HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 06-12-68MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
JUNE 12, 1968
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers
at 8:02 P.M. with Mayor Scotto, Councilmen Henderson, Crook, and
Hill present. Councilman Norgard was absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it
was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of May 22, 1968,
be approved as submitted by the Clerk.
PAYROLL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Crook, it
was unanimously carried the Payroll Warrants #11637 to #11769 inclusive,
for the period of May 16th through 31, 1968 be approved in the amount
of $39,838.57.
SPECIAL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it
was unanimously carried Special Warrants #5230 to #5241 inclusive,
in the amount of $7,260.75 be approved and ordered paid.
COUNCILMAN NORGARD ARRIVED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 8:O4 P.M.
CORRECT ION OF REGISTER OF
DEMANDS AND WARRANTS APPROVED
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was
unanimously carried a correction of error on Register of Demands and
Warrants for May 15, 1968 be approved
The correction results in changes as follows:
APPROVED AMOUNT
General
Electric
Water
Sewer Service
San. Dist. Revolv.
Park. Dist. #10&M
Spec. Gas Tax
Rec. .Trust
Improv. Dep. Trust
CORRECTED AMOUNT
31,917.56 ~ General $ 31,917.56
45,O98.61 Electric 45,O98.61
3,856.77 Water 3,735.81
1,912.16 Sewer Service 2,033.12
97.11 San. Dist. Revolv. 97.11
70.89 Park Dist. #10&M 70.89
33.13 Spec. Gas Tax 33.13
80.O0 Rec. Trust 80.OO
~.1~O19436 Improv. Dep. Trust 1~019.36
,0~5'~59 $ ~4,O~5.59
PUBLIC HEARING - WEED AND
RUBBISH ABATEMENT PROGRAM
Public Hearing was opened at 8:05 P.M. on the 1968 Weed and Rubbish
Abatement Program. Affidavit of Posting by the Director of Public
Works of all properties described in Resolution No. 68-49 and the
Certificate of the Director of Public Works withdrawing certain
properties from the order contained in Resolution No. 68-49 were
placed on file.
There were no persons present in the audience requesting to be heard
on the matter and the public hearing was declared closed at 8:07 P.M.
RES. NO. 68-52 ORDERING DIRECTOR
OF PUBLIC WORKS TO PROCEED WITH
ABATEMENT OF WEEDS AND RUBBLE
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it
was unani'mously carried Resolution No. 68-52 be adopted and the Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Ordering Director
Of Public Works To Proceed With The Abatement Of Weeds and RubbleI'.
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JUNE 12~ 1968 - PAGE 2
RES. NO. 68-50 GRANTING
VAR lANCE TO ANN & ERNIE FAAHS
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Henderson,
it was carried by a majority voice vote Resolution No. 68-50 be
adopted and the MayOr and Clerk be authorized to sign same,
"Resolution Granting Variance To Ann Faahs and Ernie Faahs".
RES. NO. 68-51 GRANT II~ EXEMPTION
FROM PARKING REQUIREMENTS ( ERNIE HARRIS)
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it
Was 'carried by the following roll call vote R~solution No. 68-51
be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same,
"Resolution Granting Exemption From Parking Requirements (Ernie
Harr is)".
AYES: Councilmen Henderson, Crook, Hill and Mayor
NOES: Councilman Norgard.
ABSENT: None.
Scotto.
REVIEW OF BIDS FOR AIRPORT
LIGHTING AND PAINTING
The City Manager reported to the Council on the bids received
the projects of runway painting and replacement of runway and
taxi way lighting as follows:
for
RUBIO METROP. ELECT. RELIANCE ENTER.
ELECTRIC CASTRO VALLEY SANTA ROSA
Unit
Price
Unit Unit
Amount Price Amount Price Amount
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
10
11
12
2.80 1,680.00
19.85 119.10
0.58 6,264.00
0.34 3,536.00
0.35 245.00
19.43 136.01
157.10 9,912.40
196.97 5,343.04
254.00 1,524.00
5,~2U.oO 5,~2U.00
624.U0 o24.u0
~53.U0 753.U0
4.42 2,652.00 5.00 3,000.00
5.00 30.00 36.66 219~96
0.25 2,700.00 0.385 4,158.00
0.35 3,640.00 0.225 2,340.00
0.22 352.00 0.285 456.00
5.00 35.u0 39.00 273.00
124.00 5,456.00 130.00 5,720.00
126.00 4,032.00 142.00 4,544.00
195.00 1,170.00 25~.U0 1,554.00
3,264.U0 3,264.U0 3, IO~.UO 3, 10~.00
2.UO 70U.O0 o.~.8 l,b20.OO
590. UO ~ 90. UO 175. UO 175. O0
24','621.00 27,167.96
*Bid made on 700 ft. of cab le
Engineer's Estimate $24,360.00
Di squali fled.
