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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 08-06-69MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 6, 196~ 283 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 p.m. wi th Cyril Hill, Mayor pro tem; Councilmen Scotto, Crook, and Norgard present. Mayor Henderson 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 July 23, 1969, be approved as corrected. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded b~ Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants 722 to #744 inclusive and #15,675 to #15,823 inclusive for the period of July 16, 1969, through July 31, 1969, be approved in the amount of $48,196.44. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #7241 to #7294 inclusive in the total amount of $15,076 93 be approved and ordered paid. ' CANVASS OF VOTES The Council counted the votes cast for the Special Munici al Annexation Election (Annexation 68-1 - Munson Subdivision~)and all we re found to be correct. RESULTS OF ELECTION On a motion by Mayor pro tem Hill, it was unanimously carried that the in the minutes: seconded by Councilman Scotto, following record be entered l) The proposition submitted: "Shall the territory descrived as 'Annexation 68-1 (Munson Subdivision)' be annexed to the City of Ukiah?" 2) Total number of votes cast: Sixty-nine (69) 3) The number of votes cast for and against annexation: 34 "Yes" votes - 35 "NO" votes. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS 1969 LEGISLATION Disclosure of Assets by Public Officers. ~ has been approved by the Senate and sent to the Governor for his signature. This bill concerns the public disclosure of all investments exceeding $10,000 held by public agnecy officials. On a motion by Councilman it was unanimously carried AB325. Norgard, that we seconded by Councilman Crook, indicate our opposition to _Bay Fill. Conflictinq Jurisdiction With Local Government. The Senate has approved amendments to AB 2057 to extned the juris- diction of BCDC to 100' of land surrounding the 276 mile shoreline of San Francisco Bay. Business License Taxes Prohibited. Trucks. AB2b~O was soundly defeated by the Senate by a vote of 30 to 2. Preempti on_. Genera 1. been referred wi th a for approval. Gun Reqistration. SB favorable recommendation 4 has, as amended, to the Assembly 284 MI NUTES AUGUST OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH 6, 1~.69 - PAGE 2 Policemen. Salaries. R~etirement. SB1414 relative to police salaries has been defeated~'l~y the Senate Committee on Finance and referred to an interim committee for study. AB 374 doubling the cost of retirement for policemen and firemen is still pending. Taxation of Municipally. Owned Electric Utilities. AB1618 as amended was referred to interim committee for study. It is apparent that an all out effort will be made to subject municipally owned utilities to a tax comparable to the taxes paid by their privately owned counterparts. Municipally owned utilities should be prepared to make detailed presentations to appropriate interim committees. The City Manager was present in Sacramento along with other CMUA members to aid in the defeat of this bill. This action resulted in a savings of $150,0OO to the City this year. MRS. JACK W. MORRIS CLAIM FOR DAMAGES DENIED The City Attorney reviewed the claim for damages fi led by Mrs. Jack W. Morris resulting feom injury to her child while playing on the Merry-Go-Round at the Municipal Park. The child was alleged to have fallen off the Merry-go-round thus striking his head against a cement curb nearby. It was recommended the claim be deni ed. On amotion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by it was unanimously carried the claim of Mrs. in the amount of$52.O0 be denied. Councilman Norgard, Jack W. Morris A report of the results of future claims of this nature will be given to the Council. DISCUSSION WI TH REPRESENTATIVES OF CITY & COUNTY CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE The City Manager reported that in reply to a request by the County Chamber of Commerce, the Manager and a portion of the members of the Board were present in the audience to ask the Council to give further consideration to their budget request. Mr. Ken Jamieson, County Chamber Manager introduced members of the Chamber Board who were present. He gave a detailed report of operations of the County Chamber and its achievements since organization and stated that the County Chamber concept is based on the participation of each city wi thin the County. The following persons were present in the audience and spoke in behalf of said request and stated, in their opinion, cooperation an,ong the cities was of the utmost importance; l) Mr. Jack Pearson, President, County Chamber of Commerce 2) Mr. Ottis Smith, Mayor, Willits 3) Mr. Ralph Pennock, Mayor, Point Arena A letter from Frank Petersen, Mayor pro tem of the City of Fort Bragg was read urging the Council to cooperate in the County Chamber funding. A genera 1 in which matter as discussion and question and answer session followed the Council again stated their position regarding this set forth in previous budget hearings. At this point in the meeting representatives from the Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce