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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 01-24-68M! NUTES OF THE MEET I NG OF THE COUNC I L OF THE CITY OF UK I AH JANUARY 24, 1968 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:06 P.M. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Harlowe present. Councilman Henderson was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of January 17, 1968, be approved as corrected. SPEC IAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Council. man Crook, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #4607~?#4611, in- clusive and #4613 in the tct~l amount of $777.44 be approved and ordered paid. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #10345 to #10478 in- clu~ve for the period of January 1st through January 15, 1968, be approved in the total amount of $38,839.65. RES. MEMB (PAU NO. 68-33 APPOINTING ER TO PLANNING COMMISSION L M. STERN) On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 68-33 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Appointing Member To Planning Commission." AYES: Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Harlowe and Mayor Norgard. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilman Henderson. RES. NO. 68-34 ENDORSING REQUEST FOR STUDY OF ROUTING ENGLISH RIDGE WATER THROUGH REDWOOD VALLEY On a motion it was unani Mayor and C1 The Request Redwood Vall by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, mously carried Resolution No. 68-34 be adopted and the erk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Endorsing For Study Of Routing English Ridge Water Through ey." APPROVAL OF PAYMENT OR ARCHITECT'S FEE (CITY HALL) The City Manager reported receipt of request for payment of architect's fees for professional services to date on the pro- posed City Hall building, and reviewed the schedule for payment of fees as set forth in the contract. The amount due is $6,497.00 and is in compliance with the terms of the contract. COUNCILMAN HENDERSON ARRIVED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 8:24 P.M. The dec i s discussed the event ion of suspension or abandonment of the contract was · The City Attorney explained the City's position in of suspension or abandonment of the terms of the contract. On a motion by was unanimous 1 Zavan Tatarian $6,497.00, sai Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, y carried Warrant #4612 to Donald Francis Haines - & Associates be approved in the total amount of d amount to be payment in full for all professional it MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 24, 1968 - PAGE 2 services rendered to date on thus suspending any further contract until such time as to be reactivated. the proposed City Hall building, activity in connection with the the Council determines the project P~OGRAM OF RECOGNITION OF V IET NAM WAR WOUNDED The City Manager reported that a program for the Viet Nam War Wounded from Oak Knoll Naval Hospital is proposed by Mendocino County Veteran's Service Officer, T. R. O'Bailey, Jr., the week- end of January 26, 27, and 28th. The Council was invited to be present at the welcoming ceremonies for these men at 12:00 noon on Friday, January 26th on the Courthouse steps. RES. NO. 68-32 HONOR I NG VISITING VIET NAM WAR WOUNDED SERVICEMEN On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by was unani'mously carried Resolution No. 68-32 Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, Visiting Viet Nam War Wounded Servicemen." Councilman Scotto, be adopted and the "Resolution Honoring AWARD OF BID FOR 4-6 TON TANDEM ROLLER - REX CHAIN~ELT INC. The City Manager reviewed the tabulation of bids for the 4-6 ton tandem roller as follows: Sa les Trade- In Bidder Base Price Tax Credit Net Price Rex Chainbelt Inc. $6]22.00 $306. lO $100.OO $6328.10 Loggers & Contractors 6790.00 339.50 250.00 6879.50 Stevenson Equip. Co. 7603.00 380. 15 800.00 7183.15 Edward R. Bacon Co. 7367.00 368.35 500.00 7235.35 (Alternate A - Air-Cooled Engine) Edward R. Bacon 7567.00 378.35 500.00 7L~45.35 (Alternate B -Water-Cooled Engine) Eureka Boiler Works (Unable to Bid) Clark Equipment Co. (Unable to Bid) Coan Equipment Company (No Bid) On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the bid of ~l~ex Chainbelt Inc. be accepted for furnishing a 4-6 ton tandem roller in the total amount of $6,32~.10. REPORT ON COMMI TTEE OF CITY-C MEETING Wl TH COUNTY ON PROPOSED CONSOLIDATION OUNTY LIBRARY The City Manager reviewed the points he and the City Librarian discussed at the meeting with the County Committee consisting of Supervisors Scaramella and Banker, the County Administrator and Acting County Librarian, on the possible City-County Library con- solidation. The Board of Supervisors was favorable to the report made to them by the County Committee and agreed that a current draft of an agreement be prepared for consideration by the Council and Board of Supervisors. After discussion, Council agreed that the City Attorney and the District Attorney work together in drafting a document suitable to both City and County. On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto, ~'t was unanimously carried the City Attorney be directed to draft an agreement in conjunction with the District Attorney which would be based on the Sabsay proposed agreement as adjusted by committee discussions and embody the concept of consolidation of City and 3'0 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 24, 1968 - PAGE 3 County Library, said draft to be presented for Council review on or before February 14th. DISCUSSION OF ORR CREEK CHANNEL IMPROVEMENT The City Manager reviewed the plot plan of the proposed improvement of Orr Creek. The City Engineer reported the engineer's estimate of the cost of the improvements to be $12,000 including recommended purchase of property. The request was for approval of the engin- eering portion of the proposal subject to satisfactory formal agreement with effected property owners. Council action was delayed two weeks to allow time for Council inspection of the site with the City Engineer. REQUEST & AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR ONE 1 TON TRUCK, THREE ½TON PICKUPS, ONE ½TON TRUCK The City Manager reviewed the specifications for 1 - 1 ton truck - ~- ton pickups, and 1 ~ ton truck with with service body, 3 2 ' ~ surveyors service body, and requested bid call opening on February 20, 1968 at 2:00 P.M. It was recommended that four units be traded in and one retained for use by the Fire Department. