HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 09-27-67MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
SEPTEMBER 27, 1967
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers
at 8:02 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 regular meeting of
September 29, 1967 be approved as submitted by the Clerk.
ORDINANCE NO. 594 ADOPTED
RELATING TO DOG LICENSES
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it
was carried by the following roll call vote Ordinance No. 594
be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same,
"Ordinance Of The City Of Ukiah Amending Certain Sections Of The
Ukiah City Code Relating To Dog Licenses, Duty Of Director Of
Finance To Issue Fees Therefor And Transfer Procedure And Fees."
AYES: Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Harlowe and Mayor Norgard.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Councilman Henderson.
WATER RIGHTS HEARING
The City Attorney reported that October 31, 1967 is the date
set for the Redwood Valley County Water District hearing.
The City has filed a protest to this application.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT BY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FOR
TAX DEEDED PROPERTY
The City Attorney reported the Board of Supervisors approved the
contract and adopted the resolution regarding the tax deeded
property which the City has sought to purchase. After considera-
tion and approval from the State Controller, there will be a
publication of a sale. After time of redemtpion has passed, the
City will be able to buy subject property pursuant to the agree-
ment.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
RE LANDIS MORGAN
The City Attorney reported that he has on several occasions since
the last meeting checked on the Landis Morgan operation and
stated it appears that all of Mr. Morgan's operation which was
objectionable has been removed. The City Attorney reported he has
not filed the inj'unction and will not unless directed by the
Council to do so. Council agreed that the proposed injunction
should not be filed.
AWARD OF BID FOR ASPHALT CONCRETE
OVERLAYS ON CITY STREETS - ABSCO PAVING
The City Manager reported that a bid from ABSCO in the amount of
$22,030 was the only bid received for the construction of asphalt
concrete overlays on City streets. The bid was in the approximate
amount of the Engineer's estimate. It was recommended that
the bid be awarded to ABSCO Paving.
COUNCILMAN HENDERSON ARRIVED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 8:13 P.M.
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On a motion by Councilman Harlowe, seconded by Councilman Scotto,
it was unanimously carried the bid for construction of asphalt
concrete overlays on City streets be awarded to ABSCO Paving
in the total amount of $22,030.00.
APPROVAL OF PG&E CONTRACT FOR
SALE OF DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES
IN ANNEXATION NO. 66-1
The City Manager reviewed in detail the agreement between the City
and Pacific Gas & Electric Company for purchase of the electric
distribution facilities in ,Annexation No. 66-1, the cost of which
had previous Council approval. The City Manager recommended approval
of the agreement.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Henderson,
it was unanimously carried the contract with Pacific Gas and Electric
Company for sale of the electric distribution facilities in
Annexation No. 66-1 be approved and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign same.
REPORT ON COUNTY WATER COMMITTEE
The City Manager reported the County Water Committee has been
organized and the City Engineer, A. S. Kruth, has been appointed
as a member of the committee and will also serve as its chairman.
Mr. Kruth described the makeup of the committee and stated the
committee will serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of Super-
visors.
REPORT ON CITY-COUNTY WEEK
The City Manager reported that Mr. Walter Sandelin has been advised
of his being the Council's choice to serve during the City-County
Week proposed by the Governor. Mr. Sandelin accepted the appoint-
ment with pleasure and one meeting has been held with he, the County
Administrator, and the City Manager in attendance. Mr. Sandelin
will contact the State office and other cities to gain further in-
formation in this regard after which other meetings will be
scheduled. Tours of various City facilities were discussed
as possible means of participation by the City in this scheduled
activity. Plans for open house in th'e~lobby of th& Courthou~ are
scheduled. The City Manager will coordinate further plans with
Mr. Sandelin.
DISCUSSION REQUEST FROM
REPRESENTATIVE OF REST
HOME ASSOCIATION
The City Manager reported Mr. Harter, representing the Association
of Rest Home operators, was present in the audience seeking
Council consideration for uniformity in the capacity of rest
homes in this area. The City Manager explained the Uniform Build-
ing Code adopted by the Council, limits the capacity of rest homes
to five patients where converted dwellings are used. The State
Fire Marshall and the County Building Department permits six.
Mr. Harter requested that the Council modify the City ordinance
to permit six patients on the basis of county wide uniformity,
economic reasons and to conform to the limit previously in '
effect before the present code was adopted. The Council agreed
to defer action on this request for two weeks at which time the
City Manager will have a further report on the matter.
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APPOINTMENT OF CIVIL SERVICE
BOARD REPRESENTATIVES TO STUDY
EMPLOYEE WORKING CONDITIONS
The City Manager reported Mr. George Dunning, Chairman of the
Civil Service Board, had advised him that he and Mr. H.M. McAvoy
will be the representatives from the Civil Service Board on the
committee to study employee working conditions. The first meet-
ing will be Monday, October 2, 1967 at 8:00 P.M. in the Council
Chambers.
REPORT OF MEETING WITH CONGRESSMAN
CLAUSEN AND FHA REPRESENTATIVES
1967
The City Manager reported that he will meet tomorrow with Congress-
man Clausen and Federal Housing Administration representatives re-
garding recently imposed restrictions on areas outside the City
where septic tanks are used for sewerage.
-68 BUDGET
The City Manager reported he has distributed revised copies of the
1967-68 Budget to the Council. He requested-a personnel meeting
at the conclusion of this meeting.
MR. AND MRS. SCOTTY CANNON
Mr. and Mrs. Scotty Cannon were present in the audience and asked
if the retail merchants would be able to participate in the
City-County Government Week. The City Manager read from the
memorandum from the Governor's office regarding this matter and
suggested they keep in touch with Mr. Sandelin.
COUNCILMAN SCOTTO
Councilman Scotto inquired about the report from the Library
Consultant on the proposed City-County Library.
Councilman Scotto inquired about the revision of the Civil Service
Ordinance.
Councilman Scotto asked the City Attorney to obtain information
required for a bond election.
Councilman Scotto had a question regarding the Albertinum as men-
tioned in the Recreation and Parks Commission Minutes. The City
Manager clarified this point.
COUNCILMAN CROOK
Councilman Crook expressed interest in reactivating City Hall
project. ~fter discussion, it was agreed that the City Manager,
Councilmen Scotto and Crook act as a committee to review this
matter.
COUNCILMAN HENDERSON
Councilman Henderson inquired if information were made available
as to results of the increasing of the fee for play at the golf
course. The City Manager reported that present information is
inconclusive but that the Golf Pro is analyzing play data and
will prepare a report for Council consideration.
COUNCILMAN HARLOWE
Councilman Harlowe also expressed interest in
Councilman Harlowe commented that the Perkins
project looks excellent.
the proposed library.
Street widening
Councilman Harlowe asked about reconstruction of the iron gate at
the Park.
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MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION
GIRL SCOUT WEEK
Mayor Norgard, in a proclamation, asked support of the Girl
Scout Drive for funds which starts Sunday, October 1, 1967.
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further regular business, Mayor Norgard declared
the meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M. after which the Council
reconvened in closed personnel session.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK