HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 07-20-66MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
JULY 20, 1966 -
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council
Chambers at 8:03 P.M. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto,
Crook, Henderson and Harlowe present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councilman Harlowe, seconded by Councilman
Henderson, it was unanimously carried the minutes of July 13,
1966 be approved with the following correction:
Page 3 - Ukiah Taxi Co. The last sentence shall read:
"Hr. Paci'ni was advised to address his request in writing to
the Traffic Engineer Committee, and specifically submit a pre-
ference and two or three alternate locations for consideration."
REGULAR WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto,
it was unani'mously carried regular warrants in the amount of
$99,365,76 be approved and ordered paid.
PAYROLL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook,
it was Un'"a'n'imously carried Payroll Warrants for the period of
July 1st through 15th, 1966 be approved in the amount of
$38,583.78.
PUBLIC HEARING - VACATION OF CUL
DE SAC AT WEST END OF MILL STREET
Public hearing was declared open at 8:07 P.M. on the proposed
vacation of a portion of the. cul de sac located at the West
end of Mill Street, and affidavit of publication giving notice
of the hearing was placed on file. There being no persons pre-
sent requesting to be heard on the matter, public hearing was
declared closed at 8:08 P.M.
RES. NO. 67-5 VACATING PORTION
OF CUL DE SAC AT WEST END OF MILL ST.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe,
it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 67-5 be adopted and
the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution
Vacating Portion Of Cul De Sac At The West End of Hill Street."
REPORT ON NEGOTIATIONS FOR PURCHASE OF
CLARKE PROPERTY (THE PIONEER CO.
E, PERKINS ST. WIDENING PROJECT
The City Attorney reported that negotiations for purchase of
a portion of the Pioneer Co. building in connection with the
Perkins Street widening project have resulted in relatively
close agreement on the amount of money to be paid for the
property, and the Engineering Department is currently in the
process of preparing a statement to be included on the drawings
for the work involving the building to meet the owners'
requirements concerning the specifications for the project.
DISCUSSION RE. SCHEDULING OF WORK
TO COMPLETE PERKINS ST. WIDENING PROJECT
Discussion was held regarding the scheduling of concrete and
paving contracts in connection with the Perkins Street widening
project, and in view of the time required for modification of
the buildings between Mason and Main Streets, it was generally
agreed the project be separated, with the portion from Orchard
Avenue to the railroad tracks scheduled during the current work
season, and the remaining portion from Mason to Main Street
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delayed until next Spring. The City Engineer agreed to have
modified plans and specifications prepared within two weeks
for the portion of the project between Orchard and the railroad
for approval by the Council.
AGREEMENT EXTENDING LEASE
WITH 2015 CLUB FOR PISTOL RANGE
The City Attorney reviewed the request of the 2015 Club for an
extension of the lease of a portion of City property at the
old Sewer Farm for use as a pistol range, and summarized the
present lease the club has held for the past five years. An
Agreement Extending Lease With 2015 Club was read in full.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman
Henderson, it was unanimously carried the Council approve ex-
tension of the lease to the 2015 Club in accordance with the
agreement read, and authorize its submission to the Club for
execut ion.
RES. NO. 67-6 GRANTING VARIANCE
TO ROBERT L. LEE
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded
it was unanimously carried Resolution No.
the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign
Granting Variance to Robert L. Lee."
by Councilman Harlowe,
67-6 be adopted and
same, "Resolution
PROPOSAL OF CITIZENS' GROUP RE.
EXPANSION OF MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
On behalf of the Men's Golf Club and a group of other interested
citizens, former Mayor Ralph Buxton presented a proposal for
construction of a sprinkler system in the present 9 hole golf
course, and expansion to provide an additional 9 hole course on
the County-owned property which is leased by the City. The
proposal consisted of an offer of volunteer labor and technical
supervision for the laying of the sprinkler system, provided
an allocation is included in the 1966-67 budget in the amount
of $30,000 for purchase of materials necessary to the project.
Mr. Buxton stated that contingent upon expansion of the golf
course to a total of 18 holes, the group also had tentative
plans for the construction of a club house on private property.
