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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 10-02-681:57 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 2, 1968 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:04 P.M. with Councilman Norgard, Mayor pro tem, Councilman Crook, and Hill present. Councilman Henderson and Mayor Scotto were absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the minutes or the meeting of September 25, 1968 be approved as corrected. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #5821 to #5826 inclusive in the total amount of $2,231.]7 be approved and ordered paid. PUBLIC HEARING - NUISANCE ABATEMENT AT 508 W. HENRY The City Attorney reported this as being the time and place for public hearing continued from July 3, 1968 on the abatement of a fire damaged building at 508 W. Henry owned by Mr. Ed Chapman et ux. The City Manager reported that Mr. Chapman has been notified of the continuance of the hearing to this date but there has been no communication from him; however a substantial amount of work has been done to the building. The extent of the work done to date and work yet to be completed was reviewed as set forth in memoranda from the Building and Fire Departments. Current pictures of sUbject property were also shown to the Council. City Manager reported that even though subject has not complied completely with requirements, a suff, icient amount of work has been done to reduce the fire hazard which existed and to show subject's intent to remedy the problem. City Manager recommended that the Council consider adjourning this hearing to a later date. Mr. Chapman was not present and there was no one present to state any object ions. On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried to continue public hearing on nuisance abatement at 508 W. Henry to January 8, 1969, at 8:O0 P.M. or as soon thereafter as same may be heard. RES. NO. 69-23 GRANTING VARIANCE TO ARLO L. KULLMAN (MOBILE PARK) On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 69-23 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance to Arlo L. Kullman". RES, NO. 69-24 GRANTING PERMISSION TO LIBRARY TO APPLY FOR PUBLIC LIBRARY DEVELOPMENT ACT FUNDS & APPROVING PLAN OF SERVICE FOR APPLICATION On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 69-24 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Granting Permission To Ukiah-Mendocino Library To Apply For Public Library Development Act Funds And Approving The Plan Of Service Needed For That Application'l. AYES: Councilmen Crook, Hill and Councilman Norgard, Mayor pro rem NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilman Henderson and Mayor Scotto. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 2~ 1968 - PAGE 2 RES. NO. 69-25 APPROVING LEASE JOE L. FOUTZ ET UX & FRANCIS J. SANCHEZ ET UX (112 W. CLAY ST.) On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 69-25 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah Approving Lease With Joe L. And Stella L. Foutz And Franc i s J. And Margaret. K. SanchezTM. RES. NO. 69-26 AUTHORIZING POLICE DEPT. HEAD TO DESTROY CERTAIN RECORDS On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Resolution No..69-26 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ukiah ~uthorizing Police Department Head to Destroy Certain Records". DISCUSSION RE WATSON AMENDMENT ON NOVEMBER BALLOT The City Attorney gave a detailed report and analysis of the proposed Watson Amendment as requested by the Council and also information concerning Proposition lA, both of which will be on the ballot in the November election. After a lengthy discussion, Council in- dicated their opposition to the Watson Amendment since, in their opinion, this amendment, if passed, could create many problems in government financing. An official position by the Council was postponed to allow the City Attorney time to make further study and report back to the Council at a later date. MAYOR NORGARD DECLARED A FIVE MINUTE RECESS AT THIS TIME - 9:20 P.M. PRESENTATION OF REPORT PARK DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE City Manager reviewed the plot plan of the proposed development of the park adjacent to Pine Street as prepared by the Park Development Committee and read that portion of the Recreation and Parks Commission Minutes dated September 24, 1968, pertaining to presentation of said plan to the Commission and their unanimous approval as submitted. Council expressed approval of the plan and directed the City Manager to express their appreciation to the Committee for their excellent work and to request their continued assistance in keeping this project progressing. Council agreed to the request made by the Commission that the Committee's suggestion be considered in naming the park and asked that.the Committee also be advised to consider this as one of the next steps in the program. The City Manager reported a cost analysis of the stage development will be prepared 5r Council consideration at a later date. ANNUAL LEAGUE CONFERENCE VOTING DELEGATE & ALTERNATE City Manager reported the League of California Cities has requested that each City Council designate a voting representative and an alternate in order to expedite and make more efficient the business session at the Annual League Conference in Los Angeles, October 13-16. