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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 01-17-685" MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 17, 1968 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:04 P.M. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Henderson, and Harlowe present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the meeting of January 10, 1968 be approved as submitted by the Clerk. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was unanimously carried General Warrants#4477 to #4606 inclusive, in the total amount of $105,094.53 be approved and ordered paid. SENATOR COLLIER Mr. Ralph Buxton was present in the audience to introduce Mr. Jeff Cohen from Senator Collier's office in Santa Rosa. Mr. Cohen offered the services of Senator Collier in any way he can be of service. RES. NO. 68-31 APPOINTING G. ROY BROSIG DIRECTOR OF FINANCE On a motion by Councilman Harlowe, seconded by Councilman Henderson, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 68-31 be adopted' and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Appointing G. Roy Brosig Director of Finance Of The City of Ukiah." AYES: Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Henderson, Harlowe, and Mayor Norgard. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. APPLICATION TO P.U.C. RE SALE OF ELECTRIC FACILITIES ALEX THOMAS ANNEX. NO. 66-1 The City Attorney reported receipt of a filed copy of the appli- cation to the Public Utilities Commission requesting authorization for Pacific Gas and Electric Company to sell electric distribution facilities to the City in accordance with the agreement dated September 27, 1967. ZOLA E. SNIDER CLAIM FOR DAMAGES DENIED The City Attorney reviewed the claim filed by Zola E. Snider as a result of claimant falling on uneven area in sidewalk located at 401 North State Street. It was recommended the claim be denied. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was unanimously carried the claim of Zola E. Snider be denied for medical expenses incurred to date in the amount of $67 and general damages in the sum of $5,000 plus such future damages as shall accrue to claimant as a result of said injuries. REQUEST FROM REDWOOD VALLEY WATER DISTRICT APPROVED Mr. E. C. Goodwin, representing the Redwood Valley Water District was present in the audience to explain the efforts now being made by the District to furnish water to the present and future consumers MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 17, 1968 - PAGE 2 of this area at an economically feasible cost. Their request was for Council support of this matter in the form of a resolution to the Bureau of Reclamation. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be directed to prepare a resolution supporting Redwood Vally Water District's proposal for study to route water from the proposed English Ridge project to Redwood Valley via the west fork of the Russian River. FURTHER DISCUSSION OF FINANCING PROJECT FOR ELECTRIC SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS The City Manager reported the requested information from the Electrical Department relative to proposed rate increase was ready for presentation. The Electrical Oistribution Engineer distributed to the Council three different graphs showing differences that exist between the Consulting Engineer's report and his projection of revenues, maintenance and operating expenses, and capital improvements. Discussion followed. Computations and detail used to prepare the graphs was requested by the Council. The information in statistical form will be distributed prior to the next meeting. FURTHER DISCUSSION RE WATER LINE IN WAUGH LANE The City Manager reported further regarding a proposed water line in Waugh Lane setting forth recommended costs to be borne by the City and an estimated cost distribution over the properties not presently able to receive City water service. The manner in which collection would be made from the effected property owners was discussed. The City Attorney reported that in his opinion, an enabling act would be necessary for the City to require payment from the property owner before hookup to City service. After discussion, it was agreed that the City Engineer contact the owner of a large percentage of the property in this area to ascertain his reaction to this proposal. The City Attorney was directed to have a recommendation in opinion form for the January 24th meeting, concerning mandatory payment by property owners before hookup to City service. AUDIT REPORT The City Manager read the letter of transmittal from Fitzpatrick and Poulsen setting forth recommendations in connection with the annual audit report and explained the action taken on each recommen- dation. Discussion followed. A change of policy was recommended to have the audit report mailed directly to the Council members at their home addresses at the time of completion of the next audit report. REPORT ON HEALTH FACILITIES PLANNING PROGRAM The City Manager reported Mr. Smart attended the meeting at the State Hospital regarding Comprehensive Health Planning P.L. 89-749. The meeting resulted in some degree of controversy of opinion; however, it was reported that the resolution would not be needed as requested, but that a letter indicating acceptance of the Nor~ Coast Health Facilities Planning Association as the interim leader- ship agency for this area would suffice. The City Manager recommended, and the Council agreed, that no action be taken until the.program is more clearly defined. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 17, 1968 - PAGE 3 2¸7' QUARTERLY LEAGUE MEETING The City Manager reported that the quarterly meeting of the Redwood Empire Division League of California Cities will be held in Healdsburg on January 27, 1968. AUTHORIZATION TO FIRE DEPT. TO BURN PROPERTY The City Manager reported that request and authorization has been given the Fire Department to burn the dwelling located at 600 South Dora. The burning is scheduled for January 28, 1968 and will be conducted for training purposes. WAUGH LANE PROPERTY OWNER Mr Roy Ivancich, who owns property on Wau~gh Lane was present in th~ audience and asked questions concernin~ installation of curb , and gutter upon completion of the proposed water line on this street. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Counc i street requ i r lman Scotto asked the policy concerning the repair of Cit~) s after Pacific Gas and Electric Company has completed their ed work. The matter was explained by the City Engineer. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook asked about the annexation costs be made available to the Council and was advised information is ready for delivery to the Council. that w~ e to that this Councilman Crook asked that consideration be given to the feasibility of extending Gibson Street from Oak to Pine Streets which would per- mit traffic flow from State to Bosh Streets. MAYOR NORGARD Mayor Norgard requested that a structed outside City Hall to s Council and Commission meetings permanent bulletin board be con- tate time, place, and date of · Mayor Norgard reque projects involving on the cost of cont study conducted app contracting for thi costly but that current costs would information within a month. sted that during the negotiations on several City-County relations that a study be made ract police service. It was pointed out that roximately six years ago had indicated that s type service would have been excessively be prepared for Council MaYor Norgard repor Workshop at the Sta their facility and January 23rd. ted Mr. Higginson of the Vacational Rehabilitation te Hospital requested the Council to visit to have lunch at the State Hospital on Tuesday ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business, Mayor the meeting adjourned at 10:46 P.M. after which convened in Closed Personnel Session. Norgard declared the Counci 1 re- ATTE,V'r:, CITY CLERK MAYOR/