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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 05-15-68M~ NUTES MAY 15, OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH 1968 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:04 P.M. with Mayor Scotto, Councilmen Henderson, Crook, Norgard, and Hill present.. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of May 8, 1968, be approved as submitted by the Clerk. GENERAL~WARRANTS On was in a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Hill, unanimously carried General Warrants #5096 to #5227 inclusive, the amount of $84,085.59 be approved and ordered paid. RES. NO. 68-48 DENYING VARIANCE APPL. NO. 68-14 (IRVIN ST. JOHN) it On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 68-48 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same,"Reso- lution Denying Variance .Application No. 68-14 (Irvin A. St. John)." AYES: Councilmen Henderson, Crook, Norgard, and Mayor NOES: Councilman Hill. ABSENT: None. Scotto. RES. NO. 68-47 ADOPTING REVISED PERSONNEL POLICIES On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. o8-4! be adopted and the Mayor and clerk be authorized to sign same, "Reso- lution Adopting Personnel Policies Revised February, 1968." AYES: Councilmen Henderson, Crook, Norgard, Hill and Mayor Scotto. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. The Police and Fire Department manuals of procedure and policies will be furnished to the Council. REQUEST FROM DOWNTOWN MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION (SIDEWALK DAYS SALE), City Manager read a letter dated April 28, ]968, from the Downtown Merchants Association requesting permission to use one-third of the downtown sidewalk area on July 5th and 6th for a sidewalk sale. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, was unanimOusly carried the request from the Downtown Merchants Association be granted to use one-third of the sidewalk area on July 5th and 6, 1968, for a sidewalk sale. it DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED CITY INSIGNIA City Manager reported regarding a proposed change in the City insignia, a project which was the suggestion of former Councilman Harlowe. A sketch of an insignia depicting the interests in the area was distributed to the Council for their consideration. An artist's rendering of the proposed insignia can be obtained for an approximate cost of $75. The City Manager explained that the insignia, if approved, would be used in city equipment, letterheads and later MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 15, 1968 - PAGE 2 considered for adoption as the City seal. Manager to proceed in getting an artist's as sketched. Council instructed the City rendering of the insignia NOT I PURC FACI CE OF CONCLUSION OF HASE OF ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION L ITIES (ALEX THOMAS ANNEX. NO. 66-1) The City Manag Pacific Gas an payment is a r purchase of th Annexation No. er reported receipt of an adjustment payment from d Electric Company in the amount of $274.85. This esult of deletions in the original inventory in the e electric distribution system in the Alex Thomas 66-1. REQU PARK (ERN EST FOR EXEMPTION FROM lNG REQUIREMENTS EST E. HARRIS) The City Manager read a letter from Ernest E. Harris dated May 14, 1968, requesting exemption from parking requirements to construct deck in the rear of his place of business located at 145 East Church. City Manager explained the request complies with the procedure set forth in the zoning ordinance. Councilman Henderson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hill to grant the request for exemption from parking requirements by Ernest E. Harris to construct an outdoor deck for recreational purposes at 145 East Church, use to remain the same as proposed in the letter dated May 14, 1968. Council agreed to hold the motion in abeyance until the next meeting after discussing the type of activities proposed to be conducted and the resulting noise. POSTPONEMENT OF CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE APPL. NO. 68- 16 (JOHN ROMERO) The City Manager for cons iderat ion quest is based on division. Delay reported applicant had requested a one week delay of Zone Variance Application No. 68-16. The re- deed covenants in existence on lots in the sub- granted by Council. RES. WEED NUIS NO. °8-4d DECLARING S & I~UBBLE PUBLIC ANCE & ABATEMENT OF SAME On a motion by Councilman Norgard seconded b~, Councilman Hill it was unanimously carried Resolu~:ion No. 68-~9 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Declaring Weeds and Rubble Upon Private Property To Be Public Nuisance And Ordering Abatement of Same". REQU FOR AND EST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL BIDS ON AIRPORT LIGHTING RUNWAY MARKING The City Manag removal of air painting at th autics Adminis for bids in or 30th. Federal during this fi distribution. June 11, 1968, er reviewed the specifications for installation and port lighting facilities and for runway and taxiway e Municipal Airport. He explained the Federal Aeron- tration has suggested the City proceed with the call der that a contract may be entered into before June funds allocated for this project must be committed scal year or the allocation will be cancelled for re- The City Manager recommended the bid call prior to at 2:00 P.M. HINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 15, 1968 - PAGE 3 On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for installation and removal of airport lighting facilities and for runway and taxiway painting at the Municipal Airport, bids to be re- ceived prior to 2.