were recognized as each urged the Council to consider reinstatement of. the deleted amount from their budget request. Those present in the audience speaking for the City Chamber request were Mr. Bob Axt, Delores Shannon, Marshall Leve, and Dean Devries. Mr. Axt was the principal spokes- man for the group and stressed the need for additional funding 285 MINUTES OF THE HEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 6, ]~69 - PAGE ;3 was to hi re a qua1 functions and to s pointed out that t increased from yea quested would not their request cons plus the time requ ified Manager for the Chamber to promote community timulate business within the city. It was he amount al located to the City Chamber has r to year and even though the full amount re- be realized, the Chamber is in fact getting idering the 1969-70 fiscal year is underway irement to fill the Manager position. MAYOR PRO TEM DECLARED A RECESS AT THIS POINT - 9:40 :.M. Councilman Scotto made a motion, seconded by Mayor pro tem Hill that the County Chamber of Commerce budget be reinstated as requested. The following roll call vote resulted in a tie vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Scotto and Mayor pro Councilmen Crook and Norgard Mayor Henderson tem Hi 11 Mr. Jamieson requested that he be advised when there is a full Counc i I . DISCUSSION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEM As requested by the Council, the replacement of the fi re alarm system was discussed with the Fi re Chief who expressed concern wi th the system in its present condition and it was agreed that there is a degree of hazard involved in postponing its replace- ment indefinitely. The details of orderinf the proposed system and the time element involved were reviewed. The City Manager recommended said alarm system be ordered January, 1970. Council agreed and a review of the matter will be made prior to the placement of the o.rder at that time. DISCUSSION OF BUDGET ADOPTION The Counc i determi ned fi na 1 form for Counci 1 discussed the matter of adopting the budget and it was that the budget would be adopted when typed in its . The City Manager reported the budget would be ready consideration in two weeks. REQUE ENGI N ST FROM REPRESENTATIVE OF OPERATING EERS LOCAL UNION NO. ~ At this point in the meeting, Mr. Doug Emmans introduced himself to the Council stating he was from Vallejo and at the present time representing the majority of the employees of the City of Ukiah. He stated the employees are dissatisfied by the Council action regarding salaries and that he was making two recommenda- t ions: That the employee That the discuss Council suspend adoption of the budget and reopen negoti ati ons. Council adjourn to Executive Session to study and provisions of Section 3500 of the Government Code. The City Attorney stated that the Council was under no obligation to discuss the provisions of Section 3500 of the Government Code with the City Attorney in Executive Session, but that the Council had the privilege to do so. After some discussion, Mr. Emmans then stated he was representative of those employees of the City of Ukiah who are dissatisfied with salary arrangements and again stated that contract negotiations should be reopened; otherwise there would be necessary and economic action by the employees to get the job done. Mr. Emmans also stated that a formal written presentation will be sent to the City by the Operating Engineers Local Union No. 3. Council determined that prior to any action a report from the City Attorney giving alterna- tives for subsequent Council decision would be reviewed. It was 286 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 6, l~6~) - PAGE 4 stated that the Council could see no reason to discuss a matter of this type and would be advised of any meeting of this type. for Executive Sessions prefer that the public REqUE L,A.F PLANN ST FROM COUNTY .C. MEMBERS AS lNG AGENCY TO UTI L I ZE COUNTY The City Manager reported a letter from the County Administrator had requested that L.A.F.C. members be utilized as a County and Cities Planning Agency to possibly meet requirements for Federal grants and monies. The City Manager recommended against a committee of this type on a permanent basis until more details are known but would be agreeable to an exploratory meeting using L.A.F.C. members plus a selected member from the City of Willits. Council agreed. OPPOSITION TO EFFORTS TO REMOVE TAX EXEMPT FEATURES OF MUNICIPAL BONDS City Manager reviewed a letter from the Bank of America asking Council to express opposition to the members of the House Ways and Means Committee opposing any action on the part of Congress which would have an adverse effect on state and local government bonds. