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Home My WebLink AboutMin 03-15-67MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MARCH 15~ ]967 The City Council convened in regular session in the at 8:02 P.M. wi th Mayor Norgard, Counci ]men Scotto, present. Councilman Henderson was absent. Council Chambers Crook, Ha F1 owe APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by was unanimously as corrected. Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, carried the minutes of March 8, ]967 be approved GE N ERA L ','~A RRA N TS On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Hat]owe, was unanimously carried General 'Warrants #3]36 to #322L,',. inclusive in the total amount of $88,4.20./+7 be approved and ordered paid. ORDINANCE NO. 587 ADOPTED REGULATING UNATTENDED MOTOR VEHICLES it On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, was carried by the following roll ca]] vote Ordinance No. 587 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerl< be authorized to sign same, "Ordinance Of The City Of Ukiah Regulating Unattended Motor' Vehicles, Prescribing Duties Of Person in Charge, Authorizing Removal of Keys, And Providing For Penalties For Violation". AYES: Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Harlowe and Mayor Norgard. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilman Henderson. it FURTHER DISCUSSION RE PROPOSED SALES TAX REVISION The City Attorney reported that the proposed sales tax revision ordinance had not been prepared as requested at the previous meeting. He also reported a communique had been received from the Board of Supervisors regarding this matter. The City Manager the communique which was a resolution adopted by the Board re- questing a meeting on March 28, 1967 with the Council~ members of the cities in Mendocino County at 3:00 P.M. in the Board of Super- visor's Chambers to discuss the proposed sales tax revision. The Council agreed to attend this meeting as requested and directed the City Manager to prepare a summary of events and financial information leading to the proposed revision which summary will be a basis for the position taken by the City in this regard. CITY A RE LEG TTORNEY REPORTS ISLATIVE BULLETINS read The City Attorney reported that the League of California Cities issues legislative bulletins which contain various proposed bills, some of which could effect the City and asked if the Council would like to be advised of these proposed bills. The Council agreed that a summary of the bills that effect the City would be helpful and directed the City Attorney to furnish this information. VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 67-15 GEORGE A. BUTLER-REAL ESTATE OFFICE Application for Variance No. 67-15 by George A. Butler to permit a real estate office at /~00 E. Perkins Street on parcel zoned R-l, plot plan and minutes of the Plannin9 Commission meetin9 of Febru- ary 16, 1967 were reviewed by the City Manager. Resolution No. 67-20 recommendin9 the variance be 9ranted with the following special conditions was also reviewed by the City Manager: HI NUTES OF THE MARCH ] 5, 1967 HEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH - PAGE 2 a) Applicant shall provide six offstreet parking places ade- quately graveled or paved to prevent dust nuisances and located behind the 20 foot residential front yard setback. b) The total area of signs be a maximum of 25 square feet within the setback line location. Placement of sign to be approved by City Engineer. A maximum of 50 square feet is to be allowed at the building setback line. Mr. Butler was present on behalf of the application, and there were no written or verbal objections to the proposed variance. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution granting Variance No. 67-15 to George A. Butler as recommended by the Planning Commission. C I TI ZENS CONSTRUC MUNI C I PA GROUP PROGRAM TO T SPRINKLER SYSTEM L GOLF COURSE The City Manager reported that Mr. Ralph Buxton, Chairman of a citizens group, was present in the audience to present a proposal for construction of a sprinkler system in the Municipal Golf Course. Mr. Buxton presented a plot plan of the proposed sprinkler system and summarized the work of the committee, giving a schedule of the work proposed to be done. The City Manager presented and read a memorandum from the City Engineer dated March 15, 1967 which in- cluded an outline of suggested responsibilities for the City and the citizens group and also anestimate of $26,500 proposed cost to the City of procuring the materials and providing the services as outlined in the memorandum. The Council was in agreement wi th the proposed project and directed the City Engineer to complete the specifications for consideration at the next meeting. FURTHER DISCUSSION RE PROPOSED AGREEMENT FROM COUNTY FOR MEALS FOR CITY PRISONERS & MATRON SERVICE The City Manager reported that the cost to the City for meals and matron service for prisoners totaled $1OO2 last year and with the proposed increase, the total would, be boosted to $2500. It is estimated that the cost, if catered, would be more than the increase proposed by the County. It has not been determined why the County has not taken advantage of the increase available to them in the present agreement. The City Manager al so reported the proposed increase in matron service is reasonable since accomoda- tions for female prisoners are not available at the City jail. it was agreed that the City Manager review this proposed agree- ment wi th the City Attorney and subrhit it for Council considera- ti on next week. REDUCTION IN PREMIUM FOR CITY VEHICLES The City Manager reported that Albertson Insurance Company hag announced a reduction in premium of 27.3%, making a current rate approximately 53% of manual. All City employees were compli- mented on tl~e excel lent safety record. DISCUSSION OF CURRENT CITY FINANCING PROGRAMS & POSSIBLE BUDGET REVISIONS The the eac ced ord bla City Manager reported on the City's financial position for balance of the fiscal year based on a current analysis of h budget account. Possible adjustments in revenue and pro- ures were presented and discussed. It was also reported that er to maintain operations financed by the general fund in the ck for the first half of each fiscal year, it would be in MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH MARCH 15. I967- PAGE ~ necessary to establish a general fund cash balance at the beginning of each fiscal.year in the amount of approximately $225,000. The information presented indicated an increase in general fund revenue estimates in the amount of $15,597 and a decrease in estimated general fund expenditures of $10,399 for a net general fund gain of $25,996. It was also reported that this amount was subject to adjustment based on the amount of sales tax received as a final payment for the December quarter retail business which check was anticipated to be received within the next week. MEETING WI TH BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT The City Manager reported that he wi l l meet with the Board of Directors of the Fire Protection District on Monday, March 20, 1967 to discuss terms of next years agreement. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Councilman Scotto asked the City Attorney what could be done about wrecked automobiles which are parked on property on State and ',Vashington Streets, behind the new Savings Bank Building. The City Attorney stated he would check into the matter. Councilman Scotto asked of the progress of the School Street park- lng survey and was advised that it is near completion. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook asked if the fencing requested b,/ the concessionaires at the Stadium could be done less expensively and the Ci.ty Engineer stated he would investigate the situation more closely to see if satisfactory arrangements could be worked out for a smaller cost. COUNCILMAN HARLOWE Councilman Harlowe asked the status of the electric rate analysis and was advised that it should be ready for presentation next week. Councilman Harlowe asked when the information from Sis-Q representa- tives was scheduled and was advised that the date set was the next Council meeting. Councilman Harlowe asked of progress made regarding the termination of the Greyhound lease and was advised that representatives of Greyhound will have a specific proposal to submit prior to the meeting next week. Councilman Harlowe asked if Landis Morgan had been contacted regard- lng termination of his business at his present location and was advised that there is no report. ADJOURNMENT _ As there was no further the meeting adjourned at March 22, 1967. ATTEST: · C I TY CLERK regular business, Mayor Norgard declared 10:50 P.M. to meet again Wednesday, MAYOR