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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
APRIL 2, 1969
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers
at 8:00 p.m. with Mayor Scotto, Councilmen Crook, Norgard, and Hill
present. Councilman Henderson 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 March 26, 1969,
be approved as submitted by the Clerk.
SPECIAL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was
unanimously carried Special Warrants #6684 to #6687 inclusive, in
the total amount of $1,614.52 be approved and ordered paid.
RES. NO. 69-42 ESTABLISHING
GOLF CART STORAGE & USE FEES
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it
was unanimously carried Resolution No. 69-42 be adopted and the Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council
Of The City Of Ukiah Establishing Golf Cart Storage and Use Fees."
APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR
PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES GRANT
The City Attorney reported receipt of the agreement from the State
which, 'if approved, will provide funds in the amount of $20,000
for the Ukiah-Mendocino County Library System. Said grant is to
be received in four installments of $5,000 each, the first of which
will be payable upon execution of the agreement. The City Attorney
reviewed the agreement and recommended its acceptance and execution
by the Council.
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook,
i'"t was unanimously carried to approve execution of the Agreement
For A Public Library Services Grant, Education Agreement No. 3938,
and authorize the Mayor to sign same.
CONSIDERATION OF PETITION
COMPLAINT OF SHOOT lNG
UKIAH VALLEY TRAP CLUB
The City Manager reported this as being the time of hearing protests
to shooting by the Ukiah Valley Trap Club from residents east of the
City. A memorandum from the City Manager dated April 2, 1969 giving
a summarized history of said club and a memorandum from the City
Attorney dated April 2, 1969, summarizing the legal position of the
City was distributed to the Council and read by the City Manager.
The petition dated March 19, 1969, was read by the City Attorney.
The following people were present in the audience and spoke in be-
half of the petition:
M. F. Hersey, 450 Watson Road Jean Sullivan, 500 Watson Road
George Sullivan, 500 'Watson Rd. C.L. Foster, 431 Knob Hill Road
James Selzer, 700 Watson Road Mrs. Geo. Sullivan, Sr., 550 Watson
Mrs. A. S. Pilegaard, 950 View Dr. M. R. Berman, 540 Vichy Hills Dr.
The main objection expressed was that of noise which was thought to be
a nuisance, a hazard to the residents of the area, and an interruption
of the quiet country life of the area.
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The following people were present in the audience and-spoke in
opposition to the petition.'
Chuck Ga 11 i, 221 Knob Hill
Jack McGuire, l l9 Giorno
James Hale, 1348 Rose
Herbert Si ngley, The Forks.
Rd.
Members of the club stated that said club is operated by the
rules and regulations set forth for this type operation and
the club is offering a recreational facility for city and county
residents to enjoy and that approximately $20,000 has been
invested in the range. A desi re to work out an agreeable
arrangement for shooting was expressed by those who spoke in
behalf of said club.
Captain Hayes Hickey, California Highway Patrol, explained the
activity of the California Highway Patrol at this location and
expressed a willingness to cooperate in any way necessary to
help wi th a solution to the problem.
The City Attorney stated, in his opinion, the Council is not in
a position to determine if this is a public nuisance, that this
is for the courts to decide.
Mr. Hersey, representing the petitioners, and Mr. Chuck Galli,
representinq the Ukiah Valley Trap Club, indicated a willingness
to work wit~ a committee from each group to attempt to solve
the existing problems.
MAYOR SCOTTO DECLARED A RECESS AT THIS TIME - 9:03 p.m.
APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE MAP
SPURLOCK SUBD. UNIT #4
The Tentative Map of Spurlock Subdivision, Unit #4 was pre-
sented for consideration and the minutes of the Planning
Commission meeting dated March 27, 1969, and the City Engineer's
memorandum dated March 18, 1969, were reviewed by the City
Manager. Application for permission to construct the railroad
crossing proposed in this subdivision, is now being processed
with the Public Utilities Commission and Northwestern Pacific
Railroad. The map complies wi th the street layout discussed
wi th the developer' and the Council, it appears to be a reason-
able method for development of the area, and it was recommended
to approve the map as presented.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard,
it was unanimously carried the Tentative Map of Spurlock Sub-
division Unit #4 be approved as presented.
