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MI NUTES OF THE MEET I NG OF THE COUNC I L OF THE C I TY OF UKI AH
SEPTEMBER 25, 1968
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers
at 8:00 P.M. with Mayor Scotto, Councilmen Henderson, Crook, and
Hill present. Councilman Norgard was absent.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MANAGER INTRODUCED
Mr. Jack Pearson, President of the Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce
introduced Mr. John Kohagen, the recently appointed Manager of the
Chamber.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it
was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of September 11,
1968 and the Special Meeting of September 20, 1968 be approved as
submitted by the Clerk.
PAYROLL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Crook, it
was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #176 to 191 inclusive, #218
to #222 inclusive, #12,657 to #12,766 inclusive, #12,893 and #12,894
in the total amount of $8,008.87 and Payroll Warrants #192 to #217
inclusive, #12,767 to #12,893 inclusive in the total amount of
$45,605.23 for the period of September 1st through September 15, 196~
be approved.
GENERAL WARRANTS & SPECIAL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded I~y Councilman crook, it
was unanimously carried General Warrants #5717 to #5Ul~ inclusive
in the amount of $73,357.62 and Special Warrants #5819 and #5820
in the amount of $3,641.86 be approved and ordered paid.
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 599
REZONING A PORTION OF R-1 ZONE
TO R-2 (PO~'EROY-NIPPER)
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Henderson,
it was carried by the following roll call vote Ordinance No. 599
be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same,
"Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Of Division 9 Of The Ukiah City Code
By Rezoning A Portion Of R-1 Zone To R-2 (Pomeroy-Nipper)"
AYES: Councilmen Henderson, Crook, Hill and Mayor Scotto.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Councilman Norgard.
NOT ICE TO DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING
AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT RE
LOCAL BUILDING REGULATIONS
The City Attorney reported the Department of Housing and Community
Development has requested Council approval of a notice which de-
termines that the City has and is enforcing the local ordinance pre-
scribing minimum standards equal to or greater t~n the following
provisions of Division 13, Health and Safety Code, State of California:
Part 1.5 (commencing with Section 17910).
Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 19000) of Part 3. ~ .......
Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 19100) of Part 3.
The Building Official has made the necessary study and determined
the local ordinance is being observed as aforesaid. =
On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it
was carried by the following roll call vote the Notice for issuance
to the Department of Housing and Community Development be approved
and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same.
AYES: Councilmen Henderson, Crook, Hill and Mayor Scotto.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Councilman Norgard
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SEPTEMBER 25, 1968 - PAGE 2
AMENDMENTS TO AIRPORT
HANGAR LEASE AGREEMENT
The City Attorney reviewed the Airport Hangar Lease Agreement that
is being currently used and read recommended amendments pertaining
to the hold harmless clause and explained in detail the reasons for
the recommended changes.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Henderson,
it was unanimously carried to approve amendments to the Airport
Hangar Lease Agreement as recommended by the City Attorney.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
REGARDING LEGISLATION
SCA1 7 SB~ - Property tax relief gained a spot on the November 5th
ballot when the Assembly completed action on SCA1 and SB8. This
will means, if adopted by the voters, about a $70 tax rebate to home-
owners this year, and the same amount reduction in property taxes
in following years. The Amendment also provides that if both Prop. lA
and Prop. 9, the Watson Amendment limiting property taxes to 1% of
market value, are approved by the voters, the one receiving the
most votes will become law.
Council agreed to take an official stand regarding the Watson
Amendment and directed the City Attorney to make an analysis of
said amendment at a later date so this information may be made
available to the voters.
TENTATIVE MAP APPROVED
WESTWOOD ACRES NO. 2
,IJAHES CAGLE)
The Tentative Map of Westwood Acres No. 2 was presented for considera-
tion and the minutes of the Planning Commission dated September 5,
1968 were revi'ewed by the City Manager recommending approval subject
to the following stipulations:
l) All improvements of the Subdivision meet requirements of
the City Code.