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unanimously carried Councilman Norgard be the voting delegate at the Annual League Conference in Los Angeles. On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried Councilman Crook be the alternate voting delegate at the Annual League Conference in Los Angeles. 1 59 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 2, ]968 - PAGE 3 DISCUSSION OF IMPROVEMENTS IN ZEEK MINOR SUBDIVISION City Manager reviewed the history-of the Zeek Minor Subdivision pointing out the prevalent problems in this area. He reviewed work completed to date by City personnel and stated that the property owners have installed curb and gutter. Conversations with property owners in the area reveal a possible misunderstand- ing since there appears to be the impression among the property owners that their work was done with the understanding that the City would in turn complete the street for dedication. It was pointed out that City policy has been to improve deficient dedicated streets after property owners have agreed to install curb and gutter, but inasmuch as this is an undedicated street and because of the cost involved, a Council decision is required at this time. City Manager reported that at the present time the street is in very poor condition and with the coming of the rainy season, it would be impassable. He asked that the Council discuss the matter and determine the action to be taken. Three alternates were recommended: (1) to leave as is, (2) grade the proposed street and armor coat, (3) attempt to work out an acceptable share the cost formula. City Manager also stated the possibility of reper- cusions from others in the City who have similar problems if Council decision were to go ahead with the project. The following property owners were present in the audience and spoke in regard to said problem: Mr. Dix England, 432 Park. Blvd. Mr.. Bob Snyder, Park Blvd., Post Office Box 487 Mrs. R. W. Foulks, 438 Park Blvd. Mr. England reported there has been much discussion among the property owners regarding the work done in the area and that a petition has been circulated to get the consent of the property owners to install curb & gutter so the City could pave the street. Mr. England & Mr. Snyder also reported that City personnel had promised that the City would pave the street if the curb and gutter were installed by the property owners. Mrs. Foulks stated her decision to install the curb and gutter resulted from information that had come from neighbors, not City personnel. The question of street dedication was discussed and even though the property owners reportedly were anticipating acceptance of this street by the City, they agreed being told this was a decision to be made by the Council. The City Engineer reviewed steps taken by his department in this project, acknowledging impressions unintentionally made by City personnel to various property owners in the area. He reported that a review of current interpretation and understanding of City policy could be studied and set forth in more specific detail. Council pointed out areas in which City personnel had been remiss and agreed that as a result of the ~stimony, there is some obliga- tion to the property owners in the area. It was also agreed that additional work must be done before the beginning of the rains to protect the work completed to date. If work is done, it is with the specific understanding that there is no committment on the part of the Council to do anything further, however, they did consider the matter of dedication at a later date following review of the City's overall policy regarding curb and gutter installations. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unanimOusly carried to gravel and armor coat subject street in the Zeek Minor Subdivision according to the Engineer's estimate of $1,ooo.oo MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH OCTOBER 2, 1968 - PAGE 4 ANNUAL LIBRARY REPORT City Manager distributed to the Council the Ukiah-Mendocino Library. ANNUAL FLU SHOTS NOT AVAILABLE the annual report from City Manager read a letter vising the flue shots are year as in the past. from the County Health Department ad- not available to City Personnel this AIRPORT COMMISSION VACANCY City Manager reminded the Council of the one remaining vacancy on the Airport Commission. COUNCILMAN HILL Councilman Hill inquired regarding the difficulty in collecting parking fines. City Manager explained the City Attorney and Director of Finance are attempting to work out this problem. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Counc i the D i boycot advers a s imi lman Norgard reported the Board of Supervisors has authorized strict Attorney to draft a resolution opposing the grape t of California table grapes and since this area could be ely affected, he asked Council consideration of adopting lar res¢lution in this regard. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hiil, it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be directed to dr. aft a resolution for consideration at the next meeting opposing the grape boycott of California table grapes. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 11:30 P.M. CITY CLERK