HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 10-25-67MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
OCTOBER 2.5, 1967
The City Council convened in regular session in the
at 8:06 P.H. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto,
present. Councilman Henderson was absent. In the
City Manager and the Director of Public Works, the
served as Acting City Manager.
Council Chambers
Crook, Hat 1owe,
absence of the
City Attorney
WELCOME EXTENDED TO
SENATOR RANDOLPH COLLIER &
FORMER MAYOR RALPH I. BUXTON
The Mayor extended greetings to Senator Randolph Collier and former
Mayor Ralph I. Buxton who were present n the audience.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a mot
was unan
October
ion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto,
imousl¥ carried the minutes of the regular meeting of
11, 1967 be approved as submitted by the Clerk.
it
PAYROLL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Harlowe, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it
was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants //9565 to ~/9699 inclusive
for the period of October 1st through 15th be approved in the total
amount of $38, 142.23.
GENERAL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was
unanimously carried General Warrants //4098 to #!+242 inclusive, in the
total amount of $81,984.53 be approved and ordered paid.
REQUEST GRANTED TO CLEAR AREA
ON PROPOSED GOLF COURSE ADDITION
The City Attorney recognized Mr. Ralph Buxton and the City Golf Pro
who were present seeking Council permission to clear an area on the
proposed golf course which is presently leased from the County.
COUNC
ILMAN HENDERSON ARRIVED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 8: l l P.M.
,.
Mr. Buxton, Chairman of the golf course, committee, explained th~'
reason for the proposal at this time re'sults from an offer from a
Contractor who volunteered his services to clear the area the weekend
of October 28th while his equipment is idle. Mr. Buxton also stated
Council permission to go ahead with the work would not obligate the
Council for additional work on this project. Discussion followed.
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Harlowe,
it was carried by the following roll call vote the golf course
committee be permitted to go ahead with the grubbing operation on
the proposed golf course with no obligation to the City to continue
further and no liability incurred by the City as a result of the work.
AYES: Councilmen Scotto,
NOES: Councilman Crook.
ABSENT: None.
Henderson,
Harlowe and Mayor
Norgard.
Discussion followed as to the extent of the City's liability in this
regard.
On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Harlowe,
was carried by a majority vote ABSCO be given permission to enter
property leased from County for preparing, clearing, and grubbing the
weekend of October 28, 1967 under the condition ABSCO carry workman's
compensation coverage and hold City harmless as a result of said
activity.
This motion supercedes the previous motion.
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OCTOBER 25, 1967 - PAGE 2
RES. NO. 68-22 OF INTENT TO
BEGIN ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS
(RE: BLDG. AT 508 W. HENRY ST.)
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Henderson,
i't" was carried by the followin9 roll call vote Resolution No. 68-22
be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to si9n same,
"Resolution Of Intent To Be9in Abatement Proceedings.I'
AYES: Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Henderson, Harlowe and Mayor
Norgard.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
REQUEST GRANTED FOR REFUNDABLE
PORTION OF BUSINESS LICENSE
The City Attorney reported a request had been received from Felix
Liquor and Sporting Goods for refund on unused portion of business
license fee.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it
was unani'mously carried the request for a refund of a portion of
business license fee be approved as set forth in the Ukiah City
Code.
The City Attorney was directed to revise the ordinance pertaining
to business licenses to eliminate refunds of any unused portion of
a business license fee.
CITY COUNTY WEEK - WALTER SANDELIN
The City Attorney reported the results of City County Week and ex-
pressed appreciation to Mr. Walter Sandelin for his work in this
regard. The City Manager will write a letter of commendation to
Mr. Sandelin.
COST OF ADMINISTRATION OF
SALES AND USE TAX PROGRAM
The City Attorney reported a letter from the Board of Equalization
advises the cost of administration of the sales and use tax program
was less than the tentative cost and the amount of refund will be
included in the advance payment due in November 1967.
RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED BY
LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES
The City Attorney reported resolutions adopted by the League of
California Cities are available to the Council for their perusal.
WATER RATE ANALYSIS
The City Attorney reported the water rate analysis will be on the
agenda next week for discussion.
EXCHANGE OF COPIES OF MINUTES
The City Attorney reported the County and City now exchan9e copies
of minutes of their respective meetin9s.
GRANGE CONVENT ION IN
UKIAH IN 1969
The City Attorney read a letter from the County Chamber of Commerce
expressing thanks to the Council for their efforts in the selection
of Ukiah as the host city for the 1969 Grange Convention.
COUNCILMAN SCOTTO
Councilman Scotto reported he had distributed to the Council suggested
procedures in presenting the budget to the Council. The proposed
procedures will be presented for further Council consideration next week
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OCTOBER 25, 1967 - PAGE
COUNCILMAN CROOK
Councilman Crook
COUNCILMAN HENDERSON
inquired about the report
from Finance Department.
Councilman Henderson expressed thanks to Councilman Scotto for the
suggested budget procedures.
COUNCILMAN HARLOWE
Councilman Harlowe reported
Conference recently held in
ADJOURNMENT
the League of California Cities
San Francisco was very constructive.
As there was no further
the meeting adjourned at
in executive session.
regular business, Mayor
9:27 P.M. after which
Norgard declared
the Council reconvened
ATTEST:
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