2) Acceptable guarantee of dedication of that portion of Terrace
Drive owned by an adjacent owner be submitted prior to ,
submittal of the Map to the City Council.
Communication from the attorney-for the adjacent property owner
(A.L. Poma et ux) dated May 13, 1968 stated the property owner has
agreed to quit claim certain property to the subdivider to assure
compliance with Stipulation No. 2 stated above.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it
was unanimously carried the Tentative Map of Westwood Acres No. 2
be approved as presented and recommended by the Planning Commission
APPROVAL OF VARIANCE APPL. NO. 69-2
(ARLO L. KULLMAN) - MOBILE HOME PARK
Variance Application No. 69-2 by Arlo L. Kullman to permit a mobile
home park west side of Leslie Street, north of East Gobbi Street,
zoned CM, plot plan and minutes of the Planning Commission dated
September 5' 1968, were reviewed by the City Manager. Memorandum
from the City Engineer dated September 5, 1968 and Planning Commission
Resolution No. 69-4 recommending approval of the variance subject
to the following stipulations was also read:
a) All conditions as contained in City Engineer's
recommendations be incorporated, and made a part hereto
by reference, and attached hereto.
b) Stage construction to be completed within 3 years.
c) All service and recreation facilities to be completed
within 2 years.
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Applicant and Mr. Larkin Younce were present in the audience on
behalf of the application and answered various questions raised
by the Council. There was no one present to oppose the granting
of the proposed variance.
On. a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Henderson,
it was unanimously carried to approve Variance Application No. 69-2
by Arlo L. Kullman to permit a mobile home park on Leslie £treet as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
AWARD OF BID TO HYDRO CONDUIT
CORP. (CONCRETE DRAINAGE PIPE)
The City Manager reported receipt of a single bid for reinforced con-
crete drainage pipe to be placed at E. Gobbi and Marshall Streets.
The total bid was in line with the Engineers' estimate and the City
Manager recommended the bid from Hydro Conduit Corporation be
accepted for reinforced concrete drainage pipe in the total amount of
$5,045.46
.
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Hill, it
was unanimously carried the bid of Hydro Conduit Corporation be
accepted for reinforced concrete drainage pipe in the total amount
of $5,045.46.
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - PAINTING
RUNWAY & TAX IWAYS AT AIRPORT
City Manager reviewed a memorandum from the City Engineer dated
September 25, 1968 stating the Contractor, Safety Striping Service,
has completed all work required under his contract for painting
runway and taxiways at the Airport. City Manager recommended that
the work be accepted as complete and the Clerk be authorized to file
the required Notice of.Completion.
On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Crook, it
was unanimously carried painting of runway and taxiways at Airport
be accepted as complete and the City Clerk be authorized to file
the required Notice of Completion.
EMPLOYEES' ANNUAL BARBECUE
City Manager reminded Council of the annual Employees' Barbecue at
the Park on Thursday, September 26th and requested that they bring
their apron and carVing knife.
FORMER POLICE CHIEF
GEORGE SMITH PASSES
City Manager reported services for Mr. George Smith, former Police
Chief, will be at 11:00 A.M. at Eversole Mortuary.
COUNCIL REQUESTS
City Manager reported the debris had been cleared from Gibson Creek.
He also reported attempts are being made to clear the vacant lot of
debris by gaining cooperation from the source of the problem.
MAYOR SCOTTO DECLARED A FIVE MINUTE RECESS AT THIS POINT - 9:20 P.M.
TRAILER OCCUPANCY ON WAUGH LANE
(GLEN BURGER & MRS. BESSIE WEBB)
The City Attorney. read excerpts from the City Council Minutes dated
September 14, 1966, October 5, 1966, May 25' 1967, and August 14,
1968 regarding trailer occupancy by Mrs. Bessie Webb on property
owned by Glen Burger. Pursuant to Council instructions August 14,
1968, the City Attorney reported on a letter dated September 5th,
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attempting to gain subject's cooperation to cease trailer occupancy.
