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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 09-03-692 99 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 3 ~ 1969 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:02 p.m. with Mayor Henderson, Councilmen Crook, Norgard, and Hill present. Councilman Scotto was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of August 27, 1969, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. SPEC IAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman.Hill, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #7412 to #7416 inclusive in the total amount of $2,070.50 be approved and ordered paid. REPORT ON PROCEDURE FOR "701" GRANT FOR BUDGETED PROJECTS City Manager reported on procedure for obtaining "701" grant for budgeted projects (Circulation and Housing Elements of a City General Plan). The first step is the completion and submission of a general statistical type form to the state agency that handles this grant program. It was reported that the County is currently ready to start A County-wide housing study and has contracted with a consulting firm for the work. The'possibility of joining with the County in this project as it relates to the city will be investigated further in order to keep the Council advised. DISCUSSION OF PROCEDURE FOR LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT City Manager reported he had discussed with the architect the terms of his contract to determine the procedure to get the library con- struction project in motion. It appears that the existing contract covers said project with the exception of the budgeted amount and it seems reasonable to adjust this amount at the time the schematic drawings are completed and the new estimate of cost has been deter- mined. The Architect, Mr. Max Kappeler, was present in the audience and explained to what extent work done to date could be used and adopted to the present project. He emphasized the importance of keeping the project flexible to allow for expansion when and if necessary. City Manager stated that help will be available from the State Library and that the Assistant State Librarian has advised that grant money may be available but a project such as ours would have a low priority rating on a possible 25% reimbursement level. The Council appeared to be somewhat skeptical concerning availability of grant monies since projects for grants have proven to be erroneous in several instances in.the past. Mr. Kappeler was of the opinion that the Consultant's work can also be adapted to the current project. The question of whether or not the Consultant's work is complete was discussed. His contract will be reviewed so this determination can be made at a subsequent meeting. The following steps were reviewed by the City Manager and were recommended to be started as soon as possible so that there would be a possibility of library construction beginning Spring 1970: 1) Soil tests at a cost of $500 to $1,500 2) Adaption of architect's plans to present budget and building size. 3) Preparation of cost estimate. 30'0 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 3~ 1969 - PAGE 2 On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unanimously carried to proceed with the soil tests and authorize the Architect to proceed to the point of schematic drawings under terms of the contract. DISCUSSION REGARDING PROPOSED SALE OF KURT SCHMITZ PROPERTY Mr. James E. Busch, Attorney for Mr. Kurt Schmitz was present in the audience and presented a letter to the Council advising that Mr. Schmitz, owner of Prime Meat Products, wishes to relocate his business and asked if the Council would be interested in said property. Mr. Schmitz was also present in the audience and reported that the sale price of the five acre parcel was $200,000, 29% down payment, and suitable arrange- ments for the balance. The matter will be considered further at the September 24, 1969, meeting. POSTPONEMENT OF DISCUSSION RE GARBAGE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL PROBLEMS City Manager reported Mr. Johnstein withdrew his request to discuss the garbage collection and disposal problems scheduled for this meet- ing. Consideration will be given to his request at the next meeting. APPOINTMENT OF VOTING DELEGATE FOR ANNUAL LEAGUE CONFERENCE On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Mayor Henderson be appointed the voting dele- gate and Mayor pro tem Hill appointed the alternate for the annual League Conference, September 28 - October 1, 1969. CORRESPONDENCE: PLANNING COMMITTEE - HALFWAY HOUSE City Manager read a letter addressed to the Mayor from Mrs. Janice Ryan, Consultant to Halway House urging the Council to write the Board of Supervisors recommending that the Halfway House project be supported. The letter explained in detail the purpose of the project and how it will be financed. The City Manager reported that the Board of Supervisors minutes have not indicated that action has been taken by the Board in this regard. Action was deferred until opinions from the Board of Supervisors can be gained. City Manager was instructed to so advise Mrs. Ryan. PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO REVISE NCPA JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT City Manager read a proposed resolution which, if adopted, would revise the NCPA Joint Powers Agreement and speed up the application for HUD money for additional engineering work planned by the agency. Action was deferred until next week. PROPOSED LOW GAP PARK NO FUNDS AVAILABLE City Manager read from' the Board of Supervisors minutes advising that there will be no federal money available for the proposed Low Gap Park. COMPLETION DATE FOR MCGARVEY PARK The Recreation and Parks Director has advised that the McGarvey Park project will be completed September 27, 1969. PERSONNEL MEETING The City Manager requested a personnel meeting at the conclusion of this meeting. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 3~ 1969 - PAGE 3 COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook reported there appears to be a need for crosswalks on State Street at the Fairgrounds entrance and at Fjords Smorgette entrance. Councilman Crook stated that it appeared that the swimming pool has closed. City Manager stated that it has been the practice to close the pool after Labor Day each year due to a staffing problem. Councilman Crook asked if we could cancel Standard Oil Contract at any time and was advised that this could be done. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard asked about the FAA building and was advised that FAA has approved the construction program but there are no other details at the present time. COUNCILMAN HILL Councilman Hill remarked that the spring rat problem has become a fall rat problem. City Manager will check with the Health Department in this regard. BICYCLE PROGRAM Glenn Ericksen, Ukiah Daily Journal asked what could be done for the safety of children to require head and tail lights on bikes. The childrens bike program will be reviewed. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business, Mayor Henderson declared the meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m. after which the Council reconvened in closed personnel session. 301 MAYOR ATTEST '¢ir CL P,r