GOLDEN PACIFIC AIRLINES
City Manager reported it has been suggested that the counter to
be used by Golden Pacific Airlines be relocated to allow for
more useable lobby space in the Airport Administration Building.
City Manager was instructed to use his discretion in the matter.
REQUEST AND AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR
BI DS FOR GOLF CART STORAGE BUILDING
City Manager reviewed the specifications and schematic drawings
for the golf cart storage building and recommended the bid
call be April 22, 1969 at 2:00 p.m.
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Hill,
it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for
bids for golf cart storage building, bids to be received prior
to April 22, 1969, at 2:00 p.m.
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APPROVAL OF REQUEST
WOMEN'S GOLF CLUB
City Manager read a letter dated March 26, 1969,
Women's Golf Club requesting a reduction in the
their annual ladies guest day April 29, ]969.
from the Ukiah
green fee for
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard,
it was unanimously carried to reduce the green fee rate to
$1.00 on April 29, 1969, as requested by the Ukiah Women's Golf
Club.
APPROVAL OF CONCESSION AGREEMENTS
(GIORNO PARK & DOLPHIN AUXILIARY)
City Manager reported the concessionaires for the swimming pool
and Giorno Park had agreed to the increased rate of 7½% of their
gross revenue, Obligation of the Concessionaire to pay the
required sales tax was also clarified in the agreement. It
was the opinion of the Council that the use of the concession
at the swimming pool by the Dolphin Auxiliary should be limited
to the swimming season only and that said concession be made
available to the City at other times of the year.
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Hill,
it was unanimously carried to approve, and the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to sign the Giorno Park Concession Agreement and
the Concession Agreement with the Dolphin Auxiliary; said
Dolphin agreement to have a time limitation of use during the
swim sea son.
INSPECTION OF AIRPORT
COMPLIES WITH AGREEMENT
The City Manager read a letter dated March 26, 1969 from the
Federal Aviation Administration advising that a periodic in-
spection of the Municipal Airport was made to see if the City
is using, operating, and maintaining the airport in accordance
wi th the conditions of the va rious grant agreements wi th the
Federal Government. The inspection found the airport complies
wi th the agreement.
REPORT OF LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES &
COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The City Manager gave a report of the meeting with the Library
Board of Trustees and the County Library Advisory Committee which
was held March 31, 1969. The Library Director gave a report of
progress made since consolidation with the County and there were
no protests as to what has been done up to this point.
TERMINATION OF AIR SERVICE
(SKYMARK Al RLI NES)
City Manager reported receipt of a notice from Skymark Airlines
that their service to Ukiah has terminated. The company expressed
the opinion that it would be better if one company were operating
wi thout competition.
ANNUAL FRANCHISE PAYMENT
FROM PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC
City Manager reported the annual franchise payments from Pacific
Gas & Electric Company had been received. The franchise to permit
electric lines through the streets was in the amount of $119.21
and the gas franchise, $2485.18. The combined total is $350
less than that anticipated at the time the budget was prepared
last year.
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SUMMARY OF INCOME & EXPENSES AT AIRPORT
City Manager distributed to the Council and reviewed a summary
of income and expenditures at the airport over the past ten
years as previously requested. In the summary of revenue,
expenditures, and grants received, a deficit of $22,b. 38.81
wa s shown.
COUNCILMAN HILL
Councilman Hill reported he is of the opinion that a health
hazard is developing in the creeks because of an abundance
of rats in said creeks. He is of the opinion that the City
should do what is necessary immediately to eliminate this
potential hazard. The City Manager and the City Engineer
explained what the Health Department has done to date and the
City has offered to do what is necessary to help in this matter.
INVITATION TO TOUR
AIRPORT FACILITIES
Mr. Dick Sarber, Chairman of the Airport Commission, invited
the Council, City Manager, City Engineer, and the City Attorney
to tour the airport facilities including the omni station on
the Boonville Road, Sunday April 27, 1969, at 1:30 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further regular business, the Mayor declared
the meeting adjourned at 10:31 p.m.
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