He reported that Mr. Burger's reply to this letter set forth finan-
cial difficulties which, in his opinion, made it impossible for him
to comply with the request. Subsequent to this action by Mr. Burger,
further communiques were mailed to Mr. Burger and Mrs. Webb on
September 18, 1968 stating a warrant would have to be issued on
October 10, 1968 unless said violation ceases. The City Attorney
read Sections 2460, 2461, and 2463 of the Ukiah City Code pertain-
ing to Regulations for Use of Trailers.
Mr. Burger and Mrs. Webb were present in the audience and stated
reasons for the continued trailer occupancy. Mr. Burger stated
that although illness was no longer a problem, Mrs. Webb's financial
condition is worse. He also stated that, in his opinion, the request
that his aunt, Mrs. ~Webb, be allowed to continue trailer occupancy
is a reasonable one. On the grounds of hardship and lack of complaints
from adjacent property owners indicating a nuisance, he asked the
Council consider his case as an exceptional one or that a change in
the ordinance be considered.
In Council discussion, it was pointed out that Mr. Burger has rentals
on his property and perhaps Mrs. Webb.could reside in one of the rentals
Council also expressed the fact that a great deal of leniency has
been shown in this particular situation, that everyone experiences
financial hardships,but it is still necessary for each person in
society to abide by the laws. City Attorney stated Council's
course of action should be taken up in Executive Session.
Council adjourned to Executive Session at 9:50 P.M. and after delibera-
tion, reconvened at 10..00 P.M.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Henderson,
it was unanimously carried to direct the City Attorney to continue
his efforts to abate the violation of the City Code in the manner
he deems most appropriate.
COUNCILMAN CROOK
Councilman Crook asked the progress made with the golf course committee.
City Engineer explained accomplishments to date. He reported there
is additional work to be done before bids are called for on the main
line materials and the call for bids could be as late as Spring, 1969.
Councilman Crook asked about the proposed golf course cart shed and
City Manager reported the information should be ready for Council
consideration within the next two weeks.
Councilman crook asked the date of the abatement proceedings on West
Henry and was advised that the date set l~or ti~e continued hearing is
October 2, 1968.
Councilman Crook asked what progress was being made on the study on
the additional fire station south of town. City Manager reported
this has been reviewed with the Chief and due to unforeseen problems,
the report will not be ready for Council before the end of October.
Councilman Crook asked for the following information regarding the
swimming pool complex: (1) Policy regarding use of the pools,
(2) Cost of the entire project, (3) Cost of operating the complex.
COUNCILMAN HILL
Councilman Hill reported attending a panel discussion regarding air
transportation in the Redwood Empire and learned that the application
of Golden Pacific Airlines is progressing and it should be back to
the Commission in approximately thirty days.
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Councilman Hill asked if the City's room occupancy tax has shown an
increase. He has been advised that tourist traffic has increased in
the Redwood Empire in the past several months. City Manager reported
that it appears that we will meet the estimated revenue projected by
the State Board of Equal. ization, but there is no indication that we
will exceed that figure.
MAYOR SCOTTO
Mayor Scotto reported that Wally George, Warehouse Sales, has agreed
to donate the paint if "ukiah" could be pai. nted on the top~ of the
buildings at the Airport. City Engineer will investigate the matter.
Mayor Scotto asked if there were a time limit on the annexation
petitions and was advised there were none..
NORTH PARK SITE
City Manager reported the Park Development Committee has met with
the Recreation and Parks Commission and submitted a proposed land-
scape plan for the North Park Site which will be ready for Council
consideration next week.
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further regular business, Mayor Scotto declared the
meeting adjourned at 10:28 P.M. after which Council reconvened to
Personnel Session.
ATTEST:
C I-FY CLERK