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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 09-06-67MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPTEMBER 6, 1967 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:01 P.M. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto and Crook present. Councilmen Henderson and Harlowe were ab~nt. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman'Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the regular meeting of August 23, 1967 and the adjourned regular meeting of August 28, 1967 be approved as submitted by the Clerk. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanim'o'usly carried Special Warrants #3985 and #2991 to #3994 inclusive in the amount of $9,427.90 be approved and ordered paid. PROPOSED ORDINANCE RELATING SEWER SERVICE CHARGES The City Attorney reported the proposed ordinance relating to sewer service charges had been prepared. Since this ordinance will be adopted as an urgency measure and in this instance, 4/5 Council representation is necessary, this ordinance will be considered at the next Council meeting. RES. NO. 68-11 RESCINDING RES. NO. 67-34 (WELL SITE NO. 1) On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was carried" by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 68-11 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, 'lResolution Repealing Resolution No. 67-34 Rescinding Action Therein Taken, And Annul ling Relinquishment Of Wel 1 Site No. 11'. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Scotto, Crook and Mayor Norgard. None. Councilmen Henderson and Harlowe. RES. NO. 68-12 DENYING VAR lANCE APPL. (DOROTHY SHIELDS) On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 68-12 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Denying Variance ~.pplication No. 67-30 (Dorothy Shields).II AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Scotto, Cr0Dk, and Mayor Norgard. None. Councilmen Henderson and Harlowe. REPORT OF MEETING WITH SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR The City Manager summarized the meetings held in Washington, D.C. and pointed out that excellent representation had been arranged for by the Department of Interior in order to clearly point out to the Northern California group the experiences and success of particularl.yT--~! the Missouri Basin Power Pool and the Salt River and West Develop- ment. The Secretary had pledged the assistance of his Under Secretary and Assistant Secretary and as much staff as was required for working out the details of any program which could be agreed upon by the Northern California agencies which might be involved. MI NUTES OF THE MEET I NG OF THE COUNC I L OF THE C I TY OF UKI AH SEPTEMBER 6, 1967 - PAGE 2 AWARD'OF BID FOR ONE RECLOSER UNIT TO LINE HATERIAL COMPANY The City Manager reviewed the following tabulation of bids for furnishing one recloser unit: Consolidated Electrical Line Industrial Distributors Material Electric Tax 5% $3,080.OO $3,085.OO $4,O15.00 154.OO Tax 5%o 154.25 Tax 5% 200.75 $'3,234.00 $3,2'3'9.25 $4,215,75 Delivery 18-20 W eks Delivery 18-20 Wks.~ Deli very 28 Weeks It was noted that the bid bond from Consolidated Electrical Dis- tributors was not received at the time of bid opening so could not be considered. The City Manager also reported Line Material Company requested the order be placed through their distributor, Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc. if their company were the successful bidder. The City Manager recommended the bid be awarded and the order placed with Line Material Compan~ On a motion by Councilman Scotto, se'Conded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimo'usly carried the bid of:'-~FH~WF~r-i-at-E-te~t-ric-G(m~P'any be accepted for furnishing one recloser unit in the total amount of $3,239.25. PROPOSED SALARY INCREASE GOLF PRO The City Manager asked the Council for clarification on the effective date of the salary increase for the Golf Pro. Council determined the effective date to be September 1, 1967. The City Manager reported the executed contract will be brought back to the Council for consideration at the next meeting. CORRESPONDENCE: LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES RE AB 2454 UNRUH GAS TAX BILL The City Manager read a letter from the League of Calif. Cities advising that AB 2454, the Unruh Gas TaxBill, had been signed by the Governor. The League expressed their thanks for the efforts made by cities on behalf of AB 2454. ADJUSTMENT IN SEWER LATERAL FEE The City Manager reported a need to adjust the sewer lateral con- struction fee inasmuch as the current average cost for installation exceeds the $120 construction fee plus $5.00 connection fee charged ~ the present time. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried to increase the sewer lateral construction fee to $195 plus $5.00 connection fee, effective immediately. BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA REQUEST GRANTED The City Manager read a letter from the Boy Scouts of America, Sonoma-Mendocino Area Council requesting use of the City Park complex for the Order of the Arrow Conference to be held on September 29th, 30th and October 1, 1967. The City Manager reported meeting with the local Scout Executive concerning this request and recommended it be granted. H INUTES OF THE HEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH SEPT£MBER 6, 1967 - PAGE ~ On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the request for use of the City Park be granted the Boy Scouts of America, Sonoma-Mendocino Area Council as stated in their letter dated August 24, 1967, the Jr. Fee to be charged for use of the golf course. REPORT FROM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The City Manager reported the requested detailed report has been received from the Chamber of Commerce. Copies will be made and distributed to the Council. LANDIS MORGAN Mr. Foster and Mr. Royval were present in the audience to advise that Mr. Landis Morgan has not relocated his business as agreed. The City Manager reported he has talked with Mr. Morgan's attorney and with Chamber of Commerce representatives regarding this matter. The current report is that Mr. Morgan anticipates moving his trucks this weekend, but will continue operation of the office at the present location until completion of the office at the new location. Mr. Royval also reported that a fire hazard in the form of high grass exists on Mr. Morgan'.s property, in close proximity to his property. The Director of Public Works w~l take care of this matter. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Councilman Scotto inquired about continued operation of a flea market on State Street. Explanation was made as to what has been done regarding this operation. Follow up on the operation was requested. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman CrOok asked about the proposed increase in the dog license fee and was advised this will require a change in the ordinance which could be prepared for Council consideration next week. Counc'ilman Crook asked about the conflicting dates for the Employees' Picnic and the Boy Scouts Conference. The City Manager reported he will contact the President of the EmployeesI Association to re- schedule the picnic. MAYOR NORGARD Mayor Norgard asked if an effective ordinance could be written to eliminate the nuisance caused by barking dogs. The City Attorney stated reasons why such an ordinance would be ineffective. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Norgard declared the meeting adjourned at 9:21 P.M. to meet again September 13, 1967. ATTEST: C I T'Y 'CLERK