-00 P.M. June 11, 1968. REVISION OF DISTRIBUTION OF CIGARETTE TAX DISCUSSED The City Manager reviewed the effect the proposed revision of the law governing the distribution of the cigarette tax would have on the City as well as other cities in the state. A telegraph from the committee for retention of the 1967 cigarette tax law requested City support and representation at a meeting in Sacramento prior to the Senate Committee Meeting on Revenue and Taxation on May 16th. The City Manager requested Council position on the matter. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried to support the opposition to the revision of the law governing the distribution of the cigarette tax and to so notify the legislators and the other cities in Mendocino County. REQUEST FROM TREASURER The City Manager distributed reports prepared by the Treasurer and noted his comments suggesting a change in the method of reporting to eliminate unnecessary duplication of reports by the Finance Director and the Treasurer. REQUEST FOR ADVANCE OF UNEARNED SICK LEAVE (WILLIAM TIERCE) The City Manager reported receipt of a request from the Director of Public Works for advance of seven days unearned sick leave for employee, William Tierce. The employees' accrued sick leave has been exhausted due to nece6sary time off for an operation resulting from an off duty injury, ity Manager reported there has been no abuse of sick leave time o~ the part of the employee and recommended the request be granted. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried to advance seven days unearned sick leave to William Tierce as set forth in the memorandum from the Director of Public Works dated May 13, 1968. FORWARD UKIAH COMMITTEE The City Manager read a memorandum from the Planning Commission dated May 15, 1968, reporting that a representative from the Forward Ukiah Committee had requested the cooperation of the Planning Commission and Council toward developing a general plan for Ukiah and its environs. Since the request was for a regional approach to planning, the Planning Commission requested Council expression of its desires in this matter. Council asked to be furnished with the original recommendations made by the Forward Ukiah Committee, said recommenda- tions to be obtained and furnished to the Council by Councilman Hill. City Manager to check with group involved and the County to see what is expected of the Council. CORRESPONDENCE: RES. NO. 68-44 (ASSISTANCE IN EMERGENCY FARMER LOANS) The City Manager read a letter dated May 13, 1968, from the Farm Advisor acknowledging receipt and thanks to the Council for their concern over the plight of the farmers in the area for crop damage as set forth in Resolution No. 68-44, "Resolution Requesting United States Department Of Agriculture To Assist In Making Available Emergency Farmer Loans", adopted by the Council on May 1, 1968. CITY MANAGER REQUESTED A FIVE MINUTE PERSONNEL SESSION AT CONCLUSION OF THE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 15, 1968 - PAGE 4 COUNCILMAN HENDERSON Councilman Henderson asked for progress report on the swimming pool v~ork and the City Engineer reported the work will likely be completed by the first or second week in June. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook asked about the delay in getting the sprinkler system installed in the triangle at the park. The City Engineer explained what has been done in this regard and the reasons for the delay. Councilman Crook inquired about the application for State Airport Assistance Funds, Fiscal Year 1969-70 which was due May 15th. City Manager reported that the preliminary application had been filed this date and that a further detailed report will be supplied prior to final consideration by the Aeronautics Board. Councilman Crook questioned whether the Airport Commission had approved the appli- cation and the City Manager stated that this was presented to the Commission prior to the application previously submitted for 1968-69 funds. COUNCILMAN NORGARD Councilman Norgard expressed concern over the potential water short- age due to the constantly falling water level in the main stream of the Russian River, and requested Council action directing the Director Of Public Works to conduct a study to examine the meaning of the static level drop and its effect on the City. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Hill, it was unanimously carried to authorize the Director of Public Works to solicit outside help in conducting a study as to the reasons for the,-- static level drop and what possible remedial measures can be taken. COUNCILMAN HILL Councilman Hill asked if each employee could be furnished with infor- mation from the insurance company setting forth the employees' hospitalization coverage. The City Manager explained that this has been arranged for and will be forth coming. MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION - BUDDY POPP.IES The Mayor's Proclamation urging all citizens to buy and war Buddy Poppies on the days set aside for their distribution in the City of Ukiah was read by the City Manager and proclaimed as such by the Mayor. MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION NATIONAL REALTY WEEK Mayor Scotto proclaimed the week of May 19 to 25, 1968, as National Realty Week in the city. FIESTA PARADE The City Manager reported the Council will be advised when and where'--~ to report for the Fiesta Parade scheduled Saturday, May 18, 1968. ADJOURNMENT There being no further regular business, Mayor Scotto declared the meeting adjourned at 10:32 P.M. to reconvene to a Personnel Session. ATTJE $~';: C ! T¥ CLERK