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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 06-14-67MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JUNE 14, 1967 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:02 P.M. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Henderson, and Harlowe present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Scotto it was unanimously carried the minutes of June 7, 1967 be approved as submitted by the Clerk. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Harlowe it was unanimously carried Special Warrants #3494 to #3495 inclusive, in the amount of $3,758.84 be approved and ordered paid. FURTHER DISCUSSION OF S JR NO. 35 BUREAU OF RECLAMATION - PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC CO. PROPOSED CONTRACT As directed at the previous meeting, the City Attorney reported letters urging support of Senate Joint Resolution No. 35 had been sent to legislators as well as the American Public Power Associa- tion; California Municipal Utilities Association, S¢:nator Alquist, the co-author of the bill; and Mr. Harold Heidrick, who is cur- rently conducting the electric system study and rate analysis for the City. The City Attorney also reported that within a short period of time we will be able to make a proposal to the Bureau of Reclamation for inclusion in the "wheeling areaI'. FURTHER DISCUSSION OF SIDEWALK REPAIRS & CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS The City Attorney reported further concerning the 1911 Act as it concerns new sidewalk construction projects. He stated it is cumbersome to enforce and his recommendation for its use would be in areas where a large amount of construction is needed, not for spot construction. The City Engineer reported property owners who had been requested by letter to correct sidewalk deficiencies have shown cooperation and it was his opinion that this approach could be used in other areas in the City. The City Engineer re- quested a policy statement from the Council which could be used if the original requests for repairs proved unsuccessful. After discussion, the Council directed the City Attorney to prepare a policy resolution urging property owners to repair deficiencies in sidewalk areas and the City Engineer to prepare a map indica- ting areas where sidewalk corrections need to be made. FURTHER DISCUSSION OF SB 489 DUTY HOURS OF FIREMEN The City Attorney reported further concerning Senate Bill 489 stating the League of California Cities has advised that now is the time for cities to take a position concerning this bill as they are of the opinion that when this bill in on the floor it will be adopted. The Council authorized the City Attorney to call legislators supporting the League's position. AWARD OF BID FOR PASSENGER CAR-CITY MANAGER ASSIGNMENT UNDERWOOD FORD-MERCURY The City Manager reported that a bid from Underwood Ford-Mercury in the amount of $2,035.94 was the only bid received for the passenger car for City Manager assignment. He explained that one dealer had reported that the delivery of 1967 model automobiles had terminated inasmuch as it will soon be time for shipment of MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JUNE 14, 1967- PAGE 2 the 1968 model automobiles. The City Manager stated that this fact, coupled with the lack of factory support perhaps accounts for receipt of only one bid. It was recommended that the bid be awarded to Underwood Ford-Mercury. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto it Was unafiimously carried the bid for one passenger car, four- door sedan be awarded to Underwood Ford-Mercury in the total amount of $2,035.94. ZONE VARIANCE APPL. NO. 66-18 REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF TIME GRANTED The City Manager reported extension of time on Zone Variance Appli- cation No. 66-18 had been requested by Vargas and Lord. The request was made to the Planning Commission before the expiration date, April 6, 1967. The Planning Commission considered the request and was favorable toward the extension, but further mechanics of obtain- ing the extension stopped at this point. Since the request appears to be a reasonable one the City Manager recommended granting the six months extension as requested. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be directed to prepare a resolution granting six months time extension of Zone Variance Application No. 66- 18. REPORT OF CONGRESS FOR COMMUNITY PROGRESS The City Manager reported he and Councilman Henderson had attended the Congress for Community Progress held at the High School. Copies of recommendations made resulting from the discussion were distri- buted to the Council. The City Manager reported he was a member of the panel on Cummunity Development and most of the comments re- lated to some type of City participation. Councilman Henderson re- ported concerning the discussion of future planning of the City with the use of a master plan which could be financed through funds made available for this purpose and it was his feeling this had merit and perhaps should be considered before proceeding with planned construc- tion of city facilities. Cyril Hill, representing the Chamber of Commerce reported a meeting is scheduled shortly to analyze the topics of discussion at the Congress and the results will be forwarded to the various agencies for further study. GREYHOUND BUS LINES~ INC. The City Manager reported he will contact Greyhound officials to determine when their present location will be vacated after final action of the Planning Commission. FURTHER REPORT RE SIS-Q RELOCATION The City Manager reported further information regarding proposed financing for the Sis-Q Flying Service relocation will be pre- sented for Council consideration next week. REPORT OF WORK PROGRAM FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SPRINKLER SYSTEM AT MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE The City Manager reported the scheduled work program for construc- tion of the sprinkler system at the Municipal Golf Course was very successful. There was a generous group of volunteer workers as well as some City employees who were involved in the work on one or both days. The work was well organized and much was accomplished toward completion of the project. 426 HINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JUNE 14, 1967 - PAGE 3 RESO. NO. 67-46 DECLARING WEEDS & RUBBLE UPON PRIVATE PROPERTY TO BE PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING ABATEMENT On a motion by Councilman Crook seconded by Councilman Harlowe it was unanimously carried Resoiution No. 67-/+6 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Declaring Weeds and Rubble Upon Private Property To Be Public Nuisance And Ordering Abatement Of Same.l' BLIND INTERSECTIONS The City Manager reported the Police Department has been requested to note locations of hedges that obstruct the visibility at street intersections so there will be a basis for correction of these blind intersections. GRANT WITH FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ON WATER SYSTEM The City Manaqer reported he will talk with Congressman Clausen before the next meeting to obtain some definite information on federal projects. the ' COUNCILMAN SCOTTO CoUncilman Scotto stressed the importance of Council decision to go ahead with proposed construction of City facilities if it is economi- cally feasible to do so at this time. The City Manager stated that requested information from the Director of Finance will help deter- mine the economic feasibility of the proposed construction. MAYOR NORGARD Mayor Norgard expressed his thanks to the Chamber of Commerce for conducting the Congress for Community Progress and also expressed thanks to all volunteers who worked on the golf course project. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business, Mayor Norgard declared the meeting adjourned at 9:57 P.M. after which the Council recon- vened in Closed Personnel Session. ATTEST: CITY CLERK