Proposal had been
removed from bid
document.
H.L. WEAVER
UKIAH~ CALIFORNIA
Unit
Pr i ce Amount
SAFETY STRIPING SERVICE
VlSALI,~ CALIFORNIA
Unit
Pr i ce Amount
$3,512.00
$ l, 95O. O0
Engineer's Estimate $5,000.00
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JUNE 12~ 1968 - PAGE ~
Council was advised of the information received by telephone
from the State Division of Aeronautics indicating state approval
of the total project in the maximum amount of approximately
23% of the project cost not to exceed $9,419. The formal offer
was expected to be received this week and since the State program
is new and the City has no knowledge of what requirements may be
imposed by the State, it was recommended that the bid awards be
delayed until the formal offer is received. In answer to
questions from the Council, the project was reviewed to clarify
the types of expenditures which could be accepted as project
costs by the Federal Aviation Administration as compared to
the State Division of Aeronautics.
PRESENTATION TO FIRE DEPT.
(CERTIFICATE IN RECOGNITION
OF WEATHER OBSERVER SERVICE)
Mr. C. Robert Elford of the United States Department of Commerce,
Weather Bureau was present in the audience to present to Fire Chief
Bechtol a 25 year certificate in recognition of the Weather Observer
Service performed by this department since October 1, 1924. He
gave a brief history of the service and expressed appreciation
for the exceptional cooperation the Weather Bureau has received
for many years from the Fire Department.
DISCUSSION REGARDING PROPOSED
DEVELOPMENT OF ADDITIONAL
NINE HOLE GOLF COURSE
Mr. Ralph Buxton, spokesman fOr a citizens group for the proposed
development of an additional nine hole golf course at the Municipal
Golf Course was present in the audience to request Council approval
and financial participation in said development. The request was
for the City to allocate $34,000 to complete the cost of all
~materials for the required sprinkler system including mains, and
..f~the seed and special materials for the planting of fairways
.and greens. All equipment for the installation and all required
labor was proposed to be at a minimum cost to the City. It was
.pointed out that there.would be miscellaneous costs for City
~personnel on the project as well_as some use of_City equipment.
It was stressed that the same project, if contracted, would cost
.between $150,000 and $175,000. Mr. Buxton agreed to furnish a
_copy of the summary of.anticipated costs to each member of the
~CoumJl for.review and consideration.
REQUEST AND AUTHORIZATION TO CALL
FOR BIDS FOR PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
REQUIREMENTS
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it
was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids
for petroleum products requirements through June, 1969, bids to
be received prior to 2:00 P'M. June 25, 1968
.
APPROVAL OF VARIANCE APPL. NO. 68-16
JOHN ROMERO-REDUCTION OF STREET FRONTAGE
Variance Application No. 68-16 by John Romero to permit a reduction
of street frontage at 1286 Yokayo Court, plot plan, and minutes
of the Planning Commission of April 18, 1968 were reviewed by the
City Manager. Planning Commission Resolution No. 68-26 recommending
approval of the variance subject to the following special condition
was also reviewed.
a) The granting of this variance does.in no way relieve the
applicant from adhering to the covenants which were recorded
in Book 691, page 202, and applicable to this property.
Mr. John Romero was present in the audience and spoEe in its behalf.
There was no one present to oppose the granting of the proposed
va r i ance.
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JUNE 12~ 1968 - PAGE 4
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it
was unanimously carried the City Attorney be instructed to prepare
a resolution granting Variance No. 66-30 to John Romero as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
THE MAYOR DECLARED A FIVE MINUTE RECESS AT THIS POINT - 9:26 P.M.
REPORT ON ACTION OF LAFCO
RE PR,OPO. SED ANNEXATION
The City Manager reported that the final action of the Local Agency
Formation Commission regarding the proposed annexation deleted
the shopping center as a part of the annexation. The City Manager
recommended that the Local Agency Formation Commission be requested
to reconsider the matter at their next regular meeting since the
interest in annexation of this area originated from the owners
and tenants of this shopping center. Council discussed the
feasibility of the request for reconsideration by the Local Agency
Formation Commission and agreed to postpone action until the next
meeting at which time figures on the economic effect on the City
resulting from the deletion of the shopping center would be pre-
sented to the Council.
REPORT ON EMERGENCY FARMER LOANS
The City Manager reported Senator Kuchel's office has forwarded
a letter from the Acting Administrator of the United States
Department of Agriculture, Farmers Home Administration advising
that Mendocino County cannot qualify for designation .as an
emergency loan area and that local credit will have to be exhausted
before such qualification can be achieved.