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids - ± ton pickups, and 1 - ~ for 1 - 1 ton truck with service body, 3 2 ~ ton truck with surveyors service body, four units to be traded in, bids to be received prior to February 20, 1968 at 2:00 P.M. ELECTRIC SYSTEM STUDY The City Manager asked for Council direction regarding time for further discussion of the electric system study and rate analysis. Council requested further discussion at the February 7th meeting. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO APPOINTED TO LEAGUE COMMITTEE The City Manager reported receipt of League notification of the appointment of Councilman Scotto to the Committee on Personnel and Training. The City Manager congratualted Councilman Scotto on his appointment, stating this appointment is the first Council appoint- ment to a League committee since City membership in the League began. QUARTERLY MEETING IN HEALDSBURG The City Manager reported reservations have been made for Council attendance at the Ouarterly meeting of the Redwood Empire Division League of California Cities in Healdsburg. CORRECTION OF REGISTER OF DEMANDS & WARRANTS APPROVED (2) On a motion by Councilman Crook seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried a correction of error on Register of Demands and Warrants for July 12, 1967, and August 23, 1967 be approved. The correction results in changes as follows: MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 24, 1968 - PAGE 4 APPROVED JULY 12, 1967 CORRECTED AHOUNTS General Fund $31,671.17 General Fund $30,162.90 Electric Fund 68.81 Electric Fund 68.81 Water Fund 1,502.22 Water Fund 2,956.41 Sewer Service 35.20 Sewer Service 35.20 Parking District 18.42 Parking District 18.42 Recreation Trust 85.00 Recreation Trust 139.08 ~'3'3','380.82 '~"3'3", 380.82 APPROVED AUGUST 23, 1967 CORRECTED AMOUNTS General Fund $23,663.35 General Fund $23,674.50 Electric Fund 739.73 Electric Fund 728.58 Water Fund 1,437.60 Water Fund 1,437.60 Sewer Service 425.85 Sewer Service 425.85 Sanitation District 14.04 Sanitation District 14.0/+ Recreation Trust rd. 44.04 Recreation Trust rd. 44.04 Parking District 5.45 Parking District 5.45 5'26,330.'d'6 ~'26,330. 0'6 COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Councilman Scotto reported that inquiries have been made regarding the method used by the firm presently obtaining information for compilation of a City Directory. The City Manager explained what has been done to clarify the situation. Councilman Scotto reported receipt of complaints from various citizens objecting to the scheduled burnikg of the house at 600 South Dora and requested a one week delay of the project. The City Manager explained the manner in which projects of this nature are handled by the Fire Depar~nent. COUN~½EMAN CROOK Counc i lman depos i ted be a long Crook reported small amounts of garbage were again being at the old dump and suggested that a cleanup of the area range project. Councilman Crook asked the status of the airport lighting and the City Engineer reported the specifications have been submitted to FAA and their approval must be received prior to further action. Counc i lman the type ha a differenc be obtained Crook inquired of the Airport Commission's thinking of ngars needed. The City Manager reported there has been e of opinion on this matter but a current opinion will from the Commission. Counc i lman course and sprinkler s personnel a time, the p Crook asked about plans for the triangle at the golf the City Engineer reported the equipment to install ystem has been ordered and will be installed by City fter which the area will be planted with grass. At lanting project at the Bath House will be completed. the this COUNCILMAN HENDERSON Councilman Henderson reported the Council's visit to Rehabiliation Workshop at the State Hospital was most stating the personnel is doing a tremendous job with using an endless amount of ingenuity in their work. the Vocational rewarding the people, Councilman Harlowe Councilman Harlowe expressed his appreciation Credit union for the dinner and entertaining dinner. to the Employees' program after the MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 24, 1968 - PAGE Councilman Harlowe inquired about the status of the property transfer tax and was advised that it was in effect. MAYOR NORGARD Mayor Norgard reiterated Councilman Harlowe's statement concerning the Credit Union dinner. He also stated he too was impressed with the visit to the State Hospital Vocational Rehabiliation Workshop and their approach to the work and requested the City Manager to forward a letter to Mr. Higginson at the State Hospital to express Council thanks for his invitation. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business, Mayor Norgard declared the meeting adjourned at 10:55 P.M. after which the Council reconvened to a Personnel Session. ATTEST: CITY CLERK MAYOR J '