Approximately 15 other citizens addressed the Council in favor
of the proposed project. It was the opinion of the group that
considerable savings in the cost of maintenance of the course
would result, and that the increased play which can be expected
on an 18 hole course would pay for the investment within a few
years.
Considerable discussion was held during which questions were
directed by the Council to members of the audience. Following
discussion, it was generally agreed the proposal would be given
further consideration in the course of budget studies for the
1966-67 fiscal year, for possible inclusion if there are funds
to finance it.
At the request of the Council, Mr. Paul Underwood, Golf Profes-
sional agreed to provide a projection of income and expense that
could be anticipated from expansion and improvement of the golf
course to assist in further evaluation of the project.
FREEWAY SIGNING - REPORT OF DISCUSSION
WITH DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS OFFICIALS
The City Manager reported that in regard to a request by local
motel owners for freeway signing indicating a "motel-restaurant"
area, discussions were held with Division of Highways officials
on July 19th, and it is the position of the State that present
signing directing traffic to Ukiah is greater than for most
other cities of the same size. However, a new type of sign is
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expected to be available in the near future indicating "Services
Available At the Next Exit" listing those businesses of likely
interest to travelers.
Mr. Cash also reported that since the Council's discussion last
week regarding signs within the City designating the entrances
to the freeway, he had received several contacts both favoring
and opposing such signs in the business district.
REPORT RE. PROPOSED RELINQUISHMENT
OF STATE STREET
The City Manager reported that a draft of the State's proposal
for relinquishment of State St. had been reviewed with Division
of Highways officials at the meeting of July 19th and It had
been agreed certain changes were necessary to meet the require-
ment of the parties concerned.
In regard to a report by Mr. DeCoss of the Royal Motel regarding
the efficiency of the street sweeper fronting his property on
State Street, the City Engineer pointed out that the condition
of State Street at this location is presently the subject of
discussions with the Division of Highways in connection withthe
proposed relinquishment, and contributed more to the dirt
problem reported than the effectiveness of the sweeper.
J. B. HANAUER & CO.
FINANCIAL REPORT
In a brief discussion regarding the Financial Report relative to
the 1966 Capital Improvement Program prepared by J. B. Hanauer &
Co. it was generally felt some areas of the report needed adjust-
ment and that further consideration be tabled until after the
1966-67 budget is reviewed.
EMPLOYEES' BARBECUE POSTPONED
The City Manager reported that scheduling of the Employees'
Barbecue for July 23rd had not been possible and it would be
necessary to reschedule this event sometime in August.
APPLICATION FOR FUNDS UNDER STATE
PARK BOND ACT REJECTED
The Council was informed by the City Manager that verbal notifi-
cation of rejection of the City's application for funds under
the State Park Bond Act had been received. Rejection was based
upon the fact that neither the City nor the County have a General
Plan including a Recreation Element of a General Plan, and the
City was urged to refile the application at such time as the
basic requirements are met.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REPORT
RE. CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
Mr. Bill Henderson, Secretary-Manager of the Chamber of Commerce,
reported that a sample of the new Christmas decorations is on
display at the Chamber office and urged members of the Council
to visit the office to see it.
DISCUSSION RE. JULY 17th FLY-IN
On behalf of the Ukiah Rotary Club, Ed Began expressed appreciation
for the splended cooperation provided by City in connection with
the Fly-in held last Sunday, It was reported that 123 pilots
had been registered, and that approximately 50 to 75 flew in and
failed to register.
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COUNCILMAN SCOTTO
Councilman Scotto enquired under what conditions an executive
session of the Council may be held, and was informed by the
~ity Attorney that under the provisions of the Brown Act,
matters personnel or pending litigation may be discussed in
private meetings.
COUNCILMAN CROOK
Councilman Crook asked about a new item concerning School
District approval of a joint recreation program and was
advised that the Council had discussed the program informally
but had not yet made a decision on the proposed program.
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further regular business, Mayor Norgard
declared the meeting adjourned at 10:O9 P.M.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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