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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 10-15-69MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 15, 1969 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:03 p.m. with Mayor Henc~erson, Councilmen Scotto, Crook, and Norgard present. Councilman Hill was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of October 8, 1969, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried General Warrants #7561 to #7600 inclusive and #1OO1 to #1082 inclusive in the total amount of $85,537.O1 be approved and ordered paid. It was noted that Warrant #7561 payable to the State of California in the amount of $40.00 had been voided inasmuch as a determination has been made that this amount was not due at this time. EVANS STREET SEWAGE DISPOSAL PROBLEM The City Manager reviewed a memorandum dated 10-1-69 regarding the Evans Street sewer problem which was prepared by the City Engineer and had been previously distributed to the Council as requested. The memorandum explained in detail the problem that exists and gave four alternate solutions to said problem along with summary cost estimates. Mr. Ed Stevens and Mr. James H. Gordon, property owners in the area who have been attempting to find a solution to their problem, were present in the audience. COUNCILMAN HILL ARRIVED AT THIS TIME - 8:09 P.M. A map showing two alternate routes proposed in the City Engineer's memorandum were again reviewed by him. It was pointed out that while the project, if approved, would improve the system and benefit the City in the future, it appears that two property owners will receive the immediate benefit with benefits available to a third. It was therefore suggested that there be substantial participation by the property owners if Council agreed to go ahead with sewer con- struction and that a formula be developed for payment of a portion of costs by future users. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unanimOusly carried to authorize the City Engineer to proceed with right of way negotiations necessary for the proposed Evans Street sewer construction and subxequent determination of the pro rata share of cost to be paid by the involved property owners, with the estimated construction cost to be included in next years budget. POLICE VEHICLE BIDS REJECTED Council again conducted a lengtny discussion regarding state purchase of police vehicles vs. local purchase. Mr. Jim Smith, Cox Motors, was present in the audience and stated his reasons for not bidding at this time and stated his company's attitude toward receiving only warrantly maintenance of vehicles not purchased locally. Council expressed concern with the position in which the local dealer is in but at the same time felt it incumbent upon them to determine that the best advantage for the City could be achieved by buying through the State of California at this time. 318 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 15~ 1969 - PAGE 2 On a motion by Counci was unanimously carri vehicles and proceed wi th the State of Cal lman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Hill, it ed to reject all bids received, for police with the purchase of four replacement vehicles i forn i a. REQU FOR (SPR EST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO CALL BI DS FOR ASPHALT CONCRETE WORK lNG STREET & WAUGH LANE) City Manager reviewed the specifications for asphalt concrete work on Spring Street and Waugh Lane and recommended the bid call be prior to November 4, 1969, 2:OO p.m. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for asphalt concrete work on Spring Street, between Standley street to Walnut Avenue; Waugh Lane between Gobbi Street to Cooper Lane, bids to be received prior to 2:00 p.m., November 4, 196~. RESOLUTION ~lO. 70-5 COMMEND lNG CLYDE W. USWELL (AIRPORT COMMISSION) Un a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by uouncilman Scotto, i't was' unanimously carried Kesolution No. 70-5 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Kesolurion Commen0ing Clyde W. Oswell For Service To The City Of Ukian". RESOLUTION NO. 70-6 APPOINTING MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE RELATIONS OFFICER On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 70-6 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Appointing Municipal Employee Relations Officer'l. CITIZENS COMMITTEE VINEWOOD PARK City Manager reviewed the activities and plans of the Citizens Committee for Vinewood Park. This active group is scheduled to start the basic clean up and tree trimming that can be done from the ground on Saturday, October 18th, weather permitting. One of the service clubs has also shown an interest in the development of the park. Council expressed their appreciation of the interest and willingness to work which has been shown to date. ANIMAL CONTROL PROGRAM City Manager reported he was unable to contact the County Admin- istrator regarding Board action concerning the proposed county- wide animal control program. This report will be made next week. CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES DENIED (JAMES S. WILLIAMS) City Manager reviewed the claim for damages filed by the California State Automobile Association for James S. Williams resulting in alleged damage to his automobile located at State and Seminary Streets. It was recommended the claim be denied. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the claim of Mr. James S. Williams in the amount of $67.23 be denied. 3 !9 MI~"'ItITE:.-.,¢' OF THE MEETING OF THE MEETII',,!G OF THE CITY Or., I.,~KIAH OCTOBER 15, 1969 - PAGE 3 CLAIMS (9) FOR PERSONAL INJURIES & INJURY TO REAL PROPERTY DENIED City Manager reviewed claims for personal injuries and injury to real property resulting from the use of city owned property by the Ukiah Valley Trap Club. Said claims were filed by the following: l) Dessie Sullivan- $23,500.00 George Sullivan and Jeanne Sullivan - $26,000.00 3) A. F. Cluff and Sybil H. Cluff- $26,000.00 4) Melville T. Luebberl<e and Elmaleta C. Luebberke - $25,000.00 51, Merrick F. Hersey and Elizabeth Hersey - $25,000.00 Clifford Skinner, M.D. and Hazel Skinner - $25,4OO.00 /1 James W. Selzer and Virginia C. Selzer - $30,000.00 8) Thomas P. Geoghegan and Louise Geoghegan - $25,O00.00 Dr. Wilson Van Dusen and Marjorie Van Dusen - $25,000.00 On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the claims as reviewed by the City Manager for personal injuries and injury to real property be denied. CITY TREASURER Counc Treas Mrs. ilman Crook and the City Manager gave a report of the City urer, Ruby Orr, w~o is convalescing after being hospitalized. Orr expressed her appreciation for the Council's interest. SOl L TESTS LIBRARY SITE city Manager reported he has contacted the architect regarding the results of the soil tests made at the proposed library site. The engineer's verbal report indicated no problems, however, the formal written report has not as yet been received. In the meantime, the architect is proceeding with plans and structural information to keep construction cost at a minimum figure. EMPLOYER-EMPLOYEE RELATIONS PROGRAM City Manager distributed a memorandum dated October 15, 1969, to the Council regarding the employer-employee relations program. Also included was a copy of a letter from Operating Engineer~ Local Union ~!o. 3 and a form proposed to be used for the position classi- fication study and general information pertaining to the use of the form. Council will review the information after which this essential first step will begin. COUI'~CILMAI,! I~iORGARD Councilman ~.!orgard complimented the City Manager and others who are responsible for the excellent start of the Vinewood Park Program. City Manager stated the Recreation and Parks Commission has taken a real interest in said program, COtJNCILMAM HILL Counc boo !.< matte ilman Hill raised a question about the availability of the recently taken from circulation at the public library. The r will be referred to the Library Board of Trustees. MAYOR HE~'DERSON Mayor Henderson reported there has during the past several months on will check the matter. been excessive automobile noise Perkins Street, City Manager Mayor Henderson asked the extent of possible City responsibility on 320. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 15, 1969 - PAGE 4 drainage channels. It was reported the Council has taken no formal action in this regard. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, Mayor Henderson declared the meeting adjourned at 9'. 52 p.m. ATTEST: CITY CLERK