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried that opposition to alter the tax-exempt feature of municipal bonds be expressed to members of the House Ways and Means Committee. REQUEST FROM AIRPORT COMMISSION (TIE-DOWN FEES) City Manager reported receipt of a letter from the Airport Commission requesting an increase in tie down fees to $1.OO per day. The schedule would be two days free, $1.OO per day wi th a monthly maximum of $5.00. Before Council decision is requested, various points will be cleared with the Airport Chairman, Dick Sarber. APPROVAL OF OUTSIDE CITY WATER SERVICE (MITCHELL-725 ORR STREET.) City Manager reported that Mr. J. B. Mitchell who had requested outside city water service was agreeable to annexation if permitted to continue his trailer occupancy, however, the City Manager reported that in view of the condition of Orr Street and the bridge crossing Orr Creek, he would recommend that annexation not be considered at this time and that the outside water rate be charged for city water. On a mot it was u outsi de charge a June 27, ion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Scotto, nanimously carried to grant J. B. Mitchell water service city limits to his property at 725 Orr Street for a s set forth in the City Engineer's memorandum dated 1969. REQUEST FOR ASSIGNMENT OF HANGAR LEASE (CRAWFORD LUMBER COMPANY) City Manager reported receipt of a request from F. M. Crawford Lumber Inc. for assignment of hangar lease to Crawford Lumber Products, Inc. This request is prompted by a change in the organization of the company. Council agreed to completion of the assignment which will be returned for consideration at the next meeting. 287 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF AUGUST 6, 1969 - PAGE ~ THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH F.A.A. FLIGHT SERVICE STATION BUILDING City Manager gave a progress report on the proposed F.A.A. Service Station building on airport property. Plans made appear to be totally acceptable to F.A.A. and their reply be forthcoming shortly. Council will be kept advised. Fl i ght to da te s hou 1 d SERVICE STATION LEASE (STATE AND HAS TINGS ROAD) City Manager reviewed the lease with Standard Oil Company on property located at State and Hastings Road and recommended its approval inasmuch as the building is owned by Standard Oil Company and thus precludes other oil companies interest in said location. Council asked the possibility of construction of a new building at this site and asked the City Manager to again endeavor to see if this could be arranged prior to execution of the lease. UNAUTHORIZED WATER CONNECTION NORTH STATE STREET City Manager connecti on o billed for t requested to that failure agreed to ac reviewed the details of use of an unauthorized water n North State Street. The property owner has been he full amount due at the out of city rate, has been apply for an out of city water service, and advised would result in disconnection of service. Council ti on on this basis. ALBERTINUM PROPERTY City Manager reported a representative of the Albertinum will be in Ukiah the week of August 17 at which time a tour of the property will be made. NOTICE OF COMPLETION ASPHALT CONCRETE OVERLAYS The City Manager reviewed a memorandum from the City Engineer dated August l, 1969 stating the Contractor, ABSCO Paving, has completed all work required under the contract for asphalt concrete overlays on South Dora and Standley Streets. City Manager recommended work be accepted as complete and the Clerk be authorized to file the required Notice of Completion. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried that asphalt concrete overlays on South Dora Street and Standley Street be accepted as complete and the City Clerk be authorized to file the required Notice of Completi on. BREAK IN AT SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT The City Manager reported the Sewage Treatment Plant was broken into and tools valued at $1000 were stolen. There was no other damage. There is an inventory of the tools so the missing tools are known. The loss is being handled by the insurance company. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR ASPHALT CONCRETE SURFACING City Manager reviewed the specifications and requested authorization to call for bi ds for street resurfacing, be opened 2:00 p.m. August 26, 1969. Counc i 1 bids to On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for asphalt concrete surfacings on North Pine, Park Boulevard, Barnes, and Elm Streets, bids to be received prior to August ~.6, 1969, 2:00 p.m. 288 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH AUGUST 6~ lp6~ - PAGE 6 COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook asked the status of the late Judge Held's home. There was no definite information on the matter. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard requested a discussion for use of a portion of the funds in the Special General Fund and stated that in view of the impasse with the County for a combined library facility, it was his suggestion that the City build a 10,000 square foot library on the former Greyhound property. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried to include in the current budget the cost for construction of a 10,000 square foot library on the former Greyhound property, Perkins and Main Streets. The County will be advised of this Council action. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook asked about the annual employee picnic. Follow up will be made on this matter. MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor pro tern Hill thanked the City Manager for the organizational work done in preparation for the dinner for the former Councilmen. ADJOURNMENT At 11:34 p.m. the Council adjourned ATTEST: ~CrTY CLERK to Executive Session. OR pr° trim~