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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 05-17-67MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 17, 1967 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:14 P.M. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, Crook, and Harlowe present. Councilman Henderson was absent. In the absence of City Manager Lyell Cash, A. S. Kruth served as Acting City Manager. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was unanimously carried the minutes of the regular meeting of May lO, 1967 be approved as submitted by the Clerk. PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants #8107 to #8224 inclusive, for the period of May 1st through 15, 1967 be approved in the amount of $34,355.22. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried general warrants #3367 to #348b~ in- clusive, (excluding #3449) in the amount of $22,834.34 be approved and ordered paid. REPORT ON ANNUAL SUPPLEMENT TO UKIAH CITY CODE The City Attorney reported the supplement to the 1966 edition of the Ukiah City Code has been published and distributed same to members of the Council. He reported that the supplement is designed to fit in the pocket in the back cover of the code and explained the manner in which the supplement is to be used. The charge for the supplement has not as yet been determined. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS RE AB 1944 The City Attorney reported AB 1944 would prohibit cities from making their own traffic signs and since this would have a detrimental effect on the department of public works in the various cities, it was the League's recommendation opposition to the bill be expressed by writing Senator Collier and Assemblyman Belotti. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be instructed to write Senator Collier and Assemblyman Belotti to express opposi- tion to AB1944. CITY ATTORNEY RE AB 399 C I GARETTE TAX ENABLI NG ACT The City Attorney reported he has written the letter as instructed regarding AB 399, the cigarette tax enabling act, but as yet there has been no response. ,. REOUEST GRANTED FOR SPECIAL GREEN FEES FOR EIGHTH UKIAH INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Acting City Manager Kruth read a letter from the Ukiah Men's Golf Club requesting a special greensfee for the 8th Ukiah Invi- tational Golf Tournament scheduled May 27th and 28th, 1967 and recommended approval of a $3.50 rate as suggested by the Golf Pro. MI NUTES OF THE MEET I NG OF THE COUNC ! L OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 17, 1967 - PAGE 2 On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto it was unanimously carried a special $3.50 greens fee for the Eighth Ukiah Invitational Golf Tournament be approved. ONE DAY PEDESTRIAN MALL ON SCHOOL STREET Acting City Manager Kruth reported the Traffic Committee has taken action regarding a one day pedestrian mall on School Street between Church and Stephenson. The intent is to stimulate shopping in the downtown area and the request has been granted to the merchants for scheduling thc mall on Saturday, May 27, 1967. MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION - BUDDY POPPIES The Mayor's Proclamation urging all citizens to buy and wear Buddy Poppies on the days set aside for their distribution in the City of Ukiah was read and signed by Mayor Norgard. REPORT RE RELOCATION OF SIS-Q FLYING SERVICE Acting City Manager Kruth reported there have been further changes in the proposed building for Sis-Q Flying Service. The informa- tion requested regarding the proposed changes have not as yet been received. MEETING WITH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATOR MEETING WITH CONGRESSMAN CLAUSEN RE FED. GRANTS Acting City Manager Kruth reported the City Manager had met with Mr. Clayton, the Economic Development Administrator regard- ing application for federal funds on the water project. He reports there have been more applications received than can be financed so some will be eliminated; however, there was no definite report on the status of the City's application. The City Manager also met with Congressman Clausen but time did not permit a detailed discussion of federal grants on City projects, but a tentative appointment has been made for said d i scuss ion. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS ATTENDS AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION MEETING IN SACRAMENTO Acting City Manager Kruth reported attending the American Water Works Association in Sacramento. The meeting was set up for administrators of water departments to acquaint them with legislation and the many water bills that are before the legis- lature. They saw how bills were introduced and were guests of the Assembly while it was in session. REPORT RE SWIMMING POOL AND BATH HOUSE - MUNICIPAL PARK Acting City Manager Kruth reported work is progressing on con- struction of the swimming pool and bath house at the Municipal Park. Every effort is being made to complete the swimming pool project for the scheduled competitive meets. REPORT RE WATER COLLECTOR Acting City Manager Kruth reported the pumps have been installed in the water collector and within two weeks the new collector should be in operation. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 17, 1967 - PAGE 3 REQUEST FROM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR SCENIC SIGNS Acting City Manager Kruth read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce requesting $200 to be applied on the purchase of two scenic signs to be located at the northerly and southerly end of the City. It was recommended action be delayed pending receipt of more specific information regarding size and general details of the proposed sign. The Council requested Chamber of Commerce Manager to submit a sketch of the proposed signs to the City Manager for Council consideration at a later date. MEETING WITH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RE SALES TAX INFORMATION Acting City Manager Kruth reported he will attend the Chamber of Commerce meeting on Friday, May 17, 1967 in the absence of the City Manager and present the City Manager's memorandum regarding sales tax and answer questions raised by those present. CORRESPONDENCE - REQUEST REGARDING SIDEWALK - SPRING STREET Acting City Manager read a letter directed to the M~yor calling the Council's attention to the poor sidewalk on Spr~ng Street from Willow Street to the High School. Mr. Kruth stated this area has high banks and several trees and in order to make it a first class sidewalk area there will be considerable expense involved. Mr. Kruth was directed to look into the matter and answer the letter. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook requested the proposed agreement with the County regarding prisoner's meals be brought back to the Council for thei~ consideration. Councilman Crook reported consideration should be given to Commissioner's terms that are scheduled to expire in June. Councilman Crook requested consideration be given to placing selected residents of the City on the Traffic Committee. Councilman Crook asked the status of the City lot formerly used by Eversole. Councilman Crook asked about the travel expense vouchers advanced to employees and requested a policy be adopted and adhered to. Councilman Crook asked if the sales tax check had been received and was advised it had not been received. Councilman Crook asked the City Attorney if further information regarding settlement of the pipe suit had been received and was advised he has received no word regarding settlement. COUNCILMAN HARLOWE Councilman Harlowe asked if the pump for the sprinkler system at the golf course would be difficult to obtain and was advised no problem is anticipated in obtaining said pump. Councilman Harlowe asked the target date for the budget. Mr. Kruth reported the Department of Public Works budget is the last of the budgets submitted to the City Manager and it is underway The Council expressed interest in setting an earle~ date for ~udget consideration so its adoption can be complet in early summer. MINUTES OF THE HEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MAY 17, 1967 - PAGE 4 MAYOR NORGARD Mayor Norgard read a letter from the President of the Redwood Empire Optometric Society requesting his cooperation in stress- ing the proper vision care for our children and youth. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business, Mayor Norgard declared the meetin~]7adj°urnedb at 9..21 P.M. to meet again Wednesday, May 24, 19 . ATTEST: CITY CLERK