intent to replace the needed engine. We have been advised that the new police vehicles will be delivered next week. REQUEST FOR TAXI RATE INCREASE City Manager reported receipt of a request from the local taxi company for a rate increase. A specific recommendation will be made for Council consideration at next weeks meeting. AUDIT REPORT City Manager reported a recommendation regarding the annual audit report will be ready for consideration by the Council at the next meeting. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook stated that in view of a City Attorney memorandum regarding payment of business license by insurance brokers, he would suggest that the City proceed as soon as practical to make the necessary changes which would require insurance brokers to pay busniess licenses as required of other businesses. City Attorney will proceed with the best approach to the situation. 350 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 7, 1970 - PAGE 4 Councilman Crook asked how the PG&E rate increase effects the City. City Manager reported this would be verified next week but we are of the opinion that the increase will not effect the "R Schedule" which applies to the City. The City Attorney stated that since this schedule was not included as part of the application, it is his opinion that the City would not be effected by said increase. Councilman Crook suggested that the Council take some action in regard to air pollution control and notify the Board of Supervisors of our willingness to cooperate with them in this regard. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried to advise the Board of Supervisors of our desire to coordinate an air pollution control program with any being con- sidered by their Board. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard proposed thatthe City consider prohibition of out- door burning and instruct the City Attorney to draft an ordinancein this regard. The City Attorney will have said proposed ordinance for Council consideration in two weeks. This action will be mentioned in the letter to the Board of Supervisors regarding air pollution control. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Councilman Scotto asked about the results of action taken regarding parking tickets. The Finance Director and City Attorney reported what has been done to date. It was pointed out that there should be some immediate penalty for nonpayment of parking tickets and the ordinance be revised pertaining to parking ticket handling. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. R MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK