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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
MAY 14, 1969
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers
at 8:00 P.M. with 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 May 7, 1969,
be approved as submitted by the Clerk.
SPECIAL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it
was unanimously carried Special Warrants #6852 to #6856 inclusive,
in the total amount of $3,070.88 be approved and ordered paid.
PROPOSAL FOR CITY-COUNTY
ANIMAL CONTROL PROGRAM
The City Manager reported receipt of a letter dated May 8, 1969, from
the County Administrator which scheduled a meeting with city and
county representatives to review the possibilities of a City-County
dog control program. Councilman Scotto and the City .Manager will
attend said meeting May 28, 1969.-
LIBRARY GRANT APPLICATION DENIED
The City Manager read a letter from the State Librarian dated May 5,
1969, advising there would be no assistance in the funding of the
library under the federal Library Services and Construction 'Act,
Title II, Construction. Sufficient funds are not available in
the 1968-69 appropriation and funds are not provided for Title II
in 1969-70. A letter has been written to the State Librarian re-
questing specific information, the details of which were reported
in detail by the City Manager. After discussion, the Council
directed the City Manager to confer with the County to ascertain
what steps can be taken in view of the current status of the appli-
cation and obtain comparative cost figures of the operation for
subsequent consideration by the Council.
RES. NO. 69-47 APPROVING
TAXICAB RATES
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it
was unanimously carried Resolution No. 69-47 be adopted and the Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council
Of The City Of Ukiah Approving 'Schedule of Taxicab Rates, Charges,
and R~gulations', dated June 1, 1969".
RES. NO. 69-48 APPROVING FINAL
MAP (OAK MANOR SUBD. UNIT l-D)
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it
was carried by a majority voice vote Resolution ~!o. 69-48 be adopted
and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution
Approving Final Map Of Oak Manor Subdivision, Unit No. l-D, & On
Condition That Subdivider Enter Into & Perform Agreement For Sub-
division Improvements".
RES. NO. 69-49 DECLARING WEEDS &
RUBBLE A PUBLIC NUISANCE
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it
was unanimously carried Resolution No. 69-49 be adopted and the Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Declaring Weeds And
Rubble Upon Private Froperty To Be Public Nuisance And Ordering Abate-
ment Of Same'l.
M INLITES OF THE MEETING
MAY 14, 1969
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF UKIAH
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REQUEST RE BUDGETED PROJECT
(DORA STREET IMPROVEMENT)
As directed at the previous Council meeting, the request concerning
the Dora Street improvements was again brought to the Council for
their consideration. The City Engineer reviewed in detail the
drainage project proposed to be completed along with the budgeted
Dora Street improvements. If approved, the budgeted Mason Street
project could be postponed. Council determined the Dora Street
project to proceed as originally budgeted.
DISCUSSION 0
F AQUATICS PROGRAM
City Manager again reviewed the recommendation of the Recreation and
Parks Commission regarding the aquatics program and read a memorandum
dated May 13, 1969, setting forth the financial effect of said
recommendations. The Council indicated concern with the program as
presently operating. Points of concern were (1) the City's high
subsidy to this one form of recreation, (2) the use of the pool by
a select ~roup to the exclusion of others, (3) short period of time
the pool ~s available for public use. Council determined that the
aquatics program remain as is for the summer. The total program will
be studied in the fall at which time the following information will
be available for Council consideration: (1) policies established in
other cities, (2) amount apportioned to the school district and the
adult education progra, (3) hourly cost of operating the pool.
MAYOR PRO TEM DECLARED A RECESS AT THIS TIME - 9:50 P.M.
DOLPHIN CONCESSION AGREEMENT
City Manager read a letter dated May 8, 1969, from the Dolphins ad-
vising that because of financial reasons, the concession agreement
would not be renewed. The Giorno Park Concessionaire has been con-
tacted to determine her interest in operating the concession stand
at the pool in addition to the one she is now operating. Her decision
will be reported at the next meeting inasmuch as she requested a
period of time for her decision.
RED BLUFF TRIP
City Manager reminded the Council of the scheduled trip to Red Bluff
on May 20th. Two Councilmen reported they would be able to make the
trip.
APPOI
UVSD,
SPECI
NTMENT OF ALTERNATE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
AL MEET lNG
TO
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it
was unanimously carried Councilman Norgard be appointed as Alternate
to the May 19, 1969, Ukiah Valley .Sanitation District Board of
Directors meeting.
REPORT RE COMPLETION
OF GENERAL PLAN
City Manager reported a letter has been written to the Council on
Intergovernmental Relations to initiate our application for a 701
Planning Grant. This action is in accordance with Planning Commission
request to complete our general plan by beginning the traffic and
circulation ~lement and the housing element. We are eligible for
two-thirds grants for these studies. Council will be kept advised
as plans develop.
COUNCILMAN SCOTTO
Councilman Scotto referred to the Police Department Annual Report
and stated that in view of the statistics contained there, he was
unable to understand how the local newspaper determined the City
has a soaring crime rate.
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COU''?
,,CiL OF THE CITY OF U;<I~',H
HAY 14, 1969
Councilman Scotto asked the extent of City personnel involved in
the work at McGarvey Park. City Engineer explained work done to
date and Council indicated some concern regarding the extent of
City involvement in the project.
COUNCILMAN CROOK
Councilman Crook asked what was holding up the work on Elm Street.
City Engineer explained work done to date and stated work should
be complete in July or August.
Councilman Crook asked about the Standard Station on State Street
the City Manager advised the proposed contract will be in final
form for Council consideration at the next meeting.
Councilman Crook asked about the OEO program. City Manager reported
what the City experience has been with this program.
Councilman Crook reported For Council information that the house on
West Henry that was last year considered by the Council as a public
nuisance, has been repaired and it is now occupied.
Councilman Crook asked if Department Heads submit time sheets and
record overtime. City Hanager explained what is being done in this
regard. Councilman Crook suggested that such records be maintained.
COUNCILMAN NORGARD
Councilman Norgard asked if we now have a full complement of manpower
for the Police Department and the Fire Department. City Manager re-
ported one appointment has been made in each department to bring it
up to a full complement of manpower.
MAYOR PRO TEM
Cyril Hill, Mayor pro tem reported the traffic congestion he has
observed at Standley and State Streets. He was advised of the plan
for Standley Street. In the meantime the matter will be investigated.
Mayor pro tem asked why business licenses were charged for dances at
the Fairgrounds and if the plan is to continue the practice. City
manager reported the charge for a business license is a revenue
measure only and is not intended for regula,tion.
AD JOU R NME N T
·
The Mayor pro tem declared the meeting adjourned at 10:32 p.m. to
reconvene in closed personnel session.
MAYOR'" pRO T' E M P-O-R-~
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ATTEST:
C I TY CLERK