RUBY ORR APPOINTED
CITY TREASURER
The City Manager reported that due to the resignation of the
City Treasurer, Pieter D. Mastenbroek, effective July 1, 1968,
the Council may appoint his replacement. If this option is not
exercised within thirty days after the resignation, a Special
Election will be required.
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Coun¢i~l~aan Hill,
it was unanimously carried that the City Attorney be directed to
prepare a Resolution appointing Ruby Orr to fill the unexpired
term of the present City Treasurer, Pieter D. Mastenbroeko
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO
CONTRACT WITH DOLPHIN AUXILIARY
The City Manager reported the Ukiah Dolphin Auxiliary has re-
quested a renewal of their agreement with the City to continue
the operation of the Concession at the Municipal Swimming Pool
wi th the provision for an automatic renewal.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Henderson,
it was unanimously carried the Clerk and Mayor be authorized to
sign the First Amendment to Ukiah Dolphin Swim Club Auxiliary-
City of Ukiah Agreement Re Concession.
DISCUSSION OF EXPANSION
OF OFF STREET PARKING
The City Manager reviewed a proposal made by the Downtown Merchants
to expand the off street parking program in the downtown area.
Their proposal is to use five privately owned parcels, each of
which would have an automatic ticket issuing devise installed
for use by those using the lots. After discussion, the City
Manager was instructed to make additional contacts with the
property owners and determine the experience of other cities
in this regard.
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JUNE 12~ 1968 - PAGE 5
DISCUSSION OF AGREEMENT WITH
COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Mr. Ken Jamieson of the County Chamber of Commerce was present in
the audience to request Council consideration of renewal of their
Agreement for Advertising which is identical to the present agree-
. 3% Hotel and Motel tax has
ment It was reported that the 12~°
resulted in a payment to the Chamber in the amount of $2,630 with
an anticipated increase to $3,000 during the current year. Mr.
Jamieson reported that the other cities in the County have approved.
the agreement and requested favorable consideration by the Council.
REQUEST FROM ROTARY' CLUB GRANTED
(FLY IN BREAKFAST AT AIRPORT
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook,
it was unanimously carried to approve the request made by the
Rotary Club to use the Municipal Airport for its Annual Fly-In
Breakfast and Air Show on July 21, 1968.
REPORT ON ACTION RE CIGARETTE TAX
The City Manager reported regarding continued opposition to the
change in the cigarette tax formula and advised that the City
as well as Willits and Fort Bragg had again so notified Senator
Collier prior to its consideration before the Senate Finance
Committee. This committee postponed their decision one week.
Council will continue to be advised on progress made on this
matter.
REPORT ON ANNUAL CONFERENCE .OF NCMEA
The City Manager reported on the Annual Conference of the Northern
California Municipal Electric Association recently held in the
City. There was representation from the Bureau of Reclamation,
American Public Power Association, and a New York financial agency
as well as member cities. The program was pointed toward advantages
of power pooling and the~Council will be advised of future steps
in this regard.
REPORT RE EXPIRING TERMS OF
BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS
The City Manager distributed to the Council the current list of
expiring terms of Commission and Board members and read letters
of resignation from two members of the Airport Commission, Mr.
Don Rones and Mr. Leonard Nix. The City Attorney was instructed
to prepare a Resolution of commendation to each of the retiring
commission members. Council will consider the pending vacancies
and make appointmmts at a subsequent meeting.
SEAL APPROVED FOR
CITY VEHICLES
City Manager presented to the Council the artist's rendering of
the proposed City seal. Council approved the tendering as submitted
with instructions to proceed with the purchase for use on all
City vehicles.
COUNCILMAN CROOK
Councilman Crook asked what progress has been made regarding the
O.E.O. program and was advised that from the information received
to-date, there is no action for the City to take at the present time.
Councilman Crook asked of progress made by the Trap Club and was
advised that work is in progress, at the site and the progress of
their incorporation will be checked into.
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JUNE 12, 1968 - PAGE 6
Councilman Crook inquired about the Standard Station lease and
was advised that progress has been slow due to the,severe illness
of the person assigned this detail.
Councilman Crook asked if the litter at the Park could be control led
by the use of part time summer help and was advised that this is
the plan for this problem. He also mentioned litter on the Airport
and the Director of Public Works reported this would be taken care of.
COUNCILMAN NORGARD
Councilman Norgard complimented the City Manager and the City
Attorney for their work regarding Resolution No. 68-44 (Emergency
Farmer Loans). He also reported his concern regarding the tentative
deletion of funds for the Farm Advisor's office from the State
Budget and asked for Council action in this regard. ~
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by councilman Norgard,
it was unanimously carried Resolution No.68 -53 be adopted and the
Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "ResolutionDUring
Restoration Of Farm Advisor Funds To State Budget."
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further regular business, Mayor Scotto declared
the meeting adjourned at 11:29 P.M.
ATT/E.~ .'
MAYOR